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Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black) — Gaming · 2023 · Black
Corsair

Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black)

Gaming · 2023 · Black

86
/ 100
From $199
VS
Sennheiser HD 800 S wins by 9
Sennheiser HD 800 S — Open-back
Sennheiser

Sennheiser HD 800 S

Open-back

95
/ 100
From $1,699
Specdex verdict

Sennheiser HD 800 S takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black) lands at 86 and Sennheiser HD 800 S at 95. That puts Sennheiser HD 800 S ahead by 9 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black) if…

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

Pick Sennheiser HD 800 S 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

Sennheiser HD 800 S

Tuning, detail, and staging

Sennheiser HD 800 S leads on sound (95 vs 86).

Noise cancelling

Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black)

ANC strength for commute and travel

Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black) leads on anc (70 vs 0).

Comfort

Sennheiser HD 800 S

Long-session wearability

Sennheiser HD 800 S leads on comfort (88 vs 84).

Value for money

Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black)

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black) more score per dollar ($199 vs $1,699).

Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black) 86
vs
95 Sennheiser HD 800 S

Score breakdown

Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black)
86
anc 70
sound 86
comfort 84
battery 86
features 86
Sennheiser HD 800 S
95
anc 0
sound 95
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50

Specs side-by-side

Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black) versus Sennheiser HD 800 S — full spec comparison
Spec Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black) Sennheiser HD 800 S
Type
Gaming headset
Open-back
Variant
Black
—
Release year
2023
—

Corsair Virtuoso Pro (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

Sennheiser HD 800 S

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 Virtuoso Pro (Black) vs Sennheiser HD 800 S

Which is better, Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black) or Sennheiser HD 800 S? +

Sennheiser HD 800 S scores 95 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 9. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black) worth the price? +

At $199, Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black) delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in sound.

Is Sennheiser HD 800 S worth the price? +

At $1,699, Sennheiser HD 800 S delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in battery.

Does Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black) or Sennheiser HD 800 S 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 Virtuoso Pro (Black) or Sennheiser HD 800 S? +

Sennheiser HD 800 S — leads on sound (95 vs 86). Tuning, detail, and staging.

Which is better for noise cancelling, Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black) or Sennheiser HD 800 S? +

Corsair Virtuoso Pro (Black) — leads on anc (70 vs 0). ANC strength for commute and travel.