Nubwo G08 Gaming Headset Review

Nubwo has quietly built a reputation for delivering headsets that just get the job done without draining your wallet, and with the G08, they’ve taken that philosophy further. Much like how their earlier models focused on nailing the essentials, the G08 brings wireless freedom, dependable sound, and a battery that seems to last forever, all without trying to be something it’s not.

The Nubwo G08 is a 2.4GHz wireless pair that works seamlessly with PS5, PS4, and PC via the included dongle, while also offering Bluetooth for your phone and a 3.5mm wired connection for those moments you need it. Lightweight, comfortable, and tuned to highlight the sounds that actually matter in-game, the G08 has surprised me in all the right ways.

There are a couple of places where Nubwo could have taken things a step further, but for a headset that you can often find under $60, it’s hard not to appreciate just how much you’re getting here.

Overview

What’s in the box?

• G08 wireless headset
• Detachable boom mic
• USB-A wireless dongle
• USB-C charging cable
• 3.5mm aux cable
• Quick-start guide

Design and Build

Lifting the G08 out of the box, it feels lightweight but not flimsy, flexible enough to adjust without creaking under pressure. The matte black finish keeps it simple, and honestly, I prefer this clean look over flashy RGB-heavy cans that beg for attention.

The ear cushions are soft and plush, wrapped in leatherette that feels great against your ears. I wore these cans through an entire evening of Warzone and some YouTube deep dives, and I didn’t feel any pinch points or discomfort, though, as with most leatherette pads, it can get a bit warm if you’re gaming in a hot room.

The cups don’t swivel flat, which I missed when I wanted to rest them around my neck while grabbing a coffee, but they tilt enough to find a comfy position on your head, and they seal well enough to keep background noise at bay. I like to keep one ear half-off sometimes so I can catch the doorbell or chat with someone nearby, and while you can do that here, it does break the seal, dropping the bass and mids noticeably, worth keeping in mind.

For glasses-wearers like me, these cans are forgiving, and the cushions don’t press hard on your frames. You do lose a bit of the seal, but that’s something I’ve just accepted as a trade-off with any headset.

Connectivity

Setup is genuinely a breeze. The G08 comes pre-paired with its dongle, so it’s plug-and-play in the truest sense. I plugged it into my PS5 and was in a game within minutes, no fuss, no updates, just straight to the action.

Bluetooth pairing is quick too, letting me switch to my phone for calls or Spotify sessions without hassle, and the 3.5mm aux cable works exactly as you’d expect when you need a wired fallback. A neat feature is that plugging in the aux cable powers the headset down, saving battery while still letting you use it passively, though you lose the mic mute toggle in this mode.

Wireless range is solid, letting me wander into the kitchen to grab a drink without dropping connection, and unless you’re planning on gaming from your backyard, you’re not going to run into issues here.

Features and Controls

All the controls live on the left cup, easy to find without taking the headset off mid-game. You get a power button, volume wheel, mic mute switch, and ports for charging and wired connection, and flipping to Bluetooth is as easy as double-tapping the power button. Took me a try or two to get the timing right, but it’s easy once it clicks.

I love that there’s a vocal confirmation for mic mute status, so you don’t end up talking to your squad with your mic off, and the small LED indicator is a handy touch, too. It’s one of those small details that once you have it, you wonder why every headset doesn’t.

The volume wheel adjusts the headset’s volume independently from your system, which I prefer since it avoids sudden jumps. No crackling or weird static either, which can happen with cheaper scroll wheels.

If there’s something missing, it’s software support. It would’ve been nice to tweak EQ or mic monitoring directly, but honestly, for this price, I’m fine making those adjustments in Discord or on console settings.

Sound Quality

The G08 doesn’t try to overwhelm you with bass for the sake of it, instead giving you a balanced, gamer-focused profile that keeps footsteps, reloads, and in-game dialogue clear. The 50mm drivers punch hard enough to give explosions the weight they deserve without muddying up the mids, and voices come through crisply, which is exactly what you want for competitive play.

If you’re planning on using these primarily for movies or music, you might find them lacking the warmth you’d get from a more music-focused pair, but if you spend most of your time gaming, the clarity here is exactly what you want.

At full blast, there’s a hint of distortion, but nothing that kills the experience, and keeping the volume at reasonable levels gives you a clean, detailed sound. The soundstage is fairly narrow, so while you’ll get clear directional cues, everything feels closer, which is typical for closed-back gaming cans in this range.

Microphone Quality

The detachable boom mic does its job well enough for gaming and Discord calls, though don’t expect broadcast-level depth. My friends said I came through clearly, if a bit on the thin side, and the mic does a decent job avoiding plosives as long as you position it properly.

It can pick up background sounds if you’re in a noisy room, but adjusting the mic position helps, and the flexible boom arm holds its place without drooping mid-session. Snapping the mic in and out is straightforward, and it locks in securely.

Battery Life

This is where the G08 really stands out. Nubwo claims 100 hours of battery life, and honestly, it feels like it just keeps going. I went nearly a week of daily gaming and calls without needing to plug in, and the freedom of not worrying about battery mid-session is something I didn’t realize I missed until I had it.

You get a low battery warning when you’re down to about 15 minutes of juice, which is usually enough to wrap up a match or swap to wired if you need to. Charging takes around four hours, which is reasonable given how long the battery lasts.

Nubwo g06 vs g08

Many people ask if they should go for the g06 or the g08. I have used the nubwo g06 and found it solid for casual gaming, calls and lighter sessions. It is easy to wear, light and connects quickly for players who want something portable.

The g08 feels like it was made for longer gaming sessions. It has deeper bass, clearer audio separation and better noise isolation, letting me catch small details in Warzone and Apex. If you usually play in short bursts, the g06 will do the job, but if you sit down for longer gaming nights, the g08 will give you better focus and sound clarity.

Summary

The Nubwo G08 has genuinely impressed me. It’s comfortable, looks clean, and nails the essentials with dependable wireless, a clear, gaming-tuned sound, and battery life that’s borderline absurd for a headset in this price bracket.

It’s not perfect. The soundstage could be wider, the mic could use more warmth, and a companion app would’ve been nice, but for what you’re paying, these are small trade-offs for a headset that nails the basics and then some.

If you’re looking for a budget-friendly wireless gaming headset that feels like it was made by people who actually play games, the Nubwo G08 is worth your attention. It gets you into your games without fuss, keeps you comfortable while you’re there, and doesn’t die on you when you need it most and at the end of the day, that’s exactly what a gaming headset should do.

The Nubwo G08 is available on Amazon.