Customer Ratings & Reviews

I owned the original USB Razer Kraken headset from a long time ago and absolutely loved them, these I am reviewing are a whole different ballgame though. The audio quality is actually really good for a wireless headset that can be used on PC, Console, and phone. The dock this headset bundle comes with is customizable and can have a custom photo put on it or even a gif on the little OLED display. Yes the display only shows black and white, but the benefits definitely outweigh the downside at this point. This product comes with a usb-c to usb-c and a usb-a to usb-c that you can both use in multiple ways, one to charge the headset and one to use the dock with, both worth for either usage. I am able to walk while still attached and listening to audio or talking quite a decent distance from the dock which is also nice. There are also some interesting things I noticed if you are using this on PC though: you have a separate audio output set-up you can use for gaming and voice chat, so I can voice chat with someone on discord or team speak while streaming on twitch hearing both through the same headset but the stream only hearing the game. There is audio haptic feedback using ‘Sensa HD Haptics’ and some games have integrated support for it, of course not a huge amount of game currently have it but seeing how new the headset is it’s only a matter of time. It has THX Spatial Audio, which is actually a very nice feature to have especially built in like this headset does and you can customize your own audio equalizer or choose a preset such as: game, movie, and music. Multiple games support THX Spacial Audio such as: World of Warcraft, Genshin Impact, Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, Star Wars: The Old Republic, Hogwarts Legacy, S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, Zenless Zone Zero, Subnautica: Below Zero, World of Tanks, Battlefiels 5, and more. Depending on what the game is it also has different options for the THX Spatial Audio, such as ‘immersive’ and ‘competitive’ and of course competitive would be competitive gaming and Counter Strike 2 (formerly Counter Strike Global Offence, or CSGO) This headset has a cool setup for its RGB lighting as well, I personally set my headset to twinkle like random stars. You have power saving settings for it so if you walk away and audio isn’t going through the headset from your computer for your specified time it will turn the headset off so your battery does die. There is audio enhancements like bass boosting, sound normalization, and voice clarity for listening, and the microphone has its own enhancements as well, volume normalization, vocal clarity, mic noise cancellation, and voice gate. The mic also has side tone with the option to disable it or leave it enabled. Of course this is also considered a cheap headset in terms of music and audio quality and of course the more you pay the more you get, that’s actually a real thing with headsets and audio. Buy cheap get cheap, these are definitely worth their price for sure though even though they don’t have noise cancellation like the AirPod Max headset and certain Beats models. I dabble in music making with products like the Vocaloid software by Yamaha and I actually really like these for music making and gaming. I also put a little Hatsune Miku on the Dock staring at me and questioning me which is funny. I would definitely recommend to avid gamers, but of course I would also recommend getting synapse if using it on PC, like how steel series recommends having their software, it adds more functionality than just having the headset plugged into your computer. Its mic can be retracted into the headset and pulled out and has a red indicator on the end of the mic to show it’s muted. Built in headset and dock software is really simple to update as well if you read and follow the instructions on their website if you want to or need to.

The audio is amazing , the haptics is crispy and makes games feel more alive ! I have a big head and this fits great . Razer products are definitely worth it .

Its awsome how i can use it at the same time with my computer and my phone i love how it sound and all the effects. I buy it on offer the down part is to buy it at the hole $400 its toooo much but at $298 wow totaly worth it

My girlfriend gave them to me for my birthday. I've used other headsets, but these in particular are above average. The surround sound is impressive, and the sound effects during gaming are a pleasant experience.

