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Corsair VOID WIRELESS v2 vs Turtle Beach Recon 70

Researched, not hands-on tested.How we review ›

all judged against headsets at a similar price

The Corsair VOID WIRELESS v2 scores 6.5/10 overall, ahead of the Turtle Beach Recon 70 at 5.2/10.

The Corsair VOID WIRELESS v2 leads on sound, comfort and connectivity and battery.

The Turtle Beach Recon 70 leads on noise cancelling and value.

They score the same on microphone.

The biggest difference is comfort, where the Corsair VOID WIRELESS v2 scores 7/10 to the Turtle Beach Recon 70's 4/10.

Corsair VOID WIRELESS v2

Corsair VOID WIRELESS v2

6.5/10verdict: buy

The Corsair VOID WIRELESS v2 is for gamers who want one wireless headset across PC, Mac, PlayStation, Switch and mobile. It suits people who value light weight and long battery life over a metal build or noise cancelling. Buyers who need a wired fallback or active noise cancelling should look at the limits before choosing it.

Typically about £99.99 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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Turtle Beach Recon 70

Turtle Beach Recon 70

5.2/10verdict: good, not the best

The Recon 70 is for console players who want a simple wired headset with a mic that plugs straight into a controller. It also suits anyone who wants a basic 3.5mm headset for a phone or tablet. Buyers who want strong bass, wireless freedom or a PC-first setup should look at the limits below.

Typically about £19.71 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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Scores, criterion by criterion

CriterionWeightCorsair VOID WIRELESS v2Turtle Beach Recon 70
Sound25%6/105/10
Microphone20%6/106/10
Comfort20%7/104/10
Connectivity and battery20%8/105/10
Noise cancelling and value15%5/106/10
Overall6.5/105.2/10

Specifications

SpecCorsair VOID WIRELESS v2Turtle Beach Recon 70
Connection2.4GHz wireless via USB receiver, plus Bluetooth; switch with a button press3.5mm wired analogue audio connection, 1.2m cable (Blue Camo variant)
Noise cancellingnot listedNot offered; ear cushions provide passive noise isolation only
MicrophoneOmni-directional, flip-to-mute, not detachable; sensitivity -40dB (±3dB); frequency response 100Hz to 8kHznot listed
Battery lifeUp to 70 hours on 2.4GHz wireless, up to 130 hours on Bluetooth; 15-minute charge gives up to 6 more hoursNot applicable; passive headset with no battery
Weight303g (Corsair-listed figure as quoted by reviewers)not listed
Works withPC, Mac, PS4/PS5, Mobile, Nintendo SwitchXbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PS5, PS4/PS4 Pro and mobile devices via 3.5mm; PC on the Multiplatform configuration with a splitter cable

Strengths and weaknesses

Corsair VOID WIRELESS v2

  • + Up to 70 hours on 2.4GHz, 130 on Bluetooth
  • + Light at 303g; owners say it suits glasses wearers
  • + 2.4GHz dongle and Bluetooth, switched with a button
  • − No wired mode
  • − Small earcups and plastic yokes and hinges
  • − No active noise cancelling listed

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who want active noise cancelling.
  • Anyone who needs a wired mode as a fallback.
  • People who want a detachable microphone or a sturdier, less plastic build.
Read the full Corsair VOID WIRELESS v2 review ›

Turtle Beach Recon 70

  • + Reviewers praise its value for the price
  • + Flip-to-mute mic is clear for its price
  • + Works across Xbox, PlayStation and mobile via 3.5mm
  • − Reviewers report weak bass
  • − Headband pressure and limited padding reported
  • − PC use needs a splitter cable

Skip it if:

  • Listeners who want strong bass for music or action games
  • Players who want a wireless or Bluetooth headset
  • PC-first users who don't want to use a splitter cable
Read the full Turtle Beach Recon 70 review ›

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