The Corsair HS80 USB, HS55 and HS65 Surround are some of the best gaming headsets I've tested in 2022. They keep improving on price, performance and microphone quality...FINALLY.
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TIMESTAMPS
0:00 - The NEW Corsair Headsets
0:36 - All about HS55 Stereo
2:04 - The Godmode Cable
2:34 - TWO main issues with HS55
2:59 - All about HS65 Surround
4:33 - SoundID Technology Explained
5:40 - All about HS80 RGB USB
7:59 - Microphone Test (HS55 / HS65 / HS80)
10:25 - Eber's Favorite Pair
11:22 - Audio Gaming Performance
12:59 - Dolby Audio with HS65 Surround
13:33 - Hi-Res Audio with HS80 RGB USB
14:37 - Which one is the best?
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That mic audio from HS80 and HS65 sounds amazing... first time I couldn't hear the difference between the studio mic.
Honestly! amazing!
You should record music with that mic then 🤣🤣🤣
Yeah it seemed suspicious to me. Didn’t Dimitryi recorded this with studio mic accidentaly?
@@Rosaslav that’s what I’m thinking
I was thinking there was an error in editing... I played back and forth comparing audio from 3:40 vs 8:05... I couldn't tell the difference in quality with my SHP9500.
Those microphone samples on the HS65 and 80 are outstanding!
Damn those microphones sound insanely good, it still boggles my mind that some new headsets coming out have mics that sound like they're from a MW2 COD lobby 😂
that's because compression over the internet, he is recording it on high quality but if he uses it in the same in-game voice chat is gonna sound weaker.
@@DarkP1 nah. In some headsets, the compression is built in
I think a lot of the problem is the kids using the microphones put them literally on their mouth and blow out the levels.
@@bobdobbs7828 xxx
Wired will always sound better than wireless, also on console you can't use the software to make mics (Like arctis pro wireless or Audeze Penrose) sound good.
I did even realize you had switched to the HS80's mic at first. That's outstanding mic quality! HS65 seems nearly identical. Very impressive.
Yeah it’s super impressive. I had to do a double take while editing lol -D.
@@HardwareCanucks how do you rate the drivers for listening to music compared to a dedicated set of headphones in the price range?
im really impressed with the mic audio from the HS80 and HS65. Would really like a review of the new Arctis Nova Pro Wireless/Non-Wireless just to see how they compare since that even though they're like twice as expensive compared to the HS80 Wireless, no one else is really doing anything like Arctis is doing in terms of how many features it has.
Please continue the gaming headsets reviews!!! I love these!!
wow i didn't even notice you were testing the mics until the hs55. that's amazing how good they sound
wauw very impressed by how good the mic is on the HS65 and HS80, they by far sound the best imo.
Bought the HS65 a week ago, the mic is superb, Im mainly using it for calls so its perfect for me. Big step up from their previous offerings.
Same here, I threw my plantronics that always get stuck on the garbage
How's the audio? read somehwere they weren't loud enough
no static?
@@omkararora I just got mine and they are loud enough. Tried with both usb and 3.5mm, I have my PC volume set to 26 right now and it's more than enough
I really like the head strap and cups on the HS80, and the mic audio was honestly incredible... but I worry USB-only will limit their usage a bit. Is it possible to use them with a phone via an OTG adapter in a pinch?
Really solid video that makes me even happier to go out and get these.
I really apreciate you puting the prices of them straight away
Thanks, great review!
I just bought the hs80 thanks to this video. Can't complain, really helps me with locating footsteps in-game!!!
Did you try it in ps5
@@ahmedzain6362I’ve a ps5 too and I want to get this headset but I want to be sure it works well on Ps5
I have always been a fan of Corsair products for pretty much everything but bought an RDA0027 a year and a half ago at the $59 price point and almost immediately had nothing but problems from terrible mic quality to constantly having to unplug and plug it back in after the sound would just stop in the middle of gaming. Glad to hear their newer headsets are better
250€ FOR corsar k1000 rgb stops working during gaming I have to unplug it Imagine that during pvp gaming Corsair support blames my pc so I got stuck with a broken keyboard
Sheeesh I might get the HS80 just because of the comfort and mic quality! Corsair also put it at a great price.
The microphones are outstanding, I didn't even realize it was HS80's mic, also HS65's mic is very impressive.
