Razer Kraken X Lite vs. Razer BlackShark V2

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Razer Kraken X Lite and Razer BlackShark V2. 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 X Lite vs. Razer BlackShark V2 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Razer Kraken X Lite Razer BlackShark V2
Product Type Headset - 7.1 channel - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Height 21 cm -
Width 16 cm -
Depth 8.8 cm -
Weight 230 g 262 g Razer Kraken X Lite are lighter than Razer Kraken X Lite headphones.
Earpad Material Leatherette, memory foam FlowKnit memory foam
Recommended Use Game console, portable electronics, computer Game console, portable electronics, computer
SOUND QUALITY Razer Kraken X Lite Razer BlackShark V2
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Ear Cups Type Closed Closed
Connectivity Technology Wired Wired
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.
Sensitivity 109 dB 100 dB Razer Kraken X Lite have higher sensitivity than Razer BlackShark V2.
Impedance 32 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 50 mm Razer BlackShark V2 have a thicker diaphragm than Razer Kraken X Lite.
Magnet Material Neodymium magnet Razer Triforce titanium
MICROPHONE Razer Kraken X Lite Razer BlackShark V2
Form Factor Headset microphone Headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode Cardioid (uni-directional) Mono, cardioid (uni-directional)
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz 100 - 10000 Hz The frequency response of the microphones in both headphones is the same.
Sensitivity -45 dB -42 dB
Signal-To-Noise Ratio 60 dB -
REMOTE CONTROL Razer Kraken X Lite Razer BlackShark V2
Controls Mute, volume control Volume control, microphone on/mute
CABLE Razer Kraken X Lite Razer BlackShark V2
Cable Type Headset extension cable - 2 m
Headset cable - 1.3 m
Headset cable - Razer SpeedFlex - L shaped - 1.8 m
Cable Length 1.3 m 1.8 m
CONNECTIONS Razer Kraken X Lite Razer BlackShark V2
Connector Type Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) Headset (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS Razer Kraken X Lite Razer BlackShark V2
Included Accessories - USB sound card
Compatibility Mac, Windows -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 2 years
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