Room for improvement
I have reviewed a lot of headsets and I always have my checklist ready right when I set it up. I want easy access to my options, solid bass, and comfort. The RIG series has been around a while and each new entry seems to fix some of the old while adding plenty of new features. The 600 Pro comes in two flavors with one designed for Xbox (HX) and one for PlayStation (HS.) Both are cross compatible with Switch, PC, and any Bluetooth device making them great for users wanting one headset for all their devices.
When comparing the 600 Pro with other headsets in its price range it holds up fairly well. The sound (once tweaked) delivers some solid bass and decent high end sound. If there is one area that it falls short compared to models from rival manufacturers is the microphone. The sound of it is weak during gaming sessions and there is no built in mic for use when making calls. Which means the mic has to be extended in order to use it for talking on the phone and it looks kind of ridiculous.
MSRP: $99.99
Works With: Xbox, PlayStation, Switch, PC, Bluetooth
Price I’d Pay: $79.99
The design is very light. The headset barely weighs anything, which makes it great for longer gaming sessions. The earcups snap into place on each side and there are only three levels for size. I have a larger head and with them in the farthest setting it was still a little more snug than I like. The band has a nice padding on it so it wasn’t uncomfortable, just not where I like it. It also feels cheap, the plastic is very thin and I am afraid I was gonna snap it more often than not.
Connecting the headset works without any hassle. It features a game mode, a Bluetooth mode, and a dual mode. I like being able to disable the BT for when I just want to have it connected to my Xbox. It synched right up with my Xbox and I was able to start gaming immediately. Connecting to Bluetooth is required though because it is the only way you can change the equalizer settings. There is no sound mode button, so if you want to tweak it, and you definitely will, you will need to download an app on your phone. Out of the box the sound is very “tinny” and doesn’t sound great. So this is a necessity for those that want to get the most out of the headset. Not a huge deal, but worth noting.
This also means that there are only two buttons on the device. One for swapping between game/mode/dual and one for pairing. The volume slider is also on the same side along with the charging port. These are all located on the left side of the headset. It would have been nice to distribute one or two on the right side so things didn’t feel so cramped. Earcups are also very small and hard to get entirely over my ears. The comfort of the headset is just not where I want it when compared to headsets in the same price range.
Once I downloaded the app and tweaked some settings the headset sounds pretty good. Even when compared to more expensive offerings it can hold its own for the price. I was able to hear everything all around me in games like Overwatch and the bass can pack a punch when cranked up. Enabling Atmos helps with the sound, which the headset comes with a code to check it out. I already have an account so I was able to test this out, but if not you will likely subscribe because the difference is worth it.
As for battery life the headset lasts around 15-25 hours depending on which mode you are using. Wireless drains it faster, which means if you are using it for gaming you will be charging it pretty regularly. Not a huge issue as I usually keep my headsets on a charger when not in use. Yeah I know, that wears down the battery, but I like to not be surprised when my battery is drained when I want to use it.
The RIG 600 Pro is a decent headset at the price range. It does some things better than other models while falling short in a few more. I wanted to love it more, but the design and sound quality out of the box were disappointing. Still it packs a punch once tweaked and is worth the price of admission for anyone looking for a mid-range option for gaming and Bluetooth.
Review copy of game provided by publisher.
