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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prefer wireless convenience and need long battery life for on-the-go activities, choose the Beats Solo 3; they also fold for portability and offer an optimized experience for Apple devices. However, if you prioritize superior sound quality, comfort for extended listening sessions, and a top-notch microphone for calls or gaming, the HyperX Cloud II is a better fit, especially considering its more attractive price. Neither are sweatproof or dustproof, but the HyperX also offers virtual surround sound which the Beats don't, enhancing gaming and movie experiences. Keep in mind that the Beats have active noise cancellation for noisier environments, which the HyperX lacks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Beats Solo 3
- Very good for air travel
Advantages of the HyperX Cloud II
- Good for music
- Good for phone calls
- Very good for gaming
- Good for TV and video
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
6.3
7.7
The HyperX Cloud II is good for music, while the Beats Solo 3 is only fair.
Gaming
5.3
8.6
The HyperX Cloud II is very good for gaming, while the Beats Solo 3 is poor.
Phone Calls
4.7
7.5
The HyperX Cloud II is good for phone calls, while the Beats Solo 3 is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
5.8
7.0
The HyperX Cloud II is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Beats Solo 3 is poor.
TV and Video
5.6
7.6
The HyperX Cloud II is good for TV and video, while the Beats Solo 3 is poor.
Noise Reduction
5.3
6.0
The HyperX Cloud II is only fair for noise reduction, while the Beats Solo 3 is poor.
Battery
41.5 Hours
N/A
The Beats Solo 3 has 41.5 hours of battery life. The HyperX Cloud II does not have a battery.
Cost
$117
$64
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
The Beats Solo 3 has a price of $117 and the HyperX Cloud II costs $64.
Build Quality
8.0
10.0
The HyperX Cloud II has best in class build quality, while the Beats Solo 3 has very good build quality.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Beats Solo 3 | HyperX Cloud II |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$117 | $64 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Beats | HyperX | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2016 | January 1, 2015 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired + Wireless | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.3/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.3/10 | 8.6/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.6/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 5.9/10 | 4.3/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 41.5 Hours | N/A | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | N/A | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 2 Hours | N/A | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 4.2 | N/A | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 5.3/10 | 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 | 5.4/10 | 10/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8/10 | 10/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 5.7/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 213.1 Grams | 317.5 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Boom | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
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Beats Solo 3
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Sound Guys
Lily Katz | May 2023
"The Beats Solo3 Wireless is an old set of headphones but still works reliably well with iPhones, due to W1 chip integration and AAC support. The Beats Solo3 Wireless holds up well today with just a few features showing its age."
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 Beats
Beats is an American, consumer-focused, audio products manufacturer. Founded originally by American rapper and producer Dr Dre, the company is now a subsidiary of Apple. Beats sells a wide range of audio products, including several models of headphones, earbuds and speakers as well as full car audio systems.
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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