Review: Corsair HS80 V2 Max Wireless Headset: Unique Materials, Long Battery Life, Huge Bugs
The Corsair HS80 V2 Max Wireless Headset is a premium gaming headset priced at £170/$200 that offers extensive cross-platform compatibility and impressive battery longevity, though it falls short of justifying its price point due to several significant issues.
The headset delivers 110 hours of 2.4GHz wireless battery life and features upgraded “non-newtonian” drivers designed for competitive gaming. Its connectivity spans PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation consoles, mobile devices, and tablets through simultaneous 2.4GHz wireless and Bluetooth support, making it a near-universal solution for multi-platform gamers. The comfortable design aims for extended gaming sessions.
However, the review indicates the HS80 V2 Max struggles to differentiate itself from both more feature-rich competitors and earlier HS80 models. The title references “huge bugs,” suggesting significant software or firmware issues that undermine its solid specifications. The headset also notably lacks Xbox compatibility, which requires a proprietary codec not included in this model.
The reviewer suggests that at £170/$200, consumers may find better value in competing alternatives offering more complete feature sets or more refined implementations, particularly given the apparent quality control issues present in this version.