I’ve been using the HS60 pro for a few years and I still absolutely love it. Corsair’s built-in mic’s are insanely good. They really are better than a lot of the mid-range stand alone mic’s people use for gaming/streaming.
Until it picks up all of your background noises. It has no filter like the bad mics. Pretty sure other mics sound like hot garbage because they have filters
Watched your video on the Cosair Virtuoso XT 2 weeks ago and was gonna get them, then a week later the HS80 came out and I was blown away by the mic quality and price. Ordered them the other day and will be getting them on Thursday, can't wait to upgrade from my current £20 wired headset that is year or so old. Great and honest videos, keep it up man.
@@hman6159 It's going good! Great battery life and range is good enough that I can still talk to friends while downstairs in the kitchen. The microphone is also great and always picks up what I'm saying, then the flip up feature to disable the mic is so convenient and always works for me. For sound the Dolby Atmos works perfectly and the bass is just right. Overall, great headset and probably won't have to upgrade for many years. The HS80 is currently on sale for £99 ($134) on Amazon (29% off) which is a great price for headphones like these.
I love how the HS 80's mic sounds better than wired headset mic's. I have a Logitech G Pro X and I Thought that, that sounded great, but when I hear the HS 80, it sounds like a studio mic. I came a bit closer to studio sound on the G-Pro with the blue voice, but nothing compared to that HS 80. And it's wireless! WOW, just WOW!!!
I bought the HS80 because of your review and I'm really happy with it. Much more comfortable than my Virtuoso. Oh and I hate that Steelseries are still using Micro USB. USB-C is a must-have for me.
Does It sound good for music? any muffled sound? Can you try it on the bass? because I don't want to hear the tiny electrical noise anymore. Thanks a lot!
This is the exact decision I'm facing now between these 2 products. I'm not seeing Corsair HS80 sold around here but might as well order it online for that stellar mic quality. Although I hope other manufacturers would also get on that level eventually.
Switching from my Arctis 7 to the HS80, I need a good mic for work plus Arctis didn't hold up very well after a few years, there's an annoying rattle on the left side and if the volume slider is at max the left one isn't working. Not that big of a deal as it works as soon as I volume it down just a bit but I still wanna be able to hear a call when I'm not wearing them and such on full volume. Hope I'll be happy with the Corsair and that you made a good choice for yourself too!
I was looking to buy the arctis 7 for a while but this video made me change my mind and I actually ordered the h80's. Love your videos and keep it up cuz no one else does it like you!
I've had the Arctis 7 for 4 years and they way I've described the way they sound is they are almost perfect in a very clinical way. No matter what you are listening to you will hear everything basically perfectly with zero distortion at any level. It sounds really good but I have never been blown away by any of it. There just seems to be something missing in the sound that I can't quite place. After 4 years of this I've found myself really wanting a headset that wows me more, but it seems like every headset I have tried has noticeable flaws in the sound that push me back to the Arctis. Also, the game/chat mix has become something I have to have in a headset, and I really wish more companies would use it.
@@notghozt-_-6032 they don’t. It’s bullshit. Dude I just bought the steel series arctis 7+. They are beautiful. Amazing sound quality, very comfortable. You cannot use them with an iPhone. Everything else you can though. The game chat and game audio mix dial is fan fkn tastic. I recommend this beast. It doesn’t matter what platform you are on, they are great. One thing. When you take it out of the box for the first time, charge them. WHEN IT IS DONE CHARGING, TURN ON THE HEADSET BEFORE YOU UNPLUG IT OR THE BATTERY LEVEL INDICATOR( POWER BUTTON) WILL BE LOCKED AT ONE COLOUR PERMENANTLY UNTIL YOU CHARGE IT TO FULL HEALTH AGAIN.
After much research I decided for the HS80. Not because I got a Corsair setup and want to use their audio visualizer, but because I have always had problems with headphones of any sort irritating my ears insanely fast. That material they use on the earcups looks like couch pillow material and I actually WANT to feel it on my head/ears!
I bought the Arctis 7 a bit more than 2 years ago and at first was quite happy with it. It is very comfortable, soundquality is nice, the mic is great and the overall design is amazing. After about a year the charging-port broke off due to poor soldering. This meant, that i couldn't charge the headset anymore and because the mic only works when connected wirelessly, the product became useless. The CS at Steelseries took forever to reply and then asked me to provide pictures of the broken part, for which i had to open up the headset, which they in turn used as an arguement to deny replacement/refund. After quite a bit of hassle, they eventually agreed to replace it. One year later, the same problem occured and this time the product was just outside the warrenty period. Instead of taking responsibility for selling a fundamentally flawed product, they simply shut me off with false simpathy and didn't even give me the chance to respond by marking the case as "solved". Having technical issues can happen, but you have to take responsibility and should never use formalities as an excuse to deny decent CS. Never again Steelseries!!
I also have issues with my Arctis 7 pair after roughly 2 years of use, there's an annoying rattle on the left side and the left one doesn't work if I'm on full volume. These issues started after about 1 year of use, I just didn't feel like spending another $150 so soon. Such a shame as they have a lot of potential but they just don't hold up long term. I'm switching to the Corsair HS80 one, I hope I'll be happier with this pair!
Since I started researching these headsets to decide what to buy I became totally fascinated with how different people perceive and prefer sound differently. It's almost like food...
I'm so happy that I am watching this review a day after I ordered my HS80 it seemed like the best affordable wireless headset in every possible way, other than multi-platform support! But as a PC/PS gamer that wouldn't matter much to me. Thanks for your amazing review!
