HyperX Cloud II Core Wireless 6Y2G8AA
Nothing Headphone Pro B175
What Buyers Say
HyperX Cloud II Core Wireless 6Y2G8AA
The HyperX Cloud II Core Wireless is widely praised for its comfort, long battery life, and solid audio quality, making it a great choice for both gaming and work. Users appreciate the detachable microphone and wireless range, though some find the fit tight or the software lacking. Overall, it delivers reliable performance at a good value.
Pros
- Long battery life
- Comfortable fit
- Detachable microphone
- Good sound quality
- Wireless range
Cons
- Tight fit for some
- Software (Ngenuity) lacking
- Ear cups do not fold
- Auto-off can be frustrating
- Microphone cannot fold up
Nothing Headphone Pro B175
The CMF by Nothing headphones are widely praised for their exceptional value at around $80, offering premium build quality, comfortable fit, and impressive sound with deep bass and clear mids/highs. Active noise cancellation is effective for the price, though not top-tier, and battery life is excellent. Minor drawbacks include a soft carrying pouch instead of a hard case, a slightly bulky design, and a volume scroll wheel that adjusts in 6% increments. Overall, users strongly recommend them as a budget-friendly alternative to high-end models like Sony XM4/XM5.
Pros
- Exceptional value for money
- Premium build quality and design
- Comfortable for long wear
- Deep, punchy bass with clear mids/highs
- Effective ANC for the price
Cons
- Soft carrying pouch instead of hard case
- Slightly bulky design
- Volume wheel adjusts in 6% increments
- ANC not top-tier
- Cushioning may lose shape over time
Scores
Specifications
| HyperX Cloud II Core Wireless 6Y2G8AA | Nothing Headphone Pro B175 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | — | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.28 kg★ | 0.28 kg |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam | memory foam |
| Headband | aluminum | cap-friendly |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 53 mm★ | 40 mm |
| Impedance | 60 Ω | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | HyperX Cloud II Core Wireless - Gaming Headset for PC, DTS Headphone:X Spatial Audio, Memory Foam Ear Pads, Black | LDAC |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | Adaptive |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.4★ |
| Multipoint | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✗ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 80 hrs★ | 50 hrs |
| Fast Charging | — | 5 mins for up to 4 hrs of playtime |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 1 | 3★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Google Fast Pair & Microsoft Swift Pair |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | — |
| App | — | Nothing X |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
Pros & Cons
HyperX Cloud II Core Wireless 6Y2G8AA
- Strong mic (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong battery (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong sound (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
Nothing Headphone Pro B175
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong sound (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Nothing Headphone Pro B175 offers 1.9x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 79 overall, wins 5 of 7 usage categories and 6 of 32 specs.
