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General

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Series

BlackShark3Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/BLACKSHARKV3XHYPERSPEED-00001404-en.pdfRead 10 October 2026Guide title names the BlackShark family. Sibling BlackShark V3 and V3 Pro use the same value.

PULSE1Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/accessories/pulse-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Sold in the PlayStation PULSE audio range next to PULSE Edge, PULSE Elevate, PULSE Explore and PULSE Elite. It is a new headset and not the 2024 PULSE Elite (CFI-ZWH2).

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

RZ04-05420100-R3U1, RZ04-0542011Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-blackshark-v3-x-hyperspeed/RZ04-05420100-R3U1Read 8 October 2026Exact original PC Black SKU. Console platform editions have separate identifiers and are not inherited.

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GTIN / EAN

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AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

29 July 20254Press releaserazer.com/newsroom/product-news/razer-launches-blackshark-v3-proRead 8 October 2026

15 September 20262Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2026/09/15/introducing-the-next-line-of-ps5-audio-products-playstation-pulse-and-pulse-edge-wireless-headsetsRead 21 October 2026Blog post dated 15 September 2026 (Pacific time). Some outlets report 16 September.

Status

Available1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-blackshark-v3-x-hyperspeed/RZ04-05420100-R3U1Read 8 October 2026

Available2Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2026/09/15/introducing-the-next-line-of-ps5-audio-products-playstation-pulse-and-pulse-edge-wireless-headsetsRead 21 October 2026Product page and launch announcement. The 21 October 2026 update gives a release date of 19 November 2026 and opens pre-orders on 29 October 2026, so the headset is not on sale yet.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

$99.996Reviewgamesradar.com/hardware/headsets-headphones/ive-been-testing-razers-new-budget-headset-but-its-not-enough-to-make-me-forget-the-barracuda-x-chromaRead 10 October 2026Review published two days after the 2025-07-29 launch says the headset is $99.99 at Razer, and the same page gives a UK price of 99.99 GBP at Razer. The US price is read as excluding sales tax. Later sale prices are not used.

$99.992Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2026/09/15/introducing-the-next-line-of-ps5-audio-products-playstation-pulse-and-pulse-edge-wireless-headsetsRead 21 October 2026Update of 21 October 2026 gives a recommended retail price of $99.99 for the PlayStation Pulse wireless headset. US retail prices exclude sales tax.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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€99.992Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2026/09/15/introducing-the-next-line-of-ps5-audio-products-playstation-pulse-and-pulse-edge-wireless-headsetsRead 21 October 2026Same update gives a recommended retail price of 99.99 euro. The post names no single euro country and gives one euro price. The post also lists 89.99 GBP and 15,980 yen, which are not stored.

MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

GB, US6Reviewgamesradar.com/hardware/headsets-headphones/ive-been-testing-razers-new-budget-headset-but-its-not-enough-to-make-me-forget-the-barracuda-x-chromaRead 10 October 2026Review names a US price and a UK price at Razer for this exact headset. Documented markets only, not an exhaustive list. Console editions are not covered.

US, CA, AU, NZ, JP, AT, BE, DK, FI, FR, DE, IS, IE, IL, IT, LU, NL, NO, PT, ES, SE, CH, UA, GB2Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2026/09/15/introducing-the-next-line-of-ps5-audio-products-playstation-pulse-and-pulse-edge-wireless-headsetsRead 21 October 2026Update lists the launch regions: U.S., Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Iceland, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Ukraine and the U.K. The post says the date for further countries comes later.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-blackshark-v3-x-hyperspeed/RZ04-05420100-R3U1Read 8 October 2026

Midnight Black, White1Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/accessories/pulse-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Page says available in Midnight Black and White, subject to retailer availability.

Segment

Gaming1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-blackshark-v3-x-hyperspeed/RZ04-05420100-R3U1Read 8 October 2026

Gaming1Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/accessories/pulse-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026PlayStation accessory page for gaming audio. It also mentions lifestyle use.

