Razer BlackShark V3 Wireless Gaming Headset for PC: 50mm Drivers – Super Wideband Mic – 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth, USB – Works with Mac, PS5, Nintendo Switch, Smartphone – 70 Hr… by Razer

TLDR: These are the best deal in gaming headsets right now just make sure to download the THX spatial software to really get the most out of them. It makes a HUGE difference! Trust me, it’s worth registering to get the activation code.

I had the blackshark v2 for a couple of years and loved them. They were just solid wireless gaming headset. They sounded good enough, the mic was good enough to use at work too, and the battery life lasted all day easily. Sadly, my puppy decided to make them a chew toy so they are in headset heaven now. R.I.P. I liked them so much I was honestly considered just ordering another pair lol When I searched for them I saw there was a new version! This got me to research what’s new in the gaming headset world. Review after review, article after article, spoke VERY highly of these. My research led me to deciding between these, the v3 pro’s , and the Audeze maxwell (I am a sucker for Magnar Planar headphones). All the reviews I read stated the only real difference between these and the Pro’s is the ANC (noise cancelation) and that they sound virtually identical otherwise. So that left me with these or the Audeze and for HALF the cost of the Maxwell’s I figured I’d order these to try em out and if they weren’t good enough I’d just get the Maxwell’s (I KNOW those sound amazing they’re just heavy lol).
Now that I’ve done some testing let me tell you these are INCREDIBLE. I am SHOCKED at what a massive upgrade they are from the Blackshark V2’s. I was pretty happy with those and these are drastically better. The ear cups are much more comfortable, the sound stage is insanely good for closed back cans, bluetooth WITH simultanious sound capability (you can connect to bluetooth AND 2.4ghz wireless at the same time. So you could listen to tunes from your phone while gaming on ur pc/ps5/switch/xbox. AT THE SAME TIME.), the addition of THX spatial surround sound is a GAME CHANGER , and they still do all the things the V2 did great as well like all day comfort, light weight, great comfy design, the fantastic “knob” , and all day+ battery life. I do mean ALL DAY plus too. I work from home using them a solid 9 hours every day then immediately fire up my gaming pc lol so the avg day is 10 hours at least and I’ve never once even gotten a low battery warning let alone having them die.
Now, I need to mention you absolutely MUST download the THX spatial sound app if you have windows 11. I know it’s annoying but it is a massive improvement. It is not some meaningless gimmick that software takes this headset from “yeah that’s alright” to “WOW. That is INCREDIBLE”. The quick profiles are VERY noticeable. The bass boost actually does something meaningful to the sub bass (not just cause muddled nonsense lol) . Turning on THX Spacial and watching a movie with these really feels like being at the theatre. The sound stage is wild for a closed back gaming headset. If you are into nice headphones you know how much better the sound stage is on open back headphones and while yes, this isn’t quite that, it is one of the best I’ve ever experienced from a “gaming headset” let alone one that is only $150. AND IT’S WIRELESS!? Games are just as amazing. The details , sound stage, and again surround sound is fantastic. I know EXACTLY where those footsteps and gun fire are coming from. Explosions are FULL and ear shaking. The volume on these is also very good. Normally I am a “crank it” listener but with these at 70% i’m tapping out lol
Music sounds full and detailed on this headset. I typically use speakers or my nicer plug in amp/cans for music but these are actually good enough I don’t IMMEDIATELY reach for them like I have for the past few years lol The bass on these is pretty solid and it does an impressive job at allowing the each sound/instrument have it’s own “lane” in the sound stage. There is very very minimal “muddying” when you have the music EQ dialed in.
Overall, if you’re looking for a new headset OR having an aging wireless headset from the previous generation (v2, arctis 7, Hyper cloud alpha, A50, etc) I HIGHLY recommend you at least give these a try because you will not find anything remotely close at this price. To find a higher quality set you’re going to spend at least twice as much and they tend to be quite a bit heavier which is a bit rough for long sessions. If you need noise cancelation or the upgraded mic then spend the extra $100 on the Pro’s but if you don’t NEED those 2 features save the $ and buy these. I really can’t see how anyone could be disappointed with these if they are using the THX app and dialing in the EQ these bad boys absolutely SHINE. Just order them already and thank me later.

Absolutely in love with these headphones. Sound quality and mic quality are great and the real seller is the weight. It is lighter than wired headset which is the biggest selling point. The hyperx3 cloud feels like a backpack on your head after an hour where this one I forget is on my head. The wireless range is also top notch and better than the hyperx cloud 3, can listen across my apartment with no interruptions. This is the best headset on the market in my opinion, don’t buy the more expensive HEAVIER pro version, buy this.

I have tried many gaming headsets at this point, over 15 at around the $100 – $300 price range, and for the price, I think this headset’s feature set is unmatched.

Positives:
-You get simultaneous Bluetooth so you cant listen to audio coming from your phone in between game rounds without having to disconnect, which is a huge plus.
-It has dedicated game/chat mix on PC, which is another huge feature at this price, basically on windows it gives you two sources, so you can set up your discord output as a separate source and adjust game/chat balance using the wheel, which is a feature that, if you get used to it, you never wanna go back.
-The ability to save custom EQs on-device means you can completely remove Razer Synapse after setup. (another huge W)
-Comfort is top-notch. I have sensitive ears, and I have tried many so-called “comfortable” gaming headsets didn’t work for me, but this one is definitely among the most comfortable I’ve worn. The clamp force is just right; I like the clamp force to be a little looser in general since I wear glasses, so it was perfect for me.
-The mic is best in class. Coming from almost any other gaming headset mic, the difference is night and day.
-Sound quality is good overall. I prefer a natural sound signature with strong sub-bass extension for rumble in games, music, and movies. While I’ve heard better-sounding headsets, this one still has excellent separation in games and good bass/sub-bass extension. Nothing earth-shattering, but not bad at all.

Nitpicks:
-If sound quality is your #1 priority, the HyperX Cloud 3 sounds better, with stronger bass and sub-bass reproduction (especially if EQ’d). The BlackShark, while good, doesn’t follow a natural sound signature, it’s very much a “Razer tune,” though EQ helps bring it closer.
-The big volume wheel is a huge disappointment. Its not satisfying to turn at all, and since it’s such a major part of the headset’s design, I expected it to feel much more satisfying. The Corsair HS80 and others have much better volume knobs.
-The headset adjustment mechanism is too loose. It slips often, so I find myself readjusting it more often than I’d like.

Overall this headset is definitely a recommendation from me, Razer knocked it out of the park.