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General

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Series

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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.

TLL-000206Retailer pageglobal.channelonline.com/colbeta/oetc/Products/overview/M025670782Read 20 October 2026Distributor catalog lists manufacturer part TLL-00020 for Microsoft Xbox Wireless Headset with Bluetooth 5.3 and 20 hour run time, matching the 2024 hardware.

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

1963881358516Retailer pageglobal.channelonline.com/colbeta/oetc/Products/overview/M025670782Read 20 October 2026Catalog gives UPC 0196388135851, stored as the 12-digit UPC 196388135851. Black US model.

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

22 October 20242Press releasenews.xbox.com/en-us/2024/10/22/xbox-wireless-headset-evolutionRead 20 October 2026Announced and released the same day.

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 pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Maker page shows Add to Cart and a Find a retailer link on the access date.

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.

$109.992Press releasenews.xbox.com/en-us/2024/10/22/xbox-wireless-headset-evolutionRead 20 October 2026Priced at 109.99 USD ERP. US price excluding tax. The earlier headset launched at 99.99 USD.

$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.

€109.993Press articlethurrott.com/games/311868/new-xbox-wireless-headset-adds-voice-isolation-bluetooth-5-3-and-bigger-batteryRead 20 October 2026Launch article gives 109.99 EUR. The country is not named and VAT treatment is not stated.

€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, EU3Press articlethurrott.com/games/311868/new-xbox-wireless-headset-adds-voice-isolation-bluetooth-5-3-and-bigger-batteryRead 20 October 2026Launch prices listed for the US (USD), the euro area (EUR) and the UK (GBP). Pure Xbox confirms the headset live on the US and UK stores on launch day.

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

Black2Press releasenews.xbox.com/en-us/2024/10/22/xbox-wireless-headset-evolutionRead 20 October 2026Maker describes a sleek, all-black design and removes the green accents of the 2021 headset.

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 pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Sold on xbox.com in the gaming headsets section and described as a headset for gaming sessions.

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-ear6Retailer pageglobal.channelonline.com/colbeta/oetc/Products/overview/M025670782Read 20 October 2026Catalog lists headphone form factor full size. Windows Central describes leatherette ear cups with a tight fit for larger heads. No source uses the word over-ear.7Retailer pagetecisoft.com/products/microsoft-xbox-wireless-headset-blackRead 20 October 2026US reseller listing for SKU TLL-00020 calls it a premium over-the-ear gaming headset with cushioned earcups.

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.

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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

Headband1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Adjustable headband with earcups per the page.

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.

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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.

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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

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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.

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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

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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.

40mm1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Speakers row: speaker size 40mm.

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

Paper composite1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Speakers row: paper composite diaphragm.

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Magnet

Neodymium1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Speakers row: neodymium magnet.

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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 HzMax20 kHz1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Speakers row: 20Hz - 20kHz. No test standard or power state given.

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.

32Ω1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Speakers row: 32 ohm.

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.

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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.

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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.

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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

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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.

Windows Sonic, Dolby Atmos, DTS Headphone:X1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Spatial Sound technologies like Windows Sonic, Dolby Atmos and DTS Headphone:X on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One. DTS Headphone:X may need additional purchases, app downloads and supported hardware.

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.

Yes1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Page says Dolby Atmos is available at no extra cost with the headset. The DTS licence is not included.

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Head tracking

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Noise cancelling

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Active noise cancelling

No9Reviewpress-start.com.au/reviews/xbox-series-x-reviews/2024/11/11/xbox-wireless-headset-2024-reviewRead 20 October 2026Review of the 2024 revision says there is no kind of noise cancelling, and that the headset blocks outside sound only passively. The maker spec list names no active noise cancelling. Best Buy's Noise Cancelling (Active) label is read as the microphone's voice isolation.

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

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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.

AMicrosoft Xbox Wireless Headset

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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

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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.

Fixed boom1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Mic design: bendable boom with dual mics. Windows Central says the boom cannot be detached or retracted.8Reviewwindowscentral.com/accessories/headphones-headsets/xbox-wireless-headset-reviewRead 20 October 2026Review: the mic boom cannot be detached and is not retractable, so it is stored as a fixed boom. The boom is bendable per the maker.

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.

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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.

21Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Maker states a bendable boom with dual mics. Thurrott says the boom is slightly longer than the 2021 headset.

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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.

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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.

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-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.

DSP1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Enhanced auto-mute and voice isolation that reduce background noise for crystal-clear chat. The page does not say how it works. The Xbox Wire post names no AI or DSP either. Stored as dsp because it is processing, and Windows Central says it is not an AI feature8Reviewwindowscentral.com/accessories/headphones-headsets/xbox-wireless-headset-reviewRead 20 October 2026Review: the reviewer would have liked AI-powered active noise suppression instead of the auto-mute, so the mic processing is not AI. Auto-mute detects significant background noise and mutes the mic

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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

Yes1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Controls row lists a mute button. Thurrott places it at the bottom of the mic boom on the left side.4Reviewthurrott.com/hardware/314728/xbox-wireless-headset-review-2024Read 20 October 2026Review: one button on the left earcup at the bottom of the mic boom turns the mic on and off.

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 mic1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Mic design row names an illuminated LED on the mic. Windows Central says the LED on the mic shows when the mic is muted.8Reviewwindowscentral.com/accessories/headphones-headsets/xbox-wireless-headset-reviewRead 20 October 2026Review: an LED on the mic itself shows when the mic is actively muted. The maker spec text says the LED is illuminated when the mic is on. Both place the LED on the mic.

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Sidetone

Yes1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Accessories app row lists mic monitoring. Thurrott describes it as how much of your mic audio you hear in the headset.

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

Yes1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Thurrott: mic monitoring has three settings in the Xbox Accessories app. Windows Central says its volume is adjustable.4Reviewthurrott.com/hardware/314728/xbox-wireless-headset-review-2024Read 20 October 2026Review: mic monitoring controls how much of your mic audio you hear, with 3 sensitivity settings in the Xbox Accessories app.8Reviewwindowscentral.com/accessories/headphones-headsets/xbox-wireless-headset-reviewRead 20 October 2026Review: onboard mic monitoring with adjustable volume in the Xbox Accessories app.

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, Bluetooth1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Headset pairs directly to Xbox consoles over Xbox Wireless, a 2.4 GHz radio, with no dongle. Bluetooth 5.3 serves PC and mobile devices.

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.

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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-C4Reviewthurrott.com/hardware/314728/xbox-wireless-headset-review-2024Read 20 October 2026Review: USB-C charging port on the right earcup.

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.

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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.

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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.

None1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Direct pairing to the console. No dongle or base station is in the box. The discontinued Xbox Wireless Adapter for Windows is a separate accessory.

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.

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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.

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Bluetooth

5.31Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Bluetooth version row: 5.3 (A2DP, HFP, HSP).

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.

SBC1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Codec row: SBC.

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.

Yes5Press releasenews.xbox.com/en-us/2025/12/16/xbox-december-2025-update-mobile-app-updates-audio-supportRead 20 October 2026December 2025 firmware update for the latest Xbox Wireless Headset (October 2024 model) adds LE Audio support via the Xbox Accessories app. Needs a Windows 11 device with Bluetooth LE Audio. The post names no codec and does not mention Auracast. Launch firmware did not have it.

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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.

Yes1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Page says you can pair to your phone and console simultaneously to chat with a friend on your phone while playing on your console.

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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.

AMicrosoft Xbox Wireless Headset

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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.

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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.

Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows, Android, iOS1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026System requirements: Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows 10/11 and mobile devices with Bluetooth. Android and iOS are the Bluetooth mobile platforms. Xbox 360 and PlayStation are not named.

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.

AMicrosoft Xbox Wireless Headset

Platform	Connection	Microphone works
Xbox Series X|S	2.4 GHz	Yes
Xbox One	2.4 GHz	Yes
Windows	Bluetooth	Yes
Android	Bluetooth	Yes
iOS	Bluetooth	Yes

Source1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Console rows use Xbox Wireless. Windows 10/11 needs Bluetooth 4.2+ or a compatible USB-C cable per the page. Only the Bluetooth path is stored for Windows. The page says Bluetooth is for music or chat on PC and mobile.

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.

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

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

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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.

AMicrosoft Xbox Wireless Headset

Hours (h)
20

Source1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Up to 20 hours per charge. Maker note: tested by Microsoft on pre-production units and varies with distance from the console, accessories and usage. No connection or setting is stated.