Great vid, I bought the HS80 direct from Corsair based on your previous review and am very happy with them and they were over £30 less than Steel series in the UK when using a discount code. Just wish they had a bit more functionality / options to switch EQ with PS5, do you think this may come in a future firmware update?
@@DiegoLopez-bw4fp They sound great, very comfortable and really good 3D sound on PS5 - best headphones I have used personally for gaming. As I said previously it’s just a shame they don’t have any adjustability of EQ but apart from that I recommend them.
@@mdb9996 I face the same decision as you, the HS80 would cost me about 70€ less than the Artics 7P+, I’m just worried they won’t work good enough without Dolby Atmos
@@DiegoLopez-bw4fp personally I wouldn’t worry about Dolby Atmos, they give amazing surround sound with the 3D sound on PS5 and I think they are Atmos compatible on pc. The other great thing about them is their microphone is way better than Steelseries.
I have watched a lot of your videos and I've only ever been intrigued by a couple of headsets, mainly the cloud II, and the hs80. I got the cloud II but now I'm gearing towards cleaning my set up which means getting rid of wires. So I'm going with the HS80. Plus I can't imagine the audio quality for the HS80 for doing voice calls which I do for work.
it’s time for me to get a new set headsets. but first I get my info about products from you . thanks for making it easier for me to choose . your number 1 on information . thankyou .
@@leungkyle8052 I'm no audio expert but I think the audio sounds pretty good with Techne's EQ settings. I actually got the G733 to compare and they sound really bad compared to them. G733 sounds as bad as my old Logitech G430 headset.
One of the things I love about the acrtis 7 is that you have two audio channels within the headsets, game and chat. This is useful for obs and streaming as you can adjust the levels for each. Do you know if the same thing is possible with the hs80s?
Those HS80 sound phenomenal, btw could you do like a headset throwback review of some old gaming headset like the cloud stinger, that would be sweet seeing how good headsets have gotten in these 3 years
Had SteelSeries for years and I don't recommend them the long term. I'm floored that the earcup joints didn't snap and break when you starting pulling and twisting them during the "durability" test. Those joints are incredibly fragile, and are a known issue all over r/steelseries and elsewhere. Additionally, the headband is comfortable, but will slowly stretch itself out over time to the point I'm using a giant binder clip to keep it "tight" enough. And the insides of the foam pads have come apart. All the software for the Arctis is great, but the hardware is just trash.
I've just had my Actis Pro break yesterday. The joints do seem fragile and its my first hardware faliure (just out of warrenty!). But a firmware update bricked my headset a couple of years ago and I had to get it replace. I 100% stand by the Apex Pro Keyboard I have - but I had a mouse fail on me too. I will definately not be giving steel series my money in the future - really dissapointing performance from a £300 peice of kit.
Let me tell you, my first headset was the arctis 7 wired, it broke after about 2 years, they jst stopped working, and after about 1 year the elastic sbowboard strap headband thing went limp, right now i have the corsair hs70 wireless and the Epos h3pro
@@CamaGoesGym I have tested the h3pro.. but that software is the most strange thing that has come across in my whole life.. small screen problems with disconnections.. weird crackles with gaming on it.. also the ear cushions and clamp force feels really weird to me.. hope you enjoy yours but men..really weird experience.. now considering trying the hs80 and the hs65 wireless
I really having a hard time.. I got the barracuda x from 2021 But the volume wheel been acting really weird.. below 80% it’s only sound on the left side which is quiet annoying when you making video’s and streaming sometimes.. the way they fit is really great.. I think it has something to do with the type of headband.. not that “ new type strap headband “.. Bought the Astro a30.. way to firm imo the cushions are also like bricks.. for that insane price.. was a big no The Corsair virtuoso rgb.. really small ear cushions.. me ears were touching the drivers Instant.. also the sound I found to be mweh.. even with EQ tune.. Logitech G735 - looks amazing absolute stunning but the headband material and cushions way to firm.. but damn does it look good.. also the software of Logitech is a pain in the ass with saying the headphone is inactive so u can’t make any adjustments with the ghub without getting that fixed ( Jesus know how ) SteelSeries Arctis 7+ Sounds absolute AMAZING.. but the headband is so tight even when I loose it up.. it’s a weird feeling.. like your head is balancing on a cord but not really resting.. ( weird to explain ) but the cushions and sound damn.. also they are really bulky my head isn’t that big after all haha ! Now have ordered the - Barracuda 2022 ( normal version ) - HS80 wireless -HS 65 wireless I hope to finally find my long term headset
I tried the SSA7 and hated it. Felt really awkward on my head and I could not tell where the shots were coming from. There wasn’t much audio clarity which I hated. Would not recommend personally ~ from Me (some random dude on the internet.)
Excellent comparison. Thanks for all of your insight. This is a super tough call. That mic test is wild. I was waiting for you to say you were switching to the Corsair mic but you were already on it. :o unfortunately the SteelSeries Arctis 7X is non-existent in Canada ever since launch so I might be leaning towards Corsair after seeing this video.
Buying the HS80 next week. Always been a Steelseries fan, and still am. But my son have the HS70 hes so satisfied with, so im gonna go with Corsair this time!
Hey which one do you think is better steel series pro or the hs80?? I’m stuck between?? Also what do you think about the apex pro tkl keyboard vs the razor huntsman te
because of this reivew im gonna go with the Corsair HS80, i play pc only, and my old plantronics rig800hd died a few weeks ago, and found this reivew, sold me instantly
A bit offtopic: Is it me or has HyperX not released anything since they were bought by HP for 425+ million USD a couple months back? So atleast, why do you think it's taking them a while to release a new product?
