Razer Barracuda vs. Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Razer Barracuda and Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed. Compare design, audio features, functions and other important specifications to easily choose the right headphones for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the headphones that will best fit your needs.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Razer Barracuda vs. Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Razer Barracuda Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed
Product Type Headset - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless Headset - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless, wired - USB-C
Weight 300 g 280 g Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed are lighter than Razer Barracuda headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details - Inner earcup diameter: 4.2 cm 6.2 cm
Earpad Material Memory foam Ultra-soft memory foam
Design - Games
Recommended Use Game console, portable electronics, computer Computer
Gaming Yes Yes
SOUND QUALITY Razer Barracuda Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Ear Cups Type - Closed
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless, wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.2 -
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC
Noise Isolating Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with noise isolation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects THX Spatial Audio THX Spatial Audio
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 12 - 28000 Hz Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed offer a larger frequency range than Razer Barracuda.
Sensitivity 96 dB/mW 100 dB Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed have higher sensitivity than Razer Barracuda.
Impedance 32 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 50 mm 50 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material Razer Triforce titanium Razer Triforce titanium
Features - Razer HyperSpeed Wireless
MICROPHONE Razer Barracuda Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed
Form Factor Built-in Headset microphone
Type - Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional, beamforming Uni-directional
Noise Cancelling Yes Yes The microphones on both headphones can cancel out ambient noise.
Noise Cancelling Technology - Razer HyperClear
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz 100 - 10000 Hz The frequency response of the microphones in both headphones is the same.
Sensitivity -38 dB -42 dBV/Pascal
Sensitivity Margin - +/- 3dB
REMOTE CONTROL Razer Barracuda Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed
Controls Volume, microphone on/mute Volume, microphone on/mute, Razer SmartSwitch button
CABLE Razer Barracuda Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed
Cable Type - USB-C to USB-A cable - 1.8 m
Cable Length - 1.8 m
FEATURES Razer Barracuda Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed
Features - Bendable microphone arm
BATTERY AND CHARGING Razer Barracuda Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed
Battery Type Headset battery Headset battery rechargeable
Battery Life 40 hour(s) 70 hour(s) Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed lasts longer on a single charge than the Razer Barracuda.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (with 15 min charge): up to 6 hours
OTHERS Razer Barracuda Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed
Included Accessories USB-C wireless transmitter -
Compatibility - Windows
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 2 years
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