– OVERVIEW– The Razer Kraken V4 Pro is a multi-platform headset with Razer’s Sensa Haptics HD feedback feature, a first offering from Razer. It comes with a dedicated OLED audio controller to switch various settings and whatnot with ease. Sound is driven by Triforce Bio-Cellulose 40mm drivers, and sound enhancements come in the form of THX Spatial Audio for a 3D audio experience. Chat capability comes with its retractable boom mic. And finally, what’s a Razer product without its iconic Razer Chroma RGB lighting?? You’l get nine zones of ear cup lighting for that full customizability. – LOOK/FEEL – Razer has always made premium products, and this headset is no different. In hand, it feels very well built despite its mainly plastic construction. The earcups feel very substantial and the leatherette cushions sit nicely over your ears. The earcups can swivel 90 degrees in (towards you) and about 20-30 degrees out for that perfect fit around your head to improve noise isolation. The headband can be extended on each side for a better fit around your head. The outer headband is also made of leatherette material and the inner headband is a comfortable soft material. – CONNECTIVITY – Probably one of the key features of this headset is its versatility in receiving input. With the use of the 2.4GHz audio controller, you can connect up to three inputs, and I'll organize it as such: PC, Console and 3.5mm. For me, I have my PC and PS5 currently connected to the controller and I can switch back and forth between the two. Outside the use of the controller is its Bluetooth 5.3, so you can connect this to your smartphone for Bluetooth calls and media. What’s so great about this version of the Kraken is its ability to SIMULTANEOUSLY stream from the audio controller and Bluetooth. So take a call or listen to music over BT while playing your favorite game, for instance; there’s no need to switch between the two. Lastly, you have the option to go wired USB from the Kraken to your device. – SETUP – Setup was a breeze, really. Bluetooth setup is as simple as powering on and putting it into pairing mode. My iPhone was able to discover and connect to it easily. Connecting the audio controller was also easy. It only has three ports (USB-C, USB-A, AUX) and there is no need for power as it probably comes through the USB connection (AUX will need to rely on a single USB connection if used alone). For me, I didn’t use the AUX port, but I did connect the USB-A to my PS5 and the USB-C to my PC. – USAGE – Starting with the headset itself, Razer affectionados will find familiarity with its controls. It has 4 main buttons and a volume wheel. Very simple. On the left earcup is power and mic mute, and on the right cup is haptic level and sound profile. The power button is the only button with a texture to it so you don’t mistake it for the mic button, but honestly the placement of each button is far enough that you’ll figure it out really quick. The power button doubles as your play/pause/next/previous for media. The haptics button and sound profile button have two methods of use (single and double press) as well. When you single press the haptics button, you toggle through the haptic intensities (low, medium, high, off) and when you double press, you toggle through the haptics profiles (dynamic, custom [configured in the Synapse App], controlled, balanced). The sound profile tap/double tap functions are a bit different; single tap to cycle through the sound profiles (game, movie, music, custom [configured in the Synapse App]), BUT double tap toggles between Hyperspeed Wireless and Bluetooth. The only reason I can think of this being an option is if you do not use the audio controller with the headset. That would mean you’re tethered to your PC via USB cable and connected to your Phone, but you won’t have a simultaneous stream coming from both. This is very similar to the behavior found in other Razer headsets. Aside from those buttons, there is the volume wheel which is very intuitive to use. – PERFORMANCE – From a gamers’ perspective, they’re a very capable headset and share a lot of the qualities of its siblings. Every person is different and obviously it’s not a one-size-fits-all…but I could say that this is a one-size-fits-most. From a console gaming perspective, it will be plenty using its “game” sound profile which brings out all the treble you need for FPS…then a combo platter of movie/music for anything else that makes sense for what you’re playing. If accessible, creating a custom profile on Synapse for a specific game would probably be best. Of course, you’d need a PC. From a PC gaming perspective, you’ve got a lot of options. THX Spatial Audio is achievable in this realm, and there are a growing list of games that support this feature; these games can be identified on the Razor website. Of course, Cyberpunk 2077 is always a fun one to test for THX and the Krakens do not disappoint. Razer Synapse will identify games installed on your PC and mark them as THX supported. Of course, you’ll still have your various sound modes within hands’ reach and the ability to create a custom sound profile. Movie and music watching are great as well, although this headset is gamer centric and there are other headsets that provide better staging for non-gaming. Even Razer’s Barracuda Pro flip the script and put lifestyle first before gaming, in my opinion. But you won’t be disappointed here. Now a lot of us are here for the Sensa Haptics. I honestly think the haptics feature works well with gaming and movie watching. It’s a very cool experience while I played Horizon Zero Dawn on PS5; I was able to toggle through the haptic profiles and levels to get it where I wanted it. I found myself enjoying haptics low and custom…that’s just my preference. On PC, even Sensa can be further customized at a per-game level. While you can set default haptic profiles per game, Razer has worked with developers to come up with game-specific haptic profiles to cue off game actions and make it even more immersive. Cyperpunk also benefits from a customized Sensa profile and as this rumble feature is new and super cool to me, I have to trust that the profile fits the game actions. You can always switch back to the audio-to-haptics profiles, which I think works well anyway. As far as movie watching, I loved replaying the Omaha scene in Saving Private Ryan; it kind of made me feel like I was in the movie theatre with all the shaking. There was still a lot of audio clarity in terms of voice dialog as well as the rifles firing and bullets whistling through the air. Sensa does a great job here! As I mentioned above, Sensa Haptics is very cool for gaming, but I couldn’t really say the same for music. It just feels like someone turned the gain up on the subwoofer and drowns out the treble. I typically turn off Sensa for music. – GOTCHAS – Razer claims about 50 hours with Haptics and Lighting off…and only on the 2.4GHz connection. If you have those both on, you’re lucky to get 13 hours. 13 hours is still plenty for a weekend warrior like me, and I always have an available charge cable handy. Some of you guys that go the distance may elect to turn off the very features that make this headset stand out from the rest. – CONCLUSION – The Razer Kraken V4 Pro is definitely a nice to have…but it comes at a price. If haptics and simultaneous 2.4GHz/Bluetooth audio are a must for you, then I’d say they’re worth the price. But if you’re just looking for some traditional headsets with premium audio, you can probably save a few bucks and look elsewhere.

