HyperX Cloud II Core Wireless 6Y2G8AA
HyperX
74 Overall Score
vs
Beyerdynamic Aventho 100
Beyerdynamic
84 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
HyperX Cloud II Core Wireless 6Y2G8AA
85 out of 100 medium confidence 12 reviews
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
Battery life 8
Comfort 7
Sound quality 7
Microphone quality 6
Build quality 5
Wireless range 4
Beyerdynamic Aventho 100
No customer feedback yet
Scores
Gaming
Budget
Commute
Music
Studio
Work
Calls
Specifications
| HyperX Cloud II Core Wireless 6Y2G8AA | Beyerdynamic Aventho 100 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | on-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.28 kg | 0.22 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam | replaceable ear pads |
| Headband | aluminum | aluminum and durable textiles |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 53 mm★ | 45 mm |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 22 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 60 Ω | 48 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | HyperX Cloud II Core Wireless - Gaming Headset for PC, DTS Headphone:X Spatial Audio, Memory Foam Ear Pads, Black | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX LL, SBC |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | Adaptive |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.4★ |
| Profiles | — | AVDTP 1.3, HFP 1.9, GAVDP 1.3, SPP 1.2, A2DP 1.4, AVRCP 1.6 |
| Multipoint | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Range | — | 15 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 80 hrs★ | 60 hrs |
| Charge Time | — | 1.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 15-minute charge for up to 15 hours of listening time |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Capacity | — | 630 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 1 | 2★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Google Fast Pair |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | — | beyerdynamic app |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| 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)
Beyerdynamic Aventho 100
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong build (94th percentile)94th %ile
Pricing
HyperX Cloud II Core Wireless 6Y2G8AA0.519score per dollar
vs
Beyerdynamic Aventho 1000.423score per dollar
HyperX Cloud II Core Wireless 6Y2G8AA offers 1.2x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Beyerdynamic Aventho 100
Scores 84 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 15 of 40 specs.
