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Razer Kraken V3 X

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Kraken V3 X

Released March 2021.3Press articledigitaltrends.comRead 23 October 2026Article: the Kraken V3 X is available for purchase immediately. Windows Central, also dated 25 March 2021, says available starting today through Razer's website. RTINGS published its review on 13 April 2021. Last checked 23 October 2026.

Form factor
Over-ear
Audio connections
USB
Active noise cancelling
No
Battery life (claimed, max)
Not available

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General

Series
Kraken1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v3-xRead 23 October 2026Maker page sits in the Kraken line and the page title reads Ultralight PC Gaming Headset.
Model numbers
RZ04-03750100-R3U1, RZ04-03750300-R3U1, RZ04-03750300-R3M111Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0BSJYM8FFRead 23 October 2026Amazon US lists RZ04-03750300-R3U1 and RZ04-03750100-R3U1 as two US part numbers of the Kraken V3 X. The maker documents give the same specifications for the product. A Japanese retailer is said to call the 0300 model an upgraded model from May 2023. That page could not be opened.
GTIN / EAN
810056141530, 840272903742, 888641937936211Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0BSJYM8FFRead 23 October 2026Amazon US listing of RZ04-03750300-R3U1: UPC 840272903742. The older listing B08WYN93RJ for RZ04-03750100-R3U1 gives UPC 810056141530.
Announced
25 March 20213Press articledigitaltrends.comRead 23 October 2026Digital Trends, published March 25, 2021: Razer launches the Kraken V3 X.
Status
Available1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v3-xRead 23 October 2026The maker page presents the product with no discontinued notice and Amazon US lists it for sale.
Predecessor
Not available
Successor
Not available
Launch price (US)
$69.993Press articledigitaltrends.comRead 23 October 2026Article: price of $70. Tom's Hardware gives $69.99. Excludes tax.4Press articlewindowscentral.com/razer-announces-kraken-v3-x-gaming-headsetRead 23 October 2026Article: $70 through Razer's website, which rounds the $69.99 price.6Reviewtomshardware.com/reviews/razer-kraken-v3-xRead 23 October 2026Review of 31 May 2021: a $69 set of USB cans and for $69.99 you get an excellent pair.
Launch price (EU)
€79.995Press articlegeektopia.es/es/technology/2021/03/26/noticias/razer-anuncia-los-auriculares-kraken-v3-x.htmlRead 23 October 2026Spanish launch article of 26 March 2021: price 79.99 euros. The country is Spain and the price includes VAT. A maker German launch price was not found. Saturn.de shows a current UVP of 84,99 EUR, which is not a launch price.
Markets
US, EU12Retailer pageox.ee/en/product/2224162Read 23 October 2026OX.ee (Estonia) lists product code RZ04-03750300-R3M1 with EAN 8886419379362. Coolblue Belgium lists the same manufacturer code and Saturn Germany sells the headset, so the R3M1 model is stored for the EU.
Colours
Black11Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0BSJYM8FFRead 23 October 2026Amazon US listings give the color Black. RTINGS lists Black and a Fortnite Edition, which is a separate edition and is not stored.
Segment
Gaming1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v3-xRead 23 October 2026Maker page: PC gaming headset, upgraded with TriForce drivers.

Design

Form factor
Over-ear7Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/razer/kraken-v3-xRead 23 October 2026Public header: Type Over-ear.
Ear cup enclosure
Closed5Press articlegeektopia.es/es/technology/2021/03/26/noticias/razer-anuncia-los-auriculares-kraken-v3-x.htmlRead 23 October 2026Article spec box: closed circumaural, wired.7Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/razer/kraken-v3-xRead 23 October 2026Public header: Enclosure Closed-Back.
Wearing style
Headband1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v3-xRead 23 October 2026Page: soft headband padding and a measured fit for wearing the headset over the head. The guide shows an adjustable padded headband.
Folding
Not available
Swivelling ear cups
Not available
RGB lighting
Yes1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v3-xRead 23 October 2026Page: powered by Razer Chroma RGB with 16.8 million colors. FAQ: customize the lighting on the headset's earcups through Razer Synapse.6Reviewtomshardware.com/reviews/razer-kraken-v3-xRead 23 October 2026Specs: Lighting RGB on Earcups. The three-headed snake logo on each ear cup lights in RGB.
Lighting zones
Not available

