Razer Kraken for Console vs. Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Razer Kraken for Console 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 for Console vs. Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Razer Kraken for Console Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed
Product Type Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headset - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless, wired - USB-C
Weight 322 g 280 g Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed are lighter than Razer Kraken for Console headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details - Inner earcup diameter: 4.2 cm 6.2 cm
Earpad Material Leatherette, memory foam, cloth, cooling gel-infused cushions Ultra-soft memory foam
Design - Games
Recommended Use Game console, portable electronics, computer Computer
Gaming - Yes
SOUND QUALITY Razer Kraken for Console Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Ear Cups Type - Closed
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 - THX Spatial Audio
Frequency Response 12 - 28000 Hz 12 - 28000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Max Input Power 30 mW -
Sensitivity 109 dB 100 dB Razer Kraken for Console 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 Razer Triforce titanium
Features - Razer HyperSpeed Wireless
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE Razer Kraken for Console Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed
Form Factor - Headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Cardioid Uni-directional
Noise Cancelling - Yes Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed microphone 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 -45 dB -42 dBV/Pascal
Sensitivity Margin - +/- 3dB
Signal-To-Noise Ratio 60 dB -
Microphone Features Mute function, retractable microphone -
REMOTE CONTROL Razer Kraken for Console Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed
Controls - Volume, microphone on/mute, Razer SmartSwitch button
CABLE Razer Kraken for Console Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed
Cable Type Headset cable - 1.3 m USB-C to USB-A cable - 1.8 m
Cable Length 1.3 m 1.8 m
FEATURES Razer Kraken for Console Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed
Features - Bendable microphone arm
BATTERY AND CHARGING Razer Kraken for Console 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 for Console Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed
Connector Type Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) -
OTHERS Razer Kraken for Console Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed
Compatibility Mac, Windows Windows
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 2 years
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