The short version
- Typical range: £15 – £80
- Biggest single factor: condition — see the table below
- Category: Gaming
- Cost to sell on WishThrift: nothing, at any price
What a used gaming headset is worth by condition
Condition does more to the price than anything else. These figures are worked from the top of the range for gaming headsets, so treat them as a starting point and adjust for the specifics of yours.
| Condition | Typical price | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| New with Tags | £80 | Unused, tags or seals intact |
| Like New | £68 | Barely used, no visible wear |
| Good | £52 | Light signs of use, complete and working |
| Fair | £36 | Heavily used, or a described fault or missing part |
| For Parts | £20 | Not working or incomplete, sold as seen |
These are the five grades WishThrift listings use, and sellers set the grade themselves — see what each condition grade means. Figures are shown in pounds as a reference point. On WishThrift prices display in your own currency, and sellers set their own asking price.
What raises the value of a gaming headset
- Replaceable ear pads still in good condition
- Clear microphone with no crackle
- Recognised brands with spares available
- Original cables, dongles and adapters
What lowers it
- Flaking or crumbling ear pads
- Failing microphones and intermittent audio
- Missing wireless dongles, which are paired and proprietary
- Cracked headband hinges
How to work out what yours is worth
- Test both channels and record a microphone sample
- Check the pads for flaking
- Confirm any wireless dongle is present
Once you have those three answers you can place your own gaming headset on the table above with reasonable confidence. If it sits between two rows, price it toward the lower one — items priced honestly sell faster than items priced hopefully.
Ready to sell it? Listing on WishThrift is free, there is no commission, and you keep the full amount you agree with the buyer — see how selling works or create a free account.
Frequently asked questions
What should I check on a used gaming headset?
The ear pads and the microphone. Both wear out and are the two things buyers ask about before anything else.
Is a missing wireless dongle a problem?
A serious one. Dongles are paired and proprietary, so a wireless headset without one often cannot be used at all.
Can ear pads be replaced?
On most recognised brands, yes, and cheaply. Say whether replacements are available for your model.
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