Which is better for PC gaming?

The BlackShark V2 X. It adds 7.1 virtual surround on Windows 10 64-bit and costs $35.07 at Microless.com as of November 7, 2026, against $59.99 for the Nova 1P at Best Buy.

Which is better for console?

Both run on a 3.5mm jack. The Nova 1P lists Xbox, PS4 and PS5 support, and the BlackShark V2 X lists PS4, Xbox One and Switch. Pick on price: the Razer is cheaper right now.

Is the Arctis Nova 1P worth the extra money?

At $59.99 versus $35.07, no for most buyers. Its main edge is the on-cable volume control. If you find it near its $29.58 low, it becomes a fair pick.

The BlackShark V2 X at 8.46 oz, slightly under the Nova 1P at 8.9 oz. The gap is small enough that fit matters more than the number.

Does either have noise cancellation?

Neither has active noise cancellation. The BlackShark V2 X uses passive isolation from its over-ear cushions, and the Nova 1P is a closed over-ear design too.

Which has the better buyer rating?

The BlackShark V2 X, at 4.6 out of 5 from 7,500 ratings. The Arctis Nova 1P sits at 3.6 out of 5 from 1,993 ratings.

Razer BlackShark V2 X vs SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1P

Buy the Razer BlackShark V2 X for most shoppers. It costs $35.07 at Microless.com as of November 7, 2026, versus $59.99 at Best Buy for the Arctis Nova 1P, and it rates higher with far more ratings. The Nova 1P only makes sense if you want its lighter-feeling 8.9 oz build and volume control on the cable, and you find it near its $29.58 low.

Today the Razer BlackShark V2 X costs $24.92 less at its best price.

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