Design

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Form factor

Over-ear5Retailer pagebestbuy.com/product/razer-blackshark-v3-x-hyperspeed-wireless-over-the-ear-gaming-headset-for-pc-mac-playstation-nintendo-switch-smartphone-black/J39HWFH4SW/sku/6632890Read 8 October 2026Exact SKU title says over-the-ear. Its product photo and original manual show the headband wearing style.

Over-ear2Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2026/09/15/introducing-the-next-line-of-ps5-audio-products-playstation-pulse-and-pulse-edge-wireless-headsetsRead 21 October 2026The post says earcups and shows closed round earcups that enclose the ear in its press images. No source writes over-ear.

Ear cup enclosureiClosed, open or semi-open acoustic enclosure. This does not describe how the headset folds.

Closed8Retailer pageeuronics.ee/en/audio/headphones/wireless-headphones/rz04-05420100-r3m1/razer-blackshark-v3-x-hyperspeed-black-wireless-headsetRead 10 October 2026Spec tab for RZ04-05420100-R3M1, the EU Black SKU: acoustics Closed back headphones.9Retailer pageldlc.com/en/product/PB00705867.htmlRead 10 October 2026Spec tab for RZ04-05420100-R3M1: Headphones configuration Closed back.

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Wearing style

Headband5Retailer pagebestbuy.com/product/razer-blackshark-v3-x-hyperspeed-wireless-over-the-ear-gaming-headset-for-pc-mac-playstation-nintendo-switch-smartphone-black/J39HWFH4SW/sku/6632890Read 8 October 2026

Headband2Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2026/09/15/introducing-the-next-line-of-ps5-audio-products-playstation-pulse-and-pulse-edge-wireless-headsetsRead 21 October 2026Headband headset with rotating earcups per the post.

FoldingiFlat means the ear cups rotate flat. Inward means the ear cups fold toward the headband.

None8Retailer pageeuronics.ee/en/audio/headphones/wireless-headphones/rz04-05420100-r3m1/razer-blackshark-v3-x-hyperspeed-black-wireless-headsetRead 10 October 2026Same spec tab: foldable design No. The model number differs from the stored US PC SKU, which is the same headset. Fold and enclosure are physical design facts.9Retailer pageldlc.com/en/product/PB00705867.htmlRead 10 October 2026Same spec tab: Foldable No.

Flat1Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/accessories/pulse-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Page: flat-folding earcups. The announcement says rotating earcups let the headset lay flat. No inward fold is stated.

Swivelling ear cupsiEar cups can rotate relative to the headband. Tilting alone does not count.

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Yes2Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2026/09/15/introducing-the-next-line-of-ps5-audio-products-playstation-pulse-and-pulse-edge-wireless-headsetsRead 21 October 2026Both headsets have rotating earcups that allow them to lay flat for portability.

RGB lighting

No1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-blackshark-v3-x-hyperspeed/RZ04-05420100-R3U1Read 8 October 2026

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Lighting zonesiNumber of independently controllable lighting areas across both ear cups.

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Drivers and sound

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Driver type

Dynamic7Maker product pagemysupport.razer.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/15472Read 8 October 2026Publicly indexed exact RZ04-054201 maker Full Technical Specifications table states Customized Dynamic 50 mm Drivers. Direct support page redirects to a pre-page check. No check was bypassed.

Planar magnetic1Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/accessories/pulse-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Custom planar magnetic drivers. Driver diameter, diaphragm and number of drivers per side are not published.

Driver sizeiDiameter of the largest sound driver. Do not use the microphone capsule diameter.

50mm1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-blackshark-v3-x-hyperspeed/RZ04-05420100-R3U1Read 8 October 2026

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Drivers per sideiNumber of sound-producing transducers in one side, excluding microphones.

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Diaphragm material

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Magnet

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Frequency response (wired or passive)iPublished acoustic range for wired listening, or the maker’s single range when no mode is distinguished. Power state and test standard belong in the source note.

Min12 HzMax28 kHz1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-blackshark-v3-x-hyperspeed/RZ04-05420100-R3U1Read 8 October 2026Exact PC SKU acoustic range. No wired/active measurement condition is separately specified.

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Wireless audio transmission bandiFrequency range of audio transmitted over the wireless connection, not the acoustic response of the driver. Codec, sampling rate and bitrate conditions belong in the source note. When the maker gives a range per codec, the widest range is stored and its codec goes in the source note.

