Razer Kraken X vs. Poly Blackwire 8225-M

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Razer Kraken X and Poly Blackwire 8225-M. 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 X vs. Poly Blackwire 8225-M Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Razer Kraken X Poly Blackwire 8225-M
Product Type Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headset - wired - USB-A
Weight 250 g 186 g Poly Blackwire 8225-M are lighter than Razer Kraken X headphones.
Colour Mercury | Classic black | Console -
Earpad Material Leatherette, memory foam -
Recommended Use Game console, portable electronics, computer -
SOUND QUALITY Razer Kraken X Poly Blackwire 8225-M
Headphones Form Factor Full size On-ear
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Adjustable Headband Yes Yes
Connectivity Technology Wired Wired
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Poly Blackwire 8225-M are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - Hybrid ANC
Noise Isolating Yes - Razer Kraken X are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo -
Sound Effects 7.1 Channel Virtual Surround Sound -
Frequency Response 12 - 28000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Razer Kraken X offer a larger frequency range than Poly Blackwire 8225-M.
Sensitivity 109 dB 84 dB Razer Kraken X have higher sensitivity than Poly Blackwire 8225-M.
Impedance 32 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 32 mm Razer Kraken X have a thicker diaphragm than Poly Blackwire 8225-M.
Magnet Material Neodymium magnet -
Features - SoundGuard DIGITAL Technology
MICROPHONE Razer Kraken X Poly Blackwire 8225-M
Form Factor Headset microphone -
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Cardioid (uni-directional) -
Noise Cancelling - Yes Poly Blackwire 8225-M microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz 100 - 10000 Hz The frequency response of the microphones in both headphones is the same.
Sensitivity -45 dB -35 dBV/Pascal
Signal-To-Noise Ratio 60 dB -
REMOTE CONTROL Razer Kraken X Poly Blackwire 8225-M
Controls Mute, volume control Mute, volume, answer/end, Microsoft Teams button
CABLE Razer Kraken X Poly Blackwire 8225-M
Cable Type Headset cable - 1.3 m Headset cable - 2.2 m
Cable Length 1.3 m 2.2 m
CONNECTIONS Razer Kraken X Poly Blackwire 8225-M
Connector Type Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) Headset (4 PIN USB Type A)
OTHERS Razer Kraken X Poly Blackwire 8225-M
Compatibility Mac, Windows -
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 2 years -
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