Razer, a major gaming peripheral manufacturer, will launch the Barracuda X "Barracuda", a 4-in-1 wireless gaming headset in Taiwan in the second half of the year. Through a USB Type-C wireless transceiver, it can be used on multiple platforms such as PC, Android, Switch, and PlayStation. It is more compatible with the latter's Tempest 3D sound technology, and of course you can also plug in a 3.5mm headphone cable to listen to music on other devices in wired mode. The Razer Barracuda X's built-in TriForce 40mm driver delivers three-band balanced, crystal-clear sound, 7.1-channel surround sound support via THX Spatial Audio, and a detachable HyperClear cardioid microphone Suppresses the sound from the rear and side, and provides excellent radio and anti-noise capabilities. Although it does not have exaggerated RGB lighting effects, the design vocabulary of Razer's "e-sports trendy brand" and the 250g lightweight body allow you to show it anytime, anywhere. Gamer personality.

The Barracuda X wireless gaming headset that JB unboxed this time is black, and there are also white and pink options. The case of the machine is made of plastic. Razer's iconic green element only appears on the microphone mute button. The BP5843A can only be seen when it pops up. It is a black three-headed snake logo on the earmuff shell that is quite hidden. At a specific angle Or not too obvious in the light, the inside is the olive-shaped FlowKnit ear pads, also black.

The Razer Barracuda X features swivel earmuffs that can be rotated 90 degrees to lay flat but cannot be folded for storage. The shape of the earmuffs is very similar to the Razer Opus, its own wireless ANC headset. As can be seen from the picture above, the arc of the headband feels wider, and it is easier to wear it. Also less chucking.

The width of the headband is quite narrow among over-ear headphones. The mirror text of RAZER is printed on the outside. Since the material is plastic, you need to be careful not to scratch it when using it. The adjustable structure inside the headband is made of steel metal. , there are 9 levels of elasticity, and the headband cushion is made of soft and thick FlowKnit memory foam, which does not feel any pressure or discomfort after wearing it for a long time.

Audio control and I/O are mainly concentrated on the left earcup. From right to left in the above picture are the microphone mute switch, volume control wheel, power button (also with play/pause function), LED status indicator, 3.5mm Audio + Mic jack, USB Type-C charging port, and combo microphone jack.

Press and hold the power button until the status indicator turns blue to turn on the power. Press and hold again to turn off the power. When the headset is connected to other devices, you can use other functions of the power button. Press it to play/pause, answer incoming calls Or to end a call, double-tap to jump to the track, triple-tap to go back to the previous track. When the Type-C wireless signal transceiver is plugged into a computer, host or mobile phone, the indicator light of the Razer Barracuda X will flash blue light briefly, indicating that the pairing is in progress, and it will show a solid blue light when the connection is completed. The near real-time speed is unmatched by Bluetooth. .

After all, the positioning is for home games. Razer Barracuda X does not have the function of ANC active noise reduction. Naturally, there is no corresponding button or mobile phone application with customized noise reduction effect.

When charging this wireless gaming headset, the status indicator will keep flashing green to indicate charging, while the green light will be solid when fully charged. If the power is below 30%, it will be solid red. Once the power is below 10 % will flash red light, and the headset will emit a warning sound to remind the user to charge in the red light state.

Among the four bags of accessories included in the box, the most important one is the Type-C wireless transceiver. The connection with multiple devices depends on this small device. I feel that I will lose it if I am not careful... This is also me It's a shame that the Razer Barracuda X doesn't come with a carrying case or accessory pack.

Plug the Razer HyperClear Cardioid Microphone into the mic jack and bend the mic so that it is parallel to your mouth to use, since the mic sensitivity is -42±3dB (@1kHz), it must be used very close, also pay attention to the mic The diaphragm surface of the microphone should face the mouth, and the ventilation holes should be away from the mouth. If you don't know which side is which, you can remove the microphone sponge cover to see. The inside of this microphone is made of steel wire arm material, and the outside is covered with plastic. It is flexible and easy to fix without hanging down.

The microphone radio is shown in the picture. When JB was talking with a friend while playing games, the other party said that my voice was very clear, and I could not hear the high-speed running sound of the gaming laptop fan or the low-frequency sound of the dehumidifier. The noise filter in the room The removal effect is pretty good.

Key specs of the Razer Barracuda X Wireless Gaming Headset:

Response frequency: 20Hz ~ 20kHz

Impedance: 32 ohms

Driver: 40mm Razer TriForce Driver

Connection type: USB-C wireless (2.4GHz), 3.5mm analog

Microphone: Detachable HyperClear Cardioid Microphone

Microphone response frequency and sensitivity: 100Hz~10kHz, -42±3dB (@1kHz)

Battery life: 20 hours

Weight: 250g

Price: RMB 3,190

The first thing I saw in terms of usage situation was the handheld mode of the Nintendo Switch. Plug in the Type-C wireless transceiver and you can use it. When you turn the volume down through the Switch volume keys, the word "USB" will be displayed on the volume bar in the upper left corner. As far as the football simulation game "FIFA 21" in the picture is concerned, the Razer Barracuda X sounds very different from the performance of directly using the built-in speakers of the host. It not only lacks a sense of shielding, but also hears more layers of BGM music. At the same time, the sound of the players kicking the football is more solid and weighty, and it is unique.

