I've relied on this gaming headset for years - now it's down to $69
Apr. 2, 2024Grab the Razer Barracuda X for its lowest price yet
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Wireless headsets generally start at around the $130 mark, though there are other budget options fromSteelSeriesthat occupy a similar price point to the Barracuda X. Picking up a Razer device with this level of quality for under $70 is a steal.
Buy it if:
✅You want a headset for Switch, PS5, PC, and mobile✅You also want a set of regular headphones✅You don’t want extra faff to configure before use
Don’t buy it if:
❌You mostly play on Xbox❌You want finer control over EQ settings
Price Check:Amazon: $69.99|Best Buy: $69.99
Should you buy the Razer Barracuda X?
Still, if you’re looking for a wireless headset for every other platform, and you still want some neat extra features baked in you’re not going to find a better price out there at the moment. Dual-Bluetooth, Razer app compatibility (though not full Synapse control), a solid microphone, and long-lasting comfort doesn’t often come this cheap and if I had $70 to spend on a new gaming headset this week I’d be putting it here in a heartbeat.
You’re not going to get the audio quality of something like theAstro A50 XorSteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless, two top headsets in my regular rotation. However, I’ve had the Barracuda X hooked up to my Nintendo Switch for years now and it’s a travel necessity by now. I’ve never been disappointed by its value proposition, even after testing far more expensive headsets for weeks at a time. It stands up well against the slightly pricier options I’ve had my hands on as well, offering more flexible useability than theSony Inzone H5(MSRP $149.99) and more features than theSteelSeries Arctis Nova 4(MSRP $119.99).
There is one headset that could out-do the Barracuda X in this price range, and that’s theRazer BlackShark V2 Hyperspeed. It’s built around the same high-end drivers and microphone as the luxuryBlackShark V2 Pro, but with cheaper build materials bringing the MSRP down to $129.99. You are getting better sound quality and a wider range if you can stretch to a three figure price tag, however it’s still worth noting that the BlackShark is nearly double the price of the Barracuda X with today’s discounts.
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Managing Editor of Hardware at GamesRadar+, I originally landed in hardware at our sister site TechRadar before moving over to GamesRadar. In between, I’ve written for Tom’s Guide, Wireframe, The Indie Game Website and That Video Game Blog, covering everything from the PS5 launch to the Apple Pencil. Now, i’m focused on Nintendo Switch, gaming laptops (and the keyboards, headsets and mice that come with them), PS5, and trying to find the perfect projector.
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