Drivers and sound

Driver type
Dynamic2Owner's manualik.imagekit.io/pimberly/65707b38e31f5a94719d7ba0/2f45bea8/6807833008aec22079c21252/mmo_120826304_1737030724_0333_99303.pdfRead 23 October 2026Technical specifications: Drivers Customized Dynamic 40mm Driver.7Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/razer/kraken-v3-xRead 23 October 2026Public header, Methodology v1.5: Transducer Dynamic. Numeric results are behind the RTINGS paywall and were not used.
Driver size
40mm1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v3-xRead 23 October 2026Page: Razer TriForce 40mm drivers, a patented 3-part driver design.
Drivers per side
Not available
Diaphragm material
Not available
Magnet
Neodymium6Reviewtomshardware.com/reviews/razer-kraken-v3-xRead 23 October 2026Specs: Driver Type 40mm neodymium magnet.
Frequency response (wired or passive)
Min12 HzMax28 kHz2Owner's manualik.imagekit.io/pimberly/65707b38e31f5a94719d7ba0/2f45bea8/6807833008aec22079c21252/mmo_120826304_1737030724_0333_99303.pdfRead 23 October 2026Technical specifications, headphones: Frequency response 12 Hz - 28 kHz. USB only product, so one range. Power state and test standard are not stated.
Wireless audio transmission band
Not available
Impedance (passive when specified)
32Ω2Owner's manualik.imagekit.io/pimberly/65707b38e31f5a94719d7ba0/2f45bea8/6807833008aec22079c21252/mmo_120826304_1737030724_0333_99303.pdfRead 23 October 2026Technical specifications: Impedance 32 ohm @ 1 kHz.
Sensitivity (passive when specified)
103dB2Owner's manualik.imagekit.io/pimberly/65707b38e31f5a94719d7ba0/2f45bea8/6807833008aec22079c21252/mmo_120826304_1737030724_0333_99303.pdfRead 23 October 2026Technical specifications: Sensitivity (@1 kHz) 103dBSPL/mW,1KHz.
Sensitivity reference
Per 1 mW2Owner's manualik.imagekit.io/pimberly/65707b38e31f5a94719d7ba0/2f45bea8/6807833008aec22079c21252/mmo_120826304_1737030724_0333_99303.pdfRead 23 October 2026The guide prints the unit as dBSPL/mW.
THD (claimed)
Not available
Max input power
Not available
Max digital audio sample rate
Not available
Max digital audio bit depth
Not available
DAC
Not available
Personalised sound
Not available
Onboard EQ
No7Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/razer/kraken-v3-xRead 23 October 2026Public summary: Razer Synapse does not offer any EQ settings, so there is no EQ or presets.
Custom EQ bands
Not available
EQ presets
Not available
Volume limit
Not available

Spatial audio

Spatial audio support
Razer 7.1 Surround Sound, THX Spatial Audio1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v3-xRead 23 October 2026FAQ: supports 7.1 Surround Sound on Windows 10 64-bit. It can be upgraded to THX Spatial Audio, with 50% off for owners of the headset.
Spatial audio licence included
Yes2Owner's manualik.imagekit.io/pimberly/65707b38e31f5a94719d7ba0/2f45bea8/6807833008aec22079c21252/mmo_120826304_1737030724_0333_99303.pdfRead 23 October 2026Activate the 7.1 Surround Sound: register the product to get an activation code sent to your email. The surround sound is only available on Windows 10 64-bit.
Head tracking
Not available

Noise cancelling

Active noise cancelling
No7Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/razer/kraken-v3-xRead 23 October 2026Public header: Noise Cancelling No.
ANC type
Not available
ANC microphones
Not available
Adaptive ANC
Not available
ANC levels
Not available
ANC attenuation (claimed)
Not available
Transparency mode
Not available
Adjustable transparency
Not available
Conversation detection
Not available
Wind noise reduction
Not available

