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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
Sennheiser HD 800 S wins by 9
Sennheiser HD 800 S — Open-back
Sennheiser

Sennheiser HD 800 S

Open-back

95
/ 100
From $1,699
Specdex verdict

Sennheiser HD 800 S takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) lands at 86 and Sennheiser HD 800 S at 95. That puts Sennheiser HD 800 S ahead by 9 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 Sennheiser HD 800 S 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

Sennheiser HD 800 S

Tuning, detail, and staging

Sennheiser HD 800 S leads on sound (95 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

Sennheiser HD 800 S

Long-session wearability

Sennheiser HD 800 S 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 $1,699).

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) 86
vs
95 Sennheiser HD 800 S

Score breakdown

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black)
86
anc 70
sound 86
comfort 84
battery 86
features 86
Sennheiser HD 800 S
95
anc 0
sound 95
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50

Specs side-by-side

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) versus Sennheiser HD 800 S — full spec comparison
Spec Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) Sennheiser HD 800 S
Type
Gaming headset
Open-back
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

Sennheiser HD 800 S

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 Sennheiser HD 800 S

Which is better, Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) or Sennheiser HD 800 S? +

Sennheiser HD 800 S scores 95 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 9. 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 Sennheiser HD 800 S worth the price? +

At $1,699, Sennheiser HD 800 S delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in battery.

Does Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) or Sennheiser HD 800 S 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 Sennheiser HD 800 S? +

Sennheiser HD 800 S — leads on sound (95 vs 86). Tuning, detail, and staging.

Which is better for noise cancelling, Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) or Sennheiser HD 800 S? +

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