Headsets / Comparison

Corsair HS55 SURROUND vs Sony WH1000XM4

Headset · Corsair

Corsair HS55 SURROUND

Wired · 50 mm · 2022
GEAR SCORE 76.0 / 100Very good
Connection70
Driver84
Microphone84
Recency69
VS
Headset · Sony

Sony WH1000XM4

Wireless · 40 mm · 2020
GEAR SCORE 76.0 / 100Very good
Connection100
Driver62
Recency53
Verdict

Corsair HS55 SURROUND and Sony WH1000XM4 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 76 and 76.

  • Sony WH1000XM4 is wireless; Corsair HS55 SURROUND is wired.
  • Driver: Corsair HS55 SURROUND leads (50 mm vs 40 mm).
Pick this

Corsair HS55 SURROUND

If you care most about driver.

Pick this

Sony WH1000XM4

If you care most about connection.

Spec-by-spec comparison

Corsair HS55 SURROUNDSony WH1000XM4
76Gear score76
WiredConnectionWireless
50 mmDriver40 mm
Flip-to-muteMicrophone—
2022Release year2020
≈ $60Estimated price≈ $278

The gear score is computed from specifications only (e.g. for a mouse: weight, sensor, polling rate, connection and release year). It isn’t a lab test and doesn’t measure personal preferences like shape or grip.

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FAQ

Is Corsair HS55 SURROUND or Sony WH1000XM4 better?

Corsair HS55 SURROUND and Sony WH1000XM4 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 76 and 76. Sony WH1000XM4 is wireless; Corsair HS55 SURROUND is wired. Driver: Corsair HS55 SURROUND leads (50 mm vs 40 mm).

Which one is wireless?

Sony WH1000XM4 is wireless; Corsair HS55 SURROUND is wired.

How much do they cost?

Estimated prices: Corsair HS55 SURROUND ≈ $60, Sony WH1000XM4 ≈ $278. Current prices vary by store.