Razer Barracuda X

Works on Windows and PS5, with a mute control.

HeadsetA light wireless headset with a USB-C dongle for PC, PlayStation and Switch, plus Bluetooth for your phone

Maker price $99.99 at Razer ↗ · checked Nov 2, 2026

Platform connections

“Works” means the maker lists that platform for the connection shown; “Maker doesn't say” means it doesn't mention it either way. On a headset, it also depends on the edition you pick.

Razer Barracuda X: how it connects and what you can adjust

Over the wireless dongle

Razer Barracuda X microphone
The wireless dongle from the box
Mic input on your PC or console
Game chat

Connections: USB-C 2.4 GHz wireless dongle · Bluetooth 5.2 · 3.5 mm
Mute: Mic mute on/off toggle on the headset
Hear yourself: Not listed by the maker

Choose it if…

You want game sound and voice chat in one headset.
You are happy to check your voice with your chat app’s mic test instead of hearing yourself continuously in headphones.
You want a wearable microphone rather than a separate desk stand or arm.

Before choosing this model

Razer lists PC, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2 and mobile; it doesn't list Xbox or Mac.
Razer lists Switch 2 but doesn't say the mic works in GameChat: run GameChat's mic check first.
Its 7.1 surround sound works only on Windows 10 64-bit, Razer says.
A dongle that fits a console's USB port doesn't mean the console takes the mic: check which platforms its maker lists on this page.
No stand or arm needed: the mic is on the headset.
Use the cable in the box; you only need an adapter if your computer lacks that port.

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Controls and specifications

PC · PlayStation · Nintendo Switch · Nintendo Switch 2 · Mobile (Android and iOS). Software: Not listed by the maker.

Connections, controls and fit
Connections	USB-C 2.4 GHz wireless dongle · Bluetooth 5.2 · 3.5 mm
Microphone mute	Mic mute on/off toggle on the headset
Monitoring	Not listed by the maker
Chat controls	detachable boom mic · mic mute toggle · volume
Mounts	Not listed by the maker
Dimensions	Not listed by the maker

In the box and parts
Included parts	Barracuda X headset · Detachable mic · Wireless USB-C dongle · 3.5 mm audio combo cable (1.3 m) · USB-A to USB-C charging cable (1.5 m) · USB-A to USB-C extender (1.5 m)
Additional parts	Depends on how you connect it and the headphones you use.

Manufacturer specifications for Razer Barracuda X.
Compatibility the maker lists	PC, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch 1, Nintendo Switch 2, mobile devices (Android and iOS)
Console statement	Razer lists PlayStation, Nintendo Switch 1 and Nintendo Switch 2; it says nothing about the mic in Switch 2 GameChat
Microphone	Detachable HyperClear cardioid mic
Pickup pattern	Unidirectional
Drivers	Razer TriForce 40 mm
Connections	USB-C wireless (2.4 GHz) · Bluetooth 5.2 · 3.5 mm analog
Weight	250 g (0.55 lb)
In the box	Razer Barracuda X · Detachable HyperClear cardioid mic · Wireless USB-C dongle · 3.5 mm audio combo cable (1.3 m) · USB-A to USB-C charging cable (1.5 m) · USB-A to USB-C extender (1.5 m)

Questions about the Razer Barracuda X

Does the Razer Barracuda X work on PS5?

Yes, Razer documents it. Pick it in the console's microphone settings and check the level before joining a party.

Set it up for game chat.

Connect the parts shown in the diagram. If you use XLR, connect the microphone to the interface before selecting it in your app.
Choose the intended input in the operating system. Run the Discord input check or use your console’s microphone test.
Check speaking level and mute with headphones on. Change only one gain, sensitivity or suppression control between tests.

References

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