Headsets / Comparison

Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless vs SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite

Headset · Corsair

Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless

Wireless · 50 mm · 2021
GEAR SCORE 85.0 / 100Top tier
Connection100
Driver84
Microphone84
Recency60
VS
Headset · SteelSeries

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite

Wireless · 40 mm · 2025
GEAR SCORE 85.0 / 100Top tier
Connection100
Driver62
Recency94
Verdict

Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless and SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 85 and 85.

  • Driver: Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless leads (50 mm vs 40 mm).
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Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless

If you care most about driver.

Spec-by-spec comparison

Corsair HS80 RGB WirelessSteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite
85Gear score85
WirelessConnectionWireless
50 mmDriver40 mm
Flip-to-muteMicrophone—
2021Release year2025
≈ $160Estimated price—

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 HS80 RGB Wireless or SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite better?

Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless and SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 85 and 85. Driver: Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless leads (50 mm vs 40 mm).