Brand | Razer |
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Series | Kraken X |
Item model number | RZ04-02890100-R3U1 |
Hardware Platform | PC |
Item Weight | 8.8 ounces |
Product Dimensions | 6.3 x 8.27 x 3.47 inches |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 6.3 x 8.27 x 3.47 inches |
Color | Classic Black |
Voltage | 1.5 Volts |
Manufacturer | Razer |
ASIN | B07RMC5BRL |
Date First Available | June 6, 2019 |
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Razer Kraken X Ultralight Gaming Headset: 7.1 Surround Sound - Lightweight Aluminum Frame - Bendable Cardioid Microphone - for PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Mobile - Black
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Brand | Razer |
Model Name | Kraken X |
Color | Classic Black |
Form Factor | Over Ear |
Connectivity Technology | USB |
About this item
- FREQUENCY RESPONSE - 12 Hz – 28 kHz.Headphones fit type:Over-Ear
- IMMERSIVE, 7.1 SURROUND SOUND FOR POSITIONAL AUDIO - Outfitted with custom-tuned 40 millimeter drivers, capable of software-enabled surround sound when used for PC gaming only (download code slip inside the box)
- DESIGNED FOR ALL-DAY COMFORT - The lightest Kraken headset ever at 250 grams, around 40% lighter than the competition
- BENDABLE NOISE CANCELLING MICROPHONE - A cardioid mic reduces background and ambient noises for crystal-clear communication
- IN-HEADSET AUDIO CONTROLS - Includes an analog volume control wheel and mic mute switch on the headset for quick and convenient adjustments
- DURABLE CONSTRUCTION - The Kraken X frame is flexible and built to last, able to withstand daily, care-free use
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Sound quality | 3.9 | 4.1 | 4.1 | 4.1 | 4.1 | 4.2 |
For gaming | 3.9 | 4.3 | 4.8 | 4.2 | 4.2 | 4.2 |
Noise cancellation | 3.6 | 3.9 | 4.2 | 3.9 | 3.9 | 4.0 |
Comfort | 4.4 | — | 4.0 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.7 |
Quality of material | — | — | — | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.6 |
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connectivity tech | USB | USB | Wired | Wired -3.5 mm combo jack | Wired - 3.5 mm combo jack | Bluetooth |
headphones form factor | Over Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear |
connector type | 3 5mm Jack | usb | 3.5mm Jack | 3.5mm Jack | 3.5mm Jack | USB |
noise control | — | sound isolation | — | sound isolation | sound isolation | sound isolation |
headphones jack | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack | — | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack |
cable feature | Detachable | Detachable | Retractable | Retractable | Detachable | Detachable |
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Comfortable Build
Plush Memory Foam Cushions
Ideal comfort and sound isolation throughout gaming marathons.
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Ultra-Light Construction
Lightweight Build
Engineered with a lightweight form factor for a near-weightless feel on your head.
E3 2019 Slickdeals Best Value
"Razer prioritizes the essentials with the Kraken X, and the result is a surprisingly high-quality audio experience."
Mike Jackson, Slickdeals Writer
Immersive 7.1 Surround Sound
Experience 7.1 surround sound for accurate positional audio across any game environment—from explosive all-out wars or stealthy covert operations.
Bendable Cardioid Microphone
The cardioid pickup pattern records sound from a tighter angle. It ensures your voice is heard and rejects noise from the sides and back of your mic.
3.5mm Connection
Game across your PC, PS4, Nintendo Switch and mobile devices via audio jack.
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The ultra-light Razer Kraken X is a multi-platform gaming headset built with superior comfort, Extended durability and crystal-clear sound. Harness positional audio with 7. 1 surround sound, while the soft ear cushions and adjustable allows gaming in total comfort.
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Customers like the quality, comfort, and value of the gaming headset. For example, they mention it's a decent headset with a good-quality boom mic. That said, they say it'll be a great option for those looking for a comfortable and affordable gaming headset with good sound quality. That being said, some complain about the durability. Opinions are mixed on the sound quality and performance.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the gaming headset. They mention that it is a decent headset with a good boom mic. The sound quality is great, and it is an excellent product for the budget. Customers also mention that the wire of the mic seems good quality, and is very flexible. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...Lastly, the mic quality: This is something that wasn’t even a concern for me until people started complimenting me on how clear my voice sounds..." Read more
"...The wire of mic seems good quality too, and is very flexible and stands strait in the position you stretch it, but stiil, can not dissapear, you can..." Read more
"...So, sound quality is pretty good, and as far as I can tell the mic quality is too...." Read more
"The Razer Kraken X Ultralight Gaming Headset is a decent headset for people who want to enjoy immersive audio...." Read more
Customers like the comfort of the headphones. They say that the ear cups are soft and comfortable, the faux leather feels nice, and the headband is flexible yet sturdy. Some mention that the cushions are very soft.
