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Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless (Black) — Gaming · 2021 · Black
Corsair

Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless (Black)

Gaming · 2021 · Black

82
/ 100
From $149
VS
Audeze LCD-5 wins by 14
Audeze LCD-5 — Planar magnetic
Audeze

Audeze LCD-5

Planar magnetic

96
/ 100
From $4,500
Specdex verdict

Audeze LCD-5 takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless (Black) lands at 82 and Audeze LCD-5 at 96. That puts Audeze LCD-5 ahead by 14 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless (Black) if…

  • ✓Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
  • ✓Detachable broadcast mic
  • ✓Console compatibility

Pick Audeze LCD-5 if…

  • ✓Reference-level detail
  • ✓Well-regarded in audiophile community
  • ✓Long-term ownership appeal
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Sound quality

Audeze LCD-5

Tuning, detail, and staging

Audeze LCD-5 leads on sound (96 vs 82).

Noise cancelling

Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless (Black)

ANC strength for commute and travel

Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless (Black) leads on anc (70 vs 0).

Comfort

Audeze LCD-5

Long-session wearability

Audeze LCD-5 leads on comfort (88 vs 80).

Value for money

Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless (Black)

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless (Black) more score per dollar ($149 vs $4,500).

Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless (Black) 82
vs
96 Audeze LCD-5

Score breakdown

Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless (Black)
82
anc 70
sound 82
comfort 80
battery 86
features 82
Audeze LCD-5
96
anc 0
sound 96
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50

Specs side-by-side

Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless (Black) versus Audeze LCD-5 — full spec comparison
Spec Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless (Black) Audeze LCD-5
Type
Gaming headset
Planar magnetic
Variant
Black
—
Release year
2021
—

Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless (Black)

Pros
  • +Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
  • +Detachable broadcast mic
  • +Console compatibility
Cons
  • −Bulkier than audiophile cans
  • −Game-tuned EQ
  • −Software required on PC

Audeze LCD-5

Pros
  • +Reference-level detail
  • +Well-regarded in audiophile community
  • +Long-term ownership appeal
Cons
  • −Requires amplifier (most)
  • −No active noise cancellation
  • −Impractical for commuting

FAQ: Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless (Black) vs Audeze LCD-5

Which is better, Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless (Black) or Audeze LCD-5? +

Audeze LCD-5 scores 96 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 14. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless (Black) worth the price? +

At $149, Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless (Black) delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in battery.

Is Audeze LCD-5 worth the price? +

At $4,500, Audeze LCD-5 delivers a Specdex score of 96 — strongest in battery.

Does Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless (Black) or Audeze LCD-5 last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for sound quality, Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless (Black) or Audeze LCD-5? +

Audeze LCD-5 — leads on sound (96 vs 82). Tuning, detail, and staging.

Which is better for noise cancelling, Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless (Black) or Audeze LCD-5? +

Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless (Black) — leads on anc (70 vs 0). ANC strength for commute and travel.