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Razer Barracuda X Chroma. Product type: Headset. Connectivity technology: Wireless, Bluetooth. Recommended usage: Gaming. Headphone frequency: 20 - 20000 Hz. Weight: 285 g. Product colour: Black
Barracuda X Chroma
RAZER BARRACUDA X CHROMAHYBRID AUDIO FREEDOM. ILLUMINATED.Whether youre at home or on the go, experience true audio versatility and flair anywhere with the Razer Barracuda X Chroma. Featuring Razer SmartSwitch Dual Wireless, toggle between gaming and mobile use instantly with a lightweight wireless RGB gaming headset that offers the best of both worlds.
RAZER SMARTSWITCH DUAL WIRELESSQuick-Toggle Between Razer HyperSpeed & BluetoothCapable of connecting to a 2.4GHz and Bluetooth device at once, SmartSwitch enables seamless shifting between both for unrivalled convenience.
Calls from a connected Bluetooth device will automatically come through, so you can conveniently take the call then switch back to the game audio without ever removing the headset.
Do Not Disturb Mode can be toggled on in the Razer Audio app if you want to block incoming calls from coming through, while a dedicated button on the headset allows you to manually switch between HyperSpeed Wireless and Bluetooth audio sources.
MULTI-PLATFORM FREEDOMWith
2.4 GHz wireless and Bluetooth capabilities, enjoy gaming on all your favorite devices from PC, PlayStation, to your smartphone, and more with our multi-platform gaming headset.
6-ZONE EARCUP LIGHTING
Powered by Razer Chroma RGB
Enjoy new, stunning RGB lighting effects on a wireless gaming headset featuring 6-zone earcup lighting. With access to 16.8 million colors and a suite of lighting effects, apply your preferred settings and watch it work seamlessly with over 300 games and 500 devices across more than 50 partners.
PERSONALIZE CHROMA EFFECTS
Via Razer Audio App & Razer Synapse
285 G
ERGONOMIC DESIGN
All-Day Comfort Both Indoors & Out
Built for gaming marathons and portable enough for daily commutes, this lightweight gaming headset includes breathable memory foam ear cushions and swiveling earcups for a snug, comfortable fit.
RAZER TRIFORCE 40 MM DRIVERS
High-End Audio Performance
Our patented 3-part driver design pushes out exceptional highs, mids, and lows that dont muddy, providing deeper gaming immersion and a more dynamic listening experience for music and videos.
DETACHABLE RAZER HYPERCLEAR CARDIOID MIC
Crystal-Clear Voice Capture
This wireless headset features an upgraded mic with improved bass and high frequency pick up, making your voice sound warmer and more natural. Additionally, make the headset more travel-friendly for mobile use by removing it at any time.
70-HOUR
BATTERY LIFE
Multi-Day Use
The wireless headset now offers increased battery lifea 40% improvement from the Barracuda Xs 50 hours. Additionally, a quick 15 minutes of charging will yield approximately 6 hours of play time. Power through multiple days of working, gaming and commuting without worry. Be ready to take on anything with an everyday essential thats always ready to go.
MOBILE APP CUSTOMIZATION
Maximize the Razer Barracuda X Chromas full potential with the Razer Audio App. Check essential settings like battery status and make on-the-fly adjustments like customizing EQ and Chroma, toggling Do Not Disturb mode, and more.
Whats new with the Razer Barracuda X Chroma?
The Barracuda X Chroma now comes with 6-zone earcup lighting for added flair, longer battery life of up to 70 hours, and an upgraded detachable Razer HyperClear cardioid mic.
What makes the Razer Barracuda X Chroma a hybrid headset?
The Razer Barracuda X Chroma is fully equipped to provide a complete audio experience, regardless of whether youre gaming at home or enjoying entertainment on the go. With the headsets USB Type C dongle still connected to your PC/console, you can switch to Bluetooth at any time for a quick and easy, grab-and-go experience when moving from indoors to outdoors.
What is Razer SmartSwitch Dual Wireless?
It is a feature that lets you connect a 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth device to the headset at once, allowing for seamless use between them without having to manually pair and unpair. Simply double-tap the Razer SmartSwitch button to toggle between wireless modes.
What audio EQ profile should I be using?
