Razer Barracuda HP-1

190 reviews

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 190 reviews of Razer Barracuda HP-1. The average rating for this product is 3.3/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other Headphones for all reviews. People really like the durability, whereas some have doubts about the sound.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Headphones the Razer Barracuda HP-1 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 82/100 = Very good quality.

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Amazon.co.uk review summary for Razer Barracuda HP-1

alaTest has collected and analyzed 2 user reviews of Razer Barracuda HP-1 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 5.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other Headphones on Amazon.co.uk.

100% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Jan, 2025

Expert review by : David Rudden (cnet.com)

Razer HP-1 Barracuda 8-Channel Gaming Headphones review

Razer is well-known for its myriad gaming mice, but the company has recently branched out in an attempt to capture other areas of the PC gaming market. In addition to the Tarantula keyboard, this year has also seen the company introduce the $130...

The Razer Barracuda HP-1 Gaming Headphones provide excellent 5.1 surround sound for games. The removable microphone is great for online multiplayer and VoIP applications. The built-in amp is powered by a USB connection, rather than the AC power found...

The headphones don't sound as good with movies and music as they do with games. You must buy Razer's sound card to truly optimize audio.

The Razer Barracuda HP-1 Gaming Headphones are great for gameplay, but there are better options for music and movies.

Oct, 2006

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Expert review by : CPU3D (cpu3d.com)

Razer Barracuda HP-1 Gaming Headphones

While this was Razer's first attempt at creating gaming headphones, let alone any audio products, they certainly put their best foot forward with the Barracuda HP-1. From the build quality to the audio performance, the Razer Barracuda HP-1 was able to...

Dec, 2007

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Expert review by : Techware Labs (techwarelabs.com)

Expert Review

Before I even laid my hands on the headset, I was rather skeptical that a headset could provide true 5.1 sound. Although I knew it was a razer product, and I have yet to be disappointed by one of their products, I was still worried. Now I can say again...

May, 2007

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Expert review by : OverClock Intelligence Agency (ocia)

Razer Barracuda HP-1 Gaming Headphones

This photo has no real significance... I just thought it was cool.Test Rig:AMD Athlon 64 3200 @ 2.5gHzAbit KN8 Ultra motherboard (with onboard sound card)XFX 6800 EXtreme 256 video card4 x 512 Corsair XMS PC-3200 2-3-3-6Sunbeamtech Nuuo 550 power...

Feb, 2007

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Expert review by : techPowerUp! (techpowerup.com)

Razer Barracuda HP-1

The Barracuda brings some really neat features to the headset stage, being able to provide full 5.1 surround sound with a really comfortable design. What prevents the Barracuda from getting an even higher score is the durability of the design. Because...

Comfort, Audio performance, Surround sound !, Gaming performance, Design

Design looks great but doesn't feel to sturdy, Price

Dec, 2006

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Expert review by : Sean Montgomery (bootdaily.com)

Razer Barracuda HP-1 Gaming Headphones

Unless your live on your own, in your own house and can have your PC speakers turned up as loud as you want, at some point in time you've undoubtedly used headphones to get your gaming on at volumes you want to listen at. I know very few neighbors or...

Final Thoughts The Razer Barracuda HD-1's are quite a set of gaming headphones. For everyday use they are very comfortable. Even though they may appear big and bulky they are surprising light - even after several hours of wearing them. For movies they...

Nov, 2006

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Expert review by : Admin (overclockersclub.com)

Razer Barracuda HP1 Gaming Headphone Review

IntroductionWhoosh! Do you remember the Memorex commercial where the guy in the chair was totally overtaken by the quality? Once this Barracuda takes a bite out of you, you'll be its favorite bait. The much-anticipated Razer Barracuda HP-1 Gaming...

Comfort ; Removable Microphone ; Five sound Adjustments ; Self Adjustable ; Led's

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I usually don’t get too excited over a set of headphones, but once I put these on I was utterly impressed. In fact, I just might not use my speakers anymore. The headphones were very comfortable. Even after two hours of use, the soft ear cushions posed...

Nov, 2006

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Expert review by : Paul Lilly (hardwarelogic.com)

Razer Barracuda HP-1 Gaming Headphones

Having secured a place for themselves in gaming lore, Razer now looks to expand their product lineup and today we'll be looking at, or should I say listening to, their new Barracuda HP-1 gaming headphones. Boasting 5.1 surround sound and an impressive...

All in all, Razer's first foray into the gaming audio market is a decent first effort. The Barracuda HP-1 headphones are comfortable over long gaming sessions, the 5.1 surround sound works well, and the volume gets loud enough that you won't miss...

Sep, 2006

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Expert review by : Americanfreak (modders-inc.com)

Razer Barracuda HP-1 8 Channel Gaming Headphones

Razer, the leader in high performance gaming mice, has jumped full force into the sound products arena with their Barracuda HP-1 Headphones. Razer knows how much gamers want the best hardware available to beat down their opponents and hearing your foe...

5.1 sound in Headphones ; 5.1 sound on your head ; 5.1 sound...oops already said that

Ear piece depth was a bit to shallow for me ; The control module is in the wrong direction. Turing it around would allow you to clip it to your pants and have the volume control up

Everything that Razer does is always first class even when it comes down to the design of the packaging for their products. When I first opened the box that the Razer Barracuda HP-1 came shipped in and saw the actual packaging my first thought was...

Sep, 2006

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Expert review by : Francis Yeo (hardwarezone.com)

Razer Barracuda HP-1 Gaming Headphones

Razer has finally unleashed the Barracuda HP-1 Gaming Headphones. Offering 720 degrees of gaming madness, the HP-1 will give gamers a much-needed advantage.

Aug, 2006

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