Customer Ratings & Reviews

I’ve had almost every iteration of the HS80, from the original to the Max to now the v2 Max. They’ve always been some of my favorite headsets, but were not without their flaws. The v2 Max makes some nice improvements and the simultaneous 2.4GHz/Bluetooth is a great addition, but it does have some flaws of its own. Included with the HS80 v2 Max is a 2.4GHz dongle and a USB-A to USB-C charging cable. The build quality is very good, similar to previous iterations of this headset. The headset is mostly plastic and pretty lightweight. The earcups can rotate flat and the microphone is flip-to-mute. All of these mechanisms feel solid and I don’t have any concerns about durability here. I did have issues with my hair getting caught up in the microphone capsule of my headset. The soft fabric material used on the earcups feels nice and provides a good amount of isolation. The earcups are also replaceable. The headset is very comfortable to wear. It clamps a little more tightly to my head than other headsets I’ve worn, but not to any degree that bothered me. The headset has 2 regular buttons; one for power and one for Bluetooth. There is also an additional button that can be activated by pressing the volume wheel in, but it doesn’t have any functionality assigned to it by default. The headset has a nice understated look in the steel gray color. The only lighting is a white/red indicator light on the microphone and RGB lighting on the small Corsair logos on each of the earcups. The HS80 v2 Max supports 2.4GHz and Bluetooth audio. The included 2.4GHz dongle looks the same as the ones I’ve seen for a while on Corsair headsets and feels a little big by today’s standards. It can be charged via the included USB cable, but wired USB audio is not supported. The original HS80 did support wired USB audio and the HS80 Max dropped that support; it’s disappointing the v2 version didn’t bring that back. Connected via the 2.4GHz dongle, I could see up to 96kHz/24-bit audio supported in Windows. Connected via Bluetooth on my Android phone, I didn’t see any special codec/low latency support. I did confirm that simultaneous 2.4GHz/Bluetooth works and did not have any issues there, though the volume wheel only works over Bluetooth if the 2.4GHz connection is not active. The Corsair iCUE software enables additional functionality. You can adjust the lighting effects, audio EQ, set the volume wheel button, and enable Nvidia Broadcast there. The headset includes a Dolby Atmos license and that does disable the EQ while it’s active. In general iCUE is okay, but I noticed some quirks while I was using the headset with it. If I closed the application I would often lose control of the mic flip to mute functionality and I’d either have to restart the software or restart the headset. I also noticed a change in the audio when iCUE was active versus when it wasn’t. This was odd because as far as I know I didn’t have any extra audio processing set through iCUE. The HS80 v2 Max sounds great. I’d describe it as an immersive experience and you get a nice amount of bass, but the details and positional audio still come through. I have been swapping between Dolby Atmos and standard stereo, depending on the game, and both sound great to me. It sounds best when iCUE is not running though. With iCUE active, the sound takes on a much louder, boomier quality. It gets plenty loud regardless, but with iCUE on it was uncomfortable to raise the volume above 20 in Windows. This does feel like a software/firmware issue that can be solved in time, but for now it’s not great since by disabling iCUE you miss out on some functionality. The microphone sounds good, if just a little compressed. It’s one of the main upgrades over the older HS80 Max, though comparing the two I didn’t really notice a big difference. This isn’t a bad thing per se, as the microphone on the older HS80 Max was great. I do wish the microphone boom was a little more flexible as I couldn’t get it as close to my mouth as I would have liked. Nvidia Broadcast is available to do things like filter out background noise and echo, though it requires an Nvidia GPU and uses GPU resources, so did not use it. The battery life on the HS80 v2 Max is listed at up to 110 hours on 2.4GHz with RGB disabled, which is almost double what the previous HS80 Max was rated for. The battery with RGB is not stated, but the RGB on this headset is so subtle that you might as well just disable it. I have not run the battery all the way down on my headset to validate that claim, but based on the battery drain I’ve seen so far I don’t anticipate needing to charge it for a couple of weeks with how often I play. Overall, despite some issues, I do still like the HS80 v2 Max a lot. It's a great-sounding headset with a nice microphone. In general most of my current issues feel software/firmware related and I’m hoping Corsair can get that sorted out soon.

