Corsair Virtuoso Pro (PS5 Edition)
Gaming · 2023 · PS5 Edition
Audeze LCD-5
Planar magnetic
Audeze LCD-5 takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Corsair Virtuoso Pro (PS5 Edition) lands at 86 and Audeze LCD-5 at 96. That puts Audeze LCD-5 ahead by 10 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Corsair Virtuoso Pro (PS5 Edition) if…
- ✓Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
- ✓Detachable broadcast mic
- ✓Console compatibility
Pick Audeze LCD-5 if…
- ✓Reference-level detail
- ✓Well-regarded in audiophile community
- ✓Long-term ownership appeal
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testSound quality
Audeze LCD-5Tuning, detail, and staging
Audeze LCD-5 leads on sound (96 vs 86).
Noise cancelling
Corsair Virtuoso Pro (PS5 Edition)ANC strength for commute and travel
Corsair Virtuoso Pro (PS5 Edition) leads on anc (70 vs 0).
Comfort
Audeze LCD-5Long-session wearability
Audeze LCD-5 leads on comfort (88 vs 84).
Value for money
Corsair Virtuoso Pro (PS5 Edition)Specdex score per dollar at MSRP
Corsair Virtuoso Pro (PS5 Edition) more score per dollar ($199 vs $4,500).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Corsair Virtuoso Pro (PS5 Edition) | Audeze LCD-5 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Gaming headset | Planar magnetic |
| Variant | PS5 Edition | — |
| Release year | 2023 | — |
Corsair Virtuoso Pro (PS5 Edition)
- +Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
- +Detachable broadcast mic
- +Console compatibility
- −Bulkier than audiophile cans
- −Game-tuned EQ
- −Software required on PC
Audeze LCD-5
- +Reference-level detail
- +Well-regarded in audiophile community
- +Long-term ownership appeal
- −Requires amplifier (most)
- −No active noise cancellation
- −Impractical for commuting
FAQ: Corsair Virtuoso Pro (PS5 Edition) vs Audeze LCD-5
Which is better, Corsair Virtuoso Pro (PS5 Edition) or Audeze LCD-5? +
Audeze LCD-5 scores 96 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 10. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Corsair Virtuoso Pro (PS5 Edition) worth the price? +
At $199, Corsair Virtuoso Pro (PS5 Edition) delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in sound.
Is Audeze LCD-5 worth the price? +
At $4,500, Audeze LCD-5 delivers a Specdex score of 96 — strongest in battery.
Does Corsair Virtuoso Pro (PS5 Edition) or Audeze LCD-5 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 Virtuoso Pro (PS5 Edition) or Audeze LCD-5? +
Audeze LCD-5 — leads on sound (96 vs 86). Tuning, detail, and staging.
Which is better for noise cancelling, Corsair Virtuoso Pro (PS5 Edition) or Audeze LCD-5? +
Corsair Virtuoso Pro (PS5 Edition) — leads on anc (70 vs 0). ANC strength for commute and travel.