Razer Kraken X USB vs. Razer Barracuda

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Razer Kraken X USB 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.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Razer Kraken X USB vs. Razer Barracuda Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Razer Kraken X USB Razer Barracuda
Product Type Headset - wired - USB Headset - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless
Weight 275 g 300 g Razer Kraken X USB are lighter than Razer Kraken X USB headphones.
Colour Classic black -
Earpad Material Memory foam, plush Memory foam
Recommended Use Computer Game console, portable electronics, computer
Gaming - Yes
SOUND QUALITY Razer Kraken X USB Razer Barracuda
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Adjustable Headband Yes -
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless
Wireless Technology - 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 7.1 Channel Virtual Surround Sound THX Spatial Audio
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Sensitivity 106 dB 96 dB/mW Razer Kraken X USB have higher sensitivity than Razer Barracuda.
Impedance 32 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 50 mm Razer Barracuda have a thicker diaphragm than Razer Kraken X USB.
Magnet Material Neodymium Razer Triforce titanium
MICROPHONE Razer Kraken X USB Razer Barracuda
Form Factor - Built-in
Type Boom -
Microphone Operation Mode Cardioid (uni-directional) Omni-directional, beamforming
Noise Cancelling - Yes Razer Barracuda microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz 100 - 10000 Hz The frequency response of the microphones in both headphones is the same.
Sensitivity -42 dB -38 dB
Signal-To-Noise Ratio 55 dB -
REMOTE CONTROL Razer Kraken X USB Razer Barracuda
Controls Volume control, microphone on/mute Volume, microphone on/mute
CABLE Razer Kraken X USB Razer Barracuda
Cable Type Headset cable - 2 m -
Cable Length 2 m -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Razer Kraken X USB Razer Barracuda
Battery Type - Headset battery
Battery Life - 40 hour(s)
CONNECTIONS Razer Kraken X USB Razer Barracuda
Connector Type Headset (4 PIN USB Type A) -
OTHERS Razer Kraken X USB Razer Barracuda
Included Accessories - USB-C wireless transmitter
Compatibility Windows -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years -
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