In depth comparison and review of Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 and Razer Kraken X USB. 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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Razer Kraken X USB |
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Product Type | Headset - 2.4 GHz - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack | Headset - wired - USB | |
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Weight | - | 275 g | |
Colour | - | Classic black | |
Earpad Material | - | Memory foam, plush | |
Recommended Use | Computer | Computer | |
Gaming | Yes | - |
SOUND QUALITY | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Razer Kraken X USB |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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Adjustable Headband | - | Yes | |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless, wired | Wired | |
Wireless Technology | 2.4 GHz radio frequency | - | |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Sound Effects | - | 7.1 Channel Virtual Surround Sound | |
Frequency Response | 20 - 20000 Hz | 20 - 20000 Hz | Both headphones offer the same frequency response. |
Sensitivity | - | 106 dB | |
Impedance | 16 Ohm | 32 Ohm | |
Max Sound Pressure | 107 dB | - | |
Diaphragm | 40 mm | 40 mm | Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm. |
Magnet Material | - | Neodymium | |
Features | 16.8M RGB LED lighting (2 zones) | - |
MICROPHONE | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Razer Kraken X USB |
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Form Factor | Headset microphone | - | |
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Type | Boom | Boom | |
Microphone Operation Mode | Uni-directional | Cardioid (uni-directional) | |
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 X USB. |
Sensitivity | - | -42 dB | |
Signal-To-Noise Ratio | - | 55 dB |
REMOTE CONTROL | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Razer Kraken X USB |
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Controls | Volume, power on/off, balance control | Volume control, microphone on/mute |
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CABLE | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Razer Kraken X USB |
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Cable Type | Micro-USB to USB cable - detachable Mini-phone 3.5 mm to mini-phone 3.5 mm cable - detachable |
Headset cable - 2 m | |
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Cable Length | - | 2 m |
FEATURES | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Razer Kraken X USB |
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Additional Functions | LED lights | - |
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BATTERY AND CHARGING | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Razer Kraken X USB |
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Battery Type | Lithium Ion | - | |
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Battery Capacity | 1200 mAh | - | |
Battery Life | 14 hour(s) | - |
WIRELESS LINK | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Razer Kraken X USB |
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Radio Frequency Range | 2.4GHz | - |
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CONNECTIONS | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Razer Kraken X USB |
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Connector Type | USB (5 pin Micro-USB Type B (power only)) AUX input (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) |
Headset (4 PIN USB Type A) |
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OTHERS | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Razer Kraken X USB |
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Included Accessories | USB dongle | - | |
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Compatibility | - | Windows | |
Service & Support | Limited warranty - 2 years | Limited warranty - 2 years |