ASTRO A40 TR vs. Razer BlackShark V2

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASTRO A40 TR 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.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

ASTRO A40 TR vs. Razer BlackShark V2 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASTRO A40 TR Razer BlackShark V2
Product Type Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Height 9.5 cm -
Width 19.7 cm -
Depth 20.32 cm -
Weight 369 g 262 g Razer BlackShark V2 are lighter than ASTRO A40 TR headphones.
Colour Black, blue | Black | Black, red | White | Black, olive | Navy, crimson -
Earpad Material Synthetic leather FlowKnit memory foam
Recommended Use Game console, computer Game console, portable electronics, computer
SOUND QUALITY ASTRO A40 TR Razer BlackShark V2
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Ear Cups Type Open Closed
Connectivity Technology Wired Wired
Noise Isolating Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with noise isolation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Built-in Decoders MixAmp Dolby Digital -
Sound Effects 7.1 Channel Dolby Headphone Surround Sound THX Spatial Audio
Frequency Response 20 - 24000 Hz 12 - 28000 Hz Razer BlackShark V2 offer a larger frequency range than ASTRO A40 TR.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) <0.1% -
Sensitivity - 100 dB
Impedance 48 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 50 mm Razer BlackShark V2 have a thicker diaphragm than ASTRO A40 TR.
Magnet Material - Razer Triforce titanium
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE ASTRO A40 TR Razer BlackShark V2
Form Factor Detachable headset microphone Headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Uni-directional Mono, cardioid (uni-directional)
Frequency Response - 100 - 10000 Hz
Audio Input Details Uni-directional -
Sensitivity - -42 dB
REMOTE CONTROL ASTRO A40 TR Razer BlackShark V2
Controls Volume Volume control, microphone on/mute
CABLE ASTRO A40 TR Razer BlackShark V2
Cable Type Headset cable - detachable - 2 m
Audio splitter - 1.5 m
Headset cable - Razer SpeedFlex - L shaped - 1.8 m
Cable Length 2 m 1.8 m
Detachable Cable Yes -
CONNECTIONS ASTRO A40 TR Razer BlackShark V2
Connector Type Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 5-pole) Headset (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS ASTRO A40 TR Razer BlackShark V2
Bundled with Astro MixAmp Pro TR -
Included Accessories Detachable microphone, 2 speaker tags USB sound card
Compatibility Mac, Windows -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 2 years
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