By no means am I a person who is well versed with understanding different audio capabilities, high and low frequency sounds, and how this headset compares to the vast and competitive line of other gaming headsets. With that, take this review for what you will.
I purchased the Turtle Beach Stealth 600 PS4 Headset and the Razer Blackshark V2 X that's compatible with the PS4. I wanted to pin them against each other as these seemed like two budget friendly options that many Youtuber's talk about. My ultimate choice was to keep the Blackshark V2 X because it is by far the most comfortable headset I have ever worn. It is really lightweight, has a very comfortable headband and ear pieces and has no pressure points. I also wear glasses once in awhile and I can say that the headset was beyond comfortable after hours of play while wearing glasses. It felt like thy weren't even there at all. To say that they are very comfortable is a complete understatement, just try them yourself.
The sound quality to me was great as well and while playing games, it felt like a thoroughly immersive experience. Not to mention the noise cancellation worked as advertised and it did make it difficult to hear anything around me while playing. With the exceptional bass the headset packs and the ability to hear the world around you, I really felt like I was in the game I was playing. For example, while shooting guns in games, the bass and the controller vibration make it feel like I'm really there in game. I was really blown away by that feeling. Very immersive and the sound quality was clear, consistent, and is something that I truly look forward to when I play now. While the build is a little different than what I'm used to, I really do think the pilot headset look is dope. No issues with the mic either.
I mentioned earlier that I chose these against the Turtle Beach Stealth 600 and some may want to know why I did. I found the TB's to be bulkier and heavier than what I already had and were also not nearly as comfortable. In my humble opinion, it doesn't matter how great a headset sounds, if the headset is uncomfortable, they're coming off. They had a lot of pressure points and with my glasses, they did tend to bother my ears (even though I have small sized ears). I also wear earrings and the design of the ear pads on the TB's irritated my ears and made them hot and a bit sore tbh. They sound great, pack plenty of bass and boy do they get loud, but to me, it wasn't worth the extra 50 bucks you'd spend if you did choose the TB's over the Blacksharks. I also tried to do a little test of the directional sound compared to the blacksharks and I didn't come across any difference in the quality of the directional audio and ability to hear other players nearby or in the direction shots were fired, etc.
Honestly, you won't be disappointed going with the Blackshark VS X. A quality product at a price you truly can't beat! See for yourself why so many people like this headset!
Razer BlackShark V2 X Wired Gaming Headset with 7.1 Surround Sound, 50mm Drivers, Noise Cancelling Mic
4.4
| 20,222 ratingsPrice: 58.99
Last update: 01-10-2025
About this item
HYPERCLEAR NOISE-CANCELLING MIC — Upgraded with noise-cancelling technology, the headset’s cardioid mic actively rejects ambient noise while capturing voice perfectly
TRIFORCE 50MM DRIVERS — New, cutting-edge proprietary design divides the driver into 3 parts for the individual tuning of highs, mids, and lows —producing brighter, clearer audio with richer highs and more powerful lows
ADVANCED PASSIVE NOISE CANCELLATION — Sturdy closed earcups fully cover ears to prevent noise from leaking into the headset while its cushions provide a closer seal for more sound isolation —
240G ULTRA LIGHT BUILD — Weighing in at an airy 240g, the headset applies minimal pressure and can be worn for long hours of intense gaming without feeling fatigued
HYBRID MEMORY FOAM CUSHIONS — Its soft cushions are wrapped in a smooth fabric that reduces heat build up and provides long-lasting comfort
7.1 SURROUND SOUND — Accurate positional audio that lets users pinpoint intuitively where every sound is coming from *Only available on Windows 10 64-bit
#1 SELLING PC GAMING PERIPHERALS BRAND IN THE U.S. — Source — Circana, Retail Tracking Service, U.S., Dollar Sales, Gaming Designed Mice, Keyboards, and PC Headsets, Jan. 2019- Dec. 2023 combined
TRIFORCE 50MM DRIVERS — New, cutting-edge proprietary design divides the driver into 3 parts for the individual tuning of highs, mids, and lows —producing brighter, clearer audio with richer highs and more powerful lows
ADVANCED PASSIVE NOISE CANCELLATION — Sturdy closed earcups fully cover ears to prevent noise from leaking into the headset while its cushions provide a closer seal for more sound isolation —
240G ULTRA LIGHT BUILD — Weighing in at an airy 240g, the headset applies minimal pressure and can be worn for long hours of intense gaming without feeling fatigued
HYBRID MEMORY FOAM CUSHIONS — Its soft cushions are wrapped in a smooth fabric that reduces heat build up and provides long-lasting comfort
7.1 SURROUND SOUND — Accurate positional audio that lets users pinpoint intuitively where every sound is coming from *Only available on Windows 10 64-bit
#1 SELLING PC GAMING PERIPHERALS BRAND IN THE U.S. — Source — Circana, Retail Tracking Service, U.S., Dollar Sales, Gaming Designed Mice, Keyboards, and PC Headsets, Jan. 2019- Dec. 2023 combined
Product information
Product Dimensions | 6.5 x 3.94 x 7.88 inches |
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Item Weight | 9.9 ounces |
ASIN | B0B7KKD78B |
Item model number | RZ04-04570100-R3U1 |
Customer Reviews |
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Best Sellers Rank | #510 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games) #3 in GEM Box Microconsole #57 in PC Game Headsets |
Date First Available | August 16, 2022 |
Manufacturer | Razer |
Language | English |
Country of Origin | China |