This video was in my feed. Amazing video and review man love your vibe. Can you compare the hs80s to a Logitech equivalent? Would love to see that. Keep the content coming man.
Hey Techne, love your vids, your doing a really great job! Would you still recommend the Hyperx Cloud II in 2021? I need a new headset with good audio, good mic and it should be really comfortable.
I can’t decide between Corsair HS80, Logitech G733, HyperX Cloud II wireless, and refurbished HyperX Cloud Alpha wireless. Help. They are all coming in around the same price right now.
Juicy video as you always, just asking, what is headphone would you recommend me for PC gaming (I don't do gaming on any other platform) with no budget. I am really serious about the comfort and the sound quality. Thanks so much if you are answering this. :)
Re weight and build, comparison on comfort: while it’s stated they are equal they are both loved, there are tons of unconscious behavioural indicators that demonstrate he prefers the Corsair. He points, keeps looking at them and leans towards the HS80 while he is talking about them both. It’s a behavioural indicator of preference. I dig it - I love my HS80
Hey techne, my cousin really has been bugging me to get the arctis pro, but the hs80 looks REALLY nice also. Which one would you recommend that get. (PS I play ps4)
Depends what type of sound you like, the artic pros weren’t good for me at all because they are heavy on the highs. I prefer the Corsair virtuoso XT because they are more warm for lack of better words
, yeah it depends on what kind of sound that you do prefer and what kind of game you're getting immersed into. I own the Arctis 3-5-7 and pro wired with the Dac. The Dac lets u "fine tune" the sound to ur liking and like a MixAmp you can utilize the Optical input. But.... The 7 are versatile the USB c dongle which I use for mobile gaming. For me personally it came down to the microphone picking up background noises and having the capability of shutting people up in the chat
Good Sir Techne! Been loving your series and channel. I have a dilemma. I want to get a good comfortable but jack of all trades headset. I’m torn between the Corsair Virtuoso XT and the Steelseries Arctis Pro Wireless. Only reason why I feel like I’m having this dilemmas online reviews from the stores give them both semi bad reviews. I’m looking for the best headset for FPS like Insurgency at the same time play immersive solo games like a Tomb Raider. Which would you prefer between the two?
The Steelseries is very comfortable and has clean nice sound. But it doesn't get that loud and the base is quite weak. And when you want to configure the EQ settings you have to switch back and forth from your PC to your console, it's a big hassle.
@@TheTechne thanks tech but quick question even compared to the steel series pro vs the Audeze which one?? Also is still the audeze are king out of those two which version of the Audeze should I get?? I want a excellent mic and excellent sound all in one headset???
Dude I just bought the HS80 for 80$ with black friday discount! I was watching your amazing reviews of the headset and now Im so happy with how it sounds! Its my first wireless headset and coming from a pair of 2018 void pro im incredibly satisfied! Great job man keep it up!
Man, THANK U !! u make the video i was looking for. i only have 1 question, wich one has more sound power ? i have the hs70 pro wireless, and i want to make a little upgrade, i have this 2 options. Wich one sounds louder? Thanks & u win a new suscriber.
i'd still go for the Steelseries because of what that headset can do compared to the corsair sure the mic and sound of the corsair is better but what the Arctis 7 headset can do is so much better
I bought both to try them out and ended up returning one of them. The SteelSeries had great sound for fps games but the bass is lacking. When I attempted to increase the bass on EQ it creates crackling and static noise when I use them on my ps5 despite the bass not getting any louder. Also the mic is a big let down. My friends noticed immediately and pointed out that the mic was not good at all. However, the battery life is CRAZY good, no exaggeration. The hs80 has overall better audio. Nothing extraordinary but still pretty good. The ear cushions are tick and shaped the right way so your ears don’t touch the inside. Over many years this is the only headset I’ve used that doesn’t irritate my ears no matter how long I have them on for. The mic is AMAZING! My friends also noticed a difference but this time it was because of how good it is. My only complain would be the battery drains quick if you have the RGB light on and even with it off battery life is still short. Overall a great headset and a clear winner over the SteelSeries for me.
For Xbox only would you recommend the Steelseries 7X or even 9X over the official Xbox headset? I even thought about going Xbox headset but throw the Steelseries on it for added breathability and comfort. Thoughts? Keep up the great work
How's the volume on the Corsair. Are they louder then the steelseries. Also how about the headband does the Corsair have more room. I find the steelseries a bit tight wish the steelseries made the top headband a bit bigger
I looked on your website and I did not see the Corsair HS80 on your top picks. Would you still recommend this in Dec 2021? Im looking for a wireless headset that does it all in terms of sound quality and gaming.
That's the sole reason I swap the Sportswrave earpads immediately on any Arctis headset I purchase. Though I usually use the official leatherette pads sold by Steelseries.
Not going to lie, my least favorite headphones will ALWAYS be ones with the volume wheel on the back. I use high back chairs and they always get bumped. I have Corsairs I love for most everything else but that's a huge sticking point for me. It's just super annoying to have a long session and the volume gets jacked or super quiet because I decided to stretch 🤦
For the HS80? I don’t have any issue. Everyone I discord with thinks I sound way clearer on the HS80 then on the other headsets. I have one friend who said the Pro Arctis sounded better to him but he is using a $20 headset so take that for what it is
@@BonanzaPilot Hmm Okay thanks for your answer. But i looked it up and many people experienced this Bug where the Volume is at 5% and they couldnt change that. i was thinking about to get this Headset. But i am concerned now... :/
Just got the Corsair HS80, switched from the HS70 because the battery started dying just recently. I'm pretty happy about my purchase. The sound is fine, comfort is very good. The microphone is amazing.
