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General

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Series

Virtuoso1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011372-ww/virtuoso-max-wireless-gaming-headset-carbon-ca-9011372-wwRead 30 September 2026Product title VIRTUOSO MAX WIRELESS Carbon, SKU CA-9011372-WW. Separately named Xbox edition excluded.

Barracuda1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026Product family Razer Barracuda.

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

CA-9011372-WW, RDA00495Maker spec sheet (PDF)boulanger.scene7.com/is/content/Boulanger/0840440484615_f_0Read 30 September 2026Page 4 Reference/UPC/EAN row: CA-9011372-WW Carbon. Silver row omitted because full hardware equivalence including battery claims is not established.23Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.corsair.com/image/upload/v1786601295/downloads-prod/CE-000644.pdfRead 7 October 2026Exact producer CE declaration explicitly identifies RDA0049 as wireless headset and RDA0050 as USB dongle. Added only the headset regulatory identifier alongside retained Carbon retail CA-9011372-WW. Receiver and Xbox item numbers excluded.

RZ04-05220100-R3M1, RZ04-05220200-R3M1, RZ04-05220100-R3U1, RZ04-05220200-R3U11Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026Store page data lists US SKUs RZ04-05220100-R3U1 (Black) and RZ04-05220200-R3U1 (White). The EU store lists the same two as R3M1. Phantom Green and Phantom White editions have their own SKUs, cost more and are not stored.2Maker product pagerazer.com/eu-en/gaming-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026EU store variant codes RZ04-05220100-R3M1 (Black) and RZ04-05220200-R3M1 (White).

GTIN / EAN

8404404846155Maker spec sheet (PDF)boulanger.scene7.com/is/content/Boulanger/0840440484615_f_0Read 30 September 2026Page 4 Reference/UPC/EAN: UPC 840440484615 and EAN 0840440484615. The EAN is the UPC with a leading zero, so one GTIN is stored. Page 3 carton GTIN 10840440484612 excluded.

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AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

15 October 20243Press releasecorsair.com/newsroom/press-release/corsair-launches-virtuoso-max-headset-with-active-noise-cancellation-and-dolby-atmos-for-ultra-immersive-gaming-available-in-both-pc-and-xbox-versionsRead 30 September 2026Dated October 15, 2024.

24 October 20243Press releaserazer.com/newsroom/product-news/introducing-the-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026Press release dated October 24, 2024, Irvine.

Status

Available1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011372-ww/virtuoso-max-wireless-gaming-headset-carbon-ca-9011372-wwRead 30 September 2026Current Carbon product purchase section permits Add to Cart. This is current international availability, not a lifecycle status inferred from one retailer.

Available1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026In stock on the US store on 2026-10-14.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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$129.993Press releaserazer.com/newsroom/product-news/introducing-the-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026$129.99 USD MSRP. Tax treatment is not stated.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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€139.992Maker product pagerazer.com/eu-en/gaming-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026EU store price EUR 139.99 for Black and White, matching the launch price.3Press releaserazer.com/newsroom/product-news/introducing-the-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026EUR 139.99 MSRP. VAT is not stated in the release. The EU store shows the same price.

MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

US, GB, EU8Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011372-ww/virtuoso-max-wireless-gaming-headset-carbon-ca-9011372-wwRead 7 October 2026Exact Carbon CA-9011372-WW purchase pages for US, UK and EU each show In Stock and actual local-currency sale/purchase sections. Region availability is established by an exact purchase offer, not the page language. Other market codes not inferred.9Maker product pagecorsair.com/uk/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011372-ww/virtuoso-max-wireless-gaming-headset-carbon-ca-9011372-wwRead 7 October 2026Exact Carbon CA-9011372-WW regional purchase page has In Stock and GBP offer. No availability inferred solely from translation.10Maker product pagecorsair.com/eu/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011372-ww/virtuoso-max-wireless-gaming-headset-carbon-ca-9011372-wwRead 7 October 2026Exact Carbon CA-9011372-WW regional purchase page has In Stock and EUR offer. No availability inferred solely from translation.

US, EU2Maker product pagerazer.com/eu-en/gaming-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026Razer Europe store page with a euro price.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Carbon5Maker spec sheet (PDF)boulanger.scene7.com/is/content/Boulanger/0840440484615_f_0Read 30 September 2026Page 4 short title and page 1 full title: Carbon (French carbone).

Black, White1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026Tabs and variant names: Black, White, Phantom Green, Phantom White. Only Black and White are stored.3Press releaserazer.com/newsroom/product-news/introducing-the-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026Black and White Edition.

Segment

Gaming1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011372-ww/virtuoso-max-wireless-gaming-headset-carbon-ca-9011372-wwRead 30 September 2026Product title Wireless Gaming Headset.

Gaming1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026Sold as Razer Barracuda X Chroma - Wireless RGB Gaming Headset.

Design

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Form factor

Over-ear7Reviewgamesradar.com/hardware/headsets-headphones/corsair-virtuoso-max-wireless-review-a-pc-headset-tour-de-forceRead 30 September 2026Design review describes over-ear cups around ears and padded headband.

Over-ear1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026Over-ear oval ear cushions that enclose the ear, as pictured.

Ear cup enclosureiClosed, open or semi-open acoustic enclosure. This does not describe how the headset folds.

Closed11Reviewcgmagonline.com/review/hardware/corsair-virtuoso-max-headsetRead 7 October 2026Original PC Virtuoso Max review explicitly describes a closed-back headset. The separate open-back wired Virtuoso Pro is excluded. Acoustic enclosure does not describe flat swivelling.

Closed7Measurementsoundguys.com/razer-barracuda-x-chroma-review-127456Read 14 October 2026Review: noise isolation is about what is expected from a closed-back gaming headset.

Wearing style

Headband6Reviewcgmagonline.com/review/hardware/corsair-virtuoso-max-headsetRead 30 September 2026Same headband and earcup mounting discussion names headband as wearing support.

Headband1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026Adjustable padded headband joins the two earcups, as pictured.

FoldingiFlat means the ear cups rotate flat. Inward means the ear cups fold toward the headband.

Flat6Reviewcgmagonline.com/review/hardware/corsair-virtuoso-max-headsetRead 30 September 2026Build paragraph after first hardware image: earcups swivel to a flattened position for packing.

Flat7Measurementsoundguys.com/razer-barracuda-x-chroma-review-127456Read 14 October 2026Swivel hinges allow the earcups to lay flat. Wccftech says the cups twist flat.9Reviewwccftech.com/review/razer-barracuda-x-chroma-worthy-upgrade/ampRead 14 October 2026The earcups twist flat to rest around your neck or lie on a desk.

Swivelling ear cupsiEar cups can rotate relative to the headband. Tilting alone does not count.

Yes6Reviewcgmagonline.com/review/hardware/corsair-virtuoso-max-headsetRead 30 September 2026Same paragraph explicitly says earcups swivel flat.

Yes1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026Swiveling earcups and a Swivel Mechanism callout in the Ergonomic Design section.3Press releaserazer.com/newsroom/product-news/introducing-the-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026Swiveling ear cups wrapped in breathable memory foam cushions.7Measurementsoundguys.com/razer-barracuda-x-chroma-review-127456Read 14 October 2026Swivel hinges let the earcups lay flat.

