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HEADPHONES · YOUR NEXT FACE-OFF

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) vs HyperX Cloud MIX 2

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YOUR FIRST CHOICE

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

RZ04-04530100-R3M1 · Black · PC edition (UK)

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) wireless gaming headset in black with detachable microphone
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Exact model & source notes

The 2023 Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (UK part RZ04-04530100-R3M1, black, PC edition) is a wireless-only esports headset that pairs Razer's 2.4 GHz HyperSpeed link with Bluetooth 5.2, a detachable super-wideband microphone and 50 mm TriForce Titanium drivers. Razer rates it at up to 70 hours per charge over USB-C.

Specifications checked 26 Sept 2026.

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Manufacturer specifications
WHAT DIFFERS
Active noise cancellationNoYes
50 mmDriver size40 mm
Rated frequency response12 Hz – 28 kHz20 Hz – 20 kHz
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THE CONTENDER

HyperX Cloud MIX 2

7P5J2AA · Black · wireless ANC

HyperX Cloud MIX 2 wireless noise-cancelling over-ear headphones in black
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The Cloud MIX 2 (SKU 7P5J2AA, black) is HyperX's closed-back, over-ear wireless headphone with hybrid active noise cancellation, a Transparency mode and built-in microphones with AI noise reduction. It connects through a 2.4 GHz USB-C dongle that stows in the ear cup, Bluetooth 5.3 LE Audio, or a supplied 3.5 mm cable, uses 40 mm dynamic drivers, and is rated for up to 110 hours on Bluetooth with noise control off (70 hours with ANC). The headset weighs 270 g, and HyperX lists a two-year warranty.

Specifications checked 27 Sept 2026.

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Manufacturer specifications

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THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE

Visual facts

Differences first. Select a topic for its graphic, sources and conditions.

How to read this comparison
  • Manufacturer facts for the exact models shown. Not a quality rating or a test result.
  • “Different” means the known values differ, not that one is better.
  • Missing or conflicting evidence is marked and never counts as a difference. Source chips hold each fact’s sources and conditions.
FEATURES SIDE BY SIDE7 topics

Yes and No describe the listed feature. Missing evidence stays unverified.

SELECTED TOPIC
01 / 07

Noise cancelling

Active noise cancellation is an electronic feature. A closed earcup or a passive acoustic absorber is not evidence of ANC.

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)No

Manufacturer specification · Razer lists passive noise isolation only; no active noise cancellation is stated.

Source 1
HyperX Cloud MIX 2Yes

Manufacturer specification · Hybrid ANC; no attenuation figure is published.

Source 1Source 2
Choose your must-haves

Start with your listening environment. Open and closed earcups suit different surroundings. A closed back is not the same as active noise cancellation. Check the exact cable and headphone output. We do not turn impedance, driver size or unpaired lab results into a sound-quality score.

WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?

Key differences

Full specifications ↓

13 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. Missing information stays separate.

Wired / wireless connections

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)Wireless only: Razer HyperSpeed 2.4 GHz (USB Type-A dongle) plus Bluetooth 5.2
HyperX Cloud MIX 2Wireless: 2.4 GHz via USB-C dongle (with extension adapter) and Bluetooth 5.3 LE Audio; wired via the detachable 1.2 m 3.5 mm TRS audio cable; USB-C to USB-A cable for charging
Sources

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Active noise cancellation

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)No
HyperX Cloud MIX 2Yes
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

Manufacturer specification · Razer lists passive noise isolation only; no active noise cancellation is stated.

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro – Black (RZ04-04530100-R3M1) — official Razer UK product page and specifications

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Battery life

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)Up to 70 hours; USB Type-C charging, with 15 minutes giving about 6 hours of play
HyperX Cloud MIX 2Bluetooth: up to 110 hours (noise control off), 84 hours (Transparency), 70 hours (ANC); 2.4 GHz dongle: up to 72 hours (noise control off), 53 hours (Transparency), 52 hours (ANC)
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

Manufacturer specification · Razer does not state the test conditions (connection mode, volume) for the 70-hour figure.

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro – Black (RZ04-04530100-R3M1) — official Razer UK product page and specificationsRazer BlackShark V2 Pro — official Razer UK product overview and FAQ
HyperX Cloud MIX 2

Manufacturer specification · Tested at 50% headphone volume, continuous playback; actual battery life varies with use and capacity decreases over time.

HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specificationsHyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store product page and technical specifications

Manufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.

Driver construction

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)Razer TriForce Titanium 50 mm dynamic drivers
HyperX Cloud MIX 2Dynamic, 40 mm, with neodymium magnets
Sources

Check whether the diameter describes the complete transducer or only its diaphragm. Different labels and driver sizes do not establish better sound.

Charging

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)USB Type-C; 15 minutes of charging gives about 6 hours of play
HyperX Cloud MIX 2USB charging cable (USB-C to USB-A)
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

Manufacturer specification

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro — official Razer UK product overview and FAQ

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Wearing style

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)Headband gaming headset with oval memory-foam ear cushions and passive noise isolation
HyperX Cloud MIX 2Over-ear (circumaural), closed-back wireless headphones with built-in microphones
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

Manufacturer specification · Razer lists an inner ear-cushion opening of 42 × 62 mm; its pages do not use the terms over-ear or closed-back.

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro – Black (RZ04-04530100-R3M1) — official Razer UK product page and specifications

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Driver size

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)50 mm
HyperX Cloud MIX 240 mm
Sources

Check whether the diameter describes the complete transducer or only its diaphragm. Different labels and driver sizes do not establish better sound.

Ear cushions

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)Oval pressure-relieving memory foam; inner opening 42 mm wide × 62 mm long
HyperX Cloud MIX 2Memory foam and leatherette
Sources

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Rated frequency response

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)12 Hz – 28 kHz
HyperX Cloud MIX 220 Hz – 20 kHz
Sources

Range endpoints need their stated threshold. They do not describe response flatness or prove better bass, detail or sound quality.

Microphone

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)Detachable HyperClear Super Wideband, unidirectional; 100 Hz – 10 kHz
HyperX Cloud MIX 2Built-in MEMS; omni-directional; −13.4 dBFS at 1 kHz; AI noise reduction
Sources

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Compatibility

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)PC (2.4 GHz Type-A dongle or Bluetooth 5.2), PlayStation (2.4 GHz Type-A), mobile devices with Type-A or Bluetooth 5.2, Android and iOS
HyperX Cloud MIX 2PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, Steam Deck, mobile
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

Manufacturer specification · PC edition. Separate Xbox (RZ04-04530300) and PlayStation (RZ04-04530500) editions exist and are not this product.

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro – Black (RZ04-04530100-R3M1) — official Razer UK product page and specifications

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Rated sensitivity

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)100 dB SPL/mW at 1 kHz (measured by Razer on a head-and-torso simulator)
HyperX Cloud MIX 297 ±3 dB SPL at 1 kHz (1 mW)
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

Manufacturer specification · dB/mW reference.

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro – Black (RZ04-04530100-R3M1) — official Razer UK product page and specifications

Keep the frequency and voltage or power reference attached. Sensitivity describes output for an input, not sound quality; dB/V and dB/mW are different measures.

Weight

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)320 g
HyperX Cloud MIX 2270 g
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

Manufacturer specification · Razer's listed weight; it does not state whether the detachable microphone is included.

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro – Black (RZ04-04530100-R3M1) — official Razer UK product page and specificationsRazer BlackShark V2 Pro – Black (RZ04-04530100-R3U1) — official Razer US product page and specifications
HyperX Cloud MIX 2

Manufacturer specification · Headset only; HyperX lists the low-latency USB dongle (2.5 g) and extension adapter (8.0 g) separately. The US page gives the headset as .59 lb.

HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specificationsHyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store product page and technical specifications

A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.

Missing or non-comparable evidence (13)

App features

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)Not verified
HyperX Cloud MIX 2HyperX NGENUITY software (Microsoft Store, Apple App Store, Google Play): tuned audio profiles and EQ presets
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Bluetooth version and profiles

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)Not verified
HyperX Cloud MIX 2Bluetooth 5.3; A2DP, AVCTP, AVDTP, AVRCP, RFCOMM, GAVDP, HFP, SPP, IOP, DID, HID, HSP, PBAP
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Controls

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)Not verified
HyperX Cloud MIX 2Volume, multifunction button, mic mute/sidetone, noise control mode
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Rated total harmonic distortion

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)Not verified
HyperX Cloud MIX 2≤2%
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

In the box

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)Not verified
HyperX Cloud MIX 2Headphones, 2.4 GHz USB Type-C wireless dongle, extension adapter, USB charging cable, 3.5 mm audio cable, carrying case, quick start guide
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Low-latency link

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)Not verified
HyperX Cloud MIX 22.4 GHz USB-C dongle with latency as low as 20 ms; the dongle stores in the ear cup
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

No source recorded for this side.

