Gaming
Audio Technica ATH-ADG1X
71Good
$170
Full review dataAudio Technica ATH-ADG1X 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.
Gaming
Razer BlackShark V3
91Outstanding
$120
Full review dataScore 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.
- Audio Technica ATH-ADG1X
- Razer BlackShark V3
HearWiki score
71
91
Sound
8.0
9.2
Battery
-
8.6
Calls
8.4
8.8
Value
7.2
9.2
Price (USD)
$170
$120
Specifications
ATH-ADG1XBlackShark V3
- Type
- Gaming
- Gaming
- Price (USD)
- $170
- $120
- HearWiki score
- 71
- 91
- Released
- 2015
- 2025
- Availability
- Still sold new
- Sold new
- Driver
- 53 mm dynamic
- 50 mm dynamic
- Driver type
- dynamic
- dynamic
- Driver size
- 53 mm
- 50 mm
- Drivers per side
- 1
- 1
- Frequency response
- 5 Hz - 35 kHz
- 12 Hz - 28 kHz
- Impedance
- 48 Ω
- 32 Ω
- Sensitivity
- 99 dB/mW
- 106 dB/mW
- Bluetooth
- -
- 5.3
- Codecs
- -
- SBC, AAC
- Multipoint pairing
- -
- Yes
- Latency
- -
- 10 ms
- Battery life
- -
- 70 h
- Wireless charging
- -
- No
- Active noise cancelling
- -
- No
- Weight
- 285 g
- 270 g
- Water resistance
- -
- none
- USB-C
- -
- Yes
- Connector
- 3.5 mm
- -
- Microphones
- 1
- 1
- Microphone type
- condenser
- -
- Mic sensitivity
- -41 dBV
- -
What reviewers said
Audio Technica ATH-ADG1X
The Audio Technica ATH-ADG1X is an open-back gaming headset built around large 53mm dynamic drivers, delivering a spacious soundstage with punchy bass and clear highs. Its flexible condenser mic captures voice with impressive clarity, while the inline cable controls add convenience for in-game adjustments. With a lightweight 285g design and wide frequency response, it aims to provide an immersive and comfortable gaming experience.
- Pro:Spacious open-back soundstage
- Pro:Powerful and lively bass response
- Pro:Excellent microphone clarity for chat
- Con:Open-back design leaks sound
- Con:No detachable cable
- Con:Bulky design may not suit all users
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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