RGB lighting

Yes1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011372-ww/virtuoso-max-wireless-gaming-headset-carbon-ca-9011372-wwRead 30 September 2026Features RGB customizable lighting. Three zones per earcup established separately by CGM.

Yes1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026Lighting: 6-Zone Earcup Lighting powered by Razer Chroma RGB.

Lighting zonesiNumber of independently controllable lighting areas across both ear cups.

66Reviewcgmagonline.com/review/hardware/corsair-virtuoso-max-headsetRead 30 September 2026Design paragraph after mic discussion: six independently customizable zones, three per earcup.

61Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 20266-Zone Earcup Lighting. The launch release says six zones of customizable Chroma RGB.3Press releaserazer.com/newsroom/product-news/introducing-the-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026Six zones of customizable Chroma RGB lighting.

Drivers and sound

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Driver type

Dynamic12Retailer pagebestbuy.com/product/corsair-virtuoso-max-wireless-gaming-headset-for-pc-mac-ps5-ps4-and-mobile-carbon/J39TSCH7YQRead 7 October 2026Exact Carbon CA-9011372-WW PC/PlayStation listing maker-provided feature image explicitly names Dynamic 50mm Graphene Drivers. Tom’s Hardware independently calls the product dynamic 50mm graphene drivers, but its Silver weighed unit is not used for Carbon measurements. Neodymium magnet alone was not used to infer mechanism.

Dynamic4Owner's manualcdn.tgdd.vn/Products/PDF/3/358763/HDSD/Huong-dan-su-dung.pdfRead 14 October 2026Technical specifications: Drivers: Customized Dynamic 40mm Driver.

Driver sizeiDiameter of the largest sound driver. Do not use the microphone capsule diameter.

50mm1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011372-ww/virtuoso-max-wireless-gaming-headset-carbon-ca-9011372-wwRead 30 September 2026FAQ/driver feature: 50mm graphene-coated neodymium drivers. Graphene driver coating does not explicitly name diaphragm material. That field omitted.

40mm1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026Driver specifications 40 mm, Razer TriForce.4Owner's manualcdn.tgdd.vn/Products/PDF/3/358763/HDSD/Huong-dan-su-dung.pdfRead 14 October 2026Customized Dynamic 40mm Driver.

Drivers per sideiNumber of sound-producing transducers in one side, excluding microphones.

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Diaphragm material

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Magnet

Neodymium1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011372-ww/virtuoso-max-wireless-gaming-headset-carbon-ca-9011372-wwRead 30 September 2026FAQ/driver feature: 50mm graphene-coated neodymium drivers. Graphene driver coating does not explicitly name diaphragm material. That field omitted.

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Frequency response (wired or passive)iPublished acoustic range for wired listening, or the maker’s single range when no mode is distinguished. Power state and test standard belong in the source note.

Min20 HzMax40 kHz5Maker spec sheet (PDF)boulanger.scene7.com/is/content/Boulanger/0840440484615_f_0Read 30 September 2026SKU sheet page 3 Headset / Frequency Response: 20Hz to 40kHz.

Min20 HzMax20 kHz1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026Frequency Response 20 Hz - 20 kHz.

Wireless audio transmission bandiFrequency range of audio transmitted over the wireless connection, not the acoustic response of the driver. Codec, sampling rate and bitrate conditions belong in the source note. When the maker gives a range per codec, the widest range is stored and its codec goes in the source note.

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Impedance (passive when specified)iUse the headset-off value for a passive analog connection when the maker publishes both powered and passive values. Note the power state and test frequency.

32Ω5Maker spec sheet (PDF)boulanger.scene7.com/is/content/Boulanger/0840440484615_f_0Read 30 September 2026Page 3 Headset impedance 32 ohms at 1kHz. Generic page says 32k Ohms, conflicting and not silently converted. Public Silver retailer and multiple public launch tables also explicitly say 32 ohms.

32Ω1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026Impedance 32 ohm (1 kHz).

Sensitivity (passive when specified)iUse the headset-off figure when both powered and passive values exist. The power or voltage reference, test distance and frequency belong in the source note.

118dB5Maker spec sheet (PDF)boulanger.scene7.com/is/content/Boulanger/0840440484615_f_0Read 30 September 2026Page 3 Headset sensitivity 118 dB ±3 dB. Current generic product page says 116 dB ±3 dB, conflicting. Exact SKU sheet used. Reference power/voltage is not stated.

96dB1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026Sensitivity 96 dBSPL / mW @ 1kHz by HATS.

Sensitivity referenceiPublished power or voltage reference for sensitivity. Do not assume 1 mW when the source gives only a dB value.

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Per 1 mW1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026The published unit is dBSPL per mW, so the reference is 1 mW.

THD (claimed)iPublished distortion figure or numerical upper bound. The source note states any less-than sign and test level.

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Max input power

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Max digital audio sample rateiHighest supported digital audio sample rate over a USB cable or wireless dongle. This is not the microphone rate or acoustic frequency response.

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Max digital audio bit depthiHighest published digital playback bit depth over a USB cable or wireless dongle.

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DAC

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Personalised soundiA manufacturer-supported hearing test or ear scan creates a device sound profile tailored to the listener. Generic equalizer adjustments do not count.

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Onboard EQiCustom playback EQ profiles stored in the headset and applied without the host app running. Note supported active connections. Receiver-only or software-only EQ does not count.

No13Reviewfrandroid.com/marques/corsair/2415690_test-corsair-virtuoso-max-wirelessRead 7 October 2026Original PC model review expressly says EQ and SoundID cannot be saved in headset internal memory and iCUE must remain running on PC/Mac. Lighting and action-button assignments can persist. Basic Tutorials independently confirms custom EQ unavailable without PC/iCUE. This is playback EQ, not microphone processing.

Yes8Reviewwindowscentral.com/accessories/headphones-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chroma-reviewRead 14 October 2026Razer SmartSwitch button with 4 onboard EQ profiles. The fourth is a Custom EQ that is configured in Razer Synapse or the Razer Audio app.

Custom EQ bandsiNumber of bands in the custom playback equalizer. Microphone EQ bands are excluded.

1013Reviewfrandroid.com/marques/corsair/2415690_test-corsair-virtuoso-max-wirelessRead 7 October 2026Original PC playback equalizer explicitly has 10 bands. This is software EQ, not onboard storage or microphone EQ. Exact maker manual supports selecting/customizing EQ through iCUE, with receiver required.

107Measurementsoundguys.com/razer-barracuda-x-chroma-review-127456Read 14 October 2026Razer Audio app: three EQ presets or a custom EQ with 10-band sliders. The Synapse EQ graph is not counted separately.

EQ presets

Pure Direct, Movie Theater, FPS Competition, Bass Boost14Reviewbasic-tutorials.com/reviews/peripherals/corsair-virtuoso-max-wireless-reviewRead 7 October 2026Original October 26, 2024 PC model review names all four playback software presets verbatim. They require iCUE and are not onboard EQ. Older Virtuoso Clear Chat preset is not imported. Source does not publish firmware or iCUE version.

