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Plantronics' RIG 800LX is a wireless headset solution designed for both Xbox One consoles and Windows PC. It lacks some of the bells and whistles of some of the more expensive headsets out there, but the level of convenience, build quality, and audio you'll get for what you pay represents some pretty incredible value. Here's our review.
Plantronics RIG 800LX Specifications
- Compatibility: Xbox One, Xbox One S, Xbox One X, Windows PC:
- Mic Signal to Noise: >42 dB
- Mic Sensitivity: -45 dBV/Pa
- Mic Pick Up Pattern: Uni-directional
- Mic Freq Response: 100 Hz–10 kHz
- Battery: 1,500 mAh battery
- Charge Time: 30-Minute charge for every 3 hours of game play
- Max input power: 40 mW
- Impedance: 32 ohms
- Freq Response: 20 Hz–20 kHz
- Drivers: Dynamic 40 mm w/bass tubes
- Wireless: 2.4 GHz digital RF, 10m range
- In the box: Headset, wireless USB adapter, USB charge cable, pre-paid Dolby Atmos code.
- Dimensions: 11 x 9.6 x 4.2 inches
- Weight: 289 grams
- Price: $149.99
Design, durability, and comfort
The RIG 800LX is an impressively comfortable headset. Rarely do I notice the weight of a headset, but the RIG 800LX is incredibly light, weighing just 289 grams. Usually, I prefer headsets to have a little weight because they feel a little more durable as a result, but the RIG 800LX doesn't suffer from this problem. It retains a reassuringly strong feel throughout, which is laudable not only because of its lightweight nature, but also, its modular design.
Each part of the RIG 800LX can be customized. You can remove the floating headband simply by popping out the rubber clasps that hold it in place. Instead of hinges or snapping adjustable straps, the headphones themselves can be removed too and moved up and down within the frame to achieve that perfect fit. The floating headband self-adjusts too. The result is an effortless fit, which I can't praise enough.
The earcups are layered with airy memory foam which feels great on the skin and doesn't get clammy or uncomfortable even across marathon sessions. Thanks to this headset's battery life, you'll be having plenty of long sessions too, since it lasts anywhere up to 24 hours for continuous wireless audio. At this weight, and this price point, it's hard to not be impressed.
The headset comes with an adjustable microphone which can be repositioned easily, and self-mutes when angled in an upward position, continuing the theme of convenience.
As far a design goes, the RIG 800LX looks distinct, sporting almost metallic carbon fibre patterns in black and grey. The angular designs might not appeal to everyone, but I like it a lot more than I thought I would after judging from photographs alone. Since this headset's mic isn't detachable (and it doesn't have 3.5mm or Bluetooth connectivity) you won't be taking this outside for use with your phone anyway. This is a pure gaming headset.
Audio experience
The most important aspect of any headset is the sound experience, and considering this product is wireless, you might be wondering how it handles the signal. Well, the answer is extremely well.
The RIG 800LX uses its own USB signal adapter, which can be switched between Xbox and PC modes. On both consoles and computers, it's a simple case of plug and play, with no need for additional drivers or software downloads. Press the pairing button on the receiver and on the headset, instantly pair, and game on. PC drivers, in particular, can be a pitfall for certain audio accessories, so it's nice to see Plantronics thoroughly nail this aspect of the headset.
I haven't found a single solitary issue with the signal on this headset, despite the tons of potential interference from various other wireless devices in my office. You can rest assured, you'll enjoy a distortion/lag free wireless sound experience with this headset.
Plantronics says that the headset features 'sound isolating earcups,' but I haven't really found that to be the case. Other (admittedly, more expensive) headsets have been far better at blocking out noise from the outside world, but I'm actually grateful that the RIG 800LX doesn't block out all external sound. Why? Because annoyingly, the voice feedback feature is too quiet to actually help proceedings – if the headset was completely isolating, you'd wind up yelling while chatting.
The headset has independent controls for game sound and chat, allowing you to control your audio levels right there on the headset. You can also alter overall volume, and switch between different audio modes with a separate button.
The microphone quality isn't good enough for recording high-production videos or live streaming, owing to a slightly muffled sound, but it's more than adequate for clear multiplayer chat. The gameplay sound is far better, though.
