Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 vs. Razer Barracuda X

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 and Razer Barracuda X. Compare design, sound quality and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect headphones. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the headphones that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 vs. Razer Barracuda X Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 Razer Barracuda X
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack, USB-C Headset - 2.4 GHz - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack, USB-C
Series - Gaming
Height 20.4 cm -
Width 19.5 cm -
Depth 4.8 cm -
Weight 290.3 g 250 g Razer Barracuda X are lighter than Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 headphones.
Colour Light grey | Matte black Quartz | Black | Mercury
Earpad Material - FlowKnit memory foam
Recommended Use - Game console, computer
Gaming - Yes
SOUND QUALITY Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 Razer Barracuda X
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless, wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth 2.4 GHz radio frequency
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 5.2
Active Noise Cancelling Yes - Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Noise Isolating - Yes Razer Barracuda X are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - 7.1 Channel Virtual Surround Sound
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Sensitivity - 96 dB/mW
Impedance - 32 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure 115 dB -
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material - Razer Triforce titanium
MICROPHONE Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 Razer Barracuda X
Form Factor Built-in Detachable headset microphone
Type - Boom
Microphone Operation Mode - Cardioid (uni-directional)
Frequency Response - 100 - 10000 Hz
Sensitivity - -42 dB
Sensitivity Margin - +/- 3dB
REMOTE CONTROL Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 Razer Barracuda X
Controls Volume, power on/off, mute button, noise-cancellation suspend button Volume, answer/end, microphone on/mute, play/pause, next/previous track, skip track
CABLE Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 Razer Barracuda X
Cable Type Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB-C cable - detachable - 1.5 m
Audio cable - detachable - 1.5 m
Cable Length - 1.5 m
Detachable Cable Yes -
FEATURES Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 Razer Barracuda X
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible Yes -
Intelligent Assistant Cortana -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 Razer Barracuda X
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headset battery
Battery Life 20 hour(s) 20 hour(s) Both headphones last the same amount of time on a single charge.
Battery Life Details Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 20 hours -
Charging Time 2 hour(s) -
CONNECTIONS Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 Razer Barracuda X
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
USB (USB Type-C)
Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 Razer Barracuda X
Included Accessories Carrying case USB-C wireless transmitter
Compatibility iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Mac, Windows -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 2 years
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