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Razer BlackShark V3 vs SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X Wireless: which should you buy?

Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the Razer BlackShark V3 vs SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X Wireless, side by side. Where a product has no HearWiki score yet, not enough reviews have been aggregated to rate it.

Score breakdown

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

Razer BlackShark V3 leads on 6 of 6 measures.

  • Razer BlackShark V3
  • SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X Wireless
HearWiki score
91
-
Sound
9.2
-
Battery
8.6
-
Calls
8.8
-
Value
9.2
-
Price (USD)
$120
$180

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?

Same generation

The Razer BlackShark V3 is 3 years newer, but it is the same generation of hardware: nothing in the radio, the codecs or the noise cancelling separates them. Nothing separates them on convenience features either, so the choice comes down to tuning and price. For 3 years between them, that is a thin return - treat this as a restyle rather than a new platform.

  • BlackShark V320253 yr newer
  • Arctis Nova 7X Wireless2022

Level on: Multipoint pairing, USB-C.

Specifications

BlackShark V3Arctis Nova 7X Wireless
Type
Gaming
Gaming
Price (USD)
$120
$180
HearWiki score
91
Not scored
Released
2025
2022
Availability
Sold new
Discontinued
Driver
50 mm dynamic
40 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
50 mm
40 mm
Drivers per side
1
-
Frequency response
12 Hz - 28 kHz
-
Impedance
32 Ω
-
Sensitivity
106 dB/mW
-
Bluetooth
5.3
-
Codecs
SBC, AAC
-
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Latency
10 ms
-
Battery life
70 h
38 h
Quick charge
-
15 min → 6 h
Wireless charging
No
-
Active noise cancelling
No
No
Transparency mode
-
No
Companion app
-
Yes
Custom EQ
-
Yes
Controls
-
buttons
Voice assistant
-
Yes
Weight
270 g
325 g
Water resistance
none
none
Foldable
-
No
Detachable cable
-
No
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Pad material
-
fabric
Connector
-
USB-C
Balanced connection
-
No
Microphones
1
2
Microphone type
-
MEMS
Call noise reduction
-
Yes
Call NR technology
-
AI ENC

What reviewers said

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

SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X Wireless

The SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X is a versatile wireless gaming headset designed for multi-platform use, offering both 2.4GHz and Bluetooth connectivity with a long 38-hour battery life. It features a comfortable, adjustable fit with fabric ear cushions and a noise-cancelling microphone for clear communication. While it lacks active noise cancellation and water resistance, its dual wireless capabilities and quick charge support make it a solid choice for gamers.

  • Pro:Dual wireless connectivity (2.4GHz and Bluetooth)
  • Pro:Long 38-hour battery life with quick charge support
  • Pro:Comfortable adjustable fit with fabric ear cushions
  • Con:No active noise cancellation
  • Con:No water resistance rating
  • Con:Not foldable for easy storage

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

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