Measured

Frequency response notes
RTINGS public review text: a very warm and dark sound profile and very prone to inconsistent audio delivery. No numeric values are published outside the paywall7Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/razer/kraken-v3-xRead 23 October 2026Public intro and summary, Methodology v1.5, reviewed 13 April 2021: very warm and dark sound profile and very prone to inconsistent audio delivery. Detailed curves and numbers are locked.
Bass amount
Not available
Treble amount
Not available
Deviation from target
Not available
Consistency between fittings
Not available
Harmonic distortion
Not available
Sound leakage
Not available
Measured noise isolation
Not available
Noise isolation (measured, best)
Not available
Passive isolation (measured)
Not available
Mic quality notes
RTINGS public review text: the flexible boom microphone does an excellent job of recording your voice and separates speech from moderate ambient noise decently well. No numeric values are published outside the paywall7Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/razer/kraken-v3-xRead 23 October 2026Public intro and verdict: the flexible boom mic does an excellent job of recording your voice and can separate speech from moderate ambient noise decently well.
Mic low-frequency extension
Not available
Mic high-frequency extension
Not available
Mic speech-to-noise ratio
Not available
Measured latency
Not available
Bluetooth latency (measured, worst)
Not available
2.4 GHz latency (measured, worst)
Not available
Measured battery life
Not available
Battery life (measured, max)
Not available
Clamping force
Not available
Weight (measured)
Not available

Microphone

Microphone
Fixed boom6Reviewtomshardware.com/reviews/razer-kraken-v3-xRead 23 October 2026Review: the flexible HyperClear cardioid microphone on the left earcup is quite bendy. It is not described as detachable or retractable.8Reviewhitechcentury.com/razer-kraken-v3-x-review-malaysiaRead 23 October 2026Review: the boom mic is flexible and not removable along with the cable.9Retailer pagemultitronic.fi/en/products/3031058/razer-kraken-v3-x-gaming-headset--blackRead 23 October 2026Retailer spec data: microphone type Boom, detachable microphone No.
Microphone element
Not available
Microphone pickup pattern
Cardioid1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v3-xRead 23 October 2026Page and FAQ: a bendable Razer HyperClear Cardioid Mic. The master guide calls the pick-up pattern unidirectional.
Voice microphones
12Owner's manualik.imagekit.io/pimberly/65707b38e31f5a94719d7ba0/2f45bea8/6807833008aec22079c21252/mmo_120826304_1737030724_0333_99303.pdfRead 23 October 2026What's inside names one microphone, item D, the Razer HyperClear cardioid mic. No other microphone is named.
Total microphones
Not available
Mic frequency response
Min100 HzMax10 kHz2Owner's manualik.imagekit.io/pimberly/65707b38e31f5a94719d7ba0/2f45bea8/6807833008aec22079c21252/mmo_120826304_1737030724_0333_99303.pdfRead 23 October 2026Technical specifications, microphone: Frequency response 100 Hz - 10 kHz.
Mic sensitivity
-42dB2Owner's manualik.imagekit.io/pimberly/65707b38e31f5a94719d7ba0/2f45bea8/6807833008aec22079c21252/mmo_120826304_1737030724_0333_99303.pdfRead 23 October 2026Technical specifications: Sensitivity (@1 kHz) -42 +/- 3 dB. The reference unit is not stated.
Mic signal-to-noise
60dB2Owner's manualik.imagekit.io/pimberly/65707b38e31f5a94719d7ba0/2f45bea8/6807833008aec22079c21252/mmo_120826304_1737030724_0333_99303.pdfRead 23 October 2026Technical specifications: Signal-to-noise ratio >= 60 dB. Stored as the minimum.
Mic sample rate
Not available
Mic noise reduction
Not available
Flip to mute
Not available
Mute button
Yes1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v3-xRead 23 October 2026Page: a microphone mute button and volume control underneath the left earcup.2Owner's manualik.imagekit.io/pimberly/65707b38e31f5a94719d7ba0/2f45bea8/6807833008aec22079c21252/mmo_120826304_1737030724_0333_99303.pdfRead 23 October 2026Using the mic mute button: press the mic mute button to mute or unmute the microphone.
Mute indicator
Physical mute marker1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v3-xRead 23 October 2026FAQ: the mic is unmuted when the green streak can be seen below the mute button. This is a visible marker, not a light.
Sidetone
Not available
Adjustable sidetone
Not available
Foam microphone windscreen
Not available

