Need a versatile gaming headset but don't want to splurge for pricey perks? The stellar Corsair HS50 impresses throughout.
Strong stereo sound; Comfortable and sturdy; Excellent value
Lacks surround sound; Mic could be easily misplaced
Manufacturer: Corsair
Need a versatile gaming headset but don't want to splurge for pricey perks? The stellar Corsair HS50 impresses throughout.
Strong stereo sound; Comfortable and sturdy; Excellent value
Lacks surround sound; Mic could be easily misplaced
The HS50 is the newest analogue gaming headset from Corsair. Priced under £60, this rather simplistic pair of cans offers great audio playback, decent build quality and a comfortable design.
Great value for money; Excellent sound quality; Strong and sturdy build; Very comfortable
Non-removable earcups; Requires a good DAC
With a street price around $50, Corsair's HS50 is naturally an interesting contender. We're certainly not expecting any miracles from such a value-oriented headset. However, we're curious to see if the HS50 can beat higher-end models that put more emphasis on flashy looks.
Attractive price point; Sharp; understated design; Intuitive volume/mute controls; Good sound (after equalizer optimizations
Not ideal for large heads; Exaggerated lows and highs by default
Corsair is no stranger to the gaming headset market. Its VOID line of gaming headsets blends futuristic design with superb audio quality and exceptional comfort. In fact, the VOID Pro RGB is widely considered by many gamers as one of the best headsets.
Well hey now, impressive, for 50 USD/EUROs Corsair has a really good headset to offer! I mean, I heard you guys state it in previous Corsair reviews, please strip the RGB, wireless and audio card. Well, this is the end-result. A pure analog headset with two proper 50mm drivers.
Corsair has built upon a range of Void gaming headsets with newer iterations released on a regular cadence. These headsets have select combinations of surround sound, RGB lighting and wired and wireless support, though starting at £85, they are out of the reach of the casual gamer.
Minimalist design; Comfortable; Become pleasingly loud; Fully-detachable microphone
Average sound quality
Corsair's HS50 Stereo Gaming Headset boasts solid build quality and classy looks plus a Swiss Army knife's worth of compatibility. We gamed with the HS50...
Considering its price of just £55, it is very well built – using a combination of metal and plastic, it feels rigid and strong, and definitely able to cope with one or two knocks.
Affordable; Good build quality and comfort; Looks good; On-ear controls; Sounds quality is impressive; particularly the detail in the high-end; Mic is also decent
Ear cushions aren't removable
In conclusion, the HS50 from Corsair is an affordable headset that meets the demand for you audio lovers. They give you several ways to make the HS50 you next headset, an ergonomic design and awesome price. No Cue Software with this headset, just plug it in and go. Great headset all around!
Price; Build Quality; Microphone clarity; Discord Certified; Multi-Platform Compatibility; 50mm Drivers; 2 year Warranty
Almost every gaming peripheral has one unique feature. Even the most unremarkable mouse, keyboard or headset usually has one thing - even if it's just a tiny bell or whistle - that sets it apart from the scads of competitors on the market.
Comfortable fit; Decent game audio; Inexpensive
Disappointing music performance; Dated design; No defining features
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