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General

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Series

HS801Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011295-na/hs80-max-wireless-gaming-headset-steel-gray-ca-9011295-naRead 10 October 2026Product family name HS80 MAX WIRELESS. The maker blog places it with the HS80 and HS80 RGB headsets.

PULSE1Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/accessories/pulse-elite-wireless-headsetRead 8 October 2026Original 2024 PULSE Elite headset. This is separate from PULSE 3D, older PULSE Elite Edition and later PULSE/Edge announcements.

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

CA-9011295-NA, CA-9011296-NA, RDA00471Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011295-na/hs80-max-wireless-gaming-headset-steel-gray-ca-9011295-naRead 10 October 2026Steel Gray is CA-9011295-NA. The White swatch on the same page links to CA-9011296-NA. RDA0047 is the headset model in the quick start guide.2Owner's manualqsg.corsair.com/ca-9011295Read 10 October 2026Headset model RDA0047. RDA0048 is the receiver and is excluded.

CFI-ZWH23Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en/corporate/support/manuals/accessories/ps5-accessories/pulse-elite-wireless-headset/CFI-ZWH2_Pulse_Elite_Safety_Guide_Web%24en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Guide identifies headset CFI-ZWH2, original USB adapter CFI-ZWA2 and hanger CFI-ZPH2. Only the headset is stored as a device model. SoundGuys overview CFI-ZHW2 spelling is not copied.

GTIN / EAN

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71171956827811Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0CMDH9M5WRead 10 October 2026Amazon US listing for the PlayStation PULSE Elite Wireless Headset, Color White, Style PlayStation 5, Manufacturer Sony, UPC 711719568278 (valid check digit). The listing prints the model as CFI-ZHW2, a transposition of the maker's CFI-ZWH2, which the maker guide confirms. The Midnight Black listing has a different UPC and is not stored.

AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

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23 August 20237Press releaseblog.playstation.comRead 8 October 2026Original August 23, 2023 article reveals the new PULSE Elite. Later article updates add launch/preorder details, not a different announcement date.

Status

Available1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011295-na/hs80-max-wireless-gaming-headset-steel-gray-ca-9011295-naRead 10 October 2026On sale at $149.99 on the US store. The launch price is stored separately.

Available2Maker product pagedirect.playstation.com/en-us/buy-accessories/pulse-elite-wireless-headset-ps5Read 8 October 2026Released headset with a current US maker listing. This does not promise current stock or a future delivery date.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

CORSAIR HS80 v2 MAX Wireless14Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/headsets/hs80-v2-max-vs-hs80-max-whats-the-differenceRead 23 October 2026Corsair's comparison page calls the HS80 v2 MAX the next step in the HS80 MAX line and calls the HS80 MAX its predecessor.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

$179.995Reviewtomshardware.com/reviews/corsair-hs80max-wirelessRead 10 October 2026MSRP $179.99 at the time of review.6Reviewguru3d.com/articles-pages/corsair-hs80-max-wireless-headset-review,1.htmlRead 10 October 2026Review published 2023-08-11: MSRP set at 179.99 USD7Reviewtechradar.com/computing/peripherals-accessories/corsair-hs80-max-wireless-reviewRead 10 October 2026Price $179.99 / GBP 169.99 / AU$299 at review.13Press articlekitguru.net/tech-news/featured-tech-news/joao-silva/corsair-launches-new-hs80-max-wireless-headset-with-soundidRead 10 October 2026The HS80 MAX has an MSRP of GBP 169.99 and USD 179.99.

$149.997Press releaseblog.playstation.comRead 8 October 2026Original maker announcement prices PULSE Elite at 149.99 USD. Original White standard headset with adapter and hanger, not the separately priced PlayStation Link adapter. US tax treatment is not stated.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

€189.996Reviewguru3d.com/articles-pages/corsair-hs80-max-wireless-headset-review,1.htmlRead 10 October 2026Same sentence gives 189.99 EUR. The review does not state the tax treatment or region.

€149.997Press releaseblog.playstation.comRead 8 October 2026Same maker announcement gives 149.99 EURO for standard model. European launch claim, not converted from USD. VAT treatment is not stated.

MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

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US2Maker product pagedirect.playstation.com/en-us/buy-accessories/pulse-elite-wireless-headset-ps5Read 8 October 2026US store reference, standard White bundle. No regional commercial SKU or GTIN is guessed.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Steel Gray, White1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011295-na/hs80-max-wireless-gaming-headset-steel-gray-ca-9011295-naRead 10 October 2026Steel Gray and White swatches.

White2Maker product pagedirect.playstation.com/en-us/buy-accessories/pulse-elite-wireless-headset-ps5Read 8 October 2026Exact US direct-purchase page selected White. Midnight Black and other editions are excluded from this reference. UK carrying-case bundle claims are not transferred to the selected US package.

Segment

Gaming1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011295-na/hs80-max-wireless-gaming-headset-steel-gray-ca-9011295-naRead 10 October 2026Sold in the maker Gaming Headsets category and described as a multi-platform gaming headset.

Gaming1Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/accessories/pulse-elite-wireless-headsetRead 8 October 2026Maker positions this as a PlayStation gaming headset.

Design

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Form factor

Over-ear12Reviewhwbusters.com/audio/corsair-hs80-max-wireless-reviewRead 10 October 2026Type: Over-ear

Over-ear9Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/sony/pulse-elite-wirelessRead 8 October 2026Public exact-model introduction explicitly describes over-ear gaming headphones.

Ear cup enclosureiClosed, open or semi-open acoustic enclosure. This does not describe how the headset folds.

Closed6Reviewguru3d.com/articles-pages/corsair-hs80-max-wireless-headset-review,1.htmlRead 10 October 2026Review text mentions closed ear cups.12Reviewhwbusters.com/audio/corsair-hs80-max-wireless-reviewRead 10 October 2026Technical specifications: Enclosure Closed Back

Closed9Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/sony/pulse-elite-wirelessRead 8 October 2026Public exact-model introduction explicitly states closed-back design.

Wearing style

Headband1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011295-na/hs80-max-wireless-gaming-headset-steel-gray-ca-9011295-naRead 10 October 2026Over-ear headset with a floating headband.

Headband9Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/sony/pulse-elite-wirelessRead 8 October 2026Public exact-model introduction identifies the dual-headband construction.

FoldingiFlat means the ear cups rotate flat. Inward means the ear cups fold toward the headband.

Flat9Reviewsmartworld.it/recensioni/corsair-hs80-max-wirelessRead 10 October 2026The 90 degree rotation lets the ear cups rest flat on the neck. The headset does not fold inward.

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Swivelling ear cupsiEar cups can rotate relative to the headband. Tilting alone does not count.

Yes9Reviewsmartworld.it/recensioni/corsair-hs80-max-wirelessRead 10 October 2026The ear cups attach through a pivot that rotates 90 degrees.10Reviewimpulsegamer.com/corsair-hs80-max-rgb-premiumwireless-gaming-headset-reviewRead 10 October 2026Reviewer says the sides swivel.

