Razer Barracuda X Chroma - Wireless RGB Gaming Headset

RAZER BARRACUDA X CHROMA

HYBRID AUDIO FREEDOM.
ILLUMINATED.

Whether you’re at home or on the go, experience true audio versatility and flair anywhere with the Razer Barracuda X Chroma. Featuring Razer SmartSwitch Dual Wireless, toggle between gaming and mobile use instantly with a lightweight wireless RGB gaming headset that offers the best of both worlds.

RAZER™ SMARTSWITCH DUAL WIRELESS

Quick-Toggle Between Razer™ HyperSpeed & Bluetooth

Capable of connecting to a 2.4GHz and Bluetooth device at once, SmartSwitch enables seamless shifting between both for unrivalled convenience.

  • Calls from a connected Bluetooth device will automatically come through, so you can conveniently take the call then switch back to the game audio without ever removing the headset.

  • Do Not Disturb Mode can be toggled on in the Razer Audio app if you want to block incoming calls from coming through, while a dedicated button on the headset allows you to manually switch between HyperSpeed Wireless and Bluetooth audio sources.

MULTI-PLATFORM FREEDOM

With 2.4 GHz wireless and Bluetooth capabilities, enjoy gaming on all your favorite devices from PC, PlayStation, to your smartphone, and more with our multi-platform gaming headset.

6-ZONE EARCUP LIGHTING

Powered by Razer Chroma™ RGB

Enjoy new, stunning RGB lighting effects on a wireless gaming headset featuring 6-zone earcup lighting. With access to 16.8 million colors and a suite of lighting effects, apply your preferred settings and watch it work seamlessly with over 300 games and 500 devices across more than 50 partners.

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UP TO 40% FASTER

Experience high-speed wireless connectivity via the Type C Razer HyperSpeed wireless dongle with 20ms latency response, making it even quicker than the Barracuda X’s 35ms.

PERSONALIZE CHROMA EFFECTS

Via Razer Audio App & Razer Synapse

285 G
ERGONOMIC DESIGN

All-Day Comfort Both Indoors & Out

Built for gaming marathons and portable enough for daily commutes, this lightweight gaming headset includes breathable memory foam ear cushions and swiveling earcups for a snug, comfortable fit.
  • Product view with parts labeled 1, 2, 3
    1

    Breathable Memory Foam Ear Cushions

    For a plush fit and seal

  • 2

    Swivel Mechanism

    Adjustable for a personalized fit

  • 3

    Thick, Soft Headband Cushion

    Distributes weight evenly for a pressure-free fit

BASE CHARACTERISTICS

  • RAZER™ TRIFORCE 40 MM DRIVERS

    High-End Audio Performance

    Our patented 3-part driver design pushes out exceptional highs, mids, and lows that don’t muddy, providing deeper gaming immersion and a more dynamic listening experience for music and videos.

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  • DETACHABLE RAZER™ HYPERCLEAR CARDIOID MIC

    Crystal-Clear Voice Capture

    This wireless headset features an upgraded mic with improved bass and high frequency pick up, making your voice sound warmer and more natural. Additionally, make the headset more travel-friendly for mobile use by removing it at any time.

    Razer Barracuda X Chroma

    Headset A

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  • 70-HOUR
    BATTERY LIFE

    Multi-Day Use

    The wireless headset now offers increased battery life—a 40% improvement from the Barracuda X’s 50 hours. Additionally, a quick 15 minutes of charging will yield approximately 6 hours of play time. Power through multiple days of working, gaming and commuting without worry. Be ready to take on anything with an everyday essential that’s always ready to go.

  • Headphones with a visual diagram showing sound control: Treble, Mid, Bass, with a glowing side indicator on white over-ear headphones.

    RAZER™ TRIFORCE 40 MM DRIVERS

    High-End Audio Performance

    Our patented 3-part driver design pushes out exceptional highs, mids, and lows that don’t muddy, providing deeper gaming immersion and a more dynamic listening experience for music and videos.