I have been using the HS80 v2 Max as my new daily driver replacing my long running Virtuoso Wireless XTs. While I do love both, the HS80 edges out my older ones due to the great sound and mic. In the box is the headset itself, USB A to C cable and the USB receiver. Using iCue software and plugging in the headset and receiver will auto detect and install everything for you quickly to get up and running. When I first held the headset in my hand I was worries about fitment on my big ol head because there is no usual adjust sliders I am used to. Instead it is large enough to fit most everyone and the inner headband can be used to make sure they fit perfectly. Comfort is top notch with the memory foam over the ear cups and over long sessions of gaming, I have never felt uncomfortable. I love the EQ setting where I can adjust to my personal preferences and everything sounds perfect from gaming to streaming movies. When I logged into Discord to chat with my buddies, I did my standard greetings to everyone and everyone quickly said, Hey did you get a new mic??? After saying yeah, I asked how did it sound and the whole group said better than my old one (Virtuoso) and sounded much clearer. Huge thumbs up to Corsair for that. If you need a great wireless headset, I would say look no further. I absolutely love the HS80s.

For context, I play some Valorant, Overwatch, World of Warcraft, Diablo. I don't compose, but I am a 15 year experienced pianoist that enjoys classical. That being said, this headset is probably more geared torwards gamers. Opening the box, putting on the USB receiver and updating my iCUE software was pretty straight forward. I do recommend adding NVIDIA Broadcast to your iCUE, I like it, but I do know it has mixed reviews online. Set up your microphone gain at least +1, in my opinion, and change the lights how you like it. Once all that was set up, I took the headphone for a spin and I love it. The ear cushions was comfortable, wasn't overbearing. I do have a big head for most headphones, this was similar that it felt tight and I felt some fatigue after wearing it for 4 hours. No more and no less than other headphones. The sound quality can be adjusted via iCUE's equalizer. I really enjoyed that. I think as a purist we often don't like to adjust the equalizer too much, but as a competitive FPS gamer, the default "FPS Competition" equalizer setting was pretty good out of the box. You can hear foot steps behind walls, almost inhuman ability to kno where your target is, pretty good. I was very pleased with the precision and the ability to adjust the qualizer. After some gaming I did a little bass boost to watch some movies, wasn't amazing but wasn't bad. Felt some of the dialogue/speech muddled slightly but definitely above average in quality. Go with the Movie Theater, retains the dialogue more but less boom. For classical music I had to build my own equalizer, really good. Some mids were less clear when bass was heavy, but I don't think most people would notice. The Atmos positinoing otherwise was pretty fun to use, but will bother the purists. Microphone was a hit or miss, some of my friends liked it, some of my friends didn't. I felt it was about average. I do like the NVIDIA broadcast, a few people said I sounded less like myself, but didn't describe exactly in what way, but overall very subtle and still excellent. The build itself was average. I'm a little worried about the rubbery microphone boom. Not sure how durable that is, only time will tell. The plastic cups feel ok but you can feel it's plastic. Small nitpick, but I understand the objective was to keep the cups light but feel premium at the same time, is a hard feat. Overall, I would recommend to friends. It's a safe, customizable headset. Some people may not like that downloading the software part of the deal, it does take up hard drive space and memory space, etc. But it makes up for it with the nice customizability on the fly, nice sound quality, some nice features like Nvidia broadcast, and overall fleshed out package. Would recommend / buy again.