"...Coshions are very soft and comfartable, and no dealbreaker for people with glasses, I am constantly wearing glasses and no downside was experienced..." Read more
"...the ear covers/padding are holding up fine - and the generally pretty comfortable - I expect this will be the next failure point for aesthetics..." Read more
"...The ear cups are soft and cushioned, but they can also cause some sweating if you use them for a long time...." Read more
"...The faux leather feels nice and durable, the headband feels flexible yet sturdy, and the swivel on the cups doesn't rattle or seem unintentional in..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the value of the headphones. They mention that they are comfortable and sound fantastic for the price. Some say that the headphones are good quality for the money and are a very good option.
"...headset that offered both an acceptable sound quality and an affordable price. What I received blew my expectations out of the park!..." Read more
"...Overall ITS TOTALLY worth it, and the price Is great as well.Built material and performance in more details...." Read more
"...If you're a casual gamer this is good and affordable...." Read more
"...But overall, it's OK for the price." Read more
Customers are mixed about the sound quality of the headphones. Some mention that the sound is excellent, the Razer surround sound is a nice feature, and everyone can hear me clearly. However, others say that the music doesn't sound as good as some of the others, the audio is muddled, and it doesn''t cancel noise very well.
"...For the price I paid, the sound is excellent. There were three added bonuses: the durability, the size, and the mic quality...." Read more
"Summary: The sound is wonderful, its everything what i was expecting from its price, i bought it for 39,99 (it had a small sale)...." Read more
"...They are good for gaming but not so balanced for listening music so your best bet is to use an equalizer to rise frequencies between 1.2k and 2.8k...." Read more
"From a usability standpoint, they're fine. The audio quality is good - the microphone is good enough, but it's a bit weak on the sound pick-up..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the headphones. Some mention that they work great, especially for their category, and can be considered as a great product for gaming or calls. However, others say that right out of the box, it didn't work at all, is unusable, and may have issues when used with phones. Some customers also mention that the mic doesn't working and one of the splitters aux doesn' work.
"...them if you are looking for a budget headphones with a nice performance for gaming or calls, can be considered as a great gift as well." Read more
"...How on Earth could a headset cause such a headache?! Overall, this is unusable, the features are DETRIMENTS, and I have to go fix my computer now...." Read more
"...The microphone is pretty neat. It's very responsive. Everyone I asked in meetings today said that I sounded very clear...." Read more
"...a nice feature though I personally don’t really like it, working with it has been a pain as default device playback systems get confused but I think..." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the durability of the headphones. They mention that the top started coming apart, the band broke off, and the plastic starts cracking with regular use. The construction seems to be a bit fragile, so take care of them properly.
"...The materials using for it's construction seems to be a bit fragile, so take care of them properly and don't stress the headphones too much when..." Read more
"...Two months or so later - aka right now - it fully snapped, and can't stay in the sheath anymore...." Read more
"...There were three added bonuses: the durability, the size, and the mic quality. I am an extremely clumsy person - I break a lot of things...." Read more
"...However, I was disappointed when the right side of the headset broke as I was putting it on one day. I tried to "fix" it with tape and Gorilla glue...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the mic quality of the headphones. They mention that it's hard to hear, it gets loose very easily, and it starts picking up less and less. Some customers also report speaker feedback into the microphone and that the pivot for the mic doesn't have a hing. Overall, some customers are disappointed with the quality and functionality of the mic.
"...My only beef with these are the mic quality and some of the sound quality. They sound decent, but not enough bass to me...." Read more
"...together though he’s sometimes hard to hear so I think the mic isn’t the best." Read more
"..."headphones" as any time I do driver updates it switches and the Mic would not work." Read more
"...and stands strait in the position you stretch it, but stiil, can not dissapear, you can bend it away if you are not using it and for me it works fine..." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the material of the headset. They mention that the headband is made of cheap, brittle plastic, and will eventually snap. The arch for the headset is made out of plastic with a weak insert inside. The mic sounds fine, but it feels like the cheapest part of the product. The plastic on the headset becomes british over a few months and will break. Overall, customers feel that the headset feels cheap for a Razer product.
"...The padding on the headband is covered by a very poorly attached plastic covering - it came out only after a few weeks of use, while mostly hanging..." Read more
"...but, these got my ears " hot" in a very short time.they feel CHEAP.. yes, they are ultra lightweight.. well, they didnt use Carbon fiber, just..." Read more
"...Build quality: it's cheap plastic. But hey, we're here for the comfort and sound, not what it's made of...." Read more
"...It’s plastic, fragile, and after some use could easily break. I’ve owned 3 of these and they’ve all broken in the same place...." Read more
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First, the price: If price is your biggest concern, this is probably on the upper end of your budget. After all, there are much cheaper headsets on the market. From my experience, though, other options are just no good - crackly sound, not durable, lucky if the mic is even decent. The price listed for this headset was the upper end of what I was willing to pay - and I don’t regret it!
