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Dark Project HS4 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 5 of 6 measures.

  • Dark Project HS4 Wireless
  • Razer BlackShark V3
HearWiki score
67
91
Sound
6.5
9.2
Battery
8.5
8.6
Calls
-
8.8
Value
7.0
9.2
Price (USD)
$90
$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

Razer BlackShark V3 (2025) against Dark Project HS4 Wireless (2023). The Razer BlackShark V3 is the newer platform here: Bluetooth 5.3 against 5.2 and Top codec AAC against SBC. It also adds USB-C.

  • HS4 Wireless2023
  • BlackShark V320252 yr newer
What differsHS4 WirelessBlackShark V3

Platform

Bluetooth
5.2
5.3
Top codec
SBC
AAC

Everyday features

USB-C
No
Yes

Level on: Multipoint pairing.

Specifications

HS4 WirelessBlackShark V3
Type
Gaming
Gaming
Price (USD)
$90
$120
HearWiki score
67
91
Released
2023
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
20 Hz - 20 kHz
12 Hz - 28 kHz
Impedance
16 Ω
32 Ω
Sensitivity
96 dB/mW
106 dB/mW
Bluetooth
5.2
5.3
Codecs
SBC
SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Latency
-
10 ms
Battery life
100 h
70 h
Full charge time
180 min
-
Wireless charging
No
No
Active noise cancelling
No
No
ANC type
none
-
Transparency mode
No
-
Companion app
No
-
Custom EQ
No
-
Wear detection
No
-
Controls
buttons
-
Weight
250 g
270 g
Water resistance
none
none
Foldable
No
-
Detachable cable
Yes
-
USB-C
No
Yes
Microphones
1
1
Call noise reduction
Yes
-
Call NR technology
noise-cancelling mic
-

What reviewers said

Dark Project HS4 Wireless

The Dark Project HS4 Wireless is a budget-friendly over-ear gaming headset that focuses on long-lasting wireless play, boasting an impressive 100-hour battery life and a large 53mm driver for immersive sound. It connects via Bluetooth 5.2 with multipoint support, allowing seamless switching between devices, though it lacks active noise cancellation and advanced codecs, sticking with basic SBC. Its lightweight 250g build makes it comfortable for extended sessions, but the absence of a USB-C port and app support limits modern convenience.

  • Pro:Exceptional 100-hour battery life
  • Pro:Large 53mm drivers for powerful sound
  • Pro:Bluetooth 5.2 with multipoint connectivity
  • Con:No active noise cancellation
  • Con:Limited to basic SBC codec
  • Con:No USB-C charging port

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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