Cooler Master Storm Ceres-500

Overview

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 6 expert reviews

Excellent:

4
Good:

1
Average:

1
Bad:

0

Pros:

Long Cable Cord, PC/PS3/PS4/Xbox Support, Can be hooked up to 2 Systems
Great aesthetics and adjustability, Easy for PC use and good sound clarity.

Cons:

Distorted bass in highly explosive areas or at lower frequencies
PC installation a bit cumbersome because of longer cable, slightly limited mic adjustability, slightly weaker bass

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Last revision on October 7, 2015

Reviewers Liked

Long Cable Cord, PC/PS3/PS4/Xbox Support, Can be hooked up to 2 Systems
Great aesthetics and adjustability, Easy for PC use and good sound clarity

Reviewers Didn't Like

Distorted bass in highly explosive areas or at lower frequencies
PC installation a bit cumbersome because of longer cable, slightly limited mic adjustability, slightly weaker bass

Expert reviews and ratings

Over the time I have spent testing the CM Storm Ceres 500 I really did enjoy it. It offers the ability to be plugged into 2 different systems at the same time. This is great for people with multiple systems. One of the other great things is the super...

By ThinkComputers on March 13, 2014

100

The Ceres 500 is a really great headset. and for £50 a bargain. Compared to the other two headsets i'd reviewed recently versus the Ceres 500, the Ceres 500 doesn't feel held back in the same way the other two did. To start, volume control alone was one...

By Play3r on March 10, 2014

To answer our question posed in the introduction, I can say that the CM Storm Ceres 500 is much improved from the past model. Physically, the design is refined, but conservative. This unassuming design allows users to fit in with both the conservative...

By APH Networks on February 07, 2014

It goes to show you that cheap doesn't always mean bad, this product delivers extreme value for money and at approximately $70 online will complement any gamers arsenal. Cooler Master CM Storm Ceres 500 PROS Solid and well-built...

By pcgamers.net.au on May 15, 2015

For its entry level price tag the Ceres 500 sure brings a lot to the table. Being able to serve well as both a gaming headset for PC and consoles is something I specifically came to appreciate with my gaming PC and PS3 both sharing real estate on my...

By LanOC Reviews on February 13, 2014

The Cooler Master CM Storm Ceres 500 is a solid, if unremarkable headset that might just fit the bill if you need it's specific features and...

By Pureoverclock on February 13, 2014

The Ceres 500 easily makes the previously released Ceres 400 look like a toy, not just in aesthetics, but in function as well. The build quality is superior and, in my opinion better than even the CM Storm Sonuz headset. The weight is distributed...

By Modders-Inc on December 17, 2013

£34.99 & £54.99Revamping the entry level headset stable from CM Storm we have the latest in the Ceres series with the 300 and the 500, the latter of which is aimed at multi-platform/ console gaming. Edging away from the aggressive black and red...

By vortez.net on December 08, 2013

Today we take a look at one of the most important CM Storm products in years, not only because it is the first time they've released a product that is for consoles, but also because it marks a big shift in the industry where all these huge peripheral...

By eTeknix on October 23, 2013

100

At this price tag, CM Storm Ceres-500 can outperform a lot of other headphones in this price range. The big 40mm drivers and breathable mesh ear cups provides good sound and high comfort level. The USB output is a little disappointing for this headphone...

By ocdrift.com on September 11, 2014

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