@@haraldjohansen1867 btw is it the hs70 pro wireless? And what do you mean dying exactly? Sorry for asking I have the same headphones and I worry a bit
I remember how I researched my gsp headphones few years ago. Numbers of models change, hype keeps increasing but I wonder - with all the improvement in headphones tech and so many new flashy. overpriced models, can I hear enemy footsteps in milimeter precision from other side of the map?
I had my Arctis 7s for about a year, 2 days after the 1 year warranty expired the micro usb charge port broke off inside. I put it a warranty ticket, sent in videos and pics and they denied my claim. The entire time I've owned them I struggled to get them to charge. Long story short I had a pair of Turtle Beach that lasted 3yrs and the Arctis 7 just barely over a year. Go with the Corsair, they use the usb-c charge port and their customer service is better.
Loving your videos just had to subscribe. Still lost in my choice of a new headset for the ps4. I NEED correct footsteps + direction. My TurtleBeach 800 is dying on me...sigh. Cant seem to find that headset which is perfect for footsteps
I actually prefer the sound on the 7s a lot more tbh. The HS80s sound too muddy for me but just like you I prefer a cleaner sound. I like to compare Arctis drivers to Sennheiser because both do the lows decently but shine in the mids and highs. I will admit that corsairs mic is unbeatable but I rarely use headset mics as I have a dedicated desk mic so that's never a factor for me. Plus I exclusively use my 7s as my console headphones(I pretty much only play single player gsmes on console) since I rock a whole stack with my HE4XXs on PC for that true audiophile goodness.
I’ve been using the HS60 pro for a few years and I still absolutely love it. Corsair’s built-in mic’s are insanely good. They really are better than a lot of the mid-range stand alone mic’s people use for gaming/streaming.
I may be a steelseries fan but that mic is unbeatable!
Steel series break easily. The mic holder breaks the plastic on the head phones...
@@deveon1stboy Sooo HS80 is a rly better arctis
You are really chad
Until it picks up all of your background noises. It has no filter like the bad mics. Pretty sure other mics sound like hot garbage because they have filters
@@deveon1stboykeep crying 😂
I love that youre honest with your vids and actually do reviews on the products
Watched your video on the Cosair Virtuoso XT 2 weeks ago and was gonna get them, then a week later the HS80 came out and I was blown away by the mic quality and price. Ordered them the other day and will be getting them on Thursday, can't wait to upgrade from my current £20 wired headset that is year or so old. Great and honest videos, keep it up man.
How did it go
@@hman6159 It's going good! Great battery life and range is good enough that I can still talk to friends while downstairs in the kitchen. The microphone is also great and always picks up what I'm saying, then the flip up feature to disable the mic is so convenient and always works for me. For sound the Dolby Atmos works perfectly and the bass is just right. Overall, great headset and probably won't have to upgrade for many years.
The HS80 is currently on sale for £99 ($134) on Amazon (29% off) which is a great price for headphones like these.
I love how the HS 80's mic sounds better than wired headset mic's. I have a Logitech G Pro X and I Thought that, that sounded great, but when I hear the HS 80, it sounds like a studio mic. I came a bit closer to studio sound on the G-Pro with the blue voice, but nothing compared to that HS 80. And it's wireless! WOW, just WOW!!!
And how about the sound quality? I'm between the gpro x wireless and the HS80, I appreciate your answer
@@Andy1GD could u provide an update if it’s worth to upgrade from the Logitech g pro
hello, please can you tell if the audio quality is worth it ? logitech x pro 2 wireless is shit, so does the wireless is good or less ?
I bought the HS80 because of your review and I'm really happy with it. Much more comfortable than my Virtuoso. Oh and I hate that Steelseries are still using Micro USB. USB-C is a must-have for me.
So hs80 over steel series??
@@LoLo-vh2hn Yes
Does It sound good for music? any muffled sound? Can you try it on the bass? because I don't want to hear the tiny electrical noise anymore. Thanks a lot!
I use a magnetic charger so it doesn't matter if its micro USB or not and "plugging in" only takes swiping by the plug while setting on the stand.
@SirDretheGreat thanks for this, might just get those!
Just bought Artics 7 based on your video review, cant wait to receive it on hand!
Listening from my HS80 that arrived this afternoon. I'm so happy with this purchase.
This is the exact decision I'm facing now between these 2 products. I'm not seeing Corsair HS80 sold around here but might as well order it online for that stellar mic quality. Although I hope other manufacturers would also get on that level eventually.
Switching from my Arctis 7 to the HS80, I need a good mic for work plus Arctis didn't hold up very well after a few years, there's an annoying rattle on the left side and if the volume slider is at max the left one isn't working. Not that big of a deal as it works as soon as I volume it down just a bit but I still wanna be able to hear a call when I'm not wearing them and such on full volume. Hope I'll be happy with the Corsair and that you made a good choice for yourself too!
@@mort996how about sound how’s the sound on the corsair is it better ? also did either leak a lot of noise at a high volume
I was looking to buy the arctis 7 for a while but this video made me change my mind and I actually ordered the h80's. Love your videos and keep it up cuz no one else does it like you!
You can change the sound of your arctis 7 through the pc app and it transfers to the headset.
I've had the Arctis 7 for 4 years and they way I've described the way they sound is they are almost perfect in a very clinical way. No matter what you are listening to you will hear everything basically perfectly with zero distortion at any level. It sounds really good but I have never been blown away by any of it. There just seems to be something missing in the sound that I can't quite place. After 4 years of this I've found myself really wanting a headset that wows me more, but it seems like every headset I have tried has noticeable flaws in the sound that push me back to the Arctis. Also, the game/chat mix has become something I have to have in a headset, and I really wish more companies would use it.
