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General

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Series

Kraken1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v4-pro/RZ04-05160100-R3U1Read 23 October 2026

Arctis Nova1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026Product family Arctis Nova

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

RZ04-0516, RZ04-05160100-R3U11Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v4-pro/RZ04-05160100-R3U1Read 23 October 2026US standard black product SKU RZ04-05160100-R3U1. Exact support page identifies regulatory family RZ04-0516. RZ04-0517 is the different base Kraken V4.

61520, 61524, 61521, HS252Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20250331225909/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-wireless-pc-playstationRead 10 October 2026Maker product data in the 2025-03-31 snapshot: SKU 61520 Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for PC & PlayStation (black) and SKU 61524 (white). The maker has since removed this page. Its current store lists new SKUs 61529 and 61530 with a smaller bundle, which are not stored because cables included is not a per-variant field.4Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20230513105452/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-wireless-xbox-pcRead 10 October 2026Maker product data: SKU 61521 Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for Xbox & PC.6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026Regulatory: headset model HS25, transceiver HS25TX is excluded. Back cover shows 61520.

GTIN / EAN

8402729099973Spec databasebuildcores.com/products/Headphones/ik69xq643/Razer-Kraken-V4-Pro-Wireless-RGB-Gaming-Headset-BlackRead 23 October 2026Exact black V4 Pro UPC. Distributor Xcel Source also pairs this UPC with RZ04-05160100-R3U1.

813682027599, 810052987743, 8136820276052Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20250331225909/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-wireless-pc-playstationRead 10 October 2026Maker product data: gtin12 813682027599 for 61520 and 810052987743 for 61524.4Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20230513105452/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-wireless-xbox-pcRead 10 October 2026Maker product data: gtin12 813682027605 for 61521.

AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

28 September 20242Press releaserazer.com/newsroom/featured/razercon-2024Read 23 October 2026

24 May 20225Press releaseweb.archive.org/web/20220616111652/https://steelseries.com/press/113-steelseries-unveils-future-gaming-audio-arctis-nova-pro-seriesRead 10 October 2026Press release dated Chicago, May 24, 2022.10Press articlepocket-lint.com/headphones/news/161261-steelseries-nova-pro-wireless-headset-announced.amphtmlRead 10 October 2026Article dated 2022-05-24.

Status

Available1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v4-pro/RZ04-05160100-R3U1Read 23 October 2026

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PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Omni11Reviewtechradar.com/gaming/steelseries-arctis-nova-pro-omni-reviewRead 23 October 2026TechRadar calls the Arctis Nova Pro Wireless the predecessor of the Arctis Nova Pro Omni.

Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

$399.992Press releaserazer.com/newsroom/featured/razercon-2024Read 23 October 2026Launch MSRP for Kraken V4 Pro including OLED Control Hub, US excluding tax.

$349.994Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20230513105452/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-wireless-xbox-pcRead 10 October 2026Maker store listed 349.99 USD for 61521. This matches the 2022 launch MSRP.5Press releaseweb.archive.org/web/20220616111652/https://steelseries.com/press/113-steelseries-unveils-future-gaming-audio-arctis-nova-pro-seriesRead 10 October 2026Arctis Nova Pro Wireless MSRP $349.99 (NA). The Xbox and PlayStation editions have the same MSRP. US prices exclude sales tax.10Press articlepocket-lint.com/headphones/news/161261-steelseries-nova-pro-wireless-headset-announced.amphtmlRead 10 October 2026The Nova Pro Wireless will sit at $349.99.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

€449.992Press releaserazer.com/newsroom/featured/razercon-2024Read 23 October 2026Published European launch MSRP including VAT as offered. No country-specific difference is identified.

€379.993Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220524033653/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-wirelessRead 10 October 2026Maker EU store on launch day 2022-05-24 priced the headset at 379,99 EUR with tax as published for consumers.5Press releaseweb.archive.org/web/20220616111652/https://steelseries.com/press/113-steelseries-unveils-future-gaming-audio-arctis-nova-pro-seriesRead 10 October 2026Arctis Nova Pro Wireless MSRP 379.99 EUR (EMEA) as published for consumers.10Press articlepocket-lint.com/headphones/news/161261-steelseries-nova-pro-wireless-headset-announced.amphtmlRead 10 October 2026The Nova Pro Wireless will sit at 379.99 EUR.

MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

US1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v4-pro/RZ04-05160100-R3U1Read 23 October 2026Exact SKU offered on the US maker shop. Limited bundles and colour editions are excluded.

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ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v4-pro/RZ04-05160100-R3U1Read 23 October 2026

Black, White2Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20250331225909/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-wireless-pc-playstationRead 10 October 2026Black (61520) and White (61524).

Segment

Gaming1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v4-pro/RZ04-05160100-R3U1Read 23 October 2026

Gaming1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026Sold in the maker Gaming Headsets category.

Design

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Form factor

Over-ear4Reviewlesnumeriques.com/casque-gaming-micro/razer-kraken-v4-pro-p75681/test.htmlRead 23 October 2026Technical specification says circumaural.

Over-ear1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026Page data lists headphone style Over Ear.8Reviewpcgamer.com/steelseries-arctis-nova-pro-wireless-reviewRead 10 October 2026Over-ear wear described in the review.

Ear cup enclosureiClosed, open or semi-open acoustic enclosure. This does not describe how the headset folds.

