Sennheiser HD 579 (HD 500) vs. Razer Kraken 7.1 V2

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Sennheiser HD 579 (HD 500) and Razer Kraken 7.1 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

Sennheiser HD 579 (HD 500) vs. Razer Kraken 7.1 V2 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sennheiser HD 579 (HD 500) Razer Kraken 7.1 V2
Product Type Headphones - wired Headset - wired - USB
Series HD 500 -
Weight - 346 g
Colour Silver Mercury white | Black
Body Material - Aluminium
Recommended Use Home audio Computer
SOUND QUALITY Sennheiser HD 579 (HD 500) Razer Kraken 7.1 V2
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Ear Cups Type Open -
Foldable - Yes Razer Kraken 7.1 V2 can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wired Wired
Noise Isolating - Yes Razer Kraken 7.1 V2 are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - 7.1 Channel Virtual Surround Sound
Frequency Response 15 - 28000 Hz 12 - 28000 Hz Razer Kraken 7.1 V2 offer a larger frequency range than Sennheiser HD 579 (HD 500).
Max Input Power - 30 mW
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 0.2% -
Sensitivity - 123 dB
Impedance 50 Ohm 32 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure 106 dB -
Diaphragm - 50 mm
Magnet Material Neodymium Neodymium magnet
Features - Razer Chroma lighting
In-Cord Volume Control - Yes
MICROPHONE Sennheiser HD 579 (HD 500) Razer Kraken 7.1 V2
Type - Boom
Microphone Operation Mode - Uni-directional
Noise Cancelling - Yes Razer Kraken 7.1 V2 microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Frequency Response - 100 - 10000 Hz
Sensitivity - -38 dB
Signal-To-Noise Ratio - 55 dB
REMOTE CONTROL Sennheiser HD 579 (HD 500) Razer Kraken 7.1 V2
Controls - Volume, microphone on/mute
CABLE Sennheiser HD 579 (HD 500) Razer Kraken 7.1 V2
Cable Type Headphones cable - 3 m Headset cable - 2 m
Cable Length 3 m 2 m
Detachable Cable Yes -
FEATURES Sennheiser HD 579 (HD 500) Razer Kraken 7.1 V2
Additional Functions - LED lights
CONNECTIONS Sennheiser HD 579 (HD 500) Razer Kraken 7.1 V2
Connector Type Headphones (phone stereo 6.3 mm) USB (4 PIN USB Type A)
OTHERS Sennheiser HD 579 (HD 500) Razer Kraken 7.1 V2
Included Accessories 6.3 mm to 3.5 mm adapter -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years -
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