Razer BlackShark V2 vs SteelSeries Arctis 9
Razer BlackShark V2
Wired · 50 mm · 2020SteelSeries Arctis 9
Wireless · 40 mm · 2019Razer BlackShark V2 and SteelSeries Arctis 9 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 74 and 74.
- SteelSeries Arctis 9 is wireless; Razer BlackShark V2 is wired.
- Driver: Razer BlackShark V2 leads (50 mm vs 40 mm).
Razer BlackShark V2
If you care most about driver.
SteelSeries Arctis 9
If you care most about connection.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| Razer BlackShark V2 | SteelSeries Arctis 9 | |
|---|---|---|
| 74 | Gear score | 74 |
| Wired | Connection | Wireless |
| 50 mm | Driver | 40 mm |
| Detachable | Microphone | Fixed |
| 2020 | Release year | 2019 |
| ≈ $110 | Estimated 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 SteelSeries Arctis 9 better?
Razer BlackShark V2 and SteelSeries Arctis 9 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 74 and 74. SteelSeries Arctis 9 is wireless; Razer BlackShark V2 is wired. Driver: Razer BlackShark V2 leads (50 mm vs 40 mm).
Which one is wireless?
SteelSeries Arctis 9 is wireless; Razer BlackShark V2 is wired.