Good experience with gaming and daily use. The hepatic feedback is optional which is great.

When I opened, my immediate impressions of the headphones was the excellent construction, and that they were relatively heavy. However, the ear and headband cushions looked thick and plush. Included in the box are three adapter cables, a carrying bag, quick start guide, the controller hub, and the headphones. The headphones can be used wireless 2.4Ghz through the controller hub. These are compatible with game consoles, or Windows PC. They can also be used alone via bluetooth with other devices. After downloading the Razor “Synapse 4 and Chroma” app, you can change many variables for the headphones. When using the Synapse 4 you can make changes to hepatics profile and intensity, equalizer, volume, input source, and sidetone level - either in app, or through the controller hub. The Equalizer has a number of presets, and a custom setting that allows you to set your own preferences. The headphone has controls such as hepatics button, multi-function button, rotary volume, power and mic mute buttons. Also has a retractable micophone. The two side ear cups have RGB effects that are controlled from by the Razor Chroma app. Personally, I found the effects neat, and the hepatic effect will certainly add another level to gaming and movies. The Chroma are visual effects for others to see while you use. And, the Chroma app can also control RGB effects on other compatible devices. Just a few specs on the headphones. Each earcup houses a 40 mm driver, and a hepatics driver. Frequency response of audio drivers is stated to be 20Hz to 28Khz, and hepatic drivers is 45Hz to 300Hz. Impedance is 32 ohm. On to actual use. Again, I did find the headphones to be fairly heavy – at about 394 grams. The side bands are numbered making adjustments easy. And, after putting on and adjusting, the thick padding made them quite comfortable. The sound. I did test using both bluetooth and wireless with controller hub. I tested on computer using games, streaming movies and digital music library. My impression was that there was an added effect using the hepatics effect on games and movies. The explosions, thunder, earthquakes, etc. take on a new dimension. I did adjust the custom EQ, and achieved a full range sound spectrum. When using for music, the sound covered the full frequency, but isn't for “bass heads”. The bass is very deep, but isn't over driven. The midrange is full, and vocals come through well. The treble is somewhat sibilant. But again, using the custom EQ settings, anyone can tailor the sound to their liking. Keeping in mind what use these are intended for, my conclusions are: That these would be an excellent choice for avid gamer, or movie fan. But for strictly music listening, there are better choices in this price range. The RGB effects on the earcups, are a novelty, but they are not seen by user – only by people around you. Still, the Chroma app can be used with other compatible devices. I would give 4 stars if reviewed only on audio quality for music or studio applications – but that isn't what these are for. So, keeping in mind the intended use – primarily games and some movies - I am giving 5 stars.

