Edifier G5 Max 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.

Gaming

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

Razer BlackShark V3 Pro leads on 4 of 7 measures.

Edifier G5 Max
Razer BlackShark V3 Pro

HearWiki score

Sound

8.3

8.7

Noise cancelling

7.8

Battery

10.0

9.0

Calls

5.4

8.8

Value

9.0

7.5

Price (USD)

$150

$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?

Mixed generations

Edifier G5 Max (2026) against Razer BlackShark V3 Pro (2025). Neither is straightforwardly newer: the Edifier G5 Max brings Bluetooth 6.0 against 4.0 and Top codec LHDC against AAC, while the Razer BlackShark V3 Pro answers with ANC type Hybrid against None. The Razer BlackShark V3 Pro answers on convenience features: it adds Multipoint pairing.

G5 Max20261 yr newer
BlackShark V3 Pro2025

What differsG5 MaxBlackShark V3 Pro

Bluetooth: 6.0; 4.0
Top codec: LHDC; AAC
ANC type: None; Hybrid
Multipoint pairing: No; Yes

Level on: USB-C, Transparency mode, Custom EQ, Companion app.

Specifications

G5 MaxBlackShark V3 Pro

Type: Gaming; Gaming
Price (USD): $150; $250
HearWiki score: 82; 87
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: -; 108 dB/mW
Bluetooth: 6.0; 4.0
Codecs: SBC, LHDC; SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing: No; Yes
Latency: -; 10 ms
Wireless range: 10 m; 10 m
Battery life: 305 h; 70 h
Battery life (ANC on): -; 48 h
Full charge time: 360 min; -
Quick charge: -; 10 min → 6 h
Wireless charging: No; No
Active noise cancelling: Yes; Yes
ANC type: -; hybrid
Transparency mode: Yes; Yes
Companion app: Yes; Yes
Custom EQ: Yes; Yes
Wear detection: -; No
Controls: both; both
Voice assistant: Yes; -
Weight: 305 g; 367 g
Water resistance: 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; -

Specification comparison of Edifier G5 Max vs Razer BlackShark V3 Pro
Spec	Edifier G5 Max	Razer BlackShark V3 Pro
Type	Gaming	Gaming
Price (USD)	$150	$250
HearWiki score	82 / 100 Outstanding	87 / 100 Outstanding
Released	2026	2025
Audio
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	-	108 dB/mW
Wireless
Bluetooth	6.0	4.0
Codecs	SBC, LHDC	SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing	No	Yes
Latency	-	10 ms
Wireless range	10 m	10 m
Battery
Battery life	305 h	70 h
Battery life (ANC on)	-	48 h
Full charge time	360 min	-
Quick charge	-	10 min → 6 h
Wireless charging	No	No
Features
Active noise cancelling	Yes	Yes
ANC type	-	hybrid
Transparency mode	Yes	Yes
Companion app	Yes	Yes
Custom EQ	Yes	Yes
Wear detection	-	No
Controls	both	both
Voice assistant	Yes	-
Design
Weight	305 g	367 g
Water resistance	none	-
Detachable cable	Yes	-
USB-C	Yes	Yes
Pad material	protein-leather	-
Connector	USB-C	-
Calls
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 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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