Corsair HS65 vs Corsair HS80 - Affordable and awesome for different reasons?

This is a video to compare the @Corsair HS65 Surround with the HS80. These are both great headsets but for very different reasons. I want to start this by saying that the HS80 is my favourite and, in my opinion, the best headset Corsair has to offer - not their flagship the Virtuoso XT. I covered why in my review, but here I'll talk about the differences between these two HS headsets.
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The Corsair HS80 has awesome comfort and it also has high-quality, high-res 96Khz/24-bit audio on PC, making it a headset to be reckoned with.
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Features of the HS80:
Dolby Atmos surround sound licence included on PC
High resolution audio
Large drivers with a great audio range
Customisable EQ settings in iCue
Flip to mute broadcast quality microphone
Adjustable ski-goggle style headband
Highlights:
Comfort
High resolution sound
Awesome microphone
Comfort (so good it's worth saying twice)
Lowlights:
Lacks Bluetooth or 3.5mm
Specs of the Corsair HS80 include:
Lightweight reinforced aluminium construction
Floating headband design
Flip-to-mute microphone
Plush fabric earcups
50mm Neodymium drivers with 20-40,000Hz frequency response
Dolby Atmos licence included on PC
2.4Ghz wireless over 60-foot range
Omni-directional broadcast-grade microphone
100Hz to 10kHz frequency response
2.2k Ohms microphone impedance
-40dB sensitivity
Features of the HS65 Surround include:
Comfortable (removable) memory foam earcups
50mm drivers that work with Sony Tempest 3D audio on PS5
Dolby surround sound on PC
Personalised audio via Sonarworks SoundID Tech
Omni-directional microphone (Used for the voice over of this video)
And more
Highlights for me:
- The lightweight design and padding make it comfortable to wear
- Nice large earcups
- SoundID personalisation makes for interesting and customisable sound
- Reasonable soundscape
- Great design for the price
Lowlights:
Mic has some problems with hiss and electromagnetic hum
HS65 Specs:
Audio Driver Custom 50mm Neodymium
Frequency Response 20Hz - 20kHz
Impedance 32 Ohms @ 1kHz
Sensitivity 114dB (± 3dB)
Mic Type Omni-directional
Mic Impedance 2.2k Ohms
Mic Frequency Response 100Hz - 10kHz
Mic Sensitivity -41dB (± 2dB)
Dimensions 186mm(L) x 78mm(W) x 196mm(H)
Weight 282g
Warranty 2 years
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Hours of Comfortable Gaming: Leatherette memory foam ear cups with soft fabric, a mesh grill ear cup design and an adjustable headband with aluminium-reinforced construction provide lightweight comfort just 282g, and durability through hours of gameplay.
Great Gaming Audio: High-quality, custom-tuned 50mm neodymium audio drivers deliver excellent sound with the range needed to hear everything on the battlefield, plus support for Sony Tempest 3D audio on PS5.
Dolby Audio 7.1 Surround Sound on PC and Mac: The included USB adapter enables a multi-channel audio experience, putting you right in the middle of your game.
Sonarworks SoundID Technology: For customized sound control that tailors your headset settings to your personal audio tastes on PC and Mac.
Omni-Directional Microphone: Accurately captures all your calls and commands, with a convenient flip-to mute function.
Discord-Certified: For crystal-clear communication and outstanding sound.
Multi-Platform Compatibility: Play on PC, Mac, PS5/PS4, Xbox Series X | S, Nintendo Switch, and mobile devices via a 3.5mm connector.
Easy-Access On-Ear Volume Control: Enables on-the-fly adjustments without distracting you from your game.
Unite Your Setup: Powerful CORSAIR iCUE software enables custom audio equalizer settings, 7.1 surround sound, and more.
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[@VoidFate]

This was a very informative video! Thanks for the in depth review of them both. I was looking to buy one of these but didn't know which one. This helped alot, thank you!

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Glad it was helpful!

[@seb012]

Papi se la rifó con este video, una calidad audiovisual magnífica y un criterio bastante bueno a la hora de opinar de ambos dispositivos, muchas gracias

[@f.ence.]

Would have been nice to hear how they sound wireless as well, but otherwise great review! Thank you.

[@MilitantMinded]

Your always on point with the reviews. Just getting into the channel but thx

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

I appreciate that!

[@aariq2791]

Can you use HS80 on a phone via OTG cables? And does the mic work and quality stay good?

[@loconius]

does holding down the mute button activate side tone?

[@GiLLyMGL]

If Corsair makes the HS80 with a detachable or retractable mic and adds great Bluetooth, give us an option to to turn on/off the led on the logo - That is Endgame.