Closed4Reviewlesnumeriques.com/casque-gaming-micro/razer-kraken-v4-pro-p75681/test.htmlRead 23 October 2026Construction specification and isolation section explicitly say closed.

Closed8Reviewpcgamer.com/steelseries-arctis-nova-pro-wireless-reviewRead 10 October 2026Spec box: Type Closed back.

Wearing style

Headband5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Printed page 3 device layout names adjustable padded headband.

Headband6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026Headset with an elastic headband and ear cushions worn over the ears.

FoldingiFlat means the ear cups rotate flat. Inward means the ear cups fold toward the headband.

Flat6Reviewstuff.tv/review/razer-kraken-v4-pro-reviewRead 23 October 2026Design section explicitly says cups fold flat. CHIP says it cannot fold inward, which does not contradict cup rotation.

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Swivelling ear cupsiEar cups can rotate relative to the headband. Tilting alone does not count.

Yes7Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v4-proRead 23 October 2026Durability and comfort section explicitly names Swivel Mechanism.

Yes3Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220524033653/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-wirelessRead 10 October 2026Height-adjustable rotating earcups, flexible suspension band and pivoting hangers.5Press releaseweb.archive.org/web/20220616111652/https://steelseries.com/press/113-steelseries-unveils-future-gaming-audio-arctis-nova-pro-seriesRead 10 October 2026ComfortMAX System: height-adjustable, rotating ear cups, a flexible tension band, pivoting hangers.

RGB lighting

Yes5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026

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Lighting zonesiNumber of independently controllable lighting areas across both ear cups.

186Reviewstuff.tv/review/razer-kraken-v4-pro-reviewRead 23 October 2026Features section explicitly says nine independently customisable lighting zones on each side, 18 across both cups.

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Drivers and sound

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Driver type

Dynamic5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026

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Driver sizeiDiameter of the largest sound driver. Do not use the microphone capsule diameter.

40mm5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026

40mm1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026Specification table: Neodymium Drivers 40 mm.

Drivers per sideiNumber of sound-producing transducers in one side, excluding microphones.

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Diaphragm material

Bio-cellulose8Press releaserazer.com/newsroom/product-news/introducing-razer-kraken-v4-proRead 23 October 2026Audio-driver section explicitly states bio-cellulose diaphragm.

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Magnet

Neodymium9Retailer pagedigitec.ch/en/s1/product/razer-kraken-v4-pro-cable-wireless-gaming-headset-48303935Read 23 October 2026Exact V4 PRO listing explicitly describes 40 mm neodymium-magnet drivers. Maker is silent on magnet material.

Neodymium1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026Specification table: Neodymium Drivers 40 mm.

Frequency response (wired or passive)iPublished acoustic range for wired listening, or the maker’s single range when no mode is distinguished. Power state and test standard belong in the source note.

Min20 HzMax28 kHz5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Printed page 6 single published headphone acoustic range. Not a wireless transmission passband.

Min10 HzMax40 kHz1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026Headphone Frequency Response (Wired) 10-40,000 Hz. The table also gives Wireless 10-22,000 Hz. The maker gives no codec or sample rate for that figure, so it is not stored as a transmission band.

Wireless audio transmission bandiFrequency range of audio transmitted over the wireless connection, not the acoustic response of the driver. Codec, sampling rate and bitrate conditions belong in the source note. When the maker gives a range per codec, the widest range is stored and its codec goes in the source note.

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Impedance (passive when specified)iUse the headset-off value for a passive analog connection when the maker publishes both powered and passive values. Note the power state and test frequency.

32Ω5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Printed page 6 nominal 32 ohms. Maker spec tab adds 1 kHz. No passive impedance is published because there is no passive analog headset path.

38Ω1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026Headphone Impedance 38 Ohm. Power state is not stated.

Sensitivity (passive when specified)iUse the headset-off figure when both powered and passive values exist. The power or voltage reference, test distance and frequency belong in the source note.

98dB5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Printed page 6: 98 dB SPL/mW at 1 kHz by HATS.

93dB1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026Headphone Sensitivity 93 dBSPL. No power or voltage reference is stated, so none is stored.

Sensitivity referenceiPublished power or voltage reference for sensitivity. Do not assume 1 mW when the source gives only a dB value.

Per 1 mW5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026

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THD (claimed)iPublished distortion figure or numerical upper bound. The source note states any less-than sign and test level.

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1%1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026Headphone Total Harmonic Distortion < 1%. Stored as the upper bound. Test level is not stated.

Max input power

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Max digital audio sample rateiHighest supported digital audio sample rate over a USB cable or wireless dongle. This is not the microphone rate or acoustic frequency response.

48kHz10Reviewmultiplayer.it/recensioni/razer-kraken-v4-pro-recensione-cuffie-gaming-feedback-aptico.htmlRead 23 October 2026Exact-model technical table and audio section publish 24-bit/48 kHz playback. The article does not establish a separate maximum for each connection.

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Max digital audio bit depthiHighest published digital playback bit depth over a USB cable or wireless dongle.

24bits10Reviewmultiplayer.it/recensioni/razer-kraken-v4-pro-recensione-cuffie-gaming-feedback-aptico.htmlRead 23 October 2026Digital playback resolution, not microphone capture precision.

