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Razer Kraken X Ultralight Gaming Headset: 7.1 Surround Sound - Lightweight Aluminum Frame - Bendable Cardioid Microphone - PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X & S, Mobile - Black/Blue Razer Kraken X Ultralight Gaming Headset: 7.1 Surround Sound - Lightweight Aluminum Frame - Bendable Cardioid Microphone - PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X & S, Mobile - Black/Blue Razer Kraken X Ultralight Gaming Headset: 7.1 Surround Sound - Lightweight Aluminum Frame - Bendable Cardioid Microphone - PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X & S, Mobile - Black/Blue Razer Kraken X Ultralight Gaming Headset: 7.1 Surround Sound - Lightweight Aluminum Frame - Bendable Cardioid Microphone - PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X & S, Mobile - Black/Blue Razer Kraken X Ultralight Gaming Headset: 7.1 Surround Sound - Lightweight Aluminum Frame - Bendable Cardioid Microphone - PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X & S, Mobile - Black/Blue Razer Kraken X Ultralight Gaming Headset: 7.1 Surround Sound - Lightweight Aluminum Frame - Bendable Cardioid Microphone - PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X & S, Mobile - Black/Blue

Razer Kraken X Ultralight Gaming Headset: 7.1 Surround Sound - Lightweight Aluminum Frame - Bendable Cardioid Microphone - PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X & S, Mobile - Black/Blue

Razer Kraken X Ultralight Gaming Headset: 7.1 Surround Sound - Lightweight Aluminum Frame - Bendable Cardioid Microphone - PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X & S, Mobile - Black/Blue Razer Kraken X Ultralight Gaming Headset: 7.1 Surround Sound - Lightweight Aluminum Frame - Bendable Cardioid Microphone - PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X & S, Mobile - Black/Blue Razer Kraken X Ultralight Gaming Headset: 7.1 Surround Sound - Lightweight Aluminum Frame - Bendable Cardioid Microphone - PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X & S, Mobile - Black/Blue Razer Kraken X Ultralight Gaming Headset: 7.1 Surround Sound - Lightweight Aluminum Frame - Bendable Cardioid Microphone - PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X & S, Mobile - Black/Blue Razer Kraken X Ultralight Gaming Headset: 7.1 Surround Sound - Lightweight Aluminum Frame - Bendable Cardioid Microphone - PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X & S, Mobile - Black/Blue Razer Kraken X Ultralight Gaming Headset: 7.1 Surround Sound - Lightweight Aluminum Frame - Bendable Cardioid Microphone - PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X & S, Mobile - Black/Blue
$ 49.04

Score By Feature

Based on 21,882 ratings
Comfort
8.92
Value for money
8.48
For gaming
7.66
Sound quality
7.56
Noise cancellation
6.96

OveReview Final Score

How Our Score Is Calculated

Product Description

The NPD Group, Inc. is the number one best-selling gaming peripherals manufacturer in the United States. Keyboards, Mice, PC Headset/PC Microphone, Gaming Designed, Retail Tracking Service, 2017-2021, based on dollar sales
7 points for immersion. 1 Surround Sound for Positional Audio: Equipped with custom-tuned 40 mm drivers, capable of software-enabled surround sound when used exclusively for PC gaming (download code slip included in box).
Designed for All-Day Comfort: The lightest Kraken headset ever at 250 grams, approximately 40% lighter than the competition
Microphone with Bendable Noise Cancellation: A cardioid mic reduces background and ambient noises for crystal-clear communication.
Audio Controls in the Headset: The headset has an analog volume control wheel and a mic mute switch for quick and easy adjustments.
The Kraken X frame is flexible and built to last, allowing it to withstand daily, worry-free use.

Questions & Answers

Is this a USB device or a device with two audio pin jacks?

Kraken X makes use of a three-dimensional model. A standard audio jack of 5 mm is used. It also comes with an adapter cable that enables you to use a split mic input and audio output.

Is the Kraken X equipped with surround sound?

Good day! Kraken X has a total of seven. One surround sound speaker.

What is the decibel level of these in 7? 1 mode?

This has a great deal of volume. My husband is deaf in one ear, but he can hear it clearly even with the television on when I wear the headset and turn up the volume on my computer to 20.

Selected User Reviews For Razer Kraken X Ultralight Gaming Headset: 7.1 Surround Sound - Lightweight Aluminum Frame - Bendable Cardioid Microphone - PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X & S, Mobile - Black/Blue

Overall, it was a good experience
4/5

I've only had these for a day and they're okay so far, but not great, especially for $50. I've had more expensive headsets than these for $25. PROS: br>br>
- Extremely light, possibly the lightest headset I've ever owned!
- Very comfortable and well-fittingbr>- The degree of flexibility is acceptable. br>- The quality of the microphone is acceptable, but not exceptional. br>- Free roaming microphone that comes right up to your mouthbr>- The headband's memory foam padding is extremely comfortable. br>- Noise cancellationbr>br>br>br>br>br>br> The cord is long and not elastic, which is ideal for preventing tangles and curling. br>CONS:
- The sound quality could be much better. br>- Mids are screamy, there is no bass, and the mids are pitchy. br>- The mids are very static and can cause ear discomfort. br>- OVERALL CONSTRUCTION: PLASTICBR>BR>OVERALL CONSTRUCTION: PLASTICBR>BR>OVERALL CONSTR br>Razer has nailed the build, and the headset itself is incredible. What's inside could use some improvement, particularly in terms of microphone and sound quality. Build: br>br> br>br>Mic: ten out of tenbr>br> br>br>Sound: br>br>7/10 br>br>br> 3/10.

