Customer Ratings & Reviews

The Razer BlackShark V2 X is a fantastic wired gaming headset. The sound quality is clear and immersive, with strong bass and crisp highs that make games, movies, and music all sound great. The cardioid microphone picks up my voice clearly and cuts down background noise, which is perfect for in-game chat and calls. It’s surprisingly lightweight and very comfortable, even during long gaming sessions. The memory foam ear cushions do a great job at blocking out external noise without making my ears feel hot. Compatibility is excellent—it works across PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Switch without any setup hassle. Just plug it in and it’s ready to go. Overall, this headset delivers excellent performance for the price. If you want great audio, comfort, and a reliable mic in a simple wired setup, the BlackShark V2 X is a great choice.

You know how you don't realize that your previous headset was heavy until you buy a new one that isn't? Yeah, that happened. This particular set is feather-light yet feels well-made, and the sound is decent for the price range. Not only do I use them for long gaming sessions, but also for casually listening to music, so they get a LOT of daily use and are probably the most comfortable I've owned, sans one detail described below. On the opposite side of the coin, I had to replace the ear pads within the first week, as the originals had seams just inside the cups that were frequently digging into my ears. If you're sensitive to things like that, pay a little extra and go up to the next higher model (they were on display in my local store and the pads did not have that annoying seam, they are however a bit of a price jump) or plan on finding replacements. Additionally, the 7.1 surround sound (comes as a download link in email after registration, NOT included in the box) also leaves something to be desired. While it might be fine if you mainly play FPS games, for me personally as a non FPS player, it just muddied everything else, so I uninstalled. Overall however, I am extremely happy with this purchase, as comfort with long wear and affordability were the two top things I was looking for.

Comfort is another strong point. The earcups are soft and breathable, and even long play sessions feel easy on the ears. I also like how lightweight the headset feels — I don’t feel weighed down after a few hours of gaming.

For a cheap pair of Razer headphones these are actually a really nice pair of headphones. The wire is thin and feels cheap but and you cant detach the mic but if you dont abuse them great pair of budget headset.

They're nice. They feel light on the head and cover my (smaller) ears comfortably. They have a good feel and when paired with the software on PC, they sound great! The ear cups insulate really well and there's very little bleed out into the room. I happen to really like the volume knob on the side of the headset - no searching for buttons or hitting the wrong one on accident. However... and this may just be a "me" problem, but when they're plugged into my phone or tablet with the 3.5mm connection they're not the loudest. They're pretty quiet for this price range. In fact, I just checked them on PC and phone playing the same Youtube video on both. The PC topped them out at 90 dB, while the phone was just 60 dB. To verify just how much effect the phone was having, I tried the headset these are replacing and the other set I have. Those were 70 and 75 dB on the phone and high 80's on PC. This tells me the software is giving these a significant boost - which is fine if all you will ever use them for is gaming. Unfortunately for me, these are also meant to replace the headphones I wear at night watching movies - which is over a 3.5mm jack. To be fair, these are marketed as gaming headphones - though I'm not sure how they sound on a console - my kids only left me the PS3. I'm giving 4 stars for the comfort and the great sound on PC. If they weren't as good as they are there, they'd go back. They just don't sound quite good enough or get quite loud enough (for me) to use as an everyday headset for my phone. For those who are unfamiliar with what a 10 dB difference sounds like, 60 is a loud electric toothbrush and 70 is freeway traffic. Also, listening to prolonged sounds above 70 dB is bad for your ears, kids!

Used for online gaming. Everyone says I come through clear and they do not hear background noise. These are also MUCH more comfortable than my previous headset.

These are the best headphones I've ever bought in my life... I have thrown these headphones against a wall, I watched them blow apart. I pieced them back together and I still use them to this day. The mic quality is excellent, the spacial audio is excellent. They have great bass and are pretty comfortable too. You WILL NOT find a better headset, trust me... I'm an expert at breaking them and these things are still alive!

Clear sound not heavy at all. My son loves it. Great buy

Clear clean sound. Comfortable on the ear and extremely lightweight

This headset delivers clear, immersive audio with deep bass and crisp highs. The microphone sounds clean for calls and gaming, while the comfortable ear cushions allow for long sessions without fatigue. Solid build quality and intuitive controls make it a reliable everyday choice.

After purchasing the Xbox Series X, I dove into researching headsets to play with family across the country. The decision between wireless and wired was tough, but for the sake of mic quality and never having to worry about charging, this Kraken headset became the clear winner. I watched countless mic tests online to make sure I wouldn't sound like I was underwater – and I'm happy to say, the mic on this headset is fantastic. My friends hear me crystal clear, no issues whatsoever. As someone with a larger head and bigger ears, comfort is key, and these ear cuffs don’t disappoint. They fit perfectly, offer excellent noise cancellation, and produce beautiful, crisp sound. I’ve even started using them for my streaming setup since they allow me to easily monitor my mic levels. The handy volume knob on the side is another great touch, keeping me immersed in the game without having to mess with speaker adjustments. Plus, the mic tucks up neatly when I’m not using it, and unlike other headsets with non-detachable mics, it doesn't look bulky on camera. This is my second Kraken headset for Xbox, and I’m definitely sticking with this brand!

Given to my Granddaughter as a gift who is a avid gamer. Price was midgrade 60.00 so didn't break my bank. She's had them for awhile now and says the sound is amazing and the mic picks up great with clear voice. She loves that the headset is lightweight and ear pads very comfortable for long sessions. Her mother complains because they are so noise canceling she can't hear anything going on around her; I take that as a positive. Biggest positive I see is the durability. She's rough on stuff and these have held up beautifully. Definitely worth the money.

I originally bought these headphones for online classes and video meetings, and they have been absolutely wonderful. The sound quality is excellent — clear, crisp, and perfect for both listening and speaking. The microphone picks up my voice really well, and the headset is very comfortable even after long hours of use. They feel lightweight, durable, and reliable. I highly recommend these not just for gaming, but also for remote work and online learning.

This headset works great! The sound quality is clear, the mic picks up well, and it’s comfortable even during longer gaming sessions. Easy to set up and a great value for the price.

Peak. Everything is great about these headphones sound quality, affordable, and comfortable definitely a 10/10

Very nice headset. Has some of rhe best comfortablity ive had with an over ear headset. Also sound is great. Almost better bass then my $400 Beats. Quality for price is excellent. I was quite surprised. Only thing keeping this from a 5 star is no removable mic.

Soo comfortable and light weight, they sound amazing as well as mic quality being top notch!!! The price is perfect, everything is perfect. Honestly I've tried many headphones, I finally found my go to. Love the color too so pretty!! Couldnt have been happier and will purchase again if anything happens to this pair.

Clean crisp sound. Great gaming feedback for on depth surround sound from headset. Comfortable to wear for server hours of gaming. Voice is clear to other players on game or on conference calls.

Really impressed with this headset. The sound is super clear, the mic works great, and it’s comfortable even after hours of gaming. Definitely worth the money.

Was thrilled to receive these headphones in time for Christmas. (Super fast shipping. Came within 2 days). My son loves the headphones.