For the best audio experience, Razer recommends using the Game EQ for competitive shooter games, Movie EQ for MOBAs, RPGs or watching movies, and Music EQ for all forms of music content. A fourth Custom EQ is also available which can be personalized via the Razer Audio App to strike that perfect audio balance.
Can I upgrade the 7.1 Surround Sound on this headset?
Yes, you can upgrade it to THX Spatial Audioan advanced 7.1 Surround Sound application designed for even more customizable positional audio, which comes with a greater suite of features such as custom-tuned profiles optimized for your favorite games. Find out more at razer.com/thx-spatial-audio.
Purchase the Razer Barracuda X Chroma and get 50% off this upgrade by claiming the promo code from the 7.1 Surround Sound app.
How do I re-pair the Bluetooth on the headset?
Press and hold the SmartSwitch button on the headset for 7 sec to enter Bluetooth pairing mode. Once the LED indicator starts flashing blue, you are free to pair the headset with any Bluetooth enabled device.
How long does it take to charge the Razer Barracuda X Chroma?
A full charge of 70 hours of play time will take around 4 hours, while 15 minutes of charge will yield approximately 6 hours of play time.
Why doesnt the Razer Barracuda X Chroma appear on Synapse 3?
The headset is only supported on Razer Synapse 4 for its full suite of features and customization Barracuda X Chroma
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20 - 20000 Hz, 32 Ω, 96 dB, 40 mm, 285 g
Razer Barracuda X Chroma. Product type: Headset. Connectivity technology: Wireless, Bluetooth. Recommended usage: Gaming. Headphone frequency: 20 - 20000 Hz. Weight: 285 g. Product colour: Black
Warranty information: 2 years
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Razer Barracuda X Chroma Headset Wireless Head-band Gaming USB Type-C Bluetooth Black RZ04-05220100-R3M1 Specifications
Product Type
Headsets
Product Type
Headphones - Wireless Over Ear
Brand
Razer
Collection Model Razer Barracuda X Chroma
Manufacturer Product Type
Razer Headphones - Wireless Over Ear
Product colour
Black
Headset type Binaural
Wearing style Head-band
Volume Control Rotary
Interface WirelessBluetooth
Product colour Multicoloured
Product Family Barracuda X Chroma
Bluetooth Version 5.2
Bluetooth Yes
Frequency Band 2.4 GHz
Connectivity technology Wireless
USB connector USB Type-C
6.35 mm connector No
2x 3.5 mm connectors No
RF connectivity Yes
Wireless receiver interface USB Type-C
Battery operated Yes
Continuous audio playback time 70 h
Ear coupling Circumaural
Headphone frequency 20 - 20000 Hz
Impedance 32
Headphone sensitivity 96 dB
Driver unit 4 cm
Driver type TriForce
Noise canceling Yes
Noise canceling type Passive
Driver unit 40mm
Microphone Type Boom
Microphone frequency 100 - 10000 Hz
Microphone Sensitivity -42 dB
Microphone direction type Unidirectional/Cardioid
Detachable microphone Yes
Microphone mute Yes
Weight 285 g
Control unit type On-ear control unit
Receiver included Yes
Operating keys Answer/end call, Multi-key, Mute, Play/Pause, Track <, Track >, Volume +, Volume -
Virtual surround technology Virtual 7.1 surround sound
Control type Buttons, Lever, Rotary
Adjustable headband Yes
Virtual surround Yes
Warranty period 2 year(s)
Head-band cushion Yes
Frequency Response 20Hz to 20KHz
Gross weight 0.66Kg
Product weight 285g
Features RGB Lighting
Quantity 1
Package width 21cm
Package length 23.5cm
Package height 7cm
Package Type NA
Ear pad material Foam
Ear pads Yes
Colour of product Black
Connectivity Wireless
Web Address www.razer.com
Pick-up Pattern (Mic) Unidirectional
Keywords HeadsetWirelessBluetooth
Connectivity Bluetooth
Model Number RZ04-05220100-R3M1
Audio Channel 7.1 Virtual Surround Sound
Package Contents Barracuda X Chroma HeadsetUSB Type-C Dongle with type A Adapter.
MPN RZ04-05220100-R3M1
Number of Earpieces Double
Most Suitable For Gaming
Razer Barracuda X Chroma Headset Wireless Head-band Gaming USB Type-C Bluetooth Black RZ04-05220100-R3M1 Reviews
Mat - 4 out of 5 Reviewed on kitguru.net in the United Kingdom on 30 June 2022
The Barracuda X headset from Razer is back with a bigger battery and Bluetooth connectivity. Razer had more than just gaming at a desk in mind when designing the new family of Barracuda headsets. With a wide range of connection options, this headset can b...
