In depth comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis 9X and Razer Kraken V3 Pro. 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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Razer Kraken V3 Pro |
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Product Type | Headset - Bluetooth - wireless | Headset - 2.4 GHz - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack | |
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Weight | - | 368 g | |
Colour | Black | - | |
Earpad Material | Cloth | Leatherette, memory foam | |
Headband Material | Steel | - | |
Design | - | Games | |
Recommended Use | Game console, portable electronics | Game console, computer | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | 6 m | - |
SOUND QUALITY | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Razer Kraken V3 Pro |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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Adjustable Headband | Yes | Yes | |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless, wired | |
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) | - | |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Sound Effects | - | THX Spatial Audio | |
Frequency Response | 20 - 22000 Hz | 20 - 20000 Hz | SteelSeries Arctis 9X offer a larger frequency range than Razer Kraken V3 Pro. |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | <3% | - | |
Sensitivity | 98 dB | 96 dB | SteelSeries Arctis 9X have higher sensitivity than Razer Kraken V3 Pro. |
Impedance | 32 Ohm | 32 Ohm | |
Diaphragm | 40 mm | 50 mm | Razer Kraken V3 Pro have a thicker diaphragm than SteelSeries Arctis 9X. |
Magnet Material | - | Razer Triforce titanium | |
Features | - | Razer HyperSense, Razer Chroma RGB |
MICROPHONE | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Razer Kraken V3 Pro |
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Form Factor | Headset microphone | - | |
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Type | Boom | Boom | |
Microphone Operation Mode | Bi-directional | Uni-directional (HyperClear super 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 | -42 dB | |
Sensitivity Margin | - | +/- 3dB | |
Signal-To-Noise Ratio | - | 60 dB | |
Microphone Features | Mute function, retractable microphone | - |
REMOTE CONTROL | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Razer Kraken V3 Pro |
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Controls | Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, equaliser preset | Mute, volume, Haptics intensity |
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CABLE | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Razer Kraken V3 Pro |
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Cable Type | - | USB-C to USB-A cable - detachable Mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole cable - detachable - 1.3 m |
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FEATURES | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Razer Kraken V3 Pro |
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Additional Functions | - | RGB lighting |
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BATTERY AND CHARGING | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Razer Kraken V3 Pro |
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Battery Type | Headset battery rechargeable | Headset battery rechargeable | |
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Battery Life | 20 hour(s) | 44 hour(s) | Razer Kraken V3 Pro lasts longer on a single charge than the SteelSeries Arctis 9X. |
Battery Life Details | - | (lighting OFF / Haptics OFF): up to 44 hours (lighting ON / Haptics ON): up to 11 hours |
CONNECTIONS | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Razer Kraken V3 Pro |
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Connector Type | Audio line-out (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) | Headset (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole) |
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OTHERS | SteelSeries Arctis 9X | Razer Kraken V3 Pro |
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Included Accessories | USB charging cable | USB dongle | |
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Service & Support | Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year | Limited warranty - 2 years |