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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Focal Bathys provides superior overall sound quality, a better soundstage, and active noise cancelling, making it ideal for immersive music listening and air travel. However, considering the price, the HyperX Cloud II offers an excellent microphone, durable build, and high comfort level, which might be more suitable for extended gaming sessions and calls. If budget is a significant concern and you need a microphone for clear communication, the HyperX Cloud II might be the better option. If you prioritize sound quality and noise isolation and can justify a higher expense, then the Focal Bathys should be considered. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Focal Bathys
- Very good for music
- Excellent for gaming
- Best in class for TV and video
- 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 Focal Bathys is excellent for gaming, while the HyperX Cloud II is very good.
Phone Calls
5.2
7.5
The HyperX Cloud II is good for phone calls, while the Focal Bathys is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.2
7.0
The HyperX Cloud II is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Focal Bathys is only fair.
TV and Video
10.0
7.6
The Focal Bathys is best in class for TV and video, while the HyperX Cloud II is good.
Noise Reduction
8.3
6.0
The Focal Bathys is very good for noise reduction, while the HyperX Cloud II is only fair.
Battery
31.0 Hours
N/A
The Focal Bathys has 31 hours of battery life. The HyperX Cloud II does not have a battery.
Cost
$699
$93
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The Focal Bathys has a price of $699 and the HyperX Cloud II costs $93.
Build Quality
9.0
10.0
The HyperX Cloud II has best in class build quality, while the Focal Bathys has excellent build quality.
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Key similarities
Music
8.0
7.7
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Focal Bathys to be very good for music, while the HyperX Cloud II is good.
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How the Focal Bathys and the HyperX Cloud II compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Focal Bathys | HyperX Cloud II |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$699 | $93 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Focal | HyperX | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2022 | January 1, 2015 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired + Wireless | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8.1/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 5.3/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 9.4/10 | 8.6/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 10/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.6/10 | 4.3/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 31 Hours | N/A | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | N/A | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.5 Hours | N/A | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.1 | 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 | 6.5/10 | 10/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9/10 | 10/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8.4/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 350 Grams | 317.5 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Boom | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
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Soundguys
Christian Thomas | May 2023
"As much as I hesitate to recommend a headphone that sells for $800 USD, if you’re looking for the best sound quality you can find in the ANC space: it’s the Focal Bathys."
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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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