Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 vs. Razer Kraken V3 Pro

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In depth comparison and review of Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 and Razer Kraken V3 Pro. 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

Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 vs. Razer Kraken V3 Pro Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 Razer Kraken V3 Pro
Product Type Headset - 2.4 GHz - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack Headset - 2.4 GHz - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack
Weight - 368 g
Earpad Material - Leatherette, memory foam
Design - Games
Recommended Use Computer Game console, computer
Gaming Yes -
SOUND QUALITY Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 Razer Kraken V3 Pro
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Adjustable Headband - Yes
Connectivity Technology Wireless, wired Wireless, wired
Wireless Technology 2.4 GHz radio frequency 2.4 GHz radio frequency
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - THX Spatial Audio
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Sensitivity - 96 dB
Impedance 16 Ohm 32 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure 107 dB -
Diaphragm 40 mm 50 mm Razer Kraken V3 Pro have a thicker diaphragm than Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988.
Magnet Material - Razer Triforce titanium
Features 16.8M RGB LED lighting (2 zones) Razer HyperSense, Razer Chroma RGB
MICROPHONE Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 Razer Kraken V3 Pro
Form Factor Headset microphone -
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Uni-directional Uni-directional (HyperClear super cardioid)
Noise Cancelling Yes - Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Frequency Response 50 - 20000 Hz 100 - 10000 Hz Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 offer a larger microphone frequency range than Razer Kraken V3 Pro.
Sensitivity - -42 dB
Sensitivity Margin - +/- 3dB
Signal-To-Noise Ratio - 60 dB
REMOTE CONTROL Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 Razer Kraken V3 Pro
Controls Volume, power on/off, balance control Mute, volume, Haptics intensity
CABLE Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 Razer Kraken V3 Pro
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 - detachable
Mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole cable - detachable - 1.3 m
FEATURES Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 Razer Kraken V3 Pro
Additional Functions LED lights RGB lighting
BATTERY AND CHARGING Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 Razer Kraken V3 Pro
Battery Type Lithium Ion Headset battery rechargeable
Battery Capacity 1200 mAh -
Battery Life 14 hour(s) 44 hour(s) Razer Kraken V3 Pro lasts longer on a single charge than the Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988.
Battery Life Details - (lighting OFF / Haptics OFF): up to 44 hours
(lighting ON / Haptics ON): up to 11 hours
WIRELESS LINK Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 Razer Kraken V3 Pro
Radio Frequency Range 2.4GHz -
CONNECTIONS Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 Razer Kraken V3 Pro
Connector Type USB (5 pin Micro-USB Type B (power only))
AUX input (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
Headset (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 Razer Kraken V3 Pro
Included Accessories USB dongle USB dongle
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 2 years
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