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Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) — Gaming · 2023 · Black
Razer

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black)

Gaming · 2023 · Black

86
/ 100
From $199
VS
Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e wins by 3
Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e — Over-ear · 2023
Bowers & Wilkins

Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e

Over-ear · 2023

89
/ 100
From $399
Specdex verdict

Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) lands at 86 and Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e at 89. That puts Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e ahead by 3 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) if…

  • ✓Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
  • ✓Detachable broadcast mic
  • ✓Console compatibility

Pick Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e if…

  • ✓Flagship comfort + ANC on modern models
  • ✓Premium build
  • ✓Active noise cancellation (most models)
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Sound quality

Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e

Tuning, detail, and staging

Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e leads on sound (89 vs 86).

Noise cancelling

Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e

ANC strength for commute and travel

Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e leads on anc (87 vs 70).

Comfort

Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e

Long-session wearability

Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e leads on comfort (88 vs 84).

Value for money

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black)

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) more score per dollar ($199 vs $399).

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) 86
vs
89 Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e

Score breakdown

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black)
86
anc 70
sound 86
comfort 84
battery 86
features 86
Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e
89
anc 87
sound 89
comfort 88
battery 82
features 85

Specs side-by-side

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) versus Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e — full spec comparison
Spec Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e
Type
Gaming headset
Over-ear
Variant
Black
—
Release year
2023
2023

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black)

Pros
  • +Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
  • +Detachable broadcast mic
  • +Console compatibility
Cons
  • −Bulkier than audiophile cans
  • −Game-tuned EQ
  • −Software required on PC

Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e

Pros
  • +Flagship comfort + ANC on modern models
  • +Premium build
  • +Active noise cancellation (most models)
Cons
  • −Battery varies by codec
  • −Some are Bluetooth-only
  • −Price creep vs previous gen

FAQ: Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) vs Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e

Which is better, Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) or Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e? +

Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e scores 89 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 3. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) worth the price? +

At $199, Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in sound.

Is Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e worth the price? +

At $399, Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e delivers a Specdex score of 89 — strongest in sound.

Does Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) or Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for sound quality, Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) or Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e? +

Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e — leads on sound (89 vs 86). Tuning, detail, and staging.

Which is better for noise cancelling, Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) or Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e? +

Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e — leads on anc (87 vs 70). ANC strength for commute and travel.