Enrique BEGUM
Enrique BEGUM
| Dec 14, 2020
Ultralight, Ultra-Affordable, and Ultra-Comfortable - For $50, you get a LOT of performance
4/5

  Pros: Lightweight, extremely comfortable, and the most well-balanced sound we've heard from Razer to date. 7. It is simple to drive. One piece of software for PC use is included, as well as a good microphone. br>br>Contrary to popular belief, there are a number of disadvantages to using this product. Even with the attached cable and mic, which are both made of plastic, the volume on the PS4 is still a problem.

Aliza Baxter
Aliza Baxter
| Jan 04, 2021
Purchase is not recommended because it necessitates the use of espionage equipment
3/5

This product will not work unless you download and install their spywear (oh wait, it isn't spywear because you agreed)br>br>The microphone will not work, periodbr>br>The 7. 1 doesn't work without the aforementioned spywearbr>br>Without the spywear, you're left with one left and one right spear pointing at the top of your eardrum, making it sound like everything is coming from the skybr>br>The mic pivot doesn't have a hing, or a protective durable rubber bendy thing. A wire from a sharp hole would easily be able to cut through that mic sheath. It would probably eliminate the $12 microphone, planned obsolescence as it were; seariously*br
>$40 wasn't worth it for its revenue. Tom's br>br>Bestbr>br>Tom's br>br>Bestbr>br>Tom's br>br>Best.

Ryann Reed
Ryann Reed
| May 29, 2021
They are, after all, inexpensive
3/5

I had fairly low expectations when I bought these, and I was sorely disappointed. My previous Razer headset lasted nearly seven years, and I'm a fan of their products in general. This headset is clearly subpar, so I went with a less expensive option this time to see if it would work for me. The audio was scratchy, and several people I spoke with said the microphone was also of poor quality. I'm not particularly picky, and I don't believe I've ever written a review before, but the poor quality of this headset justified a negative rating. I'd either go somewhere else or spend more money on something more appropriate.

Meadow Holloway
Meadow Holloway
| Sep 27, 2021
THE MICROPHONE IS SURPRISELY GOOD! Before writing this review, I used these headphones for two months
5/5

br>br>The Razer Kraken X wired gaming headset is excellent value for money, with sound quality that rivals that of the virtual 7. Some games that use at least 5 speakers benefit from 1 surround sound. One surround sound speaker. (Make certain you're using the proper audio channels. ) ) For gaming, the sound quality is excellent. br>br>There is definitely noise cancellation. For those who wear glasses, there are even notches in the ear cups. Although they are not visible, they can be felt with your finger. br>br>Due to the fact that these are 3. They'll work with PC, Android, Xbox One S controllers, and PS4 with sound and microphone thanks to a 3. 5 mm jack. On the Nintendo Switch, it will also work for sound. For the PC, a longer cord is included, which connects to two separate 3. 5 mm ports (one for sound, one for microphone) USB isn't much better, based on my previous headset experiences. A wheel on the headset allows you to adjust the volume. br>br>But it was the microphone that took my breath away. I made some recordings, and the sound quality was excellent for a low-cost gaming headset. Background noises such as key clicks and distant voices will not be picked up by this cardiod microphone. I've even used it for online college classes, where I was complimented on how clear I sounded during a Zoom meeting. If necessary, a button can be pressed to silence it. br>br>The headset is also very comfortable for me. It's comfortable to wear for extended periods of time, and it didn't bother me in the least. They can be adjusted up and down, but the ear cups do not swivel, adding to the headset's durability. (A) Despite the fact that they're mostly made of plastic, they don't feel cheap. Overall, if you're looking for a wired gaming headset, these are a must-have! Razer, you did an outstanding job!.

Grady Lowe
Grady Lowe
| Sep 22, 2021
For good sound, this is a great purchase
5/5

These are for my daughter, and I purchased them. She is a gamer who plays them at least six times a week. When she is not in school, she works for 7 hours a day. They're very light, and she says the sound and clarity are far superior to her previous headset. She also appreciates how they don't appear to be too big on her head. Her previous set was too big for her head, but these are more comfortable and don't appear to be designed for a giant. The adjustable band comes in a variety of sizes, and my husband claims that they are comfortable on his head (which is significantly larger than our daughter's). They appear to be in good shape. )br> They're well-made and have a good feel to them. Despite their light weight, they do not have a cheap feel or appearance. My daughter also wanted me to mention that the flexible microphone is convenient to have because she doesn't have to worry about it breaking or cracking while carrying it in her backpack. br>I would buy them again in a heartbeat.

Emerson Travis
Emerson Travis
| Dec 03, 2021
The activation code for one of the surrounds is not working
3/5

When I got the package today, I was ecstatic because I figured I'd be able to use number 7. When I tried to use the activation code, I got the message "License code has already been used. " " Right now, I'm very dissatisfied, and I'm not sure why I'm supposed to buy this product if the 7. Is it true that only one surround sound system can be used?.

Keith Cole
Keith Cole
| Jul 08, 2021
Thank you so much
5/5

It's light and comfortable, and it's a good value for the money. The packaging is of Razer quality, and it feels good as well.

Siena Gallagher
Siena Gallagher
| Sep 06, 2021

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