The RIG 800LX doesn't have a built-in virtual surround solution, instead coming bundled with a free Dolby Atmos license for Xbox One and Windows 10. The soundstage isn't as wide and spacious as you might find with more expensive headsets as a result. You can still determine the direction of enemy fire, but pin-pointing enemy movements a little more difficult when directly compared to some other headsets I've used. Disregarding that, however, Dolby Atmos lives up to its name for atmospherics, and the headset's sound quality is rich, clear, and distortion free even on the more problematic frequencies.
Final thoughts
As far as convenience and quality go, few headsets can compete with the RIG 800LX at this price point. The wireless solution is problem-free, connecting easily to both Windows computers and Xbox One consoles without the need for additional settings, drivers, or software. The signal is also powerful, providing lag and distortion-free audio that rivals wired solutions.
The battery life is impressive, providing up to 24 hours of continuous playback. There's a lot to love about the design too, with durable, yet light materials, complemented by a distinctive, confident design and modular adjustability. It feels great to wear, and it's easy to set-up and get gaming.
Pros:
- Crisp and clear audio.
- Great modular design.
- Comfortable and convenient across Xbox and PC.
- Rock solid wireless signal.
- Huge battery life.
Cons:
- Soundstage isn't as immersive as more expensive sets.
- Voice monitoring feedback is too quiet.
I was a little disappointed by the low volume of the voice feedback monitoring for chat, and the virtual surround sound experience isn't as great as some other headsets I've used, but at this relatively low price, it's hard to expect perfection in every area.
For $149.99, you will not be disappointed with this headset, particularly if you frequently switch between PC and Xbox use cases as much as me. Simply plug in the USB receiver, flip a switch, and you're good to go on both devices. This is a great product, and it's well worth your consideration.
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Reviewed on May 01, 2018 By Sam Vafaei , Marc Henney, Yannick Khong
Usage Ratings - Version 1.2
Mixed Usage
Critical Listening
Commute/Travel
Sports/Fitness
Office
TV
Gaming
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Enclosure : Closed-Back
Noise-Cancelling : No
Transducer : Dynamic
The Plantronics RIG 800LX / 800HS are good gaming headphones with a comfortable and lightweight modular design. They're easy-to-use, have a great battery life and a well-balanced sound that's good enough for critical listening. Unfortunately, their sound distorts heavily at high volumes, which may be a deal breaker for some. Also, like most gaming headsets, they're not made for outdoor use and their build quality feels a bit cheap for their price even if most parts are replaceable. Note that we tested the Xbox One variant of this headset, but we expect similar results for the PS4 variant.
Design | 6.0 |
Sound | 8.3 |
Isolation | 3.2 |
Microphone | 7.6 |
Active Features | 7.0 |
Connectivity | 4.7 |
- Well-balanced sound.
- Modular design and decent build quality.
- Comfortable and lightweight.
- Bulky and cumbersome.
- A lot of distortion at high volumes.
- Poor noise isolation and leakage.
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6.0Design
The Plantronics RIG 800LX have a modular design and a unique look that will work for some but may not be ideal for everyone. They're comfortable, decently breathable and relatively lightweight for their size due to their mostly plastic build quality. They have a simple and easy-to-use control scheme, but like most other gaming headsets they are not portable or stable enough to use outdoors. Their mostly plastic design also feels a little cheap when compared to other headphones within their price range. However, since you can replace most parts of the headphones, it makes them fairly durable as long as you're willing to pay for it.
The Plantronics 800LX have a fairly unique design that keeps them lightweight and modular but won't look as good for all listeners. They have a mostly plastic build quality that looks a bit cheap compared to other gaming headsets in their price range. The ear cups also have a fairly unorthodox shape but they're well-padded and do not stick out too much once on your head. They also have an understated color scheme that's not too flashy regardless of the console variant you choose, which some listeners may prefer.
7.5Comfort
Clamping Force : 1.1 lbs
The RIG 800LX are comfortable headphones with a self-adjusting headband strap. They have large ear cups, comfortable and breathable pads and they're not too tight on the head. You can also further adjust the fit of these headphones, by attaching the ear cups to a lower slot on the headband (the ear cups are detachable). They're also relatively lightweight compared to similarly designed gaming headsets. However, there are only 3 available spots on the headband for adjusting the ear cups, which should be fine for most users but may not be ideal for all.
