{"id":1030986,"date":"2026-01-14T20:35:15","date_gmt":"2026-01-14T20:35:15","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/RCieyiYqpH5ZyDxctpF7a"},"modified":"2026-01-14T20:35:15","modified_gmt":"2026-01-14T20:35:15","slug":"razer-kraken-v4-pro-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/arcader.org\/news\/razer-kraken-v4-pro-review\/","title":{"rendered":"Razer Kraken V4 Pro review"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Over the years, my gaming setup has shown off my internal battle, as Razer and Corsair vie for not only my attention but also a space atop my gaming desk<\/a>. While they\u2019ve both taken their fair share of turns to win me over, Razer has just taken the crown with the Razer Kraken V4 Pro.<\/p>\n

The Razer Kraken V4 Pro might be expensive at $400<\/a>\/\u00a3400<\/a>, but its stylish RGB design, Sensa HD haptics, solid battery life, and handy base station do a lot to justify its eye-watering price. Of course, all this is wrapped up in the Kraken\u2019s iconic design.<\/p>\n

With Razer\u2019s Synapse 4, you get access to an audio equalizer across both stereo and THX Spatial Audio, as well as the option to set default profiles for specific games. Not only does the sound tab give you a full equalizer and sound profiles, but it also lets you split the volume between chat and audio.<\/p>\n

Out of the box, the Razer Kraken V4 Pro\u2019s sound is decent, but not on par with some of the best gaming headsets out there. But after a bit of tweaking each of the audio profiles I managed to create the perfect audio profiles that matched the sound quality of some of the best headsets I\u2019ve ever tested.<\/p>\n

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Connectivity: <\/strong>2.4 GHz, USB, Bluetooth (AAC, SBC)
Drivers: <\/strong>40 mm
Driver Type: <\/strong>Razer TriForce Bio-Cellulose
Impedance: <\/strong>32 \u03a9 (1 kHz)
Frequency Response: <\/strong>20 Hz \u2013 28 kHz
Microphone Type: <\/strong>Retractable
Pick-up Pattern: <\/strong>Unidirectional
Virtual Surround Sound: <\/strong>THX Spatial Audio
Battery Life: <\/strong>Up to 50 hours (Haptics and lighting off, 2.4 GHz connection)
RGB Lighting: <\/strong>Razer Chroma RGB
Compatibility: <\/strong>PC, Mac, PS5, Nintendo Switch, Android, iOS
Price: <\/strong>$400<\/a>\/\u00a3400<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

I found the mids to be slightly underwhelming, especially in games, but again, this was easily resolved with a few tweaks in the EQ. If you find yourself screaming it\u2019s all about the bass at your screen right now, fear not, without any tweaking needed I quickly found myself immersed in the sound of explosions with a booming bass on games like Call of Duty, which were only amplified by the rumble of the haptic feedback.<\/p>\n

Out of the box, I would say the Razer Kraken V4 Pro offers the same audio experience you would expect to see in a cheaper mid-range gaming headset, but with minimal tweaking in Razer\u2019s incredible Synapse 4 software, they easily become a top contender, offering premium sound across games, movies, and music.<\/p>\n

Of course, when it comes to picking the best gaming headset<\/a>, comfort should always be at the forefront of your mind. If you\u2019re planning to enjoy long gaming sessions, you want a headset that\u2019s going to feel comfortable, especially during longer gaming sessions.<\/p>\n

The Razer Kraken V4 Pro ditches the Razer Kraken V4\u2019s mesh cover in favor of leather earcups. Not only does this make them more comfortable, but Razer also claims it\u2019s more conductive, and therefore improves the haptic feedback. While it feels unlikely the move to leather would make that much of a difference when it comes to haptic feedback, the added comfort the plush leather earcups offer is a welcomed addition.<\/p>\n

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After trying and testing multiple premium gaming headsets, the Razer Kraken V4 Pro is by far one of the most comfortable headsets I have ever tried. In fact, after gaming with them for several hours, I found that even with the haptic feedback on full, I still found them to be among the most comfortable headsets I have ever worn.<\/p>\n

The headset itself comes with all the controls you could need at your fingertips, without needing to use the base station or Razer Synapse 4. It includes buttons to mute the microphone, change the haptic intensity, and audio profiles, as well as a simple-to-use scroll wheel to adjust the volume.<\/p>\n

Although the Razer Kraken V4 Pro is easy enough to control from the headset itself, the base station does make it easier. With access to change most of the headset settings and audio profiles with an easy-to-use dial, and an OLED screen, most settings can be changed quickly without needing to take you out of the game for too long.<\/p>\n

Just like everything else on the Razer Kraken V4 Pro, the OLED screen on the base hub is also completely customizable via Razer Synapse 4. With multiple animations to choose from, including timeout displays, and the option to adjust the brightness and how long it takes to timeout, there\u2019s plenty here to make it fit in with the rest of your gaming setup.<\/p>\n

You can even have it display information such as the music you\u2019re playing, and key information about components in your gaming PC<\/a>, or you can just go for an emoji, because, why not?<\/p>\n

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The hub also features two USB-C ports for changing between PC and console, as well as an auxiliary port. Running the Razer Kraken V4 Pro on your console is as simple as switching to the console port and plugging in the hub. However, the headset doesn\u2019t work with Xbox consoles, which is something to consider if you\u2019re looking for a PC\/Xbox headset.<\/p>\n

Thanks to Bluetooth, you can even use the Razer Kraken V4 Pro on your Steam Deck, Nintendo Switch, and other handheld gaming PCs<\/a>\/consoles.<\/p>\n

Great audio isn’t the only thing you need to worry about when choosing a new headset. The microphone itself needs to be impressive enough to warrant such a high price tag. Thankfully, the Razer Kraken V4 Pro\u2019s HyperClear super wideband microphone offers incredible clarity with a 32 kHz sampling rate.<\/p>\n