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Corsair VOID Wireless V2 review: one-minute review
The Corsair VOID Wireless V2 is, as you’d expect from the name, the second iteration of the VOID Wireless range. It’s been over seven years since we reviewed the Corsair VOID Pro RGB Wireless, which is the V2’s predecessor, and the original impressed us at the time. I’m happy to report the V2 improves upon pretty much every aspect, and retains the same price point as the first to boot.
This gaming headset aims to be the only audio device you’ll need no matter which platform you play on: it’s compatible with PC, Mac, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, and iOS/Android (sorry, Xbox players).
Thanks to its dual wireless and Bluetooth connectivity, you can link two separate devices simultaneously and switch between them with the press of a button.
There’s really very little to complain about with the VOID Wireless V2: the battery life is excellent, allegedly running at approximately 65-70 hours of continuous use, though that’s so long I haven’t had it run out despite using it for multiple days in a row without charging it.
It’s lightweight at just over 300g, and as a result, very comfortable. The sound quality across every platform is fantastic too, especially PC and PS5 thanks to some special features… more on those below.
Corsair VOID Wireless V2 review: Price and availability
- List price: $119.99 / £99.99 / AU$189
- Cheaper than many premium gaming headsets
- Offers superb value for money
While you can pick up a budget gaming headset for about half the price of the Corsair VOID Wireless V2, it’s not going to turn many heads, nor is it likely to be built to last. And the same goes for the other end of the scale: there are plenty of headsets that will cost double, but will you get double the amount of performance from them? It’s unlikely, which makes this one of the best value-for-money gaming headsets you’ll find.
At $119.99/£99.99, it’s cheaper than some of our favorite products on our best wireless gaming headsets and best PC gaming headsets pages, such as the SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless and the Razer BlackShark V2 Pro.
It’s also more than capable of going toe-to-toe with them, and as the flashy new kid on the block thanks to its April 2025 launch, it’s likely to be a headset in demand when gifting season rolls around later this year.
Corsair VOID Wireless V2 review: Specs
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Price |
$119.99 / £99.99 / AU$189.00 |
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Weight |
10.7oz / 303g |
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Compatibility |
PC, PS5, PS4, PS5, Nintendo Switch, iOS, Android |
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Connection type |
Wireless (via USB 3.0 dongle), Bluetooth |
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Battery life |
Up to 70 hours |
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Features |
Custom 50mm Neodymium drivers, Bluetooth, omnidirectional microphone, RGB lighting, dual connectivity, custom button mapping |
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Software |
Dolby Atmos Spatial Audio (PC), Corsair iCUE (PC), Tempest 3D Audio (PS5) |
Corsair VOID Wireless V2 review: Design and features
- Easy to set up and connect
- Clean, sleek design
- Rotatable – but not detachable or retractable – mic
There’s no instruction manual or booklet included with the Corsair VOID Wireless V2, but that’s because it really doesn’t need one. The box contains the headset, USB 3.0 dongle, and USB 3.0-to-USB-C charging cable, and that’s it.
Charge the headset, connect the dongle to your device of choice if you’re connecting through the 2.4 GHz wireless connectivity, and turn on the headset, the two should automatically pair, and you’re away.
A USB-C wireless receiver would be ideal too, as we gradually move away from USB 3.0, and it would also enable another connectivity option for devices like a Nintendo Switch or MacBook, but it’d be harsh to criticize it too much for that.
If you’re using the VOID Wireless V2 on PC, you should install both the Dolby Access app and the Corsair iCUE software though. The former will detect your headset if it’s set to be your primary audio output and allow you to enable Dolby Atmos’ Spatial Audio feature, while the latter is essential for customization and getting the most out of your new cans.
You can change the function of the custom button on the headset, such as making it toggle the mute, or have it play/pause music. Meanwhile, on PS5, you can enable the Tempest 3D Audio via the console’s sound settings as usual.
The design of the headset itself is sleek. My review unit is mostly white with light grey memory foam padding and a silver adjustable frame to ensure it sits tight on your head. Two skinny RGB lighting strips complete the look, facing the way you’re looking. If you use the headset in a remote work meeting, however, be prepared for your colleagues to comment as if you look like you belong in a sci-fi TV series, as happened to me.
