We've currently tested 31 Razer headphones. Razer mostly makes over-ear gaming headsets with good microphones that are suitable for live chat. However, they aren't the most comfortable for long gaming sessions, and because of their inconsistent fit, they won't deliver the same sound for everyone.
Updates
- 11/06/2025Razer BlackShark V3 Pro reviewed
- 10/06/2023Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed Wireless reviewed
- 08/29/2023Razer Moray reviewed
- 08/23/2023Razer Hammerhead Pro HyperSpeed True Wireless reviewed
- 08/07/2023Razer Barracuda X Wireless 2021 updated
Quick Look
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Best Razer Headset
Peaks/Dips7.3Comfort7.5Controls8.4Build Quality7.5Wireless Gaming (In Development)8.0Wired Gaming (In Development)8.1See all our test resultsMicrophone (In Development)7.8The Razer BlackShark V3 Pro is the best Razer headset we've tested. These well-built over-ears deliver active noise cancellation (ANC) to help you focus with an impressive battery life and versatile connectivity to ensure maximum compatibility across gaming platforms. You can connect wirelessly using the USB-C dongle or Bluetooth, and wired via an analog cable or USB-C. Plus, they support a simultaneous connection to the USB-C dongle and Bluetooth. The Ultra Low Latency mode with the wireless dongle provides a tight 13 ms latency, so your audio stays locked with your game's visuals. Their ANC mode blocks a solid amount of noise, though its performance won't necessarily dethrone the best noise cancelling headphones; it manages to help cut out background chit-chat so you can hear your game and teammates.
The battery life is long, lasting nearly 70 hours with ANC on, and 42 hours with a second device connected in Ultra Low Latency Mode. The default sound is somewhat V-shaped, with a bit of added low-end oomph and a fairly excited top end, giving soundtracks extra rumble and detailed treble. You can also choose to EQ the sound with the software if you want a different tonality. Additionally, these come with a great-sounding boom mic, which you can also remove if you prefer to wear them as casual over-ears. That said, they're not the most stable-fitting, so if you're an active competitor, they might slide around. Their sound changes if you wear glasses or have long hair, so you'll want to ensure a proper fit.
Although we haven't tested it, the Razer Kraken V4 Pro Wireless is a top-of-the-line gaming headset with haptic effects that bring extra excitement to in-game effects, which is worth considering if the extra degree of immersion appeals to you. However, unlike the BlackShark V3 Pro, there's no ANC.
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Best Budget Razer Headset
The Razer Kaira X are the best Razer headphones at the budget level we've tested. These headphones have fewer features than the Razer BlackShark V3 Pro, and you can only use them wired. That said, they offer solid gaming performance at a lower price and are pretty comfortable without internal batteries to weigh them down. Their boom mic punches above the headset's price, rendering your voice clear and understandable when playing online, even with some noise in the background. That said, you miss out on some luxuries like chat mix and active noise cancelling, which is to be expected at this tier.
Out of the box, the headset has a somewhat warm sound profile, with some extra boom that brings out sound effects in games. However, elements like voices lack some detail. You get dedicated buttons for controls and a dial for volume for straightforward operation. Since they use an analog connection, they work with Xbox, PC, and PlayStation consoles with no latency or battery to recharge.
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Best Casual Razer Headphones
The Razer Barracuda Pro Wireless are the best Razer headphones for casual use that we've tested. These versatile headphones are a solid pick for gaming and casual use alike since they support both Bluetooth and low-latency wireless dongle connections. This setup lets you stay connected to your console and smartphone simultaneously. Unlike the Razer BlackShark V3 Pro, these are wireless-only, so wired listening isn't an option, and they can't connect to Xbox consoles, making them less versatile for gaming with different platforms. Their comfortable fit is suitable for long gaming marathons or days on the road, thanks to their effective ANC system that blocks out a great amount of ambient noise around you. With their ANC on, they last over 34 hours continuously, which isn't as long as the top pick's battery life, but certainly rather good for Bluetooth cans.
Part of their casual design involves swapping a bulkier, gamer-centric boom mic for an integrated mic. While this kind of mic tends to offer a worse overall performance, in this case, it still delivers a good performance, ensuring that your voice sounds clear. Their versatile sound suits most kinds of audio content, and you can fine-tune it to your liking using either their companion app or the software's graphic EQ and presets. For mobile gaming, they have a 'Gaming Mode' in their companion app to help lower latency on mobile devices.
Compared To Other Brands
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Good microphone performance.
Even in a loud environment, whoever's listening on the other end won't have too many problems understanding you.
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Software support.Although it isn't available for all their headphones, the Razer Synapse software offers a graphic equalizer with presets and control over your microphone's sensitivity levels.
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Haptic feedback feature.
Certain Razer headphones give you physical, haptic feedback when playing games, which can deepen your immersion.
