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Updated January 10, 2024·
For an immersive gaming experience, the HyperX Cloud II headphones with their superior mic quality and virtual surround sound would be the ideal choice but are not wireless, making them less suitable for portability and exercise. The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, on the other hand, excel in portability, feature active noise cancelling for better sound isolation, and are optimized for use during exercise and travel thanks to their sweatproof certification and wireless design, though they come at a higher price. If calls and meetings are a priority, consider the mic quality difference, with the HyperX boasting a higher quality mic. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HyperX Cloud II
- The HyperX Cloud II has no clear advantages over the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro.
Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
- Very good for music
- Good for exercise
- Very good for air travel
- Very good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.0
8.4
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the HyperX Cloud II is good.
Noise Reduction
6.0
9.1
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is excellent for noise reduction, while the HyperX Cloud II is only fair.
Battery
N/A
4.8 Hours
The HyperX Cloud II does not have a battery. The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has 4.8 hours of battery life.
Cost
$93
$188
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The HyperX Cloud II has a price of $93 and the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro costs $188.
Build Quality
10.0
9.0
The HyperX Cloud II has best in class build quality, while the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has excellent build quality.
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Key similarities
Music
7.7
8.0
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro to be very good for music, while the HyperX Cloud II is good.
Gaming
8.6
8.3
The HyperX Cloud II and Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are both very good for gaming.
Phone Calls
7.5
7.0
The HyperX Cloud II and Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are both good for phone calls.
TV and Video
7.6
7.7
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro and HyperX Cloud II are both good for TV and video.
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How the HyperX Cloud II and the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| HyperX Cloud II | Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$93 | $188 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | HyperX | Samsung | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2015 | August 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.8/10 | 8.1/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 7.5/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.6/10 | 8.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.6/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.3/10 | 7.7/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | N/A | 4.8 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | N/A | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | N/A | 1.1 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | N/A | 5.2 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | N/A | 12 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 6/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | Yes | Yes | |
Android App | |||
Android App | N/A | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | N/A | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 10/10 | 6.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 10/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8.9/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | N/A | Medium | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 317.5 Grams | 5.5 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Boom | Integrated | |
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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."
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Sound Guys
Jasper Lastoria | April 2023
"Consider the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro as your next pair of buds for its excellent active noise canceling (ANC) of low frequencies and comfortable fit. For Samsung users, the integration with your devices is handy and good for productivity."
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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 Samsung
Samsung is a multinational conglomerate with over 85 years of history. They are mostly known to consumers for their high-end smartphones and TVs, however they are invested in many other markets like semiconductors and automotive. Samsung owns Harman International which itself owns other audio specialized companies like Harman Kardon, JBL and AKG who help engineer most, if not all, of Samsung audio products of their Galaxy line.
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