Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless (Black) Review
Gaming · 2021 · Black
Specdex verdict The Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless (Black) scores 82/100 — a competent mid-range pick when the price is right, but watch our cheaper-and-better alternatives below.
Corsair's Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless — 2021 gaming headset.
Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless (Black) versus its closest rivals
- +Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
- +Detachable broadcast mic
- +Console compatibility
- −Bulkier than audiophile cans
- −Game-tuned EQ
- −Software required on PC
Who's the Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless (Black) for?
Quick verdicts for the most common buyer profiles, derived from the sub-scores above.
Compute scores trail current top-tier — look at our step-up alternatives below if performance is the priority.
Battery sub-score of 86 is solid but not class-leading — fine for typical days, charging top-up likely on heavy days.
Mid-tier pricing at $149 — review whether the score-per-dollar lines up against the cheaper alternatives we recommend.
In the box
What you get when you unbox the Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless (Black).
- Headphones
- Hard travel case
- USB-C charging cable
- 3.5 mm audio cable
- Airline adapter (region-dependent)
Standard contents — region/SKU may vary; confirm at retailer.
Full score breakdown
Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Gaming headset |
| Variant | Black |
| Release year | 2021 |
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