Game, Movie, Music, Custom1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026FAQ: Game, Movie and Music EQ, plus a fourth Custom EQ that is personalised in the Razer Audio App.8Reviewwindowscentral.com/accessories/headphones-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chroma-reviewRead 14 October 2026Four onboard EQs, the fourth is a Custom EQ.

Volume limit

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Spatial audio

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Spatial audio supportiNamed headset or host spatial-audio systems that the maker or reviewer explicitly supports. A platform feature may require compatible hardware, software or a separate licence.

Dolby Atmos5Maker spec sheet (PDF)boulanger.scene7.com/is/content/Boulanger/0840440484615_f_0Read 30 September 2026SKU sheet page 2 Dolby Atmos feature, explicitly PC only.

7.1 Surround Sound1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026Virtual Surround Encoding: 7.1 Surround sound, only available on Windows 10 64-bit or higher. The comparison table lists 7.1 Surround Sound and THX Spatial Audio only for the Pro and Barracuda models.4Owner's manualcdn.tgdd.vn/Products/PDF/3/358763/HDSD/Huong-dan-su-dung.pdfRead 14 October 20267.1 Surround sound: only available on Windows 10 64-bit or higher. Activation code through product registration.

Spatial audio licence includediA paid spatial-audio licence is bundled or embedded. Compatibility with a separately purchased app does not count.

Yes13Reviewfrandroid.com/marques/corsair/2415690_test-corsair-virtuoso-max-wirelessRead 7 October 2026Original PC review says Dolby Atmos app licence unlocks automatically. Independent PC original reviews describe free Dolby Access unlock when the USB dongle is present. This is included/embedded licence on the PC path, not a claim that Atmos exists on Bluetooth, Mac or PlayStation.

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Head tracking

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Noise cancelling

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Active noise cancelling

Yes2Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/headsets/virtuoso-maxRead 30 September 2026Active Noise Cancellation chapter: off by default. Custom Button 1 second cycles ANC On, Transparency, Off.

No1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026Noise Cancelling: None.7Measurementsoundguys.com/razer-barracuda-x-chroma-review-127456Read 14 October 2026Review: no active noise canceling.

ANC typeiFeedforward uses outside microphones. Feedback uses inside microphones. Hybrid uses both. Voice-call noise filtering is separate.

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ANC microphonesiTotal microphones used for active playback noise cancellation across both sides. Do not substitute the total physical or voice microphone count.

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Adaptive ANCiNoise cancellation automatically changes with the environment or fit. Manually choosing a level does not count.

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ANC levelsiNumber of adjustable cancellation strength steps. Off and transparency modes are excluded.

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ANC attenuation (claimed)

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Transparency mode

Yes2Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/headsets/virtuoso-maxRead 30 September 2026Active Noise Cancellation chapter: off by default. Custom Button 1 second cycles ANC On, Transparency, Off.

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Adjustable transparency

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Conversation detectioniAudio pauses or lowers automatically when the wearer speaks. Voice assistant activation does not count.

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Wind noise reduction

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Measured

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Frequency response notesiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Default Music EQ: more sub-bass and bass than the 2022 Barracuda X, a treble peak at 7 kHz.7Measurementsoundguys.com/razer-barracuda-x-chroma-review-127456Read 14 October 2026SoundGuys lab review, firmware 1.0.9.0, Razer Audio app 20.1.0.1729749900. Frequency response of the default Music EQ is close to the previous Barracuda X, with a bit more sub-bass and bass boost, and a more prominent treble peak at 7 kHz. Only the written summary is stored.

Bass amountiReviewer’s bass deviation from its stated target. Positive is more bass. Target and test method belong in the source note.

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Treble amountiReviewer’s treble deviation from its stated target. Positive is more treble. Target and test method belong in the source note.

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Deviation from targetiReviewer’s full-range error from its target curve. Do not substitute a regional bass or treble error.

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Consistency between fittingsiReviewer’s standard deviation across repeated fittings. Test rig and fitting procedure belong in the source note.

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Harmonic distortioniIndependently measured harmonic distortion, with test level and method in the source note.

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Sound leakageiIndependently measured leakage at 30 cm. Playback level and method belong in the source note.

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Measured noise isolationiIndependently measured attenuation. Positive values mean more noise reduction. ANC state, rig and frequency bands belong in the source note.

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Noise isolation (measured, best)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Passive isolation (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic quality notesiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic low-frequency extensioniMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic high-frequency extensioniMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic speech-to-noise ratioiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Measured latencyiEnd-to-end latency measured by a reviewer for a specific connection, platform and codec. Firmware, method and operating mode belong in the source note.

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Bluetooth latency (measured, worst)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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2.4 GHz latency (measured, worst)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Measured battery lifeiReviewer’s continuous playback test. State the connection, ANC and lighting where known. Unknown settings stay omitted and are described in the source note.

ACORSAIR Virtuoso Max Wireless

ANC	Lighting	Hours (h)
No	No	45

Source22Reviewfrandroid.com/marques/corsair/2415690_test-corsair-virtuoso-max-wirelessRead 7 October 2026Original November 30, 2024 PC-model review reports approaching 45 hours of continuous music at medium volume, ANC and RGB off. Approximate runtime as published. Review explicitly excludes Xbox model, and inspected original sample photo matches dark Carbon configuration. Exact starting charge/end criteria, codec, host, firmware and numeric volume percent are unstated. Adjacent paragraph evaluates 2.4 GHz radio but does not explicitly bind it to the runtime, so connection is omitted. Not a 60-hour maker claim repeated as measurement.

BRazer Barracuda X Chroma

ANC	Hours (h)
No	72.72

Source7Measurementsoundguys.com/razer-barracuda-x-chroma-review-127456Read 14 October 2026Review: in our testing the headset lasted nearly 72 hours and 43 minutes. Stored as 72.72 h, which is 72 h 43 min. The connection, lighting state and volume are not stated and are omitted. SoundGuys music test at a fixed level until playback stops.

Battery life (measured, max)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

45h=CalculatedFrom Measured battery life

72.72h=CalculatedFrom Measured battery life

Clamping forceiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Weight (measured)iIndependently weighed headset. A review that repeats the maker’s number does not qualify. Cable and microphone inclusion belong in the source note.

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Microphone

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MicrophoneiMain microphone used for speech. Secondary internal microphones may be described in the source note.

Detachable boom5Maker spec sheet (PDF)boulanger.scene7.com/is/content/Boulanger/0840440484615_f_0Read 30 September 2026SKU sheet page 3 Package Contents: detachable microphone. Technical Type omni and repeated feature paragraphs resolve contradictory unidirectional package adjective.

Detachable boom1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026Microphone Style: Detachable Razer HyperClear Cardioid Mic.3Press releaserazer.com/newsroom/product-news/introducing-the-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026Detachable Razer HyperClear Cardioid Mic.

Microphone element

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Microphone pickup patterniUse the maker’s exact named pattern. Unidirectional does not establish whether the capsule is cardioid, supercardioid or hypercardioid.

