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HiFiMan Susvara — Planar magnetic
HiFiMan

HiFiMan Susvara

Planar magnetic

96
/ 100
From $5,999
VS
HiFiMan Susvara wins by 10
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

HiFiMan Susvara takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, HiFiMan Susvara lands at 96 and Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) at 86. That puts HiFiMan Susvara ahead by 10 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick HiFiMan Susvara 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

HiFiMan Susvara

Tuning, detail, and staging

HiFiMan Susvara leads on sound (96 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

HiFiMan Susvara

Long-session wearability

HiFiMan Susvara 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 $5,999).

HiFiMan Susvara 96
vs
86 Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black)

Score breakdown

HiFiMan Susvara
96
anc 0
sound 96
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

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

HiFiMan Susvara

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: HiFiMan Susvara vs Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black)

Which is better, HiFiMan Susvara or Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black)? +

HiFiMan Susvara scores 96 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 10. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is HiFiMan Susvara worth the price? +

At $5,999, HiFiMan Susvara delivers a Specdex score of 96 — 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 HiFiMan Susvara 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, HiFiMan Susvara or Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black)? +

HiFiMan Susvara — leads on sound (96 vs 86). Tuning, detail, and staging.

Which is better for noise cancelling, HiFiMan Susvara 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.