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ASTRO Gaming A20 Mobile vs Razer BlackShark V3: which should you buy?

Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the ASTRO Gaming A20 Mobile vs Razer BlackShark V3, side by side. Where a product has no HearWiki score yet, not enough reviews have been aggregated to rate it.

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

Razer BlackShark V3 leads on 5 of 6 measures.

  • ASTRO Gaming A20 Mobile
  • Razer BlackShark V3
HearWiki score
-
91
Sound
-
9.2
Battery
-
8.6
Calls
-
8.8
Value
-
9.2
Price (USD)
$100
$120

Generation & platform

The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?

Same generation

The Razer BlackShark V3 is 6 years newer, but it is the same generation of hardware: nothing in the radio, the codecs or the noise cancelling separates them. The platform is level; the newer hardware shows up in convenience features instead - the Razer BlackShark V3 adds Multipoint pairing. For 6 years between them, that is a thin return - treat this as a restyle rather than a new platform.

  • A20 Mobile2019
  • BlackShark V320256 yr newer
What differsA20 MobileBlackShark V3

Everyday features

Multipoint pairing
No
Yes

Level on: USB-C.

Specifications

A20 MobileBlackShark V3
Type
Gaming
Gaming
Price (USD)
$100
$120
HearWiki score
Not scored
91
Released
2019
2025
Availability
Discontinued
Sold new
Driver
40 mm driver
50 mm dynamic
Driver type
-
dynamic
Driver size
40 mm
50 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
12 Hz - 28 kHz
Impedance
32 Ω
32 Ω
Sensitivity
100 dB/mW
106 dB/mW
Bluetooth
-
5.3
Codecs
-
SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing
No
Yes
Latency
-
10 ms
Battery life
15 h
70 h
Full charge time
210 min
-
Wireless charging
No
No
Active noise cancelling
No
No
ANC type
none
-
Transparency mode
No
-
Companion app
No
-
Custom EQ
Yes
-
Wear detection
No
-
Controls
buttons
-
Weight
318 g
270 g
Case weight
7.1 g
-
Water resistance
none
none
Foldable
No
-
Detachable cable
Yes
-
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Model code
ASTRO A20
-
Microphones
1
1
Call noise reduction
No
-

What reviewers said

ASTRO Gaming A20 Mobile

The ASTRO Gaming A20 Mobile is a wireless gaming headset designed for cross-platform use via a USB transmitter, offering a clear and detailed sound signature tuned for gaming. It prioritizes comfort for long sessions with a lightweight build and provides around 15 hours of battery life, though it lacks active noise cancellation and app support. This is a straightforward, button-controlled headset focused on core gaming performance rather than extra features.

  • Pro:Comfortable design for extended wear
  • Pro:Wireless freedom with USB transmitter
  • Pro:Clear, detailed gaming audio
  • Con:No active noise cancellation
  • Con:No companion app for customization
  • Con:Not foldable for easy storage

Razer BlackShark V3

The Razer BlackShark V3 is a wireless gaming headset that emphasizes long-lasting performance with a 70-hour battery and 50mm drivers for robust audio. It supports Bluetooth 5.3 with SBC and AAC codecs, plus multipoint connectivity for versatile use, though it omits active noise cancellation. The headset also features a noise-canceling microphone and a low-latency 10ms mode, making it a solid choice for gamers seeking extended play sessions.

  • Pro:Exceptional 70-hour battery life
  • Pro:Comfortable 270g lightweight build
  • Pro:Multipoint Bluetooth 5.3 for multi-device use
  • Con:No active noise cancellation
  • Con:No water resistance rating
  • Con:Lacks wireless charging support

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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