WONDERFUL REVIEW DIMITRI ☺️ REALLY HELPED MY SECOND THOUGHTS WHEN THINKING ABOUT MY HEADSET FUTURE PURCHASES!🙌
I see you liked the paid advertisement... Maybe watch a review from someone who doesn't get paid to tell you how nice those headsets are.
the mics on the 65 and 80 are really impressive
I bought the HS80 after your numerous reviews and the microphone quality is out of this world! And it works great for daily use for remote work.
Isnt it too low?
Does it support 7.1 surround like the hs 65?
Love the options!
Nice review as always
Hey man, really loved your review on this! I've been looking forward to upgrade my headset, Iam currently using the Corsair Hs60 pro. Now Iam in a serious confusion between the Razer blackshark V2 and the Corsair hs65 wired. My top most priority is sound/audio quality as I'll be mainly using it for media consumption tbh and yes also ocassional competitive gaming. Wanted to know that which one among these two can Overall give me the best experience and make me feel that the upgrade from my current headset is actually worth it Really in a serious confusion at the moment, and your precious suggestion and response to this will really mean a lot to me man, eagerly looking forward to your response and thanks in advance!
Hi Dmitry, I love your headphone reviews. How do you rate the VIRTUOSO RGB WIRELESS XT? I'm looking at a higher-end set and thinking of cutting some wires. I got my hands on one to feel at a local store and like that there's almost no plastic--the band is metal so no chance of breaking from constant putting on and off. I hate to say it, but my Sennheiser (now epos) gsp 600's are mostly plastic, which has cracked and the ear-cups have disintegrated . . . again after less than a year after replacing the originals. I love how they sound and feel, but the quality issues are really pissing me off. I need good sound when editing videos and doing audio, but also for gaming, so if the Virtuoso's are good, I'm down to try them. Unless you think they'll be upgraded/revised soon. I can wait some. Thanks and great vid as always!!!
wow the HS80 had me fooled, i literally had to go backwards in the video and play it again when i realized it was the headphones , i didn't notice. amazing
I was excited about the HS65 Surround... And then I noticed it was open back. I like headsets that block out background noise. The open back headsets tend to let too much outside noise in. With a closed back headset you can play games while there's someone else in the room watching TV, etc. With the open back you usually can't do that because, not only will you hear the TV, but sometimes the other person will even hear your audio coming through the back of your headset.
they're not open back
They arent open back. The grill is just decorative.
Thank for the video it awesome works! However a new challenger has came Inzone H9 make me change my go to ^^
Does the HS80 USB have a long cable so that it can reach whereever?
I've been looking for a new headset and the seamlessness of that transition to the hs80 mic pretty much sold me on the spot Even the hs65 is pretty good but it's not a lot of money to spend for less background noise
True surround sound must have 2 drivers in each ear, (front and back) and most have four connections for the front, rear and left and right drivers. If there are 2 drivers one left and one right all you can do is tell if the sound is higher in the left or right ear.
For the HS80, did you run that audio through anything like a mixer or something? Or is that raw audio?
So, HS80 or H6 Pro? I don't care about the price of either, just wondering which is better (I feel like the HS80 has a better mic than the H6 Pro).
Please post an HS80 Configuration Video! Thank you so much! How can we make the mic sound that clear?
Just bought one (HS65). Glad that ive made a good choice.btw.. are you dutch or scandinavian? I hear a clearly European accent.. 😉 btw , great video 👊🏼
Suppression of background noise always comes at a price as voice manipulation and filtering happens. I've always heard that audio manipulation in test clips when background noise suppression in on. Sounds a bit robotic. The H65 and H80 mics sound amazing! BTW - Amazon currently has a coupon code (may require Prime but don't think so) in the US site for $20 off the H65; $59.99 + tax.
Whaaaaaat. Where
A good directional microphone can sound fine. Sound processing on the other hand does tend to degrade the sound quality, especially when using older and simpler algorithms. Some of the newer developments are however miles better than what was available just a few years ago. Krisp as implemented by Discord is pretty light weight, doesn't have any HW lock-in, does a pretty good job of eliminating key clicks and most noise from the surrounding while leaving the voice recognizable if still definitely processed. But if it's noisy enough it can be worth it. Nvidia Broadcast is objectively better than Krisp, but is tied to Nvidia hardware and still adds some of that robotic quality that you talk about. The good thing here is that it's possible to choose if you want to or have to use noise suppression instead of the microphone sounding crap from the beginning.
Does the audio quality and microphone beat the Virtuoso? I've been wanting to swap for a while.
So are the HS55s the only ones to come with the splitter for seperate headphone/microphone jacks?
