A breakdown of the review per specifications

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) ipX4

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X ipX4

Ingress protection ratings refer to the rating of protection offered by an enclosure, against dust and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value represents protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).

Having a value of IPX4, the Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen)'s rating is read as, the first number of X denotes that no data available to specify a protection rating, and of liquids that they can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes.

In comparison to the Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen), Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X have a rating of IPX4 meaning that we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust) and that of liquids is that, they both have the same rating against liquids

Weight

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) ✗

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X 20g

The Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X have a weight of 20g . We take in account a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are easier to carry.

Has No Wires Or Cables

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) ✓

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X ✓

For a device to be true wireless it should have no wires connecting any part of the device together, Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) are true wireless for this case since they have no cables. This is an important difference since wireless earbuds have wires linking the two earbuds .

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X also is true wireless since it doesn't have cables linking the two earbuds .

Sweat Resistance

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) ✓

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X ✓

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) have sweat resistance

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc

Has Stereo Speakers

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) ✓

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X ✓

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.

The Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X also have stereo speakers

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Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) ✓

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X ✗

ANC makes use of more advanced kind of tech to reduce ambient sounds. ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and then inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out. Simply put, it's like having +1 (noise) and producing -1 (counter sound by the device) giving zero hence "diluting" the noise.

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) have ANC allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears as you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background noise.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) ✓

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X ✗

The Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) stay tightly in place, this creates a sound covering that reduces background sounds and also prevents the device sound from leaking out .

Driver Unit Size

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) 10mm

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X 13mm

The Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) driver unit is 10mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the earbuds, the unit size determines the sound made by the earbuds.

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X driver unit is 13mm in diameter, making them have a larger driver unit than that of Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) by 3mm , many people have a misconception that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

However, large drivers find it difficult to produce high frequencies so it's true that, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not mean that they produce better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) 20hz

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X 20hz

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio device generates low recognizable frequencies and if it alters the signal on its way through.

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices produce equal bass

Highest Frequency

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) 20,000hz

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X 20,000hz

The Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well a particular audio device makes high recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that both devices generate equal treble

Sound Pressure Level

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) ✗

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X 91db/mw

SPL, is the pressure level of sound, in decibels, dB, Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X's measurement is 91dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.

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Battery Life

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) 6.5hours

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X 7hours

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen)'s battery life is 6.5 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average before recharge. A device's battery life is usually given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X's battery life is more than that of Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) by 0.5 hours . Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less listening time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) 26hours

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X 21hours

The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and the Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen)'s case is said to have a charge of 26 hours. A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before recharging the case itself.

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X's charging case has a battery life of 21 hours, less than that of Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) by 5 hours

Charge Time

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) 1.5hours

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X 1.5hours

It requires 1.5 hours to fully charge the Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen)'s battery. It is highly adivsable to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery, equal to that of the Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen)

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) ✓

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X ✓

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights indicate the charging status of your earbuds and charging case.

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X too have a battery level indicator, these allow you to determine the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low.

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Has Usb Type-C

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) ✓

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X ✓

The Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) support USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current electronics.

Bluetooth Version

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) v5.2

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X v5.2

The Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data movement between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X has a Bluetooth version of 5.2, equal to that of the Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) 10meters

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X 10meters

The Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen)

Has Aac

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) ✓

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X ✓

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) support AAC, a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it can provide better results than other codecs at the same bit rate.

Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) will work well with your iPhone. If you intend on using these with Android you need to pay even closer attention to codec support for if they only have AAC they won't provide the best audio quality possible, ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.

The Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X support AAC as well. Designed to be the successor of the MP3 format, AAC generally achieves higher sound quality than MP3 encoders at the same bit rate.

Audio Latency

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) 60ms

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X 60ms

Latency refers to the time it takes for the audio signal to be transmitted to your earbuds. Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) have a latency of 60ms, a lower latency reduces audio lag and is particularly important when playing games or watching videos.

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X have a latency of 60ms. In the audio field, latency is another word for a delay.

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Number Of Microphones

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) 4only

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X 2only

The Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) have 4 microphones.

While the Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X microphones are 2, less than that of Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) by 2 . More microphones result in better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out noise.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) ✓

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X ✗

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are made to reduce noise from the earbuds' sound.

Mic Sensitivity

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) ✗

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X -26dbv/pa

The Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X microphone sensitivity is measured at -26dBV/Pa. The vastness of the analog or digital output signal from the microphone with its input stimulus is a calculation of its sensitivity. It's the 'loudness' of the voice that the earbud microphone can pick up.

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Supports Fast Charging

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) ✓

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X ✓

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) support fast charging. Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to fully charge a device.

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, just that the battery is filling up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in 30 minutes.

Has A Mute Function

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) ✓

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X ✓

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.

The Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X also support the mute function. The mute function means that you unilaterally turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party's voice.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) ✓

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X ✓

With the Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen), so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds.

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X too have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) 2years

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X ✗

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) have a warranty period of 2 Years, the period of time that warrant free repair and adjustment services in case of a malfunction occurring under normal use following instruction manuals.

Has Voice Prompts

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) ✓

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X ✓

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection.

The Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X also have voice prompts .i.e the device notifies you if the battery is running low, and you need to recharge them.

Travel Bag Is Included

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) ✓

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X ✓

The Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen) come with their own special pouch. Carrying earbuds openly, or placing them in your pockets without a cover may easily damage them.

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X also have a case included, which offers safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen)	Razer Hammerhead True Wireless X
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	ipX4	ipX4
	weight	✗	20g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	sweat resistance	✓	✓
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has active noise cancellation (noise control)	✓	✗
	has passive noise reduction	✓	✗
	driver unit size	10mm	13mm
	lowest frequency	20hz	20hz
	highest frequency	20,000hz	20,000hz
	sound pressure level	✗	91db/mw
POWER	battery life	6.5hours	7hours
	battery life of charging case	26hours	21hours
	charge time	1.5hours	1.5hours
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5.2	v5.2
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✓
	audio latency	60ms	60ms
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	4only	2only
	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✗
	mic sensitivity	✗	-26dbv/pa
EXTRAS	supports fast charging	✓	✓
	has a mute function	✓	✓
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	warranty period	2years	✗
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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A summary of the review by feature comparison

A breakdown of the review per specifications

Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

Has No Wires Or Cables

Sweat Resistance

Has Stereo Speakers

Sound Quality

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Driver Unit Size

Lowest Frequency

Highest Frequency

Sound Pressure Level

Power

Battery Life

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Charge Time

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Connectivity

Has Usb Type-C

Bluetooth Version

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Has Aac

Audio Latency

Microphone

Number Of Microphones

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Mic Sensitivity

Extras

Supports Fast Charging

Has A Mute Function

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Warranty Period

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included

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