Gaming
Razer Barracuda
63Good
$160
Full review dataRazer Barracuda vs Razer BlackShark V3 Pro: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Razer BlackShark V3 Pro comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 87. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Razer BlackShark V3 Pro - Outstanding overall at around $250.
Score breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Razer BlackShark V3 Pro leads on 6 of 7 measures.
- Razer Barracuda
- Razer BlackShark V3 Pro
HearWiki score
63
87
Sound
7.1
8.7
Noise cancelling
-
7.8
Battery
7.2
9.0
Calls
5.7
8.8
Value
5.2
7.5
Price (USD)
$160
$250
Generation & platform
The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?
Mixed generations
Razer BlackShark V3 Pro (2025) against Razer Barracuda (2022). Neither is straightforwardly newer: the Razer Barracuda brings Bluetooth 5.2 against 4.0, while the Razer BlackShark V3 Pro answers with ANC type Hybrid against None. The Razer BlackShark V3 Pro answers on convenience features: it adds Transparency mode.
- Barracuda2022
- BlackShark V3 Pro20253 yr newer
What differsBarracudaBlackShark V3 Pro
- Bluetooth
- 5.2
- 4.0
- ANC type
- None
- Hybrid
- Transparency mode
- No
- Yes
Platform
Everyday features
Level on: Top codec, Multipoint pairing, USB-C, Custom EQ, Companion app.
Specifications
BarracudaBlackShark V3 Pro
- Type
- Gaming
- Gaming
- Price (USD)
- $160
- $250
- HearWiki score
- 63
- 87
- Released
- 2022
- 2025
- Availability
- Still sold new
- Sold new
- Driver
- 50 mm dynamic
- 50 mm dynamic
- Driver type
- dynamic
- dynamic
- Driver size
- 50 mm
- 50 mm
- Drivers per side
- 1
- 1
- Frequency response
- 20 Hz - 20 kHz
- 12 Hz - 28 kHz
- Impedance
- 32 Ω
- 32 Ω
- Sensitivity
- 96 dB/mW
- 108 dB/mW
- Bluetooth
- 5.2
- 4.0
- Codecs
- SBC, AAC
- SBC, AAC
- Multipoint pairing
- Yes
- Yes
- Latency
- -
- 10 ms
- Wireless range
- -
- 10 m
- Battery life
- 40 h
- 70 h
- Battery life (ANC on)
- -
- 48 h
- Quick charge
- -
- 10 min → 6 h
- Wireless charging
- No
- No
- Active noise cancelling
- No
- Yes
- ANC type
- none
- hybrid
- Transparency mode
- No
- Yes
- Companion app
- Yes
- Yes
- Custom EQ
- Yes
- Yes
- Wear detection
- No
- No
- Controls
- buttons
- both
- Weight
- 300 g
- 367 g
- Water resistance
- none
- -
- USB-C
- Yes
- Yes
- Pad material
- leatherette
- -
- Connector
- USB-C
- -
- Microphones
- 2
- 1
- Call noise reduction
- Yes
- -
- Call NR technology
- AI ENC
- -
What reviewers said
Razer Barracuda
The Razer Barracuda is a wireless over-ear gaming headset that focuses on lightweight comfort and long-lasting performance, delivering up to 40 hours of use on a single charge. It pairs 50mm dynamic drivers with versatile Bluetooth 5.2 and multipoint support, making it easy to switch between gaming and daily listening. While it lacks active noise cancellation, its detachable mic and broad platform compatibility make it a solid pick for casual gamers.
- Pro:40-hour battery life for extended sessions
- Pro:Lightweight 300g design for comfort
- Pro:Bluetooth 5.2 with multipoint for seamless device switching
- Con:No active noise cancellation or transparency mode
- Con:Only SBC and AAC codecs, no high-res options
- Con:No water resistance for outdoor use
Razer BlackShark V3 Pro
The Razer BlackShark V3 Pro is a wireless gaming headset that pairs a long-lasting battery with hybrid active noise cancellation for focused play sessions. It features 50mm dynamic drivers, Bluetooth with multipoint support, and a low-latency design, making it a versatile option for both gaming and everyday use. Its lightweight build and customizable EQ add to its appeal for extended comfort and personalized sound.
- Pro:Hybrid ANC for immersive gaming
- Pro:Up to 70 hours of battery life
- Pro:Multipoint Bluetooth connectivity
- Con:Heavier than some rivals at 367g
- Con:No wireless charging support
- Con:Only one microphone for communication
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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