Razer Barracuda V2 Pro Goes Official With Longer 70-Hour Battery Life, Multi-Platform Connectivity

Razer has unveiled its latest iteration of the Barracuda hybrid wireless headset, the Barracuda V2 Pro. This refreshed model succeeds the original Barracuda Pro, boasting a range of enhancements. The device adopts a lighter design, tipping the scales at 285g, while retaining a foldable, lay-flat construction with premium leatherette ear cushions.

A noteworthy addition is the storage compartment for the wireless dongle within one ear cup, enhancing portability. The SmartSwitch button facilitates seamless transitions between HyperSpeed Wireless and Bluetooth connections. Unlike many of Razer's peripherals, this headset does not incorporate RGB lighting. Internally, it houses Razer's TriForce Bio-Cellulose 40mm drivers, offering a frequency response range from 12Hz to 20kHz.

This setup delivers a rich, natural sound with crisp highs, clear mids, and deep, distortion-free bass. On PC, the headset delivers THX Spatial Audio+ with 7.1.4 virtual surround sound for an immersive auditory experience. Hybrid Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) is also included, managed by external and internal microphones. Users have the option to choose between a detachable boom microphone for enhanced clarity or the internal beamforming microphones for a more compact setup, both powered by AI-powered noise cancellation.

Multi-platform connectivity is a hallmark of the Barracuda V2 Pro, allowing for simultaneous 2.4GHz and Bluetooth connections, with a USB-C wired connection as an additional option. Battery life has seen a significant boost, with the headset capable of up to 70 hours of use when ANC is disabled, and 50 hours with ANC engaged. This represents a marked improvement over its predecessor, which offered 40 hours of battery life.

The Razer Barracuda V2 Pro is accessible via Razer's official website, priced at RM969, making it more affordable than its predecessor at launch.