HyperX Cloud MIX 2

Manufacturer specification · HyperX notes performance figures are typical component-manufacturer specifications and may vary. The dongle is described as compatible with Android and iOS devices with USB-C.

HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

2 shared fields have the same recorded value.

YOUR HEADPHONES. YOUR RULES.

Check against your must-haves

Feature matching for the features you select. It doesn’t rate sound or comfort.

Start with your listening setup.

Choose a starting point, then fine-tune your must-haves.

FINE-TUNE THE DETAILS

Your essentials.

These shortcuts select the features shown above. Check the fit against your own equipment and listening space.

A feature match describes the selected requirements. It doesn’t rate sound or comfort.

YOUR CHOICE

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

Select a feature to check your fit.

YOUR CHOICE

HyperX Cloud MIX 2

Select a feature to check your fit.

Feature matching, not a sound-quality score. The specification table links to the evidence for each feature.
WHAT EACH CHOICE ASKS OF YOU

What it brings and what to check

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

What it brings

What to check

  • Razer lists passive noise isolation only, with no active noise cancellation, and no analogue cable connection for this edition.
    Manufacturer source
  • Xbox consoles are not listed for this PC edition; Razer sells a separate Xbox version under a different part number.
    Manufacturer source Manufacturer source

HyperX Cloud MIX 2

What it brings

What to check

COMPARE THE DETAILS

Full specifications

How we verify
28 of 28 specifications Sources in each row
Source-backed specifications for Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) and HyperX Cloud MIX 2
SpecificationRazer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)HyperX Cloud MIX 2
Wearing styleDifferent
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

Manufacturer specification · Razer lists an inner ear-cushion opening of 42 × 62 mm; its pages do not use the terms over-ear or closed-back.

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro – Black (RZ04-04530100-R3M1) — official Razer UK product page and specifications
Headband gaming headset with oval memory-foam ear cushions and passive noise isolationOver-ear (circumaural), closed-back wireless headphones with built-in microphones
WeightDifferent
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

Manufacturer specification · Razer's listed weight; it does not state whether the detachable microphone is included.

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro – Black (RZ04-04530100-R3M1) — official Razer UK product page and specificationsRazer BlackShark V2 Pro – Black (RZ04-04530100-R3U1) — official Razer US product page and specifications
HyperX Cloud MIX 2

Manufacturer specification · Headset only; HyperX lists the low-latency USB dongle (2.5 g) and extension adapter (8.0 g) separately. The US page gives the headset as .59 lb.

HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specificationsHyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store product page and technical specifications
320 g270 g
Ear cushionsDifferent
Sources
Oval pressure-relieving memory foam; inner opening 42 mm wide × 62 mm longMemory foam and leatherette
Acoustic design
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

No source recorded.

Not providedClosed-back
Construction
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

No source recorded.

Not providedStainless steel frame with aluminium forks
Wired / wireless connectionsDifferent
Sources
Wireless only: Razer HyperSpeed 2.4 GHz (USB Type-A dongle) plus Bluetooth 5.2Wireless: 2.4 GHz via USB-C dongle (with extension adapter) and Bluetooth 5.3 LE Audio; wired via the detachable 1.2 m 3.5 mm TRS audio cable; USB-C to USB-A cable for charging
Battery lifeDifferent
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

Manufacturer specification · Razer does not state the test conditions (connection mode, volume) for the 70-hour figure.

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro – Black (RZ04-04530100-R3M1) — official Razer UK product page and specificationsRazer BlackShark V2 Pro — official Razer UK product overview and FAQ
HyperX Cloud MIX 2

Manufacturer specification · Tested at 50% headphone volume, continuous playback; actual battery life varies with use and capacity decreases over time.

HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specificationsHyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store product page and technical specifications
Up to 70 hours; USB Type-C charging, with 15 minutes giving about 6 hours of playBluetooth: up to 110 hours (noise control off), 84 hours (Transparency), 70 hours (ANC); 2.4 GHz dongle: up to 72 hours (noise control off), 53 hours (Transparency), 52 hours (ANC)
CompatibilityDifferent
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

Manufacturer specification · PC edition. Separate Xbox (RZ04-04530300) and PlayStation (RZ04-04530500) editions exist and are not this product.

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro – Black (RZ04-04530100-R3M1) — official Razer UK product page and specifications
PC (2.4 GHz Type-A dongle or Bluetooth 5.2), PlayStation (2.4 GHz Type-A), mobile devices with Type-A or Bluetooth 5.2, Android and iOSPC, PS5, PS4, Switch, Steam Deck, mobile
ChargingDifferent
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

Manufacturer specification

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro — official Razer UK product overview and FAQ
USB Type-C; 15 minutes of charging gives about 6 hours of playUSB charging cable (USB-C to USB-A)
Bluetooth version and profiles
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

No source recorded.

Not providedBluetooth 5.3; A2DP, AVCTP, AVDTP, AVRCP, RFCOMM, GAVDP, HFP, SPP, IOP, DID, HID, HSP, PBAP
Bluetooth codecs
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

No source recorded.

Not providedSBC, MPEG-2 AAC-LC, LE Audio
Low-latency link
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

No source recorded.

HyperX Cloud MIX 2

Manufacturer specification · HyperX notes performance figures are typical component-manufacturer specifications and may vary. The dongle is described as compatible with Android and iOS devices with USB-C.

HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specifications
Not provided2.4 GHz USB-C dongle with latency as low as 20 ms; the dongle stores in the ear cup
Wireless range
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

No source recorded.

Not providedUp to 20 m
Charge time
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

No source recorded.

Not provided3 hours
Driver constructionDifferent
Sources
Razer TriForce Titanium 50 mm dynamic driversDynamic, 40 mm, with neodymium magnets
Driver sizeDifferent
Sources
50 mm40 mm
Rated frequency responseDifferent
Sources
12 Hz – 28 kHz20 Hz – 20 kHz
Impedance
Sources
32 ohm32 ohm
Rated sensitivityDifferent
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

Manufacturer specification · dB/mW reference.

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro – Black (RZ04-04530100-R3M1) — official Razer UK product page and specifications
100 dB SPL/mW at 1 kHz (measured by Razer on a head-and-torso simulator)97 ±3 dB SPL at 1 kHz (1 mW)
Virtual surround
Sources
HyperX Cloud MIX 2

No source recorded.

THX Spatial AudioNot provided
Rated total harmonic distortion
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

No source recorded.

Not provided≤2%
Microphone
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

Manufacturer specification · Detachable unidirectional HyperClear Super Wideband microphone.

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro – Black (RZ04-04530100-R3M1) — official Razer UK product page and specifications
HyperX Cloud MIX 2

Manufacturer specification · Built-in microphones with AI noise reduction; no boom microphone is listed.

HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specificationsHyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store product page and technical specifications
YesYes
Active noise cancellationDifferent
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

Manufacturer specification · Razer lists passive noise isolation only; no active noise cancellation is stated.

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro – Black (RZ04-04530100-R3M1) — official Razer UK product page and specifications
NoYes
MicrophoneDifferent
Sources
Detachable HyperClear Super Wideband, unidirectional; 100 Hz – 10 kHzBuilt-in MEMS; omni-directional; −13.4 dBFS at 1 kHz; AI noise reduction
Transparency mode
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

No source recorded.

Not providedYes
Controls
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

No source recorded.

Not providedVolume, multifunction button, mic mute/sidetone, noise control mode
App features
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

No source recorded.

Not providedHyperX NGENUITY software (Microsoft Store, Apple App Store, Google Play): tuned audio profiles and EQ presets
In the box
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

No source recorded.

Not providedHeadphones, 2.4 GHz USB Type-C wireless dongle, extension adapter, USB charging cable, 3.5 mm audio cable, carrying case, quick start guide
First product manufacturer sourceSecond product manufacturer source
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