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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you're on a tight budget and prefer earbuds, the KZ ZSN Pro X would be the economical choice; they're also lighter and more portable, so they're good for on-the-go use. However, they don't have a microphone, making them less suitable for calls. On the other hand, the Razer Kraken V3 headphones have better mic quality and virtual surround sound, making them great for gaming and immersive TV watching, but they're bulkier, so not ideal for travel. Neither is optimal for exercise, as they aren't sweatproof. If active noise cancelling is a priority for you, note that neither of these options includes that feature. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the KZ ZSN Pro X
Good for air travel
Advantages of the Razer Kraken V3
Good for gaming
Key differences
Gaming
5.9/10
7.3/10
The Razer Kraken V3 is good for gaming, while the KZ ZSN Pro X is poor.
Phone Calls
3.1/10
5.0/10
The Razer Kraken V3 and KZ ZSN Pro X are both poor for phone calls, though the Razer Kraken V3 is somewhat better.
Cost
$22
$80
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The KZ ZSN Pro X has a price of $22 and the Razer Kraken V3 costs $80.
"The KZ ZSN PRO X offers superb sound for very little money, like under $30 USD. It has some rough edges with a plastic seam on the cable that can rub on your ear, and the bud is a bit large. The tech isn't cutting edge, but new doesn't always equal better. You should try it."
"This Razer Kraken V3 is a great headset for gamers who want comfort, surround sound, and software customization for a reasonable price. It's primarily a headset for PC gamers since THX Spatial audio is only supported on Windows. If you want something more multifaceted for multiple systems, this won't be an ideal headset for you. Luckily, there are plenty of competent Kraken V3 alternatives available to you."
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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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