Razer Opus Wireless Headphones with THX Certification & Active Noise Cancellation
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Product Overview
Razer Opus wireless headphones feature advanced hybrid Active Noise Cancellation with 4 dedicated mics that combines the advantages of feedforward and feedback designs. They also offer THX Certified audio, delivering pure, natural sound without the disruption of environmental noise.
Being circumaural (fitting around the ear) and lightweight, Razer Opus is comfortable for long listening sessions. A 3.5mm jack is also available for wired listening.
Ratings
What we found**
Pros
- Clean, clear sound
- Solid active noise cancellation
- Good battery life
- Good sound quality
Cons
- Mediocre call quality
What external reviewers found***
External score 72% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Good ANC performance
- Great battery life
Cons
- No Bluetooth support
- Not compatible with PS4 or Xbox One
- No headphone jack
- Mediocre microphone
- Mediocre sound quality
Price Comparison
Specifications
Construction
Drivers
2x 40mm, dynamic
Form Factor
Over-ear
Headphone Type
Closed, Dynamic
Microphone
2 for voice + 4 for hybrid active noise cancellation
Dimensions
Weight
265 g
Function
Bluetooth Codecs
AAC & APTX, 4.2, A2DP, AVRCP, HFP
Performance
Battery Life
Up to 25h with ANC on
Frequency Response
20Hz - 20kHz
Production
Debut
2020-05-19
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3rd-Party Review Videos
External Reviews
androidauthority[1]
Reviewer score 67%The Razer Opus is comfortable, lightweight, and sturdy. It offers largely accurate audio — a feat in and of itself, given Razer's historically bass-y leanings. Its noise cancelling isn't best in class, but it offers a decent amount of attenuation. The battery life isn't the best you'll find, but there's no slouch.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Comfortable, lightweight design
- Decent noise cancelling
- Good battery life
Cons
- No Bluetooth multipoint support
- No headphone jack
digitaltrends[2]
Reviewer score 71%The Razer Opus have a hybrid design consisting of two external and two internal mics on each earcup. They won't beat out the Sony WH-1000XM3s and Sennheiser Momentum 3s of the world, but they get impressively close to that upper echelon. For the cost, I think these headphones will produce great sound quality for most people.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Impressive active noise cancellation
- Excellent battery life
- Comfortable fit
Cons
- No Bluetooth support
- Mediocre sound quality
laptopmag[3]
Reviewer score 67%The Razer Opus is a good pair of wireless, active noise-canceling headphones. Its ANC works perfectly for keeping out ambient noise, but its overall sound-stopping power isn't as effective as competing ANC headsets. Razer had the Opus certified for high-fidelity sound by THX. The Opus delivers clear, nuanced sound across its range.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Clear, nuanced sound
- Good battery life
- Supports Bluetooth 4.2
Cons
- Noise cancellation isn’t as effective as competing headsets
pcmag[4]
Reviewer score 77%Razer's Opus headphones are tuned to offer a full, clear sound, though they don't provide much in the way of deep bass. The active noise cancellation here is good at tamping down lower frequencies, but it doesn't block out higher frequencies as well. The THX EQ preset sounds balanced and full, despite the lack of bass.
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Pros
- Powerful active noise cancellation
- Lightweight design
- Good stereo imaging
Cons
- Limited customization options
- No EQ presets
rtings[5]
Reviewer score 55%The Razer Opus are good headphones for neutral sound listening. Their ANC works exceptionally well and does a remarkable job of blocking out the low rumble of bus or plane engines. They're very comfortable, last nearly 33 hours off a single charge, and have easy to use physical buttons to control your music.
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Pros
- Very well-balanced and accurate sound profile out-of-the-box
- Decently consistent across users or reseats
- Comfortable enough to wear all day without causing fatigue
- Excellent noise isolation performance
Cons
- Can't connect wirelessly via Bluetooth
- Not compatible with PS4 or Xbox One
- Doesn't leak very much audio
techadvisor[6]
Reviewer score 82%Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) does a fantastic job at negating the noise of passing cars and screaming kids. It's not completely silent (then again, what ANC is?) but it's certainly better than what you'll find on most other £200 headphones. The adaptive noise cancellation is powered by four microphones, dotted around the headphones, which intelligently analyse and cancel outside noises. Quick Attention mode uses the external mics to enhance ambient noise and allow you quickly reply to that annoying passer-by that's trying to talk to you.
