The Corsair HS60 HAPTIC is wired-only with a haptic bass slider. Out-of-the-box, these headphones have a bass-heavy sound profile that adds thump and punch to action-packed scenes in your favorite games, and you can add more bass using the slider. They're compatible with Corsair iCUE software, which gives you sound customization options including a graphic EQ. Unfortunately, they have poor noise isolation, and they leak a bit of sound. However, their detachable boom microphone has an impressive recording quality, making it easy to communicate with your teammates.
Our Verdict
The Corsair HS60 HAPTIC are inadequate for mixed usage. These gaming-oriented headphones have an impressive recording quality, so you can easily communicate with your teammates. However, they have poor noise isolation, so you may be distracted by ambient noise during your commute or while working in a busy office. They also aren't stable enough to wear to the gym. While their bass-heavy sound profile may be overwhelming for fans of neutral sound, you can customize their sound using the graphic EQ and presets.
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Impressive microphone recording quality.
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Graphic EQ and presets.
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Poor noise isolation.
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Not stable enough for exercise.
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Not very portable.
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Sub-par frequency response consistency.
The Corsair HS60 HAPTIC are fair for neutral sound. Out-of-the-box, they have a bass-heavy sound profile, and vocals and lead instruments can sound weak and distant due to the underemphasis in the treble range. Fortunately, you can use the graphic EQ and presets to customize their sound profile to your liking. They also have a haptic bass slider, which lets you control the haptic bass level.
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Graphic EQ and presets.
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Sub-par frequency response consistency.
The Corsair HS60 HAPTIC are poor for commute and travel. They're comfortable and well-built; however, their bulky design isn't very portable. Also, they have poor noise isolation, so you can still hear bus and plane engines while listening to audio. They also leak a bit of sound, which may be annoying for people around you.
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Comfortable fit.
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Poor noise isolation.
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Not very portable.
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Leak some noise.
The Corsair HS60 HAPTIC Stereo Gaming Headset are disappointing for sports and fitness. These headphones are stable enough for casual listening sessions, but they aren't intended to be worn to the gym, and they may fall off your ears during low-intensity workouts. They're bulky, too. On the upside, they have a very comfortable fit.
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Comfortable fit.
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Not stable enough for exercise.
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Not very portable.
The Corsair HS60 HAPTIC Stereo Gaming Headset are inadequate for office use. They're comfortable enough to wear during your 9-5 without a lot of fatigue. However, they leak a bit of noise, which can be annoying for coworkers around you. Also, they have poor noise isolation, so you can be distracted by background noise around you.
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Comfortable fit.
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Poor noise isolation.
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Leak some noise.
The Corsair HS60 HAPTIC are wired-only, so they aren't suitable for wireless gaming.
The Corsair HS60 HAPTIC are good for wired gaming. They're comfortable enough for long gaming sessions, and their bass-heavy sound profile helps you feel the deep thump and rumble in action-packed scenes. You can also use the haptic bass slider to add extra bass if you like, although too much can bleed into the mic. Thanks to their wired connection, they have negligible latency, so your audio and video syncs up. You can easily communicate with your teammates, thanks to their boom microphone's impressive recording quality, too.
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Impressive microphone recording quality.
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Comfortable fit.
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Graphic EQ and presets.
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Sub-par frequency response consistency.
The Corsair HS60 HAPTIC Stereo Gaming Headset are alright for phone calls. Their detachable boom microphone has an impressive recording quality, so your teammates on the other end of the line can understand you, even if you're calling from a noisy environment. However, they have poor noise isolation, so you may be distracted by background noises during your calls.
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Impressive microphone recording quality.
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Poor noise isolation.
- 5.4 Mixed Usage
- 6.8 Neutral Sound
- 4.5 Commute/Travel
- 5.5 Sports/Fitness
- 5.1 Office
- 5.5 Wireless Gaming
- 7.6 Wired Gaming
- 6.9 Phone Calls
- Updated Dec 16, 2022: We've renamed these headphones from Corsair HS60 HAPTIC Stereo Gaming Headset to Corsair HS60 HAPTIC across the site.
- Updated May 19, 2021: We have tested whether the haptic bass feature bleeds into the microphone. We have also tested 'Breathability'.
- Updated Jan 08, 2021: Review published.
- Updated Jan 05, 2021: Early access published.
- Updated Nov 27, 2020: Our testers have started testing this product.
- Updated Nov 26, 2020: The product has arrived in our lab, and our testers will start evaluating it soon.
- Updated Nov 18, 2020: We've purchased the product and are waiting for it to arrive in our lab.
