Last year’s Barracuda X from Razer impressed us with its fantastic value for a wireless gaming headset. For $99.99, it offered a comfortable fit, a solid build, good sound quality, an excellent mic, and plenty of connection options thanks to its USB-C transmitter. The only thing it truly lacked was Bluetooth connectivity, and despite this the headset still earned our Editors’ Choice award. Razer tweaked the 2022 Barracuda X with one major change: Bluetooth. That means it can now connect to your phone, PC, Nintendo Switch, or any other Bluetooth-enabled device without the transmitter. That’s all while keeping the same performance, price, and design. With that in mind, it easily earns our Editors’ Choice recommendation for budget-friendly wireless gaming headsets. The Same Look and Feel The updated Barracuda X—available in black, pink, or white—is physically identical to the previous version. It’s Razer’s most unassuming headset, with plain, oblong plastic cups with flat backs, a...
The 2022 Razer Barracuda X is one of the best wireless gaming headsets you can buy for $100, with strong performance, a comfortable fit, and lots of connectivity options, including Bluetooth.
Strong audio performance; Clear mic quality; Comfortable fit; Plenty of connectivity options with Bluetooth, USB-C transmitter, and 3.5mm
7.1-channel simulated surround sound isn't the most accurate; Doesn't come with a carrying bag or case