The first thing I noticed about the Razer Kraken V4 Pro was its excellent design and build quality. The frame feels solid and durable, while the ear cups and headband are soft and comfortable. The ear cups create a nice seal around the ears without applying excessive pressure. The retractable microphone hides seamlessly when not in use and is easy to pull out when needed. The buttons are straightforward and intuitive, with audible feedback indicating their function when pressed. Alongside the standard power button, the headset features buttons for mic mute/unmute, EQ presets, haptics intensity, and a volume scroll wheel. The RGB lighting is a tasteful accent, limited to the ear cups for a clean and understated look. The default rotating color pattern is great, and additional customizations are easily available through the Razer Chroma app. I tested the Kraken V4 Pro on both Mac and Windows systems, and setup was basically plug-and-play. After plugging the control hub into my laptop via USB-C, I simply switched my sound output to the hub, and the system was ready to go since the headset was already paired with it. The control hub is a standout feature that completes the package. Compact and simple in design, it features one button and one knob for navigation. The sharp OLED screen is a nice touch, with fun screensavers that carry the nostalgia of car stereo decks from the 00's. The button toggles through the menu to select volume, EQ profiles, haptics settings and intensities, input sources, and sidetone (ambient noise) levels, all of which can be adjusted using the knob. The interface is clean and highly intuitive, making adjustments seamless even during gameplay. The sound quality is excellent. I tested the headset across various genres of music, movies, and games and was consistently impressed by the solid audio quality and effective ambient noise cancellation. The haptics feature adds a fun layer of immersion, particularly during bass-heavy moments in games and movies. Overall, the Razer Kraken V4 Pro is a versatile, wireless headset that feels both premium and familiar while introducing fun and innovative features into the mix. Its combination of excellent sound quality, comfort, and user-friendly controls makes it a great option for gaming-enthusiasts as well as for general users.

