Razer Kraken
Score: 96/100
Turtle Beach Stealth 600
Score: 90/100Rankings
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 Stealth 600 Gen 3 is a versatile wireless headset with 50 mm drivers, 80 h battery life, and an AI-enhanced mic, aimed at multiplatform gamers who need long endurance and solid audio.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
50 mmbest | 50 mmbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 20 Hzbest | 20 Hzbest |
20,000 Hzbest | 20,000 Hzbest | |
— | 80 hoursbest | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 32 ohmsbest |
| ↓ lower better | 321 g | 320 gbest |
— | 18.3 mbest | |
— | 5.2best |
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|---|---|---|
Microphone(1) | ||
Microphone Type | Retractable Cardioid | Uni-directional flip-to-mute |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Connection Type | Wired 3.5mm | Wireless |
Warranty(1) | ||
Warranty Period (months) | 24 months | 12 months |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 321 g | 320 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.
“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”
Professional reviewers from IGN (8.0/10) and Windows Central (4/5) commend the Stealth 600 Gen 3 for its impressive battery life, comfortable fit, AI-enhanced mic and versatile cross-platform support.
Everyday users overwhelmingly praise the headset's comfort, marathon-length battery, clear audio and mic quality, while repeatedly noting Bluetooth reliability issues, the lengthy charge time and the lack of an included carrying case.