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Impedance (passive when specified)iUse the headset-off value for a passive analog connection when the maker publishes both powered and passive values. Note the power state and test frequency.

32Ω1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-blackshark-v3-x-hyperspeed/RZ04-05420100-R3U1Read 8 October 2026Maker specifies 32 ohms at 1 kHz. Power state is not specified.

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Sensitivity (passive when specified)iUse the headset-off figure when both powered and passive values exist. The power or voltage reference, test distance and frequency belong in the source note.

106dB1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-blackshark-v3-x-hyperspeed/RZ04-05420100-R3U1Read 8 October 2026106 dBSPL per mW at 1 kHz measured by HATS. This is a maker claim, not an independent measured field.

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Sensitivity referenceiPublished power or voltage reference for sensitivity. Do not assume 1 mW when the source gives only a dB value.

Per 1 mW1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-blackshark-v3-x-hyperspeed/RZ04-05420100-R3U1Read 8 October 2026

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THD (claimed)iPublished distortion figure or numerical upper bound. The source note states any less-than sign and test level.

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Max input power

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Max digital audio sample rateiHighest supported digital audio sample rate over a USB cable or wireless dongle. This is not the microphone rate or acoustic frequency response.

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Max digital audio bit depthiHighest published digital playback bit depth over a USB cable or wireless dongle.

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DAC

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Personalised soundiA manufacturer-supported hearing test or ear scan creates a device sound profile tailored to the listener. Generic equalizer adjustments do not count.

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Onboard EQiCustom playback EQ profiles stored in the headset and applied without the host app running. Note supported active connections. Receiver-only or software-only EQ does not count.

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Custom EQ bandsiNumber of bands in the custom playback equalizer. Microphone EQ bands are excluded.

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EQ presets

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Volume limit

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Spatial audio

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Spatial audio supportiNamed headset or host spatial-audio systems that the maker or reviewer explicitly supports. A platform feature may require compatible hardware, software or a separate licence.

7.1 Surround Sound1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-blackshark-v3-x-hyperspeed/RZ04-05420100-R3U1Read 8 October 2026Razer 7.1 Surround Sound requires Windows 10 64-bit or later. THX and Pro-model profiles do not apply.

Tempest 3D AudioTech1Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/accessories/pulse-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Page names Tempest 3D AudioTech in supported games on a PS5 console. No Dolby or DTS licence is named.

Spatial audio licence includediA paid spatial-audio licence is bundled or embedded. Compatibility with a separately purchased app does not count.

Yes3Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/BLACKSHARKV3XHYPERSPEED-00001404-en.pdfRead 10 October 2026Printed page 9 provides a 7.1 Surround Sound activation code after product registration. Windows 10 64-bit or later is required.

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Head tracking

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Noise cancelling

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Active noise cancelling

No1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-blackshark-v3-x-hyperspeed/RZ04-05420100-R3U1Read 8 October 2026

No2Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2026/09/15/introducing-the-next-line-of-ps5-audio-products-playstation-pulse-and-pulse-edge-wireless-headsetsRead 21 October 2026Comparison table lists Active Noise Cancellation as not included for PlayStation Pulse and included for Pulse Edge.

ANC typeiFeedforward uses outside microphones. Feedback uses inside microphones. Hybrid uses both. Voice-call noise filtering is separate.

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ANC microphonesiTotal microphones used for active playback noise cancellation across both sides. Do not substitute the total physical or voice microphone count.

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Adaptive ANCiNoise cancellation automatically changes with the environment or fit. Manually choosing a level does not count.

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ANC levelsiNumber of adjustable cancellation strength steps. Off and transparency modes are excluded.

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ANC attenuation (claimed)

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Transparency mode

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Adjustable transparency

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Conversation detectioniAudio pauses or lowers automatically when the wearer speaks. Voice assistant activation does not count.

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Wind noise reduction

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Measured

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Frequency response notesiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Bass amountiReviewer’s bass deviation from its stated target. Positive is more bass. Target and test method belong in the source note.

