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Edifier G5 Max 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.

  • Edifier G5 Max
  • Razer BlackShark V3
HearWiki score
82
91
Sound
8.3
9.2
Battery
10.0
8.6
Calls
5.4
8.8
Value
9.0
9.2
Price (USD)
$150
$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

Edifier G5 Max (2026) against Razer BlackShark V3 (2025). The Edifier G5 Max is the newer platform here: Bluetooth 6.0 against 5.3 and Top codec LHDC against AAC. The Razer BlackShark V3 answers on convenience features: it adds Multipoint pairing.

  • G5 Max20261 yr newer
  • BlackShark V32025
What differsG5 MaxBlackShark V3

Platform

Bluetooth
6.0
5.3
Top codec
LHDC
AAC

Everyday features

Multipoint pairing
No
Yes

Level on: USB-C.

Specifications

G5 MaxBlackShark V3
Type
Gaming
Gaming
Price (USD)
$150
$120
HearWiki score
82
91
Released
2026
2025
Availability
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 - 40 kHz
12 Hz - 28 kHz
Impedance
64 Ω
32 Ω
Sensitivity
-
106 dB/mW
Bluetooth
6.0
5.3
Codecs
SBC, LHDC
SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing
No
Yes
Latency
-
10 ms
Wireless range
10 m
-
Battery life
305 h
70 h
Full charge time
360 min
-
Wireless charging
No
No
Active noise cancelling
Yes
No
Transparency mode
Yes
-
Companion app
Yes
-
Custom EQ
Yes
-
Controls
both
-
Voice assistant
Yes
-
Weight
305 g
270 g
Water resistance
none
none
Detachable cable
Yes
-
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Pad material
protein-leather
-
Connector
USB-C
-
Microphones
3
1
Microphone type
electret
-
Call noise reduction
Yes
-
Call NR technology
AI ENC
-

What reviewers said

Edifier G5 Max

The Edifier G5 Max is a wireless gaming headset built around large 53mm dynamic drivers, offering immersive THX Spatial Audio and an exceptional 305-hour battery life. It supports Bluetooth 6.0 with SBC and LHDC codecs, plus a USB-C connection, while its design prioritizes comfort for long sessions. However, its microphone quality and lack of multipoint pairing limit its appeal for those needing clear voice chat or multi-device flexibility.

  • Pro:Exceptional 305-hour battery life
  • Pro:Large 53mm drivers with THX Spatial Audio
  • Pro:Comfortable fit for extended gaming
  • Con:Weak microphone performance
  • Con:No multipoint pairing (one device at a time)
  • Con:No active noise cancellation despite specs listing it

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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