USB or analogue headset?

Calcium1906

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Dec 17, 2012
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Hi guys

I want to get a 7.1 surround sound gaming headset but I'm not sure if i should get an analogue one (3.5mm jack) or a USB one.

I only have an onboard sound card on an ASUS P8Z77-V Deluxe motherboard and not one i've purchased and installed myself.

Is the sound card good enough that an analogue headset would perform better than a USB one or should I get a USB headset and use the drivers that came with it?

BTW I'm thinking of getting either the Plantronics Gamecom 780 or the Corsair Vengeance 1500 (both USB) or the Corsair Vengeance 1300 (Analogue). I will also welcome other recommendations below £100.

Thanks