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ASTRO Gaming ASTRO A30 LIGHTSPEED vs Razer BlackShark V3: which should you buy?

Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the ASTRO Gaming ASTRO A30 LIGHTSPEED 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 6 of 6 measures.

  • ASTRO Gaming ASTRO A30 LIGHTSPEED
  • Razer BlackShark V3
HearWiki score
-
91
Sound
-
9.2
Battery
-
8.6
Calls
-
8.8
Value
-
9.2
Price (USD)
$180
$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 3 years newer, but it is the same generation of hardware: nothing in the radio, the codecs or the noise cancelling separates them. Nothing separates them on convenience features either, so the choice comes down to tuning and price. For 3 years between them, that is a thin return - treat this as a restyle rather than a new platform.

  • ASTRO A30 LIGHTSPEED2022
  • BlackShark V320253 yr newer

Level on: Top codec, Multipoint pairing, USB-C.

Specifications

ASTRO A30 LIGHTSPEEDBlackShark V3
Type
Gaming
Gaming
Price (USD)
$180
$120
HearWiki score
Not scored
91
Released
2022
2025
Availability
Discontinued
Sold new
Driver
2× 40 mm dynamic
50 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
40 mm
50 mm
Drivers per side
2
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
12 Hz - 28 kHz
Impedance
32 Ω
32 Ω
Sensitivity
105 dB/mW
106 dB/mW
Bluetooth
-
5.3
Codecs
SBC, AAC
SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Latency
-
10 ms
Wireless range
15 m
-
Battery life
27 h
70 h
Full charge time
120 min
-
Quick charge
10 min → 2 h
-
Wireless charging
No
No
Active noise cancelling
No
No
ANC type
none
-
Transparency mode
No
-
Companion app
No
-
Custom EQ
No
-
Wear detection
No
-
Controls
both
-
Weight
342 g
270 g
Water resistance
-
none
Foldable
No
-
Detachable cable
Yes
-
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Connector
3.5 mm
-
Microphones
2
1

What reviewers said

ASTRO Gaming ASTRO A30 LIGHTSPEED

This wireless gaming headset is built for multi-platform use, pairing a low-latency 2.4 GHz connection with Bluetooth for simultaneous audio sources. It houses dual 40 mm drivers in a closed-back shell, delivering a comfortable over-ear fit and a long-lasting 27-hour battery on a single charge. While it lacks active noise cancellation, it offers a wired 3.5 mm option and multipoint connectivity for flexible gaming sessions.

  • Pro:Long 27-hour battery life for extended play
  • Pro:Dual wireless connectivity (2.4 GHz and Bluetooth) with multipoint
  • Pro:Compatible with multiple platforms via USB-C and 3.5 mm jack
  • Con:No active noise cancellation for background noise isolation
  • Con:Lacks transparency mode and custom EQ settings
  • Con:No app support for firmware updates or sound tuning

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

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