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Updated January 10, 2024·
If sound quality for music is your priority, the Beats EP boasts higher music performance scores, although being more expensive. The Razer Kraken, on the other hand, offers better value and durability, with a higher score for gaming due to its superior microphone and virtual surround capabilities. Both headphones are wired, with no active noise canceling, but the Kraken is heavier. Consider the Beats EP for better daily music listening, especially if you might use them in noisier environments, where their stronger sound quality would shine. Opt for the Razer Kraken if you're a gamer or engage in frequent voice chats, for clearer communication and immersive gameplay at a lower cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Beats EP
- Very good for music
Advantages of the Razer Kraken
- Very good for gaming
Key differences
Music
8.1
7.1
The Beats EP is very good for music, while the Razer Kraken is good.
Gaming
6.3
8.3
The Razer Kraken is very good for gaming, while the Beats EP is only fair.
Phone Calls
4.2
5.5
The Razer Kraken and Beats EP are both poor for phone calls, though the Razer Kraken is somewhat better.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.8
4.7
The Beats EP is only fair for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Razer Kraken is poor.
Noise Reduction
5.3
6.5
The Razer Kraken is only fair for noise reduction, while the Beats EP is poor.
Cost
$100
$50
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
The Beats EP has a price of $100 and the Razer Kraken costs $50.
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Key similarities
TV and Video
7.6
7.4
The Beats EP and Razer Kraken are both good for TV and video.
Build Quality
8.0
8.5
The Razer Kraken and Beats EP both have very good build quality.
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How the Beats EP and the Razer Kraken compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Beats EP | Razer Kraken |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$100 | $50 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Beats | Razer | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | November 1, 2018 | March 1, 2019 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8.1/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.3/10 | 5.5/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.3/10 | 8.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.6/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.3/10 | 4.2/10 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 5.3/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | N/A | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | N/A | 9/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 226.7 Grams | 322 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Boom | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
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Beats EP
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Headphonecheck
Ulf Kaiser | 2015
"With the EP model, Beats delivers a stylish headphone with cable connection and hands-free functionality that should please consumers seeking a balanced sound for playback on mobile devices."
Razer Kraken
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PC Gamer
Rob Dwiar | March 2019
"Generally the Kraken is a very comfortable headset and there’s nothing that really identifies it as anything else. All in, the Kraken performed exactly as I’d expect a premium, designated gaming headset to perform: performing well in game audio, though not quite with the same quality of those headsets further up the price scale."
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About Beats
Beats is an American, consumer-focused, audio products manufacturer. Founded originally by American rapper and producer Dr Dre, the company is now a subsidiary of Apple. Beats sells a wide range of audio products, including several models of headphones, earbuds and speakers as well as full car audio systems.
About Razer
Razer is an American-Singaporean hardware manufacturer aimed specifically toward the gaming market. They manufacture a very wide array of gaming laptops, tablets, phones, peripherals and, of course, headphones and earbuds both wired and wireless. Since 2016, Razer has owned the THX suite, aimed at quality assurance of audiovisual systems such as speaker sets, video game consoles and even movie theaters.
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