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Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) — Gaming · 2023 · Black
Razer

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black)

Gaming · 2023 · Black

86
/ 100
From $199
VS
HiFiMan Susvara wins by 10
HiFiMan Susvara — Planar magnetic
HiFiMan

HiFiMan Susvara

Planar magnetic

96
/ 100
From $5,999
Specdex verdict

HiFiMan Susvara takes it — here’s why.

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

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

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

Pick HiFiMan Susvara if…

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

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

Score breakdown

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black)
86
anc 70
sound 86
comfort 84
battery 86
features 86
HiFiMan Susvara
96
anc 0
sound 96
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50

Specs side-by-side

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

Is HiFiMan Susvara worth the price? +

At $5,999, HiFiMan Susvara delivers a Specdex score of 96 — strongest in battery.

Does Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) or HiFiMan Susvara 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, Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) or HiFiMan Susvara? +

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

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

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