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HiFiMan Edition XS — Planar magnetic
HiFiMan

HiFiMan Edition XS

Planar magnetic

88
/ 100
From $499
VS
HiFiMan Edition XS wins by 2
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (PS5 Edition) — Gaming · 2023 · PS5 Edition
Razer

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (PS5 Edition)

Gaming · 2023 · PS5 Edition

86
/ 100
From $199
Specdex verdict

HiFiMan Edition XS takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, HiFiMan Edition XS lands at 88 and Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (PS5 Edition) at 86. That puts HiFiMan Edition XS ahead by 2 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick HiFiMan Edition XS if…

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

Pick Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (PS5 Edition) 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

HiFiMan Edition XS

Tuning, detail, and staging

HiFiMan Edition XS leads on sound (88 vs 86).

Noise cancelling

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (PS5 Edition)

ANC strength for commute and travel

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (PS5 Edition) leads on anc (70 vs 0).

Comfort

HiFiMan Edition XS

Long-session wearability

HiFiMan Edition XS leads on comfort (88 vs 84).

Value for money

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (PS5 Edition)

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (PS5 Edition) more score per dollar ($199 vs $499).

HiFiMan Edition XS 88
vs
86 Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (PS5 Edition)

Score breakdown

HiFiMan Edition XS
88
anc 0
sound 88
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (PS5 Edition)
86
anc 70
sound 86
comfort 84
battery 86
features 86

Specs side-by-side

HiFiMan Edition XS versus Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (PS5 Edition) — full spec comparison
Spec HiFiMan Edition XS Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (PS5 Edition)
Type
Planar magnetic
Gaming headset
Variant
—
PS5 Edition
Release year
—
2023

HiFiMan Edition XS

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) (PS5 Edition)

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: HiFiMan Edition XS vs Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (PS5 Edition)

Which is better, HiFiMan Edition XS or Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (PS5 Edition)? +

HiFiMan Edition XS scores 88 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 2. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is HiFiMan Edition XS worth the price? +

At $499, HiFiMan Edition XS delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in battery.

Is Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (PS5 Edition) worth the price? +

At $199, Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (PS5 Edition) delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in sound.

Does HiFiMan Edition XS or Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (PS5 Edition) 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, HiFiMan Edition XS or Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (PS5 Edition)? +

HiFiMan Edition XS — leads on sound (88 vs 86). Tuning, detail, and staging.

Which is better for noise cancelling, HiFiMan Edition XS or Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (PS5 Edition)? +

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (PS5 Edition) — leads on anc (70 vs 0). ANC strength for commute and travel.