I think it's time to move on from my Audeze Mobius. Is it worth in a way downgrading to the higher end from these series?
Do you think hs55 has better value in term of budget gaming headset since the specification is the same?
Still trying to find something with proper surround but better built quality than my G633s from Logitech, so any tips would be appreciated. Fiddled a bit with some G935s but ended up returning them since they didn't feel like much of an upgrade, and if anything they removed the dolby surround from them. Also tried the Cloud 2 wireless but again ended up returning them as well as the surround was really not great and as another deal breaker the mic mute was on a button instead of the mic itself. Best I could do so far was get better pads for the 633s but it's not like that changed how bulky and plasticky they are...
I wasn't fully convinced until I heard the mic quality, now I'm sold!
Hello. I am looking for an upgrade or sidegrade for my Senn gsp 300. Is the soundstage and imaging comparable or better with the Hs55 or hs80? Thanks in advance.
Great video! Which wired headset would you recommend for predominantly PC (and XBox very rarely so not a deal breaker) at the below Australian prices right now: (a) EPOS H6PRO at $186AUD; or (b) Razer BlackShark V2 at $89AUD (the V2 X version at $67AUD); or (c) Corsair HS80 RGB USB at $$113AUD; or (d) CORSAIR HS65 at $99AUD? If going wireles, what would you choose over (i) CORSAIR HS80 RGB Wireless Premium at $195AUD; or (ii) Razer BlackShark V2 Pro Wireless at $149AUD; or (ii) Razer Barracuda X (2021 model) at $100AUD or (2022 model) bluetooth version at $164. Or any other headset that is superior/better value than the above. Thanks
back on the 10th of September 2014 (sorry for bringing up a video that old) you reviewed the--Corsair CC-9011063-WW 780T Graphite Series Windowed Full Tower ATX Gaming Case-- did you ever build in it, I am thinking of getting one so I can fit a Gigabyte AORUS Radeon RX 6800 XT MASTER and a 360mm AIO but written reviews I have read on line say that it wont fit and if you try mounting it either on top or in the front it will snap the clip holding the mesh filter in place are you in a position to either confirm or deny that is the case. Again sorry for brining up an old video.
I bought HS80 (cable version) for 84 euro on the black Friday i also have Razer blackshark v2 and Logitech g432 after using the HS80 for like 10 min i don't want to put on my other headsets ever again. Please razer and logitech pay some money to Corsair to teach you how to make microphones and comfort. For this price range i am sure nothing can beat them.
How does this Corsair HS65 and the HS80 compare to the Sennheiser PC38x? It’s $170 compared to the $80 and $100 of these.
ive had the hs65 for nearly a year now and ive gotten a few complimnents on the mic. tho the headset mic did stop working and started to glitch in overwatch2 and fortnite but it still works in most other games :3
Will there be any new wireless version?
That audio recording sounds great, but I'm wary of non-replaceable headset mics. They always seem to break and leave you with a mediocre pair of headphones. I'm running a Philips Fidelio X2HR with a V-MODA Boom Pro, modular is the way to go
If you don't mind me asking, how's the mic quality on the v-moda boom pro? And do you know if it's compatible with the Audio Technica M50x?
@@EnlighterMinh Hard for me to say without a pair here next to me, but as long as the Audio Technica detachable cable is a standard 3.5mm audio, then it should work. As for sound quality, it's better than pretty much any headset mic I've heard, but that's a low bar. They actually have a video on the Boom Pro here at Hardware Canucks and that's worth checking out for some audio samples EDIT: Looks like the m50x uses 2.5mm and a weird locking mechanism? There's people out there who use them with a Boom Pro but with an adapter. Check Reddit
Wow , i remembered the time when Sennheiser gaming headphone's mic were one of the best out there although for a price , now Corsair single handedly won the gaming headset microphone quality all the way for wayyyyyyy cheaper too.
@AmpEdition I'll have to look into that thanks for the info. So you say the mic quality on yours is better too? Because mainly I want a $100 sound quality through the speakers for my "competitive" gaming and the mic to sound at least as good as the HS80 rgb USB in this vid so I can use it for my videos til I can get an XLR mic setup or even stick with this mic forever lol.
@AmpEdition oh nevermind I didn't see where you said it doesn't come with a mic plus I can't do in ears as I'm prone to irritation from them.
The HS80 mic quality is just crazy .. also soundID a very good idea... so many people always complain about sound profiles but dont actually change anything in the EQ ... with soundID that wont be a problem anymore
I got the hs80 but I hear a constant hissing whenever a sound is made if I have icue downloaded. Once I deleted icue and all it’s files they stopped making the hissing sound but I need icue for fixing the EQ. Any idea or tips?