Yes8Reviewsoundguys.com/playstation-pulse-elite-review-113057Read 8 October 2026Exact white-model review explicitly says ear cups rotate on ball joints. Rotation is documented, but flat or inward folding is not established.

RGB lighting

Yes1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011295-na/hs80-max-wireless-gaming-headset-steel-gray-ca-9011295-naRead 10 October 2026

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Lighting zonesiNumber of independently controllable lighting areas across both ear cups.

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Drivers and sound

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Driver type

Dynamic12Reviewhwbusters.com/audio/corsair-hs80-max-wireless-reviewRead 10 October 2026Technical specifications: Transducer Dynamic

Planar magnetic1Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/accessories/pulse-elite-wireless-headsetRead 8 October 2026Maker explicitly identifies custom-designed planar magnetic drivers. Driver diameter, diaphragm, magnet material and transducer count are not specified.

Driver sizeiDiameter of the largest sound driver. Do not use the microphone capsule diameter.

50mm1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011295-na/hs80-max-wireless-gaming-headset-steel-gray-ca-9011295-naRead 10 October 2026Headphone Drivers 50mm. Overview names precisely tuned 50mm high-density neodymium drivers.3Maker product pagecorsair.com/ww/en/explorer/gamer/headsets/corsair-hs80-max-everything-you-need-to-knowRead 10 October 2026Audio Driver: Custom 50mm Neodymium

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Drivers per sideiNumber of sound-producing transducers in one side, excluding microphones.

16Reviewguru3d.com/articles-pages/corsair-hs80-max-wireless-headset-review,1.htmlRead 10 October 2026Review says the headset has only two drivers, which are two 50 mm neodymium drivers. This is one per ear cup.

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Diaphragm material

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Magnet

Neodymium1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011295-na/hs80-max-wireless-gaming-headset-steel-gray-ca-9011295-naRead 10 October 2026Overview: 50mm high-density neodymium drivers.

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Frequency response (wired or passive)iPublished acoustic range for wired listening, or the maker’s single range when no mode is distinguished. Power state and test standard belong in the source note.

Min20 HzMax20 kHz1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011295-na/hs80-max-wireless-gaming-headset-steel-gray-ca-9011295-naRead 10 October 2026Headphone Frequency Response 20Hz - 20kHz3Maker product pagecorsair.com/ww/en/explorer/gamer/headsets/corsair-hs80-max-everything-you-need-to-knowRead 10 October 2026

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Wireless audio transmission bandiFrequency range of audio transmitted over the wireless connection, not the acoustic response of the driver. Codec, sampling rate and bitrate conditions belong in the source note. When the maker gives a range per codec, the widest range is stored and its codec goes in the source note.

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Impedance (passive when specified)iUse the headset-off value for a passive analog connection when the maker publishes both powered and passive values. Note the power state and test frequency.

32Ω3Maker product pagecorsair.com/ww/en/explorer/gamer/headsets/corsair-hs80-max-everything-you-need-to-knowRead 10 October 2026Impedance: 32 Ohms @ 1kHz. The product page text says 32k Ohms, which is a typo.

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Sensitivity (passive when specified)iUse the headset-off figure when both powered and passive values exist. The power or voltage reference, test distance and frequency belong in the source note.

119dB1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011295-na/hs80-max-wireless-gaming-headset-steel-gray-ca-9011295-naRead 10 October 2026Headphone Sensitivity 119dB (+/-3dB). The page gives no power or voltage reference, so no reference is stored. A launch press kit quoted 116 dB and 20 Hz to 40 kHz. The maker page and maker blog give 119 dB and 20 kHz.3Maker product pagecorsair.com/ww/en/explorer/gamer/headsets/corsair-hs80-max-everything-you-need-to-knowRead 10 October 2026

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Sensitivity referenceiPublished power or voltage reference for sensitivity. Do not assume 1 mW when the source gives only a dB value.

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THD (claimed)iPublished distortion figure or numerical upper bound. The source note states any less-than sign and test level.

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Max input power

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Max digital audio sample rateiHighest supported digital audio sample rate over a USB cable or wireless dongle. This is not the microphone rate or acoustic frequency response.

96kHz10Reviewimpulsegamer.com/corsair-hs80-max-rgb-premiumwireless-gaming-headset-reviewRead 10 October 2026Spec list: Audio Resolution Up to 24bit/96kHz Wireless. This list also has a few values that differ from the shipping maker spec, such as 116 dB sensitivity, so only the audio resolution is used.11Reviewthesixthaxis.com/2023/12/20/corsair-hs80-max-wireless-gaming-headset-reviewRead 10 October 2026Review says the headset delivers 24bit/96kHz sound with the USB dongle on PC, Mac and PlayStation.

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Max digital audio bit depthiHighest published digital playback bit depth over a USB cable or wireless dongle.

24bits10Reviewimpulsegamer.com/corsair-hs80-max-rgb-premiumwireless-gaming-headset-reviewRead 10 October 2026Same line: 24bit/96kHz Wireless.11Reviewthesixthaxis.com/2023/12/20/corsair-hs80-max-wireless-gaming-headset-reviewRead 10 October 2026Same sentence.

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DAC

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Personalised soundiA manufacturer-supported hearing test or ear scan creates a device sound profile tailored to the listener. Generic equalizer adjustments do not count.

Yes1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011295-na/hs80-max-wireless-gaming-headset-steel-gray-ca-9011295-naRead 10 October 2026Sonarworks SoundID technology creates a personal sound profile.2Owner's manualqsg.corsair.com/ca-9011295Read 10 October 2026SoundID requires the USB wireless receiver and is not available with Bluetooth.3Maker product pagecorsair.com/ww/en/explorer/gamer/headsets/corsair-hs80-max-everything-you-need-to-knowRead 10 October 20264Maker product pagecorsair.com/ww/en/explorer/gamer/headsets/corsair-hs80-vs-hs80-maxRead 10 October 2026Maker comparison page: SoundID sound personalization is new on the MAX.7Reviewtechradar.com/computing/peripherals-accessories/corsair-hs80-max-wireless-reviewRead 10 October 2026Sonarworks SoundID creates a personal sound profile in a five-minute test.

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Onboard EQiCustom playback EQ profiles stored in the headset and applied without the host app running. Note supported active connections. Receiver-only or software-only EQ does not count.

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Yes6Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2024/02/21/pulse-elite-wireless-headset-launches-starting-today-the-starters-guide-to-playstations-latest-line-of-innovative-audio-productsRead 8 October 2026Sony explicitly states EQ and sidetone configured on PS5 carry over to PS Portal, PC/Mac over PS Link, Bluetooth and 3.5 mm analog devices. The profile therefore persists in the headset. Original setup uses PS5, current Windows driver support is separately qualified.

Custom EQ bandsiNumber of bands in the custom playback equalizer. Microphone EQ bands are excluded.

