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Audeze Penrose vs Razer BlackShark V3 Pro: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Razer BlackShark V3 Pro comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 86. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Razer BlackShark V3 Pro - Outstanding overall at around $250.

Score breakdown

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

Razer BlackShark V3 Pro leads on 7 of 7 measures.

  • Audeze Penrose
  • Razer BlackShark V3 Pro
HearWiki score
60
86
Sound
8.3
8.7
Noise cancelling
-
7.8
Battery
4.5
9.0
Calls
6.6
8.8
Value
-
7.5
Price (USD)
$300
$250

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?

Mixed generations

Razer BlackShark V3 Pro (2025) against Audeze Penrose (2020). Neither is straightforwardly newer: the Audeze Penrose brings Bluetooth 5.0 against 4.0, while the Razer BlackShark V3 Pro answers with ANC type Hybrid against None.

  • Penrose2020
  • BlackShark V3 Pro20255 yr newer
What differsPenroseBlackShark V3 Pro

Platform

Bluetooth
5.0
4.0
ANC type
None
Hybrid

Specifications

PenroseBlackShark V3 Pro
Type
Gaming
Gaming
Price (USD)
$300
$250
HearWiki score
60
86
Released
2020
2025
Availability
Discontinued
Sold new
Driver
100 mm planar magnetic
50 mm dynamic
Driver type
planar
dynamic
Driver size
100 mm
50 mm
Drivers per side
-
1
Frequency response
-
12 Hz - 28 kHz
Impedance
-
32 Ω
Sensitivity
-
108 dB/mW
Bluetooth
5.0
4.0
Codecs
-
SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing
-
Yes
Latency
-
10 ms
Wireless range
-
10 m
Battery life
15 h
70 h
Battery life (ANC on)
-
48 h
Quick charge
-
10 min → 6 h
Wireless charging
-
No
Active noise cancelling
-
Yes
ANC type
-
hybrid
Transparency mode
-
Yes
Companion app
-
Yes
Custom EQ
-
Yes
Wear detection
-
No
Controls
-
both
Weight
320 g
367 g
USB-C
-
Yes
Microphones
-
1

What reviewers said

Audeze Penrose

A wireless gaming headset built for consoles and PC, featuring large 100 mm planar magnetic drivers for detailed, low-distortion sound. It offers both a low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless connection and Bluetooth 5.0 for flexibility, with a comfortable 320-gram build and around 15 hours of battery life. There is no active noise cancellation, so it relies on passive isolation from the ear pads.

  • Pro:Excellent clarity and detail from planar magnetic drivers
  • Pro:Dual wireless modes: low-latency 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth
  • Pro:Lightweight for its driver size at 320 grams
  • Con:No active noise cancellation
  • Con:Bulky design may not suit all users
  • Con:Battery life could be better for marathon gaming

Razer BlackShark V3 Pro

The Razer BlackShark V3 Pro is a premium wireless gaming headset that prioritizes long play sessions, offering an impressive 70-hour battery life and low-latency Bluetooth 5.3. It features 50mm dynamic drivers for detailed sound, a built-in mic, and a comfortable over-ear design, though it skips active noise cancellation in favor of a lighter build and transparency mode. Ideal for competitive gamers who need reliable wireless performance and extended uptime without extra noise-canceling bulk.

  • Pro:Exceptional 70-hour battery life
  • Pro:Ultra-low 10ms latency for gaming
  • Pro:Supports multi-device Bluetooth pairing
  • Con:No active noise cancellation at this price
  • Con:Only AAC codec support, no aptX or LDAC
  • Con:Single mic may be limiting for streamers

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

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