Razer Kraken 7.1 V2 vs. Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Razer Kraken 7.1 V2 and Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988. 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

Razer Kraken 7.1 V2 vs. Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Razer Kraken 7.1 V2 Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988
Product Type Headset - wired - USB Headset - 2.4 GHz - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 346 g -
Colour Mercury white | Black -
Body Material Aluminium -
Recommended Use Computer Computer
Gaming - Yes
SOUND QUALITY Razer Kraken 7.1 V2 Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Foldable Yes - Razer Kraken 7.1 V2 can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless, wired
Wireless Technology - 2.4 GHz radio frequency
Noise Isolating Yes - Razer Kraken 7.1 V2 are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects 7.1 Channel Virtual Surround Sound -
Frequency Response 12 - 28000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Razer Kraken 7.1 V2 offer a larger frequency range than Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988.
Max Input Power 30 mW -
Sensitivity 123 dB -
Impedance 32 Ohm 16 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure - 107 dB
Diaphragm 50 mm 40 mm Razer Kraken 7.1 V2 have a thicker diaphragm than Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988.
Magnet Material Neodymium magnet -
Features Razer Chroma lighting 16.8M RGB LED lighting (2 zones)
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE Razer Kraken 7.1 V2 Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988
Form Factor - Headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Uni-directional Uni-directional
Noise Cancelling Yes Yes The microphones on both headphones can cancel out ambient noise.
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz 50 - 20000 Hz Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 offer a larger microphone frequency range than Razer Kraken 7.1 V2.
Sensitivity -38 dB -
Signal-To-Noise Ratio 55 dB -
REMOTE CONTROL Razer Kraken 7.1 V2 Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988
Controls Volume, microphone on/mute Volume, power on/off, balance control
CABLE Razer Kraken 7.1 V2 Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988
Cable Type Headset cable - 2 m Micro-USB to USB cable - detachable
Mini-phone 3.5 mm to mini-phone 3.5 mm cable - detachable
Cable Length 2 m -
FEATURES Razer Kraken 7.1 V2 Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988
Additional Functions LED lights LED lights
BATTERY AND CHARGING Razer Kraken 7.1 V2 Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988
Battery Type - Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity - 1200 mAh
Battery Life - 14 hour(s)
WIRELESS LINK Razer Kraken 7.1 V2 Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988
Radio Frequency Range - 2.4GHz
CONNECTIONS Razer Kraken 7.1 V2 Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988
Connector Type USB (4 PIN USB Type A) USB (5 pin Micro-USB Type B (power only))
AUX input (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Razer Kraken 7.1 V2 Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988
Included Accessories - USB dongle
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 2 years
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