107Reviewtechradar.com/computing/peripherals-accessories/corsair-hs80-max-wireless-reviewRead 10 October 2026Review: there is a ten-band EQ in iCUE.8Reviewlanoc.org/review/audio/corsair-hs80-max-wirelessRead 10 October 2026iCUE equalizer page has a 10 band EQ with a range of 12 dB up or down.

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EQ presets

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Standard, Bass, Shooter6Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2024/02/21/pulse-elite-wireless-headset-launches-starting-today-the-starters-guide-to-playstations-latest-line-of-innovative-audio-productsRead 8 October 2026Sony names Standard, Bass and Shooter premade presets plus up to three custom presets. No published band count is found. Unnamed custom slots are not invented as preset names.

Volume limit

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Spatial audio

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Spatial audio supportiNamed headset or host spatial-audio systems that the maker or reviewer explicitly supports. A platform feature may require compatible hardware, software or a separate licence.

Dolby Atmos1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011295-na/hs80-max-wireless-gaming-headset-steel-gray-ca-9011295-naRead 10 October 2026Audio: Dolby Atmos. Overview names Dolby Atmos Spatial Audio. The iCUE blurb also mentions Dolby Audio 7.1 surround, but Tom's Hardware says the headset has no 5.1 or 7.1 virtual surround, so only Dolby Atmos is stored.

Tempest 3D AudioTech6Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2024/02/21/pulse-elite-wireless-headset-launches-starting-today-the-starters-guide-to-playstations-latest-line-of-innovative-audio-productsRead 8 October 2026Sony explicitly names PS5 Tempest 3D AudioTech with PULSE Elite. Compatible PS5 system, title and audio settings are required. No paid Dolby/DTS licence or head tracking is inferred.

Spatial audio licence includediA paid spatial-audio licence is bundled or embedded. Compatibility with a separately purchased app does not count.

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Head tracking

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Noise cancelling

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Active noise cancelling

No12Reviewhwbusters.com/audio/corsair-hs80-max-wireless-reviewRead 10 October 2026Active Noise Cancelation: No

No9Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/sony/pulse-elite-wirelessRead 8 October 2026Public comparison explicitly distinguishes INZONE H9 active cancellation from PULSE Elite, and SoundGuys exact review explicitly says it has no active noise cancellation. Microphone AI rejection is separate.

ANC typeiFeedforward uses outside microphones. Feedback uses inside microphones. Hybrid uses both. Voice-call noise filtering is separate.

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ANC microphonesiTotal microphones used for active playback noise cancellation across both sides. Do not substitute the total physical or voice microphone count.

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Adaptive ANCiNoise cancellation automatically changes with the environment or fit. Manually choosing a level does not count.

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ANC levelsiNumber of adjustable cancellation strength steps. Off and transparency modes are excluded.

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ANC attenuation (claimed)

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Transparency mode

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Adjustable transparency

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Conversation detectioniAudio pauses or lowers automatically when the wearer speaks. Voice assistant activation does not count.

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Wind noise reduction

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Measured

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Frequency response notesiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Default measured response has a bass bump around 100 Hz and treble peaks between 4.5 and 9 kHz above the reviewer preference curve.8Reviewsoundguys.com/playstation-pulse-elite-review-113057Read 8 October 2026Objective Measurements section explicitly describes 100 Hz bump and 4.5-9 kHz peaks against SoundGuys headphone preference curve. Test firmware 0136. Rig, level and exact connection for this curve are not published in the visible section, so no numerical regional deviations are invented.

Bass amountiReviewer’s bass deviation from its stated target. Positive is more bass. Target and test method belong in the source note.

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Treble amountiReviewer’s treble deviation from its stated target. Positive is more treble. Target and test method belong in the source note.

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Deviation from targetiReviewer’s full-range error from its target curve. Do not substitute a regional bass or treble error.

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Consistency between fittingsiReviewer’s standard deviation across repeated fittings. Test rig and fitting procedure belong in the source note.

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Harmonic distortioniIndependently measured harmonic distortion, with test level and method in the source note.

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Sound leakageiIndependently measured leakage at 30 cm. Playback level and method belong in the source note.

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Measured noise isolationiIndependently measured attenuation. Positive values mean more noise reduction. ANC state, rig and frequency bands belong in the source note.

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Noise isolation (measured, best)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Passive isolation (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic quality notesiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Reviewer-recorded speech was natural and intelligible in ideal and office-noise samples.8Reviewsoundguys.com/playstation-pulse-elite-review-113057Read 8 October 2026Exact recorded ideal, office and reverb samples described by the reviewer. Firmware 0136. Capture connection, test rig and numerical extension/SNR are not stated. No microphone count or pattern is inferred.

Mic low-frequency extensioniMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic high-frequency extensioniMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic speech-to-noise ratioiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Measured latencyiEnd-to-end latency measured by a reviewer for a specific connection, platform and codec. Firmware, method and operating mode belong in the source note.

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Bluetooth latency (measured, worst)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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2.4 GHz latency (measured, worst)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Measured battery lifeiReviewer’s continuous playback test. State the connection, ANC and lighting where known. Unknown settings stay omitted and are described in the source note.

ACORSAIR HS80 MAX Wireless

Connection	Hours (h)
2.4 GHz	50

Source6Reviewguru3d.com/articles-pages/corsair-hs80-max-wireless-headset-review,1.htmlRead 10 October 2026Reviewer writes it got about 50 hours on the 2.4 GHz connection against the claimed 65. Volume, RGB state and test method are not stated, so lighting stays omitted.

BSony PULSE Elite Wireless Headset

Hours (h)
53

Source9Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/sony/pulse-elite-wirelessRead 8 October 2026Public exact PULSE Elite verdict explicitly reports 53-hour continuous battery life. It is retained as the published rounded continuous result. Connection, volume, codec, firmware, lighting and other test settings are not disclosed in visible text and row cells stay omitted. No member-only numeric cells or test-setting tables were read. SoundGuys 49 hours 31 minutes is logged mixed gaming/music and sometimes simultaneous wireless use, not its regular continuous procedure, so it is not inserted into this continuous-playback table.

Battery life (measured, max)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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53h=CalculatedFrom Measured battery life

Clamping forceiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Weight (measured)iIndependently weighed headset. A review that repeats the maker’s number does not qualify. Cable and microphone inclusion belong in the source note.

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Microphone

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MicrophoneiMain microphone used for speech. Secondary internal microphones may be described in the source note.

Fixed boom1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011295-na/hs80-max-wireless-gaming-headset-steel-gray-ca-9011295-naRead 10 October 2026Detachable Microphone: No. The boom flips up. Listed as fixed because it is permanently attached.

Retractable boom1Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/accessories/pulse-elite-wireless-headsetRead 8 October 2026Maker names a fully retractable boom microphone.

Microphone element

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Microphone pickup patterniUse the maker’s exact named pattern. Unidirectional does not establish whether the capsule is cardioid, supercardioid or hypercardioid.