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DAC

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Personalised soundiA manufacturer-supported hearing test or ear scan creates a device sound profile tailored to the listener. Generic equalizer adjustments do not count.

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Onboard EQiCustom playback EQ profiles stored in the headset and applied without the host app running. Note supported active connections. Receiver-only or software-only EQ does not count.

Yes11Reviewwindowscentral.com/accessories/headphones-headsets/razer-kraken-v4-pro-reviewRead 23 October 2026Exact review specifications explicitly identify four onboard EQs selectable with SmartSwitch. Custom EQ can also be edited through the standalone hub. This supports headset profiles rather than host-only EQ.

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Custom EQ bandsiNumber of bands in the custom playback equalizer. Microphone EQ bands are excluded.

105Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Printed page 21 playback EQ screenshot shows ten adjustable frequencies from 31 Hz to 16 kHz. Microphone EQ is excluded.

106Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026Audio options: presets or fully adjustable 10-band EQ on the base station.

EQ presets

Game, Movie, Music, Custom7Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v4-proRead 23 October 2026FAQ lists the four playback EQ profiles. Haptic profiles are separate.

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Volume limit

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Spatial audio

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Spatial audio supportiNamed headset or host spatial-audio systems that the maker or reviewer explicitly supports. A platform feature may require compatible hardware, software or a separate licence.

THX Spatial Audio7Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v4-proRead 23 October 2026THX Spatial Audio via Synapse requires Windows 10 64-bit or higher.

SteelSeries Sonar Virtual Surround Sound, Tempest 3D AudioTech, Microsoft Spatial Sound2Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20250331225909/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-wireless-pc-playstationRead 10 October 2026360 degree spatial audio with free Sonar Virtual Surround Sound for Windows. Fully compatible with Tempest 3D Audio for PS5 and Microsoft Spatial Sound.3Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220524033653/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-wirelessRead 10 October 2026Fully compatible with Tempest 3D audio for PS5 and Microsoft Spatial Sound.

Spatial audio licence includediA paid spatial-audio licence is bundled or embedded. Compatibility with a separately purchased app does not count.

Yes7Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v4-proRead 23 October 2026FAQ explicitly says THX Spatial Audio comes automatically with this headset.

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Head tracking

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Noise cancelling

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Active noise cancelling

No12Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v4-proRead 23 October 2026Exact technical specification lists Noise Cancelling: None. Mic noise processing is separate.

Yes1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026Active Noise Cancellation: 4-mic hybrid design with Transparency Mode.

ANC typeiFeedforward uses outside microphones. Feedback uses inside microphones. Hybrid uses both. Voice-call noise filtering is separate.

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Hybrid1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 20264-mic hybrid design.

ANC microphonesiTotal microphones used for active playback noise cancellation across both sides. Do not substitute the total physical or voice microphone count.

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41Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 20264-mic hybrid design. The 2022 press release adds mics inside the earcups that balance the audio.5Press releaseweb.archive.org/web/20220616111652/https://steelseries.com/press/113-steelseries-unveils-future-gaming-audio-arctis-nova-pro-seriesRead 10 October 2026Advanced 4-mic hybrid system removes outside sounds, while mics inside the earcups balance the audio. Stored as 4 per the product page.

Adaptive ANCiNoise cancellation automatically changes with the environment or fit. Manually choosing a level does not count.

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ANC levelsiNumber of adjustable cancellation strength steps. Off and transparency modes are excluded.

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ANC attenuation (claimed)

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Transparency mode

No4Reviewlesnumeriques.com/casque-gaming-micro/razer-kraken-v4-pro-p75681/test.htmlRead 23 October 2026Technical specification lists environmental listening: No.

Yes1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026

Adjustable transparency

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Yes3Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220524033653/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-wirelessRead 10 October 2026Transparency Mode with adjustable hear-through levels.5Press releaseweb.archive.org/web/20220616111652/https://steelseries.com/press/113-steelseries-unveils-future-gaming-audio-arctis-nova-pro-seriesRead 10 October 2026Transparency Mode with adjustable hear-through levels.

Conversation detectioniAudio pauses or lowers automatically when the wearer speaks. Voice assistant activation does not count.

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Wind noise reduction

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Measured

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Frequency response notesiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

Music EQ has elevated bass and alternating treble peaks and dips, including reduced energy near 9 kHz.13Measurementquasarzone.com/bbs/qc_qsz/views/1828456Read 23 October 2026One demo sample, default Music EQ, GRAS 45CA-10 and Audio Precision APx517B. Compared with Harman over-ear 2018 target. No numeric deviation is inferred.

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Bass amountiReviewer’s bass deviation from its stated target. Positive is more bass. Target and test method belong in the source note.

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Treble amountiReviewer’s treble deviation from its stated target. Positive is more treble. Target and test method belong in the source note.

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Deviation from targetiReviewer’s full-range error from its target curve. Do not substitute a regional bass or treble error.

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Consistency between fittingsiReviewer’s standard deviation across repeated fittings. Test rig and fitting procedure belong in the source note.

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Harmonic distortioniIndependently measured harmonic distortion, with test level and method in the source note.

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Sound leakageiIndependently measured leakage at 30 cm. Playback level and method belong in the source note.

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Measured noise isolationiIndependently measured attenuation. Positive values mean more noise reduction. ANC state, rig and frequency bands belong in the source note.

