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Focal Celestee — Closed-back
Focal

Focal Celestee

Closed-back

88
/ 100
From $999
VS
Focal Celestee wins by 2
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) — Gaming · 2023 · Black
Razer

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black)

Gaming · 2023 · Black

86
/ 100
From $199
Specdex verdict

Focal Celestee takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Focal Celestee lands at 88 and Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) at 86. That puts Focal Celestee ahead by 2 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Focal Celestee if…

  • ✓Reference-level detail
  • ✓Well-regarded in audiophile community
  • ✓Long-term ownership appeal

Pick Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) if…

  • ✓Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
  • ✓Detachable broadcast mic
  • ✓Console compatibility
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Sound quality

Focal Celestee

Tuning, detail, and staging

Focal Celestee leads on sound (88 vs 86).

Noise cancelling

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black)

ANC strength for commute and travel

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) leads on anc (70 vs 0).

Comfort

Focal Celestee

Long-session wearability

Focal Celestee leads on comfort (88 vs 84).

Value for money

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black)

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) more score per dollar ($199 vs $999).

Focal Celestee 88
vs
86 Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black)

Score breakdown

Focal Celestee
88
anc 0
sound 88
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black)
86
anc 70
sound 86
comfort 84
battery 86
features 86

Specs side-by-side

Focal Celestee versus Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) — full spec comparison
Spec Focal Celestee Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black)
Type
Closed-back
Gaming headset
Variant
—
Black
Release year
—
2023

Focal Celestee

Pros
  • +Reference-level detail
  • +Well-regarded in audiophile community
  • +Long-term ownership appeal
Cons
  • −Requires amplifier (most)
  • −No active noise cancellation
  • −Impractical for commuting

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black)

Pros
  • +Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
  • +Detachable broadcast mic
  • +Console compatibility
Cons
  • −Bulkier than audiophile cans
  • −Game-tuned EQ
  • −Software required on PC

FAQ: Focal Celestee vs Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black)

Which is better, Focal Celestee or Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black)? +

Focal Celestee scores 88 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 2. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Focal Celestee worth the price? +

At $999, Focal Celestee delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in battery.

Is Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) worth the price? +

At $199, Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in sound.

Does Focal Celestee or Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for sound quality, Focal Celestee or Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black)? +

Focal Celestee — leads on sound (88 vs 86). Tuning, detail, and staging.

Which is better for noise cancelling, Focal Celestee or Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black)? +

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) — leads on anc (70 vs 0). ANC strength for commute and travel.