The new Razer Kraken V4 is a solid multi device capable headset. It works with several platforms. I’m using it with my Windows gaming PCs. I also own an older wired Kraken Pro headset with haptic feedback, and have been happy with it. However, this particular V4 model is wireless and includes an external control hub. Two nice improvements. Setup is straightforward, despite the instructional foldout being a bit convoluted. I first charged the headset before setup. After it fully charged, I connected the control unit to my Windows PC. A window popped up offering to install Razer Synapse. I installed the Synapse and Chroma RGB apps. I powered on the headset which was detected by the control hub automatically, and I was good to go. The headset is well crafted and the plastic and metal frame feels solidly constructed. The ear cups and head band are soft and comfortable. The headset fits me comfortably without any bothersome weight or pressure on my ears or head. It has a retractable flexible boom mic with an inline hardware mute button. The ear cups are easy to adjust, extending and retracting with a ratcheting action for more precise stops. The ear cup covers are removable, which is a plus because they can be replaced if needed, rather than trashing the headset. Both ear cups have controls. Volume, power, and mic mute on the left, haptics and sound profiles on the right. RGB lighting is just the right amount. It’s only on the cups and the patterns are tolerable. They’re neither underwhelming nor over the top. Lighting can be customized in the Razer Chroma app. The portably sized companion control center is easy to use and a welcomed improvement over my last Kraken Pro headset. The monochrome OLED display is crisp, vivid and has great visibilty. There are several screen saver options for the OLED screen that can be customized to an extent. The single knob and button design is well crafted, being simple and intuitive to use. I can quickly tweak settings without launching Synapse, or even without exiting an active game. The knob and button allow me to quickly cycle through sound and haptic settings. There are also additional controls on the headset cups for volume, adjusting haptics intensity, and selecting sound profiles. They’re well placed and easy to memorize. Sound through the headset is loud, clean, and realistic. The 40mm drivers deliver beautiful sound in either stereo or THX spatial audio. The latter is excellent for gaming. I can hear the quietest to loudest sounds with great clarity and isolation for environmental noises in game. Positional sounds are effective and accurate. Music sounds good through the headset as well. The Kraken won’t rival a good set of audiophile quality headphones, but is more than good enough for general everyday listening. The boom mic has adjustable sound profiles as well as an adjustable graphic equalizer. It fully retracts into the headset when not in use. Sound quality is great. My voice is clear with no noticeable clipping or background noise. The voice isolation is great and I am told I sound crystal clear in chat. The control unit has three sound profile presets: game, movie, and music. It also has a 10-band graphic equalizer for creating more customized sound profiles. The EQ is selectable as a preset on the control center but the actual settings are managed through Synapse. The haptic feedback adds an increased level of realism to gaming immersion. Loud explosions and boomy bass sounds really pop. I was playing a racing game and drove into a tunnel. The sound of the car’s v12 engine reverberating off the tunnel walls was outstanding and I could actually feel the tunnel vibrations thanks to the haptic feedback. It really helps make me feel like I’m part of the game. Vibration intensity can be adjusted from low to high, or disabled altogether. On the flip side, haptic feedback misses the mark when it comes to enhancing music. It doesn’t add any oomph to the bass and vibrations are frequently out of sync with the beat in most songs. I did run into one minor yet annoying issue that I hope was an isolated incident. The headset powered off automatically after a period of inactivity while gaming. That was no big deal, but it wouldn’t reconnect after being powered back on. Despite multiple PC reboots, the headset wouldn’t connect and both Synapse and Chroma kept indicating it was powered off despite being powered on. I finally stumbled onto the correct troubleshooting sequence to restore functionality. Don’t know whether it was a one-time glitch, but I disabled the power saving auto-off feature in Synapse as a precaution. That one isolated issue aside, this headset has been wholly enjoyable. It sounds excellent, has good build quality, fits me comfortably, and the hardware is user friendly and well designed. Despite utilizing a separate control center, I can easily move the setup between multiple machines.

Let me first start off by saying this, out of the box the headset is a bit underwhelming but if you’re willing to play around with the settings/audio profile; you’ll end up with one of the best gaming headsets out there. Whether you are looking for warm mids or heavy bass, tweaking the settings will give you what you are looking for. Thanks to the haptic feedback, your FPS games are truly going to be immersive. Adjusting the settings will also give you an all round great experience with these headphones, whether that's gaming, watching movies or listening to music. Now we dive into comfort, because who would not want comfortable headphones that they can game/use for hours and hours. With the Kraken V4 Pro Wireless, you’ll be greeted with plush leather earcups instead of mesh. I’ve used several headsets throughout the years and years of gaming and I can truly say that the Kraken V4 Pro Wireless offers one of the most comfortable headsets I have ever had the privilege of placing on my head. In terms of build quality, there’s definitely more plastic than metal but that isn’t necessarily a bad thing. I think Razer went this route so that the headset isn’t too heavy because at the end of the day if you are gaming for hours and hours; who really wants something ultra heavy weighing down on their head? So yes, although the build is majority plastic it is overall a sturdy build and does not feel cheap at all. I also do like to mention that ear cups fold/swivel for easy storage and the mic retracts into the left ear cup (no cracking or creaking of anysort - again great build quality overall by Razer). When it comes down to being “user friendly”, the Kraken V4 Pro Wireless has you covered. The headset itself has all the controls you would need without having the need to utilize Razer Synapse or the base station. What I am trying to mention here is that everything from adjusting volume, muting your mic, and changing the haptic levels can be done right at your fingertips! But with the addition of the base station, it makes things even easier. You’re able to control what I’ve mentioned above in addition to switching audio profiles all on an OLED screen. If you’re looking for customization of the base station, you can also change things via Razer Synapse. Thanks to the Bluetooth connection, you can also use the Kraken V4 Pro Wireless with something like your Nintendo Switch or other handheld gaming consoles. You of course have the standard 2.4GHz wireless connection and if you prefer, you also can use the Kraken V4 Pro Wireless as a “wired” headset. As far as performance goes, I would highly encourage you to make adjustments in the settings/EQ, profiles, etc. Out of the box you may be a bit underwhelmed when it comes down to the performance but with some slight tweaking in Razer Synapse you’ll end up with one of the best gaming headsets out there. The only complaint I personally have is the mic but again this headset is designed for gaming, not content creation. I do feel that the mic is a bit “lackluster” even with messing around with the settings. So what it boils down to is knowing what you are buying before you make your purchase. If you’re looking for an amazing gaming headset (again need some slight tweaking in Razer Synapse), the Kraken V4 Pro Wireless is a top contender. The immersive sounds of being able to hear every reload, footsteps and gunfire are truly breathtaking. All in all, would I recommend the Kraken V4 Pro Wireless headset? Yes, if you are looking for a truly immersive gaming headset with intense haptic feedback to truly put you in your games; the Kraken V4 Pro Wireless is for you. The Kraken V4 Pro Wireless has all the bells and whistles. As mentioned in the performance, the only complaint I truly have is with the mic but then again as I stated; it truly depends on what you are getting the Kraken V4 Pro Wireless headset for. If you are getting these to do only content creation, you’re probably better off getting a standalone mic that is made for that specific reason rather than investing in a gaming headset. But, if you are looking to be “IN” your games and hear every single reload, footstep, explosion, gunfire and immerse yourself in your games; the Kraken V4 Pro Wireless is a worthy contender in the line of top-tier gaming headsets.