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Treble amountiReviewer’s treble deviation from its stated target. Positive is more treble. Target and test method belong in the source note.

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Deviation from targetiReviewer’s full-range error from its target curve. Do not substitute a regional bass or treble error.

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Consistency between fittingsiReviewer’s standard deviation across repeated fittings. Test rig and fitting procedure belong in the source note.

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Harmonic distortioniIndependently measured harmonic distortion, with test level and method in the source note.

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Sound leakageiIndependently measured leakage at 30 cm. Playback level and method belong in the source note.

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Measured noise isolationiIndependently measured attenuation. Positive values mean more noise reduction. ANC state, rig and frequency bands belong in the source note.

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Noise isolation (measured, best)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Passive isolation (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic quality notesiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic low-frequency extensioniMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic high-frequency extensioniMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic speech-to-noise ratioiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Measured latencyiEnd-to-end latency measured by a reviewer for a specific connection, platform and codec. Firmware, method and operating mode belong in the source note.

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Bluetooth latency (measured, worst)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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2.4 GHz latency (measured, worst)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Measured battery lifeiReviewer’s continuous playback test. State the connection, ANC and lighting where known. Unknown settings stay omitted and are described in the source note.

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Battery life (measured, max)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Clamping forceiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Weight (measured)iIndependently weighed headset. A review that repeats the maker’s number does not qualify. Cable and microphone inclusion belong in the source note.

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Microphone

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MicrophoneiMain microphone used for speech. Secondary internal microphones may be described in the source note.

Detachable boom1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-blackshark-v3-x-hyperspeed/RZ04-05420100-R3U1Read 8 October 2026

Built-in1Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/accessories/pulse-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Page names a built-in microphone. The announcement table says integrated mic. Its position is not stated.

Microphone element

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Microphone pickup patterniUse the maker’s exact named pattern. Unidirectional does not establish whether the capsule is cardioid, supercardioid or hypercardioid.

Cardioid1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-blackshark-v3-x-hyperspeed/RZ04-05420100-R3U1Read 8 October 2026Maker names the microphone Cardioid and also describes it as unidirectional. Cardioid uses the explicit product name, not an inferred subtype.

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Voice microphonesiTotal microphones used for voice pickup or beamforming across both sides. ANC-only microphones are excluded.

13Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/BLACKSHARKV3XHYPERSPEED-00001404-en.pdfRead 10 October 2026What's inside lists one detachable HyperClear cardioid 9.9 mm mic. No second voice or ANC microphone is listed.10Spec databasesoundguys.com/product/razer-blackshark-v3-x-hyperspeedRead 10 October 2026Spec table: microphone Count 1, detachable. Matches the single detachable boom microphone in the maker box list. SoundGuys also lists a Designed for Xbox certification and a 270 min full charge, which are not stored because they conflict with the PC SKU and the maker guide.

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Total microphonesiEvery physical microphone across the headset, including call, ANC and calibration microphones. Shared microphones count once. Excludes microphones in charging cases or receivers, and vibration sensors. Use an explicitly published physical total, never a sum of overlapping role counts.

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Mic frequency responseiAcoustic microphone response, not its digital sampling rate. Connection-specific ranges belong in the source note.

Min60 HzMax16 kHz1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-blackshark-v3-x-hyperspeed/RZ04-05420100-R3U1Read 8 October 2026

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Mic sensitivityiPublished microphone sensitivity. Reference such as dBV/Pa or dBFS, frequency and distance belong in the source note.

-42dB1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-blackshark-v3-x-hyperspeed/RZ04-05420100-R3U1Read 8 October 2026Maker states -42 ± 3 dBV/Pa at 1 kHz. Stored -42 is the published nominal value, not an independent test.

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Mic signal-to-noiseiPublished microphone signal-to-noise ratio. Minimum or typical conditions belong in the source note.

60dB7Maker product pagemysupport.razer.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/15472Read 8 October 2026Maker publishes at least 60 dB, not an exact measured result. Its reference bandwidth and test conditions are not stated. Publicly indexed support table, direct support page unavailable.

