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Logitech G435 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Headset vs Razer BlackShark V2 X

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all judged against headsets at a similar price

The Razer BlackShark V2 X scores 5.8/10 overall, ahead of the Logitech G435 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Headset at 5.3/10.

The Logitech G435 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Headset leads on connectivity and battery.

The Razer BlackShark V2 X leads on microphone and noise cancelling and value.

They score the same on sound and comfort.

The biggest difference is microphone, where the Razer BlackShark V2 X scores 7/10 to the Logitech G435 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Headset's 4/10.

Logitech G435 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Headset

Logitech G435 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Headset

5.3/10verdict: good, not the best

The G435 is for gamers who want a light wireless headset that works on PC, PlayStation and Nintendo consoles. It suits people who value low weight and a choice of dongle or Bluetooth over mic quality and bass. It is a basic option for casual play rather than for streaming, calls or noisy rooms.

Typically about £62.99 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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Razer BlackShark V2 X

Razer BlackShark V2 X

5.8/10verdict: good, not the best

The Razer BlackShark V2 X is for gamers who want a light, wired headset with a dedicated mic. It suits anyone who can plug into a 3.5 mm jack on PC, console or phone and doesn't need wireless or noise cancelling. It is a poorer fit for people who care most about balanced sound or want a detachable cable.

Typically about £59.99 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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Scores, criterion by criterion

CriterionWeightLogitech G435 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming HeadsetRazer BlackShark V2 X
Sound25%5/105/10
Microphone20%4/107/10
Comfort20%7/107/10
Connectivity and battery20%6/105/10
Noise cancelling and value15%4/105/10
Overall5.3/105.8/10

Specifications

SpecLogitech G435 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming HeadsetRazer BlackShark V2 X
ConnectionLIGHTSPEED wireless via USB 2.0 Type-A receiver, plus Bluetooth; wireless range up to 10 mAnalog 3.5 mm, 1.3 m cable
Noise cancellingnot listedNone; passive isolation only, no active noise cancelling
MicrophoneDual beamforming mics, no boom arm; frequency response 100 Hz to 8 kHzHyperClear cardioid, unidirectional, 100 Hz to 10 kHz, 60 dB signal-to-noise ratio, click-to-mute
Battery life18 hours play time; USB-C chargingnot listed
Weight165 g (5.82 oz)240 g
Works withPC, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PS4, PS5, macOS 10.14 or later; Xbox compatibility conflicting between sourcesPC, Mac, PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and mobile (with 3.5mm connector)

Strengths and weaknesses

Logitech G435 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Headset

  • + Light at 165 g, praised as comfortable
  • + LIGHTSPEED dongle plus Bluetooth in one headset
  • + USB-C charging and a 2-year warranty
  • − Dual mics, no boom arm; owners call it weak
  • − Thin bass and little isolation, per owners
  • − 18 hours of play time and no 3.5 mm jack

Skip it if:

  • Streamers and frequent callers who need a clear boom mic
  • Buyers who want a 3.5 mm jack for wired use
  • Anyone who needs noise cancelling or strong isolation
Read the full Logitech G435 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Headset review ›

Razer BlackShark V2 X

  • + Light at 240 g; owners praise long-session comfort
  • + Owners praise the cardioid microphone
  • + 3.5 mm connection works across many platforms
  • − Owners report muffled, flat sound with 7.1 on
  • − Cable is fixed and can snag
  • − No wireless connection or active noise cancelling

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who want Bluetooth, a wireless dongle or multipoint
  • Anyone who needs active noise cancelling for noisy rooms or commuting
  • Listeners who care most about balanced sound for music or surround
Read the full Razer BlackShark V2 X review ›

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