SteelSeries Arctis 3 vs. Razer Kraken X Lite

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis 3 and Razer Kraken X Lite. 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

SteelSeries Arctis 3 vs. Razer Kraken X Lite Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS SteelSeries Arctis 3 Razer Kraken X Lite
Product Type Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headset - 7.1 channel - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Height 20.14 cm 21 cm
Width 17.97 cm 16 cm
Depth 9.08 cm 8.8 cm
Weight 295.8 g 230 g Razer Kraken X Lite are lighter than SteelSeries Arctis 3 headphones.
Earpad Material - Leatherette, memory foam
Recommended Use Game console, computer Game console, portable electronics, computer
SOUND QUALITY SteelSeries Arctis 3 Razer Kraken X Lite
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Ear Cups Type - Closed
Connectivity Technology Wired Wired
Noise Isolating - Yes Razer Kraken X Lite are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects Windows Sonic surround sound 7.1 Channel Virtual Surround Sound
Frequency Response 20 - 22000 Hz 12 - 28000 Hz Razer Kraken X Lite offer a larger frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis 3.
Sensitivity 98 dB 109 dB Razer Kraken X Lite have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis 3.
Impedance 32 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material - Neodymium magnet
MICROPHONE SteelSeries Arctis 3 Razer Kraken X Lite
Form Factor - Headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Technology - Electret condenser
Microphone Operation Mode Bi-directional Cardioid (uni-directional)
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz 100 - 10000 Hz The frequency response of the microphones in both headphones is the same.
Sensitivity -48 dB -45 dB
Impedance 2200 Ohm -
Signal-To-Noise Ratio - 60 dB
REMOTE CONTROL SteelSeries Arctis 3 Razer Kraken X Lite
Controls - Mute, volume control
CABLE SteelSeries Arctis 3 Razer Kraken X Lite
Cable Type Mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole to 2 x mini-phone 3.5 mm cable
Headset cable - 3 m
Headset extension cable - 2 m
Headset cable - 1.3 m
Cable Length - 1.3 m
Detachable Cable Yes -
CONNECTIONS SteelSeries Arctis 3 Razer Kraken X Lite
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
Microphone (mini-phone 3.5mm)
Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS SteelSeries Arctis 3 Razer Kraken X Lite
Compatibility - Mac, Windows
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 2 years
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