Omnidirectional5Maker spec sheet (PDF)boulanger.scene7.com/is/content/Boulanger/0840440484615_f_0Read 30 September 2026Page 3 Microphone Type Omnidirectional, corroborated by current maker page and manual/published manufacturer paragraphs. Package unidirectional adjective is inconsistent and not used.

Cardioid4Owner's manualcdn.tgdd.vn/Products/PDF/3/358763/HDSD/Huong-dan-su-dung.pdfRead 14 October 2026Specs: Pick-up pattern: Unidirectional. The product is the Razer HyperClear Cardioid Mic, so cardioid is stored.

Voice microphonesiTotal microphones used for voice pickup or beamforming across both sides. ANC-only microphones are excluded.

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Total microphonesiEvery physical microphone across the headset, including call, ANC and calibration microphones. Shared microphones count once. Excludes microphones in charging cases or receivers, and vibration sensors. Use an explicitly published physical total, never a sum of overlapping role counts.

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Mic frequency responseiAcoustic microphone response, not its digital sampling rate. Connection-specific ranges belong in the source note.

Min100 HzMax10 kHz5Maker spec sheet (PDF)boulanger.scene7.com/is/content/Boulanger/0840440484615_f_0Read 30 September 2026Page 3 Microphone frequency response 100Hz to 10kHz. Generic product page says 100Hz to 8kHz, conflicting. Exact SKU sheet used.

Min100 HzMax10 kHz1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026Microphone Frequency Response 100 Hz - 10 kHz.

Mic sensitivityiPublished microphone sensitivity. Reference such as dBV/Pa or dBFS, frequency and distance belong in the source note.

-38dB5Maker spec sheet (PDF)boulanger.scene7.com/is/content/Boulanger/0840440484615_f_0Read 30 September 2026Page 3 Microphone sensitivity -38 dB ±3 dB. Generic product page says -40 dB ±3 dB, conflicting. Reference unspecified in maker sheet, not assumed dBV/Pa.

-42dB1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026Microphone Sensitivity (@1kHz) -42 +/- 3 dB.

Mic signal-to-noiseiPublished microphone signal-to-noise ratio. Minimum or typical conditions belong in the source note.

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60dB4Owner's manualcdn.tgdd.vn/Products/PDF/3/358763/HDSD/Huong-dan-su-dung.pdfRead 14 October 2026Microphone: Signal-to-noise ratio >= 60 dB. Stored as 60, the published lower bound.

Mic sample rateiExplicitly published digital microphone capture or speech sampling rate. State the audio route in the source note, or say it is unpublished. Internal capture does not prove the effective rate on every connection. Acoustic bandwidth, playback rate and generic microphone-chip capability do not qualify.

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Mic noise reductioniProcessing that removes noise from transmitted speech. Playback ANC and a directional microphone alone do not count.

AI15Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011372-ww/virtuoso-max-wireless-gaming-headset-carbon-ca-9011372-wwRead 7 October 2026Exact Carbon maker page explicitly supports NVIDIA Broadcast for microphone noise and echo reduction, requiring compatible GeForce RTX. The linked NVIDIA software maker explains these effects use AI. Host Windows/iCUE/Broadcast processing is conditional and is not claimed as standalone headset processing on Bluetooth or consoles. This does not describe playback ANC.16Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/geforce/broadcasting/broadcast-appRead 7 October 2026Software maker Noise and Echo Removal section explicitly says AI eliminates unwanted background noise. Current standalone Broadcast requires Windows and an RTX-class GPU. Actual Corsair integration limitations are preserved by exact headset maker notes.

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Flip to mute

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No4Owner's manualcdn.tgdd.vn/Products/PDF/3/358763/HDSD/Huong-dan-su-dung.pdfRead 14 October 2026The detachable mic is muted with the Mic Mute Button on the earcup. The guide describes no flip-to-mute mechanism.

Mute button

Yes2Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/headsets/virtuoso-maxRead 30 September 2026Microphone Control chapter: MIC MUTE BUTTON (I) toggles mute/unmute.

Yes4Owner's manualcdn.tgdd.vn/Products/PDF/3/358763/HDSD/Huong-dan-su-dung.pdfRead 14 October 2026On-earcup controls: Power Button, Volume Dial, Mic Mute Button, Razer SmartSwitch Button.

Mute indicatoriPublished indication of microphone mute. mechanical_marker is a visible physical marker showing the microphone's mute-switch position. LED options require an electronic light. The in-line controller option is for a mute light on a cable remote.

LED on mic6Reviewcgmagonline.com/review/hardware/corsair-virtuoso-max-headsetRead 30 September 2026Mic paragraph: indicator light on mic capsule is the mute indicator.

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Sidetone

Yes2Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/headsets/virtuoso-maxRead 30 September 2026CORSAIR iCUE chapter: adjust and control microphone volume and Sidetone.

Yes4Owner's manualcdn.tgdd.vn/Products/PDF/3/358763/HDSD/Huong-dan-su-dung.pdfRead 14 October 2026Mic Monitoring (Side tone) toggles monitoring through the headset in Razer Synapse. The volume of the monitoring is adjustable.8Reviewwindowscentral.com/accessories/headphones-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chroma-reviewRead 14 October 2026No microphone options apart from enabling sidetone monitoring.

Adjustable sidetone

Yes2Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/headsets/virtuoso-maxRead 30 September 2026CORSAIR iCUE chapter: adjust and control microphone volume and Sidetone.

Yes4Owner's manualcdn.tgdd.vn/Products/PDF/3/358763/HDSD/Huong-dan-su-dung.pdfRead 14 October 2026Mic Monitoring (Side tone): adjust the monitoring volume as desired.

Foam microphone windscreeniA foam cover for the voice microphone. An internal metal mesh pop filter does not count.

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Yes8Reviewwindowscentral.com/accessories/headphones-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chroma-reviewRead 14 October 2026In the box: the detachable Razer HyperClear Cardioid microphone and its external pop filter. Razer product photos show a foam cover on the microphone.

Connectivity

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Audio connectionsiConnections that carry playback audio. Charging or firmware USB alone does not count as USB audio.

2.4 GHz, Bluetooth7Reviewgamesradar.com/hardware/headsets-headphones/corsair-virtuoso-max-wireless-review-a-pc-headset-tour-de-forceRead 30 September 2026Connectivity section names 2.4GHz and Bluetooth audio, USB-C used for charging.

2.4 GHz, Bluetooth1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026Connection type: 2.4 GHz Wireless / Bluetooth. FAQ: two wireless modes, 2.4GHz HyperSpeed and Bluetooth.

Analog source plugsiAnalog plug(s) supplied for the source device, including adapters. The headset-side jack is listed separately.

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Cable connector on headsetiConnection used by the playback cable at the headset. A fixed cable is not replaceable through a headset jack.

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Longest included cableiLength of the longest supplied cable, including charging and dongle cables. Individual cable lengths are listed in Cables included.

1.8m5Maker spec sheet (PDF)boulanger.scene7.com/is/content/Boulanger/0840440484615_f_0Read 30 September 2026Page 3 Package Contents USB charging cable 1.8m, only supplied cable listed.

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Headset USB plug or portiUSB plug or port on the headset or its included wired audio adapter. A charging-only USB port can appear here.