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Mic sample rateiExplicitly published digital microphone capture or speech sampling rate. State the audio route in the source note, or say it is unpublished. Internal capture does not prove the effective rate on every connection. Acoustic bandwidth, playback rate and generic microphone-chip capability do not qualify.

32kHz7Maker product pagemysupport.razer.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/15472Read 8 October 2026Exact maker support table gives microphone sampling rate 32 kHz. This is distinct from playback sampling rate. Publicly indexed table, direct support page unavailable.

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Mic noise reductioniProcessing that removes noise from transmitted speech. Playback ANC and a directional microphone alone do not count.

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AI1Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/accessories/pulse-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Page and announcement both say AI-enhanced noise rejection for voice chat.

Flip to mute

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Mute button

Yes3Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/BLACKSHARKV3XHYPERSPEED-00001404-en.pdfRead 10 October 2026

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Mute indicatoriPublished indication of microphone mute. mechanical_marker is a visible physical marker showing the microphone's mute-switch position. LED options require an electronic light. The in-line controller option is for a mute light on a cable remote.

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Sidetone

Yes2Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-blackshark-v3-x-hyperspeedRead 8 October 2026Maker FAQ says the right-hand roller controls microphone sidetone. A TechRadar review calls it a game/chat wheel, which is not imported.

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Adjustable sidetone

Yes2Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-blackshark-v3-x-hyperspeedRead 8 October 2026

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Foam microphone windscreeniA foam cover for the voice microphone. An internal metal mesh pop filter does not count.

Yes3Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/BLACKSHARKV3XHYPERSPEED-00001404-en.pdfRead 10 October 2026

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Connectivity

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Audio connectionsiConnections that carry playback audio. Charging or firmware USB alone does not count as USB audio.

2.4 GHz, Bluetooth, USB1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-blackshark-v3-x-hyperspeed/RZ04-05420100-R3U1Read 8 October 2026

2.4 GHz, Bluetooth2Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2026/09/15/introducing-the-next-line-of-ps5-audio-products-playstation-pulse-and-pulse-edge-wireless-headsetsRead 21 October 2026PlayStation Link through the included adapter and simultaneous Bluetooth. The table lists no audio/microphone jack for PlayStation Pulse.

Analog source plugsiAnalog plug(s) supplied for the source device, including adapters. The headset-side jack is listed separately.

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Cable connector on headsetiConnection used by the playback cable at the headset. A fixed cable is not replaceable through a headset jack.

USB-C3Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/BLACKSHARKV3XHYPERSPEED-00001404-en.pdfRead 10 October 2026

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Longest included cableiLength of the longest supplied cable, including charging and dongle cables. Individual cable lengths are listed in Cables included.

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Headset USB plug or portiUSB plug or port on the headset or its included wired audio adapter. A charging-only USB port can appear here.

USB-C3Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/BLACKSHARKV3XHYPERSPEED-00001404-en.pdfRead 10 October 2026

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Audio over USB-C cableiPlayback through a USB-C cable or included wired USB-C audio adapter. A charging-only USB-C port does not count.

Yes3Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/BLACKSHARKV3XHYPERSPEED-00001404-en.pdfRead 10 October 2026

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Passive wired listeningiAnalog playback works with the headset powered off or its battery empty. An active analog converter that needs headset power does not count.

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Wireless receiveriDedicated wireless audio receiver or dongle. A wired USB sound card does not count.

Included3Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/BLACKSHARKV3XHYPERSPEED-00001404-en.pdfRead 10 October 2026

Included2Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2026/09/15/introducing-the-next-line-of-ps5-audio-products-playstation-pulse-and-pulse-edge-wireless-headsetsRead 21 October 2026Comparison table: PlayStation Link adapter with USB Type-C connector included.

Wireless receiver connectoriPhysical USB connector on the receiver. Supplied extension cables and adapters are explained in the source note. Both means two native connector types.

USB-C3Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/BLACKSHARKV3XHYPERSPEED-00001404-en.pdfRead 10 October 2026Printed page 7 shows the native USB-C receiver and supplied USB-A adapter cable. Both does not apply because the receiver has only one native plug.

USB-C2Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2026/09/15/introducing-the-next-line-of-ps5-audio-products-playstation-pulse-and-pulse-edge-wireless-headsetsRead 21 October 2026Same table row names a USB Type-C connector on the adapter.