    Learn More

  • Over-ear gaming headset with RGB lighting, logo on ear cups, and attached microphone, placed on a dark background.

    DETACHABLE RAZER™ HYPERCLEAR CARDIOID MIC

    Crystal-Clear Voice Capture

    This wireless headset features an upgraded mic with improved bass and high frequency pick up, making your voice sound warmer and more natural. Additionally, make the headset more travel-friendly for mobile use by removing it at any time.

    Razer Barracuda X Chroma

    Headset A

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  • Wireless gaming headset with a built-in microphone on a stand, in front of a colorful computer monitor, RGB lighting on desk and equipment.

    70-HOUR
    BATTERY LIFE

    Multi-Day Use

    The wireless headset now offers increased battery life—a 40% improvement from the Barracuda X’s 50 hours. Additionally, a quick 15 minutes of charging will yield approximately 6 hours of play time. Power through multiple days of working, gaming and commuting without worry. Be ready to take on anything with an everyday essential that’s always ready to go.

  • Close-up of gaming headset with RGB lighting, showing internal audio driver with labeled treble, mid, bass components.

    RAZER™ TRIFORCE 40 MM DRIVERS

    High-End Audio Performance

    Our patented 3-part driver design pushes out exceptional highs, mids, and lows that don’t muddy, providing deeper gaming immersion and a more dynamic listening experience for music and videos.

    Learn More

  • Green Razer gaming headset with RGB lighting and adjustable mic, placed on a dark surface. No visible text on the headset.

    DETACHABLE RAZER™ HYPERCLEAR CARDIOID MIC

    Crystal-Clear Voice Capture

    This wireless headset features an upgraded mic with improved bass and high frequency pick up, making your voice sound warmer and more natural. Additionally, make the headset more travel-friendly for mobile use by removing it at any time.

    Razer Barracuda X Chroma

    Headset A

    Learn More

  • Green gaming headset with a microphone, on a stand in front of a colorful monitor, with a keyboard behind, lit by RGB lights.

    70-HOUR
    BATTERY LIFE

    Multi-Day Use

    The wireless headset now offers increased battery life—a 40% improvement from the Barracuda X’s 50 hours. Additionally, a quick 15 minutes of charging will yield approximately 6 hours of play time. Power through multiple days of working, gaming and commuting without worry. Be ready to take on anything with an everyday essential that’s always ready to go.

MOBILE APP CUSTOMIZATION

Maximize the Razer Barracuda X Chroma’s full potential with the Razer Audio App. Check essential settings like battery status and make on-the-fly adjustments like customizing EQ and Chroma, toggling ‘Do Not Disturb’ mode, and more.

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Razer Barracuda Pro Razer Barracuda Razer Barracuda X Chroma Razer Barracuda X
Razer Barracuda Pro Razer Barracuda Razer Barracuda X Chroma Razer Barracuda X
DRIVERS Razer™ TriForce Bio-Cellulose 50 mm Drivers Razer™ TriForce Titanium 50 mm Drivers Razer™ TriForce 40 mm Drivers Razer™ TriForce 40 mm Drivers
MICROPHONE Integrated Beamforming Noise-Cancelling Microphones Integrated Beamforming Noise-Cancelling Microphones Upgraded Detachable Razer™ HyperClear Cardioid Mic Detachable Razer™ HyperClear Cardioid Mic
SURROUND SOUND THX Spatial Audio THX Spatial Audio 7.1 Surround Sound 7.1 Surround Sound
CONNECTIVITY Wireless: Razer™ HyperSpeed Wireless Technology (2.4 GHz) + Bluetooth 5.2 Wireless: Razer™ HyperSpeed Wireless Technology (2.4 GHz) + Bluetooth 5.2

Wired: 3.5 mm		 Wireless: Razer™ HyperSpeed Wireless Technology (2.4 GHz) + Bluetooth 5.3 Wireless: Razer™ HyperSpeed Wireless Technology (2.4 GHz) + Bluetooth 5.2