USB-C5Maker spec sheet (PDF)boulanger.scene7.com/is/content/Boulanger/0840440484615_f_0Read 30 September 2026Page 3 Wireless: Headset USB Type C.

USB-C4Owner's manualcdn.tgdd.vn/Products/PDF/3/358763/HDSD/Huong-dan-su-dung.pdfRead 14 October 2026Overview item H: USB Type C charging port. It is for charging.

Audio over USB-C cableiPlayback through a USB-C cable or included wired USB-C audio adapter. A charging-only USB-C port does not count.

No2Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/headsets/virtuoso-maxRead 30 September 2026Guide describes cable charging/firmware, with audio via RF or Bluetooth. Review explicitly confirms no USB wired audio.7Reviewgamesradar.com/hardware/headsets-headphones/corsair-virtuoso-max-wireless-review-a-pc-headset-tour-de-forceRead 30 September 2026Connectivity discussion: both radio and Bluetooth. USB-C is charging port. Manufacturer manual describes charging/firmware only. No wired USB audio claim accepted.

No1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026FAQ: the headset connects wirelessly via 2.4 GHz or Bluetooth and has no 3.5 mm jack. Windows Central says wired audio was dropped. SoundGuys says the USB-C cable allows wired listening, which conflicts. The maker statement is stored.8Reviewwindowscentral.com/accessories/headphones-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chroma-reviewRead 14 October 2026The headset loses wired audio compared with the Barracuda X and has no cables for wired audio.

Passive wired listeningiAnalog playback works with the headset powered off or its battery empty. An active analog converter that needs headset power does not count.

No2Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/headsets/virtuoso-maxRead 30 September 2026No analog audio connection. RF/Bluetooth require battery power.7Reviewgamesradar.com/hardware/headsets-headphones/corsair-virtuoso-max-wireless-review-a-pc-headset-tour-de-forceRead 30 September 2026No analog jack/path in manufacturer guide. Public connectivity review describes radio/Bluetooth playback only.

No1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026FAQ: no 3.5 mm audio jack and no analog connection.

Wireless receiveriDedicated wireless audio receiver or dongle. A wired USB sound card does not count.

Included2Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/headsets/virtuoso-maxRead 30 September 2026RF Wireless Mode: included wireless USB transmitter connects PC USB Type A. Package Contents graphic includes receiver.

Included1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026Razer HyperSpeed wireless dongle, USB Type C, in the box.

Wireless receiver connectoriPhysical USB connector on the receiver. Supplied extension cables and adapters are explained in the source note. Both means two native connector types.

USB-A5Maker spec sheet (PDF)boulanger.scene7.com/is/content/Boulanger/0840440484615_f_0Read 30 September 2026Page 3 Wireless: USB wireless receiver USB Type A.

USB-C4Owner's manualcdn.tgdd.vn/Products/PDF/3/358763/HDSD/Huong-dan-su-dung.pdfRead 14 October 2026Native USB Type C dongle plus a Type C to Type A adapter in the box. Stored as USB-C, with the adapter explained here.

Wireless range (claimed)iMaker’s advertised wireless range. Connection and indoor or outdoor conditions belong in the source note. Measured distance is not stored here.

15.24m2Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/headsets/virtuoso-maxRead 30 September 2026Up to 50 feet (15.24m)

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Bluetooth

5.35Maker spec sheet (PDF)boulanger.scene7.com/is/content/Boulanger/0840440484615_f_0Read 30 September 2026Page 3 Wireless Bluetooth radio version 5.3.

5.31Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026Comparison table: Bluetooth 5.3. SoundGuys and the Razer Insider listings say 5.2, so the maker value is stored.4Owner's manualcdn.tgdd.vn/Products/PDF/3/358763/HDSD/Huong-dan-su-dung.pdfRead 14 October 2026Audio usage: 2.4GHz wireless via USB Type C dongle or Bluetooth 5.3.

Bluetooth codecsiNamed Bluetooth audio codecs supported by this exact model. Host, firmware and operating-mode restrictions belong in the source note.

SBC, AAC4Press articlecomputerbase.de/news/audio-video-foto/corsair-virtuoso-max-wireless-kabelloses-headset-mit-anc-und-dolby-atmos-fuer-pc-und-xbox.89987Read 30 September 2026Minimal-Codecs section explicitly lists only SBC and AAC.

SBC4Owner's manualcdn.tgdd.vn/Products/PDF/3/358763/HDSD/Huong-dan-su-dung.pdfRead 14 October 2026Audio usage: Bluetooth Codec: SBC. SoundGuys also says only SBC.

LE AudioiLE Audio playback support. Bluetooth Low Energy for app control alone does not count.

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AuracastiAuracast broadcast audio support. Required phone, firmware and app conditions belong in the source note.

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Bluetooth multipointiCan remain connected to multiple Bluetooth source devices at once. Mixing Bluetooth with a proprietary dongle is a separate field. A maker's dual connection to two Bluetooth devices at once counts.

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Multipoint devicesiNumber of Bluetooth source devices connected at once, not the number remembered for later pairing.

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Paired devices remembered

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Mixes 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth audioiPlays both wireless audio streams at the same time. Automatic switching or Bluetooth standby does not count.

Yes2Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/headsets/virtuoso-maxRead 30 September 2026Bluetooth Mode paragraph explicitly headset can connect to simultaneous RF and Bluetooth.

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Fast pairing

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Base station

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Latency

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Low latency modeiA selectable mode intended to reduce audio delay. A low-latency connection without a distinct mode does not count.

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Yes4Owner's manualcdn.tgdd.vn/Products/PDF/3/358763/HDSD/Huong-dan-su-dung.pdfRead 14 October 2026The Razer Audio App customises EQ, auto shutoff and gaming mode. SoundGuys says gaming mode lowers Bluetooth latency.7Measurementsoundguys.com/razer-barracuda-x-chroma-review-127456Read 14 October 2026The app can enable gaming mode for lower latency over Bluetooth.

Claimed latencyiMaker’s claimed delay for the stated connection and mode. Minimum claims and host restrictions belong in the source note.

ACORSAIR Virtuoso Max Wireless

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BRazer Barracuda X Chroma

Connection	Latency (ms)
2.4 GHz	20

Source1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026HyperSpeed dongle with 20ms latency response, against 35ms for the Barracuda X. The mode is not named.

Compatibility

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Compatible platformsiPlatforms with a documented audio path. This does not imply every connection or microphone function works. Platform editions must be checked individually.

Windows, macOS, PS5, PS41Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011372-ww/virtuoso-max-wireless-gaming-headset-carbon-ca-9011372-wwRead 30 September 2026Tech Specs audio compatibility and PC manual: PC, Mac, PS5, PS4.

Windows, macOS, PS5, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, SteamOS, Android, iOS1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026FAQ: PC, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, Steam Deck, Mac, Android devices and any device with Bluetooth or USB-C. Xbox wireless is not supported. Tech spec list: Mobile Devices (Android, iOS). PlayStation is listed without a version, so only PS5 is stored. Steam Deck is stored as SteamOS. Switch 2 needs firmware v1.4.0_r1 or later.

Connection per platformiOnly explicitly documented playback paths for the exact model. Microphone support is separate. Leave unknown microphone support omitted. An Xbox and a PlayStation edition of one headset can connect differently, so it is per variant.

