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.

Topics

**Recommended series depending on your height and weight**

Main features of each series

What they all have in common?

Cover types

Comparaison of the different bases

Armrests comparaison

    Recommended series depending on your weight and height
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    Main features of each series

    AKRacing EX

    AKRacing EX 
  1. Suggested user height: Up to 6'3" (190 cm)
  2. Suggested weight limit: 250 lb (185 kg)
  3. 3 different colors: Black, Blue, Red
  4. Chair height: 49.25" to 52.75" (adjustable)
  5. Type of cover: Fabric
  6. Adjustable backseat: Yes (180°)
  7. Armrests: 3-Direction adjustable
  8. Mechanism: Conventional
  9. Base: Aluminum
  10. Wheels (casters): 2" PU
  11. Accessories included: Lumbar cushion & headrest cushion
  12. Price: $349.00 (Free Shipping)
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    AKRacing EX-Wide

    AKRacing EX-Wide 
  13. Suggested user height: Up to 6'3" (190 cm)
  14. Suggested weight limit: 275 lb (125 kg)
  15. 3 different colors: Black, Blue, Red
  16. Chair height: 49.25" to 52.75" (adjustable)
  17. Type of cover: Cover
  18. Adjustable backseat: Yes (180°)
  19. Armrests: 3-Direction adjustable
  20. Mechanism: Conventional
  21. Base: Aluminum
  22. Wheels (casters): 2" PU
  23. Accessories included: Lumbar cushion & headrest cushion
  24. Price: $369.00 (Free Shipping)
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    AKRacing LX Plus

    AKRacing LX Plus 
  25. Suggested user height: Up to 6'5" (195 cm)
  26. Suggested weight limit: 275 lb (125 kg)
  27. 3 different colors: Black, Red, Indigo
  28. Chair height: 51" to 54" (adjustable)
  29. Type of cover: Leatherette
  30. Adjustable backseat: Yes (180°)
  31. Armrests: 3-Direction adjustable
  32. Mechanism: Conventional
  33. Base: Aluminum
  34. Wheels (casters): 2.5" PU
  35. Accessories included: Lumbar cushion & headrest cushion
  36. Price: $449.00 (Free Shipping)
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    AKRacing Max

    AKRacing Max
  37. Suggested user height: Up to 6'7" (200 cm)
  38. Suggested weight limit: 350 lb (159 kg)
  39. 5 different colors: Black, Blue, Indigo, Red, White
  40. Chair height: 51.4" to 54" (adjustable)
  41. Type of cover: Leatherette
  42. Adjustable backseat: Yes (180°)
  43. Armrests: 4-Direction adjustable
  44. Mechanism: Multi-Functional
  45. Base: Aluminum
  46. Wheels (casters): 2.5"
  47. Accessories included: Lumbar cushion & headrest cushion
  48. Price: $519.00 (Free Shipping)
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    AKRacing Obsidian

    AKRacing Obsidian
  49. Suggested user height: Up to 6'5" (195 cm)
  50. Suggested weight limit: 250 lb (113 kg)
  51. 1 color available: Black
  52. Chair height: 51.4" to 51" (adjustable)
  53. Type of cover: Leatherette
  54. Adjustable backseat: Yes (180°)
  55. Armrests: 4-Direction adjustable
  56. Mechanism: Conventional
  57. Base: Aluminum
  58. Wheels (casters): 2.5" PU
  59. Accessories included: Lumbar cushion & headrest cushion
  60. Price: $479.00 (Free Shipping)
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    AKRacing Onyx

    AKRacing Onyx
  61. Suggested user height: Up to 6'7" (200 cm)
  62. Suggested weight limit: 275 lb (125 kg)
  63. 1 different color: Black
  64. Chair height: 50.4" to 53.5" (adjustable)
  65. Type of cover: Leatherette or Full Grain Leather
  66. Adjustable backseat: Yes (180°)
  67. Armrests: 3-Direction adjustable
  68. Mechanism: Multi-functional
  69. Base: Aluminum
  70. Wheels (casters): 2.5" PU
  71. Accessories included: Lumbar cushion & headrest cushion
  72. Price: $629.00 to $699.00 (Free Shipping)
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    AKRacing Opal

    AKRacing Opal
  73. Suggested user height: Up to 6'3" (190 cm)
  74. Suggested weight limit: 220 lb (100 kg)
  75. 1 color available: Black
  76. Chair height: 49.4" to 52.5" (adjustable)
  77. Type of cover: Fabric
  78. Adjustable backseat: Yes (180°)
  79. Armrests: 3-Direction adjustable
  80. Mechanism: Multi-functional
  81. Base: Aluminum
  82. Wheels (casters): 2.5" PU
  83. Accessories included: Lumbar cushion & headrest cushion
  84. Price: $369.00 (Free Shipping)
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    AKRacing Premium

    AKRacing Premium
  85. Suggested user height: Up to 6'5" (195 cm)
  86. Suggested weight limit: 275 lb (125 kg)
  87. 6 models available
  88. 5 different colors: Black, White, Silver, Green, Blue
  89. Chair height: 51.4" to 54" (adjustable)
  90. Type of cover: Leatherette
  91. Adjustable backseat: Yes (180°)
  92. Armrests: 3-Direction adjustable
  93. Mechanism: Conventional
  94. Base: Aluminum
  95. Wheels (casters): 2.5" PU
  96. Accessories included: Lumbar cushion & headrest cushion
  97. Price: $499.00 to $529.00 (Free Shipping)
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    AKRacing Pro

    AKRacing Pro 
  98. Suggested user height: Up to 6'7" (200 cm)
  99. Suggested weight limit: 275 lb (125 kg)
  100. 5 different colors: Black, Blue, Grey, Red, White
  101. Chair height: 48.25" to 51.75" (adjustable)
  102. Type of cover: Leatherette
  103. Adjustable backseat: Yes (180°)
  104. Armrests: 4-Direction adjustable
  105. Mechanism: Multi-functional
  106. Base: Aluminum
  107. Wheels (casters): 2.5" PU
  108. Accessories included: Lumbar cushion & headrest cushion
  109. 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.

    AKRacing cushions

    Footrest shaped base allows you to rest your feet comfortably on the base. The base's color matches the rest of the chair.

    Strong aluminium base

    Adjustable armrests. Up to 4-direction adjustable armrests available. Click here to get more details about the armrests.

    AKRacing armrests

    12 adjustable backseat positions allowing you to recline the backseat of the gaming chair up to 180°.

    Adjustable backseat

    Adjustable height and tilt tensionusing the specially designed handle allowing you to quickly adjust your chair.

    Adjustable height

    Ergonomic design allowing you to sit comfortably for long hours without causing any back pains or discomfort.

    Can support up to 350 lb depending on the Series.

    AKRacing weight limit

    Lifetime warranty on frame, 2-year warranty on parts and 1 year on accessories.

    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:

                • Smoke (odors can be easily locked in the fabric, which can be difficult to remove or cover)

                • 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

                  3 Directions Armrest

                  3 Directions Armrest

                • 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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                  AKRacing 3 directions armrest

                  AKRacing 4 directions armrest

                • Adjustable height
                • Adjustable angle (15°)
                • Adjustable top part (all 4 directions)
                • Soft surface
                • Available on the Max, Obsidian and Pro
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                  AKRacing chairs

                  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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