@@Viipers_ Could be a defective unit, haven't seen this particular issue anywhere on the net. You should try to refund your unit if that's possible.
@@mrflimpam5948 yea a bit late for refund lol but I’m gonna be buying a different headset I find battery life on this one to be pretty bad. Other than battery it’s a really good headset
The mic on that hs80 is almost as good as your normal recording mic. That's amazing. Easily the best headset mic I've heard.
Corsair needs to teach other brands (looking at you HyperX and Logitech) how to build a good headset mic, really impressive for the price. I just hope that those headsets have no background noise problems cause all of my friends who had Corsair headsets were hearing some kind of electrical noise when no sound was being played.
I don't know, I feel like SteelSeries has already been winning this one for a while with their Arctis series.
@@mrPCbuilds. HyperX does make good headsets, don't get me wrong, I've recommended them to my friends a lot. They can definitely improve on the mic quality tho who has very good background noise isolation but doesn't sound natural and full at all.
@AmpEdition Can yo make some recommendations then?
hey should i get arctis 7+/9/pro/nova pro or corsair hs80/virtuoso? i read a lot review but each of them have pros and cons, so idk which one should i buy..this my fist headset gaming ever.
Looks great overall but I would maybe suggest 2 things. 1. Make it into a detachable cable incase there would be a problem with the cable in the future 2. Make the earpads of the hs80 a possible separate product that would fit the hs50 and 60 lineup since some might like the lower versions more but would want the pads of the premium version. Overall, goodjob corsair!
You just got Corsair a sale - going to try the HS80 for my next headset
Is the microphone quality of the HC80 Wireless the same as the wired one?
hello! which of these two is good for fps game footsteps hs80 wired vs blackshark v2 wired, and casual music listening?
Ive been a hs80 owner for 4 months and I love them the mic is best in class and they sound great and you can tune them to sound better with the software
Hey how do they sound when listening to music/when gaming if you play games?
Is it worth picking up for 120$
@@Onurhaan yes most definitely
@@hhowl they sound great
Thinking about getting these, and I’m bit of a newbie to headsets. When you tune them, does the tuning stay that way even if it isn’t connected to the computer? Say you adjust the audio and then plug them into your phone to listen to music
Hs65 surround or Cloud 2? For fps (Pc)
Would you take this over the HyperX Cloud Core 7.1 Wired. Where I live, both are basically the same price.
The only complaint I have about the HS80s is that the earcup fabric Will inevitably start to pull away off of the ear cups, so just be aware of that. They will most likely need repaired or replaced because of it. Aside from that, literally the best $100 range headset I've ever owned, with the best mic by far, and I've gladly bought two so far. And will probably buy more over time.
I imagine the pleather earcups is gonna peel in tiny pieces making a mess, and be a nuisance, and pleather could make your ears sweat
Great video Dimitri but onboard audio has come along way, and shouldn't be disregarded or assumed it's going to be bad on modern motherboards. Might be an interesting topic for a future video. Thanks man.
Are these better than the sennheiser gaming headsets u did a review on ?
For that price the mic sound of the HS80 is amazing!
How would you guys (owners) go about prolonging the life of your ear pads since they aren’t replaceable? I’ve always had HyperX headsets since 2017. And frequently replace them because the “leather” would flake away eventually. 🙏
does the hs80 usb headset come with a dolby atmos license like the hs80 wireless?
Which would you recommend? HS80 wired , Nova 3 or Logitech G435
HS65/HS80 have the most natural sounding integrated mics I've heard since the Cooler Master MH751/MH752 from several years ago, which was clear enough to be mistaken for a lav mic in most non-professional listening setups.
Do u suggest getting the hs65 or is the mh752 better overall, theyre both priced at 79 euros now
Hello i woud like to change my old hyperx cloud for something better. I think this HS65 is a good choice, but it is ear pads detachable? I think is a importat. I always change my ear pads after some years to new one. Or is better change my old hyperx cloud to hyperx cloud II? I have B360M D3H Motherboard, Realtek® ALC892 codec
i just ordered the hs65 and hope it fits my slightly larger head! the mic is amazing at this price point!
I'm thinking of buying it, do you recommend it?
@@Fuyyuu i returned it… it was too tight and i didn’t like the audio. I tested multiple others after and stuck to the blackshark v2 from razer
How good is the HS80 at blocking out background noise? I usually game in a living room where people walk around and was curious how well the microphone doesn't pick any of that up.
