Razer Kraken V3 X vs. Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Razer Kraken V3 X 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 V3 X vs. Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Razer Kraken V3 X Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed
Product Type Headset - wired - USB Headset - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless, wired - USB-C
Weight 285 g 280 g Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed are lighter than Razer Kraken V3 X headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details - Inner earcup diameter: 4.2 cm 6.2 cm
Earpad Material - Ultra-soft memory foam
Design Games Games
Recommended Use Game console, computer Computer
Gaming - Yes
SOUND QUALITY Razer Kraken V3 X Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Ear Cups Type - Closed
Adjustable Headband Yes -
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless, wired
Wireless Technology - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC
Noise Isolating - Yes Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode 7.1 channel surround Stereo
Sound Effects - THX Spatial Audio
Frequency Response 12 - 28000 Hz 12 - 28000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Sensitivity 103 dB 100 dB Razer Kraken V3 X have higher sensitivity than Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed.
Impedance 32 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 50 mm Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed have a thicker diaphragm than Razer Kraken V3 X.
Magnet Material Razer Triforce titanium Razer Triforce titanium
Features Razer Chroma lighting Razer HyperSpeed Wireless
MICROPHONE Razer Kraken V3 X Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed
Form Factor - Headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Uni-directional (HyperClear flexible 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 -42 dB -42 dBV/Pascal
Sensitivity Margin - +/- 3dB
REMOTE CONTROL Razer Kraken V3 X Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed
Controls Mute, volume Volume, microphone on/mute, Razer SmartSwitch button
CABLE Razer Kraken V3 X Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed
Cable Type USB cable - 1.8 m USB-C to USB-A cable - 1.8 m
Cable Length 1.8 m 1.8 m
FEATURES Razer Kraken V3 X Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed
Features - Bendable microphone arm
Additional Functions RGB lighting -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Razer Kraken V3 X 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 V3 X Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed
Connector Type USB (4 PIN USB Type A) -
OTHERS Razer Kraken V3 X Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed
Compatibility - Windows
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 2 years
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