RIG 500HX vs. Razer Kraken X USB

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of RIG 500HX and Razer Kraken X USB. 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.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

RIG 500HX vs. Razer Kraken X USB Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS RIG 500HX Razer Kraken X USB
Product Type Headset - wired Headset - wired - USB
Weight 200 g 275 g RIG 500HX are lighter than RIG 500HX headphones.
Colour - Classic black
Earpad Material Memory foam Memory foam, plush
Recommended Use Game console Computer
SOUND QUALITY RIG 500HX Razer Kraken X USB
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Adjustable Headband Yes Yes
Connectivity Technology Wired Wired
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - 7.1 Channel Virtual Surround Sound
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Max Input Power 40 mW -
Sensitivity 111 dB 106 dB RIG 500HX have higher sensitivity than Razer Kraken X USB.
Impedance 32 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
MICROPHONE RIG 500HX Razer Kraken X USB
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode - Cardioid (uni-directional)
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz 100 - 10000 Hz The frequency response of the microphones in both headphones is the same.
Sensitivity -45 dBV/Pascal -42 dB
Signal-To-Noise Ratio 42 dB 55 dB
REMOTE CONTROL RIG 500HX Razer Kraken X USB
Controls Microphone on/mute Volume control, microphone on/mute
CABLE RIG 500HX Razer Kraken X USB
Cable Type Headset cable - 1.5 m Headset cable - 2 m
Cable Length 1.5 m 2 m
CONNECTIONS RIG 500HX Razer Kraken X USB
Connector Type Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) Headset (4 PIN USB Type A)
OTHERS RIG 500HX Razer Kraken X USB
Compatibility - Windows
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 2 years
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