Introduction and Specifications

With sound this good the HS70 defies its price segment

Corsair’s HS70 gaming headset offers 2.4 GHz wireless operation, the option of 7.1 channel virtual surround effects, 50 mm neodymium drivers, and an impressively light weight. The big questions going into this review, as with all gaming headsets: how do they sound, how comfortable are they, and are they worth the price tag. Let’s find out!

While you will quickly discover that the majority of this review concerns sound quality, it’s worth first noting the attention Corsair has made with the build quality of the HS70. As the company explains:

“Like all other CORSAIR products, carefully selected materials and components ensure long term reliability. Unlike many competitors that resort to low grade plastic components in critical structural support areas to reduce cost, HS70 WIRELESS uses rigid (AL5052) aluminum alloy yokes and a metal internal headband for increased strength and durability. High quality ABS plastics are used to further reinforce the outer headband and improve impact resistance. We built this headset to last.”

Comfort has also been considered with lightweight construction (330g or about 11.6 oz) as well as memory foam padding in the ear cushions and headband. Clamping force, heat and moisture resistance, and weight distribution have all be considered in this design, according to Corsair, and it all looks really impressive on paper. Now we just need to take it out of the box!

The packaging includes the removable boom mic, USB charging cable, and of course the 2.4 GHz dongle as this is a wireless model.

Here’s a quick rundown of the specifications:

  • Available Colors: Carbon, White
  • Driver: 50mm Neodymium
  • Frequency Response: 20Hz – 20kHz
  • Impedance: 32 Ohms @ 1kHz
  • Sensitivity: 111 dB (± 3 dB)
  • Wireless Frequency: 2.4Ghz
  • Wireless Range: Up to 40 feet
  • Battery Life: Up to 16 hours
  • Mic Type: Unidirectional noise cancelling
  • Mic Impedance: 2.0k Ohms
  • Mic Frequency Response: 100Hz – 10kHz
  • Mic Sensitivity: -40 dB (± 3 dB)
  • Dimensions: 155mm(L) x 100mm(W) x 205mm(H)
  • Weight: 330g
  • Warranty: 2 years

  • Corsair HS70 Wireless Headset: $89.99 MSRP

We have the white version in for review, and the HS70 also comes in a stealthy all black “carbon” color. I think this headset looks more sophisticated in the black color, but that is a matter of opinion of course. In any case, initial impressions about quality are very good just handling it for these photos, and on the next page we will cover the fit and comfort before moving on to sound.

Review Terms and Disclosure
All Information as of the Date of Publication
How product was obtained: The product is on loan from Corsair for the purpose of this review.
What happens to product after review: The product remains the property of Corsair but is on extended loan for future testing and product comparisons.
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