ACORSAIR Virtuoso Max Wireless

Platform	Connection
Windows	2.4 GHz
PS5	2.4 GHz
PS4	2.4 GHz

Source2Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/headsets/virtuoso-maxRead 30 September 2026RF Wireless Mode PC and PlayStation sections. Xbox has separate manual.

BRazer Barracuda X Chroma

Platform	Connection
Windows	2.4 GHz
Android	Bluetooth
iOS	Bluetooth

Source4Owner's manualcdn.tgdd.vn/Products/PDF/3/358763/HDSD/Huong-dan-su-dung.pdfRead 14 October 2026Windows PC: 2.4GHz wireless with the USB Type C dongle, set as default input and output device. Mobile: the Razer Audio App needs the headset connected to the phone only over Bluetooth. The US FAQ says Bluetooth suits mobile use. PlayStation and Switch rows are not stored because the maker does not map them to a connection.

Official licence

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Battery and charging

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Battery capacityiRated capacity of one headset battery. Do not use case, receiver or total multi-battery capacity.

1,500mAh5Maker spec sheet (PDF)boulanger.scene7.com/is/content/Boulanger/0840440484615_f_0Read 30 September 2026Page 3 Battery specifications: AEC504258, capacity 1500 mAh, 3.7V, 5.55Wh. Nominal 1.5h USB charging claim does not specify depleted-to-full endpoints. Manual input maximum 2.15W vs 5.55Wh requires further verification, so no full charge time stored.

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Swappable batteryiBattery can be exchanged by the user as part of normal operation. Service or recycling disassembly does not count.

No2Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/headsets/virtuoso-maxRead 30 September 2026Battery Removal section provides disposal/recycling disassembly only. No hot-swap battery system.

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Batteries includediNumber of headset batteries supplied, including the one already installed.

15Maker spec sheet (PDF)boulanger.scene7.com/is/content/Boulanger/0840440484615_f_0Read 30 September 2026Page 3 Battery specifications: Quantity 1, Cells 1, configuration 1S1P.

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Claimed battery lifeiMaker’s maximum playback time per stated connection, codec, ANC, spatial audio and lighting settings. Name the spatial processing mode and other conditions in the source note. Unknown settings stay omitted.

ACORSAIR Virtuoso Max Wireless

Connection	Lighting	Hours (h)
2.4 GHz	No	60
Bluetooth	No	130

Source5Maker spec sheet (PDF)boulanger.scene7.com/is/content/Boulanger/0840440484615_f_0Read 30 September 2026Page 3 Wireless battery table: up to 60h 2.4GHz or 130h Bluetooth, LEDs off. ANC state and volume unstated. Generic current page’s 60h headline does not separate connections.

BRazer Barracuda X Chroma

Connection	Lighting	Hours (h)
2.4 GHz	No	70
2.4 GHz	Yes	35

Source1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026Tech Specs and the master guide: up to 70 hours (lighting off) and up to 35 hours (lighting on), 2.4 GHz. The comparison table on the same page says 30 hours with lighting on. Windows Central and SoundGuys also quote 30. The 35 hour figure from the specs and the guide is stored.4Owner's manualcdn.tgdd.vn/Products/PDF/3/358763/HDSD/Huong-dan-su-dung.pdfRead 14 October 2026Battery Life: up to 70 hours (Lighting OFF, 2.4GHz connection), up to 35 hours (Lighting ON, 2.4GHz connection).

Battery life (claimed, max)

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Battery life with ANC (claimed)

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Battery life without ANC (claimed)

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Charging port

USB-C2Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/headsets/virtuoso-maxRead 30 September 2026Getting to Know Your Headset item F USB Type C port, Charging chapter USB cable charges headset.

USB-C4Owner's manualcdn.tgdd.vn/Products/PDF/3/358763/HDSD/Huong-dan-su-dung.pdfRead 14 October 2026Overview item H: USB Type C charging port.

Full charge timeiPublished time to fully charge a depleted headset. In-use charging can take longer.

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240min1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026FAQ: a full charge of 70 hours of play time will take around 4 hours. Stored as 240 minutes, a nominal and approximate claim. The guide shows about 4H.4Owner's manualcdn.tgdd.vn/Products/PDF/3/358763/HDSD/Huong-dan-su-dung.pdfRead 14 October 2026Charging diagram: about 4H until fully charged.

Quick charge timeiCharge duration in the maker’s quick-charge claim. Read together with Quick charge playback.

15min1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011372-ww/virtuoso-max-wireless-gaming-headset-carbon-ca-9011372-wwRead 30 September 2026Battery FAQ: 15 minute charge gives up to 6 hour playback. Generic quick-charge claim, no ANC/RGB conditions published.

15min1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026A quick 15-minute charge gives up to 6 hours of use.3Press releaserazer.com/newsroom/product-news/introducing-the-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026A brief 15-minute charge provides approximately 6 hours of playtime.

Quick charge playbackiPlayback gained from Quick charge time. Charger power, codec, volume and ANC conditions belong in the source note.

6h1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011372-ww/virtuoso-max-wireless-gaming-headset-carbon-ca-9011372-wwRead 30 September 2026FAQ: 15-minute charge gives up to 6 hours

6h1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026A quick 15-minute charge gives up to 6 hours of use.3Press releaserazer.com/newsroom/product-news/introducing-the-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026A brief 15-minute charge provides approximately 6 hours of playtime.

Use while charging

Yes1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011372-ww/virtuoso-max-wireless-gaming-headset-carbon-ca-9011372-wwRead 30 September 2026Maker FAQ on battery: headset can be used while charging. USB connection does not establish wired audio.

Yes1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026FAQ: it can be used while charging through USB-C.

Charging dock or stand

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Controls

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Controls

Buttons, Volume wheel2Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/headsets/virtuoso-maxRead 30 September 2026Getting to Know Your Headset: A mode Switch, B action Switch, C Custom Button, D Volume Control Ring, E Multi-function Control Ring, I Mic Mute Button. Rings rotate for volume.

Buttons, Volume wheel1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026Other Controls: Power Button, Mic Mute Button, Razer SmartSwitch Button. Volume Dial. The dial is stored as a volume wheel.

Volume control

Wheel2Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/headsets/virtuoso-maxRead 30 September 2026Getting to Know Your Headset: A mode Switch, B action Switch, C Custom Button, D Volume Control Ring, E Multi-function Control Ring, I Mic Mute Button. Rings rotate for volume.

Wheel1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026Volume Control: Volume Dial.

Game and chat mixiBalances separate game and chat audio streams. Mixing Bluetooth and dongle source volume alone does not count. Supported platforms belong in the source note.

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Remappable controlsiOn-device button, touch or dial functions can be reassigned. Changing EQ alone does not count.

Yes2Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/headsets/virtuoso-maxRead 30 September 2026iCUE can remap the Custom button and swap the two control rings

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Wear detection

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Voice assistant

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Comfort and build

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Headband type

Padded6Reviewcgmagonline.com/review/hardware/corsair-virtuoso-max-headsetRead 30 September 2026Comfort paragraph: padding on headband is thin, explicitly establishes padded style.