6.7Controls
Feedback : Decent
Volume Control : Yes
Channel Mixing : Yes
Noise Canceling Control : N/A
Additional Buttons : Presets
These headphones have a simple and easy-to-use gaming control scheme. They provide two dials on the right ear cup for volume and channel mixing control, as well as a power button that doubles as the pairing switch. There is also an extra button on the left earcup to alternate between preset EQ modes. Overall, the buttons are easy to find and fairly intuitive to use with decent feedback, but the dials do not provide discrete clicks when adjusting volume or chat mixing levels, which would have been a bit more precise.
6.7Breathability
These headphones are fairly breathable for an over-ear design. They have slightly porous pads that keep your ears decently cool when compared to other headphones with faux leather padding. However, since they are over-ears they do obstruct a lot of airflow. They will not be the ideal pair for physical activity but should be fine for gaming and more casual uses.
1.1Portability
W : 7.4 '
Volume : 163 Cu. Inches
Like most gaming headsets, the Plantronics RIG 800LX are bulky and not portable. They have large ear cups that do not fold or lay flat and they're limited by their transmitter dongle since they have no other connection option. They're a hassle to carry on you if you don't have a bag or a backpack and do not come with a case or pouch, which is slightly disappointing.
0Case
L : N/A
H : N/A
These headphones do not come with a case or pouch.
7.0Build Quality
The Plantronics 800LX have a decent build quality but feel a bit cheaply made for their price. They should be durable enough to handle multiple drops without breaking, and their mostly plastic build feels decently dense and flexible while remaining relatively lightweight. They also have a modular design so you can replace parts of the headphones when they break, which makes them a bit more durable than average as long as you're willing to pay for it. Unfortunately, their plastic build quality doesn't feel as premium as some of the gaming headsets below their price range. The audio cables leading to the ear cups are also somewhat exposed and since the ear cups are detachable, there is a higher risk of accidentally snapping the cables when trying to adjust the fit of the cups.
6.0Stability
Like most gaming headphones, the RIG 800LX are not made for physical activity and aren't stable enough for running. They're bulky and will quickly fall off your head if you use them while working out. On the upside, since they're wireless Bluetooth headphones, there is no cable to get caught on your clothes and yank the headphones off your head.
Length : 2.8 ft
These headphones come with a USB transmitter and a micro USB charging cable.
8.3Sound
The Plantronics RIG 800LX is a very good sounding pair of closed-back over-ear gaming headphones. They have a consistent, thumpy, and well-balanced bass, a nearly flawless mid-range, and a very good treble. However, these headphones don't get very loud, and when they are brought close to their maximum loudness, their bass breaks up and distorts quite heavily. Unfortunately, this may be a deal breaker for those who listen to bass-heavy content at loud volumes. Additionally, their mid-range is slightly recessed and underemphasized, especially on vocals and leads, and their treble is on the bright side.
9.4Bass
Low-Frequency Extension : 18.08 Hz
Low-Bass : 0.77 dB
Mid-Bass : 0.0 dB
High-Bass : -0.45 dB
The RIG 800LX have excellent bass. LFE (low-frequency extension) is extended down to 18Hz, which is great. Accordingly, low-bass is within 1dB of our neutral target, which means that these headphones produce just the right amount of thump and rumble. Additionally, mid-bass, responsible for the body of the bass guitars and punch of kick drums, is virtually flat and flawless. High-bass, responsible for warmth, is within 0.5dB of our of neutral target. However, it should be noted that when this headphone is pushed to its maximum loudness (which is not very loud actually), their bass starts to breakup and distort.
8.7Mid
Low-Mid : -1.84 dB
Mid-Mid : -1.23 dB
High-Mid : -1.4 dB
The mid-range performance is great. The response throughout the range is even and flat, but consistently under our neutral target by about 1.5dB. This results in a reproduction of vocals and lead instruments that sounds a tad pushed back and recessed relative to the bass and treble ranges.
8.6Treble
Low-Treble : 2.4 dB
Mid-Treble : -0.61 dB
High-Treble : 1.09 dB
The Plantronics RIG 800LX have a very good treble. The response is rather uneven, but well-balanced for the most part. Low-treble has a 5dB peak around 3.5KHz which adds excess brightness and emphasis to the upper harmonics of vocals and lead instruments. Also, the bump in the sibilance range (6KHz-10KHz) makes the S and T sounds a bit piercing, but mostly on overly bright tracks.
Raw Frequency Response
7.6Frequency Response Consistency
The Plantronics RIG 800LX have a good frequency response consistency. In the bass range, the maximum deviation across our five human subjects is about 4dB, which is noticeable, but subtle. In the treble range, the delivery is more prone to positioning as the maximum deviation below 10KHz is about 6dB, but this happens in a very narrow range.
