Reviewing the Razer Barracuda X Chroma Wireless Gaming Headset

The new Razer Barracuda X Chroma is here and there's a lot to talk about. In this video we unbox the headset, talk about the features and specs, take a look at the weight and build quality, test the microphone, and discuss the overall sound quality. The Barracuda X Chroma packs-in a lot of features, but is it worth is $129 USD asking price?
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Specs & Features
Earcup Design: Over-Ear, Closed Back
Ear Cushion Material: Fabric / Memory Foam
40mm Drivers
Speaker Frequency Response: 20Hz - 20kHz
Microphone: Detachable Razer Hyperclear, Cardioid Pick-up
Materials: Plastic
Bit Depth: 16
Controls: Volume, Mic Mute, SmartSwitch
Weight: 285g, 295g with Microphone
Compatibility: PC, Mac, Playstation, Nintendo Switch, Steam Deck, Mobile Devices
MSRP: $129 USD
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FULL DISCLOSURE: The product featured in this video was provided free of charge by the manufacturer. The opinions expressed in the video are my own and were not influenced by any outside party.

[@KibaSakuraLove]

Thanks a ton! After 4 years of use my old headset cut the line and these look like the perfect fit for me, you really went into all the details I needed to hear!

[@ECPUz]

Glad to hear you liked the video!

[@HattrickClaudiuHKS]

Hello @@ECPUz, can you use it wired? Without the USB wireless chip connected to the PC? Thanks!

[@Arbiter-j6l]

Well edited, straight to the point. Exceptional performance. Keep it up

[@YouCee__]

great quality review amazing work thank you, subscribed!

[@StrategistArob-j2s]

Hi There, How are you? You are making amazing video content. I just watched your KZbin video and your video quality is appreciable. I am so impressed by your content.

[@CosmoXOcean]

I had the 2022 Version of the Baracudda X headset and i just ordered these. Hopefully theyre a upgrade

[@vondreas]

Just got these yesterday, amazing upgrade over the outdated Corsair Void RGB wireless… Only problem it has some issues with non-standard Custom Windows ROMs like discord or any mic capturing program muting all others but other than that, no complaints

[@ojsannals6877]

What wireless headsets have good mics would you say? Do any offer 24 bit? These sound similar to or maybe a little worse than the SteelSeries arctis nova 5 wireless

[@Jackmax2011]

Kinda sucks the Bluetooth isn’t simultaneous connection like how the stealth 700 can

[@Amp_Edition]

ill never excuse companies for dodging simultaneous bluetooth, they simply are just cheeping out on us. Steel Series i believe was one of the first and that was years ago!

[@clawson32104]

How is the clamp force compared to the Kraken V4? I have a small oval head and had to return the Kraken V4 as they just fell off my head even on the smallest setting. Shame as I liked the headset otherwise. So im deciding between this model or the previous Kraken V3 Pro which i can get for $180

[@Carlos87836]

What software in pc did you used?

[@maylispradier3822]

Hi, Compatibility with tempest 3d of ps5 ?

[@thecrimsondemonest4l]

Does it work on Xbox?

[@somestudent5253]

Nope. Get the 2022 non chroma for wired support for xbox

[@thecrimsondemonest4l]

well Shit… I was looking for another wireless headset for my Xbox

[@oreorevic298]

So there are some questions I have on features you haven't touched in your review. Does it work with PS5? I persume it should work with dongle, maybe even with bluetooth. Also I saw software has advanced chroma features. Does it mean it works in sync with other Razer chroma devices like mice and keyboards?

[@Anishthedanish]

Yes and yes

[@InJerzWeTrust]

can you use them wired?

[@marionotbros2]

wired as is charging yes, they don't have an AUX port though, only the older version of the barracudas have that feature

[@yuri-0019]

Does it have wired support? Theres rumor that theres no wired in case of no battery

[@vondreas]

No 3.5mm, this is 2025. Just use a usb-c all the time for power or just buy another. Welcome to capitalism bucko

[@konggal6925]

Between this and Kraken V4 which would you recommend to get? Or even the blackshark v2 pro

[@ECPUz]

I haven't used the Blackshark V2 Pro. Between the Barracuda X Chroma and the Kraken V4, it depends on what's more important to you: sound or microphone quality. The Barracuda has a better mic, but the Kraken has better overall sound quality.

[@konggal6925]

@@ECPUz Ah fair, got talked into buying a audeze maxwell P instead of razer >.

[@eness___]

i think blackshark v2 pro has better mic. i watched many comparitions and bought v2 pro. it is better than Barracuda X Chroma as well

[@sweeeesua]

Что со звуком микрофона? Какой ужас, почему они не сделают нормальный микрофон за такую цену....