CORSAIR - HS35 v3 Wireless Over-the-Ear Gaming Headset for PC,PS5,PS4, Nintendo Switch and Mobile - Carbon

Corsair has been by far my favorite brand of gamer headphones over the past several years, this being my 3rd wireless pair. Of all the Corsair headphones I’ve owned, this one seems to be the most straightforward setup. By that I mean its true plug and play, no software needed to install. You can update the firmware by going to their site and checking straight from the browser and running it from there. I really like the option of not needing to depend on an app to function correctly. Let me start by saying why Corsair is my favorite brand of gamer headphones. First, they include Dolby Atmos in their headsets (at least all the ones I’ve seen and used). This is a great feature that I have not found in any other headset, I love it for games like the Call of Duty series or other 1st person shooters that support Dolby 3D spatial sound, which is a huge advantage when playing multiplayer. Other headsets that “support” Atmos you must pay for the Dolby license in Windows, Corsair includes it automatically with their headsets! Second, I LOVE the range of their headsets, at least with the HS series. I use my headset for gaming and for work. Quite often I walk around the house and can still be clearly connected to meetings or talking with friends on Discord without getting any static or dead signals. My house is a one-story 2500 sq/ft home, and I have been able to walk around the entire house while still having a consistent signal, something not doable with other brands. I was skeptical with this being more of an entry level headphone set that it might not be able to achieve it, but it has impressed me! Lastly, I look at comfort and fitting, these are lightweight compared to my previous ones, which does feel much better on the head after hours of gaming. You don’t really notice until you wear a lighter headset, but it’s a nice bonus having a lighter accessory on my head. The downside is that there is usually a small battery, but I’ve been able to consistently get at least a couple of days out of a charge with mixed usage. Now for other experiences regarding this specific headset, I’ll discuss the pros and cons. Starting with the additional pros, I like dongle, its both usb C & A so much more compatible with devices these days, with the option to charge and be connected at the same time. The cable is reasonably long and works well for my desktop to use. The design is simple, not an overcomplicated one with many buttons to remember… Just a power button, volume rocker, and charging port….hard to get confused with that. The mic is detachable, which I’m still out on the jury for. I like have a permanently attached mic, but one that can be well-hidden when not needed. I don’t like taking apart my headphones, but I can see the benefit for some people. Now for the cons…I’m not a fan of the confirmation voice on the headset, when muting or connecting. Its nice to hear the actual confirmation of whats happening, but when the voice talks briefly, it mutes everything else. If I unmute or mute during a game or meeting, I don’t want to miss out on that brief audible information. I prefer a quick sound to let me know when I’m connected or unmuting. The volume rocker can be questionable at times, I notice if I try to “step” up or down the volume such as clicking it 3 times in the desired direction, it does not work. It needs to be held down in order to get results, otherwise it will usually just not do anything. Also, the mic always defaults to ON when turned back on. I wish it would remember the last setting used, not a big deal but I like to be muted by default to avoid any accidents. And lastly, it appears there is some type of power saving mode, but I’m not sure how well it works. My first 2 days I started using the headset, I only used it briefly the first day after a full charge, let it sit without turning it off, and when I went to go use it again on the 3rd day, it immediately told me the battery was low. So that is just something to be conscious about, with my other Corsair headsets, they had a good sleep/power saving mode that would kick in. This headset is overall a really good value IMO. The sound is not quite as rich and full as the higher end Corsair models, but you have to pay extra for that. For my gaming experiences, it sounds pretty good and the spatial sound is fantastic. Corsair does make quality hardware for their headsets, but I do notice that the cloth and foam material that goes around the ears has a tendency to fall apart easily with time. I’m hoping they’ve improved the quality of that as the hardware seems to last much longer than ear cushions, because that is the only thing stopping many years of usage out of their products. To summarize, I’ll give the following scores to this headset, which in my opinion, at this price point is amazing. I def recommend this set if you are looking for a quality headset at an affordable price. Sound Quality 7/10 Wireless Range (Dongle) 10/10 Comfort 8/10

