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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you're looking for high-end earbuds with excellent overall sound quality, active noise cancelling for travel, low-latency for TV and video, and a premium build, the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX would suit you. They are wireless with advanced codecs like AptX Adaptive for better sound transmission, optimized for both Android and Apple, and have a decent battery life. However, they are not the best for calls and meetings. On the other hand, the HyperX Cloud II headphones, while much less expensive, offer excellent comfort and microphone quality, making them ideal for gaming and calls. They are wired, over-ear headphones with robust build quality, but lack wireless convenience and active noise cancelling, and are not as portable or suitable for exercise and travel. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX
- Excellent for gaming
- Very good for TV and video
- Very good for exercise
- Very good for air travel
Advantages of the HyperX Cloud II
- Good for phone calls
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Gaming
9.3
8.6
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX is excellent for gaming, while the HyperX Cloud II is very good.
Phone Calls
5.3
7.5
The HyperX Cloud II is good for phone calls, while the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.1
7.0
The HyperX Cloud II is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX is only fair.
TV and Video
8.9
7.6
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX is very good for TV and video, while the HyperX Cloud II is good.
Noise Reduction
8.3
6.0
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX is very good for noise reduction, while the HyperX Cloud II is only fair.
Battery
6.5 Hours
N/A
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX has 6.5 hours of battery life. The HyperX Cloud II does not have a battery.
Cost
$399
$64
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The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX has a price of $399 and the HyperX Cloud II costs $64.
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Key similarities
Music
7.9
7.7
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX and HyperX Cloud II are both good for music.
Build Quality
10.0
10.0
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX and HyperX Cloud II both have best in class build quality.
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How the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX and the HyperX Cloud II compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX | HyperX Cloud II |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$399 | $64 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Bang and Olufsen | HyperX | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | January 1, 2015 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 5.4/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 9.3/10 | 8.6/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 9/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 9/10 | 4.3/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 6.5 Hours | N/A | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | Yes | N/A | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.5 Hours | N/A | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.2 | N/A | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 22 | N/A | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 8.4/10 | 6/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | Yes | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | N/A | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | N/A | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 7/10 | 10/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 10/10 | 10/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8.4/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | N/A | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 6 Grams | 317.5 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Boom | |
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Danielle | January 2023
"If you’ve wanted truly wireless headphones, but couldn’t pick them up because they sound terrible, these will be the headphones that win you over. If you’re the kind of person who would consider spending $400 on headphones, these are the right truly wireless headphones for you."
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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 Bang and Olufsen
Bang and Olufsen is an almost century-old electronic goods manufacturer based in Denmark with a very special focus on design. Peter Bang and Svend Olufsen created the first AC radio in 1925 and went on to develop televisions, telephones and, of course, headphones and loudspeakers. Today, they are partnered with several companies, like Audi, BMW and Aston Martin, to provide very high-quality audio solutions.
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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