Gaming
Corsair Virtuoso RGB Wireless SE
60Average
$210
Full review dataCorsair Virtuoso RGB Wireless SE 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 87. 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 5 of 7 measures.
- Corsair Virtuoso RGB Wireless SE
- Razer BlackShark V3 Pro
HearWiki score
60
87
Sound
7.0
8.7
Noise cancelling
-
7.8
Battery
5.2
9.0
Calls
9.0
8.8
Value
3.2
7.5
Price (USD)
$210
$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?
Half a step newer
Razer BlackShark V3 Pro (2025) against Corsair Virtuoso RGB Wireless SE (2019). The Razer BlackShark V3 Pro edges ahead on platform, but only just: ANC type Hybrid against None. It also adds Multipoint pairing, USB-C and Transparency mode.
- Virtuoso RGB Wireless SE2019
- BlackShark V3 Pro20256 yr newer
What differsVirtuoso RGB Wireless SEBlackShark V3 Pro
- ANC type
- None
- Hybrid
- Multipoint pairing
- No
- Yes
- USB-C
- No
- Yes
- Transparency mode
- No
- Yes
Platform
Everyday features
Level on: Custom EQ, Companion app.
Specifications
Virtuoso RGB Wireless SEBlackShark V3 Pro
- Type
- Gaming
- Gaming
- Price (USD)
- $210
- $250
- HearWiki score
- 60
- 87
- Released
- 2019
- 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 - 40 kHz
- 12 Hz - 28 kHz
- Impedance
- 32 Ω
- 32 Ω
- Sensitivity
- 109 dB/mW
- 108 dB/mW
- Bluetooth
- -
- 4.0
- Codecs
- -
- SBC, AAC
- Multipoint pairing
- No
- Yes
- Latency
- -
- 10 ms
- Wireless range
- 18 m
- 10 m
- Battery life
- 20 h
- 70 h
- Battery life (ANC on)
- -
- 48 h
- Quick charge
- -
- 10 min → 6 h
- Wireless charging
- No
- No
- Active noise cancelling
- No
- Yes
- ANC type
- none
- hybrid
- Transparency mode
- No
- Yes
- Companion app
- Yes
- Yes
- Custom EQ
- Yes
- Yes
- Wear detection
- No
- No
- Controls
- buttons
- both
- Voice assistant
- No
- -
- Weight
- 380 g
- 367 g
- Water resistance
- none
- -
- Detachable cable
- Yes
- -
- USB-C
- No
- Yes
- Connector
- 3.5 mm
- -
- Model code
- CA-9011180-NA
- -
- Microphones
- 1
- 1
- Microphone type
- condenser
- -
- Mic sensitivity
- -42 dBV
- -
- Call noise reduction
- No
- -
What reviewers said
Corsair Virtuoso RGB Wireless SE
The Corsair Virtuoso RGB Wireless SE is a premium gaming headset built with a 50mm dynamic driver and a detachable condenser microphone, offering a wide 20 Hz to 40 kHz frequency response. It provides up to 20 hours of wireless use over a 2.4 GHz connection (18m range) and includes a 3.5mm wired option for versatility. While it lacks active noise cancellation or transparency features, its robust construction and custom EQ support via companion app make it a solid choice for gamers seeking comfort and audio fidelity.
- Pro:High-quality 50mm drivers deliver detailed sound
- Pro:Long 20-hour battery life for extended sessions
- Pro:Detachable condenser mic with good clarity
- Con:No active noise cancellation or transparency mode
- Con:Heavy at 380g, may feel bulky over long use
- Con:No multipoint pairing for multi-device switching
Razer BlackShark V3 Pro
The Razer BlackShark V3 Pro is a wireless gaming headset that pairs a long-lasting battery with hybrid active noise cancellation for focused play sessions. It features 50mm dynamic drivers, Bluetooth with multipoint support, and a low-latency design, making it a versatile option for both gaming and everyday use. Its lightweight build and customizable EQ add to its appeal for extended comfort and personalized sound.
- Pro:Hybrid ANC for immersive gaming
- Pro:Up to 70 hours of battery life
- Pro:Multipoint Bluetooth connectivity
- Con:Heavier than some rivals at 367g
- Con:No wireless charging support
- Con:Only one microphone for communication
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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