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Noise isolation (measured, best)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Passive isolation (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic quality notesiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

Recorded speech is detailed and clear but emphasizes sibilants.14Measurementlesnumeriques.com/casque-gaming-micro/razer-kraken-v4-pro-p75681/test.htmlRead 23 October 2026Microphone recording assessment with the same published firmware and software versions. No numeric speech-to-noise ratio is inferred.

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Mic low-frequency extensioniMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic high-frequency extensioniMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic speech-to-noise ratioiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Measured latencyiEnd-to-end latency measured by a reviewer for a specific connection, platform and codec. Firmware, method and operating mode belong in the source note.

ARazer Kraken V4 Pro

Connection	Latency (ms)
Bluetooth	170

Source14Measurementlesnumeriques.com/casque-gaming-micro/razer-kraken-v4-pro-p75681/test.htmlRead 23 October 2026Connectivity section measures 170 ms in classic Bluetooth. Host, codec and compensation setting are not stated. Headset and hub firmware 1.0.17.0, Synapse 4.0.86.2502061045.

BSteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless

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Bluetooth latency (measured, worst)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

170ms=CalculatedFrom Measured latency

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2.4 GHz latency (measured, worst)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Measured battery lifeiReviewer’s continuous playback test. State the connection, ANC and lighting where known. Unknown settings stay omitted and are described in the source note.

ARazer Kraken V4 Pro

Hours (h)
24.32

Source15Measurementchip.de/test/Razer-Kraken-V4-Pro-im-Test_186691458.htmlRead 23 October 2026CHIP Testcenter music-playback runtime is 24 h 19 min. Playback connection, codec, lighting, haptics and level are not stated. Call runtime 13 h 24 min is excluded. Different undocumented settings prevent direct comparison with the maker 50-hour maximum.

BSteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless

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Battery life (measured, max)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

24.32h=CalculatedFrom Measured battery life

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Clamping forceiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Weight (measured)iIndependently weighed headset. A review that repeats the maker’s number does not qualify. Cable and microphone inclusion belong in the source note.

393.1g(13.9 oz)13Measurementquasarzone.com/bbs/qc_qsz/views/1828456Read 23 October 2026Review explicitly labels 393.1 g as measured. Headset only, with retractable mic. Scale model is not named.

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Microphone

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MicrophoneiMain microphone used for speech. Secondary internal microphones may be described in the source note.

Retractable boom5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026

Retractable boom1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026Microphone Type: ClearCast Gen 2 - Fully Retractable Boom.

Microphone element

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Microphone pickup patterniUse the maker’s exact named pattern. Unidirectional does not establish whether the capsule is cardioid, supercardioid or hypercardioid.

Unidirectional5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026

Bidirectional1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026Microphone Polar Pattern: Bidirectional Noise-Canceling.5Press releaseweb.archive.org/web/20220616111652/https://steelseries.com/press/113-steelseries-unveils-future-gaming-audio-arctis-nova-pro-seriesRead 10 October 2026ClearCast Gen2 uses a bidirectional microphone design.

Voice microphonesiTotal microphones used for voice pickup or beamforming across both sides. ANC-only microphones are excluded.

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Total microphonesiEvery physical microphone across the headset, including call, ANC and calibration microphones. Shared microphones count once. Excludes microphones in charging cases or receivers, and vibration sensors. Use an explicitly published physical total, never a sum of overlapping role counts.

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Mic frequency responseiAcoustic microphone response, not its digital sampling rate. Connection-specific ranges belong in the source note.

Min100 HzMax10 kHz5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Printed page 6 microphone acoustic bandwidth, separate from digital sampling.

Min100Max6,500Hz1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026

Mic sensitivityiPublished microphone sensitivity. Reference such as dBV/Pa or dBFS, frequency and distance belong in the source note.

-42dB5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Printed page 6: -42 plus or minus 3 dBV/Pa at 1 kHz.

-38dB1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026Microphone Sensitivity -38 dBV/Pa.

Mic signal-to-noiseiPublished microphone signal-to-noise ratio. Minimum or typical conditions belong in the source note.

60dB5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Printed page 6 states at least 60 dB. Stored lower bound.

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Mic sample rateiExplicitly published digital microphone capture or speech sampling rate. State the audio route in the source note, or say it is unpublished. Internal capture does not prove the effective rate on every connection. Acoustic bandwidth, playback rate and generic microphone-chip capability do not qualify.

32kHz11Reviewwindowscentral.com/accessories/headphones-headsets/razer-kraken-v4-pro-reviewRead 23 October 2026Exact review specification explicitly publishes 32 kHz mic capture. Audio route is not qualified, so this does not prove the effective rate on every Bluetooth or USB path.

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Mic noise reductioniProcessing that removes noise from transmitted speech. Playback ANC and a directional microphone alone do not count.

DSP5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Printed page 23 Synapse microphone enhancement lists Mic Noise Cancellation to suppress environmental noise. No AI implementation is established.

AI2Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20250331225909/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-wireless-pc-playstationRead 10 October 2026AI Noise Cancelling. The 2022 page says the mic works with Sonar software AI algorithms for Windows 10 and 11.5Press releaseweb.archive.org/web/20220616111652/https://steelseries.com/press/113-steelseries-unveils-future-gaming-audio-arctis-nova-pro-seriesRead 10 October 2026AI-powered noise cancelling microphone. Sonar silences background noise.

