In depth comparison and review of Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 and Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed. 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 HyperSpeed |
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| Product Type | Headset - 2.4 GHz - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack | Headset - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless, wired - USB-C | |
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| Weight | - | 280 g | |
| Dimensions & Weight Details | - | Inner earcup diameter: 4.2 cm 6.2 cm | |
| Earpad Material | - | Ultra-soft memory foam | |
| Design | - | Games | |
| Recommended Use | Computer | Computer | |
| Gaming | Yes | Yes |
| SOUND QUALITY | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed |
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| Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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| Headphones Technology | - | Dynamic | |
| Ear Cups Type | - | Closed | |
| Connectivity Technology | Wireless, wired | Wireless, wired | |
| Wireless Technology | 2.4 GHz radio frequency | Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency | |
| Bluetooth Audio Codec | - | SBC | |
| Noise Isolating | - | Yes | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed 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 HyperSpeed 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 HyperSpeed have a thicker diaphragm than Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988. |
| Magnet Material | - | Razer Triforce titanium | |
| Features | 16.8M RGB LED lighting (2 zones) | Razer HyperSpeed Wireless |
| MICROPHONE | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed |
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| Form Factor | Headset microphone | Headset microphone | |
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| Type | Boom | Boom | |
| Microphone Operation Mode | Uni-directional | Uni-directional | |
| Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | The microphones on both headphones can cancel out ambient noise. |
| Noise Cancelling Technology | - | Razer HyperClear | |
| Frequency Response | 50 - 20000 Hz | 100 - 10000 Hz | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 offer a larger microphone frequency range than Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed. |
| Sensitivity | - | -42 dBV/Pascal | |
| Sensitivity Margin | - | +/- 3dB |
| REMOTE CONTROL | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed |
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| Controls | Volume, power on/off, balance control | Volume, microphone on/mute, Razer SmartSwitch button |
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| CABLE | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed |
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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 |
USB-C to USB-A cable - 1.8 m | |
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| Cable Length | - | 1.8 m |
| FEATURES | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed |
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| Features | - | Bendable microphone arm | |
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| Additional Functions | LED lights | - |
| BATTERY AND CHARGING | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed |
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| Battery Type | Lithium Ion | Headset battery rechargeable | |
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| Battery Capacity | 1200 mAh | - | |
| Battery Life | 14 hour(s) | 70 hour(s) | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed lasts longer on a single charge than the Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988. |
| Battery Life Details | - | Continuous playback (with 15 min charge): up to 6 hours |
| WIRELESS LINK | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed |
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| Radio Frequency Range | 2.4GHz | - |
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| CONNECTIONS | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed |
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| Connector Type | USB (5 pin Micro-USB Type B (power only)) AUX input (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) |
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| OTHERS | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed |
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| Included Accessories | USB dongle | - | |
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| Compatibility | - | Windows | |
| Service & Support | Limited warranty - 2 years | Limited warranty - 2 years |
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