Headsets / Comparison

Razer BlackShark V2 vs Razer Opus

Headset · Razer

Razer BlackShark V2

Wired · 50 mm · 2020
GEAR SCORE 74.0 / 100Very good
Connection70
Driver84
Microphone92
Recency53
VS
Headset · Razer

Razer Opus

Wireless · 40 mm · 2020
GEAR SCORE 75.0 / 100Very good
Connection100
Driver62
Microphone72
Recency53
Verdict

Razer BlackShark V2 and Razer Opus are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 74 and 75.

  • Razer Opus is wireless; Razer BlackShark V2 is wired.
  • Driver: Razer BlackShark V2 leads (50 mm vs 40 mm).
Pick this

Razer BlackShark V2

If you care most about driver.

Pick this

Razer Opus

If you care most about connection.

Spec-by-spec comparison

Razer BlackShark V2Razer Opus
74Gear score75
WiredConnectionWireless
50 mmDriver40 mm
DetachableMicrophoneFixed
2020Release year2020
≈ $110Estimated price—

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 or Razer Opus better?

Razer BlackShark V2 and Razer Opus are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 74 and 75. Razer Opus is wireless; Razer BlackShark V2 is wired. Driver: Razer BlackShark V2 leads (50 mm vs 40 mm).

Which one is wireless?

Razer Opus is wireless; Razer BlackShark V2 is wired.