Omnidirectional1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011295-na/hs80-max-wireless-gaming-headset-steel-gray-ca-9011295-naRead 10 October 2026Microphone Type: Omni-directional3Maker product pagecorsair.com/ww/en/explorer/gamer/headsets/corsair-hs80-max-everything-you-need-to-knowRead 10 October 2026

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Voice microphonesiTotal microphones used for voice pickup or beamforming across both sides. ANC-only microphones are excluded.

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Total microphonesiEvery physical microphone across the headset, including call, ANC and calibration microphones. Shared microphones count once. Excludes microphones in charging cases or receivers, and vibration sensors. Use an explicitly published physical total, never a sum of overlapping role counts.

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Mic frequency responseiAcoustic microphone response, not its digital sampling rate. Connection-specific ranges belong in the source note.

Min100 HzMax10 kHz1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011295-na/hs80-max-wireless-gaming-headset-steel-gray-ca-9011295-naRead 10 October 2026Microphone Frequency Response 100Hz to 10kHz3Maker product pagecorsair.com/ww/en/explorer/gamer/headsets/corsair-hs80-max-everything-you-need-to-knowRead 10 October 2026

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Mic sensitivityiPublished microphone sensitivity. Reference such as dBV/Pa or dBFS, frequency and distance belong in the source note.

-38dB1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011295-na/hs80-max-wireless-gaming-headset-steel-gray-ca-9011295-naRead 10 October 2026Microphone Sensitivity -38 dB (+/-3dB). Reference and frequency are not stated.3Maker product pagecorsair.com/ww/en/explorer/gamer/headsets/corsair-hs80-max-everything-you-need-to-knowRead 10 October 2026

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Mic signal-to-noiseiPublished microphone signal-to-noise ratio. Minimum or typical conditions belong in the source note.

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Mic sample rateiExplicitly published digital microphone capture or speech sampling rate. State the audio route in the source note, or say it is unpublished. Internal capture does not prove the effective rate on every connection. Acoustic bandwidth, playback rate and generic microphone-chip capability do not qualify.

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Mic noise reductioniProcessing that removes noise from transmitted speech. Playback ANC and a directional microphone alone do not count.

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AI1Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/accessories/pulse-elite-wireless-headsetRead 8 October 2026AI-enhanced noise rejection applies to outgoing microphone voice, not active playback noise cancellation.

Flip to mute

Yes2Owner's manualqsg.corsair.com/ca-9011295Read 10 October 2026Flip-up microphone to mute. Flip-down to unmute.3Maker product pagecorsair.com/ww/en/explorer/gamer/headsets/corsair-hs80-max-everything-you-need-to-knowRead 10 October 2026

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Mute button

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Yes6Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2024/02/21/pulse-elite-wireless-headset-launches-starting-today-the-starters-guide-to-playstations-latest-line-of-innovative-audio-productsRead 8 October 2026Sony explicitly documents the headset microphone mute button. DualSense mute control on PS5 is separate.

Mute indicatoriPublished indication of microphone mute. mechanical_marker is a visible physical marker showing the microphone's mute-switch position. LED options require an electronic light. The in-line controller option is for a mute light on a cable remote.

LED on mic2Owner's manualqsg.corsair.com/ca-9011295Read 10 October 2026Lists a microphone status LED on the headset.8Reviewlanoc.org/review/audio/corsair-hs80-max-wirelessRead 10 October 2026A translucent section on the mic boom lights red when the microphone is muted.

LED on mic6Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2024/02/21/pulse-elite-wireless-headset-launches-starting-today-the-starters-guide-to-playstations-latest-line-of-innovative-audio-productsRead 8 October 2026Sony launch guide explicitly identifies the LED on the boom mic as the mute-state indicator. Its colour is not stored because secondary descriptions disagree.

Sidetone

Yes1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011295-na/hs80-max-wireless-gaming-headset-steel-gray-ca-9011295-naRead 10 October 2026The iCUE panel lists Sidetone Control.

Yes6Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2024/02/21/pulse-elite-wireless-headset-launches-starting-today-the-starters-guide-to-playstations-latest-line-of-innovative-audio-productsRead 8 October 2026Sony documents listening to your own voice through the headset.

Adjustable sidetone

Yes7Reviewtechradar.com/computing/peripherals-accessories/corsair-hs80-max-wireless-reviewRead 10 October 2026Volume and sidetone adjustments are available in iCUE.8Reviewlanoc.org/review/audio/corsair-hs80-max-wirelessRead 10 October 2026iCUE page controls microphone volume and sidetone.

Yes6Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2024/02/21/pulse-elite-wireless-headset-launches-starting-today-the-starters-guide-to-playstations-latest-line-of-innovative-audio-productsRead 8 October 2026PS5 sidetone volume is adjustable and its setting carries over to other connections. Current Windows driver also documents sidetone controls.

Foam microphone windscreeniA foam cover for the voice microphone. An internal metal mesh pop filter does not count.

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Connectivity

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Audio connectionsiConnections that carry playback audio. Charging or firmware USB alone does not count as USB audio.

2.4 GHz, Bluetooth1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011295-na/hs80-max-wireless-gaming-headset-steel-gray-ca-9011295-naRead 10 October 2026Interface: USB wireless receiver. Overview: 2.4GHz wireless or Bluetooth.4Maker product pagecorsair.com/ww/en/explorer/gamer/headsets/corsair-hs80-vs-hs80-maxRead 10 October 2026Bluetooth added over the HS80. 2.4GHz dongle for desktop.

2.4 GHz, Bluetooth, Analog5Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/connect-pulse-elite-otherRead 8 October 2026Sony documents PlayStation Link, Bluetooth and a powered 3.5 mm analog path. NA guide explicitly specifies PlayStation Link 2.4 GHz. USB charging/firmware does not add a USB-audio connection.

Analog source plugsiAnalog plug(s) supplied for the source device, including adapters. The headset-side jack is listed separately.

Not available

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Cable connector on headsetiConnection used by the playback cable at the headset. A fixed cable is not replaceable through a headset jack.

Not available

3.5 mm5Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/connect-pulse-elite-otherRead 8 October 2026Wired connection uses the headset 3.5 mm audio input. A compatible 4-conductor cable carries audio and microphone. A 3-conductor cable carries audio only. Neither cable is supplied, so analog source-plug enum values are not stored as included plugs.

Longest included cableiLength of the longest supplied cable, including charging and dongle cables. Individual cable lengths are listed in Cables included.

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Headset USB plug or portiUSB plug or port on the headset or its included wired audio adapter. A charging-only USB port can appear here.

USB-C5Reviewtomshardware.com/reviews/corsair-hs80max-wirelessRead 10 October 2026The headset has a USB-C port on the left ear cup and ships with a six-foot USB-C cable.8Reviewlanoc.org/review/audio/corsair-hs80-max-wirelessRead 10 October 2026USB Type-C charging port on the left ear cup.