Connectivity

Audio connections
USB1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v3-xRead 23 October 2026FAQ: the headset uses a USB connection that works with PC and PS4.
Analog source plugs
Not available
Cable connector on headset
Fixed cable8Reviewhitechcentury.com/razer-kraken-v3-x-review-malaysiaRead 23 October 2026Review of 5 May 2021: the left can has a non-removable cable ending in a USB-A connection. Most parts, including the cable and boom mic, are not user replaceable.
Longest included cable
Not available
Headset USB plug or port
USB-A2Owner's manualik.imagekit.io/pimberly/65707b38e31f5a94719d7ba0/2f45bea8/6807833008aec22079c21252/mmo_120826304_1737030724_0333_99303.pdfRead 23 October 2026Technical specifications: Connection type USB Type A.
Audio over USB-C cable
No9Retailer pagemultitronic.fi/en/products/3031058/razer-kraken-v3-x-gaming-headset--blackRead 23 October 2026Retailer spec data: USB Type-A connector only.
Passive wired listening
No9Retailer pagemultitronic.fi/en/products/3031058/razer-kraken-v3-x-gaming-headset--blackRead 23 October 2026Retailer spec data: connectivity wired, USB Type-A connector, 3.5 mm connector No. There is no analog path.
Wireless receiver
None2Owner's manualik.imagekit.io/pimberly/65707b38e31f5a94719d7ba0/2f45bea8/6807833008aec22079c21252/mmo_120826304_1737030724_0333_99303.pdfRead 23 October 2026Technical specifications: wired audio usage USB Type A. No receiver is listed.
Wireless receiver connector
Not available
Wireless range (claimed)
Not available
Bluetooth
Not available
Bluetooth codecs
Not available
LE Audio
Not available
Auracast
Not available
Bluetooth multipoint
Not available
Multipoint devices
Not available
Paired devices remembered
Not available
Mixes 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth audio
Not available
Fast pairing
Not available
Base station
Not available

Latency

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Low latency mode
Not available
Claimed latency
Not available

Compatibility

Compatible platforms
Windows, PS4, PS51Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v3-xRead 23 October 2026FAQ: USB connection that works with PC and PS4. The master guide lists Windows as the product requirement. PS5 comes from RTINGS.4Press articlewindowscentral.com/razer-announces-kraken-v3-x-gaming-headsetRead 23 October 2026Article: connects through USB and works with PCs or the PlayStation 4. It does not work with Xbox consoles.7Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/razer/kraken-v3-xRead 23 October 2026Public verdict: the USB-A connector makes them fully compatible with PC, PS4 and PS5 consoles. Not compatible with Xbox.
Connection per platform
PlatformConnectionMicrophone works
WindowsUSBYes
PS4USBNot available
PS5USBNot available
Source7Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/razer/kraken-v3-xRead 23 October 2026Public verdict: USB-A connection on PC, PS4 and PS5. Microphone support on PC follows the master guide, which sets the headset as default input device. Microphone support on PlayStation is not stated.
Official licence
Not available

Battery and charging

Battery capacity
Not available
Swappable battery
Not available
Batteries included
Not available
Claimed battery life
Not available
Battery life (claimed, max)
Not available
Battery life with ANC (claimed)
Not available
Battery life without ANC (claimed)
Not available
Charging port
None10Retailer pagepcx.com.ph/products/razer-kraken-v3x-wired-usb-gaming-headsetRead 23 October 2026Retailer copy of the Razer specification: Battery Life N/A. USB powered headset with no battery.
Full charge time
Not available
Quick charge time
Not available
Quick charge playback
Not available
Use while charging
Not available
Charging dock or stand
Not available

Controls

Controls
Volume wheel, Buttons1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v3-xRead 23 October 2026Page: microphone mute button and volume control under the left earcup. The guide names a volume control wheel.2Owner's manualik.imagekit.io/pimberly/65707b38e31f5a94719d7ba0/2f45bea8/6807833008aec22079c21252/mmo_120826304_1737030724_0333_99303.pdfRead 23 October 2026On-earcup controls: volume up and down, mic mute on/off toggle. What's inside: E mic mute button and F volume control wheel.
Volume control
Wheel2Owner's manualik.imagekit.io/pimberly/65707b38e31f5a94719d7ba0/2f45bea8/6807833008aec22079c21252/mmo_120826304_1737030724_0333_99303.pdfRead 23 October 2026What's inside item F: Volume control wheel. Using the headset: rotate the volume control wheel.
Game and chat mix
Not available
Remappable controls
Not available
Wear detection
Not available
Voice assistant
Not available

