Razer’s New Clio X: An Affordable Head‑Cushion Speaker for Gaming Chairs

During the buzz‑filled chaos of PAX West 2026, Razer quietly introduced a new add‑on for its gaming chairs: the Clio X. It’s a small, padded cushion that doubles as a wireless speaker, and the best part? It costs about half of the original Clio – $110 versus $230.

Installation is as simple as it sounds. The cushion slips onto the headrest with an adjustable nylon strap, then you plug a 15 W USB‑C cable into any power source that supports PD 2.0 – think a decent power bank or the charger that came with your laptop. Razer doesn’t bundle a charger, so you’ll need to bring your own.

Sound‑wise, the Clio X isn’t a stripped‑down version; it’s just built a bit differently. Instead of the flagship’s 43 mm aluminum cone drivers, the new model houses two 38 mm drivers paired with two 55 mm passive radiators. The compact setup still manages to fill the space around you, especially when you enable THX Spatial Audio, which widens ordinary stereo into an immersive 360‑degree field.

Connectivity leans on Razer’s proprietary HyperSpeed 2.4 GHz wireless link – the same tech marketed for ultra‑low latency in competitive gaming. The result is a lag‑free audio stream that feels right at home whether you’re in a frantic shooter or just listening to a soundtrack.

If you want to go beyond the cushion, you can daisy‑chain the Clio X to a larger Razer soundbar, giving you even more bass and volume headroom. Just remember: a non‑PD power source will throttle the speaker, cutting both power draw and max volume, so Razer recommends a power bank of at least 10 000 mAh for decent playtime.

The Clio X is now available directly from Razer’s website and at select retail locations. For gamers who already own a Razer chair, it’s an easy, inexpensive upgrade that brings surround‑sound immersion right to the headrest.