Detailed comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis 5 and Razer Kraken V3. 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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | SteelSeries Arctis 5 | Razer Kraken V3 |
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Product Type | Headset - wired - USB, 3.5 mm jack | Headset - wired - USB-A | |
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Height | 19.685 cm | - | |
Width | 21.59 cm | - | |
Depth | 4.724 cm | - | |
Weight | 363.1 g | 372 g | SteelSeries Arctis 5 are lighter than SteelSeries Arctis 5 headphones. |
Colour | White | Black | - | |
Earpad Material | - | Leatherette, memory foam | |
Design | - | Games | |
Recommended Use | Game console, portable electronics, computer | Game console, computer |
SOUND QUALITY | SteelSeries Arctis 5 | Razer Kraken V3 |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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Adjustable Headband | Yes | - | |
Connectivity Technology | Wired | Wired | |
Noise Isolating | - | Yes | Razer Kraken V3 are equipped with a noise isolating function. |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Sound Effects | 7.1 Channel Virtual Surround Sound | THX Spatial Audio | |
Frequency Response | 20 - 22000 Hz | 20 - 20000 Hz | SteelSeries Arctis 5 offer a larger frequency range than Razer Kraken V3. |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | <3% | - | |
Sensitivity | 98 dB | 96 dB | SteelSeries Arctis 5 have higher sensitivity than Razer Kraken V3. |
Impedance | 32 Ohm | 32 Ohm | |
Diaphragm | 40 mm | 50 mm | Razer Kraken V3 have a thicker diaphragm than SteelSeries Arctis 5. |
Magnet Material | - | Razer Triforce titanium | |
Features | - | Razer Chroma RGB |
MICROPHONE | SteelSeries Arctis 5 | Razer Kraken V3 |
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Form Factor | - | Headset microphone | |
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Type | Boom | Boom | |
Microphone Operation Mode | Bi-directional | Uni-directional (super-cardioid) | |
Frequency Response | 100 - 10000 Hz | 100 - 10000 Hz | The frequency response of the microphones in both headphones is the same. |
Sensitivity | -48 dB | -42 dB | |
Sensitivity Margin | - | +/- 3dB | |
Impedance | 2200 Ohm | - | |
Microphone Features | Mute function, retractable microphone | - |
REMOTE CONTROL | SteelSeries Arctis 5 | Razer Kraken V3 |
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Controls | Volume, mode control, microphone on/mute | Volume, microphone on/mute |
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CABLE | SteelSeries Arctis 5 | Razer Kraken V3 |
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Cable Type | Headset cable - detachable Headset adapter - detachable - L shaped Remote control cable - detachable |
USB cable - 1.3 m | |
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Cable Length | 3 m | 1.3 m | |
Detachable Cable | Yes | - |
FEATURES | SteelSeries Arctis 5 | Razer Kraken V3 |
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Additional Functions | Adjustable RGB lighting | - |
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CONNECTIONS | SteelSeries Arctis 5 | Razer Kraken V3 |
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Connector Type | Audio output (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) USB |
USB (4 PIN USB Type A) |
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OTHERS | SteelSeries Arctis 5 | Razer Kraken V3 |
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Included Accessories | USB ChatMix Dial | - | |
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Service & Support | Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year | - |