Razer Kraken 7.1 V2 vs. Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Razer Kraken 7.1 V2 and Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed. 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 Kraken 7.1 V2 vs. Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Razer Kraken 7.1 V2 Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed
Product Type Headset - wired - USB Headset - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless, wired - USB-C
Weight 346 g 280 g Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed are lighter than Razer Kraken 7.1 V2 headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details - Inner earcup diameter: 4.2 cm 6.2 cm
Colour Mercury white | Black -
Body Material Aluminium -
Earpad Material - Ultra-soft memory foam
Design - Games
Recommended Use Computer Computer
Gaming - Yes
SOUND QUALITY Razer Kraken 7.1 V2 Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Ear Cups Type - Closed
Foldable Yes - Razer Kraken 7.1 V2 can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless, wired
Wireless Technology - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC
Noise Isolating Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with noise isolation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects 7.1 Channel Virtual Surround Sound THX Spatial Audio
Frequency Response 12 - 28000 Hz 12 - 28000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Max Input Power 30 mW -
Sensitivity 123 dB 100 dB Razer Kraken 7.1 V2 have higher sensitivity than Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed.
Impedance 32 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 50 mm 50 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material Neodymium magnet Razer Triforce titanium
Features Razer Chroma lighting Razer HyperSpeed Wireless
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE Razer Kraken 7.1 V2 Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed
Form Factor - Headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Uni-directional Uni-directional
Noise Cancelling Yes Yes The microphones on both headphones can cancel out ambient noise.
Noise Cancelling Technology - Razer HyperClear
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz 100 - 10000 Hz The frequency response of the microphones in both headphones is the same.
Sensitivity -38 dB -42 dBV/Pascal
Sensitivity Margin - +/- 3dB
Signal-To-Noise Ratio 55 dB -
REMOTE CONTROL Razer Kraken 7.1 V2 Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed
Controls Volume, microphone on/mute Volume, microphone on/mute, Razer SmartSwitch button
CABLE Razer Kraken 7.1 V2 Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed
Cable Type Headset cable - 2 m USB-C to USB-A cable - 1.8 m
Cable Length 2 m 1.8 m
FEATURES Razer Kraken 7.1 V2 Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed
Features - Bendable microphone arm
Additional Functions LED lights -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Razer Kraken 7.1 V2 Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed
Battery Type - Headset battery rechargeable
Battery Life - 70 hour(s)
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (with 15 min charge): up to 6 hours
CONNECTIONS Razer Kraken 7.1 V2 Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed
Connector Type USB (4 PIN USB Type A) -
OTHERS Razer Kraken 7.1 V2 Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed
Compatibility - Windows
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 2 years
Other projects: