In depth comparison and review of Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 and Razer BlackShark V2. Compare design, audio features, functions and other important specifications to easily choose the right headphones for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the headphones that will best fit your needs.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Razer BlackShark V2 |
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Product Type | Headset - 2.4 GHz - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack | Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack | |
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Weight | - | 262 g | |
Earpad Material | - | FlowKnit memory foam | |
Recommended Use | Computer | Game console, portable electronics, computer | |
Gaming | Yes | - |
SOUND QUALITY | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Razer BlackShark V2 |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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Ear Cups Type | - | Closed | |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless, wired | Wired | |
Wireless Technology | 2.4 GHz radio frequency | - | |
Noise Isolating | - | Yes | Razer BlackShark V2 are equipped with a noise isolating function. |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Sound Effects | - | THX Spatial Audio | |
Frequency Response | 20 - 20000 Hz | 12 - 28000 Hz | Razer BlackShark V2 offer a larger frequency range than Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988. |
Sensitivity | - | 100 dB | |
Impedance | 16 Ohm | 32 Ohm | |
Max Sound Pressure | 107 dB | - | |
Diaphragm | 40 mm | 50 mm | Razer BlackShark V2 have a thicker diaphragm than Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988. |
Magnet Material | - | Razer Triforce titanium | |
Features | 16.8M RGB LED lighting (2 zones) | - |
MICROPHONE | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Razer BlackShark V2 |
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Form Factor | Headset microphone | Headset microphone | |
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Type | Boom | Boom | |
Microphone Operation Mode | Uni-directional | Mono, cardioid (uni-directional) | |
Noise Cancelling | Yes | - | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 microphone can cancel out ambient noise. |
Frequency Response | 50 - 20000 Hz | 100 - 10000 Hz | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 offer a larger microphone frequency range than Razer BlackShark V2. |
Sensitivity | - | -42 dB |
REMOTE CONTROL | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Razer BlackShark V2 |
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Controls | Volume, power on/off, balance control | Volume control, microphone on/mute |
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CABLE | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Razer BlackShark V2 |
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Cable Type | Micro-USB to USB cable - detachable Mini-phone 3.5 mm to mini-phone 3.5 mm cable - detachable |
Headset cable - Razer SpeedFlex - L shaped - 1.8 m | |
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Cable Length | - | 1.8 m |
FEATURES | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Razer BlackShark V2 |
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Additional Functions | LED lights | - |
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BATTERY AND CHARGING | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Razer BlackShark V2 |
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Battery Type | Lithium Ion | - | |
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Battery Capacity | 1200 mAh | - | |
Battery Life | 14 hour(s) | - |
WIRELESS LINK | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Razer BlackShark V2 |
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Radio Frequency Range | 2.4GHz | - |
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CONNECTIONS | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Razer BlackShark V2 |
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Connector Type | USB (5 pin Micro-USB Type B (power only)) AUX input (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) |
Headset (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole) |
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OTHERS | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Razer BlackShark V2 |
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Included Accessories | USB dongle | USB sound card | |
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Service & Support | Limited warranty - 2 years | Limited warranty - 2 years |