Razer BlackShark V2 PRO vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Razer BlackShark V2 PRO and SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Razer BlackShark V2 PRO vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Razer BlackShark V2 PRO SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Product Type Headset - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack Headset - wired - USB-C
Height 20 cm -
Width 16.5 cm -
Depth 10 cm -
Weight 320 g 253 g SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 are lighter than Razer BlackShark V2 PRO headphones.
Colour White -
Body Material - Memory foam, airweave
Earpad Material Memory foam -
Design Games -
Recommended Use Portable electronics, computer Game console, portable electronics, computer
Gaming - Yes
SOUND QUALITY Razer BlackShark V2 PRO SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Connectivity Technology Wireless, wired Wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth -
Noise Isolating Yes - Razer BlackShark V2 PRO are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - 360° Spatial Audio
Frequency Response 12 - 28000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz Razer BlackShark V2 PRO offer a larger frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - 1%
Sensitivity 100 dB 93 dB Razer BlackShark V2 PRO have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3.
Impedance 32 Ohm 36 Ohm
Diaphragm 50 mm 40 mm Razer BlackShark V2 PRO have a thicker diaphragm than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3.
Magnet Material Razer Triforce titanium -
Features Razer HyperSpeed Wireless -
MICROPHONE Razer BlackShark V2 PRO SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Form Factor Detachable headset microphone Headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Super cardioid Bi-directional
Noise Cancelling - Yes SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Noise Cancelling Technology - AI Powered Environmental Noise Cancellation
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz 100 - 10000 Hz The frequency response of the microphones in both headphones is the same.
Sensitivity -42 dB -38 dB
Signal-To-Noise Ratio 60 dB -
Microphone Features - Retractable microphone
REMOTE CONTROL Razer BlackShark V2 PRO SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Controls Volume, microphone on/mute Volume, microphone on/mute, RGB colour
CABLE Razer BlackShark V2 PRO SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Cable Type Headset cable - 1.3 m USB-C to USB-A extension cable - detachable - 1.5 m
USB-C to USB-C cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB-C to mini-phone 3.5 mm cable - detachable - 1.2 m
Cable Length 1.3 m -
FEATURES Razer BlackShark V2 PRO SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Features - ComfortMax System
Additional Functions - RGB lighting
BATTERY AND CHARGING Razer BlackShark V2 PRO SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Battery Type Headset battery -
WIRELESS LINK Razer BlackShark V2 PRO SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Radio Frequency Range 2.4GHz -
CONNECTIONS Razer BlackShark V2 PRO SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Connector Type Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) USB (24 pin USB-C)
Audio input / output (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS Razer BlackShark V2 PRO SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3
Supported Host Device OS - Windows 10, Windows 8.1, macOS 10.13 or later
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years -
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