Differences Between Sizes And Variants
The Corsair HS60 HAPTIC come in 'Arctic Camo', and you can see the label for the model we tested here.
If you come across another version, let us know in the discussions so we can update our review.
Compared To Other Headphones
The Corsair HS60 HAPTIC are wired-only gaming headphones with a similar look and performance to the Corsair HS60 PRO SURROUND. However, they come with a haptic bass slider and a distinct 'Arctic Camo' print surrounding their earcups. Also, unlike the PRO SURROUND, they only have a USB-A audio cable, so they can't be used with Xbox One. On the upside, they're compatible with Corsair iCUE gaming software, so you can customize their bass-heavy sound profile to your liking. See also our recommendations for the best gaming headsets, the best PS4 headsets, and the best gaming headsets under $100.
The Corsair HS60 HAPTIC are better for wired gaming than the Corsair HS60 PRO SURROUND. The HAPTIC come with a haptic bass slider, which lets you control the level of haptic bass. However, if you're using it on a somewhat high setting, it can bleed into the mic. Their detachable boom microphone has a better recording quality, and the mic performs better in noisier environments. However, the PRO SURROUND are compatible with Xbox One consoles, unlike the HAPTIC.
The Corsair HS60 and the Corsair HS60 HAPTIC are both good for wired gaming, so depending on your listening habits, you may prefer one over the other. The HAPTIC come with a haptic bass slider, and their microphone has a better recording quality and noise handling performance. That said, if you're using their haptic bass feature on a somewhat high setting, it can bleed into the mic. However, the HS60 are compatible with the Xbox One, unlike the HAPTIC.
The Corsair HS60 HAPTIC are better for wired gaming than the Razer BlackShark V2. The Corsair are better-built, and their microphone has better recording quality and noise handling performance. Also, they come with a haptic bass slider that may be preferred by listeners who like a bass-heavy sound, although if used at a medium to high level, feedback can bleed into the mic. That said, the Razer are still a decent option for wired gaming. They have a more stable fit, their default sound profile is more neutral, and they're compatible with Xbox One via an analog connection.
The Corsair HS70 Wireless and the Corsair HS60 HAPTIC are two different pairs of gaming headphones, so depending on your listening habits, you may prefer one over the other. The HS70 are wireless headphones, while the HS60 HAPTIC are wired. The HS70 have a better-balanced sound profile out-of-the-box and a more consistent audio delivery. However, the HS60 HAPTIC come with a haptic bass slider, and their microphone has a better overall performance. Too much haptic bass can bleed into the mic though.
The Corsair HS60 HAPTIC are better for wired gaming than the Corsair VOID ELITE. The HAPTIC are better built, more comfortable, and more stable. Their microphone's recording quality and noise handling performances are better, too. Fans of a bass-heavy sound may appreciate the HAPTIC's haptic bass slider, although if you're using it on a somewhat high setting, it can bleed into the mic. However, the VOID ELITE have a better frequency response consistency.
Test Results
The Corsair HS60 HAPTIC Stereo Gaming Headset are gaming-oriented headphones. They look similar to the Corsair HS60, but the 'Arctic Camo' design surrounding the ear cups offers a unique look. While they come with a boom microphone, you can remove it for a more casual look.
These headphones are comfortable. They're comfortable enough to wear for longer gaming sessions without feeling a lot of fatigue, as the ear cups and the headband are well-padded. However, they're quite bulky, and they feel a bit heavier than the Corsair HS60, which some listeners may not enjoy.
The controls are middling. There's a mute/unmute button, which feels clicky and offers audible voice feedback so you know when you change the setting. There's also a haptic bass slider wheel on the right ear cup and a volume wheel on the left ear cup. The haptic bass wheel has notches to help you know when you've reached the minimum or maximum setting. However, the volume wheel is infinite, so you don't know when you're at max volume.
Update 05/19/2021: We have tested the breathability of these headphones.
The Corsair HS60 HAPTIC have mediocre breathability. They trap in some heat, which could make your ears warm over time. While they shouldn't make you sweat more if you're wearing them while gaming at home, it may bother you if you're wearing them during physical exercise, although they're not intended for this purpose.
They have disappointing portability. They're big and bulky, so they may not fit easily into your bag. Also, they don't fold into a more compact format, which can be disappointing.
These headphones don't have a case or pouch.
These headphones have an impressive build quality. The body is mostly made of plastic, with aluminum-like hinges. There's faux leather padding on the ear cups and the headband, and a braided cable. Overall, the materials feel quite solid and durable.
These headphones are fairly stable. They shouldn't fall off your ears during casual gaming sessions. However, they aren't suitable to wear during low-intensity workouts, as small shakes can cause the headphones to move around.
