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ASUS ROG Delta 2 vs Razer BlackShark V3: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Razer BlackShark V3 comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 91. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Razer BlackShark V3 - Outstanding overall at around $125.

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.

  • ASUS ROG Delta 2
  • Razer BlackShark V3
HearWiki score
78
91
Sound
8.1
9.2
Battery
9.0
8.6
Calls
7.4
8.8
Value
8.6
9.2
Price (USD)
$200
$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?

Half a step newer

Razer BlackShark V3 (2025) against ASUS ROG Delta 2 (2024). The Razer BlackShark V3 edges ahead on platform, but only just: Bluetooth 5.3 against 5.2.

  • ROG Delta 22024
  • BlackShark V320251 yr newer
What differsROG Delta 2BlackShark V3

Platform

Bluetooth
5.2
5.3

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

Specifications

ROG Delta 2BlackShark V3
Type
Gaming
Gaming
Price (USD)
$200
$120
HearWiki score
78
91
Released
2024
2025
Availability
Still sold new
Sold new
Driver
50 mm dynamic
50 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
50 mm
50 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
12 Hz - 28 kHz
Impedance
32 Ω
32 Ω
Sensitivity
-
106 dB/mW
Bluetooth
5.2
5.3
Codecs
AAC
SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Latency
-
10 ms
Battery life
110 h
70 h
Full charge time
15 min
-
Quick charge
15 min → 11 h
-
Wireless charging
No
No
Active noise cancelling
No
No
ANC type
none
-
Transparency mode
No
-
Companion app
Yes
-
Custom EQ
No
-
Wear detection
No
-
Controls
buttons
-
Weight
318 g
270 g
Water resistance
none
none
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Pad material
leatherette
-
Connector
3.5 mm
-
Model code
ROG Delta II
-
Microphones
1
1
Call noise reduction
No
-

What reviewers said

ASUS ROG Delta 2

The Asus ROG Delta 2 is a feature-rich gaming headset that prioritizes long listening sessions, boasting an impressive 110-hour battery life on a single charge. It pairs 50mm dynamic drivers with Bluetooth 5.2 and a 2.4GHz wireless connection for versatile use, all housed in a comfortable over-ear design with a detachable mic. While it skips active noise cancellation, it supports multipoint connectivity for seamless switching between devices.

  • Pro:Exceptional 110-hour battery life
  • Pro:Comfortable over-ear fit for long sessions
  • Pro:Supports both Bluetooth 5.2 and 2.4GHz wireless
  • Con:No active noise cancellation
  • Con:Only supports AAC codec
  • Con:No custom EQ or transparency mode

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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