SteelSeries Arctis 9X vs. Razer Kraken for Console

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis 9X and Razer Kraken for Console. 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 9X vs. Razer Kraken for Console Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS SteelSeries Arctis 9X Razer Kraken for Console
Product Type Headset - Bluetooth - wireless Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Weight - 322 g
Colour Black -
Earpad Material Cloth Leatherette, memory foam, cloth, cooling gel-infused cushions
Headband Material Steel -
Recommended Use Game console, portable electronics Game console, portable electronics, computer
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 6 m -
SOUND QUALITY SteelSeries Arctis 9X Razer Kraken for Console
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Adjustable Headband Yes -
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth -
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 -
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP) -
Noise Isolating - Yes Razer Kraken for Console are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 20 - 22000 Hz 12 - 28000 Hz Razer Kraken for Console offer a larger frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
Max Input Power - 30 mW
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) <3% -
Sensitivity 98 dB 109 dB Razer Kraken for Console have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
Impedance 32 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 50 mm Razer Kraken for Console have a thicker diaphragm than SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
In-Cord Volume Control - Yes
MICROPHONE SteelSeries Arctis 9X Razer Kraken for Console
Form Factor Headset microphone -
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Bi-directional Cardioid
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz 100 - 10000 Hz The frequency response of the microphones in both headphones is the same.
Sensitivity -38 dBV/Pascal -45 dB
Signal-To-Noise Ratio - 60 dB
Microphone Features Mute function, retractable microphone Mute function, retractable microphone
REMOTE CONTROL SteelSeries Arctis 9X Razer Kraken for Console
Controls Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, equaliser preset -
CABLE SteelSeries Arctis 9X Razer Kraken for Console
Cable Type - Headset cable - 1.3 m
Cable Length - 1.3 m
BATTERY AND CHARGING SteelSeries Arctis 9X Razer Kraken for Console
Battery Type Headset battery rechargeable -
Battery Life 20 hour(s) -
CONNECTIONS SteelSeries Arctis 9X Razer Kraken for Console
Connector Type Audio line-out (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS SteelSeries Arctis 9X Razer Kraken for Console
Included Accessories USB charging cable -
Compatibility - Mac, Windows
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year -
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