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Bose QC45 — Over-ear · 2021
Bose

Bose QC45

Over-ear · 2021

88
/ 100
From $329
VS
Bose QC45 wins by 2
Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black) — Gaming · 2023 · Black
Corsair

Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black)

Gaming · 2023 · Black

86
/ 100
From $199
Specdex verdict

Bose QC45 takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Bose QC45 lands at 88 and Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black) at 86. That puts Bose QC45 ahead by 2 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Bose QC45 if…

  • ✓Flagship comfort + ANC on modern models
  • ✓Premium build
  • ✓Active noise cancellation (most models)

Pick Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black) if…

  • ✓Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
  • ✓Detachable broadcast mic
  • ✓Console compatibility
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Sound quality

Bose QC45

Tuning, detail, and staging

Bose QC45 leads on sound (88 vs 86).

Noise cancelling

Bose QC45

ANC strength for commute and travel

Bose QC45 leads on anc (86 vs 70).

Comfort

Bose QC45

Long-session wearability

Bose QC45 leads on comfort (87 vs 84).

Value for money

Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black)

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black) more score per dollar ($199 vs $329).

Bose QC45 88
vs
86 Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black)

Score breakdown

Bose QC45
88
anc 86
sound 88
comfort 87
battery 82
features 84
Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black)
86
anc 70
sound 86
comfort 84
battery 86
features 86

Specs side-by-side

Bose QC45 versus Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black) — full spec comparison
Spec Bose QC45 Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black)
Type
Over-ear
Gaming headset
Release year
2021
2023
Variant
—
Black

Bose QC45

Pros
  • +Flagship comfort + ANC on modern models
  • +Premium build
  • +Active noise cancellation (most models)
Cons
  • −Battery varies by codec
  • −Some are Bluetooth-only
  • −Price creep vs previous gen

Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black)

Pros
  • +Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
  • +Detachable broadcast mic
  • +Console compatibility
Cons
  • −Bulkier than audiophile cans
  • −Game-tuned EQ
  • −Software required on PC

FAQ: Bose QC45 vs Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black)

Which is better, Bose QC45 or Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black)? +

Bose QC45 scores 88 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 2. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Bose QC45 worth the price? +

At $329, Bose QC45 delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in sound.

Is Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black) worth the price? +

At $199, Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black) delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in sound.

Does Bose QC45 or Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black) last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for sound quality, Bose QC45 or Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black)? +

Bose QC45 — leads on sound (88 vs 86). Tuning, detail, and staging.

Which is better for noise cancelling, Bose QC45 or Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black)? +

Bose QC45 — leads on anc (86 vs 70). ANC strength for commute and travel.