Razer Barracuda X wants to be your go-to headset for Switch, PS5, PC, and Android
Razer today announced the Barracuda X headset, which it's pitching to consumers as a multi-platform headset that can be used across gaming and mobile devices. More specifically, Razer is targeting four different platforms with the Barracuda X: PC, Switch, PS5, and Android. In addition, the company says that users will be able to switch between all four platforms "seamlessly" thanks to the HyperSpeed Wireless USB-C dongle that it comes packed with.
Indeed, it seems that the Barracuda X doesn't connect wirelessly over Bluetooth but uses that dongle instead. The Barracuda X also comes equipped with a 4-pole 3.5mm jack for wired connections, though it can also be used with a USB-C to USB-A adapter cable when wireless connectivity via USB-C isn't available (such as when the Switch is docked).
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For all other times, though, Razer says that you'll just need to plug that HyperSpeed dongle into an available USB-C port, and it'll be off to the races, so to speak. The headset uses customized dynamic 40mm drivers, and Razer is clearly positioning this as a headset that can be used both for gaming and audio playback.
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Evidence of that can be found in the cardioid mic, which can be detached from the headset when you aren't in voice chat. That mic is Discord-certified as well, and its unidirectional cardioid pickup pattern should help give it some level of voice isolation too. Additionally, the headset supports surround sound when plugged into a Windows 10 64-bit PC as well.
So, if you find yourself switching between platforms frequently but don't want to pair a Bluetooth headset or headphones each time you do, then the Barracuda X might be worth checking out. It's available today from Razer's website and authorized retailers for $99.99.