Corsair HS65 SURROUND
Custom-tuned 50mm neodymium drivers deliver clear, detailed audio with 7.1 virtual surround and Dolby Atmos support on PC, plus Sony Tempest 3D Audio on PS5. The 282g aluminum-reinforced frame and leatherette memory foam ear cups provide all-day comfort, while SonarWorks SoundID tailors the sound to your taste. Best for gamers on PC, PS5, or Xbox who want a wired, comfortable headset with solid spatial audio and a flip-to-mute mic.
Snapshot
The 30-Second Version
The Corsair HS65 SURROUND sounds fantastic for the price, with 91st percentile audio and a solid mic. Comfort is the main gamble, and call quality is weak. At $60 USD, it's an easy recommendation for wired gaming.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Excellent sound quality with deep, controlled bass 91st
- Lightweight aluminum-reinforced build at just 282g 91st
- Flip-to-mute mic that actually sounds good 80th
- Wide compatibility via 3.5mm jack, including PS5 Tempest 3D audio 67th
Cons
- Comfort is hit or miss depending on head shape
- Call quality is a real weak spot
- No wireless option, which limits convenience
- ANC is basically nonexistent at the 32nd percentile
What owners think
The Word on the Street
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The proof
Performance
The custom-tuned 50mm neodymium drivers are the star here. Sound lands in the 91st percentile in our database, which puts it among the best gaming headsets we've tested. Bass hits deep without drowning out footsteps, and the virtual surround does a solid job placing sounds around you. The mic is also strong, sitting in the 81st percentile, so your squad will hear you clearly. The weak spot is calls, which scored just 40.8 out of 100. If you plan to use this for work meetings, temper expectations. Connectivity is also middling at the 48th percentile, but that's the trade-off for a simple 3.5mm jack that works with basically everything.
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed |
| Foldable | No |
| Weight | 0.3 kg / 0.6 lbs |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam leatherette |
| Headband | aluminum |
Audio
| Driver Type | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 50 |
| Drivers | 1 |
| Freq Min | 20 |
| Freq Max | 20000 |
| Impedance | 32 |
| Sensitivity | 114 |
| Hi-Res Audio | No |
| Surround | 7.1 Virtual Surround |
Noise Control
| ANC | No |
| Transparency | No |
Connectivity
| Wireless | No |
| Multipoint | No |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | No |
| Cable Length | 1.8 |
Microphone
| Microphone | Yes |
| Mic Count | 2 |
| NC Mic | No |
| Boom Mic | Yes |
| Detachable Mic | No |
| Mic Pattern | Omnidirectional |
Features
| Touch Controls | No |
| App | CORSAIR iCUE |
| Gaming Mode | No |
vs Competition
Stacked against the Sony ULT WEAR and Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4, the HS65 SURROUND is a different beast entirely. Those are wireless lifestyle headphones with ANC and premium price tags. The Corsair is a wired gaming headset that trades wireless freedom and noise cancellation for raw gaming audio performance at a fraction of the cost. The JBL Tune 670NC and TOZO HT3 are closer in spirit, but they're still wireless-first options. If you want a no-fuss wired headset that sounds great in games, the Corsair is the pick. If you need wireless or ANC, look at the Sony or Sennheiser instead.
| Spec | Corsair HS65 SURROUND | Sennheiser HDB 630 | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | Sony WH-1000XM WH-1000XM6 | JBL Tune 670NC | TOZO HT3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | on-ear | over-ear |
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size (mm) | 50 | 42 | 40 | 30 | 32 | 40 |
| Impedance Ohms | 32 | 480 | - | 48 | 32 | 16 |
| Wireless | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Open Closed Back | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.2 | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.3 | 6.0 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 60 | 30 | 30 | 70 | 90 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corsair HS65 SURROUND | 32 | 80.4 | 90.8 | 91 | 46 | 67.3 | 48.5 | 46 |
| Sennheiser HDB 630 Compare | 98.2 | 82.7 | 75.8 | 98.1 | 91.3 | 44.5 | 98.4 | 95.1 |
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Compare | 98.2 | 99.3 | 94.3 | 99 | 76.5 | 52 | 97.7 | 95.1 |
| Sony WH-1000XM WH-1000XM6 Compare | 98.2 | 98.4 | 75.8 | 86.7 | 76.5 | 80.1 | 89.4 | 98.7 |
| JBL Tune 670NC Compare | 98.2 | 64.1 | 75.8 | 84.9 | 94.3 | 87.2 | 99.2 | 98.7 |
| TOZO HT3 Compare | 89.8 | 82.7 | 94.3 | 98.6 | 97.7 | 52 | 96.8 | 95.1 |
Price
Value & Pricing
At $60 USD, this headset is a steal for the sound quality you get. You're getting 91st percentile audio in a package that costs less than most wireless gaming headsets. The CAD 110 price in Canada is also reasonable. The INR 36,198 listing is an outlier and frankly looks like a pricing error or import markup, so ignore that one. For the money, the HS65 SURROUND delivers more than it should on the audio front.
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Overview
The Corsair HS65 SURROUND is a wired gaming headset that gets the important stuff right. Sound quality is a standout, and the build feels more premium than the price suggests. At 282g, it's light enough for long sessions, though comfort depends a lot on your head shape.
It's not trying to be a wireless do-everything headset. It's a 3.5mm wired headset with Dolby Atmos support on PC, Tempest 3D audio on PS5, and a flip-to-mute mic. Simple, focused, and mostly well executed.
Common Questions
Q: Does the HS65 SURROUND work with PS5 and Xbox?
Yes, the 3.5mm jack works with PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and mobile devices. PS5 users also get Tempest 3D audio support.
Q: Is the microphone detachable?
No, the boom mic is built in, but it has a convenient flip-to-mute function so you can quickly silence yourself without unplugging anything.
Q: Does this headset have active noise cancellation?
No, the HS65 SURROUND does not have ANC. It's a closed-back wired headset, so it offers some passive noise isolation, but don't expect active cancellation.
Who Should Skip This
Skip this if you need wireless freedom or active noise cancellation. The HS65 SURROUND is wired only and ANC performance is near the bottom of our database. Also, if you plan to use it for work calls or video meetings, the 40.8 call score should give you pause. Look at the Sony ULT WEAR or Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 if calls and ANC matter more than gaming audio.
Verdict
Buy this if you want a wired gaming headset with genuinely great sound and don't want to spend a fortune. It's ideal for PC and PS5 gamers who care about audio positioning and mic clarity. The comfort gamble is the main thing to consider, so if you have a larger or unusually shaped head, try before you buy or make sure returns are easy.
