Razer Kraken Ultimate

The Razer Kraken Ultimate are decent for wired gaming. Since they use a non-detachable USB cable, you won't be able to use them with the Xbox One. However, they're fairly comfortable headphones with cooling gel so your ears won't get too warm, even during long gaming sessions. They also have a good overall performing retractable boom microphone and you can tweak their sound using their companion software's graphic EQ.

-- As reviewed by Rtings
Razer Kraken Ultimate 1

Product details

  • The #1 Best-Selling Gaming Peripherals Manufacturer in the US: Source - The NPD Group, Inc. U.S. Retail Tracking Service, Keyboards, Mice, PC Headset/Pc Microphone, Gaming Designed, based on dollar sales, Jan. 2017- Dec. 2019
  • Ultimate Personalization and Gaming Immersion with Razer Chroma: Offers effortless, full integration with popular game titles and syncs with Razer hardware, Philips Hue, and gear from 30+ partners; supports 16.8 million colors
  • THX 7.1 Surround Sound Capable: Provides industry-leading audio realism for in-game immersion by providing accurate spatial audio information beyond standard 7.1 surround sound directional cues
  • All-Day Comfort: Oval, cooling gel-infused cushions with indents for glasses prevent overheating and pressure build-up
  • Retractable, Active Noise Cancelling Microphone: An improved mic with ANC reduces background and ambient noises for crystal-clear communication
  • On-Earcup Audio Controls: Includes volume up and down and THX Spatial on/off toggle
  • Compatibility: Connects via USB connector; THX Spatial Audio available on Windows 10 64bit only
  • Connectivity Technology: Wired

PROS

+ Great performing retractable boom microphone.
+ Customizable RGB lighting.
+ Cooling gel ear cups.
+ Companion software has graphic EQ and presets.

CONS

- No Xbox One compatibility.
- Poor noise isolation.

Expert reviews and ratings

By Rtings on June 08, 2020
The Razer Kraken Ultimate are decent for wired gaming. Since they use a non-detachable USB cable, you won't be able to use them with the Xbox One. However, they're fairly comfortable headphones with cooling gel so your ears won't get too warm, even during long gaming sessions. They also have a good overall performing retractable boom microphone and you can tweak their sound using their companion software's graphic EQ.
75
By PCMag on February 27, 2020
The Razer Kraken Ultimate wired gaming headset brings powerful bass, programmable lighting, and an excellent microphone to your PC.
80
By Tom's Guide on November 22, 2019
The Razer Kraken Ultimate accomplishes exactly what it sets out to do: Provide a high-quality USB PC headset.
80
By TechRadar on January 24, 2020
With an excellent upgrade to an already excellent headset, Razer have made a gaming headset that can keep you comfortable even in the longest gaming binges.
90
By PCWorld on December 09, 2019
The Kraken Ultimate looks pretty good, sounds pretty good, and is priced pretty good. It shouldn’t be your first choice, but you can’t go wrong with it either.
70