Razer Kraken X USB vs. Razer Kraken Ultimate

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Razer Kraken X USB and Razer Kraken Ultimate. 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 Kraken Ultimate Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Razer Kraken X USB Razer Kraken Ultimate
Product Type Headset - wired - USB Headset - wired - USB
Weight 275 g 390 g Razer Kraken X USB are lighter than Razer Kraken X USB headphones.
Colour Classic black Classic black
Earpad Material Memory foam, plush Cooling gel-infused cushions
Headband Material - Aluminium, stainless steel
Recommended Use Computer Computer
SOUND QUALITY Razer Kraken X USB Razer Kraken Ultimate
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Adjustable Headband Yes Yes
Connectivity Technology Wired Wired
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects 7.1 Channel Virtual Surround Sound THX Spatial Audio
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Sensitivity 106 dB 112 dB Razer Kraken Ultimate have higher sensitivity than Razer Kraken X USB.
Impedance 32 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 50 mm Razer Kraken Ultimate have a thicker diaphragm than Razer Kraken X USB.
Magnet Material Neodymium Neodymium
Features - Razer Chroma lighting
MICROPHONE Razer Kraken X USB Razer Kraken Ultimate
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Cardioid (uni-directional) Uni-directional
Noise Cancelling - Yes Razer Kraken Ultimate microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz 100 - 10000 Hz The frequency response of the microphones in both headphones is the same.
Sensitivity -42 dB -38 dB
Signal-To-Noise Ratio 55 dB 60 dB
Microphone Features - Mute function, retractable microphone
REMOTE CONTROL Razer Kraken X USB Razer Kraken Ultimate
Controls Volume control, microphone on/mute Volume control, microphone on/mute, THX Spatial Audio on/off
CABLE Razer Kraken X USB Razer Kraken Ultimate
Cable Type Headset cable - 2 m USB cable - 2 m
Cable Length 2 m 2 m
FEATURES Razer Kraken X USB Razer Kraken Ultimate
Additional Functions - RGB lighting
CONNECTIONS Razer Kraken X USB Razer Kraken Ultimate
Connector Type Headset (4 PIN USB Type A) USB (4 PIN USB Type A)
OTHERS Razer Kraken X USB Razer Kraken Ultimate
Compatibility Windows -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 2 years
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