Razer Kraken V3 vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Razer Kraken V3 and SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Razer Kraken V3 vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Razer Kraken V3 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Product Type Headset - wired - USB-A Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Height - 19 cm
Width - 17.5 cm
Depth - 8.71 cm
Weight 372 g 236 g SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 are lighter than Razer Kraken V3 headphones.
Colour - White | Black
Body Material - Memory foam, airweave
Earpad Material Leatherette, memory foam -
Design Games -
Recommended Use Game console, computer Game console, portable electronics, computer
Gaming - Yes
SOUND QUALITY Razer Kraken V3 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Connectivity Technology Wired Wired
Noise Isolating Yes - Razer Kraken V3 are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects THX Spatial Audio 360° Spatial Audio
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 offer a larger frequency range than Razer Kraken V3.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <1%
Sensitivity 96 dB 93 dB Razer Kraken V3 have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1.
Impedance 32 Ohm 36 Ohm
Diaphragm 50 mm 40 mm Razer Kraken V3 have a thicker diaphragm than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1.
Magnet Material Razer Triforce titanium Neodymium
Features Razer Chroma RGB -
MICROPHONE Razer Kraken V3 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Form Factor Headset microphone Headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Uni-directional (super-cardioid) Bi-directional
Noise Cancelling - Yes SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Noise Cancelling Technology - AI Powered Environmental Noise Cancellation
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz 100 - 10000 Hz The frequency response of the microphones in both headphones is the same.
Sensitivity -42 dB -38 dB
Sensitivity Margin +/- 3dB -
Microphone Features - Retractable microphone
REMOTE CONTROL Razer Kraken V3 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Controls Volume, microphone on/mute Mute, volume
CABLE Razer Kraken V3 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Cable Type USB cable - 1.3 m Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m
Audio extension cable - detachable - 1.5 m
Cable Length 1.3 m -
Detachable Cable - Yes
FEATURES Razer Kraken V3 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Features - ComfortMax System, Nova Acoustic System, High Fidelity Drivers
CONNECTIONS Razer Kraken V3 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Connector Type USB (4 PIN USB Type A) Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Razer Kraken V3 SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1
Included Accessories - Audio cable, audio extension cable
Compatibility - Mac, Windows
Service & Support - Europe: limited warranty - 2 years
United States: limited warranty - 1 year
Asia: limited warranty - 1 year
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