Sony INZONE H9 II
Sony

Sony INZONE H9 II

An ultra-light ANC gaming headset co-developed with Fnatic, with an excellent noise-handling mic.

  • Gaming headset
  • USB dongle, Bluetooth, 3.5 mm
  • Detachable boom
  • 260 g
  • 30 h

PCPR score

8.3

Great

Best price we’ve seen

$260Nov 9

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The short version

The INZONE H9 II is a 260 g wireless gaming headset with 30 mm carbon composite drivers from Sony's WH-1000XM6, active noise cancelling, a detachable cardioid boom mic and simultaneous 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth. Reviewers praised its comfort and mic, with RTINGS measuring exceptional mic noise handling and very good accuracy. Its ANC is modest and the low bass is thin, and PC Gamer felt the price pushes it toward audiophile rivals it cannot quite match. It suits PC and PS5 players wanting light weight.

Pros

  • About 260 g without the mic, with a low clamping force
  • Active noise cancelling works wired or wireless
  • Exceptional boom mic noise handling, per RTINGS
  • 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth can connect at the same time

Cons

  • ANC reduces rather than blocks noise, per RTINGS
  • Lacks low-bass depth relative to upper bass
  • Rated 30-hour battery trails long-life rivals
  • PC Gamer found the price high against audiophile options

Best for

  • Competitive players who want a light headset
  • PC and PS5 owners who take calls while gaming

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Full specifications

Core

Type
Gaming headset
Back
Closed
Platforms
PC, PlayStation, Mobile

Connectivity

Connection
USB dongle, Bluetooth, 3.5 mm

Features

Microphone
Detachable boom
Active noise cancelling
Yes

Performance

Driver size
30 mm
Impedance
21 Ω

Power

Battery life
30 h

Physical

Weight
260 g

Compatibility notes

  • The 2.4 GHz USB-C dongle does not work on Xbox; 3.5 mm wired use works on any device with a jack.
  • 360 Spatial Sound needs the INZONE Hub PC software.

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Video reviews

Overview · Guide

INZONE H9 II Wireless Noise Cancelling Gaming Headset | Sony Official

Sony Corporation - Official

Sony's official overview of the INZONE H9 II, covering its carbon composite drivers, noise cancelling and design developed with Fnatic.

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What reviewers and owners say

  • PC Gamer

    Mixed

    Praised the featherweight build, strong noise cancelling and good mic, but felt its high price places it against audio-focused rivals that it cannot fully match.

    79/100 · 2026-01-16

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  • TechRadar

    Positive

    Called it a major improvement over the first H9, with a wide soundstage, outstanding detachable mic and strong ANC; the main gripes were price and Windows spatial sound quirks.

    4.5/5 · 2026-03-15

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  • RTINGS

    Positive

    Measured low distortion and well-matched drivers with exceptional mic noise handling, but noted ANC that only partly reduces noise and some low-bass loss with glasses or long hair.

    2026-01-08

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Common questions

Does the H9 II work on Xbox?

Sony says its 2.4 GHz dongle does not work on Xbox consoles. Wired 3.5 mm use is the fallback for Xbox, and RTINGS notes wired operation works with or without the headset powered.

Can it connect to a PC and phone at once?

Yes. Sony lists simultaneous connection, so the 2.4 GHz dongle can stay paired to a PC or PS5 while a phone connects over Bluetooth.

How long does the battery last?

Sony rates it at up to 30 hours with noise cancelling off, with a five-minute charge giving about an hour of use. RTINGS reports around 30 hours with ANC on.

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