Corsair Vengeance 2100 Wireless Gaming Headset Review

By David Yee

Corsair Vengeance 2100 Wireless Gaming Headset

Weve saved the best for lastor is it? The Vengeance 2100 headset were are looking at represents our last product review of Corsairs 2013 headset refresh. Amongst the entire collection of five headsets, the Vengeance 2100 fills a premium niche with the most notable feature being its wireless capabilities. There was much to compare between the headsets and well have to see if the Vengeance 2100 sits at the top of what has so far shaped to be an enforced top-to-bottom headset catalog.vengeance2100_01_boxfront

Amongst PC enthusiasts, Corsair is one of the most known computer hardware brands long trusted for their RAM and power supplies. Corsair has expanded into new avenues and gained respectable reputation for its cases and gaming peripherals. The current headset refresh marks a third generation of Corsair audio, with apparent improvements to mechanical design and sound quality. The Vengeance 2100 is the successor and replacement to the Vengeance 2000, which was Corsairs first ever wireless gaming headset. The Vengeance 2100 shares a number of similarities with its wired siblings, the Vengeance 1400 and 1500 (V2), such as the color scheme and Dolby Headphone. However, there are differences, much more so than the differences between the closely priced Vengeance 1400 and 1500 (V2), with the Vengeance 2100 boasting wireless operation and premium qualities. The Vengeance 2100 headset can be found for $117.68 shipped on Amazon and comes with a 2 year warranty.

Additional Corsair 2013 Gaming Headset Refresh Reviews:

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Corsair Vengeance 2100 Gaming Headset Features:

  • 2.4GHz Wireless Audio
  • Dolby Headphone 7.1 Surround
  • Large 50mm drivers
  • Designed for comfort: Microfiber-covered memory foam earpads and a padded headband let you play longer
  • Noise cancelling microphone

Corsair Vengeance 1500 (V2) Gaming Headset Specifications:

  • Headphones
    • Frequency Response: 20 – 20,000 Hz
    • Impedance: 32 Ohms @ 1 kHz
    • Drivers: 50mm
  • Microphone
    • Type: Unidirectional noise-cancelling condenser with adjustable, rotating boom
    • Impedance: 2.2k Ohm
    • Frequency Response: 100 – 10,000 Hz
    • Sensitivity: -37 ( 3dB)
  • Wireless
    • USB power consumption: 500mA
    • Connector: USB
    • Wireless range: up to 40 feet (12m)
    • Battery life: Up to 10 hours
  • 2-year warranty
  • System Requirements:
    • PC with USB port
    • Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows Vista, or Windows XP
    • Internet connection (for software download)

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The retail box has a large clear plastic window which prominently shows half of the Vengeance 2100 headset. The headset comes with a 47 inch (1.2 m) USB-to-microUSB cable for charging, a 63 inch (1.6 m) USB extension cable, a wireless adapter, user manual, safety leaflet, and warranty information slips.