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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 (USB-C) wins by 8
AirPods Max (USB-C) — H1 · Spatial Audio · Dynamic Head Tracking
Apple

AirPods Max (USB-C)

H1 · Spatial Audio · Dynamic Head Tracking

88
/ 100
From $549
Specdex verdict

AirPods Max (USB-C) takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Razer Barracuda X (White) lands at 80 and AirPods Max (USB-C) at 88. That puts AirPods Max (USB-C) 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 (USB-C) if…

  • ✓Premium aluminum build
  • ✓Seamless Apple integration
  • ✓Head-tracked spatial audio
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Winner by scenario

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

Sound quality

AirPods Max (USB-C)

Tuning, detail, and staging

AirPods Max (USB-C) leads on sound (92 vs 80).

Noise cancelling

AirPods Max (USB-C)

ANC strength for commute and travel

AirPods Max (USB-C) leads on anc (92 vs 70).

Comfort

AirPods Max (USB-C)

Long-session wearability

AirPods Max (USB-C) leads on comfort (82 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 (USB-C)

Score breakdown

Razer Barracuda X (White)
80
anc 70
sound 80
comfort 78
battery 86
features 80
AirPods Max (USB-C)
88
anc 92
sound 92
comfort 82
battery 82
features 86

Specs side-by-side

Razer Barracuda X (White) versus AirPods Max (USB-C) — full spec comparison
Spec Razer Barracuda X (White) AirPods Max (USB-C)
Type
Gaming headset
—
Variant
White
—
Release year
2021
—
Driver
—
40 mm dynamic
Codecs
—
AAC, SBC
Battery
—
20 h
Weight
—
384 g
Connectivity
—
BT 5.0, USB-C lossless

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 (USB-C)

Pros
  • +Premium aluminum build
  • +Seamless Apple integration
  • +Head-tracked spatial audio
Cons
  • −Still uses H1 (not H2)
  • −Heavy at 384 g
  • −No power button / auto-pause

FAQ: Razer Barracuda X (White) vs AirPods Max (USB-C)

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

AirPods Max (USB-C) 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 (USB-C) worth the price? +

At $549, AirPods Max (USB-C) delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in anc.

Does Razer Barracuda X (White) or AirPods Max (USB-C) 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 (USB-C)? +

AirPods Max (USB-C) — leads on sound (92 vs 80). Tuning, detail, and staging.

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

AirPods Max (USB-C) — leads on anc (92 vs 70). ANC strength for commute and travel.