Razer Kraken V3 X

The Razer Kraken V3 X are alright for wired gaming. They're decently comfortable, lightweight, and have customizable RGB lighting on their ear cups, which some users may like. They also use a USB-A connector, which ensures low latency on PC, PS4, and PS5 consoles. Their flexible boom mic does an excellent job of recording your voice, even in moderately noisy environments, and they're compatible with Razer Synapse software, which allows you to access their surround sound feature. However, the software doesn't offer a lot of extra features, like an EQ.

-- As reviewed by Rtings
Razer Kraken V3 X 1

Product details

  • 285g Lightweight Build: Experience superior audio and game for hours without being weighed down by the headset.Control Type:Media
  • TriForce 40mm Drivers: Cutting-edge proprietary design divides the driver into 3 parts for the individual tuning of highs, mids, and lows—producing brighter, clearer audio with richer highs and more powerful lows
  • HyperClear Cardioid Mic: An improved pickup pattern ensures more voice and less noise with the sweet spot easily placed at your mouth because of the mic’s bendable design
  • Hybrid Fabric and Memory Foam Ear Cushions: Wrapped in a combination of breathable fabric and plush leatherette to provide a snug fit to ensure constant comfort for prolonged gaming
  • 7.1 Surround Sound: Provides accurate positional audio that lets you pinpoint intuitively where every sound is coming from. *Only available on Windows 10 64-bit
  • Powered by Razer Chroma RGB: Customizable earcup lighting and greater game immersion, with access to 16.8 million colors and a suite of lighting effects, apply your preferred settings and watch it work seamlessly with over 150 games and 500 devices across more than 50 partners.

PROS

+ Boom mic delivers great overall performance.
+ Decently comfortable.

CONS

- No EQ or presets.
- Very prone to inconsistent audio delivery.

Expert reviews and ratings

By Rtings on April 13, 2021
The Razer Kraken V3 X are alright for wired gaming. They're decently comfortable, lightweight, and have customizable RGB lighting on their ear cups, which some users may like. They also use a USB-A connector, which ensures low latency on PC, PS4, and PS5 consoles. Their flexible boom mic does an excellent job of recording your voice, even in moderately noisy environments, and they're compatible with Razer Synapse software, which allows you to access their surround sound feature. However, the software doesn't offer a lot of extra features, like an EQ.
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By Tom's Hardware on May 31, 2021
The Razer Kraken V3 X will keep you satisfied with an excellent microphone and solid rich audio reproduction.
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