Flip to mute

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Mute button

Yes5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026

Yes6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026Headset overview item 6: Microphone Mute Button.

Mute indicatoriPublished indication of microphone mute. mechanical_marker is a visible physical marker showing the microphone's mute-switch position. LED options require an electronic light. The in-line controller option is for a mute light on a cable remote.

LED on mic5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Printed page 12 shows a static red boom-microphone light when muted.

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Sidetone

Yes16Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KrakenV4ProOLEDControlHub-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026

Yes6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026Audio options: SIDETONE selects the amount of your own voice in the headphones.

Adjustable sidetone

Yes16Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KrakenV4ProOLEDControlHub-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Reference guide pages 2 and 5 provide adjustable microphone sidetone level.

Yes6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026

Foam microphone windscreeniA foam cover for the voice microphone. An internal metal mesh pop filter does not count.

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Connectivity

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Audio connectionsiConnections that carry playback audio. Charging or firmware USB alone does not count as USB audio.

Analog, USB, 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Printed pages 6 to 10. Analog 3.5 mm enters the powered hub and then reaches the headset wirelessly. USB audio connects directly to the headset.

Analog, 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026Headset has 2.4 G wireless to the base station, Bluetooth and a 3.5 mm audio jack.

Analog source plugsiAnalog plug(s) supplied for the source device, including adapters. The headset-side jack is listed separately.

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3.5 mm TRRS6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026Accessories list a 4-pole 3.5 mm audio cable. The headset has a 3.5 mm audio jack.

Cable connector on headsetiConnection used by the playback cable at the headset. A fixed cable is not replaceable through a headset jack.

USB-C5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Printed page 3 identifies headset USB-C port. There is no headset-side 3.5 mm socket.

3.5 mm6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026Headset overview item 4: 3.5 mm audio jack.

Longest included cableiLength of the longest supplied cable, including charging and dongle cables. Individual cable lengths are listed in Cables included.

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1.5m2Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20250331225909/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-wireless-pc-playstationRead 10 October 2026Box content: 2x USB-C to USB-A Cable (5 ft / 1.5m) is the longest cable. The audio cable is 4 ft / 1.2m.

Headset USB plug or portiUSB plug or port on the headset or its included wired audio adapter. A charging-only USB port can appear here.

USB-C5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026

USB-C6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026Headset overview item 8: Mobile Charging Jack below the left speaker plate. The USB-C to USB-A cable charges the headset. Charging only.

Audio over USB-C cableiPlayback through a USB-C cable or included wired USB-C audio adapter. A charging-only USB-C port does not count.

Yes17Maker product pagemysupport.razer.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/14252Read 23 October 2026Exact support FAQ identifies USB wired playback with supplied USB cables. Headset physical port is USB-C.

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Passive wired listeningiAnalog playback works with the headset powered off or its battery empty. An active analog converter that needs headset power does not count.

No17Maker product pagemysupport.razer.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/14252Read 23 October 20263.5 mm connects only to OLED hub. Manual printed page 9 says the hub still needs PC or console power in AUX mode and transmits wirelessly to powered headset.

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Wireless receiveriDedicated wireless audio receiver or dongle. A wired USB sound card does not count.

Included5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026

Included6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026The Wireless Base Station plugs into the PC or console and links to the headset. It is in the box.

Wireless receiver connectoriPhysical USB connector on the receiver. Supplied extension cables and adapters are explained in the source note. Both means two native connector types.

USB-C5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Hub has two native USB-C ports. Included Type-A cable does not make its native connector USB-A.

USB-C6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026The base station has USB 1 and USB 2 jacks. Cables are USB-C to USB-A, so the base station side is USB-C.

Wireless range (claimed)iMaker’s advertised wireless range. Connection and indoor or outdoor conditions belong in the source note. Measured distance is not stored here.

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12m1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026Wireless Range 40 ft / 12m (2.4 GHz). Stored as 12 m.

Bluetooth

5.35Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026

5.01Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026Bluetooth Wireless v 5.0

Bluetooth codecsiNamed Bluetooth audio codecs supported by this exact model. Host, firmware and operating-mode restrictions belong in the source note.

AAC, SBC5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026

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LE AudioiLE Audio playback support. Bluetooth Low Energy for app control alone does not count.

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AuracastiAuracast broadcast audio support. Required phone, firmware and app conditions belong in the source note.

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Bluetooth multipointiCan remain connected to multiple Bluetooth source devices at once. Mixing Bluetooth with a proprietary dongle is a separate field. A maker's dual connection to two Bluetooth devices at once counts.

No18Reviewchip.de/test/Razer-Kraken-V4-Pro-im-Test_186691458.htmlRead 23 October 2026Equipment section explicitly states Bluetooth multipoint is absent. Simultaneous dongle and Bluetooth is supported separately.

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Multipoint devicesiNumber of Bluetooth source devices connected at once, not the number remembered for later pairing.

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Paired devices remembered

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Mixes 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth audioiPlays both wireless audio streams at the same time. Automatic switching or Bluetooth standby does not count.

Yes5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Printed page 14 names simultaneous audio mode. This is separate from two-Bluetooth-device multipoint.

Yes1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026Dual Connection: Simultaneous 2.4 Ghz & BT.

