In depth comparison and review of Razer Kraken Ultimate 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 Ultimate | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X |
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Product Type | Headset - wired - USB | Headset - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack | |
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Weight | 390 g | - | |
Colour | Classic black | Black | |
Earpad Material | Cooling gel-infused cushions | AirWeave memory foam | |
Headband Material | Aluminium, stainless steel | PVD-coated steel | |
Recommended Use | Computer | Game console, portable electronics, computer | |
Gaming | - | Yes |
SOUND QUALITY | Razer Kraken Ultimate | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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Adjustable Headband | Yes | Yes | |
Connectivity Technology | Wired | Wireless, wired | |
Wireless Technology | - | Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency | |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Sound Effects | THX Spatial Audio | 360° Spatial Audio | |
Frequency Response | 20 - 20000 Hz | 20 - 22000 Hz | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X offer a larger frequency range than Razer Kraken Ultimate. |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | - | <1% | |
Sensitivity | 112 dB | 93 dB | Razer Kraken Ultimate have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X. |
Impedance | 32 Ohm | 36 Ohm | |
Diaphragm | 50 mm | 40 mm | Razer Kraken Ultimate have a thicker diaphragm than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X. |
Magnet Material | Neodymium | Neodymium | |
Features | Razer Chroma lighting | - |
MICROPHONE | Razer Kraken Ultimate | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X |
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Form Factor | - | Headset microphone | |
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Type | Boom | Boom | |
Microphone Operation Mode | Uni-directional | Bi-directional | |
Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | The microphones on both headphones can cancel out ambient noise. |
Noise Cancelling Technology | - | AI Powered Environmental Noise Cancellation | |
Frequency Response | 100 - 10000 Hz | 100 - 6500 Hz | Razer Kraken Ultimate offer a larger microphone frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X. |
Sensitivity | -38 dB | -38 dB | |
Signal-To-Noise Ratio | 60 dB | - | |
Microphone Features | Mute function, retractable microphone | Retractable microphone |
REMOTE CONTROL | Razer Kraken Ultimate | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X |
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Controls | Volume control, microphone on/mute, THX Spatial Audio on/off | Mute, volume, power on/off, pair mode, Bluetooth, ChatMix |
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CABLE | Razer Kraken Ultimate | 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 |
FEATURES | Razer Kraken Ultimate | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X |
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Features | - | Fast charge, ComfortMax System, High Fidelity Drivers, Parametric EQ | |
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Additional Functions | RGB lighting | - |
BATTERY AND CHARGING | Razer Kraken Ultimate | 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 Ultimate | 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 Ultimate | 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 |