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Updated April 10, 2024·
If you prioritize wireless connectivity and active noise canceling for a quiet listening experience during commutes or in noisy environments, go for the Earfun Wave Pro. They also have a longer battery life and are sweatproof, making them a solid choice for exercise use. However, HyperX Cloud II has superior microphone quality, which is key for clear communications in calls and gaming. If you play games frequently or use headphones primarily for voice chats, the Cloud II with virtual surround sound would be more suitable, despite their lack of wireless functionality and noise canceling. Keep in mind that the Cloud II's longer cable can be beneficial if you prefer not to worry about battery life or prefer sitting farther away from your audio source. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Earfun Wave Pro
- Excellent for phone calls
- Very good for TV and video
- Excellent for air travel
- Excellent for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the HyperX Cloud II
- The HyperX Cloud II has no clear advantages over the Earfun Wave Pro.
Key differences
Music
7.0
7.7
The HyperX Cloud II and Earfun Wave Pro are both good for music, though the HyperX Cloud II is somewhat better.
Phone Calls
9.0
7.5
The Earfun Wave Pro is excellent for phone calls, while the HyperX Cloud II is good.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
9.1
7.0
The Earfun Wave Pro is excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the HyperX Cloud II is good.
Noise Reduction
8.3
6.0
The Earfun Wave Pro is very good for noise reduction, while the HyperX Cloud II is only fair.
Battery
80.0 Hours
N/A
The Earfun Wave Pro has 80 hours of battery life. The HyperX Cloud II does not have a battery.
Cost
$80
$64
$50
$60
$70
$80
$90
$100
The Earfun Wave Pro has a price of $80 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 Earfun Wave Pro has very good build quality.
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Key similarities
Gaming
8.7
8.6
The Earfun Wave Pro and HyperX Cloud II are both very good for gaming.
TV and Video
8.0
7.6
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Earfun Wave Pro to be very good for TV and video, while the HyperX Cloud II is good.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Earfun Wave Pro | HyperX Cloud II |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$80 | $64 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Earfun | HyperX | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2024 | January 1, 2015 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired + Wireless | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.1/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 9/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.7/10 | 8.6/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 8/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.3/10 | 4.3/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 80 Hours | N/A | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | N/A | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 2 Hours | N/A | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.3 | N/A | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 8.4/10 | 6/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | Yes | |
Android App | |||
Android App | No | N/A | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | No | N/A | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 8.5/10 | 10/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 10/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.4/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 268 Grams | 317.5 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Boom | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
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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 Earfun
Earfun is an audio equipment manufacturer, headquartered in California, that specializes in producing quality, very affordable earbuds and wireless speakers. According to their site, their mission is to provide high-quality sound that the general public can hear, perceive, and afford.
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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