+Lightweight, Comfortable, Can be used with a wide range of devices, Great battery life,-Mostly plastic build, Not the loudest, KitGuru says: The Barracuda X is a very comfortable and lightweight headset. It has solid battery life and is highly versatile, Become a Patron, Be sure to check out our sponsors store EKWB here, Rating: 8.0, Sh
Reviewer - 4 out of 5 Reviewed on expertreviews.co.uk in the United Kingdom on 27 October 2021
We’ve selected a winner and a runner-up across 26 different tech-related categories, and then crowned an overall Product of the Year that we feel marks a turning point for the industry.Welcome to the Expert Reviews Tech Product of the Year Awards 2021.If...
Yasmine - 4 out of 5 Reviewed on t3.com in the United Kingdom on 29 August 2021
If you've landed on this Razer Barracuda X review, then chances are you're in the market for a new gaming headset. To cut right to the chase, for less than $100 / £100 / AU$150, you won't get much better than this one. While this headset may not be jam-pa...
+Fantastic sound quality, 20-hour battery life,Simple setup,-No Bluetooth support, You can't use it wirelessly with Xbox, Lacks desktop software,Often high-quality gaming headsets come at a steep price, but the Razer Barracuda X actually doesn't cost over the odds. For your money, you get impressive, accurate audio across all types of games and even music, as well as hours of wear without any disc...
Tabitha - 4.5 out of 5 Reviewed on gamesradar.com in the United Kingdom on 25 August 2021
The Razer Barracuda X steps back from the complexity of many of the latest gaming headsets. Instead, the wireless headphones simply provide excellent audio to a wide range of devices easily and without faff.Razer is targeting everyday players with a $99.9...
+Easy to use across multiple devices, Balanced sound profile, Lightweight and comfortable-No software controls, No wireless Xbox supportWhile PC players may need more controls at their fingertips, the Razer Barracuda X offers refreshing plug-and-play simplicity. Add powerful audio, a lightweight design, and a low price and you've got a particularly compelling package...
Max - 4.5 out of 5 Reviewed on pocket-lint.com in the United Kingdom on 14 August 2021
Why you can trust Pocket-lint (Pocket-lint) - The gaming headset market has heated up to a crazy degree in the last couple of years, with a major driving force in that growth being the amount of time many of us have spent indoors with party chats a main f...
+Lightweight and comfortable fit,Understated design,Very solid audio-Wireless is only on PC or PlayStationThe Barracuda X is a real contender at the same price point as Sony's own official Pulse 3D headset for the PS5, and its wider compatibility and superior microphone make it a bit more convincing than that option. This is marker of how comfortable and reli...
Reviewer - 4.5 out of 5 Reviewed on trustedreviews.com in the United Kingdom on 12 August 2021
Razer Barracuda X Review
Reviewer - 5 out of 5 Reviewed on expertreviews.co.uk in the United Kingdom on 12 August 2021
At £100 on the dot, the Barracuda X is a fairly inexpensive wireless gaming headset that connects to your device via a 2.4GHz dongle with a USB-C connector. The dongle is flat and wide, meaning it won’t get in the way if you choose to plug it into your An...
+Surprisingly good sound, Multi-platform connectivity, Strong battery life-No Razer Synapse support, No Xbox Wireless support
Ural - 4 out of 5 Reviewed on techradar.com in the United Kingdom on 02 August 2021
There are more than enough options for quality mid-range gaming headsets with wireless capabilities including the Elo 7.1 Air Wireless RGB PC Gaming Headset, Corsair HS70BT, SteelSeries Arctis 1 Wireless and HyperX Cloud Alpha. Now, gamers looking for an...
+Wireless connection available for PC, Playstation 4/5, Switch & Android, Spatial Audio support for Playstation 5, Quality build with lightweight comfort, Good sound quality, Solid battery life-On PC, THX Spatial Audio requires additional purchase, No Razer Synapse compatibility, No wireless support for XboxGamers looking for an affordable wireless gaming headset with compatibility across PC, Android and a handful of major consoles should look no further than the Barracuda X. Besides providing comfort for long gaming due to a lightweight design, it provides...