Razer Kraken X USB vs. Razer BlackShark V2

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Razer Kraken X USB 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 USB vs. Razer BlackShark V2 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Razer Kraken X USB Razer BlackShark V2
Product Type Headset - wired - USB Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 275 g 262 g Razer BlackShark V2 are lighter than Razer Kraken X USB headphones.
Colour Classic black -
Earpad Material Memory foam, plush FlowKnit memory foam
Recommended Use Computer Game console, portable electronics, computer
SOUND QUALITY Razer Kraken X USB Razer BlackShark V2
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Ear Cups Type - Closed
Adjustable Headband Yes -
Connectivity Technology Wired Wired
Noise Isolating - Yes Razer BlackShark V2 are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects 7.1 Channel Virtual Surround Sound THX Spatial Audio
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 12 - 28000 Hz Razer BlackShark V2 offer a larger frequency range than Razer Kraken X USB.
Sensitivity 106 dB 100 dB Razer Kraken X USB 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 USB.
Magnet Material Neodymium Razer Triforce titanium
MICROPHONE Razer Kraken X USB Razer BlackShark V2
Form Factor - Headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
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 -42 dB -42 dB
Signal-To-Noise Ratio 55 dB -
REMOTE CONTROL Razer Kraken X USB Razer BlackShark V2
Controls Volume control, microphone on/mute Volume control, microphone on/mute
CABLE Razer Kraken X USB Razer BlackShark V2
Cable Type Headset cable - 2 m Headset cable - Razer SpeedFlex - L shaped - 1.8 m
Cable Length 2 m 1.8 m
CONNECTIONS Razer Kraken X USB Razer BlackShark V2
Connector Type Headset (4 PIN USB Type A) Headset (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS Razer Kraken X USB Razer BlackShark V2
Included Accessories - USB sound card
Compatibility Windows -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 2 years
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