USB-C8Reviewsoundguys.com/playstation-pulse-elite-review-113057Read 8 October 2026Controls section explicitly identifies USB-C port on headset. Included USB-A-to-C cable is also named. This field describes the headset charging connector, not receiver connector or USB audio.

Audio over USB-C cableiPlayback through a USB-C cable or included wired USB-C audio adapter. A charging-only USB-C port does not count.

Not available

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Passive wired listeningiAnalog playback works with the headset powered off or its battery empty. An active analog converter that needs headset power does not count.

Not available

No5Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/connect-pulse-elite-otherRead 8 October 2026Sony wired setup explicitly requires turning the headset on. It does not play passive analog audio with a depleted battery. Wired use disables PS Link and Bluetooth connections.

Wireless receiveriDedicated wireless audio receiver or dongle. A wired USB sound card does not count.

Included1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011295-na/hs80-max-wireless-gaming-headset-steel-gray-ca-9011295-naRead 10 October 20262Owner's manualqsg.corsair.com/ca-9011295Read 10 October 2026

Included2Maker product pagedirect.playstation.com/en-us/buy-accessories/pulse-elite-wireless-headset-ps5Read 8 October 2026Complete box list includes a PlayStation Link USB adapter. The original 2024 NA safety guide identifies adapter CFI-ZWA2 separately from the headset CFI-ZWH2. Later CFI-ZWA3 removable-connector adapters are not the selected reference.

Wireless receiver connectoriPhysical USB connector on the receiver. Supplied extension cables and adapters are explained in the source note. Both means two native connector types.

USB-A2Owner's manualqsg.corsair.com/ca-9011295Read 10 October 2026RF wireless mode: connect the wireless USB transmitter to any USB (type-A) port.

USB-A4Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/connect-pulse-eliteRead 8 October 2026Connect to PS5 section explicitly inserts the included original adapter into a USB Type-A port. No native USB-C receiver or later replacement adapter is inherited.

Wireless range (claimed)iMaker’s advertised wireless range. Connection and indoor or outdoor conditions belong in the source note. Measured distance is not stored here.

15.24m1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011295-na/hs80-max-wireless-gaming-headset-steel-gray-ca-9011295-naRead 10 October 2026Wireless Range: Up to 50ft. The quick start guide gives 15.24 m.2Owner's manualqsg.corsair.com/ca-9011295Read 10 October 2026Designed to operate at up to 50 feet (15.24 m) from the transmitter.3Maker product pagecorsair.com/ww/en/explorer/gamer/headsets/corsair-hs80-max-everything-you-need-to-knowRead 10 October 202650ft/15m 2.4GHz range

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Bluetooth

5.29Reviewsmartworld.it/recensioni/corsair-hs80-max-wirelessRead 10 October 2026Spec list: Bluetooth 5.2. Profiles A2DP, HFP, HSP. No codecs are named.10Reviewimpulsegamer.com/corsair-hs80-max-rgb-premiumwireless-gaming-headset-reviewRead 10 October 2026Spec list: Bluetooth Radio Version Bluetooth 5.2, Bluetooth range up to 30 feet.

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Bluetooth codecsiNamed Bluetooth audio codecs supported by this exact model. Host, firmware and operating-mode restrictions belong in the source note.

Not available

SBC8Reviewsoundguys.com/playstation-pulse-elite-review-113057Read 8 October 2026Exact review objective MDAQS image explicitly labels a Bluetooth SBC test. This establishes SBC support on tested firmware 0136, not an exhaustive codec list or proprietary PS Link codec.

LE AudioiLE Audio playback support. Bluetooth Low Energy for app control alone does not count.

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AuracastiAuracast broadcast audio support. Required phone, firmware and app conditions belong in the source note.

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Bluetooth multipointiCan remain connected to multiple Bluetooth source devices at once. Mixing Bluetooth with a proprietary dongle is a separate field. A maker's dual connection to two Bluetooth devices at once counts.

No7Reviewtechradar.com/computing/peripherals-accessories/corsair-hs80-max-wireless-reviewRead 10 October 2026Review says it does not have multipoint connectivity.12Reviewhwbusters.com/audio/corsair-hs80-max-wireless-reviewRead 10 October 2026Multi-device connection: No

No5Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/connect-pulse-elite-otherRead 8 October 2026Sony explicitly permits connection and playback from only one Bluetooth source at a time. Proprietary PS Link plus Bluetooth mixing is separate.

Multipoint devicesiNumber of Bluetooth source devices connected at once, not the number remembered for later pairing.

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15Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/connect-pulse-elite-otherRead 8 October 2026One simultaneous Bluetooth source. Not the count of remembered pairings or combined PS Link/Bluetooth hosts.

Paired devices remembered

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105Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/connect-pulse-elite-otherRead 8 October 2026Up to ten remembered Bluetooth devices. Sony separately documents eight PS Link adapter pairings, which are not added to this Bluetooth memory count or relabelled simultaneous sources.

Mixes 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth audioiPlays both wireless audio streams at the same time. Automatic switching or Bluetooth standby does not count.

No2Owner's manualqsg.corsair.com/ca-9011295Read 10 October 2026The power button toggles between RF wireless and Bluetooth modes. In RF mode with a phone paired over Bluetooth, the headset only accepts and receives phone calls, not Bluetooth audio. The Xbox edition behaves differently.

Yes5Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/connect-pulse-elite-otherRead 8 October 2026Sony explicitly describes listening to both PS Link and Bluetooth sources simultaneously. Headset volume buttons adjust PS Link audio only. Bluetooth source volume is controlled from its device.

Fast pairing

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Base station

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Latency

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Low latency modeiA selectable mode intended to reduce audio delay. A low-latency connection without a distinct mode does not count.

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Claimed latencyiMaker’s claimed delay for the stated connection and mode. Minimum claims and host restrictions belong in the source note.

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Compatibility

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Compatible platformsiPlatforms with a documented audio path. This does not imply every connection or microphone function works. Platform editions must be checked individually.

Windows, macOS, PS5, PS4, Nintendo Switch, Android, iOS1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011295-na/hs80-max-wireless-gaming-headset-steel-gray-ca-9011295-naRead 10 October 2026Platform: PC, MAC, PS4/5, Switch, Mbl. Mobile is stored as Android and iOS. The page does not list Xbox.5Reviewtomshardware.com/reviews/corsair-hs80max-wirelessRead 10 October 2026Works with PC, Mac, PlayStation 5, Switch, iOS and Android. Xbox is left out.

PS5, PS4, Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, Other8Reviewsoundguys.com/playstation-pulse-elite-review-113057Read 8 October 2026Maker directly supports PS5, Windows, macOS and PS Portal. SoundGuys FAQ explicitly supports Android and iPhone Bluetooth. RTINGS public intro separately supports PS4 and describes analog PlayStation-family playback. Other means PS Portal. Exact generation-specific Xbox support remains unlisted. Analog microphone requires a separately purchased four-conductor cable and headset power.9Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/sony/pulse-elite-wirelessRead 8 October 2026Public exact-model introduction explicitly names PS4 support. Wired Gaming text describes analog PlayStation-family playback. This does not claim native PlayStation Link wireless compatibility with PS4.

