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Razer Barracuda X (White) — Gaming · 2021 · White
Razer

Razer Barracuda X (White)

Gaming · 2021 · White

80
/ 100
From $99
VS
AirPods Max wins by 8
AirPods Max — Over-ear · 2020
Apple

AirPods Max

Over-ear · 2020

88
/ 100
From $549
Specdex verdict

AirPods Max takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Razer Barracuda X (White) lands at 80 and AirPods Max at 88. That puts AirPods Max ahead by 8 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Razer Barracuda X (White) if…

  • ✓Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
  • ✓Detachable broadcast mic
  • ✓Console compatibility

Pick AirPods Max if…

  • ✓Flagship comfort + ANC on modern models
  • ✓Premium build
  • ✓Active noise cancellation (most models)
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Sound quality

AirPods Max

Tuning, detail, and staging

AirPods Max leads on sound (88 vs 80).

Noise cancelling

AirPods Max

ANC strength for commute and travel

AirPods Max leads on anc (86 vs 70).

Comfort

AirPods Max

Long-session wearability

AirPods Max leads on comfort (87 vs 78).

Value for money

Razer Barracuda X (White)

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Razer Barracuda X (White) more score per dollar ($99 vs $549).

Razer Barracuda X (White) 80
vs
88 AirPods Max

Score breakdown

Razer Barracuda X (White)
80
anc 70
sound 80
comfort 78
battery 86
features 80
AirPods Max
88
anc 86
sound 88
comfort 87
battery 82
features 84

Specs side-by-side

Razer Barracuda X (White) versus AirPods Max — full spec comparison
Spec Razer Barracuda X (White) AirPods Max
Type
Gaming headset
Over-ear
Variant
White
—
Release year
2021
2020

Razer Barracuda X (White)

Pros
  • +Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
  • +Detachable broadcast mic
  • +Console compatibility
Cons
  • −Bulkier than audiophile cans
  • −Game-tuned EQ
  • −Software required on PC

AirPods Max

Pros
  • +Flagship comfort + ANC on modern models
  • +Premium build
  • +Active noise cancellation (most models)
Cons
  • −Battery varies by codec
  • −Some are Bluetooth-only
  • −Price creep vs previous gen

FAQ: Razer Barracuda X (White) vs AirPods Max

Which is better, Razer Barracuda X (White) or AirPods Max? +

AirPods Max scores 88 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 8. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Razer Barracuda X (White) worth the price? +

At $99, Razer Barracuda X (White) delivers a Specdex score of 80 — strongest in battery.

Is AirPods Max worth the price? +

At $549, AirPods Max delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in sound.

Does Razer Barracuda X (White) or AirPods Max last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for sound quality, Razer Barracuda X (White) or AirPods Max? +

AirPods Max — leads on sound (88 vs 80). Tuning, detail, and staging.

Which is better for noise cancelling, Razer Barracuda X (White) or AirPods Max? +

AirPods Max — leads on anc (86 vs 70). ANC strength for commute and travel.