The only complaint here is that while the microphone is easy to use and fits in with the profile of the headset itself, it’d be a huge quality-of-life upgrade if it was detachable rather than just rotatable. You can swivel it up to sit vertically, but if it could be removed, the Bluetooth feature would make this suitable for listening to music on the go. As it stands, though, you don’t really want to commute with a microphone attached to your headset.
Corsair VOID Wireless V2 review: Performance
- Lightweight and comfortable to wear
- Terrific 3D audio on PC and PS5
- Incredible battery life
Thanks to how light the headset is, combined with the memory foam cushions, I’ve worn it for hours at a time without feeling any discomfort. It saw me through a solid eight-hour Atomfall session on PS5 while sitting on my sofa, along with a similar length gaming Sunday playing a variety of games on PC.
On the former, it added to the already eerie, post-apocalyptic atmosphere of the British countryside by enhancing the groans of Ferals and the chatter of Outlaws in the area, along with the Tempest 3D Audio helping me pinpoint exactly where enemies were.
Of all the games I tested it with on PC, Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is where the impressive audio was most noticeable. Listening for footsteps and gunshots is incredibly important in the first-person shooter game, and they were crystal clear with the VOID Wireless V2.
I also spoke with friends on Discord while using it on both platforms and had feedback that the voice quality was as good as it could be. It also has very good noise cancellation, which really helps with the immersion.
Finally, I’d be remiss not to talk a little more about the battery life. Coming in at around 70 hours, it blows a lot of its competition out of the water. I tried to use it for a number of sessions repeatedly without charging it, in order to get a rough ballpark for how long it lasts against that claimed 70-hour figure, but the light never changed from green to imply the battery was even starting to die.
Should you buy the Corsair VOID Wireless V2?
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If, despite all this praise, you’re still not sold on the Corsair VOID Wireless V2, consider these two other wireless headsets instead, at slightly more expensive price points but similarly feature-laden.
| Row 0 – Cell 0 |
Corsair VOID Wireless V2 |
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro |
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless |
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Price |
$119.99 / £99.99 / AU$189.00 |
$199.99 / £199.99 / AU$299.00 |
$349.99 / £329.99 / AU$649.00 |
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Weight |
10.7oz / 303g |
11.3oz / 320g |
11.9oz / 337g |
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Compatibility |
PC, PS4, PS5, Nintendo Switch, iOS, Android |
PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, iOS, Android |
PC, PS4, PS5, Nintendo Switch, iOS, Android |
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Connection type |
Wireless (via USB 3.0 dongle), Bluetooth |
Wireless (via USB 3.0 dongle), Bluetooth |
Wireless (via base station), Bluetooth, 3.5mm wired |
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Battery life |
Up to 70 hours |
Up to 70 hours |
Up to 44 hours |
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Features |
Custom 50mm Neodymium drivers, omnidirectional microphone, RGB lighting, dual connectivity, custom button mapping |
Razer TriForce Titanium 50mm drivers, advanced passive noise isolation, detachable microphone, dual connectivity |
Custom 40mm Neodymium drivers, retractable microphone, rechargeable lithium-ion batteries, dual connectivity, AI-powered noise-canceling mic |
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Software |
Dolby Atmos Spatial Audio (PC), Corsair iCUE (PC), Tempest 3D Audio (PS5) |
THX Spatial Audio (PC), Windows Sonic Spatial Audio (PC/Xbox), Tempest 3D Audio (PS5) |
360 Sonar Spatial Audio (PC), Tempest 3D Audio (PS5) |
How I tested the Corsair VOID Wireless V2
- Used for nearly four weeks for all my gaming sessions
- Tested with both PS5 and PC games
- Also used it to listen to music while working, in meetings, and on Discord
Prior to getting my hands on the Corsair VOID Wireless V2, my audio device of choice on PC was the Philips Fidelio X3. That is an absolutely phenomenal pair of headphones, but it is not a gaming peripheral. It’s made for music, doesn’t feature much noise canceling, and doesn’t come with a mic, so I also have a Blue Snowball desktop mic to hand. I’ll likely continue to use the Fidelio X3 for all music purposes, but the VOID Wireless V2 has taken over every other aspect because of how well-rounded it is.
It’s been used for a number of gaming sessions, both long and short, and thanks to the connectivity range, I can walk around my apartment while still talking to friends on Discord. I’ve played Atomfall and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt on PS5, along with Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and Monster Hunter Wilds on my gaming PC.
First reviewed March/April 2025
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