Razer Kraken X vs. SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Razer Kraken X and SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless. 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. SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Razer Kraken X SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless
Product Type Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headset - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless
Weight 250 g -
Colour Mercury | Classic black | Console -
Earpad Material Leatherette, memory foam -
Design - Games
Recommended Use Game console, portable electronics, computer Game console, portable electronics, computer
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 12 m
SOUND QUALITY Razer Kraken X SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Adjustable Headband Yes -
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless
Wireless Technology - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 4.1
Bluetooth Profiles - Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP)
Noise Isolating Yes - Razer Kraken X are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects 7.1 Channel Virtual Surround Sound DTS Headphone:X 2.0
Frequency Response 12 - 28000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Razer Kraken X offer a larger frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <3%
Sensitivity 109 dB 98 dB Razer Kraken X have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless.
Impedance 32 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material Neodymium magnet -
MICROPHONE Razer Kraken X SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless
Form Factor Headset microphone Headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Cardioid (uni-directional) Bi-directional
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz 100 - 6500 Hz Razer Kraken X offer a larger microphone frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless.
Sensitivity -45 dB -38 dBV/Pascal
Impedance - 2200 Ohm
Signal-To-Noise Ratio 60 dB -
REMOTE CONTROL Razer Kraken X SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless
Controls Mute, volume control Volume
CABLE Razer Kraken X SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless
Cable Type Headset cable - 1.3 m USB charge cable - detachable
Cable Length 1.3 m -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Razer Kraken X SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless
Battery Type - Headset battery rechargeable
Battery Life - 20 hour(s)
WIRELESS LINK Razer Kraken X SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless
Radio Frequency Range - 2.4GHz
CONNECTIONS Razer Kraken X SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless
Connector Type Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) -
OTHERS Razer Kraken X SteelSeries Arctis 9 Wireless
Compatibility Mac, Windows -
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 2 years -
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