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Cyborg F.R.E.Q.5 Gaming Headset

Cyborg F.R.E.Q.5 Gaming Headset

21 reviews

Jan, 2025

Positive
durability (7)
sound (4)
reliability (2)
comfort (2)
portability (2)

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price (1)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 21 reviews of Cyborg F.R.E.Q.5 Gaming Headset. The average rating for this product is 4.8/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other Headphones for all reviews. People really like the reliability and portability. The comfort and sound also get good opinions, but many are negative about the price.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Headphones the Cyborg F.R.E.Q.5 Gaming Headset is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 81/100 = Very good quality.

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Expert review by : Stuart_Kerley (hardwareheaven.com)

Cyborg F.R.E.Q. 5 Gaming Headset Review

Today on our test bench we have a new stereo gaming headset from the folks at Cyborg Gaming. The San Diego based gaming division of Mad Catz have been responsible for some of the most unusual and exceptional gaming mice we have seen recently. The...

Apr, 2012

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Consumer review (tigerdirect.com)

Beware if using 3.5mm jack

None of the on ear features work if plugged into a 3.5mm mini jack, they only work when plugged in via USB. That means no mute, no volume control, no dynamic listening mode. I had to go through the instructions to find out this little gem of fine-print...

Mar, 2014

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Consumer review (newegg.com)

the best one

its the best piece of equipment i have ever owner when you talk about headset

none so far

Nov, 2012

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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Cyborg Mad Catz F.R.E.Q 5

Metal construction Thick braided cable Long cable Standard mini USB cable Great sound quality Feels sturdy Generally Comfortable Exchangable cables With cable supplied it will also work with smartphone/ipod if so desired Removable mic, less likely to...

The ear cushions aren't overly deep, meaning that my ears touch the hard plastic of the cans which can lead to discomfort after long periods (several hours straight) The thickness of the USB cable means that it can be a bit awkward to position, due to...

Mar, 2013

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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Cyborg Mad Catz F.R.E.Q 5

Metal construction ; Thick braided cable ; Long cable ; Standard mini USB cable ; Great sound quality ; Feels sturdy ; Generally Comfortable ; Exchangable cables ; With cable supplied it will also work with smartphone/ipod if so desired ; Removable...

The ear cushions aren't overly deep, meaning that my ears touch the hard plastic of the cans which can lead to discomfort after long periods (several hours straight) ; The thickness of the USB cable means that it can be a bit awkward to position, due...

Feb, 2013

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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Cyborg Mad Catz F.R.E.Q 5

Solid build quality. Very snug. Controls and mic mute light nicely done. Looks nice with other cyborg gear.

Microphone alil long and bendy can be anoying when trying to drink ect.

Feb, 2013

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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Cyborg Mad Catz F.R.E.Q 5

Solid build quality ; Very snug ; Controls and mic mute light nicely done ; Looks nice with other cyborg gear

Microphone alil long and bendy can be anoying when trying to drink ect

Jan, 2013

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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Cyborg Mad Catz F.R.E.Q 5

50 mm Drivers, very maneuverable/and led mute indicator on mic,design and build quality,clarity of sound in either gaming or listening to music, spare jack lead to enable easy compatibility/use with mp3/smart phone

A little pricey, not as comfortable as some other headsets i have used

Jan, 2013

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