This guide covers all the differences between each AKRacing series and models. The guide has been breakdown to several topics to help better find which chair better fits your needs and body type.

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Recommended series depending on your weight and height
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Main features of each series
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Suggested user height: Up to 6'3" (190 cm)
Suggested weight limit: 250 lb (185 kg)
3 different colors: Black, Blue, Red
Chair height: 49.25" to 52.75" (adjustable)
Type of cover: Fabric
Adjustable backseat: Yes (180°)
Armrests: 3-Direction adjustable
Mechanism: Conventional
Base: Aluminum
Wheels (casters): 2" PU
Accessories included: Lumbar cushion & headrest cushion
Price: $349.00 (Free Shipping)
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Suggested user height: Up to 6'3" (190 cm)
Suggested weight limit: 275 lb (125 kg)
3 different colors: Black, Blue, Red
Chair height: 49.25" to 52.75" (adjustable)
Type of cover: Cover
Adjustable backseat: Yes (180°)
Armrests: 3-Direction adjustable
Mechanism: Conventional
Base: Aluminum
Wheels (casters): 2" PU
Accessories included: Lumbar cushion & headrest cushion
Price: $369.00 (Free Shipping)
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Suggested user height: Up to 6'5" (195 cm)
Suggested weight limit: 275 lb (125 kg)
3 different colors: Black, Red, Indigo
Chair height: 51" to 54" (adjustable)
Type of cover: Leatherette
Adjustable backseat: Yes (180°)
Armrests: 3-Direction adjustable
Mechanism: Conventional
Base: Aluminum
Wheels (casters): 2.5" PU
Accessories included: Lumbar cushion & headrest cushion
Price: $449.00 (Free Shipping)
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Suggested user height: Up to 6'7" (200 cm)
Suggested weight limit: 350 lb (159 kg)
5 different colors: Black, Blue, Indigo, Red, White
Chair height: 51.4" to 54" (adjustable)
Type of cover: Leatherette
Adjustable backseat: Yes (180°)
Armrests: 4-Direction adjustable
Mechanism: Multi-Functional
Base: Aluminum
Wheels (casters): 2.5"
Accessories included: Lumbar cushion & headrest cushion
Price: $519.00 (Free Shipping)
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Suggested user height: Up to 6'5" (195 cm)
Suggested weight limit: 250 lb (113 kg)
1 color available: Black
Chair height: 51.4" to 51" (adjustable)
Type of cover: Leatherette
Adjustable backseat: Yes (180°)
Armrests: 4-Direction adjustable
Mechanism: Conventional
Base: Aluminum
Wheels (casters): 2.5" PU
Accessories included: Lumbar cushion & headrest cushion
Price: $479.00 (Free Shipping)
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Suggested user height: Up to 6'7" (200 cm)
Suggested weight limit: 275 lb (125 kg)
1 different color: Black
Chair height: 50.4" to 53.5" (adjustable)
Type of cover: Leatherette or Full Grain Leather
Adjustable backseat: Yes (180°)
Armrests: 3-Direction adjustable
Mechanism: Multi-functional
Base: Aluminum
Wheels (casters): 2.5" PU
Accessories included: Lumbar cushion & headrest cushion
Price: $629.00 to $699.00 (Free Shipping)
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Suggested user height: Up to 6'3" (190 cm)
Suggested weight limit: 220 lb (100 kg)
1 color available: Black
Chair height: 49.4" to 52.5" (adjustable)
Type of cover: Fabric
Adjustable backseat: Yes (180°)
Armrests: 3-Direction adjustable
Mechanism: Multi-functional
Base: Aluminum
Wheels (casters): 2.5" PU
Accessories included: Lumbar cushion & headrest cushion
Price: $369.00 (Free Shipping)
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Suggested user height: Up to 6'5" (195 cm)
Suggested weight limit: 275 lb (125 kg)
6 models available
5 different colors: Black, White, Silver, Green, Blue
Chair height: 51.4" to 54" (adjustable)
Type of cover: Leatherette
Adjustable backseat: Yes (180°)
Armrests: 3-Direction adjustable
Mechanism: Conventional
Base: Aluminum
Wheels (casters): 2.5" PU
Accessories included: Lumbar cushion & headrest cushion
Price: $499.00 to $529.00 (Free Shipping)
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Suggested user height: Up to 6'7" (200 cm)
Suggested weight limit: 275 lb (125 kg)
5 different colors: Black, Blue, Grey, Red, White
Chair height: 48.25" to 51.75" (adjustable)
Type of cover: Leatherette
Adjustable backseat: Yes (180°)
Armrests: 4-Direction adjustable
Mechanism: Multi-functional
Base: Aluminum
Wheels (casters): 2.5" PU
Accessories included: Lumbar cushion & headrest cushion
Price: $599.00 (Free Shipping)
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What they have in common?
Matching color lumbar and/or headrest cushions. Even if the cushions are not showing up in the product's pictures, you can check the product description to confirm which cushion comes with your model.
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Footrest shaped base allows you to rest your feet comfortably on the base. The base's color matches the rest of the chair.
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Adjustable armrests. Up to 4-direction adjustable armrests available. Click here to get more details about the armrests.
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12 adjustable backseat positions allowing you to recline the backseat of the gaming chair up to 180°.
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Adjustable height and tilt tensionusing the specially designed handle allowing you to quickly adjust your chair.
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Ergonomic design allowing you to sit comfortably for long hours without causing any back pains or discomfort.
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Can support up to 350 lb depending on the Series.
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Lifetime warranty on frame, 2-year warranty on parts and 1 year on accessories.
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Free shipping to the contiguous U.S. and Canada.
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Cover types
Polyurethane (PU) |
Leather Style Vinyl (PVC) |
Fabric |
Feels and looks like leather compared to PVC
Waterproof
Easy to clean
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Waterproof
Easy to clean
Often used to recreate carbon fiber design
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More resistant to animal claws
Always stays at room temperature
Cheaper price due to manufacturing cost
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We highly suggest to not go for a Fabric cover if you:
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Smoke (odors can be easily locked in the fabric, which can be difficult to remove or cover)
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Eat or drink a lot while sitting at your desk
Comparaison of the different bases
Usually chairs have 2 different types of bases: nylon or aluminium. There is no major difference between them since they both offer the same features.
Please keep in mind that both types can support the weight limit without any issues.
Nylon |
Aluminium |

Matte finish
Only available in black
Footrest shaped
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Shiny finish
Available in black and silver (will be shown in the pictures of each chair)
Footrest shaped
Can support more weight than nylon
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Armrests comparaison
3-Direction Adjustable |
4-Direction Adjustable |


Adjustable height
Adjustable angle (15°)
Adjustable top part (2 directions: front/back)
Soft surface
Available on the EX, EX-Wide, LX Plus, LX Plus, Onyx, Opal and Premium
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Adjustable height
Adjustable angle (15°)
Adjustable top part (all 4 directions)
Soft surface
Available on the Max, Obsidian and Pro
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After reading this guide, you should have the information you need as far as what to look for when purchasing a Gaming Chair.
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