UGREEN 20899 Headphone Mic Splitter, Braided 3.5mm Adapter, Gold-Plated Plugs

When a headset has one combined audio-and-microphone connection but a computer has separate sockets, this splitter bridges the two. It lets you keep using a headset you already own for listening and voice chat.

The UGREEN 20899 connects a 3.5mm TRRS headset to separate headphone and microphone 3.5mm connections on a PC or laptop. Its CTIA standard is designed for compatibility with most gaming headsets that have a built-in 3.5mm jack.

A braided nylon cable, aluminium shells and 24K gold-plated plugs complete a compact, straightforward connection for gaming, calls and other voice communications.

Key takeaways

The adapter divides a single TRRS headset connection into two TRS plugs: one for audio and one for the microphone. This is useful when a computer has distinct headphone and mic ports, allowing you to use your existing headset rather than switch to a headset made specifically for that setup.

The cable’s braided nylon jacket is tested to withstand more than 10,000 bends, while the aluminium shells and gold-plated plugs are designed to resist oxidation and corrosion. These details make the splitter a practical choice for a desk setup where a cable may be moved, coiled or unplugged regularly.

Customer feedback describes the adapter as easy to use and a simple solution, including for connecting gaming headsets. Views on audio quality are mixed, so the most useful reason to choose it is its specific connection format: one compatible headset jack to separate computer audio and microphone ports.

Who it’s for

This splitter suits anyone using a 3.5mm TRRS headset with a PC or laptop that has separate headphone and microphone sockets. It can serve for gaming chat, video calls and VoIP communication, as well as listening to stereo audio through the same headset. It makes sense if you want to continue using a compatible headset instead of buying a separate one solely for a computer’s two-port connection.

It is also a useful option for a shared or flexible desk, where a headset may be connected for a call or game and removed afterwards. The adapter’s two distinct plugs make the audio and microphone connections clear, while the grey braided cable keeps the connection simple to manage alongside other desk cables.

How to use it

Connect the headset’s 3.5mm TRRS plug to the splitter’s female socket first. Then connect the two TRS plugs to the computer’s corresponding headphone and microphone ports. Following this order is important: connecting the headset to the splitter before plugging it into the PC helps the microphone port work as intended.

Once connected, the headset can be used for stereo listening and voice communication through the computer. Check that the audio and microphone plugs are in their matching ports, particularly when setting up the cable again after moving a laptop or changing desks. The splitter is intended for headsets with a built-in 3.5mm jack and a CTIA connection standard.

Final verdict

The UGREEN 20899 is a focused solution for a common connection mismatch: a single-plug headset and a computer with separate audio and microphone sockets. Its clear TRRS-to-dual-TRS layout, braided cable and durable plug and shell materials make it well suited to everyday PC gaming, calls and voice chat with a compatible headset.