Razer Kraken X USB vs. Razer Barracuda X

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Razer Kraken X USB and Razer Barracuda X. Compare design, sound quality and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect headphones. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the headphones that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Razer Kraken X USB vs. Razer Barracuda X Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Razer Kraken X USB Razer Barracuda X
Product Type Headset - wired - USB Headset - 2.4 GHz - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack, USB-C
Series - Gaming
Weight 275 g 250 g Razer Barracuda X are lighter than Razer Kraken X USB headphones.
Colour Classic black Quartz | Black | Mercury
Earpad Material Memory foam, plush FlowKnit memory foam
Recommended Use Computer Game console, computer
Gaming - Yes
SOUND QUALITY Razer Kraken X USB Razer Barracuda X
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Adjustable Headband Yes -
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless, wired
Wireless Technology - 2.4 GHz radio frequency
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 5.2
Noise Isolating - Yes Razer Barracuda X are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects 7.1 Channel Virtual Surround Sound 7.1 Channel Virtual Surround Sound
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 X.
Impedance 32 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material Neodymium Razer Triforce titanium
MICROPHONE Razer Kraken X USB Razer Barracuda X
Form Factor - Detachable headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Cardioid (uni-directional) Cardioid (uni-directional)
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz 100 - 10000 Hz The frequency response of the microphones in both headphones is the same.
Sensitivity -42 dB -42 dB
Sensitivity Margin - +/- 3dB
Signal-To-Noise Ratio 55 dB -
REMOTE CONTROL Razer Kraken X USB Razer Barracuda X
Controls Volume control, microphone on/mute Volume, answer/end, microphone on/mute, play/pause, next/previous track, skip track
CABLE Razer Kraken X USB Razer Barracuda X
Cable Type Headset cable - 2 m Audio cable - detachable - 1.5 m
Cable Length 2 m 1.5 m
BATTERY AND CHARGING Razer Kraken X USB Razer Barracuda X
Battery Type - Headset battery
Battery Life - 20 hour(s)
CONNECTIONS Razer Kraken X USB Razer Barracuda X
Connector Type Headset (4 PIN USB Type A) Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Razer Kraken X USB Razer Barracuda X
Included Accessories - USB-C wireless transmitter
Compatibility Windows -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 2 years
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