Fast pairing

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Base station

OLED Control Hub with two USB-C host inputs, 3.5 mm AUX input and 2-inch OLED display5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026

Wireless Base Station6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026Wireless Base Station with OLED screen.

Latency

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Low latency modeiA selectable mode intended to reduce audio delay. A low-latency connection without a distinct mode does not count.

Yes16Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KrakenV4ProOLEDControlHub-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Reference guide page 5: selectable HyperSpeed Ultra Low Latency versus Range. Bluetooth Gaming Mode can also reduce latency.

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Claimed latencyiMaker’s claimed delay for the stated connection and mode. Minimum claims and host restrictions belong in the source note.

ARazer Kraken V4 Pro

Connection	Mode	Latency (ms)
2.4 GHz	Razer HyperSpeed Wireless	15

Source17Maker product pagemysupport.razer.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/14252Read 23 October 2026Public exact-model FAQ recommends 2.4 GHz HyperSpeed for PC gaming and explicitly claims 15 ms. No measured result is implied.

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Compatibility

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Compatible platformsiPlatforms with a documented audio path. This does not imply every connection or microphone function works. Platform editions must be checked individually.

Windows, macOS, PS5, PS4, Nintendo Switch, SteamOS, Android, iOS4Reviewlesnumeriques.com/casque-gaming-micro/razer-kraken-v4-pro-p75681/test.htmlRead 23 October 2026Exact technical table explicitly lists PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 alongside Windows, Mac, mobile and Switch. No Xbox support.12Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v4-proRead 23 October 2026Maker lists PC, Mac, PlayStation, Switch, Steam Deck, Android and iOS. Les Numeriques exact-model table identifies PS4 and PS5. SteamOS refers to Steam Deck. Xbox is excluded.

Windows, macOS, PS5, PS4, Nintendo Switch, SteamOS, Android, iOS, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026Compatibility lists PC, PS5 Pro, PS5, PS4, PS4 Pro, handheld and Switch (USB or via Bluetooth), Steam Deck and ROG Ally, mobile (Bluetooth) and Mac. The Xbox edition adds Xbox through the dedicated Xbox port. SteamOS is stored for the Steam Deck.7Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_x_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026Xbox edition guide: Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One, PC, PlayStation 5 and 4, Switch (TV mode), mobile with USB-C.

Connection per platformiOnly explicitly documented playback paths for the exact model. Microphone support is separate. Leave unknown microphone support omitted. An Xbox and a PlayStation edition of one headset can connect differently, so it is per variant.

ARazer Kraken V4 Pro

Platform	Connection
Windows	2.4 GHz
macOS	2.4 GHz
PS5	2.4 GHz
PS4	2.4 GHz
Nintendo Switch	2.4 GHz
SteamOS	2.4 GHz
Windows	USB
macOS	USB
Android	Bluetooth
iOS	Bluetooth

Source12Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v4-proRead 23 October 2026PC/Mac and console hub paths use USB to hub and 2.4 GHz to headset. Direct USB headset audio is documented for PC/Mac. Mobile Bluetooth path is documented. No unspecified microphone cells are filled.

BSteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless

Platform	Connection
Windows	2.4 GHz
macOS	2.4 GHz
PS5	2.4 GHz
PS4	2.4 GHz
Nintendo Switch	2.4 GHz
Android	Bluetooth
iOS	Bluetooth

Source1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026PC, PlayStation and Mac use the USB base station connection. Mobile uses Bluetooth. Switch lists USB or Bluetooth and the manual says TV mode, so USB is stored.6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026Connect the base station USB 1 jack to PC, PlayStation 4 or 5, Switch (TV mode) or Mac. Mobile uses USB-C or Bluetooth.

Official licence

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Battery and charging

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Battery capacityiRated capacity of one headset battery. Do not use case, receiver or total multi-battery capacity.

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Swappable batteryiBattery can be exchanged by the user as part of normal operation. Service or recycling disassembly does not count.

No4Reviewlesnumeriques.com/casque-gaming-micro/razer-kraken-v4-pro-p75681/test.htmlRead 23 October 2026Exact technical table explicitly says removable battery: No.

Yes6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026Remove the right-side speaker plate then push the swappable battery out.

Batteries includediNumber of headset batteries supplied, including the one already installed.

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21Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026Number of Batteries: 26Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026

Claimed battery lifeiMaker’s maximum playback time per stated connection, codec, ANC, spatial audio and lighting settings. Name the spatial processing mode and other conditions in the source note. Unknown settings stay omitted.

ARazer Kraken V4 Pro

Connection	Lighting	Hours (h)
2.4 GHz	No	50
2.4 GHz	No	45
2.4 GHz	Yes	13

Source5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Printed page 6: first row has haptics and lighting off on 2.4 GHz. Second row also has simultaneous Bluetooth audio active, with haptics and lighting off. Third row has haptics and lighting on, 2.4 GHz only. Volume, codec and spatial processing are not specified.

BSteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless

Connection	Hours (h)
2.4 GHz	22

Source2Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20250331225909/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-wireless-pc-playstationRead 10 October 2026Maker page: 22 hours per battery. On-the-go line: 44 hours on 2.4GHz Quantum 2.0 wireless with both batteries, and 36 hours on 2.4GHz plus Bluetooth (18-22 hours per battery). Only the single-battery 2.4GHz figure is stored because the 44 hour figure needs both batteries and the mixed row does not fit one connection. ANC state is not stated.