Connection per platformiOnly explicitly documented playback paths for the exact model. Microphone support is separate. Leave unknown microphone support omitted. An Xbox and a PlayStation edition of one headset can connect differently, so it is per variant.

ACORSAIR HS80 MAX Wireless

Platform	Connection
Windows	2.4 GHz
PS5	2.4 GHz
PS4	2.4 GHz
Nintendo Switch	Bluetooth
Android	Bluetooth
iOS	Bluetooth

Source2Owner's manualqsg.corsair.com/ca-9011295Read 10 October 2026PC and PS4 or PS5: connect the wireless USB transmitter to a USB port. Bluetooth is for phones and other Bluetooth devices.5Reviewtomshardware.com/reviews/corsair-hs80max-wirelessRead 10 October 2026The 2.4GHz dongle works with PS5 and Bluetooth covers iOS, Android and Switch.

BSony PULSE Elite Wireless Headset

Platform	Connection	Microphone works
PS5	2.4 GHz	Yes
Windows	2.4 GHz	Yes
macOS	2.4 GHz	Not available
Android	Bluetooth	Not available
iOS	Bluetooth	Not available
Other	2.4 GHz	Not available

Source5Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/connect-pulse-elite-otherRead 8 October 2026Sony direct PS5 and PC/Mac PS Link paths plus native PS Portal PS Link without a dongle. Other row means PlayStation Portal, not every platform. PS5 mic is explicitly supported by the launch guide and Windows mic settings by the current PC Driver. Android/iOS Bluetooth support is explicitly stated by SoundGuys exact-model FAQ. Microphone cells remain omitted where exact platform-route support is not established. Analog requires a powered headset and separately purchased compatible cable, but no unsupported generation-specific Xbox rows are added.6Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2024/02/21/pulse-elite-wireless-headset-launches-starting-today-the-starters-guide-to-playstations-latest-line-of-innovative-audio-productsRead 8 October 2026Original launch guide explicitly supports headset voice chat and microphone mute from the DualSense on PS5. Backs the PS5 PS Link microphone cell only. Other platform-route claims have separate sources.10Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/playstation-link-pc-driverRead 8 October 2026Current supported-device table explicitly names PULSE Elite and the Windows PS Link quick menu provides microphone mute/unmute. Backs the Windows PS Link microphone cell. Bluetooth/analog microphone support is not transferred.

Official licence

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Battery and charging

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Battery capacityiRated capacity of one headset battery. Do not use case, receiver or total multi-battery capacity.

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820mAh3Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en/corporate/support/manuals/accessories/ps5-accessories/pulse-elite-wireless-headset/CFI-ZWH2_Pulse_Elite_Safety_Guide_Web%24en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Page 1 Specifications: headset built-in lithium-ion battery, 820 mAh at 3.8 V. Headset capacity, not adapter or hanger input rating.

Swappable batteryiBattery can be exchanged by the user as part of normal operation. Service or recycling disassembly does not count.

Not available

No3Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en/corporate/support/manuals/accessories/ps5-accessories/pulse-elite-wireless-headset/CFI-ZWH2_Pulse_Elite_Safety_Guide_Web%24en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Built-in battery. Safety instructions prohibit user disassembly or modification. No ordinary-operation hot-swap system is documented.

Batteries includediNumber of headset batteries supplied, including the one already installed.

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Claimed battery lifeiMaker’s maximum playback time per stated connection, codec, ANC, spatial audio and lighting settings. Name the spatial processing mode and other conditions in the source note. Unknown settings stay omitted.

ACORSAIR HS80 MAX Wireless

Connection	ANC	Lighting	Hours (h)
2.4 GHz	No	No	65
2.4 GHz	No	Yes	24
Bluetooth	No	No	130

Source1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011295-na/hs80-max-wireless-gaming-headset-steel-gray-ca-9011295-naRead 10 October 2026Up to: 24 hours (with RGB), 65 hours (w/o RGB), 130 hours (Bluetooth). The page does not name the connection for the first two rows. The maker blog says 2.4GHz for both. KitGuru and ImpulseGamer state the Bluetooth figure is with RGB off.3Maker product pagecorsair.com/ww/en/explorer/gamer/headsets/corsair-hs80-max-everything-you-need-to-knowRead 10 October 2026Lasts up to 65 hours on 2.4GHz and up to 130 hours on Bluetooth. About 24 hours with the lighting on in 2.4GHz mode.10Reviewimpulsegamer.com/corsair-hs80-max-rgb-premiumwireless-gaming-headset-reviewRead 10 October 2026Spec list: up to 65 hours with RGB off, up to 24 hours with RGB on, up to 130 hours on Bluetooth with RGB off.13Press articlekitguru.net/tech-news/featured-tech-news/joao-silva/corsair-launches-new-hs80-max-wireless-headset-with-soundidRead 10 October 2026Launch coverage: up to 130 hours over Bluetooth with RGB off, or 65 hours with the 2.4GHz dongle.

BSony PULSE Elite Wireless Headset

Hours (h)
30

Source4Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/connect-pulse-eliteRead 8 October 2026Sony states up to 30 hours while playing audio and chatting on PS Link and Bluetooth connections at 25 C. It does not give separate exclusive-connection tests or state volume, codec, spatial audio and lighting settings. One generic model claim is stored. Unspecified row cells are omitted. Inactivity shutoff occurs after 30 minutes and is reset by motion, not established as wear detection.

Battery life (claimed, max)

130h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

30h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Battery life with ANC (claimed)

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Battery life without ANC (claimed)

130h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

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Charging port

USB-C2Owner's manualqsg.corsair.com/ca-9011295Read 10 October 2026Describes charging with the USB charging cable at the headset charging port. Lanoc and Tom's Hardware identify USB-C.8Reviewlanoc.org/review/audio/corsair-hs80-max-wirelessRead 10 October 2026USB Type-C charging port on the left ear cup.

USB-C8Reviewsoundguys.com/playstation-pulse-elite-review-113057Read 8 October 2026USB-C charging with cable, or contacts on the included hanger. Primary stored port is USB-C. Hanger is represented separately as an included charging dock.

Full charge timeiPublished time to fully charge a depleted headset. In-use charging can take longer.

Not available

150min4Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/connect-pulse-eliteRead 8 October 2026Charge section: approximately 2.5 hours from an empty battery to fully charged, exactly converted to 150 minutes. Compatible USB-A power source required.

Quick charge timeiCharge duration in the maker’s quick-charge claim. Read together with Quick charge playback.

15min1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011295-na/hs80-max-wireless-gaming-headset-steel-gray-ca-9011295-naRead 10 October 2026Overview: 15 min of charge = 6 hours of play.

