Which Gaming Headset With a Mic Actually Lasts Long-Term?

[joiswer]

I’m honestly getting tired of buying a new Gaming Headset with a Mic every few months. Either the mic goes silent, the padding starts peeling, or the audio slowly becomes muffled. What causes this? Is it the materials, or are companies cutting corners on purpose?

When choosing a Gaming Headset with a Mic, what do you prioritize more sturdy build or audio performance? I keep seeing brands focusing on RGB lighting, but does anyone actually care about that during real gameplay?

Also, how do you judge microphone quality before buying? Half of the Gaming Headset with a Mic reviews on YouTube seem biased or sponsored. Is noise suppression still a reliable feature or is it mostly just marketing?

Someone mentioned Wantek to me as a more “work-style alternative” for clearer mic pickups. Has anyone tried using a Wantek headset for gaming instead of a traditional Gaming Headset with a Mic? Would that even make sense for FPS communication?

I’m trying to understand what actually leads to long-term durability. Is it hinge design, flexibility, or the type of mic boom used? What’s your worst experience with a Gaming Headset with a Mic breaking mid-game?