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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize a wireless connection for ease of movement, the JLab JBuds Work Wireless, with their extensive battery life, would suit you better. However, it's important to note that the HyperX Cloud II, being wired, provide a more stable connection with no battery life concerns and are praised for their microphone quality, possibly making them a better choice for long gaming sessions or if you engage in a lot of voice chat. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HyperX Cloud II
- Good for music
Advantages of the JLab JBuds Work Wireless
- Very good for air travel
Key differences
Music
7.7
6.8
The HyperX Cloud II is good for music, while the JLab JBuds Work Wireless is only fair.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.0
7.9
The JLab JBuds Work Wireless and HyperX Cloud II are both good for podcasts and audiobooks, though the JLab JBuds Work Wireless is somewhat better.
Noise Reduction
6.0
5.3
The HyperX Cloud II is only fair for noise reduction, while the JLab JBuds Work Wireless is poor.
Battery
N/A
60.0 Hours
The HyperX Cloud II does not have a battery. The JLab JBuds Work Wireless has 60 hours of battery life.
Cost
$93
$79
$40
$60
$80
$100
$120
$140
$160
The HyperX Cloud II has a price of $93 and the JLab JBuds Work Wireless costs $79.
Build Quality
10.0
9.0
The HyperX Cloud II has best in class build quality, while the JLab JBuds Work Wireless has excellent build quality.
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Key similarities
Gaming
8.6
8.8
The JLab JBuds Work Wireless and HyperX Cloud II are both very good for gaming.
Phone Calls
7.5
7.3
The HyperX Cloud II and JLab JBuds Work Wireless are both good for phone calls.
TV and Video
7.6
7.9
The JLab JBuds Work Wireless and HyperX Cloud II are both good for TV and video.
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How the HyperX Cloud II and the JLab JBuds Work Wireless compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| HyperX Cloud II | JLab JBuds Work Wireless |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$93 | $79 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | HyperX | JLab | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2015 | October 1, 2021 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wired + Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.8/10 | 6.9/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 7.5/10 | 7.3/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.6/10 | 8.9/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.6/10 | 8/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.3/10 | 6.3/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | N/A | 60 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | N/A | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | N/A | 3 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | N/A | 5 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 6/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | Yes | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | N/A | No | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | N/A | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 10/10 | 9/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 10/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8.9/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 317.5 Grams | 158 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Boom | 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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PC Magazine
Tim Gideon | February 2022
"The JLab JBuds Work is an affordable headset-headphone hybrid that you can use to listen to music in stereo and communicate on video calls thanks to a retractable boom mic, and we particularly like its convenient mono and passive wired modes. You won't find any frills here like you will with the costlier Jabra Evolve2 65 or Plantronics Voyager 4220 UC, but for less than half the price, the JBuds Work is an effective lower-cost alternative."
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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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