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Updated January 10, 2024·
The HyperX Cloud II is designed for gaming with virtual surround sound, offering an immersive experience and a built-in microphone for communication. They are also known for comfort during extended use. On the other hand, the KZ ZSN Pro earbuds are more music-focused, offering high-quality sound at a budget-friendly price, and they are highly portable. If gaming and voice chat are your priorities and you're okay with a higher cost, go for the HyperX Cloud II. If you prefer listening to music on the go and are budget-conscious, the KZ ZSN Pro could be the better choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HyperX Cloud II
- Good for phone calls
- Very good for gaming
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the KZ ZSN Pro
- The KZ ZSN Pro has no clear advantages over the HyperX Cloud II.
Key differences
Gaming
8.6
6.0
The HyperX Cloud II is very good for gaming, while the KZ ZSN Pro is only fair.
Phone Calls
7.5
3.1
The HyperX Cloud II is good for phone calls, while the KZ ZSN Pro is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.0
4.9
The HyperX Cloud II is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the KZ ZSN Pro is poor.
Noise Reduction
6.0
5.3
The HyperX Cloud II is only fair for noise reduction, while the KZ ZSN Pro is poor.
Cost
$93
$21
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
The HyperX Cloud II has a price of $93 and the KZ ZSN Pro costs $21.
Build Quality
10.0
9.0
The HyperX Cloud II has best in class build quality, while the KZ ZSN Pro has excellent build quality.
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Key similarities
Music
7.7
7.7
The KZ ZSN Pro and HyperX Cloud II are both good for music.
TV and Video
7.6
7.4
The HyperX Cloud II and KZ ZSN Pro are both good for TV and video.
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How the HyperX Cloud II and the KZ ZSN Pro compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| HyperX Cloud II | KZ ZSN Pro |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$93 | $21 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | HyperX | KZ | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2015 | March 1, 2019 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.8/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 7.5/10 | 3.2/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.6/10 | 6/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.6/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.3/10 | 4.3/10 | |
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 | N/A | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 10/10 | N/A | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 10/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8.9/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | N/A | Large | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 317.5 Grams | 7 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Boom | N/A | |
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HyperX Cloud II
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Headphonesty
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."
KZ ZSN Pro
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PrimeAudio
David Becker | 2019
"Undoubtedly the focus and the star of the show, the ZSN Pro’s bass is big, bold and bangin’. The amount of gusto in the low end should satisfy anyone who likes a large lick of bass and even certified bassheads will probably get a kick out of this."
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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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