ROG Delta II Headset Review

Recently, I got my hands on a set of ROG Delta II headphones from Republic of Gamers (ROG), which is the gaming division of ASUS. While having access to these headphones, I used them on multiple different platforms to test the various available features.

There were plenty of different options and settings available with these headphones, which allowed me to use them in multiple ways for my gaming setup. However, there was one burning question that I had to ask myself: were the amount of features worth the hefty price tag in comparison to a standard set of headphones?

The specifications for the ROG Delta II headset are listed below:

Pairing Name	ROG Delta II (BT)
Bluetooth	2.4GHz
AUX Cable	3.5mm connection, 2m
Battery Life	110 hours in 2.4GHz mode
Charge	15-minute fast charge, providing 11 hours battery
Battery	1800 mAh
Impedance	32ohm
Frequency Response	20Hz – 20KHz
Microphone Sensitivity	-40 dB
Microphone Frequency Response	100Hz – 10KHz
Driver Size	50 mm
Driver Material	Titanium-Plated Diaphragm Drivers
Charger	USB-C to USB-A charging cable: 1.5 m
Weight	318 g

When it comes to headphones, one of the first things gamers will look at is whether or not they are comfortable to wear. I can say without a doubt that they are very comfortable, whether you are using the standard Durable PU Leather ear cushions or the Breathable Mesh Fabric ear cushions.

Sadly, these cushions do not provide a strong noise-canceling effect that many gamers would look for no matter which version of cushion that you wear, but the small amount of noise cancellation is effective, especially when the volume is cranked to its highest.

One of my major questions when it comes to headphones is whether or not they are comfortable with my glasses. Due to the way they are shaped and how soft the cushions are, the ROG Delta II headphones are very glasses-friendly as they do not push my glasses into my head, which is a big positive, especially when I play for a long period of time.

Another part of the headphones that players will immediately consider is the length of cable that comes with it. Luckily, gamers have a choice when it comes to the ROG Delta II headphones, as they can be used either with a wired 3.5mm connection that is 2 meters long or with the Bluetooth 2.4GHz feature.

One of the only drawbacks with this headset is that Xbox users sadly cannot use the Bluetooth feature within the headphones and will be required to use the wired 3.5mm connection. However, those on PC, PlayStation 4/5, Nintendo Switch, and even certain mobile devices can utilize the Bluetooth feature.

The most important part of the ROG Delta II headphones is whether or not the audio quality is good or bad, and it is safe to say that the audio quality is fantastic, with every voice being crystal clear like they are right next to me.

Whether you are using the ROG Delta II headphones with their wired connection or within the Bluetooth mode, the audio quality is incredibly clear as it allows gamers to hear every background noise that takes place within their games.

Sometimes headphones struggle to differentiate between background noise and voices within a video game, causing the background audio to be too loud, blocking out the important dialogue that is taking place within the game being played. Luckily, this isn’t the case with the ROG Delta II headset.

To allow greater control of the audio quality, there is also a volume dial on the headphones, which allows gamers to change the audio level on the fly with the simple rotation of a dial.

As an added bonus, there is even a microphone dial allowing gamers to alter their own microphones volume on the fly to ensure that they do not deafen their teammates when and if they communicate through voice chat, which is something I used on a regular basis during my review.

During my time with the ROG Delta II headset, I used them with different game genres like horror, FPS, and single-player story-driven games, and the audio quality worked well with each of these genres.

When it came to FPS titles, I could hear every footstep, every bullet leave the gun, and every explosion no matter how far, and while playing horror titles, I could hear every creak of a door while also feeling the eerie atmosphere of the darkness around me.

Finally, when playing a single-player story-driven title such as Star Wars Outlaws, the ROG Delta II headphones were fantastic in terms of audio quality, as the voices of each character felt crisp while also being able to hear every sound the character makes, as well as the music in the background.

What makes these headphones stand out though is the DualFlow Audio feature, which allows gamers to connect their headphones to two systems at once, as long as they can connect to 2.4 GHz or Bluetooth.

This means if a player wants to connect their iPhone to their headphones and take a phone call while continuing to play their game without missing a beat of the action, then they can.

Understandably, this will more likely be a background feature and won’t be used on a regular basis, as most gamers will probably use party channels on their chosen platforms or services, like Discord, to communicate with their friends. This does not mean that it may not have its one-off uses.

Speaking from my personal experience, I never had the pleasure of using said feature with my mobile phone, but I did use the DualFlow feature on my PC and PlayStation 5 as I listened to music on my PlayStation 5 while playing games on my PC, and the feature does work very well and allows the different sounds to stand out and easily be separated from each other.

Since I listened to music using the DualFlow feature along with having background game music taking place at the same time, I cannot comment on the audio quality in terms of music on its own, but while using the DualFlow setting, the music was very clear, allowing me to hear the bass and trebles of each song while also being able to hear the voice of characters without it being muffled or blocked out.

Sadly, these features don’t make the headphones worth the whopping price tag of $289.62 that it is currently listed as on the ROG ASUS official website, but it is a very close call as there are many features on this headset that make it stand out against a more standard headset.

For those out there who are looking to add a bit of RGB lighting into their gaming setup, the ROG Delta II headphones would be a perfect addition. They aren’t so powerful that they blind you with colorful lights, and they also have a smooth transition between colors on the earmuffs.

Speaking of lights, there is one incredibly useful light that will come in handy for a lot of gamers, and that is a subtle light on the microphone that indicates whether it is muted or not.

This may seem relatively redundant since the microphone can be entirely removed from the headset itself once the player is done using them, but for those in a rush to mute their microphones, being able to press the volume button and seeing the subtle red light is a lifesaver.

The microphone itself is also impressive, as it provides clear audio for gamers. You have the option to reduce or increase its effectiveness with a simple dial on the headset, and I was able to fine-tune the microphone to suit different circumstances, ensuring that I didn’t blow anyone’s eardrums away.

If you are looking to enjoy a wireless workspace, do not worry, as the long-lasting battery life and quick charge features of the ROG Delta II headphones allow players to charge them while away from their setups and even use them for up to 100+ hours, depending on the charge period, even in the 2.4GHz mode!

Even with all of these features, it still begs the question of whether or not the ROG Delta II headphones are worth the whopping price tag of $289.62, which is the current price tag set on the official ROG ASUS website, in comparison to spending less on a standard set of headphones.

Answering the question as to whether or not the price is worthy of the product, the final answer would sadly have to be no. It is very close and is definitely an improvement to a standard set of headphones, especially with the added features and improved sound quality compared to other headsets, but in the end a lot of these features won’t be used enough by gamers to justify the massive price tag.

For those who are looking for a simple set of headphones, there are plenty of other options on sale at ROG ASUS that may also pique your interest and could fit in within a reasonable price range, but if you are looking for a more pricey headset that is more of an investment, then the ROG Delta II are the perfect pair for you.