Why do people say SteelSeries break easily, I'm thinking of buying them
@@notghozt-_-6032 they don’t. It’s bullshit. Dude I just bought the steel series arctis 7+. They are beautiful. Amazing sound quality, very comfortable. You cannot use them with an iPhone. Everything else you can though. The game chat and game audio mix dial is fan fkn tastic. I recommend this beast. It doesn’t matter what platform you are on, they are great. One thing. When you take it out of the box for the first time, charge them. WHEN IT IS DONE CHARGING, TURN ON THE HEADSET BEFORE YOU UNPLUG IT OR THE BATTERY LEVEL INDICATOR( POWER BUTTON) WILL BE LOCKED AT ONE COLOUR PERMENANTLY UNTIL YOU CHARGE IT TO FULL HEALTH AGAIN.
@@gjc5750 I appreciate the advice.. I want to use them for gaming mostly. Ps4
@@notghozt-_-6032 that’s perfect and no problem.
@@gjc5750I bought the arctis 7+ the sound is good but my friends said my microphone sounds like microwave.
After much research I decided for the HS80.
Not because I got a Corsair setup and want to use their audio visualizer, but because I have always had problems with headphones of any sort irritating my ears insanely fast.
That material they use on the earcups looks like couch pillow material and I actually WANT to feel it on my head/ears!
Hi my friend I want ask you do you recommend for one 60% play 40% music and film
was so torn between which one I wanted and was originally leaning towards the hs80s so that solved the toss up for me, thanks for the great vid.
I bought the Arctis 7 a bit more than 2 years ago and at first was quite happy with it. It is very comfortable, soundquality is nice, the mic is great and the overall design is amazing.
After about a year the charging-port broke off due to poor soldering. This meant, that i couldn't charge the headset anymore and because the mic only works when connected wirelessly, the product became useless.
The CS at Steelseries took forever to reply and then asked me to provide pictures of the broken part, for which i had to open up the headset, which they in turn used as an arguement to deny replacement/refund. After quite a bit of hassle, they eventually agreed to replace it.
One year later, the same problem occured and this time the product was just outside the warrenty period.
Instead of taking responsibility for selling a fundamentally flawed product, they simply shut me off with false simpathy and didn't even give me the chance to respond by marking the case as "solved".
Having technical issues can happen, but you have to take responsibility and should never use formalities as an excuse to deny decent CS.
Never again Steelseries!!
Thank you for this feedback!
I also have issues with my Arctis 7 pair after roughly 2 years of use, there's an annoying rattle on the left side and the left one doesn't work if I'm on full volume. These issues started after about 1 year of use, I just didn't feel like spending another $150 so soon. Such a shame as they have a lot of potential but they just don't hold up long term. I'm switching to the Corsair HS80 one, I hope I'll be happier with this pair!
Congrats on 200k brother! Every single video I've watched has been top teir and i wish u luck on your journey.
thank you so much
Since I started researching these headsets to decide what to buy I became totally fascinated with how different people perceive and prefer sound differently. It's almost like food...
Laurel or Yanny.😂
dude congrats on 200K btw, been here since 12k :)
yr videos giv me positive vibes. appreciate it
:)
I'm so happy that I am watching this review a day after I ordered my HS80
it seemed like the best affordable wireless headset in every possible way, other than multi-platform support! But as a PC/PS gamer that wouldn't matter much to me.
Thanks for your amazing review!
How are you liking your hs80? Battery life hold up?
@ heard there is a sound bug where the Mic Volume is really quiet. Is that true?
This review was stinking phenomenal, keep it up man! 🙌🏼❤️
Already preordered hs80 base on ur review. Cant wait to get my hands on it!
what are your thoughts?
@@Daughter-of-Palestine yeah
Ordered the HS80s. Can't wait!
Great vid, I bought the HS80 direct from Corsair based on your previous review and am very happy with them and they were over £30 less than Steel series in the UK when using a discount code. Just wish they had a bit more functionality / options to switch EQ with PS5, do you think this may come in a future firmware update?
How do they work for PS?
@@DiegoLopez-bw4fp They sound great, very comfortable and really good 3D sound on PS5 - best headphones I have used personally for gaming. As I said previously it’s just a shame they don’t have any adjustability of EQ but apart from that I recommend them.
@@mdb9996 I face the same decision as you, the HS80 would cost me about 70€ less than the Artics 7P+, I’m just worried they won’t work good enough without Dolby Atmos
@@DiegoLopez-bw4fp personally I wouldn’t worry about Dolby Atmos, they give amazing surround sound with the 3D sound on PS5 and I think they are Atmos compatible on pc. The other great thing about them is their microphone is way better than Steelseries.
@@mdb9996 how is it with ps4?
I have watched a lot of your videos and I've only ever been intrigued by a couple of headsets, mainly the cloud II, and the hs80. I got the cloud II but now I'm gearing towards cleaning my set up which means getting rid of wires. So I'm going with the HS80. Plus I can't imagine the audio quality for the HS80 for doing voice calls which I do for work.
Haha, I am changing from Wireless to Wired for better quality. Mo cables, less tech-issues.
Thank you man, finally the video I was waiting for!
it’s time for me to get a new set headsets. but first I get my info about products from you . thanks for making it easier for me to choose . your number 1 on information . thankyou .
Both seem great but for me, I think HS80’s mic just blew me away which is why I think it’s the better headset
Already bought HS80 after your review and just waiting on them to ship. HS80 vs G733 would be interesting to see though.
Does It sound good for music? any muffled sound? Can you try it on the bass? thanks a lot!