8.9Imaging
Weighted Amplitude Mismatch : 0.33
Weighted Frequency Mismatch : 1.58
Weighted Phase Mismatch : 2.83
The imaging is great. Weighted group delay is at 0.25, which is within very good limits. The GD graph also shows that the group delay almost never crosses the audibility threshold. This ensures a tight bass and a transparent treble reproduction. Additionally, the L/R drivers of our test unit were very well-matched. This is important for accurate placement and localization of objects (voices, instruments, video game effects) in the stereo image.
6.7Soundstage
PRTF Size (Avg.) : 3.48 dB
PRTF Distance : 8.2 dB
Openness : 9.1
Acoustic Space Excitation : 5.9
Correlated Crosstalk : 0.0 dB
The soundstage performance of the RIG 800 LX is about average. The PRTF graph shows a good amount of accuracy, but not a lot of activation, and not a '10KHz notch' either. This suggests that their soundstage will be natural, but relatively small and located inside the listener's head, as opposed to in-front. However, due to the high openness and excitation values, their soundstage will be perceived to be more open, compared to headphones that provide a lot of isolation.
7.8Total Harmonic Distortion
Weighted THD @ 100 : 2.741
The harmonic distortion performance of the RIG 800 LX is good. The overall amount of harmonic distortion is within good limits throughout the range, except for the sharp peak around 2KHz. This could make the sound of those frequencies a bit harsh and brittle.
Also, we have noticed in our listening test that when this headphone is brought close to its maximum loudness (which is not very loud) it tends to distort quite heavily, especially if the content is bass-heavy. So if you listen to bass-heavy content at a high volume, this may be a deal breaker for you. Since this issue hasn't showed up in our tests, we will investigate improving our distortion test in the future, so it would catch these issues well.
3.2Isolation
The Plantronics RIG 800LX have a poor isolation performance. They do not block a lot of noise, and they are fairly leaky at moderate-to-high volumes. They are not meant for outdoor use, since they're gaming headsets that are limited by their transmitter's range, but they may also struggle in louder gaming environments like being at a competition. Also, since they're quite leaky, they won't be the ideal choice if you want to game in a quiet room and not distract those around you. However, if you do not mind the leakage level or game alone in a fairly calm environment, then they're a decent choice.
2.3Noise Isolation
Overall Attenuation : -5.7 dB
Bass : -0.08 dB
Mid : 0.23 dB
Treble : -16.94 dB
Self-Noise : 21.37 dB
The Plantronics RIG 800LX have poor isolation. In the bass range, where the rumble of airplane and bus engines sit, they achieved no isolation. They didn't achieve any isolation in the mid-range either, which is important for blocking out speech. In the treble range however, occupied by sharp sounds like S and Ts, they isolate by about 17dB, which is below-average.
4.9Leakage
Overall Leakage @ 1ft : 50.04 dB
The leakage performance is poor. The significant portion of their leakage is spread between 400Hz and 6KHz, which is a broad range. This results in a leakage that is more full-bodied compared to that of in-ears and earbuds. The overall level of the leakage is relatively loud too. With the music at 100dB SPL, their leakage at 1 foot away averages at about 50dB SPL, and peaks at 66dB SPL, which is noticeably louder than the noise floor of most offices.
7.6Microphone
Integrated : No
In-line : No
Boom : Yes
Detachable Boom : No
The Plantronics RIG 800LX have a good microphone. In quiet environments, speech recorded or transmitted with this boom mic will sound a tad thin, and slightly lacking in detail and airiness. But it won't be muffled and will be quite easy to understand. In noisy situations, they do a very good job of separating speech from background noise, even in loud environments, like a subway station or a gaming competition.
7.1Recording Quality
LFE : 409.04 Hz
FR Std. Dev. : 1.98 dB
HFE : 6358.31 Hz
Weighted THD : 0.166
Gain : 21.47 dB
The Plantronics 800LX's microphone has a decent recording quality. The bass response is lacking by about 5dB between 100Hz and 400Hz, and there's no bass present below 100Hz. The results in a recorded/transmitted speech that sounds a little thin, but it won't be very noticeable. The HFE (high-frequency extension) of 6.4KHz means that speech will lack a little bit of detail and airiness, but it won't be too muffled. Overall, it will be quite easy to understand, since speech intelligibility is mostly dependent on the 500Hz-4KHz range.
