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Updated January 10, 2024·
The HyperX Cloud II is great for gaming, with a high mic quality and a closed enclosure for better noise isolation, making it a good choice if you often play games or are in noisy environments. However, they lack a soundstage compared to the Philips SHP9500, which offers an open design providing a more natural sound and a wider soundstage, ideal for enjoying music and TV. The SHP9500 is also noted for comfort but lacks a microphone, so it might not be the best option for calls or online gaming. Both have a detachable cable and similar build quality, but if portability and exercising are considerations, neither are particularly great. If budget is a concern, the HyperX Cloud II could save you a bit of money, while the SHP9500 might offer a more engaging listening experience at a slightly higher cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HyperX Cloud II
- Good for phone calls
- Very good for gaming
Advantages of the Philips SHP9500
- Excellent for music
- Excellent for TV and video
- Very good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
7.7
9.2
The Philips SHP9500 is excellent for music, while the HyperX Cloud II is good.
Gaming
8.6
7.2
The HyperX Cloud II is very good for gaming, while the Philips SHP9500 is good.
Phone Calls
7.5
4.9
The HyperX Cloud II is good for phone calls, while the Philips SHP9500 is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.0
8.0
The Philips SHP9500 is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the HyperX Cloud II is good.
TV and Video
7.6
9.0
The Philips SHP9500 is excellent for TV and video, while the HyperX Cloud II is good.
Noise Reduction
6.0
2.5
The HyperX Cloud II is only fair for noise reduction, while the Philips SHP9500 is poor.
Cost
$93
$48
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
The HyperX Cloud II has a price of $93 and the Philips SHP9500 costs $48.
Build Quality
10.0
8.5
The HyperX Cloud II has best in class build quality, while the Philips SHP9500 has very good build quality.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| HyperX Cloud II | Philips SHP9500 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$93 | $48 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | HyperX | Philips | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2015 | August 1, 2013 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.8/10 | 9.3/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 7.5/10 | 5/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.6/10 | 7.3/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.6/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.3/10 | 4.4/10 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 6/10 | 2.5/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | Yes | N/A | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 10/10 | N/A | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 10/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8.9/10 | 10/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 317.5 Grams | 294.8 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Boom | N/A | |
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."
Philips SHP9500
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Brian Stone | April 2020
"You can’t go wrong with the Philips SHP9500 for their price. Their audio quality is superb, and the fact that you can use them for just about anything you can think of makes them well worth your money"
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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.
About Philips
Philips is a Dutch conglomerate and electronics manufacturer with over 130 years of history. Philips makes the Fidelio audio line which includes several models of full-sized wired and wireless headphones, true wireless earbuds. soundbars and wireless speakers.
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