@@leungkyle8052 I'm no audio expert but I think the audio sounds pretty good with Techne's EQ settings. I actually got the G733 to compare and they sound really bad compared to them. G733 sounds as bad as my old Logitech G430 headset.
@@Yajiro8 thank you so much!
One of the things I love about the acrtis 7 is that you have two audio channels within the headsets, game and chat. This is useful for obs and streaming as you can adjust the levels for each. Do you know if the same thing is possible with the hs80s?
It’s kind of possible with the new Steelseries Sonar software. It can work for any headset really
This video has definitely sold me on the hs80! Your vid on the apex 3 also sold it for me even though you didn't recommend it based on the look! XD
Those HS80 sound phenomenal, btw could you do like a headset throwback review of some old gaming headset like the cloud stinger, that would be sweet seeing how good headsets have gotten in these 3 years
i purchased my current arctis 7 because of your reviews. no regrets
Had SteelSeries for years and I don't recommend them the long term. I'm floored that the earcup joints didn't snap and break when you starting pulling and twisting them during the "durability" test. Those joints are incredibly fragile, and are a known issue all over r/steelseries and elsewhere. Additionally, the headband is comfortable, but will slowly stretch itself out over time to the point I'm using a giant binder clip to keep it "tight" enough. And the insides of the foam pads have come apart. All the software for the Arctis is great, but the hardware is just trash.
I've just had my Actis Pro break yesterday. The joints do seem fragile and its my first hardware faliure (just out of warrenty!). But a firmware update bricked my headset a couple of years ago and I had to get it replace. I 100% stand by the Apex Pro Keyboard I have - but I had a mouse fail on me too. I will definately not be giving steel series my money in the future - really dissapointing performance from a £300 peice of kit.
Let me tell you, my first headset was the arctis 7 wired, it broke after about 2 years, they jst stopped working, and after about 1 year the elastic sbowboard strap headband thing went limp, right now i have the corsair hs70 wireless and the Epos h3pro
@@CamaGoesGym I have tested the h3pro.. but that software is the most strange thing that has come across in my whole life.. small screen problems with disconnections.. weird crackles with gaming on it.. also the ear cushions and clamp force feels really weird to me.. hope you enjoy yours but men..really weird experience.. now considering trying the hs80 and the hs65 wireless
I really having a hard time..
I got the barracuda x from 2021
But the volume wheel been acting really weird.. below 80% it’s only sound on the left side which is quiet annoying when you making video’s and streaming sometimes..
the way they fit is really great.. I think it has something to do with the type of headband.. not that “ new type strap headband “..
Bought the Astro a30.. way to firm imo the cushions are also like bricks.. for that insane price.. was a big no
The Corsair virtuoso rgb.. really small ear cushions.. me ears were touching the drivers Instant.. also the sound I found to be mweh.. even with EQ tune..
Logitech G735 - looks amazing absolute stunning but the headband material and cushions way to firm.. but damn does it look good.. also the software of Logitech is a pain in the ass with saying the headphone is inactive so u can’t make any adjustments with the ghub without getting that fixed ( Jesus know how )
SteelSeries Arctis 7+
Sounds absolute AMAZING..
but the headband is so tight even when I loose it up.. it’s a weird feeling.. like your head is balancing on a cord but not really resting.. ( weird to explain ) but the cushions and sound damn.. also they are really bulky my head isn’t that big after all haha !
Now have ordered the
- Barracuda 2022 ( normal version )
- HS80 wireless
-HS 65 wireless
I hope to finally find my long term headset
Techne you didn't talk about Hi-Res audio when is plugged with usb cable on the HS 80 and Dolby
Are u some kinda mindreader vruh . When i needed this review it was right above in my yt . Luv ur videos . Atb for ur future ones
HS80 are better in every way. Bigger drivers, USB type C and have zero white noise. Unlike the dated Steelseries that are way behind the times now.
Hey Techne I was thinking of buying one of these two and I was just wondering if you think that they would fit a big head like mine
I tried the SSA7 and hated it. Felt really awkward on my head and I could not tell where the shots were coming from. There wasn’t much audio clarity which I hated. Would not recommend personally ~ from Me (some random dude on the internet.)
Big. Brain
SS is a bit softer clamp
Whats your favourite headset?
lmao you got 13 likes even with a check mark that's depressing
@@narwin2477 Lool 😂
@@narwin2477 you’re depressing
@@christianaguayo2772 i am stating fact
That mic had be trippin! I was looking to see if you were testing, it sounds great.
Excellent comparison. Thanks for all of your insight. This is a super tough call. That mic test is wild. I was waiting for you to say you were switching to the Corsair mic but you were already on it. :o unfortunately the SteelSeries Arctis 7X is non-existent in Canada ever since launch so I might be leaning towards Corsair after seeing this video.
Buying the HS80 next week. Always been a Steelseries fan, and still am. But my son have the HS70 hes so satisfied with, so im gonna go with Corsair this time!
Hey which one do you think is better steel series pro or the hs80?? I’m stuck between?? Also what do you think about the apex pro tkl keyboard vs the razor huntsman te
@@LoLo-vh2hn what games do u play?
@@yuhwesh gta, call of duty, wow all games every competitive game, and etc I want the best of the best??
@@LoLo-vh2hn I would get the apex pro because of the faster switches(omni point)!
@@yuhwesh thanks friend so apex is faster than razor??
Good video blessings from Honduras I really love your honest reviews.
Another fantastic video. Thank you.