8.1Noise Handling
Speech + Subway Noise :
The boom microphone of the RIG 800LX is very good at noise handling. In our SpNR test, they achieved a speech-to-noise ratio of around 30dB. This means they will be able to separate speech from ambient noise to a very good degree even in loud environments, like a subway station.
7.0Active Features
The Plantronics 800LX have a long 24.7 hr battery life, which makes them a good choice for gaming marathons or for really long listening sessions. You can also use them while they are charging and they have a fairly long standby time but no auto-off feature, which is a little disappointing. They also take quite a bit of time to charge, although it's about average for most gaming headsets. Unfortunately, they do not have any software support for added customization options so they won't have the flexibility and microphone controls that some of the other gaming headsets in their price range have like the Astro A20, Corsair Void RGB or Logitech G533.
7.8Battery
Battery Life : 24.7 hrs
Charge Time : 3.2 hrs
Power Saving Feature : Standby mode
Audio while charging : Yes
Passive Playback : No
These headphones have a good battery life. They have about 24hrs of continuous playback on average which should be more than enough for most gaming sessions. You can also use them while they are charging so you will rarely run out of battery if you're close to a power source like when gaming on PC. Unfortunately, they take quite a bit of time to charge at 3.2 hours and do not automatically power down when inactive. On the upside, they do have a fairly long standby time and a quick 30-minute charge will give you about 3 hours of playback.
0App Support
iOS : N/A
Mac OS : N/A
Equalizer : N/A
ANC control : N/A
Mic Control : N/A
Playback control : N/A
Button Mapping : N/A
These headphones do not have any compatible software for added customization options.
4.7Connectivity
The Plantronics RIG 800LX have only one connection option that's limited to their transmitter dongle. The dongle is also only compatible with the Xbox One (the LX variant is one of the best headsets for Xbox One we've tested) or the PS4 (the HS variant: Plantronics RIG 800HS) depending on the console variant you chose. On the upside, both variants are compatible with PCs, and the transmitter dongle has a good wireless range and a low latency connection that's suitable for gaming and watching movies.
0Bluetooth
Multi-Device Pairing : N/A
NFC Pairing : N/A
These headphones are not Bluetooth compatible. If you want a gaming headset with Bluetooth support, check out the Turtle Beach Stealth 700 or the SteelSeries Arctis 9X especially if you mostly play on the Xbox One.
0Wired
Analog Audio : N/A
USB Audio : N/A
PS4 Compatible : N/A
Xbox One Compatible : N/A
PC Compatible : N/A
These headphones do not come with an audio cable that you can use without the transmitter dongle. If you want a gaming headset with an audio cable, then consider the SteelSeries Arctis 7.
5.1Base/Dock
Optical Input : No
Line In : No
Line Out : No
USB Input : Yes
RCA Input : No
PS4 Compatible : Audio + Microphone
Xbox One Compatible : Audio + Microphone
PC Compatible : Audio + Microphone
Power Supply : USB
Dock Charging : No
These headphones come with a simple, console specific USB transmitter. They have only one input which is their non-detachable USB cable and you can switch between PC or console mode on the transmitter. Unfortunately, the base does not work across platforms so you won't be able to switch between your PS4 and Xbox One, and there is no optical input.
Update: Through user interaction, we were made aware that you have limited functionality when connecting the transmitter to the PS4 if you set the transmitter to PC mode. We've tested this setup and can confirm that it does gives you audio and microphone support but no controls. You won't be able to change the volume or microphone balance directly on the headset but having voice and audio support on the PS4, even with limited functionality, is pretty great.
8.1Wireless Range
Line of Sight Range : 110 ft
The Plantronics RIG 800LX have a good wireless range and reached up to 40ft when the dongle was obstructed and in another room, and up to 110ft in direct line of sight before any major connection drops. It's one of the better wireless ranges for a gaming headset that we've tested and it should be more than enough to comfortably game from your couch.
9.4Latency
aptX Latency : N/A
aptX(LL) Latency : N/A
The RIG 800LX only have about 33ms of delay which is barely noticeable and is more than suitable for gaming and watching movies.
