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Beyerdynamic MMX 230 Wireless 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 6 of 7 measures.

  • Beyerdynamic MMX 230 Wireless
  • Razer BlackShark V3
HearWiki score
75
91
Sound
8.2
9.2
Noise cancelling
5.7
-
Battery
8.4
8.6
Calls
6.3
8.8
Value
7.3
9.2
Price (USD)
$170
$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?

New platform

Both shipped in 2025. The Beyerdynamic MMX 230 Wireless is the newer platform here: Bluetooth 6.0 against 5.3, Top codec LC3 against AAC, LE Audio (LC3) and ANC type Adaptive against None.

  • MMX 230 Wireless2025
  • BlackShark V32025
What differsMMX 230 WirelessBlackShark V3

Platform

Bluetooth
6.0
5.3
Top codec
LC3
AAC
LE Audio (LC3)
Yes
No
ANC type
Adaptive
None

Level on: Multipoint pairing, USB-C.

Specifications

MMX 230 WirelessBlackShark V3
Type
Gaming
Gaming
Price (USD)
$170
$120
HearWiki score
75
91
Released
2025
2025
Availability
Sold new
Sold new
Driver
40 mm dynamic
50 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
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
116 dB/mW
106 dB/mW
Bluetooth
6.0
5.3
Codecs
SBC, LC3
SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Latency
30 ms
10 ms
Wireless range
20 m
-
Battery life
60 h
70 h
Battery life (ANC on)
35 h
-
Quick charge
15 min → 16 h
-
Wireless charging
No
No
Active noise cancelling
Yes
No
ANC type
adaptive
-
Transparency mode
Yes
-
Companion app
Yes
-
Custom EQ
Yes
-
Wear detection
No
-
Controls
both
-
Weight
-
270 g
Water resistance
none
none
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Pad material
velour
-
Connector
3.5 mm
-
Microphones
1
1
Microphone type
MEMS
-
Call noise reduction
Yes
-
Call NR technology
ENC
-

What reviewers said

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 Wireless

The Beyerdynamic MMX 230 Wireless is a versatile gaming headset that combines adaptive active noise cancellation with a long-lasting 60-hour battery (35 hours with ANC on). It features Bluetooth 6.0, multipoint connectivity, and a detachable microphone, making it a solid pick for multi-platform gaming and daily wireless use.

  • Pro:Excellent 60-hour battery life (35 hours with ANC)
  • Pro:Adaptive active noise cancellation for immersive gaming
  • Pro:Bluetooth 6.0 with multipoint for seamless device switching
  • Con:No water resistance rating
  • Con:No wireless charging support
  • Con:Only one microphone for calls or chat

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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