Wireless range (claimed)iMaker’s advertised wireless range. Connection and indoor or outdoor conditions belong in the source note. Measured distance is not stored here.

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Bluetooth

5.35Retailer pagebestbuy.com/product/razer-blackshark-v3-x-hyperspeed-wireless-over-the-ear-gaming-headset-for-pc-mac-playstation-nintendo-switch-smartphone-black/J39HWFH4SW/sku/6632890Read 8 October 2026Exact RZ04-05420100-R3U1 retailer feature text states Bluetooth 5.3. AI-generated customer and Q&A text are not used.

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Bluetooth codecsiNamed Bluetooth audio codecs supported by this exact model. Host, firmware and operating-mode restrictions belong in the source note.

SBC7Maker product pagemysupport.razer.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/15472Read 8 October 2026Exact maker support table explicitly lists SBC. Other codecs are not inferred from Bluetooth 5.3. Evidence was read in the publicly indexed table because direct support redirected.

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LE AudioiLE Audio playback support. Bluetooth Low Energy for app control alone does not count.

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AuracastiAuracast broadcast audio support. Required phone, firmware and app conditions belong in the source note.

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Bluetooth multipointiCan remain connected to multiple Bluetooth source devices at once. Mixing Bluetooth with a proprietary dongle is a separate field. A maker's dual connection to two Bluetooth devices at once counts.

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Multipoint devicesiNumber of Bluetooth source devices connected at once, not the number remembered for later pairing.

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Paired devices remembered

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Mixes 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth audioiPlays both wireless audio streams at the same time. Automatic switching or Bluetooth standby does not count.

No2Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-blackshark-v3-x-hyperspeedRead 8 October 2026Maker FAQ explicitly says no simultaneous audio. SmartSwitch switches between proprietary wireless and Bluetooth.

Yes1Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/accessories/pulse-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Page says connect to multiple devices simultaneously via Bluetooth and PlayStation Link, for example chat on a phone while PS5 game audio plays over PS Link.

Fast pairing

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Base station

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Latency

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Low latency modeiA selectable mode intended to reduce audio delay. A low-latency connection without a distinct mode does not count.

Yes3Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/BLACKSHARKV3XHYPERSPEED-00001404-en.pdfRead 10 October 2026Printed page 12 names a selectable gaming mode in Razer Audio. No numeric delay is inferred.

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Claimed latencyiMaker’s claimed delay for the stated connection and mode. Minimum claims and host restrictions belong in the source note.

ARazer BlackShark V3 X HyperSpeed

Connection	Latency (ms)
2.4 GHz	25

Source7Maker product pagemysupport.razer.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/15472Read 8 October 2026Maker explicitly calls this the minimum 2.4 GHz latency, 25 ms. Host, firmware and test method are not stated. It is not an independent latency measurement or a guarantee for every host. Publicly indexed exact-model support table, direct support page unavailable.

BSony PULSE Wireless Headset

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Compatibility

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Compatible platformsiPlatforms with a documented audio path. This does not imply every connection or microphone function works. Platform editions must be checked individually.

Windows, macOS, PS5, PS4, Android, iOS1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-blackshark-v3-x-hyperspeed/RZ04-05420100-R3U1Read 8 October 2026PC SKU page specifically supports PS4/PS5, PC/Mac and Bluetooth mobile devices. This does not grant Xbox support to the PC receiver.

PS5, Windows, macOS, Other2Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2026/09/15/introducing-the-next-line-of-ps5-audio-products-playstation-pulse-and-pulse-edge-wireless-headsetsRead 21 October 2026PlayStation Link switches between PS5 consoles, PlayStation Portal remote player, PC and Mac. The PC and Mac rows carry no OS version. Other stands for PlayStation Portal. Bluetooth devices are not named by platform.

Connection per platformiOnly explicitly documented playback paths for the exact model. Microphone support is separate. Leave unknown microphone support omitted. An Xbox and a PlayStation edition of one headset can connect differently, so it is per variant.