Comfort and build

Headband type
Padded1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v3-xRead 23 October 2026Page: soft headband padding relieves pressure on your head.2Owner's manualik.imagekit.io/pimberly/65707b38e31f5a94719d7ba0/2f45bea8/6807833008aec22079c21252/mmo_120826304_1737030724_0333_99303.pdfRead 23 October 2026What's inside item A: adjustable padded headband.
Headband material
Not available
Frame material
Plastic6Reviewtomshardware.com/reviews/razer-kraken-v3-xRead 23 October 2026Review: made from lightweight plastic.
Ear cup material
Not available
Ear pad material
Hybrid fabric and memory foam1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v3-xRead 23 October 2026Page: hybrid fabric and memory foam ear cushions.
Replaceable ear pads
Not available
Ear pad attachment
Not available
Ear pad opening
Width40Height60mm(1.6 × 2.4 in)10Retailer pagepcx.com.ph/products/razer-kraken-v3x-wired-usb-gaming-headsetRead 23 October 2026Retailer copy of the Razer specification: Inner Earcup Diameter Width 40 mm (1.57 in) and Length 60 mm (2.36 in). The master guide prints 60 x 40mm. The length is stored as the height of the opening.
Ear tips included
Not available
Dust and water rating
Not available
User-replaceable parts
Not available

Software

Companion app
Razer Synapse2Owner's manualik.imagekit.io/pimberly/65707b38e31f5a94719d7ba0/2f45bea8/6807833008aec22079c21252/mmo_120826304_1737030724_0333_99303.pdfRead 23 October 2026Razer Synapse requirements: Windows 10 64-bit or higher.
App platforms
Windows2Owner's manualik.imagekit.io/pimberly/65707b38e31f5a94719d7ba0/2f45bea8/6807833008aec22079c21252/mmo_120826304_1737030724_0333_99303.pdfRead 23 October 2026Razer Synapse requirements: Windows 10 64-bit or higher. Product requirements: Windows OS and a USB-A port.
User firmware updates
Not available

Dimensions and weight

Headset weight
285g(10.1 oz)1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v3-xRead 23 October 2026Page: already at an airy 285g. The master guide gives approx. weight 285g / 0.63lbs.
Headset dimensions
Not available

Certifications

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Hi-Res Audio
Not available
Communication certifications
Not available
FCC ID
Not available
Other certifications
Not available

In the box

In the box
Razer Kraken V3 X, Important Product Information Guide2Owner's manualik.imagekit.io/pimberly/65707b38e31f5a94719d7ba0/2f45bea8/6807833008aec22079c21252/mmo_120826304_1737030724_0333_99303.pdfRead 23 October 2026What's inside: Razer Kraken V3 X and the Important Product Information Guide.
Cables included
TypeCount
USB Type-A headset cable (attached)1
Source2Owner's manualik.imagekit.io/pimberly/65707b38e31f5a94719d7ba0/2f45bea8/6807833008aec22079c21252/mmo_120826304_1737030724_0333_99303.pdfRead 23 October 2026What's inside shows the USB connector (item G) as part of the headset. The guide gives no cable length. Razer's spec copies say 1.8 m while a reviewer measured about 2 m and a support article is said to say 2 m, so no length is stored.
Carrying case
None2Owner's manualik.imagekit.io/pimberly/65707b38e31f5a94719d7ba0/2f45bea8/6807833008aec22079c21252/mmo_120826304_1737030724_0333_99303.pdfRead 23 October 2026What's inside lists only the headset and the guide.

Warranty

Manufacturer warranty (source market)
2years2Owner's manualik.imagekit.io/pimberly/65707b38e31f5a94719d7ba0/2f45bea8/6807833008aec22079c21252/mmo_120826304_1737030724_0333_99303.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 5: 2-year limited warranty coverage. Razer's page says up to 2 years of warranty.

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Model numberGTIN / EANMarketsColours
RZ04-03750100-R3U1810056141530USBlack
RZ04-03750300-R3U1840272903742USBlack
RZ04-03750300-R3M18886419379362EUBlack

Sources

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