Once again, Razer drops another collaborative headset, this time with Sanrio and Hello Kitty. I’ve reviewed many Razer products recently, and this one is likely to be their biggest yet. There is no questioning the popularity of Hello Kitty; it’s one of the biggest media franchises in the world. With Razer already having the Kraken Kitty line of gaming headsets, this was inevitable.
This headset is not new in design, function, or capability, but it is new in colorway. Exclusive to Target, it’s quite a bit more than the standard version at $139.99, but I do not doubt that this will sell extremely well. Especially for those who stream, I expect to see many heads adorned with it.
The Iconic Design
Razer did not reinvent the wheel with this collaborative headset. This is the same exact design as the previous Hello Kitty Kraken Kitty V2. This Kraken Kitty V2 is multiple shades of salmon pink, with no other color present anywhere on the headset. My favorite detail here is the metallic texture, making it feel more premium than other variations of this same design. This is clearly designed to be a higher-tier option than the currently offered white and pink version. The Razer logos, unfortunately, remain on the ears, which seems like a missed opportunity to put Hello Kitty logos, considering the Gengar Edition put Gengar logos on the ears.
Otherwise, the build quality is premium and within expectations for Razer, with plush padding and tactile headband sliders that feel like they won’t break anytime soon. They’re somewhat large, but don’t feel heavy whatsoever. These are both solid in build quality and light in weight, which is a combination that few can pull off. These are shockingly robust and feel substantial when equipped, even with them being so light. Overall, Razer did a fantastic job with the design; they’re not too minimalist or too maximalist. A tasteful balance of cuteness and function.
Features and Functionality
The Kraken Kitty V2 comes equipped with Razer’s HyperClear cardioid microphone, which is clear and has little background noise. I wouldn’t replace my dedicated desktop microphone with it, but for talking to your friends, it works just fine. The microphone isn’t detachable, but it’s fairly flexible, so you can position it to your liking. Within this price point, it’s decent enough, and it’ll work for most use cases.
Razer’s TriForce 40mm drivers power the sound of these cans, and they’re pretty good. I wouldn’t suggest these to audiophiles, but for the average consumer or gamer, they get the job done. Luckily, there is an equalizer in the software, so you can tune it to your liking. There is no distortion when maxing out the bass, even when cranking these to their max volume. I think even leaving the headset on its default equalizer profile will do just fine, and I imagine that most people won’t feel the need to tinker with it.
The 7.1 surround sound is impressive and works great for competitive shooters, especially when listening for footsteps or gunfire. This can only be activated with Razer’s 7.1 Surround Sound software, which also requires using the activation code that the headset comes with. I find it a bit ridiculous that this feature needs an activation key to use, but it’s a one-time use. This also means that you cannot use 7.1 surround sound with anything but Windows, meaning that PlayStation and Xbox gamers won’t be able to experience it.
For the connectivity, these only have USB-A, and don’t seem to come with an adapter for USB-C in the box. The lack of a wireless option is a hard no for me, as I won’t ever be going back to being tethered to my computer. I leave my room far too often for me to consider any wired headset, as I would have to pause my game and put my Discord calls on hold. In the big 2026, this is a huge let-down, especially considering how there are many great options around this price point that are wireless. Even though they’re not themed, the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 and HyperX Cloud III Wireless offer very compelling options around this price point.
A Hello Kitty Fan’s Dream
As I said in my Kraken Kitty V2 Gengar Edition review, this headset is meant to be seen by people other than yourself. Like every Razer Chroma product, the lights on the headset react to stream alerts. Because of this, the Kraken Kitty line of headsets feels purposefully tailored towards streamers with their webcam on.
At $139.99, the Hello Kitty Edition of Razer’s Kraken Kitty V2 isn’t exactly a budget option, especially with this one being wired. Especially in 2026, wireless should be the standard at this price point. I personally don’t have any connection to the brand, but for Hello Kitty and Sanrio fans, I believe that it’s a good collector’s piece and would serve as a great gift. I do feel like the metallic finish helps justify the price gap between this and the standard white version. It feels like a step above, and that matters, especially when you’re paying a premium for what is otherwise the same headset. Whether or not it’s worth the extra cash comes down to how much the Hello Kitty branding means to you.
Collaborative products like this tend to have a limited shelf life. Once they’re gone, they’re gone, and the exclusivity to Target only makes that reality more likely. Of course, that all depends on how much this collaboration sells and when this collaboration expires. For Sanrio merchandise collectors, waiting too long may mean paying more for this headset, so I’d recommend grabbing it sooner rather than later.
Final Verdict
The Razer Kraken Kitty V2 Hello Kitty Edition knows exactly who it’s for. This is a headset for Sanrio fans, streamers, and tech collectors. The audio is decent, they’re fairly comfortable, and the design is iconic.
Even with the Target exclusivity, this could be one of Razer’s most commercially successful headsets yet. Hello Kitty has a staggering global reach, and pairing that with the Kraken Kitty Line, which was already designed with kitty ears, it feels like a match made in heaven. I do not doubt that this collaborative headset will do extremely well, especially with the all-pink colorway.
Disclaimer: Razer provided the Razer Kraken Kitty V2 Hello Kitty Edition for review purposes.