Ótimo review! Comparativo sem igual. Obrigado.
because of this reivew im gonna go with the Corsair HS80, i play pc only, and my old plantronics rig800hd died a few weeks ago, and found this reivew, sold me instantly
I just bought the HS80 and Damn! This IS a premium headset.
yo i got a question should i get hyperx quadcast and cheap wireless headset or the hs80 only im in between both is same price
for streaming
@@arashgames7 For stream you gotta buy both great.
A bit offtopic: Is it me or has HyperX not released anything since they were bought by HP for 425+ million USD a couple months back? So atleast, why do you think it's taking them a while to release a new product?
if it aint broke, dont fix it? lol
@@DaBomb5309 good point
@@DaBomb5309 maybe they are broke so they can't change it after that big purchases, lol
@@TheTechne lol true
picked the 7s already last year, absolutely amazing!!!
Awesome video my dude 🔥
This video was in my feed. Amazing video and review man love your vibe. Can you compare the hs80s to a Logitech equivalent? Would love to see that. Keep the content coming man.
thanks for this video. it help me a lot.
Hey Techne, love your vids, your doing a really great job! Would you still recommend the Hyperx Cloud II in 2021? I need a new headset with good audio, good mic and it should be really comfortable.
yeah man the clouds are still very very good, but not stinkin cozy
Amazing work, keep it up
thank you
Awesome. Thank you!
Awsome video, thanks for helping in my decision. Your awesome
I can’t decide between Corsair HS80, Logitech G733, HyperX Cloud II wireless, and refurbished HyperX Cloud Alpha wireless. Help. They are all coming in around the same price right now.
Hyper X is garbage AF. Mine only lasted a year if that before it was totally dead. Corsair is built way better and sound A LOT Better.
Logitech headset are sh1t, hs80 mic is the best
Juicy video as you always, just asking, what is headphone would you recommend me for PC gaming (I don't do gaming on any other platform) with no budget. I am really serious about the comfort and the sound quality. Thanks so much if you are answering this. :)
steelseries arctis pro
as always another banger !
Holy smokes that mic is phenomenal! Sounds better then some of the standalone mics you do!!
my man, just came here to decide which one to buy, leaving even more lost... both amazing!
Re weight and build, comparison on comfort: while it’s stated they are equal they are both loved, there are tons of unconscious behavioural indicators that demonstrate he prefers the Corsair. He points, keeps looking at them and leans towards the HS80 while he is talking about them both. It’s a behavioural indicator of preference.
I dig it - I love my HS80
Just no
Should I buy the Hs80 or hs80 max ??
The mic quality on the corsair is just so much better and definetly sold it for me.
glad to know lord varys switched from having spies to having gaming peripherals
Hey techne, my cousin really has been bugging me to get the arctis pro, but the hs80 looks REALLY nice also. Which one would you recommend that get. (PS I play ps4)
if you don't need wireless get the arctis pro wired
Depends what type of sound you like, the artic pros weren’t good for me at all because they are heavy on the highs. I prefer the Corsair virtuoso XT because they are more warm for lack of better words
, yeah it depends on what kind of sound that you do prefer and what kind of game you're getting immersed into. I own the Arctis 3-5-7 and pro wired with the Dac. The Dac lets u "fine tune" the sound to ur liking and like a MixAmp you can utilize the Optical input. But.... The 7 are versatile the USB c dongle which I use for mobile gaming. For me personally it came down to the microphone picking up background noises and having the capability of shutting people up in the chat
wow that hs80 mic sounds awesome, damm realy good for a wireless headset. Hope it sound good on ps5
Is it good?
Good Sir Techne! Been loving your series and channel. I have a dilemma. I want to get a good comfortable but jack of all trades headset. I’m torn between the Corsair Virtuoso XT and the Steelseries Arctis Pro Wireless. Only reason why I feel like I’m having this dilemmas online reviews from the stores give them both semi bad reviews. I’m looking for the best headset for FPS like Insurgency at the same time play immersive solo games like a Tomb Raider.
Which would you prefer between the two?
The Steelseries is very comfortable and has clean nice sound. But it doesn't get that loud and the base is quite weak. And when you want to configure the EQ settings you have to switch back and forth from your PC to your console, it's a big hassle.
It was said that the HS80 can’t be used on Xbox right? 🤔
Which is better for fps games?
Which headset do you recommend between steelseries 7p and Turtle Beach 700 Gen 2 ??
Which one is better for the ps4/ps5 ?
Which are the best best all time gaming headset would you recommend at of all of them with all the bells and whistles would you recommend??
Audeze
@@TheTechne thanks tech but quick question even compared to the steel series pro vs the Audeze which one?? Also is still the audeze are king out of those two which version of the Audeze should I get?? I want a excellent mic and excellent sound all in one headset???
Dude I just bought the HS80 for 80$ with black friday discount! I was watching your amazing reviews of the headset and now Im so happy with how it sounds! Its my first wireless headset and coming from a pair of 2018 void pro im incredibly satisfied! Great job man keep it up!
Same for me. Just buyed it today and now I’m waiting for it to arrive. I’m hyped
Where did you find/buy the Corsair HS80 for $80.oo at?
@@durasvve Black friday deals from media markt in Greece.
@@dnnx889 Did it come yet?
Already preorder hs80 the mic is so sick for a wireless!
Man, THANK U !! u make the video i was looking for. i only have 1 question, wich one has more sound power ? i have the hs70 pro wireless, and i want to make a little upgrade, i have this 2 options. Wich one sounds louder?
Thanks & u win a new suscriber.