Padded1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026Thick, Soft Headband Cushion. The guide lists an adjustable padded headband.4Owner's manualcdn.tgdd.vn/Products/PDF/3/358763/HDSD/Huong-dan-su-dung.pdfRead 14 October 2026Overview item A: Adjustable padded headband.

Headband material

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Memory foam with breathable fabric10Reviewcgmagonline.com/review/hardware/razer-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026The same memory foam and breathable fabric line the top head cushion as well.

Frame material

Aluminum1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011372-ww/virtuoso-max-wireless-gaming-headset-carbon-ca-9011372-wwRead 30 September 2026Premium aluminum build5Maker spec sheet (PDF)boulanger.scene7.com/is/content/Boulanger/0840440484615_f_0Read 30 September 2026Page 2 Construction paragraph: robust lightweight aluminum frames the fabric/memory foam cushions.

Plastic with an inner metal headband8Reviewwindowscentral.com/accessories/headphones-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chroma-reviewRead 14 October 2026The headset is mostly plastic. Wccftech says it has an inner metal headband.9Reviewwccftech.com/review/razer-barracuda-x-chroma-worthy-upgrade/ampRead 14 October 2026Made mostly from plastic with an inner-metal headband.

Ear cup material

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Plastic8Reviewwindowscentral.com/accessories/headphones-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chroma-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review: the headset is mostly plastic, with a metal inner headband. Wccftech also says it is made mostly from plastic.9Reviewwccftech.com/review/razer-barracuda-x-chroma-worthy-upgrade/ampRead 14 October 2026Made mostly from plastic.

Ear pad material

Fabric and memory foam5Maker spec sheet (PDF)boulanger.scene7.com/is/content/Boulanger/0840440484615_f_0Read 30 September 2026Page 2 Features: fabric pads with memory foam.

Breathable fabric with memory foam cushions1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026Earpads material: Breathable Fabric with Memory Foam Cushions. Oval ear cushions.

Replaceable ear pads

Yes17Maker product pagehelp.corsair.com/hc/en-us/articles/45351527323793-CORSAIR-Spare-Parts-ListRead 7 October 2026Current producer spare-parts table explicitly lists CA-8910194 black Virtuoso MAX replacement earpads, compatible with Max Black. Exact maker serial-label instructions explain how the ear pad is removed. Pro/SE/XT pad compatibility is not inferred.

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Ear pad attachmentiHow a replacement ear pad attaches to the ear cup, not how the decorative outer cover attaches. A press-fit or snap-on pad counts as clip.

Twist lock18Maker product pagehelp.corsair.com/hc/en-us/articles/360025378691-Customer-Service-Find-Part-Serial-Number-LabelsRead 7 October 2026Producer label-location table explicitly includes Virtuoso MAX and instructs twisting the right earpad right to remove it. Producer hardware-label guide describes twisting off and reversing to reattach. This is the ear-pad mounting mechanism, not the outside cup cover.

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Ear pad openingiUsable opening inside an ear pad, excluding the outer cushion. Depth is the internal space between pad surface and driver cover.

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Width40Height60mm(1.6 × 2.4 in)1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026Inner Earcup Diameter: width 40 mm, length 60 mm. Length is stored as height.

Ear tips included

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Dust and water rating

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User-replaceable parts

VIRTUOSO MAX Earpads, Set of 2, Black, VIRTUOSO MAX WIRELESS Boom mic, Black, VIRTUOSO MAX WIRELESS USB Charging Cable, Black, VIRTUOSO MAX WIRELESS USB Dongle (WW), VIRTUOSO MAX WIRELESS Storage Pouch17Maker product pagehelp.corsair.com/hc/en-us/articles/45351527323793-CORSAIR-Spare-Parts-ListRead 7 October 2026Producer table binds CA-8910194 earpads, CA-8910196 boom mic, CA-8910198 storage pouch, CA-8910199 USB charging cable and CA-8910200-WW USB dongle to standard PC Virtuoso Max Black. Storage pouch is compatible with both Black and White. Xbox dongle, recycling-only battery removal and Pro headband spares are excluded.

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Software

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Companion app

CORSAIR iCUE2Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/headsets/virtuoso-maxRead 30 September 2026CORSAIR iCUE chapter: download iCUE, wireless receiver required for full feature set.

Razer Synapse and Razer Audio1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026Razer Synapse 4 on PC and the Razer Audio App on mobile.4Owner's manualcdn.tgdd.vn/Products/PDF/3/358763/HDSD/Huong-dan-su-dung.pdfRead 14 October 2026Razer Synapse (Windows 10 or higher) and the Razer Audio App (iOS 12 / Android 8.1 or higher).

App platforms

Windows, macOS2Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/headsets/virtuoso-maxRead 30 September 2026iCUE on Windows 10 or later, or macOS

Windows, Android, iOS4Owner's manualcdn.tgdd.vn/Products/PDF/3/358763/HDSD/Huong-dan-su-dung.pdfRead 14 October 2026Synapse requires Windows 10 or higher. Razer Audio App requires iOS 12 or Android 8.1 Oreo or higher.

User firmware updates

Yes2Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/headsets/virtuoso-maxRead 30 September 2026RF Wireless Mode / UPDATE FIRMWARE: Device Settings updates. CORSAIR iCUE paragraph specifies powered off USB mode for firmware.

Yes6Maker product pagemysupport.razer.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/15135/~/razer-barracuda-x-chroma-firmware-updater-|-rz04-0522Read 14 October 2026Razer Barracuda X Chroma Firmware Updater page (RZ04-0522). Latest firmware updater v1.4.0_r1, dated 29 August 2025, adds Nintendo Switch 2 compatibility. The page itself blocks the agent, so its content came from search results.

Dimensions and weight

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Headset weightiPublished headset mass without detachable cable or microphone when stated. A fixed cable remains included. Any unqualified maker weight is identified in the source note.

417g(14.7 oz)5Maker spec sheet (PDF)boulanger.scene7.com/is/content/Boulanger/0840440484615_f_0Read 30 September 2026Page 3 metric Product Weight 417g, mic inclusion unstated. Published 0.95lb converts to about 430.9g and is internally inconsistent. Metric 417g is independently stated in public launch/review specifications. Imperial conversion is not substituted.

285g(10.1 oz)1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026Weight 285 g / 0.635 lbs. The guide says approx. weight 285g.4Owner's manualcdn.tgdd.vn/Products/PDF/3/358763/HDSD/Huong-dan-su-dung.pdfRead 14 October 2026Approx. weight: 285g / 0.635lbs.

Headset dimensionsiBody size with headband upright and ear cups in their normal wearing position. Width is across the head, height is top to bottom, and depth is front to back. Folded or flat-swivel dimensions are not substituted.

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Certifications

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Hi-Res Audio

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Communication certifications

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FCC ID

2AAFM-RDA00492Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/headsets/virtuoso-maxRead 30 September 2026Copyright/legal: headset FCC ID 2AAFM-RDA0049. Receiver 2AAFM-RDA0050 excluded.

