Razer Kraken 7.1 vs. SteelSeries Arctis 9X

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Razer Kraken 7.1 and SteelSeries Arctis 9X. Compare design, sound quality and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect headphones. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the headphones that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Razer Kraken 7.1 vs. SteelSeries Arctis 9X Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Razer Kraken 7.1 SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Product Type Headset - 7.1 channel - wired - USB Headset - Bluetooth - wireless
Height 15.6 cm -
Width 19.8 cm -
Depth 9.8 cm -
Weight 322 g -
Colour - Black
Earpad Material Leatherette Cloth
Headband Material - Steel
Recommended Use Computer Game console, portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 6 m
SOUND QUALITY Razer Kraken 7.1 SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Adjustable Headband - Yes
Foldable Yes - Razer Kraken 7.1 can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless
Wireless Technology - Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 4.1
Bluetooth Profiles - Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP)
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 - 22000 Hz SteelSeries Arctis 9X offer a larger frequency range than Razer Kraken 7.1.
Max Input Power 30 mW -
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <3%
Sensitivity 112 dB 98 dB Razer Kraken 7.1 have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
Impedance 32 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 32 mm 40 mm SteelSeries Arctis 9X have a thicker diaphragm than Razer Kraken 7.1.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
MICROPHONE Razer Kraken 7.1 SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Form Factor - Headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional Bi-directional
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz 100 - 10000 Hz The frequency response of the microphones in both headphones is the same.
Sensitivity -40 dB -38 dBV/Pascal
Signal-To-Noise Ratio 63 dB -
Microphone Features - Mute function, retractable microphone
REMOTE CONTROL Razer Kraken 7.1 SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Controls Mute Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, equaliser preset
CABLE Razer Kraken 7.1 SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Cable Type USB cable - 2 m -
Cable Length 2 m -
Plated Connector Gold -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Razer Kraken 7.1 SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Battery Type - Headset battery rechargeable
Battery Life - 20 hour(s)
CONNECTIONS Razer Kraken 7.1 SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Connector Type USB (4 PIN USB Type A) Audio line-out (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Razer Kraken 7.1 SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Included Accessories - USB charging cable
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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