ARazer BlackShark V3 X HyperSpeed

Platform	Connection	Microphone works
Windows	USB	Yes
Windows	2.4 GHz	Yes
Android	Bluetooth	Not available
iOS	Bluetooth	Not available

Source3Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/BLACKSHARKV3XHYPERSPEED-00001404-en.pdfRead 10 October 2026Printed page 8 documents Windows default input/output selection in both wired and 2.4 GHz modes. Printed pages 9-13 document Android/iOS Bluetooth setup. Other routes are not guessed.

BSony PULSE Wireless Headset

Platform	Connection
PS5	2.4 GHz
Windows	2.4 GHz
macOS	2.4 GHz
Other	2.4 GHz

Source2Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2026/09/15/introducing-the-next-line-of-ps5-audio-products-playstation-pulse-and-pulse-edge-wireless-headsetsRead 21 October 2026Only the PlayStation Link paths named in the post. Microphone support per platform is not stated. Bluetooth host platforms are not named.

Official licence

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Battery and charging

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Battery capacityiRated capacity of one headset battery. Do not use case, receiver or total multi-battery capacity.

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Swappable batteryiBattery can be exchanged by the user as part of normal operation. Service or recycling disassembly does not count.

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Batteries includediNumber of headset batteries supplied, including the one already installed.

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Claimed battery lifeiMaker’s maximum playback time per stated connection, codec, ANC, spatial audio and lighting settings. Name the spatial processing mode and other conditions in the source note. Unknown settings stay omitted.

ARazer BlackShark V3 X HyperSpeed

Connection	ANC	Lighting	Hours (h)
2.4 GHz	No	No	70

Source1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-blackshark-v3-x-hyperspeed/RZ04-05420100-R3U1Read 8 October 2026Maker up-to-70-hour claim explicitly uses 2.4 GHz. Model has no playback ANC or decorative lighting. Volume, firmware and spatial mode are not specified.

BSony PULSE Wireless Headset

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Battery life (claimed, max)

70h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

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Battery life with ANC (claimed)

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Battery life without ANC (claimed)

70h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

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Charging port

USB-C3Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/BLACKSHARKV3XHYPERSPEED-00001404-en.pdfRead 10 October 2026

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Full charge timeiPublished time to fully charge a depleted headset. In-use charging can take longer.

240min3Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/BLACKSHARKV3XHYPERSPEED-00001404-en.pdfRead 10 October 2026Printed page 5 states a depleted battery fully charges in approximately four hours through a computer USB port with the provided cable. This takes precedence over the current webpage approximate 4.5-hour FAQ.

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Quick charge timeiCharge duration in the maker’s quick-charge claim. Read together with Quick charge playback.

15min2Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-blackshark-v3-x-hyperspeedRead 8 October 2026

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Quick charge playbackiPlayback gained from Quick charge time. Charger power, codec, volume and ANC conditions belong in the source note.

6h2Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-blackshark-v3-x-hyperspeedRead 8 October 2026Maker FAQ says approximately six hours after fifteen minutes of charging. Playback mode and volume are not stated.

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Use while charging

Yes2Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-blackshark-v3-x-hyperspeedRead 8 October 2026Maker FAQ explicitly allows wired USB audio while charging.

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Charging dock or stand

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Controls

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Controls

Buttons, Volume wheel, Dial3Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/BLACKSHARKV3XHYPERSPEED-00001404-en.pdfRead 10 October 2026Printed pages 2 and 16 show the volume wheel, sidetone roller and buttons. The sidetone roller is not a game/chat control.

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Volume control

Wheel3Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/BLACKSHARKV3XHYPERSPEED-00001404-en.pdfRead 10 October 2026

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Game and chat mixiBalances separate game and chat audio streams. Mixing Bluetooth and dongle source volume alone does not count. Supported platforms belong in the source note.

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Remappable controlsiOn-device button, touch or dial functions can be reassigned. Changing EQ alone does not count.

