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MSI DS502 vs Razer Kraken Forged Edition

MSI DS502 Headphones
MSI DS502
Razer Kraken Forged Edition Headphones
Razer Kraken Forged Edition
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Editiorial reviews
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Today we are taking a look at MSI's brand new gaming headset, the DS502, boasting 7.1 surround soundRead more
Introduction MSI may be better known for their motherboards and graphics cards, but now they're taking another step into the world of PC gaming with the release of the MSI DS502 Gaming Headset. Equipped with a pair of powerful 40mm drivers, a noise cancelling microphone and the MSI Dragon LED lighting, they've got just enough features to appeal to a lot of gamers, and even more so thanks to the fairly promising price tag of $69.99. However, it's a fierce and competitive market these days, with a huge range of competing products for a similar price, so let's find outRead more
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Full Comparison

Technical details

MSI DS502MSI DS502
Razer Kraken Forged EditionRazer Kraken Forged Edition
Sound outputStereoStereo
StyleOver-EarOver-Ear
Connectivity technologyWiredWired
Headset (integrated/enclosed microphone)yesno

Design

MSI DS502MSI DS502
Razer Kraken Forged EditionRazer Kraken Forged Edition
Colour of productBlack,Red
  • Black
  • Black,Blue
  • Black,Green
  • Black,Silver
  • Green
Acoustic designClosedOpen
Attachment typeHeadbandHeadband

Dimensions

MSI DS502MSI DS502
Razer Kraken Forged EditionRazer Kraken Forged Edition
Weight14.29 oz11.36 oz

Sound

MSI DS502MSI DS502
Razer Kraken Forged EditionRazer Kraken Forged Edition
Impedance32.0 Ω32.0 Ω
Sensitivity< 105< 100
Frequency range20 - 2000012 - 28000
Driver technologyDynamicDynamic
Driver size1.57 in1.57 in

Microphone

MSI DS502MSI DS502
Razer Kraken Forged EditionRazer Kraken Forged Edition
Microphone typeBoom microphoneBoom microphone
Microphone sensitivity-36.0 dB-38.0 dB

Connectivity

MSI DS502MSI DS502
Razer Kraken Forged EditionRazer Kraken Forged Edition
Cable length21.3
3.5 mm/6.3 mm adapter includednoyes
Type of connector
  • 3.5mm
  • USB
  • 3.5mm
  • 2.5mm
  • USB
USByesno
Detachable cablenono

Power

MSI DS502MSI DS502
Razer Kraken Forged EditionRazer Kraken Forged Edition
Battery operatednono

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