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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Razer Kraken 7.1 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X |
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Product Type | Headset - 7.1 channel - wired - USB | Headset - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack | |
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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 |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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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 |
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Form Factor | - | Headset microphone | |
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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 |
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Controls | Mute | Mute, volume, power on/off, pair mode, Bluetooth, ChatMix |
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CABLE | Razer Kraken 7.1 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X |
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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 |
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Cable Length | 2 m | - | |
Detachable Cable | - | Yes | |
Plated Connector | Gold | - |
FEATURES | Razer Kraken 7.1 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X |
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Features | - | Fast charge, ComfortMax System, High Fidelity Drivers, Parametric EQ |
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BATTERY AND CHARGING | Razer Kraken 7.1 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X |
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Battery Type | - | Headset battery rechargeable | |
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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 |
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Connector Type | USB (4 PIN USB Type A) | Headset (mini-phone 3.5mm) |
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OTHERS | Razer Kraken 7.1 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X |
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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 | |
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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 |