What You Need to Know
Lenovo positions the Lenovo Legion H500 PRO 7.1 as a premium gaming headsets, asking $82.79. After 464 customer reviews on Amazon, the verdict is a very good 4.1 stars. We've ranked it #31 out of 40 in this category. It won't beat the top picks on raw rating, but at 36% below the category average price, it has a different value proposition.
On the Head
Headsets live or die on long-session comfort. Most users find them comfortable, though glasses-wearers and those with larger heads sometimes report pressure after a couple of hours.
Worth noting on the Lenovo Legion H500 PRO 7.1 specifically - reviews repeatedly flag "7.1 surround sound" as a standout.
By the Spec Sheet
- Brand: Lenovo
- Price: $82.79 (well below the $130.00 category average)
- Amazon rating: 4.1 of 5.0
- Reviews: 464
- Category rank: #31 of 40 in gaming headsets
- Cheaper in category: 17 products
- Higher-rated in category: 30 products
- More-reviewed in category: 28 products
What 464 Buyers Say
A 4.1-star average from 464 buyers means most are happy, but a meaningful slice - roughly 15-20% - has at least some complaint. The pattern in the negative reviews matters more than the average itself.
Common positives:
- 7.1 surround sound
- Noise-cancelling mic
- Lightweight comfort
Common complaints:
- USB-only connection
- Few color options
Cheap vs. Capable
At $82.79, the Lenovo Legion H500 PRO 7.1 sits well below the $130.00 category average. 17 options are cheaper and 22 are more expensive.
The category leader is the Razer BlackShark V2 X ($29.99, 4.4★, 27,490 reviews). It's $52.80 more expensive than the top pick despite ranking lower, which is a hard combination to justify unless a specific feature swings the decision.
Direct competitors at this price (±25%):
- Logitech G733 Wireless Gaming Headset - $99.99, 4.3★ (19,211 reviews) · Higher rated
- HyperX Cloud III Wired Gaming Headset - $64.95, 4.3★ (13,041 reviews) · Better on both axes
- ASTRO Gaming A20 Wireless Headset - $99.00, 4.3★ (2,088 reviews) · Higher rated
If rating alone is your filter, the highest-rated option in this category is the AOC GH200 Gaming Headset at 4.7★. If pure price is the filter, the cheapest is the WIRWTRU S30 Wired Gaming Headset at $16.99.
Is It For You?
Maybe. Middle-of-the-pack on rating and price, no standout strengths. If a specific feature matches your need (7.1 surround sound or noise-cancelling mic), it's reasonable. Otherwise the top picks are safer bets.
Best fit for:
- Budget shoppers who want functional gaming headsets without overspending
- Users who specifically need portability or compact size
Pros & Cons
Pros:
- 7.1 surround sound
- Noise-cancelling mic
- Lightweight comfort
Cons:
- USB-only connection
- Few color options
Wrap-Up
7.2/10
Below-average rating in a category with several stronger options. Hard to recommend over higher-ranked alternatives unless a specific feature seals it.