Battery life (claimed, max)

50h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

22h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Battery life with ANC (claimed)

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Battery life without ANC (claimed)

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Charging port

USB-C5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Printed page 7 illustrates USB-C charging through the headset port.

USB-C6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026Mobile Charging Jack under the left removable speaker plate, used with the USB-C to USB-A cable.

Full charge timeiPublished time to fully charge a depleted headset. In-use charging can take longer.

240min7Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v4-proRead 23 October 2026FAQ says a full charge takes around four hours. This is a maker claim. CHIP measured 4 h 30 min, which is not substituted.

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Quick charge timeiCharge duration in the maker’s quick-charge claim. Read together with Quick charge playback.

15min7Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v4-proRead 23 October 2026

15min1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026Fast Charge: 15 mins for 3 hours play.2Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20250331225909/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-wireless-pc-playstationRead 10 October 2026USB-C Fast Charge gets you 3 hours use after just 15 minutes.

Quick charge playbackiPlayback gained from Quick charge time. Charger power, codec, volume and ANC conditions belong in the source note.

5h7Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v4-proRead 23 October 2026FAQ says approximately five hours playback after fifteen minutes charging. Charger and playback settings are not stated.

3h1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026Fast Charge: 15 mins for 3 hours play. Connection and charger power are not stated.

Use while charging

Yes6Reviewstuff.tv/review/razer-kraken-v4-pro-reviewRead 23 October 2026Features section says USB-C tethered gaming can continue when batteries run out.

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Charging dock or stand

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Included2Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20250331225909/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-wireless-pc-playstationRead 10 October 2026The Wireless Base Station has a slot that charges the spare battery.6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026Base station battery charging slot charges the second battery.

Controls

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Controls

Buttons, Volume wheel, Dial5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Printed pages 3 to 4 show on-cup buttons and volume wheel plus hub control knob.

Buttons, Volume wheel6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026Volume/Control Wheel, power button, microphone mute button, Bluetooth button.

Volume control

Wheel5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Printed page 12 shows on-headset volume wheel operation.

Wheel6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026

Game and chat mixiBalances separate game and chat audio streams. Mixing Bluetooth and dongle source volume alone does not count. Supported platforms belong in the source note.

Hardware dial16Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KrakenV4ProOLEDControlHub-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Reference guide pages 3 and 5 let hub knob adjust separate game and chat channels. PC game/chat audio routing is required.

Hardware dial2Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20250331225909/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-wireless-pc-playstationRead 10 October 2026ChatMix through the Wireless Base Station. The headset control wheel adjusts it. The PC requirement is Sonar on Windows 10 and above.6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026Home screen: press the headset or base station wheel to toggle between Volume and ChatMix (PC only, requires software install).

Remappable controlsiOn-device button, touch or dial functions can be reassigned. Changing EQ alone does not count.

Yes19Reviewquasarzone.com/bbs/qc_qsz/views/1828456Read 23 October 2026Review says Synapse can remap the headset multifunction button to toggle microphone sidetone.

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Wear detection

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Voice assistant

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Comfort and build

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Headband type

Padded5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026

Suspension strap3Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20220524033653/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-wirelessRead 10 October 2026Flexible suspension band.6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026Headset overview item 3: Elastic Headband.

Headband material

Fabric over memory foam6Reviewstuff.tv/review/razer-kraken-v4-pro-reviewRead 23 October 2026

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Frame material

Metal and plastic6Reviewstuff.tv/review/razer-kraken-v4-pro-reviewRead 23 October 2026Design section identifies metal headband and plastic driver housings. Relative material proportions differ between reviewers, so no mostly-metal claim is stored.

PVD-coated steel band5Press releaseweb.archive.org/web/20220616111652/https://steelseries.com/press/113-steelseries-unveils-future-gaming-audio-arctis-nova-pro-seriesRead 10 October 2026ComfortMAX System: premium PVD-coated steel band.

Ear cup material

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Ear pad material

Protein Leatherette with Memory Foam Cushions5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026

Premium leatherette6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026Premium Leatherette Ear Cushions.

Replaceable ear pads

Yes17Maker product pagemysupport.razer.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/14252Read 23 October 2026Exact product FAQ links official ear-cushion removal and reattachment instructions.

Yes2Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20250331225909/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-wireless-pc-playstationRead 10 October 2026Maker store sells Arctis Nova Pro Wireless Ear Cushions Leatherette.6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026Premium Leatherette Ear Cushions are marked as a part with replacements available.

Ear pad attachmentiHow a replacement ear pad attaches to the ear cup, not how the decorative outer cover attaches. A press-fit or snap-on pad counts as clip.

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Ear pad openingiUsable opening inside an ear pad, excluding the outer cushion. Depth is the internal space between pad surface and driver cover.

Width45Height62mm(1.8 × 2.4 in)5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Printed page 6 gives inner earcup opening 62 by 45 mm. Maker tech tab explicitly labels length 62 and width 45. Depth is unpublished.

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Ear tips included

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Dust and water rating

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User-replaceable parts

Ear cushions17Maker product pagemysupport.razer.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/14252Read 23 October 2026User-removable ear cushions only. Battery and headband disassembly are not implied.

