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Updated January 10, 2024·
When considering the HyperX Cloud II versus the KZ ZSN Pro with Mic, the main differences to consider are price, form, and intended use. The HyperX Cloud II is more expensive but offers superior microphone quality, making it an excellent choice for gaming and frequent calls or meetings, as well as providing a more immersive experience for books or podcasts due to its over-ear design. Additionally, they have higher build quality scores. The Cloud II's do not have wireless capabilities, which is not a concern if you mostly play games or work at a desk. The KZ ZSN Pro, on the other hand, is budget-friendly, and although it has slightly lower overall sound quality and microphone quality, it's compact and more portable due to their earbud form factor, and comes with a detachable cable enabling easy replacement if it gets damaged. They will do fine in casual listening situations and are still quite suitable for gaming. Neither has features like active noise cancelling, so they are fairly even in terms of noise isolation with a slight edge to the HyperX model. Choose HyperX Cloud II for a robust, all-around headset mainly for home use, and KZ ZSN Pro for a more affordable, portable option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HyperX Cloud II
- Good for phone calls
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic)
- The KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) has no clear advantages over the HyperX Cloud II.
Key differences
Gaming
8.6
8.0
The HyperX Cloud II and KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) are both very good for gaming, though the HyperX Cloud II is somewhat better.
Phone Calls
7.5
5.1
The HyperX Cloud II is good for phone calls, while the KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.0
4.9
The HyperX Cloud II is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) is poor.
Noise Reduction
6.0
5.3
The HyperX Cloud II is only fair for noise reduction, while the KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) is poor.
Cost
$93
$24
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The HyperX Cloud II has a price of $93 and the KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) costs $24.
Build Quality
10.0
9.0
The HyperX Cloud II has best in class build quality, while the KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) has excellent build quality.
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Key similarities
Music
7.7
7.7
The KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) and HyperX Cloud II are both good for music.
TV and Video
7.6
7.4
The HyperX Cloud II and KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) are both good for TV and video.
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Spec Comparison
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| HyperX Cloud II | KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$93 | $24 | ||
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 | 5.1/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.6/10 | 8/10 | |
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 | 7/10 | |
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 | In-Line | |
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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."
KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic)
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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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