Razer Barracuda vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Razer Barracuda and SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X. 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.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Razer Barracuda vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Razer Barracuda SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Product Type Headset - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless Headset - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 300 g -
Colour - Black
Earpad Material Memory foam AirWeave memory foam
Headband Material - PVD-coated steel
Recommended Use Game console, portable electronics, computer Game console, portable electronics, computer
Gaming Yes Yes
SOUND QUALITY Razer Barracuda SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Adjustable Headband - Yes
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless, wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.2 -
Noise Isolating Yes - Razer Barracuda are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects THX Spatial Audio 360° Spatial Audio
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X offer a larger frequency range than Razer Barracuda.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <1%
Sensitivity 96 dB/mW 93 dB Razer Barracuda have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X.
Impedance 32 Ohm 36 Ohm
Diaphragm 50 mm 40 mm Razer Barracuda have a thicker diaphragm than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X.
Magnet Material Razer Triforce titanium Neodymium
MICROPHONE Razer Barracuda SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Form Factor Built-in Headset microphone
Type - Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional, beamforming Bi-directional
Noise Cancelling Yes Yes The microphones on both headphones can cancel out ambient noise.
Noise Cancelling Technology - AI Powered Environmental Noise Cancellation
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz 100 - 6500 Hz Razer Barracuda offer a larger microphone frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X.
Sensitivity -38 dB -38 dB
Microphone Features - Retractable microphone
REMOTE CONTROL Razer Barracuda SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Controls Volume, microphone on/mute Mute, volume, power on/off, pair mode, Bluetooth, ChatMix
CABLE Razer Barracuda SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Cable Type - USB-C to USB-A extension cable - detachable - 1.5 m
USB-C to USB-A cable - detachable - 1.5 m
Mini-phone 3.5 mm 5-pole to mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole cable - detachable - 1.2 m
Detachable Cable - Yes
FEATURES Razer Barracuda SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Features - Fast charge, ComfortMax System, High Fidelity Drivers, Parametric EQ
BATTERY AND CHARGING Razer Barracuda SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Battery Type Headset battery Headset battery rechargeable
Battery Life 40 hour(s) -
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (2.4 GHz): up to 38 hours
Continuous playback (2.4 GHz / Bluetooth): up to 26 hours
Continuous playback (with 15 min charge): up to 6 hours
CONNECTIONS Razer Barracuda SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Connector Type - Headset (mini-phone 3.5mm)
OTHERS Razer Barracuda SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Included Accessories USB-C wireless transmitter Audio cable, USB-C to USB-A cable, USB-C dongle, 2 removable magnetic ear plates, USB-C to USB-A extension cable
Compatibility - Mac, Windows
Service & Support - Europe: limited warranty - 2 years
Australia: limited warranty - 2 years
Asia: limited warranty - 1 year
United States: limited warranty - 1 year
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