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Updated January 10, 2024·
The AKG K361 offers a slightly better overall sound quality for music listening, but if you’re looking for a headset for gaming or calls and meetings, the HyperX Cloud II outperforms with its higher scores in mic quality and gaming. The Cloud II also provides virtual surround sound which the AKG lacks, enhancing the gaming and movie watching experience. For frequent travelers or those using headphones in noisy environments, neither have active noise canceling, but both have closed backs which provide some noise isolation. If comfort is a priority, the HyperX Cloud II rates higher. Bear in mind, the AKG K361 is often more expensive than the HyperX Cloud II. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the AKG K361
- Good for air travel
Advantages of the HyperX Cloud II
- Good for phone calls
- Very good for gaming
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Gaming
6.3
8.6
The HyperX Cloud II is very good for gaming, while the AKG K361 is only fair.
Phone Calls
3.2
7.5
The HyperX Cloud II is good for phone calls, while the AKG K361 is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
5.0
7.0
The HyperX Cloud II is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the AKG K361 is poor.
Cost
$99
$64
$40
$60
$80
$100
$120
$140
$160
The AKG K361 has a price of $99 and the HyperX Cloud II costs $64.
Build Quality
8.5
10.0
The HyperX Cloud II has best in class build quality, while the AKG K361 has very good build quality.
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Key similarities
Music
7.5
7.7
The HyperX Cloud II and AKG K361 are both good for music.
TV and Video
7.8
7.6
The AKG K361 and HyperX Cloud II are both good for TV and video.
Noise Reduction
6.0
6.0
The AKG K361 and HyperX Cloud II are both only fair for noise reduction.
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How the AKG K361 and the HyperX Cloud II compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| AKG K361 | HyperX Cloud II |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$99 | $64 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | AKG | HyperX | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 1, 2018 | January 1, 2015 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.5/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 3.3/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.4/10 | 8.6/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.9/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.3/10 | 4.3/10 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 6/10 | 6/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | N/A | 10/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 10/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.6/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 219 Grams | 317.5 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Boom | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
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AKG K361
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Alex Rowe | November 2019
"The K361 retains much of what makes the K371 such a winner, though it has a leaner sound, and the build changes made to trim the price down are immediately apparent. Still, it’s another excellent offering from AKG, and other companies in this fight should either be very worried or quickly designing updates to their old models."
HyperX Cloud II
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Rhys McIntyre | December 2022
"My overall impression of the HyperX Cloud II gaming headset is overwhelmingly positive. In my opinion, this is one of the best mid-priced gaming headsets currently on the market.Solid sound quality, superior comfort, and a sleek, lightweight design – this headset delivers all of the important aspects that a gaming headset should."
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About HyperX
Starting originally as a high-performance and gaming line of memory modules within Kingston and later acquired by HP, HyperX is a dedicated esports and gaming division focused on developing peripherals, microphones and headsets. Providing budget-friendly, comfortable and highly functional products, HyperX has become the go-to for many gamers around the world, resulting in sales of over 20 million headsets throughout the years.
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