Razer BlackShark V2
Score: 84/100
Alienware Pro
Score: 85/100Rankings
The Alienware Pro Wireless headset offers ANC, graphene-coated 50 mm drivers and an impressive 75-hour battery life, making it ideal for competitive esports. Its Bluetooth music quality suffers and the earcups cannot swivel, reducing portability. Best for pro gamers who prioritize performance and long sessions.
The Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed is a wireless esports headset featuring TriForce Titanium 50 mm drivers and THX Spatial Audio, delivering detailed sound and ultra-low latency. Its trade-offs include weak bass response, lack of active noise cancellation, and a plasticky build. Ideal for competitive PC gamers seeking long battery life and a detachable mic.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
50 mmbest | 50 mmbest | |
70 hours | 75 hoursbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 281 gbest | 313 g |
32 Ωbest | — | |
100 dBbest | — | |
-42 dBbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 15 minbest |
2 yearsbest | 2 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
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Connectivity(2) | ||
Bluetooth Version | 5.2 | 5.3 |
Connection Type | 2.4GHz wireless, Bluetooth, USB-A wired | 2.4GHz, Bluetooth 5.3, USB-C |
Audio(3) | ||
Frequency Response (Hz) | 12-28000 Hz | 20-40000 Hz |
Noise Cancellation | false | true |
Microphone Type | HyperClear Super Wideband | Detachable Boom |
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 70 hours | 75 hours |
General(1) | ||
Compatible Platforms | PC,Mac,PlayStation,Switch,Steam Deck,mobile | PC, Xbox, PlayStation, Mobile |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 281 g | 313 g |
Ear Cushion Material | memory foam | Leatherette + Memory Foam |
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Professional reviewers commend the BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed for its phenomenal TriForce Titanium drivers, immersive THX Spatial Audio on Windows, and ultra-low latency 2.4 GHz HyperSpeed dongle that keeps audio perfectly synced with gameplay. They also highlight the impressive battery endurance-over 80 hours in testing-and the detachable HyperClear Super Wideband mic's studio-grade clarity. Criticisms focus on a bright sound signature with weak bass, the absence of active noise cancellation, and limited spatial audio support outside of Windows, as well as a plasticky build and lack of a console EQ app.
Everyday users consistently praise the headset's comfort, clear mic quality, long battery life, and reliable positional audio that aids competitive play. Common praise centers on the lightweight design and ease of switching between platforms. Recurring complaints involve under-whelming bass, occasional Bluetooth dropouts, the lack of active noise cancellation, and a plastic feel that some find less premium.
Professional reviewers, notably Tom's Guide, highlight the Alienware Pro Wireless Gaming Headset as exceptionally comfortable, lightweight, and sound-accurate, praising its 50 mm graphene drivers, dual-mic AI noise cancellation, and effective ANC.
Everyday users consistently commend the headset's comfort during long gaming sessions, the clarity of its graphene-coated drivers, and the lightweight build. Recurring criticisms focus on the fixed earcup design and the subpar music experience in Bluetooth mode due to DSP processing.
“All-day comfort, clear mic for team chat, long battery, and solid sound/positional audio in FPS games.”
“Phenomenal TriForce Titanium 50mm drivers and THX Spatial Audio for exceptional performance in games like CoD MW2 and Forza Motorsport.”
“Communication is key in esports. The 2-mic AI noise cancellation makes my shot calls crystal clear.”