The Razer Barracuda X is a perfect match for the Switch. The insertion position will not affect the gaming experience. If you have a Switch carrying case, you can store the small Type-C wireless transceiver without fear of losing it.

If your PC or laptop has a USB Type-C port, the transceiver can be plugged in directly. If you only have traditional Type-A, you need to use the included adapter cable. Actual play the new first-person shooter "Battlefield 2042 -ic/" title="2042 model">2042-ic/" title="2042 model">2042-ic/" title="2042 model">2042-ic/" title="2042 Model">2042-ic/" title="2042 Model">2042-ic/" title="2042 Model">2042-ic/" title="2042 Model">2042-ic/" title= "Model 2042">2042-ic/" title="Model 2042">2042-ic/" title="Model 2042">2042-ic/" title="Model 2042">2042-ic/" title="2042 model">2042-ic/" title="2042 model">2042-ic/" title="2042 model">2042-ic/" title="2042 model">2042-ic/" title="2042 model" >2042-ic/" title="Model 2042">2042-ic/" title="Model 2042">2042-ic/" title="Model 2042">2042", you can immediately feel the Razer Barracuda X Low-frequency performance, such as the firing of bullets or cannonballs, the roar of explosions, and the approaching footsteps of the enemy in the game are more obvious and clear, while when playing "Last Battle: Infinite", the sharpness of the fish and the enemy soldiers like the wild boar beast The clamor is also very present.

Razer Barracuda X can be upgraded with THX Spatial Audio for an additional fee to experience virtual 7.1-channel surround sound on the Windows PC platform. This technology is used in many Razer headphones. Details can be found on the official website. I played the new racing game "Forza Motorsport: Horizon 5" with a laptop and this wireless gaming headset. The positioning of the sound is very accurate, and it can effectively block the car that is chasing behind while racing. In "Battlefield" In Fengyun 2042, through precise sound positioning, you can better detect the surrounding threats. You can also choose between two settings, Ambient Mode or THX Competition Mode, to enhance the game effect. The latter can enhance the sound of the enemy and reduce low-frequency sounds such as explosions, so that you can clearly hear the enemy's footsteps or reloading ammunition. Sound effects, the premise is that the game has support.

In addition, the Razer Barracuda X can also use 3D spatial sound technologies such as Dolby Atmos and Windows Sonic on the Xbox Series X, but since I don't have a PS5 to test, I apologize to everyone here.

When the wireless Bluetooth headset is connected to the mobile phone, even if the low-latency mode is provided, there will inevitably be a delay in the sound and picture. However, using the 2.4GHz Razer Barracuda X to play the first-person shooter mobile game "Call of Duty: Mobile", the sound of gun firing There is "almost" no annoying delay with the spark, and it is more conducive to listening to the position to predict the enemy's direction, but as you can see from the above picture, when the Type-C wireless transceiver is plugged into the bottom of the phone, it is obviously prominent, which will affect the grip

The Razer Barracuda X is equipped with a 40mm TriForce driver unit, which is 20% smaller than the 50mm of its own wired gaming headset BlackShark V2. Even so, the volume of the scroll wheel is adjusted to the highest level without distortion. The music quality is better than wireless Bluetooth earphones at the same price. I played Ed the Redhead's "Bad Habits" on the music streaming app Spotify. The high-frequency vocals are still clear, and the low-frequency performance is not bad. The sense of volume seems to be a little bit worse. The mid-frequency performance is balanced and the details are rich. It is a pity that the machine does not have further customization options or equalizers that can be fine-tuned... And in terms of sound insulation, there is no Razer with active and passive noise reduction. The Barracuda X performs well in a quiet environment, but if it is used outdoors or on the MRT, the surrounding noise cannot be effectively masked.

The actual weight of the Razer Barracuda X was measured at 255g. It will not be too much of a burden to take it out, but you still have to make room for storage and be careful not to scratch it. According to Razer's official data, this wireless gaming headset has a battery life of 20 hours when fully charged. If the volume is not set too high, it should be able to get nearly 5 hours of listening time, which is very suitable for gaming marathons! It takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes to fully charge the phone, but it does not support fast charging (you can connect a 3.5mm headphone cable if it is not charged anyway) and the Razer Synapse app, so you can't see the actual battery percentage, only through the LED status indicator to judge.

The Razer Barracuda X wireless gaming headset is lightweight, supports four platforms, and is plug-and-play. If you are a PS5, Switch and PC player at the same time, it will be a very convenient choice to enjoy a gaming experience without the constraints of cables...even It can be said that it is the closest gaming headset to "multi-platform universal", but compared with products of the same price, there may be custom functions such as sound effect profile, equalizer, noise reduction/ring mute, etc. The function of Razer Barracuda X is still A little less, but still very intuitive and easy to use! In addition, the detachable microphone is a highlight of the design. Even if you don't play games, you can take this low-profile wireless gaming headset out of the house and use it as a general over-ear headset. In terms of yuan price, it is a high CP value product that can be used anywhere without losing money.