Razer Kraken 7.1 vs. Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Razer Kraken 7.1 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 vs. Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Razer Kraken 7.1 Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988
Product Type Headset - 7.1 channel - wired - USB Headset - 2.4 GHz - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack
Height 15.6 cm -
Width 19.8 cm -
Depth 9.8 cm -
Weight 322 g -
Earpad Material Leatherette -
Recommended Use Computer Computer
Gaming - Yes
SOUND QUALITY Razer Kraken 7.1 Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Foldable Yes - Razer Kraken 7.1 can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless, wired
Wireless Technology - 2.4 GHz radio frequency
Noise Isolating Yes - Razer Kraken 7.1 are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Max Input Power 30 mW -
Sensitivity 112 dB -
Impedance 32 Ohm 16 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure - 107 dB
Diaphragm 32 mm 40 mm Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 have a thicker diaphragm than Razer Kraken 7.1.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
Features - 16.8M RGB LED lighting (2 zones)
MICROPHONE Razer Kraken 7.1 Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988
Form Factor - Headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional Uni-directional
Noise Cancelling - Yes Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 microphone 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.
Sensitivity -40 dB -
Signal-To-Noise Ratio 63 dB -
REMOTE CONTROL Razer Kraken 7.1 Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988
Controls Mute Volume, power on/off, balance control
CABLE Razer Kraken 7.1 Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988
Cable Type USB 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 -
Plated Connector Gold -
FEATURES Razer Kraken 7.1 Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988
Additional Functions - LED lights
BATTERY AND CHARGING Razer Kraken 7.1 Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988
Battery Type - Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity - 1200 mAh
Battery Life - 14 hour(s)
WIRELESS LINK Razer Kraken 7.1 Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988
Radio Frequency Range - 2.4GHz
CONNECTIONS Razer Kraken 7.1 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 Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988
Included Accessories - USB dongle
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 2 years
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