@DEEJ these headphones are not intended for busy environments, so the microphone picks up everything around you. I had a problem with the size of the headphones and they did not suit me at all due to the comfort of the ear pads. ear pads are very small and the material is not pleasant at all. I recommend 100% leather ear pads. If you are looking for gaming headphones buy something from hyperx and don't look at the reviews because they will probably tell you that they have bad sound. If you want something of quality, buy something from audio technica. But if you are looking for headphones purely for gaming without dealing with software and settings, buy the hyperx or shennheiser which are praised rightfully. But cheap all-in-one headsets are hyperx for me mainly because of the comfort. I wouldn't bother with the microphone at all because it will be at the same level everywhere and HyperX doesn't have an extra good one but it's enough to chat with friends on discord without sounding like a robot. If you want a good headset with a microphone, I know of only one audio technica that is comfortable leather gaming headsets in the more expensive category. Don't rely too much on the reviews. HyperX has deserved popularity.
thanks for helping me mate
What would you recommend for happy AKG K240 Studio user?
Are the "ear cups" replaceable? Over time, the material will start to break down/fall apart.
Can I connect the usb for the hs80 into a xbox series x? Will it work? And will any of the features be available on a console?
Do I buy them or real audio headsets ? Pls reply Edit: I'm using virtuoso rgb wireless se
Do you guys have any suggestion for good non leather headset like Corsair HS35?
i want to know your thoughts on the cloud alpha wireless.
the H80 doesnt have the EQ feature of the HS65 with the dongle?
Cooler master MH650 or Corsair HS55. Which is better for gaming, movies, surround sound and music? Please reply.
I got the hs80 but I hear a constant hissing whenever a sound is made if I have icue downloaded. Once I deleted icue and all it’s files they stopped making the hissing sound but I need icue for fixing the EQ. Any idea or tips?
Great video! You're really sympathetic and it's easy understandable! I couldn't believe the audio was recorded on the HS80 when I saw it in the top left corner. I just wish you'd shown the comparison between the keyboard noise pickup between the hs65 and 80 :))
Will you try vzr module one??
Just got HS55 Surround for CAD$50 (about $38 USD) after watching your video. Thank you!
The only thing that breaks it for me is no detachable cable. No matter how good a cable is, something can happen and buying a whole new headset b/c of a cable is just pain. Also I find it odd that your mic test of the hs55 and hs65 are so different while other videos I've seen the mics seem identical. Wonder how that happens.
yout totally right I also saw other videos of the HS55 vs HS65 and they weren't that far of, yes the mic on the HS65 is better but not by that much. In the video it sounds like it wasn't recorded properly or it had gone threw some changes!
through* I think it was a sound card issue
there is hs55 stereo and hs55 surround.. in this video they where comparing stereo
Does HS80 wired have better audio/mic quality than the wireless?
I had to return it because it does not fit large heads well. My hat size is 8 3/8 and this headset was way too small, even after removing the elastic band. It kept sliding up and falling off my head, it's a shame because the mic is so good. The elastic design is so counter-intuitive. You are trying to push the headset down so it fits your head... and then they add an elastic band that is pushing the headset UP away from your head.
Hey man! how is it going? I would like to buy a new pair of Headsets, and I don´t know which of the following buy, can you help me? - Logitech G pro X wireless - HS80 wireless (is there any difference with the wired version?) - HyperX cloud Flight - Corsair Virtuoso I really appreciate your help! :D
Super annoyed with the electronic screeching from the top left animation, but overall good video!!!
would the stereo version sound better when hooked into a soundblaster audify fx v2 when tuned or would the usb dac on the hs80 sound better? i care alot about boosting my bass through the soundblaster software.
Yes
Nice, soundi ID looks a strong reason to buy it
Would this be okay to use on PlayStation 5
Damn, I almost didn't even notice you switched to the HS80 mic
Here in my country Corsair HS80 RGB USB is selling for 135$ & HyperX Cloud II Wired is selling for 90$. Which one to go for?
Awesome to see this quality.. However, I'm not sure if I can go back to wired headsets..
Guys, what about the sound quality of these? Compared with like the hyper x Cloud II?
ok I'm pretty hyped to get my HS65... I didn't watch any reviews on it before ordering.
How good are these if your useing them on a ps5 or are thay for PC only
Do i buy blackshark v2x, hs55 or hs65? I want to say the extra bucks if the difference between these 3 is minimal.