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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you frequently game or participate in online calls and meetings, the HyperX Cloud II headphones, with their superior microphone quality and immersive gaming audio, would serve you well, though they are not wireless and are less portable compared to earbuds. On the other hand, the Raycon The Everyday Earbuds offer a more versatile wireless experience suitable for exercising and travel due to their lightweight design and sweatproof feature, but may not deliver the same level of sound quality and microphone clarity for gaming and calls compared to the HyperX Cloud II. Additionally, the Raycon earbuds have a charging case that supports wireless charging, which adds convenience. Consider the Raycon earbuds if portability and exercise use are your priorities, or the HyperX Cloud II if you're looking for a robust audio experience for gaming and calls at the expense of wireless freedom. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HyperX Cloud II
- Good for music
- Good for phone calls
- Very good for gaming
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Raycon The Everyday Earbuds
- Very good for air travel
Key differences
Music
7.7
6.4
The HyperX Cloud II is good for music, while the Raycon The Everyday Earbuds is only fair.
Gaming
8.6
7.2
The HyperX Cloud II is very good for gaming, while the Raycon The Everyday Earbuds is good.
Phone Calls
7.5
4.6
The HyperX Cloud II is good for phone calls, while the Raycon The Everyday Earbuds is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.0
4.9
The HyperX Cloud II is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Raycon The Everyday Earbuds is poor.
Noise Reduction
6.0
6.5
The Raycon The Everyday Earbuds and HyperX Cloud II are both only fair for noise reduction, though the Raycon The Everyday Earbuds is somewhat better.
Battery
N/A
6.0 Hours
The HyperX Cloud II does not have a battery. The Raycon The Everyday Earbuds has 6 hours of battery life.
Cost
$64
$80
$50
$60
$70
$80
$90
$100
The HyperX Cloud II has a price of $64 and the Raycon The Everyday Earbuds costs $80.
Build Quality
10.0
9.0
The HyperX Cloud II has best in class build quality, while the Raycon The Everyday Earbuds has excellent build quality.
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Key similarities
TV and Video
7.6
7.2
The HyperX Cloud II and Raycon The Everyday Earbuds are both good for TV and video.
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How the HyperX Cloud II and the Raycon The Everyday Earbuds compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| HyperX Cloud II | Raycon The Everyday Earbuds |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$64 | $80 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | HyperX | Raycon | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2015 | September 1, 2019 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 7.5/10 | 4.6/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.6/10 | 7.3/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.6/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.3/10 | 6.6/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | N/A | 6 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | N/A | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | N/A | 1.5 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | N/A | 5.2 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | N/A | 24 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 6/10 | 6.5/10 | |
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 | 5.7/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 10/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8.9/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | N/A | Small | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 317.5 Grams | 4 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Boom | Integrated | |
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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."
Raycon The Everyday Earbuds
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Parker Hall | January 2023
"Sure, every influencer owns these buds. They’re still pretty good. In this price range, getting anything that seals well in your ears for good soundstage, doesn’t sound like trash, and won’t immediately break is a huge win. The Everyday Buds tick all of those boxes for me, and I intend to use them at least nearly every day; I go to the gym on alternating evenings. Damn it, YouTube. You've cost me good money again."
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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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