are hands down my favorite gaming headsets ever. I've owned at least four over the past 15 years, tried other brands, and nothing compares. As an owner of the original HS80, this series has been my favorite. All of my headsets are gaming headsets, and as you can probably tell from the title, I like to play FPS games and these headsets make a huge difference. Let me share some personal experience on what sets Corsair's headsets apart from the competition. First, the sound quality is great out of the box. No tuning, equalizing, or custom adjustments needed, it just sounds good. I've used other premium headsets in-game, and they sound flat with limited sound range. Corsair's are rich across the sound spectrum, which leads me to my next favorite feature: Dolby Atmos. As far as I know, these are the only headsets that include Dolby Atmos for free. With other headsets, you have to pay a monthly fee to use it Dolby feature, but with Corsair headsets, its included automatically, no extra charge. If you're not familiar, Dolby Atmos provides a more in-depth 3D sound environment, which is great when moving through multi-level maps or pinpointing the direction of gunfire. I’ve been playing a lot of Modern Warfare 2 getting ready for the new version and so far I’ve been impressed, even with a bar set already high. Third, Corsair headsets have the best wireless range. I can't emphasize how much I appreciate this. I use my headset for both gaming and work (I work from home), and every other headset I've tried starts crackling and fading out just a short distance from my office, which is a big problem when I'm in meetings and need to step away. When gaming, getting cut off while talking to friends is incredibly frustrating. Every Corsair headset I've owned has exceeded the range of competing brands, even Corsair's own entry and mid-level models. I can be in one corner of my house, walk to the far corner or even the garage on the other side, through bedrooms and several walls, and still communicate without issue. When I saw the V2 was coming out, I was excited, since my V1 was physically worn out. Some other notable features: the battery life, 110 hours, which is insane. That's over four straight days of usage on a single charge. Plus, a 15-minute quick charge gives you six hours of use. The V2's style is similar to the original but a bit sleeker. I like the lights on the mic (3-pronged design), and the simplicity of the two buttons, power on one side, Bluetooth on the other, no chance of confusing them. This headset also gets very loud. I haven't even needed to go past halfway volume. Some headsets you have to crank to 90% or higher just to hear footsteps, but not this one. Also, for those who don't know, the dual connection (2.4 GHz and Bluetooth) lets you stay connected to two devices simultaneously, which is really convenient. Now, the things I'm not a fan of, which is a shorter list. First, Corsair headsets don't seem to last long in terms of the ear cushions, not the functionality. My other premium Corsair headsets, including the original HS80, started falling apart after about 2–3 years of average use (roughly 3–8 hours per week). It gets bad enough that I've had to use super glue just to keep the pads on so I can keep using them. Even so, I'd still rather use those falling-apart Corsairs than newer, nicer-looking competitors. I really hope Corsair fixed that with this version. Once the cushions deteriorate, they look pretty rough, but they still sound great. The other thing I've noticed is that while the headset is comfortable overall, after about two hours of wear it starts feeling tight around my ears, and I get mild soreness when I take them off. I'm not sure if there's a way to relieve the pressure or if it's just the firmness of the pads, but I've noticed it a couple of times already. Not a dealbreaker for me, but worth mentioning. I've loosened the headband to extend the fit as much as possible, but I haven’t seen if there is a way to loosen the tightness any. One thing to note, this model doesn't include a USB-C dongle option, which I found odd since Corsair offers both USB-A and USB-C dongles on some of their newer headsets. Not a dealbreaker, I still have plenty of USB-A ports. Overall, this is a welcome addition to my gaming setup, and I look forward to using these even more in the future. Props to Corsair for consistently making great products, I just hope they address the ear-cushion durability and fit on future versions.

Getting everything up and running was painless right out of the box. Wireless headsets can sometimes be a headache with pairing and firmware, so I took a few minutes to dial things in before jumping into a game. The stretchy suspension strap took a little fiddling at first, but the Velcro tabs make finding a comfortable fit easy. From there, setup was smooth. I plugged the USB dongle into my PC, powered it on and installed the desktop app. Then I was prompted to enable the Nvidia AI audio features before firing up Forza. I did have a chat with some fellow racers and even though the tv was on in the background they could not hear anything but me which was great in that it actually worked as advertised. For everyday gaming, it is quick and dependable. It links to the PC within a couple of seconds of powering on, and audio sounds great right away without needing to mess with sound profiles or sliders. In Forza, the engine audio felt punchy and immersive, and voices came through crisp and distinct. The surround sound was very realistic and clear—honestly one of the best I have heard. Every sound felt directional, which is the whole point. Dual connectivity is another great feature. Being connected to both my PC and phone simultaneously lets me run races while streaming music or taking phone calls without pausing or taking the headset off. I also used it through an 8-hour workday of calls. The ear cups are some of the most comfortable ones I have used to date, and the suspension strap completely removes tension from the top of your head. Just keep in mind that the frame sits wide enough that it makes your head look noticeably bigger on video calls. Battery life is stellar if you leave the RGB off, easily stretching to nearly two weeks of regular use. If you do prefer lights, the Corsair logo is simple to customize with subtle accents that add some personality without being obnoxious. The flip-to-mute mic works reliably. Just flip down to talk, flip up to mute. Friends and coworkers confirmed I sounded clear with no background room noise slipping through when on a voice call. The light ring on the mic tip is great for checking mute status at a glance, though having a glowing light right near your mouth can be a bit distracting on video calls. Cons: • Key assignments require iCUE running and do not save to onboard memory. • Auto-sleep timer can be changed in iCUE, but the setting doesn't carry over to devices without the software. • Clamping force causes temple squeeze after three to four hours. • Non-detachable boom microphone. Conclusion: With the RGB lighting turned off, the battery easily lasts two weeks of regular use. Between having the best sound profile and the most comfortable ear pads I have used to date, it nails the core performance essentials where it counts. The wireless connection lets me move all over the house without drops but make no mistake: this is definitely a gaming headset. It is not something I would wear out on a walk or pack for travel when there are better portable options for that. As long as you do not mind taking brief breaks during 4+ hour sessions to relieve temple pressure, and do not rely on software settings carrying over to locked-down work machines, it is a very solid headset for gaming and everyday multitasking.