Wired: 3.5 mm
RGB LIGHTING - - 6-Zone Earcup Lighting -
BATTERY LIFE Up to 40 hours (2.4 GHz connection) Up to 40 hours (2.4 GHz connection) Up to 70 hours (Lighting OFF, 2.4GHz connection)

Up to 30 hours (Lighting ON, 2.4GHz connection)		 Up to 50 hours (2.4 GHz connection)
WEIGHT 340 g 300 g 285 g 250 g

AVAILABLE IN

BLACK | WHITE | Phantom

  • Gaming headset with Razer logo, black design, over-ear cushions, adjustable mic, and RGB lighting on ear cups on a black background.
  • White gaming headset with black cushioned ear cups, a microphone, and RGB lighting on ear cups; logo in the center.
  • A green Razer gaming headset with a built-in microphone, illuminated multicolor ring, and padded ear cups, set against a black background.

FAQS

  • What’s new with the Razer Barracuda X Chroma?

    The Barracuda X Chroma now comes with 6-zone earcup lighting for added flair, longer battery life of up to 70 hours, and an upgraded detachable Razer HyperClear cardioid mic.

  • What connectivity options are available on the Razer Barracuda X Chroma?

    The headset offers 2 modes of connectivity; 2.4GHz wireless via the provided Type C Razer HyperSpeed wireless dongle, and Bluetooth mode supported by Razer SmartSwitch Dual Wireless.

  • Should I be using Razer HyperSpeed Wireless (2.4GHz) or Bluetooth for PC gaming?

    Razer HyperSpeed Wireless (2.4GHz) is optimal for gaming with its ultra-low latency of 20 ms and more stable connectivity, while Bluetooth offers mobile convenience on the go without the need for an additional wireless dongle.

  • What makes the Razer Barracuda X Chroma a hybrid headset?

    The Razer Barracuda X Chroma is fully equipped to provide a complete audio experience, regardless of whether you’re gaming at home or enjoying entertainment on the go. With the headset’s USB Type C dongle still connected to your PC/console, you can switch to Bluetooth at any time for a quick and easy, grab-and-go experience when moving from indoors to outdoors.

  • What is Razer SmartSwitch Dual Wireless?

    It is a feature that lets you connect a 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth device to the headset at once, allowing for seamless use between them without having to manually pair and unpair. Simply double-tap the Razer SmartSwitch button to toggle between wireless modes.

  • What audio EQ profile should I be using?

    For the best audio experience, Razer recommends using the ‘Game’ EQ for competitive shooter games, ‘Movie’ EQ for MOBAs, RPGs or watching movies, and ‘Music’ EQ for all forms of music content. A fourth ‘Custom’ EQ is also available which can be personalized via the Razer Audio App to strike that perfect audio balance.

  • Can I upgrade the 7.1 Surround Sound on this headset?

    Yes, you can upgrade it to THX Spatial Audio—an advanced 7.1 Surround Sound application designed for even more customizable positional audio, which comes with a greater suite of features such as custom-tuned profiles optimized for your favorite games. Find out more at razer.com/thx-spatial-audio.

    Purchase the Razer Barracuda X Chroma and get 50% off this upgrade by claiming the promo code from the 7.1 Surround Sound app.

  • How do I re-pair the Bluetooth on the headset?

    Press and hold the SmartSwitch button on the headset for 7 sec to enter Bluetooth pairing mode. Once the LED indicator starts flashing blue, you are free to pair the headset with any Bluetooth enabled device.

  • How long does it take to charge the Razer Barracuda X Chroma?

    A full charge of 70 hours of play time will take around 4 hours, while 15 minutes of charge will yield approximately 6 hours of play time.

  • Why doesn’t the Razer Barracuda X Chroma appear on Synapse 3?

    The headset is only supported on Razer Synapse 4 for its full suite of features and customization. Download Razer Synapse here.