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Low in long-term comfort.Most of these headphones generally have a fit that's comfortable for a little while but can become fatiguing when worn for long gaming sessions.
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Inconsistent frequency response.You may not get the same sound reproduction each time you use Razer's over-ear headphones. Depending on fit, seal, and positioning, they can sound different depending on who's wearing them.
Razer vs Logitech
Logitech makes a line of gaming headsets in a similar price range. Even Logitech's cheaper options tend to be customizable, with in-app sound and mic customization options, so you may want to check out the brand's offerings if you're on a budget. However, they don't make headphones that support Xbox Wireless. They also have a more gamer-centric look than Razer headphones and don't usually support Bluetooth, so Razer is the better brand for mixed-use gaming and casual headsets.
Razer vs SteelSeries
SteelSeries' higher-end models come with digital-to-audio converters for improved sound quality or base stations that put controls for line chat mixing within easy reach. However, Razer offers more budget-friendly options. They have more headphones that support Bluetooth and more headphones intended for hybrid gaming and casual use. If you're looking for a high-end headset with many features, check out SteelSeries' best headphones.
Razer vs Astro
Astro's gaming headset line includes fewer budget options. More of Razer's headsets support Bluetooth as well as non-Bluetooth wireless. Astro's headsets usually have a bulkier, less versatile design. Then again, higher-end Astro models offer a more comfortable fit and often have an open-back design, which helps create a wider, more natural soundstage. If you're interested in a more immersive listening experience and don't care about noise isolation or leakage, it's worth checking out Astro's best headsets.
Razer vs HyperX
HyperX doesn't make hybrid gaming and casual-use over-ear headphones like Razer does, but it makes some true wireless earbuds. Still, if you're looking for dedicated gaming headphones, HyperX's best headphones are more comfortable and sturdier. However, unlike Razer headphones, many don't include sound customization features and are less likely to have features like customizable RGB lighting.
Razer is well-known for making gaming headphones that have good-performing microphones. While pro gamers will like the extensive customization the companion software offers, not all headphones are compatible, especially those in the lower price range. These headphones also aren't the most comfortable if you tend to game for long periods. Due to their fit, you might not get a consistent sound.
Lineup
Razer has a few different gaming headphone lineups that offer different features.
BlackShark: Marketed as esports headsets that focus on comfort and microphone noise handling. Select models include active noise cancelling.
Barracuda: Hybrid gaming and casual use headphones that have an integrated or detachable boom mic. They support Bluetooth and non-Bluetooth wireless connections for gaming, and some models have active noise cancelling technology.
Kraken: Dedicated gaming headsets with virtual surround sound and RGB lighting. More recent models have a haptic feedback feature called 'Sensa HD Haptics' or 'HyperSense,' depending on the model.
Kaira: Gaming headsets that come in separate PlayStation and Xbox variants.
Hammerhead: True wireless earbuds with Bluetooth and sometimes wireless dongle connectivity for casual use. Select models have ANC and a 'Gaming Mode' to optimize low latency over Bluetooth.
Nari: A discontinued wireless headset with 'HyperSense' for haptic feedback.
Opus: Discontinued, but sometimes available wireless casual-use headphones with active noise cancelling (ANC) and Bluetooth. They don't support a wireless connection with consoles, but have a 'Gaming Mode' for low latency via Bluetooth.
Recent Updates
Nov 20, 2025:
This article has been updated to add the Razer BlackShark V3 Pro as the top pick and to move the Razer Barracuda Pro Wireless as the casual pick. We've removed mid-range, lower mid-range, and earbuds picks, and updated information about the lineup. The Razer Kraken V4 Pro Wireless was mentioned in the top pick as an alternative, but we've not tested it.
May 07, 2025:
All our picks are accurate and in stock, so we've just edited this text for clarity.
Feb 07, 2025:
We've reshuffled this article to make it more concise and easier for our readers to understand. Our top pick is now the Razer Barracuda Pro Wireless for their versatile performance, with the Razer Kraken V3 Pro becoming our mid-range pick. The Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed are our lower mid-range pick, with the Razer Kaira X remaining as our budget pick. Finally, the Razer Hammerhead Pro HyperSpeed True Wireless are our 'Best Earbud' pick.
Nov 08, 2024:
There hasn't been any new Razer headsets tested since our last update, so we've checked to make sure our picks are still available and accurate.
Aug 15, 2024: We checked that our picks are up to date and in stock but made only minor edits to the text for clarity.
Conclusion
Razer is a well-known gaming brand. While they produce a variety of great gaming accessories, their headphones aren't particularly outstanding. While their haptic feedback feature is interesting, these headphones aren't suited for marathon gamers. Their fit isn't the most comfortable for long listening sessions, and you won't always get a consistent fit, either. Even so, strides have been made to offer great connectivity and clear microphone performance.