In depth comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 and Razer Barracuda. Compare design, audio features, functions and other important specifications to easily choose the right headphones for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the headphones that will best fit your needs.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 | Razer Barracuda |
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Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack, USB-C | Headset - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless | |
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Height | 20.4 cm | - | |
Width | 19.5 cm | - | |
Depth | 4.8 cm | - | |
Weight | 290.3 g | 300 g | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 are lighter than Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 headphones. |
Colour | Light grey | Matte black | - | |
Earpad Material | - | Memory foam | |
Recommended Use | - | Game console, portable electronics, computer | |
Gaming | - | Yes |
SOUND QUALITY | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 | Razer Barracuda |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless | |
Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency | |
Bluetooth Version | - | Bluetooth 5.2 | |
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | - | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
Noise Isolating | - | Yes | Razer Barracuda are equipped with a noise isolating function. |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Sound Effects | - | THX Spatial Audio | |
Frequency Response | 20 - 20000 Hz | 20 - 20000 Hz | Both headphones offer the same frequency response. |
Sensitivity | - | 96 dB/mW | |
Impedance | - | 32 Ohm | |
Max Sound Pressure | 115 dB | - | |
Diaphragm | 40 mm | 50 mm | Razer Barracuda have a thicker diaphragm than Microsoft Surface Headphones 2. |
Magnet Material | - | Razer Triforce titanium |
MICROPHONE | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 | Razer Barracuda |
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Form Factor | Built-in | Built-in | |
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Microphone Operation Mode | - | Omni-directional, beamforming | |
Noise Cancelling | - | Yes | Razer Barracuda microphone can cancel out ambient noise. |
Frequency Response | - | 100 - 10000 Hz | |
Sensitivity | - | -38 dB |
REMOTE CONTROL | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 | Razer Barracuda |
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Controls | Volume, power on/off, mute button, noise-cancellation suspend button | Volume, microphone on/mute |
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CABLE | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 | Razer Barracuda |
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Cable Type | Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m USB-C cable - detachable - 1.5 m |
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Detachable Cable | Yes | - |
FEATURES | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 | Razer Barracuda |
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Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | Yes | - | |
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Intelligent Assistant | Cortana | - |
BATTERY AND CHARGING | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 | Razer Barracuda |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable | Headset battery | |
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Battery Life | 20 hour(s) | 40 hour(s) | Razer Barracuda lasts longer on a single charge than the Microsoft Surface Headphones 2. |
Battery Life Details | Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 20 hours | - | |
Charging Time | 2 hour(s) | - |
CONNECTIONS | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 | Razer Barracuda |
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Connector Type | Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) USB (USB Type-C) |
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OTHERS | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 | Razer Barracuda |
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Included Accessories | Carrying case | USB-C wireless transmitter | |
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Compatibility | iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Mac, Windows | - | |
Service & Support | Limited warranty - 1 year | - |