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Other certifications

EU Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU conformity, EU RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU conformity, UK Radio Equipment Regulations 2017 conformity, UK RoHS Regulations 2012 conformity, ISED IC 10954A-RDA004919Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.corsair.com/image/upload/v1786601295/downloads-prod/CE-000644.pdfRead 7 October 2026Exact product download CE-000644 identifies headset RDA0049 and dongle RDA0050, declaring RED 2014/53/EU and RoHS 2011/65/EU. Signed October 17, 2024. UKCA-000366 identifies the same pair and declares UK RER 2017 and RoHS 2012, signed October 18. Exact manual legal section supplies ISED 10954A-RDA0049 for headset. Receiver IC/FCC identifiers are excluded from headset certification list. These are maker declarations, not invented third-party audio/communication certification.20Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.corsair.com/image/upload/v1786600455/downloads-prod/UKCA-000366.pdfRead 7 October 2026Exact RDA0049 headset/RDA0050 receiver declaration names Radio Equipment Regulations 2017 and Restriction of Use of Certain Hazardous Substances Regulations 2012. Signed October 18, 2024.21Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/headsets/virtuoso-maxRead 7 October 2026Copyright/legal: IC 10954A-RDA0049 Headset. Receiver 10954A-RDA0050 is a separate component and excluded. Existing headset FCC ID retained.

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In the box

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In the box

CORSAIR VIRTUOSO MAX WIRELESS headset, Detachable microphone, USB wireless receiver, USB charging cable (1.8 m), Carry case, Safety leaflet, Warranty card5Maker spec sheet (PDF)boulanger.scene7.com/is/content/Boulanger/0840440484615_f_0Read 30 September 2026Page 3 Package Contents: headset, detachable mic, wireless receiver, 1.8m USB charging cable, case, safety leaflet, warranty card. Package adjective unidirectional conflicts with technical table omni. Adjective excluded from item name.

Razer Barracuda X Chroma, USB Type C Razer HyperSpeed Wireless Dongle, Removable Razer HyperClear Cardioid Mic, USB Type C charging cable, Type C to Type A adapter, Fabric travel bag, Important Product Information Guide4Owner's manualcdn.tgdd.vn/Products/PDF/3/358763/HDSD/Huong-dan-su-dung.pdfRead 14 October 2026What's inside: headset, USB Type C HyperSpeed dongle, removable HyperClear Cardioid mic, USB Type C charging cable, Type C to Type A adapter, Important Product Information Guide. The travel bag comes from reviewers.7Measurementsoundguys.com/razer-barracuda-x-chroma-review-127456Read 14 October 2026Included cloth carrying pouch. Windows Central and CG Magazine also list a travel bag.8Reviewwindowscentral.com/accessories/headphones-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chroma-reviewRead 14 October 2026Headset, detachable microphone with external pop filter, HyperSpeed dongle, USB Type-C to Type-A adapter, felt travel bag and a braided USB Type-C to USB Type-C charging cable.10Reviewcgmagonline.com/review/hardware/razer-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026Headset, detachable mic, USB-C to USB-C charging cable, USB-A to USB-C adaptor, fabric bag and USB-C dongle.

Cables includediSupplied playback, charging, dongle and adapter cables. A permanently attached headset cable is included and named as fixed.

ACORSAIR Virtuoso Max Wireless

Type	Length (m)	Count
USB charging cable	1.8	1

Source5Maker spec sheet (PDF)boulanger.scene7.com/is/content/Boulanger/0840440484615_f_0Read 30 September 2026SKU sheet page 3 Package Contents: one USB charging cable, 1.8m. Connector endpoints are not specified in this cell and not inferred.

BRazer Barracuda X Chroma

Type	Count
USB Type-C to USB Type-C charging cable	1
USB Type-C to USB Type-A adapter	1

Source4Owner's manualcdn.tgdd.vn/Products/PDF/3/358763/HDSD/Huong-dan-su-dung.pdfRead 14 October 2026What's inside: USB Type C charging cable and Type C to Type A adapter. Lengths are not stated.8Reviewwindowscentral.com/accessories/headphones-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chroma-reviewRead 14 October 2026Braided USB Type-C to USB Type-C charging cable. No cables for wired audio.

Carrying caseiSupplied carrying case or pouch. A retail carton does not count as a carrying case.

Hard7Reviewgamesradar.com/hardware/headsets-headphones/corsair-virtuoso-max-wireless-review-a-pc-headset-tour-de-forceRead 30 September 2026Review’s included-case discussion / product recommendation explicitly describes hardbound carry case.

Soft7Measurementsoundguys.com/razer-barracuda-x-chroma-review-127456Read 14 October 2026Included cloth carrying pouch.8Reviewwindowscentral.com/accessories/headphones-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chroma-reviewRead 14 October 2026In the box: a basic felt travel bag.

Links

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Product page

www.corsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011372-ww/virtuoso-max-wireless-gaming-headset-carbon-ca-9011372-ww1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011372-ww/virtuoso-max-wireless-gaming-headset-carbon-ca-9011372-wwRead 30 September 2026Product title VIRTUOSO MAX WIRELESS Carbon, SKU CA-9011372-WW. Separately named Xbox edition excluded.

www.razer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chroma1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026US product page.

Spec sheet

boulanger.scene7.com/is/content/Boulanger/0840440484615_f_05Maker spec sheet (PDF)boulanger.scene7.com/is/content/Boulanger/0840440484615_f_0Read 30 September 2026Complete manufacturer-authored SKU sheet v1.1_071124, March 19, 2025 footer. Specific Carbon CA-9011372-WW, not a generic older Virtuoso sheet.

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Manual

www.corsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/headsets/virtuoso-max2Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/gamer/headsets/virtuoso-maxRead 30 September 2026Public HTML Manual/Quick Start Guide VIRTUOSO MAX. RF wireless mode (PlayStation and PC), charging, battery removal and legal sections read. Separate Xbox manual linked, not inherited.

mysupport.razer.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/14768/~/user-guides%2C-manuals%2C-and-documentation-for-razer-barracuda-x-chroma-%7C-rz04-05225Owner's manualmysupport.razer.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/14768/~/user-guides%2C-manuals%2C-and-documentation-for-razer-barracuda-x-chroma-%7C-rz04-0522Read 14 October 2026Razer support page for user guides, manuals and documentation for the Barracuda X Chroma | RZ04-0522, updated 25 November 2024, with user guides in about ten languages. The page itself blocks the agent, so its content came from search results. The Master Guide text was read from a retailer-hosted copy of the Razer PDF.

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

2years1Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-headsets/ca-9011372-ww/virtuoso-max-wireless-gaming-headset-carbon-ca-9011372-wwRead 30 September 2026FAQ: 2-year limited warranty3Press releasecorsair.com/newsroom/press-release/corsair-launches-virtuoso-max-headset-with-active-noise-cancellation-and-dolby-atmos-for-ultra-immersive-gaming-available-in-both-pc-and-xbox-versionsRead 30 September 2026Two-year warranty.

2years1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chromaRead 14 October 2026Get up to 2 years of warranty. Windows Central also states a 2-year standard warranty.8Reviewwindowscentral.com/accessories/headphones-headsets/razer-barracuda-x-chroma-reviewRead 14 October 2026Covered by Razer's 2-year standard warranty.

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