Razer Kraken
Score: 96/100
Turtle Beach Recon 70
Score: 83/100Rankings
The 2019 Razer Kraken is a wired over-ear headset with 50 mm drivers, a retractable cardioid mic and software-enabled 7.1 surround. It offers a durable aluminum frame and broad platform compatibility via a 3.5 mm jack.
The Turtle Beach Recon 70 Lavender is a budget-friendly wired headset offering 40 mm drivers, a flip-up mute mic and extensive spatial-audio support in a lightweight design.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
50 mmbest | 40 mm | |
| ↓ lower better | 20 Hzbest | 20 Hzbest |
20,000 Hzbest | 20,000 Hzbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 321 g | 232 gbest |
24 monthsbest | 12 months |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Audio(1) | ||
Driver Size (mm) | 50 mm | 40 mm |
Microphone(1) | ||
Microphone Type | Retractable Cardioid | Omni-Directional Flip-to-Mute |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Connection Type | Wired 3.5mm | Wired |
Warranty(1) | ||
Warranty Period (months) | 24 months | 12 months |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 321 g | 232 g |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend the Kraken's comfort, sturdy aluminum construction and immersive audio, especially when paired with THX Spatial Audio. However, they note that the headset's bass-heavy tuning can mask dialogue and that the higher-priced Kraken Ultimate offers minimal extra benefit beyond lighting and THX support.
Everyday users love the headset's comfort, durability and the punchy sound of the large drivers, often calling it the most comfortable they've owned. Recurring complaints focus on excessive bass, software hiccups with Razer Synapse, and the lack of a detachable cable.
Professional reviewers consistently note the Recon 70 as a no-frills, "surround sound ready" headset that delivers comfortable long-session wear and solid multiplatform support.
Everyday users appreciate the headset's sound quality, comfort, and easy flip-up mic, especially given its affordability. Common praise centers on its lightweight feel and broad device compatibility, while recurring complaints focus on cable reliability, occasional mic mute issues, and heat buildup in the ear cushions.
“The hardware in the Krakens is excellent... My husband loves these phones (and I do, too!)”
“These phones should not be offered sans the THX Spatial Audio-it's kind of baffling that they are.”
“the most comfortable I've ever worn”