Ear cushions, Removable speaker plates, Lithium-ion batteries6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026Ear cushions and removable speaker plates are marked replaceable. The battery is swappable by the user.

Software

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Companion app

Razer Synapse 45Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026

SteelSeries GG (Engine and Sonar)6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026Engine inside SteelSeries GG sets equalizer and mic. GG also includes Sonar.

App platforms

Windows5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Printed pages 5 and 16 require Windows 10 64-bit or newer for Synapse. macOS playback compatibility is not app support.

Windows, macOS1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026Software requirements: GG + Engine on Windows 8.1 and above and Mac OS 10.13 and above.

User firmware updates

Yes20Maker product pagemysupport.razer.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/14927Read 23 October 2026Official RZ04-0516 updater v1.6.3_r1 is dated 2 March 2026. No updater was downloaded or run.

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Dimensions and weight

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Headset weightiPublished headset mass without detachable cable or microphone when stated. A fixed cable remains included. Any unqualified maker weight is identified in the source note.

397g(14 oz)7Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v4-proRead 23 October 2026Maker comparison table gives 397 g excluding OLED hub. Detachable cable inclusion is otherwise unqualified.

338g(11.9 oz)8Reviewpcgamer.com/steelseries-arctis-nova-pro-wireless-reviewRead 10 October 2026Spec box: Weight 12oz (338g). The maker publishes no weight. Pocket-lint lists 337 g. Retailer pages list 426 g and 516 g, which look like shipping weights, and are not used. Cable and battery inclusion are not stated.9Reviewpocket-lint.com/headphones/reviews/162790-steelseries-arctis-nova-pro-wireless-headset-reviewRead 10 October 2026Review lists Weighs 337g, within 1 g of the PC Gamer figure.

Headset dimensionsiBody size with headband upright and ear cups in their normal wearing position. Width is across the head, height is top to bottom, and depth is front to back. Folded or flat-swivel dimensions are not substituted.

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Certifications

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Hi-Res Audio

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Hi-Res Audio1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026High-Res Audio Capable: Yes (Headphone Speakers). Stored as Hi-Res Audio only, not Hi-Res Audio Wireless.

Communication certifications

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FCC ID

RWO-RZ04051621Regulatory filingfccid.io/RWO-RZ040516Read 23 October 2026Public FCC record identifies Razer RZ04-0516 headset. Hub RC30-0516 has a separate FCC ID and is excluded.

ZHK-HS256Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026Regulatory: FCC ID ZHK-HS25 (Wireless Headset), ZHK-HS25TX (Transceiver). The transceiver is excluded.7Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_x_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026Xbox edition guide lists the same headset FCC ID ZHK-HS25.

Other certifications

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TCO Certified1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026Sustainability: TCO Certified Yes.

In the box

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In the box

Razer Kraken V4 Pro headset, OLED Control Hub, USB Type-A to Type-C cable, USB Type-C to Type-C cable, 3.5 mm AUX cable, Important Product Information Guide5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Printed pages 3 to 4 list the headset, hub, three cables and guide. Reviewer separately confirms fabric carrying bag.

Arctis Nova Pro Wireless Headset, Wireless Base Station, Second Battery, USB-C to USB-A Cable (×2), 3.5 mm Audio Cable, Microphone Pop Filter, Product Information Guide2Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20250331225909/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-wireless-pc-playstationRead 10 October 2026Box content matches the manual list.6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026Page 3 package contents: headset, base station, second battery, USB-C to USB-A cable x2, 3.5 mm audio cable, microphone pop filter, product information guide.

Cables includediSupplied playback, charging, dongle and adapter cables. A permanently attached headset cable is included and named as fixed.

ARazer Kraken V4 Pro

Type	Count
USB Type-A to Type-C cable	1
USB Type-C to Type-C cable	1
3.5 mm AUX cable	1

Source5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Included cable types are explicit. Maker Cable Length: None row does not establish zero cable length. Retailer lengths disagree, so lengths stay unknown.

BSteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless

Type	Length (m)	Count
USB-C to USB-A	1.5	2
3.5 mm audio cable, 5 pole to 4 pole	1.2	1

Source2Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20250331225909/https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro-wireless-pc-playstationRead 10 October 2026Box content: 2x USB-C to USB-A Cable (5 ft / 1.5m), 3.5mm to 3.5mm Audio Cable - 5 pole to 4 pole (4 ft / 1.2m).

Carrying caseiSupplied carrying case or pouch. A retail carton does not count as a carrying case.

Soft11Reviewwindowscentral.com/accessories/headphones-headsets/razer-kraken-v4-pro-reviewRead 23 October 2026Box contents explicitly includes a simple fabric travel bag.

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Links

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Product page

www.razer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v4-pro7Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v4-proRead 23 October 2026

steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026

Spec sheet

www.razer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v4-pro7Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v4-proRead 23 October 2026

steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-pro1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026

Manual

dl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdf5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026

downloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdf6Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_nova_pro_wl_pig_web.pdfRead 10 October 2026

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

2years17Maker product pagemysupport.razer.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/14252Read 23 October 2026US support Warranty tab explicitly lists two years for Razer headsets. Base new-product warranty, excluding optional extensions and statutory rights.

1year1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-headsets/arctis-nova-proRead 10 October 2026US store product data: SteelSeries Limited Warranty, duration 12 months. This is the US market. Other markets can differ.

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