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Pros
- Superb ANC performance
- Comfortable fit
- Great battery life
Cons
- Noise cancellation isn’t perfect
techhive[7]
Reviewer score 68%Razer Opus ANC headphones are better than average in cancelling out low-end noise. plush earcups to be a bit lacking in isolating the higher frequencies. For the price, the Opus is very comfortable and well designed, despite the smaller ear cups and snug fit.
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Pros
- Comfortable and well-designed design
- Easy to wear
- Good ANC performance
Cons
- Slightly uncomfortable ear cups
techradar[8]
Reviewer score 85%The Razer Opus has a monochromatic design that frankly looks amazing. Even under the subway tracks, the active noise cancellation works like a charm. The only real issue here is that they don't get quite as loud as the Bose QC35 II that we're used to. But, again, that's a headset that costs significantly more.
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Pros
- Comfortable to wear
- Auto-pause/auto-play
- Great battery life
Cons
- Not quite as loud as the Bose QC35 II
theverge[9]
Reviewer score 67%The Razer Opus are noise-canceling headphones aimed at persuading people away from the Sonys and Sonys of the world. The noise cancellation is an area where the Opus doesn't reach parity with more expensive headphones. There are no mandatory agreements that you need to agree to, but you must first allow the app to access your device's location.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Good battery life
- Comfortable to wear
Cons
- Noise cancellation isn’t as effective as other noise-canceling headphones
trustedreviews[10]
Reviewer score 73%Razer Opus have taken a distinctly non-gaming approach to their design. The headphones feature a monotone finish that’s free of RGB lighting. Tonal balance is excellent and a serious step up on most of the competing £200 sets. ANC performance is also good, but the ANC manages to easily drown out the sound of the busy road outside my flat.
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Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Excellent battery life
- Comfortable fit
Cons
- Limited customization options
- No IP water resistance rating
wired[11]
Reviewer score 77%The Razer Opus offers about 25 hours of use (with ANC active) per charge. They automatically pause or play when you take them off or put them on. Music dances from one earphone to another, sizzling back and forth. Games sound amazing, but the microphone isn't as impressive.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Sleek, comfortable design
- Comfortable ear cups
- Active noise canceling
Cons
- Mediocre microphone
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References
- ^ Razer Opus review: This ain't no game. [androidauthority]. https://www.androidauthority.com/razer-opus-review-1122262/. 2020-05-27. Retrieved 2021-10-14.
- ^ Razer Opus wireless headphones review: A budget ANC champ. [digitaltrends]. https://www.digitaltrends.com/headphone-reviews/razer-opus-review/. 2020-05-19. Retrieved 2021-03-22.
- ^ Razer Opus wireless headphones review. [laptopmag]. https://www.laptopmag.com/reviews/razer-opus-wireless-headphones. 2020-05-19. Retrieved 2021-03-22.
- ^ Razer Opus Review. [pcmag]. https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/razer-opus. 2020-06-24. Retrieved 2021-03-22.
- ^ Razer Opus Wireless Headphones Review. [rtings]. https://www.rtings.com/headphones/reviews/razer/opus-wireless. 2020-06-18. Retrieved 2021-03-22.
- ^ Razer Opus review. [techadvisor]. https://www.techadvisor.co.uk/review/razer-opus-3790699/. 2020-06-19. Retrieved 2021-03-22.
- ^ Razer Opus review: Solid midrange ANC headphones. [techhive]. https://www.techhive.com/article/3543353/razer-opus-review.html. 2020-05-26. Retrieved 2021-03-22.
- ^ Razer Opus review. [techradar]. https://www.techradar.com/reviews/razer-opus. 2020-05-19. Retrieved 2021-03-22.
- ^ Razer Opus review: surprisingly competent wireless headphones . [theverge]. https://www.theverge.com/21262459/razer-opus-review-wireless-noise-canceling-headphones-thx-over-ear-price-specs. 2020-05-19. Retrieved 2021-03-22.
- ^ Razer Opus Review. [trustedreviews]. https://www.trustedreviews.com/reviews/razer-opus. Retrieved 2021-03-22.
- ^ Review: Razer Opus. [wired]. https://www.wired.com/review/razer-opus/. 2020-05-24. Retrieved 2021-10-14.
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