Razer Kraken vs. SteelSeries Arctis 5

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Razer Kraken and SteelSeries Arctis 5. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Razer Kraken vs. SteelSeries Arctis 5 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Razer Kraken SteelSeries Arctis 5
Product Type Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headset - wired - USB, 3.5 mm jack
Height - 19.685 cm
Width - 21.59 cm
Depth - 4.724 cm
Weight 322 g 363.1 g Razer Kraken are lighter than Razer Kraken headphones.
Colour Quartz pink | Black | Mercury white | Green White | Black
Body Material Aluminium -
Earpad Material Leatherette, memory foam, cloth -
Headband Material Aluminium -
Recommended Use Game console, portable electronics, computer Game console, portable electronics, computer
SOUND QUALITY Razer Kraken SteelSeries Arctis 5
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Adjustable Headband Yes Yes
Foldable Yes - Razer Kraken can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wired Wired
Noise Isolating Yes - Razer Kraken are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects THX Spatial Audio 7.1 Channel Virtual Surround Sound
Frequency Response 12 - 28000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz Razer Kraken offer a larger frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis 5.
Max Input Power 30 mW -
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <3%
Sensitivity 109 dB 98 dB Razer Kraken have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis 5.
Impedance 32 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 50 mm 40 mm Razer Kraken have a thicker diaphragm than SteelSeries Arctis 5.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE Razer Kraken SteelSeries Arctis 5
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Uni-directional Bi-directional
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz 100 - 10000 Hz The frequency response of the microphones in both headphones is the same.
Audio Input Details Omni-directional -
Sensitivity -45 dB -48 dB
Sensitivity Margin +/- 3dB -
Impedance - 2200 Ohm
Signal-To-Noise Ratio 0 dB -
Microphone Features Retractable microphone Mute function, retractable microphone
REMOTE CONTROL Razer Kraken SteelSeries Arctis 5
Controls Volume control, microphone on/mute Volume, mode control, microphone on/mute
CABLE Razer Kraken SteelSeries Arctis 5
Cable Type Headset cable - 1.3 m Headset cable - detachable
Headset adapter - detachable - L shaped
Remote control cable - detachable
Cable Length 1.3 m 3 m
Detachable Cable - Yes
FEATURES Razer Kraken SteelSeries Arctis 5
Additional Functions - Adjustable RGB lighting
CONNECTIONS Razer Kraken SteelSeries Arctis 5
Connector Type Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) Audio output (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
USB
OTHERS Razer Kraken SteelSeries Arctis 5
Included Accessories USB audio controller USB ChatMix Dial
Compatibility Mac, Windows -
Software Certification Discord Certified -
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 2 years Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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