Razer - Barracuda X (2024) vs Razer - BlackShark V3 Pro
Between the Barracuda X (2024) and BlackShark V3 Pro, the Barracuda X (2024) comes out ahead in several specs, while the BlackShark V3 Pro wins on driver size and surround sound. Overall, the Barracuda X (2024) scores 58.6 and the BlackShark V3 Pro scores 77.5 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
The BlackShark V3 Pro is the clear pick on raw spec strength, leading by 18.9 points on the Mars Score. The margin is wide enough that the underdog only makes sense if its individual strengths line up with what you specifically need.
The Barracuda X (2024) doesn't pull ahead on any single popular-comparison spec — its strengths sit in the spec table groups rather than the headline advantages.
Pick the BlackShark V3 Pro if you care most about driver size and surround sound. Its strongest claims are driver size, surround sound, mic noise cancellation.
Both ship with comparable battery, 2.4 ghz lossless, so those specs don't separate the two — focus on the differences below.
Bottom line: the BlackShark V3 Pro is the safer default. The other model is the right choice only when its specific advantages line up with your priorities.
Why Razer - Barracuda X (2024) wins
- No decisive advantages.
Why Razer - BlackShark V3 Pro wins
- ▲Driver size — 25.00% more. 50 mm vs 40 mm.
- ▲Has Surround sound.
- ▲Has Mic noise cancellation.
Spec comparison
Audio
| Spec | Razer - Barracuda X (2024) | Razer - BlackShark V3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Driver sizeⓘ | 40 mm | 50 mmlead |
| Surround sound | false | truelead |
| ANCⓘ | false | false |
Microphone
| Spec | Razer - Barracuda X (2024) | Razer - BlackShark V3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Detachable mic | true | true |
| Mic noise cancellation | false | truelead |
Connectivity
| Spec | Razer - Barracuda X (2024) | Razer - BlackShark V3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Wireless | true | true |
| Battery | 70 h | 70 h |
| 2.4 GHz lossless | true | true |
| Platforms | PC,PS,Switch,Mobile | PC,PS,Mobile |
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