Razer
The Razer Nari Essential is a wireless over‑ear gaming headset that delivers THX Spatial Audio for immersive 360° sound, offers up to 16 hours of battery life, and features cooling‑gel ear cushions with an auto‑adjusting headband for comfort on PC and PlayStation platforms.
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Current
$149.99
Average
$149.51
Lowest
$59.99
Highest
$226.25
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Expert Opinion
Professional reviewers commend the Razer Nari Essential for its THX Spatial Audio, comfortable cooling‑gel cushions, and reliable lag‑free 2.4 GHz wireless connection, noting that it delivers crisp, bass‑rich sound suitable for immersive gaming. However, they point out its heavy build, lack of RGB and haptic features, and limited platform support as drawbacks that keep it positioned as a budget‑focused essential model rather than a flagship offering.
What Users Say
Everyday users appreciate the headset's comfort, long battery life, and immersive bass‑heavy sound, often highlighting the secure fit and clear microphone for calls and VR. Common complaints revolve around the headset's weight, occasional volume‑dial crackling, itchy ear cushions, and the absence of Xbox or Bluetooth connectivity, which some feel limits its versatility.
Common Complaints
Heavy weight leading to fatigue, occasional crackling when adjusting volume, itchy ear cushions after long use, and lack of Xbox/Bluetooth support.
What People Are Saying
“Battery life is much longer than expected.”
“It stays secure during intense use.”
“Itchiness from ear cushions after prolonged use.”
How It Compares
vs. Razer Nari (Full)
Advantages
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Choose the Essential for budget‑focused PC/PlayStation gamers who prioritize comfort and THX audio, and opt for the full Nari if you need longer battery life, RGB, haptics, or Xbox compatibility.