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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70h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Battery life with ANC (claimed)

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Battery life without ANC (claimed)

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Charging port

USB-C4Reviewthurrott.com/hardware/314728/xbox-wireless-headset-review-2024Read 20 October 2026Review: USB-C charging port on the right earcup.

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.

180min1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Recharges to full in about 3 hours when the headset is not in use. Stored as 180 min.

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.

30min1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 202630 minutes of charging provides about 4 hours of battery life.

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.

4h1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026About 4 hours from a 30 minute charge. Charger and volume not stated.

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

Yes4Reviewthurrott.com/hardware/314728/xbox-wireless-headset-review-2024Read 20 October 2026Review says the USB-C port on the right earcup is positioned so it is not obtrusive when you use the headset while it charges.

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 wheel, Chat mix wheel1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Buttons: power/pair, mute, game/chat balance dial on the left earcup, volume dial on the right earcup.

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

Wheel1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Volume dial on the right earcup.

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.

Hardware dial1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Game/chat balance dial on the left earcup.

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

Yes10Maker product pagemicrosoft.com/en-gb/d/xbox-wireless-headset/9203q8w23lhnRead 21 October 2026Accessories app footnote: swap mix and volume dials with the XBOX Accessories App. Only the two dials can be swapped. No other button is remappable per this page

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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

Padded1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Materials row: inner steel metal band with foam cushioning.

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

Inner steel metal band with foam cushioning1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Materials row: Headband inner steel metal band with foam cushioning. LG's retailer spec sheet lists Foam, Steel

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

Steel1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Materials row: inner steel metal band.

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

Polyurethane leather over foam1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Materials row: oval ear cushions with polyurethane leather and foam cushioning.

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

Yes4Reviewthurrott.com/hardware/314728/xbox-wireless-headset-review-2024Read 20 October 2026Review: the leatherette material on the earcups can be removed for cleaning9Reviewpress-start.com.au/reviews/xbox-series-x-reviews/2024/11/11/xbox-wireless-headset-2024-reviewRead 20 October 2026Review: the faux leather earcups can also be taken off and replaced

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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.

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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

Ear cushions4Reviewthurrott.com/hardware/314728/xbox-wireless-headset-review-2024Read 20 October 2026Review: earcup leatherette is removable. Press Start says the earcups can be taken off and replaced. No source says the maker sells replacement cushions9Reviewpress-start.com.au/reviews/xbox-series-x-reviews/2024/11/11/xbox-wireless-headset-2024-reviewRead 20 October 2026Review: earcups can be taken off and replaced

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Software

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Companion app

Xbox Accessories app1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Xbox Accessories app adjusts equalizer, bass boost, auto-mute, LED brightness and mic monitoring.

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

Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Footnote: audio customization via the Xbox Accessories app on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and Windows 10/11.

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

Yes4Reviewthurrott.com/hardware/314728/xbox-wireless-headset-review-2024Read 20 October 2026Review: the Xbox Accessories app on Xbox or PC is where you check for new firmware updates.

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.

320g(11.3 oz)1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Weight row: 11 oz (320g). Cable not applicable since none is in the box.

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

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Other certifications

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In the box

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In the box

Xbox Wireless Headset1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026What's in the box lists only the Xbox Wireless Headset. Thurrott and Press Start say no USB cable is included. Windows Central says a charge cable is included, which the maker page does not list.

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.

AMicrosoft Xbox Wireless Headset

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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.

None1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026What's in the box lists only the Xbox Wireless Headset. No case or pouch

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.xbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headset1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026

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

www.microsoft.com/en-gb/d/xbox-wireless-headset/9203q8w23lhn10Maker product pagemicrosoft.com/en-gb/d/xbox-wireless-headset/9203q8w23lhnRead 21 October 2026Microsoft Store UK tech specs tab for the XBOX Wireless Headset. Lists system requirements, Accessories app, virtual surround, battery 20 hours, weight 320 g and warranty

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Manual

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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.

1year10Maker product pagemicrosoft.com/en-gb/d/xbox-wireless-headset/9203q8w23lhnRead 21 October 2026Tech specs: 1-year limited warranty. Microsoft's Limited Warranty is in addition to consumer law rights. UK store page

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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