Razer Nari Essential vs. Razer Barracuda X

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Razer Nari Essential and Razer Barracuda X. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Razer Nari Essential vs. Razer Barracuda X Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Razer Nari Essential Razer Barracuda X
Product Type Headset - 2.4 GHz - wireless Headset - 2.4 GHz - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack, USB-C
Series - Gaming
Weight - 250 g
Colour - Quartz | Black | Mercury
Earpad Material Leatherette, memory foam FlowKnit memory foam
Headband Material Aluminium -
Recommended Use - Game console, computer
Gaming - Yes
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 12 m -
SOUND QUALITY Razer Nari Essential Razer Barracuda X
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless, wired
Wireless Technology 2.4 GHz radio frequency 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 THX Spatial Audio 7.1 Channel Virtual Surround Sound
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Max Input Power 30 mW -
Sensitivity 107 dB 96 dB/mW Razer Nari Essential 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 Nari Essential Razer Barracuda X
Form Factor - Detachable headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Uni-directional Cardioid (uni-directional)
Frequency Response 100 - 6500 Hz 100 - 10000 Hz Razer Barracuda X offer a larger microphone frequency range than Razer Nari Essential.
Sensitivity -42 dB -42 dB
Sensitivity Margin - +/- 3dB
Signal-To-Noise Ratio 50 dB -
REMOTE CONTROL Razer Nari Essential Razer Barracuda X
Controls Mute, volume Volume, answer/end, microphone on/mute, play/pause, next/previous track, skip track
CABLE Razer Nari Essential Razer Barracuda X
Cable Type - Audio cable - detachable - 1.5 m
Cable Length - 1.5 m
BATTERY AND CHARGING Razer Nari Essential Razer Barracuda X
Battery Type Rechargeable Headset battery
Battery Life 16 hour(s) 20 hour(s) Razer Barracuda X lasts longer on a single charge than the Razer Nari Essential.
CONNECTIONS Razer Nari Essential Razer Barracuda X
Connector Type USB Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Razer Nari Essential Razer Barracuda X
Included Accessories - USB-C wireless transmitter
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 2 years
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