If you want one Razer headset that nails comfort, sound for games + music, a real step up in mic quality, and easy PS5 use, get the [Razer BlackShark V2 Pro](https://www.amazon.com/Razer-BlackShark-Wireless-Gaming-Headset/dp/B0BY1FXC9N?crid=1AWF5LV314883&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Ngp1bFdpSqlHbsZj2dW-KFh7tHg3DtQPha3YWuClRHPC9Y01KQPaA5nqhoj5AOa_U-T0Ouls1pszBw5bsMx7ytRw4zoiQvxuHUrcJpPI--4MW79gwOa36oN3YKDoZ-UTCeKpcXkcnHHaNw1w-iHC1CUELtSrIsrjTDTb1gGkynJsI-mKDHgebrmNCPSfO1Ni9DEh9qBIwpLBc_vG0CY5hBXrWptsfyY16Nf8yvTH4sE.5zoXg3HJeOfPwaW24w_pna3E2Q5J0iZ9LnAoqimqzbU&dib_tag=se&keywords=Razer%2BBlackShark%2BV2%2BPro&qid=1761872070&sprefix=razer%2Bblackshark%2Bv2%2Bpro%2Caps%2C193&sr=8-3&th=1&linkCode=ll1&tag=drxth-20&linkId=8210c82a12fd50fc46d5d84e01ab480e&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl) (2023). It’s light and plush enough to wear for hours like your old Nari, uses memory-foam earcups that won’t crush glasses, gives a much clearer detachable mic, supports wireless + wired modes, and delivers spacious, punchy audio that makes both cinematic games and music sound lively, all without the bulk or the mediocre mic that broke your heart about the Nari.
The Razer BlackShark V2 Pro Wireless has been super comfy for long sessions and the mic is way better than expected. anyone else on PC + console using it?
I've used my Razer blackshark V2 pros for the past 3 years and they've held up great, sound great, and have had friends say the mic sounds great too.
They are into the V3 now and I've seen complaints about quality in general from Razer but all my peripherals are from them and I've never had an issue. Not sure if it's realistic or just a case of the Internet being biased towards failures
# 1. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 (or 7X / 7P)
* price: often around $140–$150 on sale
* pros: excellent soundstage for positional awareness, comfortable ski-band design, multi-platform (pc, ps, xbox depending on model), dual wireless + bluetooth.
* cons: battery life is good but not best-in-class (\~38 hours).
# 2. hyperx cloud alpha wireless
* price: \~$130
* pros: outstanding battery life (up to 300 hours), clear directional audio, strong build, comfortable memory foam padding.
* cons: no bluetooth, mostly pc/ps compatible.
# 3. logitech g pro x 2 lightspeed (if you found on sale)
* price: normally $250, but sales can drop it to $150 \~$170.
* pros: fantastic positional sound with dts headphone:x, swappable earpads, low-latency lightspeed dongle.
* cons: might stretch your budget unless discounted.
# 4. corsair hs80 rgb wireless
* price: \~$120
* pros: dolby atmos support, very good mic quality, comfortable floating headband, works on pc and ps5.
* cons: battery life is shorter (\~20 hours).
# 5. razer blackshark v2 pro (2023 ed)
* price: \~$150
* pros: clear positional audio, lightweight, improved mic quality, 70-hour battery life.
* cons: sound signature leans toward bass heavy if unadjusted.
requirements:
* under $150
* wireless/ a dongle not a headphone jack
* good positional sounds
* noise cancellation (not a MUST)
let me break down your requirements real quick
wireless will always have some latency even with low latency dongles so if you are aiming for competitive gaming you are already putting yourself at a disadvantage
good positional sound usually comes from open back headphones but those do not block outside noise
if by noise cancellation you mean active noise cancellation (ANC) it actually hurts positional accuracy because it alters the sound cues and is more useful for airplanes or travel
closed back headphones already block some outside noise but not in a way that ruins positional sound
for casual gaming you can spend less and still get solid wireless options
for competitive gaming wired open back headphones are still the best since they give you a wider soundstage and make it feel like you have wall hacks.
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