Corsair HS80 Max
Exact average 81.1 · 7 printed, 3 estimated · printed scores only: 82
Image: Corsair10 professional reviewers tested the Corsair HS80 Max, and 7 recommend it. Most praised: comfort and sound quality. Most common complaint: call quality.
Reviewed by TechPowerUp, Windows Central, Tom's Hardware and 7 more
The catch: The microphone doesn't detach.
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What 10 critics said
Highest score first · all converted to 0–100- 95TechPowerUp
This page covers only build and comfort, which are described as very good with a well-implemented suspended headband and breathable pads; wired connectivity was removed.
Read TechPowerUp review - 90Windows Central
An easy recommendation for a comfortable gaming headset, with great sound, versatile connectivity and standout battery life, at a modest premium.
Read Windows Central review - 80Tom's Hardware
A versatile, comfortable headset with long battery life, an excellent mic and strong surround in games and movies, judged worth its price despite narrow music sound.
Read Tom's Hardware review - 80TechRadar
A good-sounding, comfortable headset that stands out mainly for its rich feature set and battery life, though sound is not class-leading and it lacks multipoint.
Read TechRadar review - 80T3
A solid mid-range headset with good sound, comfort and very good battery life, held back by sound leakage, a flimsy mic and lack of premium audio fidelity.
Read T3 review - 80KitGuru
A good premium gaming headset with clean, loud sound, comfortable fit and a competent mic.
Read KitGuru review - 72Custom PC
A decent, versatile wireless gaming headset whose Bluetooth and SoundID tuning add appeal, but it is heavy, has a non-removable mic and short battery life with RGB on.
Read Custom PC review - 89est.Trusted Reviews
An excellent wireless gaming headset with immersive sound, a clear mic and very long battery life.
Read Trusted Reviews review - 74est.Hardware Canucks
The Corsair HS80 Max offers excellent comfort and useful new features like Bluetooth and SoundID, but the microphone quality is disappointing and feels like a step backward from the original model.
Read Hardware Canucks review - 71est.Reviewed
Loud, balanced sound and long battery life are undermined by weight, poor comfort over time and a weak mic.
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Common questions
Is the Corsair HS80 Max worth it?
Most critics think so: 7 of 10 recommend it. The microphone doesn't detach.
Do critics agree about the Corsair HS80 Max?
Broad agreement: scores range from 71 (Reviewed) to 95 (TechPowerUp), a spread of 24 points across 10 reviews. Most reviewers land fairly close together.
What do critics dislike about the Corsair HS80 Max?
Call quality (5 of 10 reviews), Fit and comfort (3 of 10 reviews), Size and weight (3 of 10 reviews).
What is the best alternative to the Corsair HS80 Max?
The Sony Inzone H6 Air (critic score 91), top pick, narrowly.