Razer Kraken Drivers: How to Download, Install & Update

Three easy ways to keep Kraken X drivers updated

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Key notes

  • Keeping your Razer Kraken headset drivers can be the best way to use it to its utmost capabilities.
  • Obsolete drivers can hamper your device and computer performance; therefore, keeping them up to date is advised. 
  • It is advised to keep an eye on Firmware updates to ensure your Razer products are up to date.
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Are you annoyed by cracking sound and lagged output on your Razer Kraken headsets? Well, these issues usually occur due to outdated or missing drivers. Unfortunately, this issue seems to affect Razer Kraken and Razen Kraken X drivers.

This post will discuss how we can download and install Razer Kraken drivers in three easy ways.

How can I download, install and update Razer Kraken drivers?

Before moving to the detailed methods, please keep these in mind: 

  • First, your computer should be connected to the internet.
  • Only install drivers manually if you are confident in doing so. 
  • In case of updating drivers manually, please remember the device make and model to ensure the correct driver is installed.
  • Save your work before starting the process.

Now that we know how to prepare, let’s install the Razer Kraken drivers.

1. Using Device Manager

  1. Press Windows + R to get the Run window.
  2. Type devmgmt.msc and hit Enter to get Device Manager.Device driver Kraken
  3. Now go to Audio inputs and outputs and expand the list.
  4. Navigate to the Razer Kraken driver and right-click it.
  5. From the context menu, select Update driver.Update driver kraken
  6. On the next window, click Search automatically for drivers.
  7. If there is an update available, Windows will download it.
  8. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the process.

2. Using a third-party tool

Installing drivers can be challenging especially when you are not tech-savvy. Finding the driver’s correct version for your device can be a troublesome task. Also, it can be time-consuming. That’s where the driver updater tool comes in handy. 

These utilities can scan your computer and inform you about outdated drivers. Moreover, with a few clicks, it can download, install and update drivers.

3. Download drivers using official software by Razer

Note: Make sure all the apps related to the headset, such as Synapse, are closed, and then proceed.

  1. Download and Install the latest firmware update.
  2. Locate the .exe file and double-click it to run.FIRMWARE Updates
  3. Click Next to proceed.
  4. The app will ask you to plug in your device to the computer.Firmware 2
  5. Connect your headsets using a USB cable or Wireless Transmitter to your computer.
  6. Click Update and confirm the action.
  7. Unplug the headphones and replug them. Firmware 4
  8. On the next prompt, you will be notified that the update is complete. Click Close.Updated
  9. Reboot your computer to let the changes take effect.

So, in this way, you can download, update and install drivers for your Razer Kraken headset. These steps can help you download drivers on all Kraken headsets, including Kraken X.

Try any of them to keep your Razer Kraken drivers updated, and if we have missed any of the methods, please mention them in the comments section below. 

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Loredana Harsana

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Loredana is a passionate writer with a keen interest in PC software and technology. She started off writing about mobile phones back when Samsung Galaxy S II was on top of the world and she fell in love with tech of all sorts. Whenever she’s not at her work desk, you'll find her enjoying refreshing tea flavors, spilling stories on paper, and listening to the radio.

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