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Updated January 10, 2024·
If your priority is portability and wireless convenience for activities like exercise or commuting, the Google Pixel Buds A-Series would be more suitable, as they are true wireless earbuds with good fit and sweatproof certification. However, if you want better overall sound quality and comfort for extended use at home or in the office, especially for gaming with the advantage of a boom mic and virtual surround, the HyperX Cloud II headphones are a better choice despite lacking wireless connectivity. The Pixel Buds A offer features optimized for Android and hands-free Google Assistant, while the HyperX Cloud II's noise isolation and durability might be more beneficial for immersive gaming sessions and shared environments. Consider your primary use case when deciding between the two, as each excels in different scenarios. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Google Pixel Buds A Series
- Very good for phone calls
- Good for exercise
- Good for air travel
- Very good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the HyperX Cloud II
- Good for music
Key differences
Music
6.4
7.7
The HyperX Cloud II is good for music, while the Google Pixel Buds A Series is only fair.
Phone Calls
8.5
7.5
The Google Pixel Buds A Series is very good for phone calls, while the HyperX Cloud II is good.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
8.4
7.0
The Google Pixel Buds A Series is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the HyperX Cloud II is good.
Noise Reduction
4.6
6.0
The HyperX Cloud II is only fair for noise reduction, while the Google Pixel Buds A Series is poor.
Battery
5.0 Hours
N/A
The Google Pixel Buds A Series has 5 hours of battery life. The HyperX Cloud II does not have a battery.
Cost
$58
$64
$50
$60
$70
$80
$90
$100
The Google Pixel Buds A Series has a price of $58 and the HyperX Cloud II costs $64.
Build Quality
7.4
10.0
The HyperX Cloud II has best in class build quality, while the Google Pixel Buds A Series has good build quality.
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Key similarities
Gaming
8.6
8.6
The Google Pixel Buds A Series and HyperX Cloud II are both very good for gaming.
TV and Video
7.8
7.6
The Google Pixel Buds A Series and HyperX Cloud II are both good for TV and video.
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How the Google Pixel Buds A Series and the HyperX Cloud II compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Google Pixel Buds A Series | HyperX Cloud II |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$58 | $64 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | HyperX | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2021 | January 1, 2015 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.4/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 8.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.7/10 | 8.6/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.8/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 7.4/10 | 4.3/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 5 Hours | N/A | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | N/A | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.3 Hours | N/A | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5 | N/A | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 24 | N/A | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 4.6/10 | 6/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | Yes | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | 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 | 7.4/10 | 10/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8.2/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Medium | N/A | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 5.1 Grams | 317.5 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Boom | |
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Google Pixel Buds A Series
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Jasper Lastoria | October 2022
"For the person who doesn’t want to think about their earphones while using them, Google has created the Pixel Buds A-Series. For a reasonable price, Google packs in a bevy of features like touch controls and a good fit into this Android-friendly set of earbuds to make productivity and life easier."
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 Google
Mainly known as the most popular search engine on the planet, Google is a multinational technology company that also offers a variety of audio-oriented products. Beside their smart speakers under the Nest product line, Google offers several models of true wireless earbuds under the Pixel line, some of which happen to be an affordable but very powerful option for those already in the Android ecosystem.
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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