Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black)
Gaming · 2023 · Black
Sony WH-1000XM6
LDAC · 30 h · 12-mic ANC with QN3
Sony WH-1000XM6 takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) lands at 86 and Sony WH-1000XM6 at 95. That puts Sony WH-1000XM6 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 Sony WH-1000XM6 if…
- ✓Best sound quality in ANC class
- ✓LDAC + multipoint + Auracast support
- ✓Excellent EQ app and ANC tuning
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testSound quality
Sony WH-1000XM6Tuning, detail, and staging
Sony WH-1000XM6 leads on sound (96 vs 86).
Noise cancelling
Sony WH-1000XM6ANC strength for commute and travel
Sony WH-1000XM6 leads on anc (94 vs 70).
Comfort
Sony WH-1000XM6Long-session wearability
Sony WH-1000XM6 leads on comfort (92 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 $449).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) | Sony WH-1000XM6 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Gaming headset | — |
| Variant | Black | — |
| Release year | 2023 | — |
| Driver | — | 30 mm dynamic |
| ANC | — | Hybrid · 12-mic with QN3 HD Noise Cancelling Processor |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.3 LE |
| Codecs | — | LDAC + LC3 + AAC + SBC |
| Battery | — | 30 h (24 with ANC on) |
| Charging | — | USB-C, 3 min for 3 h |
| Weight | — | 254 g |
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black)
- +Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
- +Detachable broadcast mic
- +Console compatibility
- −Bulkier than audiophile cans
- −Game-tuned EQ
- −Software required on PC
Sony WH-1000XM6
- +Best sound quality in ANC class
- +LDAC + multipoint + Auracast support
- +Excellent EQ app and ANC tuning
- −ANC marginally trails Bose QC Ultra
- −Plastic build vs premium rivals
- −No higher-res codecs above LDAC
FAQ: Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) vs Sony WH-1000XM6
Which is better, Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) or Sony WH-1000XM6? +
Sony WH-1000XM6 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 Sony WH-1000XM6 worth the price? +
At $449, Sony WH-1000XM6 delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in sound.
Does Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) or Sony WH-1000XM6 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 Sony WH-1000XM6? +
Sony WH-1000XM6 — leads on sound (96 vs 86). Tuning, detail, and staging.
Which is better for noise cancelling, Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) or Sony WH-1000XM6? +
Sony WH-1000XM6 — leads on anc (94 vs 70). ANC strength for commute and travel.