Razer Kraken 7.1 vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Razer Kraken 7.1 and SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X. 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. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Razer Kraken 7.1 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Product Type Headset - 7.1 channel - wired - USB Headset - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack
Height 15.6 cm -
Width 19.8 cm -
Depth 9.8 cm -
Weight 322 g -
Colour - Black
Earpad Material Leatherette AirWeave memory foam
Headband Material - PVD-coated steel
Recommended Use Computer Game console, portable electronics, computer
Gaming - Yes
SOUND QUALITY Razer Kraken 7.1 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
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, wired
Wireless Technology - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency
Noise Isolating Yes - Razer Kraken 7.1 are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - 360° Spatial Audio
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X offer a larger frequency range than Razer Kraken 7.1.
Max Input Power 30 mW -
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <1%
Sensitivity 112 dB 93 dB Razer Kraken 7.1 have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X.
Impedance 32 Ohm 36 Ohm
Diaphragm 32 mm 40 mm SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X have a thicker diaphragm than Razer Kraken 7.1.
Magnet Material Neodymium Neodymium
MICROPHONE Razer Kraken 7.1 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Form Factor - Headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional Bi-directional
Noise Cancelling - Yes SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Noise Cancelling Technology - AI Powered Environmental Noise Cancellation
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz 100 - 6500 Hz Razer Kraken 7.1 offer a larger microphone frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X.
Sensitivity -40 dB -38 dB
Signal-To-Noise Ratio 63 dB -
Microphone Features - Retractable microphone
REMOTE CONTROL Razer Kraken 7.1 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Controls Mute Mute, volume, power on/off, pair mode, Bluetooth, ChatMix
CABLE Razer Kraken 7.1 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Cable Type USB cable - 2 m USB-C to USB-A extension cable - detachable - 1.5 m
USB-C to USB-A cable - detachable - 1.5 m
Mini-phone 3.5 mm 5-pole to mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole cable - detachable - 1.2 m
Cable Length 2 m -
Detachable Cable - Yes
Plated Connector Gold -
FEATURES Razer Kraken 7.1 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Features - Fast charge, ComfortMax System, High Fidelity Drivers, Parametric EQ
BATTERY AND CHARGING Razer Kraken 7.1 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Battery Type - Headset battery rechargeable
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (2.4 GHz): up to 38 hours
Continuous playback (2.4 GHz / Bluetooth): up to 26 hours
Continuous playback (with 15 min charge): up to 6 hours
CONNECTIONS Razer Kraken 7.1 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Connector Type USB (4 PIN USB Type A) Headset (mini-phone 3.5mm)
OTHERS Razer Kraken 7.1 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Included Accessories - Audio cable, USB-C to USB-A cable, USB-C dongle, 2 removable magnetic ear plates, USB-C to USB-A extension cable
Compatibility - Mac, Windows
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Europe: limited warranty - 2 years
Australia: limited warranty - 2 years
Asia: limited warranty - 1 year
United States: limited warranty - 1 year
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