It is that time of the year where gamers splurge on all the latest and greatest to immerse themselves into the gaming world. It is not easy to find a headset that checks all the boxes and after some time and effort I think I finally found my PC gaming headset. I like the Razer Brand and was looking for something that compliments my Razer 16. I decided on the Razer V4 Kraken Pro, I cannot speak to the previous iterations but I was taken back by these and overall enjoyed my time with them. :::General Thoughts::: The box is hefty and has some weight to it, I opened the box and the headphones, the OLED HUB, an awesome little bag to keep your headphones and cables safe. The headphones are comfortable and the earcups feel good too there is no pressure or clamping feeling, my ear fit comfortably in the ear cups, you will feel hot after a while but that is true with any over the ear headphones it is nothing unique to these. The headband is padded well enough and adds to the overall comfort and design. The controls are easily accessible on the headphones, the boom mic is retractable and slides in and out effortlessly. Volume wheel feels nice, now the whole thing about the V4 Pro is the OLED hub. It is a welcome addition to my desk. I have it connected to my PS5 & PC; I also used it on my ROG Ally. I have had it for about roughly three weeks. The big selling point here is the haptics, think of the rumble feature on your PS5 or X-Box controller it is the best comparison I can make to paint the picture. There are some games that are compatible with it. And for sure more to come. Battery life is amazing “if” you forgo the HAPTICS and RGB, otherwise I got around twelve and a half hours of battery with all the features enabled. That is what I averaged, I played Silent Hill 2 on my Razer 16, and South Park on my ROG Ally. So, the big point of headphones is SOUND and out of the box the sound is average I found myself tweaking the sound profiles to a satisfying middle ground. After the adjustment I like the sound a whole lot better the bass is satisfying, the haptics are good but I personally are not used to them this is my first time owning something like this. I am on the fence about the haptics but I like that you can adjust it with the OLED deck like all the other settings. I downloaded the Razer software on my PC and after some time customizing things to my liking I now have my RGB, Haptics, desired settings and OLED deck looking how I want it to, headphones sounding amazing and having a blast while gaming. That is what it is all about. The OLED deck is nice and the small OLED display is basic black background with white text. The knob on the right is easy to use and twist. It is powered by a sole USB Powered cable, you have your console and PC port for the audio. :::Pros & Cons::: Pros: - OLED HUB (easier to access desired settings) - Haptic - Stellar battery life (when RGB & Haptics are off) - Great audio (requires tweaking to desired settings) - Quality build Cons: - Pad underneath the OLED deck - Fingerprint magnet (OLED DECK) - Too much software required to adjust simple settings on PC :::Wrap up::: I wish I had something to compare this to but I am not an influencer and do not have a bunch of gadgets laying around my apartment. I will say however that the V4 Pro is awesome, while it may not be for everyone it performs well for the intended demographic the gamer or enthusiast who wants the cream of the crop. If you use these on a console then it is almost set it and forget it, using these on a PC it is not as simple having to install other Razer software instead of there being a single app to do it all. That is what I found to be annoying. Take a page of out NVIDIA’S book and make a single application that does it all. After some tinkering you will have a phenomenal pair of gaming headphones, it is worth the hassle of setup and fine tuning the audio profiles for your personal use. I love these and prefer these over my Sony headphones. I just realized that I did not test these out with my PSVR2, I know what I will be doing soon, I will pick up the PSVR2 adapter as well to use it on my PC and do some VR gaming with these soon. I am curious about the haptics while using VR tech. TL;DR You are invested in the Razer gaming environment; these are a no brainer, you want a haptic headset, then look no further.