The Corsair HS60 HAPTIC have a bass-heavy sound profile suitable for listening to thumpy, punchy music genres like EDM and hip-hop. You feel the deep thump and rumble from sound effects in action-packed video games, too. However, vocals and lead instruments may sound a bit weak or distant.
Note: We tested these headphones on the low Haptic setting, as these results were closest to our target curve. You can see the compare results from the Low, Medium, and High Haptic settings here.
The Corsair HS60 HAPTIC have disappointing frequency response consistency. The bass and treble delivery are inconsistent, so they may perform differently depending on their fit, seal, and positioning.
These headphones have reasonable bass accuracy. The range is overemphasized, so you really feel the deep thump and punch in action-packed scenes. However, audio can also sound boomy and muddy. You can also use the haptic bass slider to add more bass if you like.
These headphones have good mid accuracy. The low-mids are overemphasized, so vocals and lead instruments can sound cluttered and muddy. However, the mid-mids are balanced, so vocals and lead instruments are still present in the mix. Also, the dip in the high-mids can make those same instruments weak and distant.
These headphones have satisfactory treble accuracy. Vocals and lead instruments may not be very clear due to the dip in the low-treble. The peak in the mid-treble can make sibilants like cymbals sound harsh or piercing.
The Corsair HS60 HAPTIC have decent peaks and dips performance. The peak across the high-bass and low-mid ranges can make audio sound muddy, boomy, and cluttered, while the slight dip in the mid-mids nudges vocals and lead instruments towards the back of the mix. The dip in the high-mids can make those same instruments sound weak or distant. The uneven low-treble can make instruments alternately harsh or veiled, while the peak in the mid-treble makes sibilants piercing and painful.
These headphones have very good imaging. Their weighted group delay falls mostly below the audibility threshold, resulting in a mostly tight bass and transparent treble. Also, the L/R drivers of our test unit are well-matched in amplitude and phase response. However, there's some minor frequency mismatch, so objects like footsteps or voices in the stereo image may not be accurately placed or localized. Note that these results are only valid for our test unit, so your experience may vary.
The Corsair HS60 HAPTIC Stereo Gaming Headset have a fair passive soundstage. There's some interaction with the outer ear, which helps create a spacious and open soundstage. However, it doesn't seem as open or speaker-like as that of open-back gaming headphones.
These headphones support Windows Sonic Spatial Audio, but we don't currently test its performance.
The Corsair HS60 HAPTIC have a decent weighted harmonic distortion performance. At normal listening volumes, there are a few peaks in the treble range, but most of the audio reproduction is clean and pure. Fortunately, there isn't a large jump in THD at max volume, except for in the low-mid to high-bass range. However, this may be difficult to hear with real-life content.
These are the settings we used to test these headphones. Our results are only valid when using these settings.
The Corsair HS60 HAPTIC have poor noise isolation. They struggle to block out bass-heavy noises like bus and plane engines as well as the sound of people talking nearby. They perform a bit better against background noise in the treble range, like the hum of AC units.
Their leakage performance is mediocre. If you listen to audio at higher volumes, people around you may be able to hear it even if you're in a noisy environment, which can be annoying.
Update 05/19/2021: Thanks to user feedback, we tested whether the haptic bass bleeds into the mic. In order to do this, we calibrated the headset to 100dB, and ran three sweeps using the haptic bass at low, medium, and high strength. We also did two passes while streaming high-intensity gameplay in order to recreate real-life use of the headset and mic. You can see our results here. The mic picks up the haptic bass, particularly when using this feature at medium to high settings. For people on the other end of the line, this feedback sounds like vibrations from a controller or as if your TV's speakers were on in the background. However, this doesn't change the scoring of our results.
The Corsair HS60 HAPTIC have a detachable, flexible boom microphone.
The microphone's recording quality is impressive. Your voice sounds deep and full-bodied to your teammates on the other end of the line.
The mic's noise handling performance is amazing. Even if you're gaming in a lively home environment, whoever's on the other end of the line should be able to understand you.
These wired-only headphones don't require a battery.
Like the Corsair HS60 PRO SURROUND, these headphones are compatible with Corsair iCUE software. You can use the software to access a graphic EQ and presets, which lets you customize the sound profile to your liking. You can also adjust the microphone levels and sidetone.
These headphones are wired-only.
The Corsair HS60 HAPTIC Stereo Gaming Headset come with a USB-A audio cable that offers very low audio latency. As a result, they're suitable for gaming over a wired connection.
You can plug these headphones into your PC or PS4 controller for full audio and microphone compatibility.