Corsair HS35 v3 Wireless Over-the-Ear Gaming Headset The Corsair HS35 v3 Wireless Headset is a lightweight [8.82 ounces (250g)] and versatile gaming headset featuring 50mm neodymium drivers, with a frequency response of 20 - 20,000 Hz, tri-mode connectivity, and a battery life of up to 30 hours, perfect for multi-platform gaming and extended play sessions. This is a no-nonsense, no over-engineering, just a straightforward gaming headset. Specifications • Drivers: Custom 50mm neodymium • Frequency response: 20Hz – 20kHz • Impedance: 32 Ohms • Microphone: Detachable omnidirectional • Microphone frequency response: 100Hz – 10kHz • Connectivity: 2.4GHz wireless, Bluetooth, USB wired • Battery life: Up to 30 hours • Weight: ~250g • Compatibility: PC, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, Mac, mobile The headset's suspension-style headband ensures even weight distribution and reduces pressure on the top of your head, enhancing comfort when paired with fabric ear cushions. Its lightweight construction makes it feel nearly invisible during gaming sessions. While primarily made of plastic, the build quality is sturdy enough for daily use and doesn't seem cheap. The earcups are noticeably roomy, enabling your ears to sit comfortably without pressing against the padding. The clamp strength is sufficient to secure the headset without being distracting. The ear cups offer good breathability, reducing heat buildup during extended use. The headset supports 2.4GHz wireless gaming, Bluetooth for daily activities, and a wired USB connection as a backup. Its included USB dongle, a compact USB-C transmitter that fits into a larger USB-A adapter, boosts versatility. This small feature greatly increases compatibility across different devices without needing additional adapters. However, given the trend of lighter, slimmer laptops with mostly USB-C ports, an adapter from USB-A to USB-C would have been a helpful addition. A key limitation is that, although it provides three connection modes, they cannot be used at the same time. For instance, you can’t remain connected to your phone via Bluetooth while gaming on 2.4GHz. Instead, you’ll have to switch modes based on your current needs. The HS35 v3 Wireless clearly prioritizes clarity over immersion, aligning with its intended audience. In gaming, it performs well: footsteps, dialogue, and directional cues are distinct, with a slight emphasis on the midrange to enhance intelligibility. The highs provide sufficient definition without harshness, and the bass remains controlled without overwhelming the overall sound. The soundstage is practical but not very wide, which becomes more noticeable outside gaming. Enabling Dolby Atmos on PC improves spatial awareness but doesn’t significantly alter the headset's overall tone. For music and media, the limitations are more apparent—lacking the depth and richness of pricier models—but this is an intentional trade-off, as the headset is tuned primarily for gaming, with other media as a secondary focus. The detachable microphone aligns with what you’d expect at this tier. It provides clear voice quality for in-game chat and calls, though it doesn't offer any standout features. The HS35 v3 Wireless offers up to 30 hours of battery life, and in practice, it performs quite close to this duration. When using the 2.4GHz connection at moderate volumes—around 50 percent—you can expect nearly the advertised battery life. Increasing the volume will naturally shorten the battery life, but the decline is consistent and predictable. Using Bluetooth may slightly extend battery life rather than decrease it, which is common for this type of headset, as low-latency 2.4GHz connections typically consume more power. I used this headset on my PS5, with several PC games, and in chats like Discord. I had no complaints, and it performs well within its intended range. If you're looking for a comfortable, lightweight, and versatile wireless headset that covers the essentials effectively, this is a good choice.

Unpacking and First Impressions - These arrived well packed in a eco friendly recycleable box. Given the price of the headset, I had average expecations for build quality, comfort for extended use or audio quality. I was pleasantly suprised by this set as they exceeded what I expected in every possible way. Daily Use - I have been using this headset every day for a combination of meetings, listening to music and of course some gaming in the late evenings. The adjustable floating headband on this headset was simple to dial in and the low overall weight of this setup makes it extrememly comforable to wear for long periods of time. I am no stranger to gaming headsets and have owned many pairs of them at various price ranges. These are a stellar value at the price. Audio quality - 50mm Tuned drivers produce plenty of bass and mids, treble and other high frequencies were a bit flat but overall the audio is better than expected on music and watching movies. Spoken audio and meeting use is excellent and the Mic performs well. I noticed on recording myself and playing it back that I do sound a bit "tinny" and the small omni headphone does not capture the lower pitch in my voice well but that is generally true of all small mic formats like the included one on the majority of gaming headsets I have used. The mic is omnidirectional but does not pick on stray sounds extensively if they are more than 6-8 feet away. Connectivity - "TRI-MODE" connectivity = 2.4GHZ Dongle (low latency ), Wired, Bluetooth. In short - you can connect them to almost anything. PC, Mac, You phone, Every modern gaming console. The only caveat I found was that if they are connected to the dongle, they cannot hot switch to Bluetooth on another device. Ease of Use - I love to try to fully use something without reading the manual to test "how easy is it to use". I was able to figure out the controls, charging state and how to sync these to a device without any instructions. I did end up checking the quick start guide to figure out how to mode flip between dongle and Bluetooth.( Press the MFB button quickly twice). For me that gives this a high score for ease of use and setup. Best Features - VERY lightweight and Comfortable Wireless Adaptor (2.4ghz) with low profile included for laptop use. Detachable Boom mic - GREAT ! - sometimes you just want to use them as headphones ! Room for Improvement - Including a case would have been a nice touch however these are not travel oriented.

