Razer Barracuda X vs. Turtle Beach Recon 500

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Razer Barracuda X and Turtle Beach Recon 500. 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 X vs. Turtle Beach Recon 500 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Razer Barracuda X Turtle Beach Recon 500
Product Type Headset - 2.4 GHz - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack, USB-C Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Series Gaming -
Weight 250 g -
Colour Quartz | Black | Mercury Arctic camo
Earpad Material FlowKnit memory foam Memory foam, mesh textile
Headband Material - Metal
Design - Games
Recommended Use Game console, computer Game console, portable electronics, computer
Gaming Yes -
SOUND QUALITY Razer Barracuda X Turtle Beach Recon 500
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Ear Cups Type - Closed
Connectivity Technology Wireless, wired Wired
Wireless Technology 2.4 GHz radio frequency -
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.2 -
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 -
Diaphragm 40 mm 60 mm Turtle Beach Recon 500 have a thicker diaphragm than Razer Barracuda X.
Magnet Material Razer Triforce titanium Neodymium
Features - Dual driver, ProSpecs glasses relief system
MICROPHONE Razer Barracuda X Turtle Beach Recon 500
Form Factor Detachable headset microphone Detachable headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Cardioid (uni-directional) Uni-directional
Noise Cancelling - Yes Turtle Beach Recon 500 microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz -
Sensitivity -42 dB -
Sensitivity Margin +/- 3dB -
REMOTE CONTROL Razer Barracuda X Turtle Beach Recon 500
Controls Volume, answer/end, microphone on/mute, play/pause, next/previous track, skip track Mute, volume
CABLE Razer Barracuda X Turtle Beach Recon 500
Cable Type Audio cable - detachable - 1.5 m Headset cable - braided fabric - 1.3 m
Cable Length 1.5 m 1.3 m
FEATURES Razer Barracuda X Turtle Beach Recon 500
Additional Functions - ProSpecs Glasses Relief System, TruSpeak microphone technology
BATTERY AND CHARGING Razer Barracuda X Turtle Beach Recon 500
Battery Type Headset battery -
Battery Life 20 hour(s) -
CONNECTIONS Razer Barracuda X Turtle Beach Recon 500
Connector Type Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS Razer Barracuda X Turtle Beach Recon 500
Included Accessories USB-C wireless transmitter Sticker
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years -
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