10min4Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/connect-pulse-eliteRead 8 October 2026Charge section: 10 minutes charging for 2 hours use. Volume, codec, initial charge and spatial-processing settings are not specified.

Quick charge playbackiPlayback gained from Quick charge time. Charger power, codec, volume and ANC conditions belong in the source note.

6h1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011295-na/hs80-max-wireless-gaming-headset-steel-gray-ca-9011295-naRead 10 October 2026Overview: 15 min of charge = 6 hours of play. Connection, charger power and volume are not stated.

2h4Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/connect-pulse-eliteRead 8 October 2026Up to two hours use from a ten-minute charge. Not a full-charge duration.

Use while charging

Yes9Reviewsmartworld.it/recensioni/corsair-hs80-max-wirelessRead 10 October 2026Review says the headset can be used while charging.

Yes4Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/connect-pulse-eliteRead 8 October 2026Sony explicitly permits use while charging with the headset connected to the USB power device. This does not establish USB-cable audio playback.

Charging dock or stand

Not available

Included2Maker product pagedirect.playstation.com/en-us/buy-accessories/pulse-elite-wireless-headset-ps5Read 8 October 2026Complete box list includes the charging hanger and mounting plate. It is a powered charging accessory, not a wireless audio base station. Mounting screw is not supplied.

Controls

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Controls

Buttons, Volume wheel2Owner's manualqsg.corsair.com/ca-9011295Read 10 October 2026Power button, Bluetooth multi-function button, volume wheel.

Buttons8Reviewsoundguys.com/playstation-pulse-elite-review-113057Read 8 October 2026Volume rocker, PS Link power/pairing button and microphone mute button. No touch controls or wheel inferred.

Volume control

Wheel2Owner's manualqsg.corsair.com/ca-9011295Read 10 October 2026The volume control and EQ select wheel adjusts volume. Pressing the wheel cycles four EQ presets.

Buttons8Reviewsoundguys.com/playstation-pulse-elite-review-113057Read 8 October 2026Physical volume rocker. Sony support states it adjusts PS Link audio only. Bluetooth and analog volume must be controlled from the source.

Game and chat mixiBalances separate game and chat audio streams. Mixing Bluetooth and dongle source volume alone does not count. Supported platforms belong in the source note.

Not available

Software6Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2024/02/21/pulse-elite-wireless-headset-launches-starting-today-the-starters-guide-to-playstations-latest-line-of-innovative-audio-productsRead 8 October 2026PS5 Sound Quick Menu software Game Chat Balance. Triple-pressing the PS Link button opens this menu. It is not a physical chat-mix dial and no Bluetooth/analog host mixing control is asserted.

Remappable controlsiOn-device button, touch or dial functions can be reassigned. Changing EQ alone does not count.

Yes7Reviewtechradar.com/computing/peripherals-accessories/corsair-hs80-max-wireless-reviewRead 10 October 2026Scroll Press can be mapped to commands. This is a volume wheel press.8Reviewlanoc.org/review/audio/corsair-hs80-max-wirelessRead 10 October 2026The scroll press can be reprogrammed in iCUE.

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Wear detection

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Voice assistant

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Comfort and build

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Headband type

Suspension strap1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011295-na/hs80-max-wireless-gaming-headset-steel-gray-ca-9011295-naRead 10 October 2026Cloud-like comfort with a floating headband design.3Maker product pagecorsair.com/ww/en/explorer/gamer/headsets/corsair-hs80-max-everything-you-need-to-knowRead 10 October 2026Floating headband with an elasticated band under the rigid band.4Maker product pagecorsair.com/ww/en/explorer/gamer/headsets/corsair-hs80-vs-hs80-maxRead 10 October 2026Floating headband design kept from the HS80.8Reviewlanoc.org/review/audio/corsair-hs80-max-wirelessRead 10 October 2026Elastic suspension headband.

Suspension strap8Reviewsoundguys.com/playstation-pulse-elite-review-113057Read 8 October 2026Review explicitly describes the rubberized suspension band beneath the outer frame.

Headband material

Not available

Rubberized8Reviewsoundguys.com/playstation-pulse-elite-review-113057Read 8 October 2026Published as rubberized. A more precise polymer composition is not stated.

Frame material

Aluminum-reinforced frame1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011295-na/hs80-max-wireless-gaming-headset-steel-gray-ca-9011295-naRead 10 October 2026Overview: aluminum-reinforced frame.7Reviewtechradar.com/computing/peripherals-accessories/corsair-hs80-max-wireless-reviewRead 10 October 2026Headband and ear cup yokes are reinforced with aluminium. The rest is hard plastic.

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Ear cup material

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Ear pad material

Memory foam with a breathable cloth cover1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011295-na/hs80-max-wireless-gaming-headset-steel-gray-ca-9011295-naRead 10 October 2026Overview: plush memory foam ear pads and soft breathable cloth.3Maker product pagecorsair.com/ww/en/explorer/gamer/headsets/corsair-hs80-max-everything-you-need-to-knowRead 10 October 2026Memory foam earcups.

Leatherette8Reviewsoundguys.com/playstation-pulse-elite-review-113057Read 8 October 2026Review explicitly calls the ear-cup covering leatherette. Exact foam and user replacement method are not stated.

Replaceable ear pads

Yes8Reviewlanoc.org/review/audio/corsair-hs80-max-wirelessRead 10 October 2026Corsair offers replacement pads and headbands in several colours. The headband strap is easy to swap.

Not available

Ear pad attachmentiHow a replacement ear pad attaches to the ear cup, not how the decorative outer cover attaches. A press-fit or snap-on pad counts as clip.

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Ear pad openingiUsable opening inside an ear pad, excluding the outer cushion. Depth is the internal space between pad surface and driver cover.

Not available

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Ear tips included

Not available

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Dust and water rating

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User-replaceable parts

Ear pads, Headband strap8Reviewlanoc.org/review/audio/corsair-hs80-max-wirelessRead 10 October 2026Replacement pads and headbands are offered by Corsair.

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Software

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Companion app

CORSAIR iCUE1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011295-na/hs80-max-wireless-gaming-headset-steel-gray-ca-9011295-naRead 10 October 2026CORSAIR iCUE software.

PlayStation Link PC Driver10Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/playstation-link-pc-driverRead 8 October 2026Current maker page explicitly supports PULSE Elite firmware updating, volume, microphone mute, sidetone and preset rename/reset controls. It is distinct from PlayStation Accessories controller software. Current later software capability, not an original 2024 launch promise. As accessed October 8, 2026, Sony warns that users may lose functionality during its ongoing driver update and expects restoration within the next few months. Distribution is gradual, so immediate functionality is not promised. PS5 built-in settings remain a separate control route.

App platforms

Windows, macOS2Owner's manualqsg.corsair.com/ca-9011295Read 10 October 2026iCUE runs on Windows 10 or later, or on macOS.

