Corsair HS65

Corsair’s HS65 Surround has a solid build and great sound quality for its price range, and is pretty comfortable to boot.

-- As reviewed by Tom's Hardware
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Product details

  • Hours of Comfortable Gaming: Leatherette memory foam ear cups with soft fabric, a mesh grill ear cup design, and an adjustable headband with aluminum-reinforced construction provide lightweight comfort just 282g.
  • Great Gaming Audio: High-quality, custom-tuned 50mm neodymium audio drivers deliver excellent sound with the range needed to hear everything on the battlefield, plus support for Sony Tempest 3D audio on PS5.
  • Dolby Audio 7.1 Surround Sound on PC and Mac: The included USB adapter enables a multi-channel audio experience, putting you right in the middle of your game.
  • SonarWorks SoundID Technology: For customized sound control that tailors your headset settings to your personal audio tastes on PC and Mac.
  • Multi-Platform Compatibility: Play on PC, PS5/PS4, Xbox Series X | S, Nintendo Switch, and mobile devices via a 3.5mm connector.

PROS

+ + Snug but comfortable fit
+ + Excellent audio quality
+ + Clear mic
+ + USB and 3.5mm combo allows use on PC and consoles alike

CONS

- Custom SoundID profiles can reduce sound clarity
- May be too snug for the largest heads
- Virtual surround bypasses sound card
- No hardware switch to enable/disable surround sound

Expert reviews and ratings

By Tom's Hardware on May 05, 2022
Corsair’s HS65 Surround has a solid build and great sound quality for its price range, and is pretty comfortable to boot.
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