Razer reveals BlackShark V2 Hyperspeed gaming headset

Razer has revealed the Blackshark V2 Hyperspeed gaming headset as a mid-range possibility for many who aren’t able to make the leap to the BlackShark V2 Pro. Higher but, it’s out there proper now! 

Whereas it looks as if the target right here is to strip again options so as to make it extra reasonably priced, in actuality, Razer has as a substitute created a product that would simply have sat alongside the V2 Professional as a flagship launch. 

We reviewed the BlackShark V2 Professional and located it to be among the many greatest wi-fi gaming headsets you can see in the marketplace. With the BlackShark Hyperspeed, Razer desires to retain as a lot high quality as attainable, whereas additionally making it extra reasonably priced given the V2 Professional retails for $199.99.

We all know that the headset will nonetheless be fairly gentle, at simply 280g, which means lengthy classes shouldn’t trigger any consolation issues together with your head or neck. Its battery life additionally nonetheless boasts 70 hours of use. 

The V2 Professional can be used whereas charging, however is in any other case a completely wi-fi machine. This has been modified for the Razer BlackShark V2 Hyperspeed and we see it as an enormous win. When utilizing the Hyperspeed headset wirelessly, it makes use of 5.2 Bluetooth. THX spatial audio is retained from the V2 Professional too, which means you’ve entry to superior 7.1 encompass sound permitting for higher positional accuracy, key in video games like CS2 and Fortnite.

The place compromises have been made is with the RGB lights on the ear cups. That is more likely to do wonders for the long run battery life though you may merely flip them off on the V2 Professional. Past this, there are so few variations, akin to the fabric of the ear cups, which means the BlackShark V2 Hyperspeed might be the popular possibility for many avid gamers, as its value has fallen in comparison with the V2 Professional.

Razer BlackShark V2 Hyperspeed value

The Razer BlackShark V2 Hyperspeed will price $129.99 at launch. That is $70 cheaper than the V2 Professional, making it a way more reasonably priced different if price range is a matter. 

This locations the BlackShark V2 Hyperspeed proper between the V2 Professional and the price range BlackShark X gaming headsets.

For extra on the newest Razer gear, you may take a look at our Razer Blade 16 overview, and Razer Blackwidow V4 Pro overview.