Razer BlackShark V2 vs. Razer Kraken V3 X

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Razer BlackShark V2 and Razer Kraken V3 X. 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

Razer BlackShark V2 vs. Razer Kraken V3 X Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Razer BlackShark V2 Razer Kraken V3 X
Product Type Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headset - wired - USB
Weight 262 g 285 g Razer BlackShark V2 are lighter than Razer BlackShark V2 headphones.
Earpad Material FlowKnit memory foam -
Design - Games
Recommended Use Game console, portable electronics, computer Game console, computer
SOUND QUALITY Razer BlackShark V2 Razer Kraken V3 X
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Adjustable Headband - Yes
Connectivity Technology Wired Wired
Noise Isolating Yes - Razer BlackShark V2 are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo 7.1 channel surround
Sound Effects THX Spatial Audio -
Frequency Response 12 - 28000 Hz 12 - 28000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Sensitivity 100 dB 103 dB Razer Kraken V3 X have higher sensitivity than Razer BlackShark V2.
Impedance 32 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 50 mm 40 mm Razer BlackShark V2 have a thicker diaphragm than Razer Kraken V3 X.
Magnet Material Razer Triforce titanium Razer Triforce titanium
Features - Razer Chroma lighting
MICROPHONE Razer BlackShark V2 Razer Kraken V3 X
Form Factor Headset microphone -
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Mono, cardioid (uni-directional) Uni-directional (HyperClear flexible cardioid)
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz 100 - 10000 Hz The frequency response of the microphones in both headphones is the same.
Sensitivity -42 dB -42 dB
REMOTE CONTROL Razer BlackShark V2 Razer Kraken V3 X
Controls Volume control, microphone on/mute Mute, volume
CABLE Razer BlackShark V2 Razer Kraken V3 X
Cable Type Headset cable - Razer SpeedFlex - L shaped - 1.8 m USB cable - 1.8 m
Cable Length 1.8 m 1.8 m
FEATURES Razer BlackShark V2 Razer Kraken V3 X
Additional Functions - RGB lighting
CONNECTIONS Razer BlackShark V2 Razer Kraken V3 X
Connector Type Headset (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole) USB (4 PIN USB Type A)
OTHERS Razer BlackShark V2 Razer Kraken V3 X
Included Accessories USB sound card -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 2 years
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