Razer BlackShark V3 Pro Wireless ANC Gaming Headset for Xbox

Pros

• Audio-video sync accuracy ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4 reviews 5.0
  Ultra-low latency over HyperSpeed 2.4G keeps audio tightly in sync, with the Gen-2 dongle delivering roughly 10 ms one-to-one responsiveness so competitive play feels instant and lag-free.
• Xbox compatibility ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 3 reviews 5.0
• Included accessories ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 5.0
• Replaceable battery ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 5.0
  A magnetic side plate gives easy access to the removable battery so you can swap cells instead of replacing the whole headset, significantly improving long-term serviceability for a wireless gaming model.
• Battery ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4 reviews 4.9
  Battery life can reach around 70 hours on PC and about 48 on consoles, and in real use it rarely needs charging, with a 3.5 mm passive mode available if you ever run low.
• Simultaneous wireless + Bluetooth audio ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4 reviews 4.9
  The headset supports simultaneous 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth 5.3 audio so you can take calls or stream from your phone while gaming without dropping game sound, and a profile button lets you quickly choose how you want to mix sources.
• Design and Aesthetics ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 3 reviews 4.8
• Spatial audio ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 3 reviews 4.8
  THX spatial audio on PC and console spatial modes like Windows Sonic and Tempest 3D create an immersive surround field with precise positional and even vertical cues that make it easy to track enemies around and above you.
• Build quality ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 3 reviews 4.7
  Sturdy hinges, metal hardware and refined frame tweaks combine with quality plastics, fabric and foam to give the BlackShark V3 Pro a solid, premium build that feels ready for years of daily competitive gaming.
• Game/Chat balance control ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 3 reviews 4.7
  An on-ear roller lets you quickly balance game audio against voice chat, making it easy to prioritize teammates or in-game sound without leaving your match.
• Comfort during long use ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4 reviews 4.6
  The headset is very comfortable overall for long sessions, with the improved fit, swivel cups and soft cushions keeping pressure well distributed, though summer heat and a shifting seal can still warm ears over time.
• Equalizer customization ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4 reviews 4.6
  Robust EQ in desktop and mobile apps plus new pro-tuned esports profiles make fine-tuning simple for different games, letting you save and recall tailored presets for your favorite titles.
• Ear cup padding quality ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4 reviews 4.5
  Breathable memory-foam pads with fabric and leatherette surfaces stay plush and comfortable while maintaining a decent seal, feeling softer and less scratchy than before, though over long or hot sessions the cushions can still warm up as the fit shifts.
• App ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 3 reviews 4.5
  Razer’s Synapse desktop software and Razer Audio mobile app together offer a robust control center for EQ, ANC, mic and power settings, with native Xbox app support and pro-tuned esports profiles expanding how easily you can tweak the headset and store profiles across PC, console and mobile.
• Cable quality ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 4.5
• Ear cup swivel/rotation range ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 4.5
• Headband adjustability ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 4.5
• Midrange clarity ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 4.5
• Preset EQ profile quality ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 4.5
• Soundstage width ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 4.5
• Multi-platform compatibility ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4 reviews 4.4
  Across its different SKUs the BlackShark V3 Pro covers Xbox, PlayStation and PC, with the Xbox variant offering broad cross-platform support and wired 3.5 mm and Bluetooth as flexible fallback options, though consoles lack USB audio and full Bluetooth support so features vary noticeably by system.
• Sound quality ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4 reviews 4.4
  The headset delivers highly detailed, relatively flat game audio with precise positional cues and a controlled low end that suits competitive play, though its elevated treble and occasional distortion can make effects and music sound sharp or fatiguing until you rein things in with EQ, keeping overall sound very strong for gaming but shy of true reference-grade.
• Software/setup simplicity ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 3 reviews 4.3
• Active noise cancellation effectiveness ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4 reviews 4.3
  Hybrid ANC can significantly cut low-frequency hums like AC units and footsteps when you achieve a solid seal, but the loose yokes and breathable pads make fit finicky so real-world isolation often falls short of class-leading expectations.
• Microphone quality for calls ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4 reviews 4.3
  The detachable unidirectional mic captures a clear, loud voice for team chat and streaming, but its default tuning can sound a bit muffled or hollow until you tweak Synapse’s mic EQ, after which it competes well with the better-sounding gaming headset mics even if it cannot fully match a dedicated studio microphone.
• Weight comfort ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4 reviews 4.3
  Despite being a bit heavier than some alternatives on paper, the BlackShark V3 Pro’s weight is well distributed and the cushioned headband and cups keep it feeling light and comfortable even over marathon use.
• Button control usability ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 3 reviews 4.2
  Well-placed ANC, chat-mix and EQ-friendly controls on the earcups include a textured volume knob and dedicated buttons, but with several keys sharing the same shape they can be harder to distinguish by feel and you often rely on voice prompts to confirm changes.
• Microphone noise reduction ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4 reviews 4.0
  Microphone noise reduction keeps party chat reasonably clean by limiting buzz, line noise and low-frequency rumble, and while office sounds and appliances remain audible at times, Synapse’s noise-reduction and EQ tools help keep your voice forward so distractions rarely overpower you.
• Bass performance ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 3 reviews 4.0
  Bass remains tight and punchy with a bit of extra thump for explosions and music, and while competitive and Game presets can push the low end toward boomier territory, it generally adds excitement without drowning out mids.
• Clamping force comfort ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 3 reviews 4.0
  The light clamping force keeps pressure off your head for comfortable wear, but the loose yokes and weaker grip let the cups slide and frequently break the seal, trading comfort for a less secure, more variable fit.
• Replaceable earpads ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 4.0
  Snap-on earpads can be removed and replaced when they wear out, and while the stiff clips feel less elegant than magnets, the fabric pads should last well and keep pad replacement straightforward for most owners.
• Sidetone adjustment quality ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 4.0
• Price value ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 3 reviews 3.8
  This flagship commands a premium price that mainly makes sense if you prioritize ultra-low latency, positional accuracy and advanced features, as fit quirks, treble harshness and inconsistent ANC keep it from being the best all-rounder at its MSRP.
• Noise isolation (passive) ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4 reviews 3.6
  Snug fabric-covered cups and the aviation-style fit can provide solid passive isolation that supports the ANC when the clamp is right, but the loose yokes and breathable pads make maintaining a perfect seal tricky so more outside chatter leaks in than with fully sealed pleather designs.