Simple plug and play: First off I love the simple unboxing Corsair gives you - Headset in its separate wrap and ALL the cables and wireless receiver in a small cardboard box. It was also ready as soon as I turned it on (Windows 11 didn’t require any extra setup on my end) mic is optional and removable and also sounded great without any further setup. Same goes for the controls! No toggles that I can never truly work out. Just a simple wheel for the volume and microphone. Feeling the materials around the headset I got the sense that it's obviously not trying to hide being plastic and that's preferable for me as the headset only weighs 250g (the headband can also be adjusted) It's megaaa comfortable for a wireless headset! Sure you're missing out on premium materials but often I would just rather wear something lighter. It's also held up well in terms of general summer humidity if you're dealing with that as well. This might be a weird comparison but I also own a pair of Beats Studio Pro which weigh 260g but I find the Corsair headset at 250g much more comfortable especially long term. In terms of sound quality I either just used it stock (out the box they sound shockingly good) or you can install Dolby Access. Didn't try Dolby much as their Windows app is super lackluster, but hey it never hurts to have it as an extra. So yeah the sound quality in general was great. Clear slight bass, decent vocals, and they get plenty loud. Certainly exceeding my expectations in this regard for a $79 wireless gaming headset. Microphone is also clear with no extra gimmicks. Battery life was weird to test - so Corsair says 30 hours of battery life on 50% volume. I for one never track my volume but I was getting a solid 4-6 days on an average week with these. They also charge decently fast. No complaints. Much more expensive pairs will have better battery life with often better charging solutions like stations, but sometimes simple is just better in the end. In terms of range the headset only disconnected when I left my apartment so it passes most realistic use cases for me. I also appreciate that it had no problems connecting right back up without fail when it was back in range. So yeah it's perfect for those times you need to grab that food order :p That's about it. I think you got the idea - it's a simple well priced wireless gaming headset that gets all the fundamentals right. Beyond this review I will keep using this as my main gaming audio - if you value the simple fundamentals done right like I do then you will also enjoy the HS 35 v3. Easily recommended!

I have used a lot of Corsair accessories over the years, and the HS35 v3 model continues in its footprints. Overall, I think it’s a good headset and one I would recommend to the average gamer. The one thing I feel Corsair is missing is giving it a more premium look and feel. I like the all black design, but it looks very similar to previous models. It not a bad thing because the quality has always been there, but I do wish it stood out a little more. Unboxing and setup were simple just like any other gaming headset. I connected it to my PlayStation 5 using the included 2.4 GHz USB dongle, and it was ready to go. It also supports Bluetooth for devices, but I typically stick with the 2.4 GHz connection on my PlayStation because I get better range and reliability. My gaming and PC setup is in the basement, and I can walk upstairs while staying connected without any issues (I get thirsty alright…) I plug it into the front of my PlayStation because my console sits behind my monitor, and I have found that front USB ports generally give me the best wireless performance. Another connectivity option that I like is that you can simply plug in the headset to use the headset and it allows playing while charging. Corsair includes a USB C to USB A cable, so if the battery gets low, you can plug it directly into your PlayStation and keep gaming or just consistently use it if you don’t want to be wireless. The headset is comfortable to wear. I wear glasses, and I never had the ear cushions interfere or start affecting me after extends amount of time. The mic is good and my friends don’t complain about it back feeding or not being clear. The headset has performed well in every game I’ve tried. Even though I wish the design felt a little more premium, the Dolby Atmos and 50 mm drivers provide immersive sound that is right where I would expect it to be. I also like that Corsair keeps things simple without adding gimmicks. Compatibility is great. It works with PlayStation, PC, and Nintendo Switch. I don’t have acces to test it with Xbox other than a PC, and Corsair doesn’t list Xbox compatibility on this version. Personally, I usually buy headsets designed specifically for the console I use, and in this case it works exactly as I expected with my PlayStation while still giving me the ability to use it with my other devices. One last thing to mention is the microphone. It has a slightly different design than some previous Corsair headsets. It’s detachable and if you remove it, just be careful not to misplace it. Overall, this is a well performing headset that most gamers will be happy with. It sounds good, is comfortable for long gaming, has a variety of connectivity options, and can connect to multiple devices. My only real complaint is that I wish Corsair gave it a more updated design.