This is a next level gaming headset. It's what you expect from a Razer product. The headset features vibrations with sounds. This takes sound to another level. It gives the impression of bass with music or games. The gaming headset is easy to pair and or connect to your favorite console, PC, phone or tablet. In the box comes the headset, the control unit and a connection cable. Another feature to mention is the mic that stores inside the unit and can be pulled out for use. The control unit is used for the headsets settings. The back of the control unit is connected to your device via usb c and transfers the sound wirelessly to the headphones. The headphones look really great and feel comfortable and made with quality materials. Overall, this is a great headset for the money. The vibration feature is a great addition to any gaming experience. It also enhances the music you listen to. This is great upgrade for anyone in the market for a gaming headset. Or anyone looking for a gift for a gamer.

If you’re serious about gaming, especially PC gaming, and in your opinion money is no object then you’re going to NEED to check out the Razer Kraken V4 Pro headset. In the box you get the headset, the OLED Control Hub, the usual starter guide (which is a little too fancy and makes reading the instructions something you need to focus on to understand), AUX cable, USB A to C cable, and a USB C to C cable as well as a sticker sheet and a cloth bag to store your headset in. All three cables seem to be good quality and it’s great that no matter how you interface with the headset you have the cable to do it, something not always true it seems with modern tech gadgets. The OLED Hub is kind of the one unusual piece that I wasn’t sure exactly what it did but as it turns out it really does kind of everything. As a Playstation gamer I plugged the USB C to USB C cable from the PS5 into the “Console” slot on the back of the Hub and then when the system is powered on it feeds power to the Kraken Hub. The hub has a selector button and a clickable adjusting wheel as well as slots in back for AUX cable or USB-C for PC or Console (separate ports) and the bottom is a sticky feeling rubber that holds it steady so it won’t slide off wherever you set it, like on a funky shaped PS5 shell. The front of the hub defaulted to an animated spaceship flying and shooting asteroids but you can make it a static image, headset status (battery, connection mode, etc.), a text banner, an audio meter, or system information (GPU and CPU temperatures). There is a LOT in this little box from controlling your mic and chat volumes, to LED brightness, and even adjusting the amount of haptic feedback. Oh yeah, if you play certain games on PC there is haptic feedback from the headset but unfortunately I didn’t have any of the PC games and the haptic doesn’t work on PS5. I watched a video detailing how it works and it’s insanely cool if your setup works with it. However, I can speak to the headset quality and “feel”. The headband is a leather like feel on top with a bit of cushion and the underside is a thicker cushion of a kind of memory foam, very comfortable and high end feeling. The cups are lined with very thick squishy foam with a kind of smooth leathery feel like the top of the headband and both cups are marked L or R for which side is which. On the right cup you get the “Sensa” button which controls Haptic feedback profile (Off, Low, Med, and High) or double tap to switch to audio haptic feedback profiles, as well as the “Multi Function Button MFB” to connect bluetooth, select audio EQ Profile, and the wireless mode (Wireless, bluetooth, or simultaneous audio (for if you want to hear both your game and the Discord chat, as an example). The left cup has the power button, the USB-C charge port, the volume wheel, a hideable mic, and the mic mute button. OK, so you can’t use the Haptic on PS5 and that’s a bummer but how does it stand up as a gaming headset? Spectacular actually! It's one of the most comfortable headsets I’ve worn: the ear cups seat well and the headband doesn’t feel like your head is being squeezed at all but there was never any wiggle or worry that I was going to lose it while playing. Sound quality is top notch, plenty of volume (I actually had to turn it down quite a bit) and the audio is crystal clear. There’s surround sound and spatial audio according to the website but while playing Star Wars Outlaws and Borderlands 3 I didn’t notice any mindblowing instances of hearing enemies as if from around a corner or a distance…your mileage may vary I guess because I don’t doubt the functions listed (perhaps it’s not active on all games). Battery life is incredible, I used it for probably a total of almost 50 hours while playing and never had it die and haven’t charged it since the original unboxing charge up overnight. I imagine for PC gamers this headset is going to be even more mind blowing given that when you download the Razer Chroma app it also has options to download and launch other Razer features like a collection of wallpapers (even animated or audio enabled ones apparently), AI Art programs, and the Chroma app to let you customize the light show on your Kraken headset. There’s just a metric ton of things to customize on this headset and the build quality feels so premium that it has to be on a Top 5 list of best headsets. I have limited experience, having only gotten into playing games early using a headset to not wake the family, but this is the most comfortable and best sound quality I have encountered. If you take gaming seriously then you’d be doing yourself a disservice to not look further into the Kraken V4 Pro to see if its performance is worth the cost of admission.