I am really really happy with the Corsair HS80 V2 Max wireless gaming headset. For $199 this is a great buy if you are in the market for a great gaming headset. The audio quality is top notch on both the speaker and microphone side of things. Speakers are definitely bass forward but all channels feel represented and powerful enough. You can really notice it when gaming. I’ve been on a Marathon kick recently which requires being able to hear footsteps, but also that soundtrack really kicks. I could hear both perfectly and could adjust the balance even further using the iCUE app. The Dolby Atmos integration is well worth it as I think it takes the headphones to the next level. The microphone is the first gaming headset mic that I feel doesn’t need the foam ball on the end to deal with plosives. Which is great as my cats steal that foam ball within minutes of any new headset. So the core features are great, but the extra features are great too. I always like simultaneous audio on a headset as I like to have Discord on my phone and the game playing via 2.4GHz. The battery life is exceptional. I ended up playing multiple 4 hour sessions of online games with friends and didn’t hit a low battery warning. Eventually I just decided to charge them just to be safe. The comfort is a mixed bag that is mostly positive. The headset is really comfortable and for most people I think you won’t have any issues. However I have a watermelon-sized head so I did feel that after 4 hours or so of playing I would start to feel them clamping my head a bit. So it’s definitely a me and the big head community issue and probably not something you’ll have to deal with. There are a few cons with the first being that it supports all systems except Xbox. Not a problem for me but could be for you. I also wish there was mic monitoring (at least I wasn’t able to find a setting for it in iCUE). I like to be able to hear my own voice in the headset so that I’m not yelling into the mic. Overall though this is a fantastic gaming headset at a great price. It gets you everything you need and more. The cons are few and specific so I have no problem recommending this to folks looking to buy a gaming headset in this price range. Pros: Excellent speakers Mic is crystal clear with flip up to mute mic Simultaneous audio (bluetooth to phone while connected to PC via 2.4GHz) Long battery life, with auto-shutoff Mostly comfortable yet feel durable Cons: Supports everything except Xbox For a big big head like mine they can start to feel a little tight during long gaming sessions No mic monitoring (passing your own voice back through)

I got these to replace an aging g set I had. I have like this companies mice, keyboards, and ram memory for years, so I figured I'd ⁸give these a try. They are in the middle price range for gaming headsets with many more expensive, and several down below price wise. Out of the box, these have a very reasonable build feel to them, fairly durable with soft cushions for the ears. The fit well and adjust easily, and the bads seem to breath pretty well. Setup with the software was simple, and they are nvidia friendly, meant to work with their software and help create a 3d layout feel to your gaming. I utilize the 2.4ghz setting on my headsets the most, and so far, this set impresses. I generally only game for an hour or so a day, these are light and do that easily the sound is crisp with a low end punch that does not muffle. I do have the atmos features activated on my computer and man, does that work well. You can hear shots wiz buy from left to right coming from behind to in front. The doppler effect is great. These seem to fit right in the price point space of their competitors, and the sound does not dissapoint. The buttons and tactile feel on them is good, no noted delay when they are used. I messed around with the rgb lights on this, they work well, a lot of settings to tinker with, but I usually run without. The battery life looks good on paper, and so far I think their time on battery is accurate. I estimate around 80 hours easy, likely more. Overall, this is a good headset. I cannot deduct any points for this. Five stars and reccomended.

Corsair has another extremely solid headset on their hands here with the HS80 V2 Max. I went from a higher tier of headset to this one, (easily 30+% increase in cost) and I cannot legitimately tell the difference in sound at all! Pros - Crazy long battery life, multiple days of gaming easily without worrying about plugging it in. Very comfortable, once you get the head strap adjusted, even with my extra large head. iCUE used to be a negative, but it has gotten so much better in recent years that I’m a fan. Overall sound quality is superb, played/tested on some DoTA2, BL4, and BF6. I always felt like I was hearing exactly what was going on around me, and I never missed an audio queue. Cons - The only con I’ve encountered is that the top head pad and ear pads make my head extra sweaty, but they’re so comfy once adjusted that I think I’ll just use my fan more near my PC to keep my head cool during longer gaming sessions Overall Corsair has another winner, this V2 Max is comfortable, sounds amazing, and has stellar battery life. Easily recommended!