[@S.Madman]

The logo can be shut off on the ICUE software. When you close ICUE, and use on a console it stays off, and the mic pushes up like the HS65.

[@GiLLyMGL]

@@S.Madman Pushing up is not enough. Want it gone when outside using with phone.

[@Kaiser187]

Only thing that is holding me back. I wish they would make a detachable or retractable mic. Can't stand how it looks sticking straight up.

[@flaviovercetti]

Does the microphone of HS65 and HS80 have Noise-cancellation?

[@vincentli4751]

would u prefer the cloud 2s or the hs80

[@adembasoda3523]

Is those Headphones compatible with iPad pro for mobile gaming ?:)

[@holichubbz8218]

Hows the bass on the Hs65?

[@AlloVera2]

Hey man, it's me again! I know i know, sorry for bothering you with all these comments but your reviews and comparison videos are really helping! Still hope you do the deltas vs hs80, but i might be going with the corsairs. Love your vids man, keep it up!

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Get the HS80 ;)

[@junk4805]

​@@TheProvokedPrawn but I have a big head😔

[@edcrrcculin99]

​@@junk4805 hammer it down

[@lordfordification]

looking at buying one now but the prices are $70-$80, might just go with hs80

[@JorgenVonk]

If you setup option in Dolby Acces for the HS80, do you need to keep it running in the background for the settings to work or can you just set in once for it to always work?

[@bananawarlock3981]

Every time you connect the HS80, if you already have had set up Dolby Access, and have the Windows sound enhancement settings on the headphones to "Dolby Access for Headphones" you'll never have to worry about it again.

[@lordxopip8183]

again great reviews man.. :D but i wish i saw this before purchasing the blackshark v2.. can you do a comparison on it?:D

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Vs what?

[@lordxopip8183]

@@TheProvokedPrawn oh my bad i mean against the hs65

[@saiyuki3699]

hs80

[@jakjak258]

what's the best headset for directionnal audio gaming you tested? just tested HS65 vs Astro 50 gen4 and was surprised that HS65 is doing a better job for blocking external sound and with that have a better directionnal sound

[@audie-cashstack-uk4881]

Hs65 and closed or openback h6pros the hs65 is on par directly with the epos h6pro closed there both top level.. hs65s are eq requiring in most cases I use dolby atmos with them and it's mindblowing imaging and direction sounds re4 remake every mm of the axe throwing is heard I complete detail to the point I didn't even thi k that was possible

[@yes7383]

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!

[@dunkonyou]

Can you replace the ear muffs on the hs80 with the same ones later down the line like if they get dirty or worn?

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

If you can source them from somewhere yeah

[@stoffe2055]

there are 3 different kinds on amazon :)

[@elma5978]

HS65 or Blackshark V2 USB,which one whould you recommend

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

HS65 IMO

[@diyet2271]

asus rog delta s animate please ..

[@realmix_inprocess2024]

do the hs80 wireless when its dead of charg be able to work when its charging ,like a wired or not ?

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

You can use it in wired mode

[@realmix_inprocess2024]

@@TheProvokedPrawn thx

[@electra4002]

Is the mic test the same on console?

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Alas I'm a PC gamer and don 't have a console to test. Sorry!

[@sinboii9040]

Is the 7.1 surround sound good on HS80?

[@urielmontenegro6915]

It improves the quality. However, I would recommend you to customize the eq under your preferences

[@doodskie999]

I dont like leatherette style headphones, they are hot on the ear and they tend to break down and get crispy or flakey over time. I haven't found a headphone that has leather cushions survive for at least a year.

[@Coccobacillus1]

Do you have an hs70 pro vs h80?

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Afraid not

[@jVerl]

Is the mic quality a lot different wired and when wireless?

[@skogpekka]

Try watching the entire video, instead of just skipping through.

[@Dazzuhh]

@@skogpekka he never shows us the HS80's mic quality while using it wireless in this video so i'm not sure what this comment was supposed to achieve.

[@nicolayparra8993]

WOW im spanish and this video ITS AMAZING

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Thank you

[@apit_zixxer]

Hey man.. In your honest opinion, which one would you choose between Epos H6 Pro or Corsair HS60 for mobile gaming? I've watched your comparison video of H6 Pro Vs HyperX.. But I couldn't find H6 Pro vs HS60 anywhere else.. From reviewers, both headsets have good sound, their mics also comparable with each other..
- confused subscriber -

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

I've not tried the HS60 but I'd go for the H6 Pro out of these two.

[@Dullydoes]

I wish you didn't manipulate the mic quality on the HS65 because I wanted to see what it sounded like out of the box :(
In this video both of the mics sound great. So its not a fair comparison.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

I didn't?

[@assassino8518]

Alot more noise from the hs80 mic than the hs65