Razer Kraken Green
Score: 73/100
Corsair Void RGB Elite Carbon
Score: 75/100Rankings
The Corsair VOID RGB Elite Wireless delivers solid audio performance, a Discord-certified mic, and premium aluminum construction, but its loose fit, reliance on iCUE, and lack of wired/Bluetooth options keep it from being a universal solution.
The Razer Kraken (2019) is a wired, cross-platform gaming headset featuring a lightweight aluminum frame, 50 mm drivers and cooling-gel ear cushions for long-session comfort. It offers software-enabled 7.1 virtual surround on PC and a retractable cardioid microphone, but lacks active noise cancellation and a detachable cable.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
50 mmbest | 50 mmbest | |
— | 16 hoursbest | |
— | 32 ohmsbest | |
— | 116 dBbest | |
— | 12.192 mbest | |
— | -42 dBbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 321 gbest | 399 g |
| ↓ lower better | — | 16 hoursbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Microphone(1) | ||
Microphone Type | retractable cardioid | Omnidirectional |
Audio(2) | ||
Frequency Response | 20-20000 | 20-30000 |
Form Factor | over-ear | Over-ear |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 321 g | 399 g |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Connectivity Type | wired | Wireless |
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Professional reviewers praise the Kraken's comfortable gel-infused cushions, solid aluminum construction and decent passive isolation, but criticize its reliance on the Synapse app for virtual surround and the absence of USB or ANC features. The microphone is deemed adequate but not standout, and the lack of a detachable cable is seen as a drawback for long-term durability.
Everyday users consistently highlight the headset's comfort, durability and good gaming sound, especially for positional audio in fast-paced titles. Common complaints revolve around bass-heavy tuning, software instability with Synapse, a non-detachable cable, and occasional warmth of the ear pads.
“Most comfortable I've ever worn”
“Great sound and mic”
“Long battery life”
Professional reviewers commend the VOID RGB Elite Wireless for its clear microphone, solid construction, and low-latency wireless link, but criticize the headset's overly loose fit, the necessity of iCUE for basic functionality, and the battery drain caused by RGB lighting.
Everyday users love the comfort on larger heads, the clear audio and mic performance, and the long battery life, while repeatedly complaining about the headset slipping off, the intrusive iCUE requirement, and occasional mic beeping issues.
