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Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed vs SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7

Headset · Razer

Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed

Wired · 50 mm · 2023
GEAR SCORE 77.0 / 100Very good
Connection70
Driver84
Recency77
VS
Headset · SteelSeries

SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7

Wireless · 40 mm · 2022
GEAR SCORE 78.0 / 100Very good
Connection100
Driver62
Microphone72
Recency69
Verdict

Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed and SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 77 and 78.

  • SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 is wireless; Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed is wired.
  • Driver: Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed leads (50 mm vs 40 mm).
Pick this

Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed

If you care most about driver.

Pick this

SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7

If you care most about connection.

Spec-by-spec comparison

Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeedSteelSeries Arctis Nova 7
77Gear score78
WiredConnectionWireless
50 mmDriver40 mm
—MicrophoneFixed
2023Release year2022
≈ $95Estimated price≈ $167

The gear score is computed from specifications only (e.g. for a mouse: weight, sensor, polling rate, connection and release year). It isn’t a lab test and doesn’t measure personal preferences like shape or grip.

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FAQ

Is Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed or SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 better?

Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed and SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 77 and 78. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 is wireless; Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed is wired. Driver: Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed leads (50 mm vs 40 mm).

Which one is wireless?

SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 is wireless; Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed is wired.

How much do they cost?

Estimated prices: Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed ≈ $95, SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 ≈ $167. Current prices vary by store.