If anyone remembers the problems the V3 Pro had ( like not showing up in synapse or not even working at all) the V4 pro seems to have fixed them. the price is defiantly high for this headset but overall this headset is extremely good, and has some really neat features, the adapter it comes with is a little tricky at first but very easy to mess with after tampering with. ( i recommend using synapse 4 instead of the box unless you are editing or recording, but it is handy to change settings without opening the software.) only draw back is the haptics can give your brain a shock if they are to high and after a while if you wear glasses the earcups can become somewhat uncomfortable. Other than that Sound quality is amazing and has lots of customizable options

I am so hapoy with thease .. yes they are exo, but if you go for rhe artics nova pros and have to chnage the pads like inwas going to do you get more with these headphones. The options and the bluetooth blows the Artics novas pros right out of the park, also they are very comfortable.. set up and connection was flawless, also customizable on the oled dock screen is a plus for me .. I highly recommend you try thesee headphones out .. i can really hear everything super clear especially when i play fornite , thease maybe the last gaming headset you will ever need .

As an owner it almost every high end gaming headset on the market, mainly playing shooters and MMOs. Hyptic feedback ads to the immersion as advertised and adds a welcomed sense of connection to content. During music listening, the haptics emulate powerful, shaking bass, and it is done well! Clarity is up there with airpods max. I would like bluetooth that doesnt require the dock, an added transparency mode and synaps support day one… typical razer behavior…

Best headset for the price . This headset fits all of my needs.. yes a little pricy but this is an all in one headset to Game on for movies and for your daily music.. i highly recommend this headset.

I had the older, wired version of this and I loved it. This new version is wireless, easy to setup, and sounds great. Haptic feedback is fantastic, and it’s hard to go back to regular headphones

After my Arctis Nova 7x started having trouble and some thorough research, this was the perfect upgrade. Easy plug. Play. And minor adjustment on settings to set up, but, the quality and performance so far has been well worth it. Especially with the ability to now sync all my Razer products together vs multiple plug and connects. I can’t say enough on how worth it this has been as an avid gamer and part time streamer ! It does automatically start with a feedback option on. Go into setting and turn it off unless you enjoy hearing yourself.

The best headset I've ever owned. Packed with features and excellent sound. Bluetooth and PC connection simultaneously. They are super comfortable as well.