Windows10Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/playstation-link-pc-driverRead 8 October 2026Windows 10 or Windows 11. Device settings appear with PS Link connection, not Bluetooth or analog. Mac audio compatibility does not prove a macOS companion app.

User firmware updates

Yes8Reviewlanoc.org/review/audio/corsair-hs80-max-wirelessRead 10 October 2026On first setup iCUE found firmware updates for the receiver and the headset. The headset is plugged in with the charging cable to update.

Yes4Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/connect-pulse-eliteRead 8 October 2026Sony documents PS5 Settings > Accessories > Headset > PS Link Device Software Update. Windows PC update route is separately supported by the current PS Link PC Driver page. Later software support is not a launch-feature promise.

Dimensions and weight

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Headset weightiPublished headset mass without detachable cable or microphone when stated. A fixed cable remains included. Any unqualified maker weight is identified in the source note.

352g(12.4 oz)3Maker product pagecorsair.com/ww/en/explorer/gamer/headsets/corsair-hs80-max-everything-you-need-to-knowRead 10 October 2026Maker spec list: Weight 352g/12.41oz. Other sources list 325 g or 354 g. Maker wins.7Reviewtechradar.com/computing/peripherals-accessories/corsair-hs80-max-wireless-reviewRead 10 October 2026Review also lists 352 g.

347g(12.2 oz)3Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en/corporate/support/manuals/accessories/ps5-accessories/pulse-elite-wireless-headset/CFI-ZWH2_Pulse_Elite_Safety_Guide_Web%24en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Page 1 headset approximately 347 g. Excludes separate adapter approximately 4 g and hanger approximately 28 g with mounting plate. SoundGuys overview 340 g has no stated weighing method and is not substituted.

Headset dimensionsiBody size with headband upright and ear cups in their normal wearing position. Width is across the head, height is top to bottom, and depth is front to back. Folded or flat-swivel dimensions are not substituted.

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Width217Height154Depth109mm(8.5 × 6.1 × 4.3 in)3Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en/corporate/support/manuals/accessories/ps5-accessories/pulse-elite-wireless-headset/CFI-ZWH2_Pulse_Elite_Safety_Guide_Web%24en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Page 1 explicitly names width x height x depth approximately 217 x 154 x 109 mm, microphone not extended. Separate adapter 48 x 16 x 8 and hanger 86 x 40 x 31 are excluded. No axes are changed to match a product-photo angle.

Certifications

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Hi-Res Audio

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Communication certifications

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FCC ID

2AAFM-RDA00472Owner's manualqsg.corsair.com/ca-9011295Read 10 October 2026FCC ID 2AAFMRDA0047 (Headset), 2AAFMRDA0048 (Receiver). Stored with a hyphen after the 2AAFM grantee code, like the other CORSAIR entries. Model RDA0047 headset, RDA0048 receiver. The RDA0056 and RDA0057 IDs belong to the Xbox edition.

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Other certifications

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In the box

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In the box

HS80 MAX Wireless, USB wireless transmitter, USB charging cable, 1.8m, Warranty Card1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011295-na/hs80-max-wireless-gaming-headset-steel-gray-ca-9011295-naRead 10 October 2026Package Contents list on the product page.

PULSE Elite wireless headset, PlayStation Link USB adapter, PULSE Elite charging hanger, Mounting plate, USB cable, User manual2Maker product pagedirect.playstation.com/en-us/buy-accessories/pulse-elite-wireless-headset-ps5Read 8 October 2026Exact White standard box list. The included hanger is CFI-ZPH2 in the NA guide. Headset, adapter and hanger model numbers are not merged. No analog cable, mounting screw or carrying case is included.

Cables includediSupplied playback, charging, dongle and adapter cables. A permanently attached headset cable is included and named as fixed.

ACORSAIR HS80 MAX Wireless

Type	Length (m)	Count
USB charging cable (USB-C to USB-A)	1.8	1

Source1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011295-na/hs80-max-wireless-gaming-headset-steel-gray-ca-9011295-naRead 10 October 2026USB charging cable, 1.8m. Lanoc describes a USB-C to USB-A cable.8Reviewlanoc.org/review/audio/corsair-hs80-max-wirelessRead 10 October 2026USB charging cable with Type-C on one end and Type-A on the other.

BSony PULSE Elite Wireless Headset

Type	Count
USB-A to USB-C cable	1

Source2Maker product pagedirect.playstation.com/en-us/buy-accessories/pulse-elite-wireless-headset-ps5Read 8 October 2026Complete selected US White box list supplies one USB cable. Original NA guide names SONY cable part 1-018-350-21. No cable length or speed rating is asserted.8Reviewsoundguys.com/playstation-pulse-elite-review-113057Read 8 October 2026Exact original White review explicitly names the included USB-C-to-USB-A cable used for hanger or headset charging. This establishes the connector pair, not USB audio playback or a data-speed rating.

Carrying caseiSupplied carrying case or pouch. A retail carton does not count as a carrying case.

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None8Reviewsoundguys.com/playstation-pulse-elite-review-113057Read 8 October 2026Exact review explicitly says no carrying case. Complete maker box list corroborates.

Links

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Product page

www.corsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011295-na/hs80-max-wireless-gaming-headset-steel-gray-ca-9011295-na1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011295-na/hs80-max-wireless-gaming-headset-steel-gray-ca-9011295-naRead 10 October 2026

www.playstation.com/en-us/accessories/pulse-elite-wireless-headset1Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/accessories/pulse-elite-wireless-headsetRead 8 October 2026

Spec sheet

www.corsair.com/ww/en/explorer/gamer/headsets/corsair-hs80-max-everything-you-need-to-know3Maker product pagecorsair.com/ww/en/explorer/gamer/headsets/corsair-hs80-max-everything-you-need-to-knowRead 10 October 2026

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Manual

qsg.corsair.com/ca-90112952Owner's manualqsg.corsair.com/ca-9011295Read 10 October 2026

www.playstation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en/corporate/support/manuals/accessories/ps5-accessories/pulse-elite-wireless-headset/CFI-ZWH2_Pulse_Elite_Safety_Guide_Web%24en.pdf3Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en/corporate/support/manuals/accessories/ps5-accessories/pulse-elite-wireless-headset/CFI-ZWH2_Pulse_Elite_Safety_Guide_Web%24en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Actual official North American English/French safety guide, two PDF pages. English Specifications on page 1 and limited warranty were read. Operational setup is separately documented by Sony support pages.

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

2years3Maker product pagecorsair.com/ww/en/explorer/gamer/headsets/corsair-hs80-max-everything-you-need-to-knowRead 10 October 2026Warranty: 2 years

1year3Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en/corporate/support/manuals/accessories/ps5-accessories/pulse-elite-wireless-headset/CFI-ZWH2_Pulse_Elite_Safety_Guide_Web%24en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Original North American limited warranty one year for material/workmanship defects, excluding consumables such as batteries. Statutory rights and paid extensions are separate.

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