The Razer BlackShark V2 Pro Wireless 2020 are similar to the Razer BlackShark V2, but they can also be used wirelessly with PCs, PS4, and PS5 consoles. These gaming-oriented headphones come with lots of customization features, including a USB dongle and access to Razer Synapse software, which lets you adjust their microphone and their sound profile. Out-of-the-box, they have a bass-heavy sound profile that adds boom and punch to action-packed scenes in your favorite games. Unfortunately, they don't have a very consistent audio delivery, and they struggle to isolate against ambient noise. However, they're very comfortable, and their long continuous battery life is ideal for long gaming sessions.
Our Verdict
The Razer BlackShark V2 Pro are decent for neutral sound. Their default sound profile is bass-heavy, so it may be a bit overwhelming or muddy for listeners who prefer a neutral sound. Fortunately, there's a 10-band graphic EQ available on the Razer Synapse software to help you adjust their sound to your liking.
- 10-band graphic EQ.
- Inconsistent bass and treble delivery.
The Razer BlackShark V2 Pro are sub-par for commute and travel. They're comfortable enough to wear for long periods, and their over 23-hour continuous battery life can get you through long days on the go. Unfortunately, their bulky design isn't very portable, and they struggle to block out background noises like bus and plane engines or voices.
- Comfortable, stable fit.
- Disappointing noise isolation performance.
- Bulky design.
The Razer BlackShark V2 Pro are mediocre for sports and fitness. These bulky over-ears aren't intended to be worn while working out. They're stable enough for gaming at home, but they may fall off your ears during intense exercises. On the upside, they're very comfortable, so they shouldn't cause a lot of fatigue during long listening sessions.
- Comfortable, stable fit.
- Bulky design.
The Razer BlackShark V2 Pro are fair for office use. These comfortable headphones have over 23 hours of continuous battery life, so they can easily last through your day. They leak a bit of noise, but it shouldn't be too noticeable in an average office. Unfortunately, they don't block out a lot of background noises, so you may hear the chatter of nearby coworkers.
- Comfortable, stable fit.
- Disappointing noise isolation performance.
The Razer BlackShark V2 Pro are decent for wireless gaming. They're compatible with PCs as well as PS4 and PS5 consoles over a non-Bluetooth connection, and they have low latency. They're comfortable enough for long gaming sessions, too. Their bass-heavy sound profile adds thump and punch to action-packed scenes, and if you prefer a different sound, there are a lot of customization options in the Razer Synapse software.
- Detachable boom microphone.
- 10-band graphic EQ.
- Comfortable, stable fit.
- Inconsistent bass and treble delivery.
- Bulky design.
- USB dongle isn't compatible with Xbox One.
The Razer BlackShark V2 Pro are good for wired gaming. You can plug these headphones into your PC or into your PS4, PS5, Xbox One, or Xbox Series X controller for full audio and microphone compatibility. They're comfortable enough for long gaming sessions, too. Using the Razer Synapse software, you can access a 10-band graphic EQ for the microphone and the audio, as well as a virtual surround feature. However, this software isn't compatible with Xbox One.
- Detachable boom microphone.
- 10-band graphic EQ.
- Comfortable, stable fit.
- USB dongle isn't compatible with Xbox One.
The Razer BlackShark V2 Pro are okay for phone calls. Their detachable boom microphone can separate your voice from background noise, even if you're calling from a noisy environment. However, the mic has a mediocre recording quality and it doesn't block out a lot of background noise, which may be distracting during your call.
- Detachable boom microphone.
- Disappointing noise isolation performance.
Changelog
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Updated Jun 16, 2025:
We updated the Battery section of this review after a user brought to our attention that these headphones will deliver audio while charging. As a result of the improved Battery score, we also updated the usages.
- Updated Jul 26, 2023: We've renamed these headphones, adding the year they were released to make the difference between this model and the Razer BlackShark V2 Pro Wireless 2023 clearer.
- Updated Jul 26, 2023: We've added a comparison between these headphones and the Razer BlackShark V2 Pro Wireless 2023 in Bluetooth.
- Updated Sep 09, 2022: We've added a comparison between these headphones and the Razer Barracuda Wireless as they're both from the same manufacturer.
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Differences Between Sizes And Variants
The Razer BlackShark V2 Pro comes in one variant: Black. You can see the label for the model we tested here.
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The Razer BlackShark V2 Pro are a wireless version of the Razer BlackShark V2. Overall, they have a similar design and a similar performance to the Razer BlackShark V2. However, they're compatible with PCs, PS4, and PS5 consoles over a non-Bluetooth wireless connection, and they come with a wireless USB dongle that lets you access Razer Synapse software for lots of customization options. If you're looking for more headphones, see our recommendations for the best gaming headphones, the best wireless gaming headphones, and the best PS4 headsets.
The Razer BlackShark V2 Pro Wireless 2023 are the next generation of the Razer BlackShark V2 Pro Wireless 2020 and there have been a couple of improvements in their design. While the comfort and build quality haven't changed, the 2023 model have a longer-lasting continuous battery life, a superior overall mic performance, and support Bluetooth. However, only the previous generation supports an analog connection.
The Razer BlackShark V2 Pro Wireless 2020 are better gaming headphones than the Razer BlackShark V2. Both headphones have similar overall performance, but the Pro can be used wirelessly, which is convenient. The V2 have a more neutral sound profile out-of-the-box, but both headphones come with a graphic EQ so you can customize the sound.
The Razer BlackShark V2 Pro Wireless 2020 are better gaming headphones than the Razer BlackShark V2 X. The Pro can be used wirelessly, and they come with a wireless USB dongle that's compatible with Razer Synapse software so you can customize them. However, the V2 X have a better microphone recording quality out-of-the-box.
The Razer Kraken V3 Pro Wireless are better gaming headphones than the Razer BlackShark V2 Pro Wireless 2020. The V3 Pro are better-built, have a more neutral default sound profile, and have a significantly better boom mic performance. They also have a longer-lasting continuous battery life, lower wireless latency via their wireless dongle, and customizable RGB lighting. However, the V2 Pro are more comfortable.
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