Corsair
HS80 RGB USB
The HS80 RGB USB lands as a entry-level gaming headset, built around Gaming Headsets.
54/100
Gaming Headsets
£59.99best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- Surround sound
- Scores 54/100
- No wireless
- No active noise cancelling
Score profile
Scored against the gaming headsets classWhere the HS80 RGB USB wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Sound
Surround soundYes
More specs
TypeClosed-Back
ConnectionWired
MicrophoneNon-Detachable
Noise cancellingNo
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowHS80 RGB USB vs NZXT Relay Headset
HS80 RGB USBRelay Headset
| CorsairHS80 RGB USBThis page | NZXTRelay Headset | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 54 /100 | 54 /100 |
| Surround | Yes | Yes |
Who it's for
Is the HS80 RGB USB right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable gaming headset for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need wireless, in which case a higher-tier gaming headset is the better call.
Critical listener
Cares about detail, tuning and codec support.
okay
Everyday listener
Music, calls and commuting, wants a safe all-rounder.
good
Value seeker
Wants the most sound for the least outlay.
okay
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the HS80 RGB USB worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 54/100 against other gaming headsets, a entry-level result where the class average is around 55.
What stands out on the HS80 RGB USB?
Its surround sound stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the Arctis Nova Elite?
The Arctis Nova Elite scores 55/100 versus this one at 54/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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