For quality: If someone handed me this set of headphones and told me to price it based on the sound quality, I would’ve valued it at double the amount that I paid for. For the price I paid, the sound is excellent. There were three added bonuses: the durability, the size, and the mic quality. I am an extremely clumsy person - I break a lot of things. I’ve dropped this headset, smacked it against a wall, tugged the cords, the whole nine yards (all accidentally - I’m not abusing it on purpose), and it hasn’t broken on me yet- it’s pretty durable. I’m sure if I were trying to break it, it wouldn’t be difficult, but very few of you are looking at this and thinking, “I want to be able to bend this like a stick without it breaking”. For size - I wear small hats/helmets/headphones (think mid-range child sizes), and it’s hard to find stuff that actually fits me. The smallest size fits me perfectly. My boyfriend - who’s got a normal sized adult head (Lol) - can wear these comfortably as well. Lastly, the mic quality: This is something that wasn’t even a concern for me until people started complimenting me on how clear my voice sounds through the device.
One thing that is interesting to me is that the mute button works perfectly fine on my PC but not on my laptop. I have no clue what’s going on there, but I highly doubt it’s an issue with the headphones.
Built material and performance in more details. mostly its plastic, and thick one, so it stands great. Wire is rubbered in a way that if something gets damaged first I do not believe by any stretch of imagine that it will be the wire. Coshions are very soft and comfartable, and no dealbreaker for people with glasses, I am constantly wearing glasses and no downside was experienced with coshions. The same material is put on the upper part which holds your head on hair section, very comfortable anf soft feel, to be more accurate there is almost no feel of something on your head.
It creates a vacuum but I would not call it noice canceling headphone as you can compare with the real ones (which actually are 300 usd more or less, so I do not even care about their "NOT EXCELENT NOICE CANCELATION" as never expected getting one at this price range)
The deal of the mic is the following: its always there you need it or not, you can mute it with a phisical button, its easy and reachable, located on the left earcup, to which the mic is attached as well. The wire of mic seems good quality too, and is very flexible and stands strait in the position you stretch it, but stiil, can not dissapear, you can bend it away if you are not using it and for me it works fine. Next to mic mute button (which is also unmute button to bring the voice back) there is also a volume controller which I have not got used to it yet, well, not a dealbreaker as well, takes a second more to find them,
Quality really seems good, two months already, no phisical damage, neither any changes in performance, keeps me satisfied as I was.
In the bag it has two wires, one is for PC, the ones which has a mic and sound hole, usually green and pink ones (both 3.5mm), you can find them easily on your PC case where the input holes are located. The other one just gets connected with 3,5mm to already described one and has the headphones on the other end. I usually use the main one with the headphones with my laptop and phone ( basicly none of these does not have the pink hole for the mic as well, but actually it feels the same as with my PC when I use both wires) and the performance still is great.
Go get them if you are looking for a budget headphones with a nice performance for gaming or calls, can be considered as a great gift as well.
I have a problem with the microphone mute button location at the back of the left earphone - it's exactly where I have to grab it so it's very easy to inadvertently push it. I need to be careful not to mute myself while getting into unexpected calls/meetings. The padding on the headband is covered by a very poorly attached plastic covering - it came out only after a few weeks of use, while mostly hanging on a wide headphone hook. So far the ear covers/padding are holding up fine - and the generally pretty comfortable - I expect this will be the next failure point for aesthetics though.
They are fine for what they are - but I don't think they're worth $25+...I expect them to have other build-quality issues over the next year or so and require either hacked/DIY fixes or replacement.
Reviewed in the United States on February 6, 2023
I have a problem with the microphone mute button location at the back of the left earphone - it's exactly where I have to grab it so it's very easy to inadvertently push it. I need to be careful not to mute myself while getting into unexpected calls/meetings. The padding on the headband is covered by a very poorly attached plastic covering - it came out only after a few weeks of use, while mostly hanging on a wide headphone hook. So far the ear covers/padding are holding up fine - and the generally pretty comfortable - I expect this will be the next failure point for aesthetics though.
They are fine for what they are - but I don't think they're worth $25+...I expect them to have other build-quality issues over the next year or so and require either hacked/DIY fixes or replacement.
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Pros:
- great noise cancelling!! Can’t even hear my own keyboard, but at the same time just be wary that it’s really good at noise cancelling
- comfortable for long uses. Never felt any pain or discomfort
- has a mic
- durable (I’m a pretty clumsy person who can break a lot of things accidentally, but these headphones have stood the test of time)
- good sound !!!
Sound quality is great, and sound control on the headset itself is superb - you don't need to regulate sound via the computer. I do wish the microphone was louder, players have told me that it is hard to hear me at times.
Unfortunately the headband cracked after 7-8 months of use, and I don't seem to have any way to find out if it is covered by the 2-year warranty - the website doesn't offer a phone number or email contact (at least not that I can find), and the phone number amazon offered is trying to sell me unrelated stuff. Bottom line: great headset, especially for the price, but treat very carefully in case the headband is generally fragile, and mine isn't an anomaly (I didn't mistreat it!).