Wow i never knew the day would come where Techne would pick anything over Steelseries
Does the hs80 come with 3D audio for the ps5?
all headsets can take advantage of Sony 3d sounds, its just a software
I haven’t seen you do a review on lucid sound headsets. Give them a shot?
plz corsair hs80 vs logitech G733 which is "better" I love those 2 but I don't know which should I buy, tnx
i'd still go for the Steelseries because of what that headset can do compared to the corsair sure the mic and sound of the corsair is better but what the Arctis 7 headset can do is so much better
I bought both to try them out and ended up returning one of them.
The SteelSeries had great sound for fps games but the bass is lacking. When I attempted to increase the bass on EQ it creates crackling and static noise when I use them on my ps5 despite the bass not getting any louder. Also the mic is a big let down. My friends noticed immediately and pointed out that the mic was not good at all. However, the battery life is CRAZY good, no exaggeration.
The hs80 has overall better audio. Nothing extraordinary but still pretty good. The ear cushions are tick and shaped the right way so your ears don’t touch the inside. Over many years this is the only headset I’ve used that doesn’t irritate my ears no matter how long I have them on for. The mic is AMAZING! My friends also noticed a difference but this time it was because of how good it is. My only complain would be the battery drains quick if you have the RGB light on and even with it off battery life is still short. Overall a great headset and a clear winner over the SteelSeries for me.
For Xbox only would you recommend the Steelseries 7X or even 9X over the official Xbox headset? I even thought about going Xbox headset but throw the Steelseries on it for added breathability and comfort. Thoughts? Keep up the great work
How's the volume on the Corsair. Are they louder then the steelseries. Also how about the headband does the Corsair have more room. I find the steelseries a bit tight wish the steelseries made the top headband a bit bigger
Yes louder
I looked on your website and I did not see the Corsair HS80 on your top picks. Would you still recommend this in Dec 2021? Im looking for a wireless headset that does it all in terms of sound quality and gaming.
I find that my ears touch the drivers with all of the Arctis headsets I have tried. Sennheiser seems to be the way to go for my ear shape/size.
slap some wicked cushions on them
That's the sole reason I swap the Sportswrave earpads immediately on any Arctis headset I purchase. Though I usually use the official leatherette pads sold by Steelseries.
Not going to lie, my least favorite headphones will ALWAYS be ones with the volume wheel on the back.
I use high back chairs and they always get bumped.
I have Corsairs I love for most everything else but that's a huge sticking point for me.
It's just super annoying to have a long session and the volume gets jacked or super quiet because I decided to stretch 🤦
I bought HS80, Pro Arctis Wireless, and Astro A50's and decided to keep the HS80. Price wasn't a determining factor
I heard there is a sound bug where the Mic Volume is really quiet. Is that true?
For the HS80? I don’t have any issue. Everyone I discord with thinks I sound way clearer on the HS80 then on the other headsets. I have one friend who said the Pro Arctis sounded better to him but he is using a $20 headset so take that for what it is
@@BonanzaPilot Hmm Okay thanks for your answer. But i looked it up and many people experienced this Bug where the Volume is at 5% and they couldnt change that. i was thinking about to get this Headset. But i am concerned now... :/
what would you say is better for Strictly FPS and sound hoarding for Cod of duty?
Dude do you have any recommendation for the best audiophile headset for gaming??
Should I get a steel series arctis 7 wireless or a hyper x cloud 2 wireless?
Just got the Corsair HS80, switched from the HS70 because the battery started dying just recently. I'm pretty happy about my purchase. The sound is fine, comfort is very good. The microphone is amazing.
How long have you had your hs70 until its battery started dying?
@@RoyWasNotHimself About a year
@@haraldjohansen1867 btw is it the hs70 pro wireless? And what do you mean dying exactly? Sorry for asking I have the same headphones and I worry a bit
@@RoyWasNotHimself No problem man! It's the non pro hs70. I don't think you should be worried as this was a production error most likely.
Can u pinpoint enemies ? Can you tell where they are coming from ?
I’m currently stuck between the Corsair and the Logitech g pro x wireless, can’t decide
omg same!!
used to, but after trying putting on the g pro x, it is really uncomfortable imo. So I suggest you give it a try first.
I remember how I researched my gsp headphones few years ago. Numbers of models change, hype keeps increasing but I wonder - with all the improvement in headphones tech and so many new flashy. overpriced models, can I hear enemy footsteps in milimeter precision from other side of the map?
Hey , what is your preference
H520
Or
H701
Or
Msi ds502
?
that mic quality might have sold me on the corsair
Which is better hs70 or arctis 50 (in terms of sound quality and surroundsound)
I had my Arctis 7s for about a year, 2 days after the 1 year warranty expired the micro usb charge port broke off inside. I put it a warranty ticket, sent in videos and pics and they denied my claim. The entire time I've owned them I struggled to get them to charge. Long story short I had a pair of Turtle Beach that lasted 3yrs and the Arctis 7 just barely over a year. Go with the Corsair, they use the usb-c charge port and their customer service is better.
Loving your videos just had to subscribe. Still lost in my choice of a new headset for the ps4. I NEED correct footsteps + direction. My TurtleBeach 800 is dying on me...sigh. Cant seem to find that headset which is perfect for footsteps
I actually prefer the sound on the 7s a lot more tbh. The HS80s sound too muddy for me but just like you I prefer a cleaner sound. I like to compare Arctis drivers to Sennheiser because both do the lows decently but shine in the mids and highs. I will admit that corsairs mic is unbeatable but I rarely use headset mics as I have a dedicated desk mic so that's never a factor for me.
Plus I exclusively use my 7s as my console headphones(I pretty much only play single player gsmes on console) since I rock a whole stack with my HE4XXs on PC for that true audiophile goodness.
So overall is steel series better?? And what about the steel series pros in comparison??