Razer BlackShark V3 Pro vs Turtle Beach Stealth Pro II: 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.

Turtle Beach Stealth Pro II leads on 3 of 7 measures.

Razer BlackShark V3 Pro
Turtle Beach Stealth Pro II

HearWiki score

Sound

8.7

Noise cancelling

7.8

Battery

9.0

9.6

Calls

8.8

9.2

Value

7.5

7.6

Price (USD)

$250

$350

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

Turtle Beach Stealth Pro II (2026) against Razer BlackShark V3 Pro (2025). The Turtle Beach Stealth Pro II is the newer platform here: Bluetooth 5.3 against 4.0, Top codec LC3 against AAC and LE Audio (LC3).

BlackShark V3 Pro2025
Stealth Pro II20261 yr newer

What differsBlackShark V3 ProStealth Pro II

Bluetooth: 4.0; 5.3
Top codec: AAC; LC3
LE Audio (LC3): No; Yes

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

Specifications

BlackShark V3 ProStealth Pro II

Type: Gaming; Gaming
Price (USD): $250; $350
HearWiki score: 87; 82
Released: 2025; 2026
Availability: Sold new; Sold new
Driver: 50 mm dynamic; 2-driver hybrid
Driver type: dynamic; hybrid
Driver size: 50 mm; 60 mm
Drivers per side: 1; 2
Frequency response: 12 Hz - 28 kHz; 10 Hz - 40 kHz
Impedance: 32 Ω; 32 Ω
Sensitivity: 108 dB/mW; -
Bluetooth: 4.0; 5.3
Codecs: SBC, AAC; SBC, LC3plus, LDAC
Multipoint pairing: Yes; Yes
Latency: 10 ms; -
Wireless range: 10 m; 15 m
Battery life: 70 h; 40 h
Battery life (ANC on): 48 h; -
Battery incl. case: -; 80 h
Full charge time: -; 15 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; No
Controls: both; both
Voice assistant: -; Yes
Weight: 367 g; 393 g
USB-C: Yes; Yes
Pad material: -; fabric
Connector: -; USB-C
Microphones: 1; 5
Microphone type: -; beamforming
Mic sensitivity: -; -22 dBV
Call noise reduction: -; Yes
Call NR technology: -; noise-cancelling mic

Specification comparison of Razer BlackShark V3 Pro vs Turtle Beach Stealth Pro II
Spec	Razer BlackShark V3 Pro	Turtle Beach Stealth Pro II
Type	Gaming	Gaming
Price (USD)	$250	$350
HearWiki score	87 / 100 Outstanding	82 / 100 Outstanding
Released	2025	2026
Audio
Driver	50 mm dynamic	2-driver hybrid
Driver type	dynamic	hybrid
Driver size	50 mm	60 mm
Drivers per side	1	2
Frequency response	12 Hz - 28 kHz	10 Hz - 40 kHz
Impedance	32 Ω	32 Ω
Sensitivity	108 dB/mW	-
Wireless
Bluetooth	4.0	5.3
Codecs	SBC, AAC	SBC, LC3plus, LDAC
Multipoint pairing	Yes	Yes
Latency	10 ms	-
Wireless range	10 m	15 m
Battery
Battery life	70 h	40 h
Battery life (ANC on)	48 h	-
Battery incl. case	-	80 h
Full charge time	-	15 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	No
Controls	both	both
Voice assistant	-	Yes
Design
Weight	367 g	393 g
USB-C	Yes	Yes
Pad material	-	fabric
Connector	-	USB-C
Calls
Microphones	1	5
Microphone type	-	beamforming
Mic sensitivity	-	-22 dBV
Call noise reduction	-	Yes
Call NR technology	-	noise-cancelling mic

What reviewers said

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

Turtle Beach Stealth Pro II

The Turtle Beach Stealth Pro II is a premium wireless gaming headset that combines active noise cancellation with a robust 60mm dual-driver setup for immersive audio. It offers extensive connectivity options including Bluetooth 5.3 with multipoint, LDAC support, and a long-lasting 40-hour battery life (80 hours with the case), making it a versatile choice for gamers and daily use. While its sound and microphone performance are praised, the physical design has drawn mixed feedback regarding comfort and build quality.

Pro:Excellent sound quality with hybrid dual drivers and LDAC support
Pro:Effective active noise cancellation and transparency mode
Pro:Long battery life with swappable batteries for extended sessions

Con:Heavy at 393 grams, which may cause discomfort during long use
Con:Build quality feels less premium compared to competitors
Con:No wireless charging, limiting convenience for some users

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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