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Wear detection

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Voice assistant

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Comfort and build

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Headband type

Padded3Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/BLACKSHARKV3XHYPERSPEED-00001404-en.pdfRead 10 October 2026

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Headband material

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Frame material

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Ear cup material

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Ear pad material

Hybrid fabric and leatherette memory foam cushions1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-blackshark-v3-x-hyperspeed/RZ04-05420100-R3U1Read 8 October 2026

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Replaceable ear pads

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Ear pad attachmentiHow a replacement ear pad attaches to the ear cup, not how the decorative outer cover attaches. A press-fit or snap-on pad counts as clip.

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Ear pad openingiUsable opening inside an ear pad, excluding the outer cushion. Depth is the internal space between pad surface and driver cover.

Width45Height65mm(1.8 × 2.6 in)1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-blackshark-v3-x-hyperspeed/RZ04-05420100-R3U1Read 8 October 2026Maker explicitly lists inner earcup width 45 mm and length 65 mm. Length is the vertical opening axis. Depth is unknown.

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Ear tips included

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Dust and water rating

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User-replaceable parts

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Software

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Companion app

Razer Synapse and Razer Audio3Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/BLACKSHARKV3XHYPERSPEED-00001404-en.pdfRead 10 October 2026

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App platforms

Windows, Android, iOS3Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/BLACKSHARKV3XHYPERSPEED-00001404-en.pdfRead 10 October 2026

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User firmware updates

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Dimensions and weight

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Headset weightiPublished headset mass without detachable cable or microphone when stated. A fixed cable remains included. Any unqualified maker weight is identified in the source note.

270g(9.5 oz)1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-blackshark-v3-x-hyperspeed/RZ04-05420100-R3U1Read 8 October 2026Maker unqualified 270 g. Inclusion of detachable microphone is not separately stated.

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Headset dimensionsiBody size with headband upright and ear cups in their normal wearing position. Width is across the head, height is top to bottom, and depth is front to back. Folded or flat-swivel dimensions are not substituted.

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Certifications

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Hi-Res Audio

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Communication certifications

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FCC ID

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Other certifications

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In the box

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In the box

Razer BlackShark V3 X HyperSpeed, Razer HyperSpeed Wireless Dongle, Detachable Razer HyperClear Cardioid 9.9 mm Mic, Type A to Type C cable, Type A to Type C adapter cable, Important Product Information Guide3Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/BLACKSHARKV3XHYPERSPEED-00001404-en.pdfRead 10 October 2026

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Cables includediSupplied playback, charging, dongle and adapter cables. A permanently attached headset cable is included and named as fixed.

ARazer BlackShark V3 X HyperSpeed

Type	Count
USB-A to USB-C cable	1
USB-A to USB-C adapter cable	1

Source3Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/BLACKSHARKV3XHYPERSPEED-00001404-en.pdfRead 10 October 2026Printed page 3 shows one playback/charging cable and one receiver adapter cable. Their lengths are not published here.

BSony PULSE Wireless Headset

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Carrying caseiSupplied carrying case or pouch. A retail carton does not count as a carrying case.

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None2Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2026/09/15/introducing-the-next-line-of-ps5-audio-products-playstation-pulse-and-pulse-edge-wireless-headsetsRead 21 October 2026Comparison table lists a carrying case only for Pulse Edge.

Links

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Product page

www.razer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-blackshark-v3-x-hyperspeed/RZ04-05420100-R3U11Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-blackshark-v3-x-hyperspeed/RZ04-05420100-R3U1Read 8 October 2026

www.playstation.com/en-us/accessories/pulse-wireless-headset1Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/accessories/pulse-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026

Spec sheet

www.razer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-blackshark-v3-x-hyperspeed/RZ04-05420100-R3U11Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-blackshark-v3-x-hyperspeed/RZ04-05420100-R3U1Read 8 October 2026

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Manual

dl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/BLACKSHARKV3XHYPERSPEED-00001404-en.pdf3Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/BLACKSHARKV3XHYPERSPEED-00001404-en.pdfRead 10 October 2026Original PC master guide, 34 pages, has image-based text. Every page was OCR-read and package, charging and control illustrations were visually checked.

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EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

2years3Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/BLACKSHARKV3XHYPERSPEED-00001404-en.pdfRead 10 October 2026Selected US PC SKU. Printed page 4 states a two-year maker warranty. Regional conditions apply. Statutory rights are excluded.

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