Turtle Beach Stealth 500 Wireless Gaming Headset
Wireless headset with 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth 5.2, 40-hour battery, 40 mm drivers and flip-to-mute mic
- TypeOver the Ear
- ColorBlack
- Driver Unit40 millimeters
- Frequency Response20 hertz
- THDOver Ear
- Input Impedance32 ohms
- Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless plus Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity for flexible play
- Up to 40 hours battery life with 2-hour quick charge for long sessions
- QuickSwitch button toggles between wireless and Bluetooth instantly
- Ultra-lightweight 230 g floating headband with memory foam cushions for comfort
- Amplified 40 mm drivers deliver powerful spatial audio with four EQ modes
Multiplatform Wireless Headset
The Turtle Beach Stealth 500 is a lightweight over-ear headset designed for gamers who want cable-free audio across Xbox, PC, Nintendo Switch and mobile devices. It weighs 230 grams and uses a floating headband with memory foam cushions for extended comfort. The headset connects via low-latency 2.4GHz wireless or Bluetooth 5.2, offering flexibility for different platforms. It targets players seeking an entry-level wireless option with long battery endurance.
Upgrade from Wired or Basic Wireless
This model replaces tethered headsets and older wireless units that require separate dongles for each platform or lack quick-switch capability. The QuickSwitch button lets you move between 2.4GHz and Bluetooth 5.2 connections with a single press, eliminating the need to re-pair or swap receivers. The jump is worth it if you regularly alternate between console gaming and mobile calls or media. Buyers who need simultaneous dual-audio mixing or a dedicated base station should look elsewhere.
40-Hour Battery and 40mm Drivers
The internal battery delivers up to 40 hours of continuous use and reaches a usable charge in 2 hours, covering multiple gaming sessions without interruption. Amplified 40mm drivers produce spatial audio enhanced by four EQ presets and a 10-band EQ in the Swarm II app. The flip-to-mute omnidirectional microphone provides clear chat and stows neatly when silent. Users who require active noise cancellation or audiophile-grade fidelity will find the sound isolation and driver spec insufficient.
Highlights
- Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless plus Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity for flexible play
- Up to 40 hours battery life with 2-hour quick charge for long sessions
- QuickSwitch button toggles between wireless and Bluetooth instantly
- Ultra-lightweight 230 g floating headband with memory foam cushions for comfort
- Amplified 40 mm drivers deliver powerful spatial audio with four EQ modes
Specifications
| Brand | Turtle Beach |
|---|---|
| Series | 2103 |
| Model | 500XB, TBS-2103-05 |
| Part Number | TBS-2103-05 |
| Type | Over the Ear |
| Color | Black |
| Driver Unit | 40 millimeters |
| Frequency Response | 20 hertz |
| THD | Over Ear |
| Input Impedance | 32 ohms |
| Power Supply | battery, lithium_polymer, lithium_ion, true |
| Connector | No Jack |
| Ear Coupling | over_ear |
| Cord Length | Ear Cushions |
| Weight | 230 grams |
| Noise Cancelling | sound_isolation |
| Wireless Type | Bluetooth |
| Battery | 40 hours |
| Operating Time | 40 hours |
| Charge Time | 2 hours |
| Distance | 10 meters |
| Contains Embedded Battery | battery |
| Microphone Impedance | ~3K ohm |
| Microphone Frequency Response | 20 hertz |
| Features | sound_isolation, 5.2, 40 hours, Detachable, Volume Control, push_button, Wireless, Over Ear, dynamic_driver, 32 ohm, 10 meters, Cable |
| Package Contents | Cable, User Manual, Ear Cushions, Headband |
Questions about this item
How does the 230 gram headset sit on the head without a traditional band?
The floating headband design distributes weight across the top of the skull rather than clamping, so the 230 gram frame rests lightly without pressure points.
What is the correct order to pair the USB dongle and the Bluetooth 5.2 connection so the QuickSwitch button works?
Plug the USB dongle into the console or PC first, power on the headset to lock the 2.4GHz link, then hold the Bluetooth button to pair a second device; QuickSwitch toggles between the two active links.
When the 40 hour lithium-ion cell no longer holds a full charge, can the battery be swapped by the user?
The battery is sealed inside the ear cup; replacement requires opening the housing and soldering a new cell, so most owners send the unit in for service instead of doing it themselves.
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