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Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless (PS5 Edition) — Gaming · 2021 · PS5 Edition
Corsair

Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless (PS5 Edition)

Gaming · 2021 · PS5 Edition

82
/ 100
From $149
VS
AirPods Max (USB-C) wins by 6
AirPods Max (USB-C) — H1 · Spatial Audio · Dynamic Head Tracking
Apple

AirPods Max (USB-C)

H1 · Spatial Audio · Dynamic Head Tracking

88
/ 100
From $549
Specdex verdict

AirPods Max (USB-C) takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless (PS5 Edition) lands at 82 and AirPods Max (USB-C) at 88. That puts AirPods Max (USB-C) ahead by 6 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless (PS5 Edition) if…

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

Pick AirPods Max (USB-C) if…

  • ✓Premium aluminum build
  • ✓Seamless Apple integration
  • ✓Head-tracked spatial audio
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Winner by scenario

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

Sound quality

AirPods Max (USB-C)

Tuning, detail, and staging

AirPods Max (USB-C) leads on sound (92 vs 82).

Noise cancelling

AirPods Max (USB-C)

ANC strength for commute and travel

AirPods Max (USB-C) leads on anc (92 vs 70).

Comfort

AirPods Max (USB-C)

Long-session wearability

AirPods Max (USB-C) leads on comfort (82 vs 80).

Value for money

Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless (PS5 Edition)

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless (PS5 Edition) more score per dollar ($149 vs $549).

Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless (PS5 Edition) 82
vs
88 AirPods Max (USB-C)

Score breakdown

Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless (PS5 Edition)
82
anc 70
sound 82
comfort 80
battery 86
features 82
AirPods Max (USB-C)
88
anc 92
sound 92
comfort 82
battery 82
features 86

Specs side-by-side

Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless (PS5 Edition) versus AirPods Max (USB-C) — full spec comparison
Spec Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless (PS5 Edition) AirPods Max (USB-C)
Type
Gaming headset
—
Variant
PS5 Edition
—
Release year
2021
—
Driver
—
40 mm dynamic
Codecs
—
AAC, SBC
Battery
—
20 h
Weight
—
384 g
Connectivity
—
BT 5.0, USB-C lossless

Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless (PS5 Edition)

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

AirPods Max (USB-C)

Pros
  • +Premium aluminum build
  • +Seamless Apple integration
  • +Head-tracked spatial audio
Cons
  • −Still uses H1 (not H2)
  • −Heavy at 384 g
  • −No power button / auto-pause

FAQ: Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless (PS5 Edition) vs AirPods Max (USB-C)

Which is better, Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless (PS5 Edition) or AirPods Max (USB-C)? +

AirPods Max (USB-C) scores 88 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 6. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless (PS5 Edition) worth the price? +

At $149, Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless (PS5 Edition) delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in battery.

Is AirPods Max (USB-C) worth the price? +

At $549, AirPods Max (USB-C) delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in anc.

Does Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless (PS5 Edition) or AirPods Max (USB-C) 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, Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless (PS5 Edition) or AirPods Max (USB-C)? +

AirPods Max (USB-C) — leads on sound (92 vs 82). Tuning, detail, and staging.

Which is better for noise cancelling, Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless (PS5 Edition) or AirPods Max (USB-C)? +

AirPods Max (USB-C) — leads on anc (92 vs 70). ANC strength for commute and travel.