- Plantronics RIG 800LX Headphones
- Base Transmitter
- USB charging cable
- Manual
Compared to other Headphones
The Plantronics RIG 800HS / 800LX is a good gaming headset with a great but flawed sound quality. They're lightweight compared to other gaming headsets, and their modular design makes them decently durable although they look a bit cheap for their price range. They have a well-balanced sound that caters to both critical listening and gaming, but unfortunately, they distort a lot in the bass range at high volumes. It's a lot worse when you select a more bass-heavy EQ which may be a deal breaker for some. They're a good choice for gaming, but they're not as versatile as some of the competing headsets below. See our recommendations for the best Xbox One gaming headsets, the best PS4 headsets, and the best wireless gaming headsets.
Both the Astro A50 and Plantronics RIG 800LX are good gaming headsets. The Astros feel more solid and are slightly more comfortable than the 800LX. Both have great audio reproduction, but you can EQ the A50s in their app, which the Plantronics are lacking. The Astro A50’s dock is superior, as it has multiple inputs and acts as a charging platform for the headphones, while the Plantronics only has a USB dongle. On the upside, they have better wireless range than the A50 and about twice the battery life, which is great.
The Plantronics RIG 800LX is a better gaming headset than the Turtle Beach Stealth 700. They have great audio reproduction and don’t feel as flimsy as the Stealth 700. Most of the parts are easily replaceable, and they have an amazing 25-hour battery life. However, the RIG 800LX don’t have the versatility of the Turtle Beach headset. You can only use it with its USB dongle, while the Stealth 700 can be used wirelessly with its dongle while streaming audio from your phone via Bluetooth. You can also use their wired connection.
The SteelSeries Arctis 9X are better performing gaming headphones, but the Plantronics RIG 800LX Wireless are more versatile since they can be used with both PS4 and Xbox One and on PC, while the 9X are designed for the Xbox One only. The RIG 800LX also have better wireless latency. On the other hand, the Arctis 9X have a nice companion app with customization options, and they are also Bluetooth compatible and don’t require a transmitter to work. Their microphone recording quality is noticeably better and their overall build feels more solid. If you only play on Xbox One, the Arctis 9X is the better option, but if you need a versatile headset, the RIG 800LX might be a better option.
Conclusion
6.6Mixed Usage
Average for mixed usage. The Plantronics RIG 800LX are a gaming headset with a well-balanced sound that's good enough for critical listening but has a lot of distortion at high volumes. They are comfortable and well-padded headphones with a modular design that makes them decently durable. They also have low latency for gaming and watching movies and a long battery life. Unfortunately, they do not block a lot of noise so they won't be the ideal headphones for gaming in loud environments and their bulky design only has one connection option, so you won't be able to use them with your phone outdoors or for sports.
8.1Critical Listening
Good for critical listening. The Plantronics 800LX are comfortable and one of the better sounding headphones that we've tested. Unfortunately, although well-balanced, their sound tends to distort heavily at high volumes, especially when selecting the preset EQ with a bit more bass. This means if you listen to your music at higher than average volumes you might be disappointed with their fairly low distortion threshold. They do a bit better with their more neutral EQ, so they are still a decent option for critical listening as long as you do not push them too hard.
5.4Commute/Travel
Poor for commuting. The RIG 800LX are not travel-friendly headphones, so they do not block a lot of noise, and they have a bulky design that doesn't fold. They're also limited by their USB transmitter so unless you use them with your laptop, on a long bus trip or flight, they will not be suitable for traveling and most commutes.
5.4Sports/Fitness
Sub-par for sports. They have a big and bulky gaming design that's not made for running and jogging. They're not stable, and they're also limited by their transmitter dongle.
6.5Office
Average for office use. They don't block a lot of noise, so you will hear what's going on around you. They also leak quite a bit so they may distract your colleagues. On the upside, they're comfortable, compatible with PCs, and they have a long battery life so you can listen to your music continuously for hours.
6.6TV
Average for home theater use. They have a balanced sound (although it does distort a lot at high volumes) and a good wireless range for most home theater set-ups. They also have a low latency suitable for watching movies, but unfortunately, they have only one connection option that's restricted to PCs or the console variant you purchased. This means, they won't be as practical for all home theater set-ups and they do not have an optical input.
7.7Gaming
Good for gaming. The RIG 800LX have a balanced sound, low latency, a convenient wireless design. They're also comfortable and decently breathable enough to wear for fairly long uninterrupted gaming sessions. Unfortunately, their sound distorts heavily at high volumes, they do not block enough noise for particularly noisy gaming environments, and they do not have any supporting software for added customization options. Overall, these headphones get the basics right for gaming but do not have the versatility or customization options of some of the other gaming headsets we've reviewed.