HyperX Cloud 6Y2G8AA
HyperX
71 Overall Score
vs
Sony WH-1000XM6
Sony
100 Overall Score
Scores
Work
Budget
Commute
Gaming
Studio
Calls
Music
Specifications
| HyperX Cloud 6Y2G8AA | Sony WH-1000XM6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.28 kg | 0.25 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam, leatherette | synthetic leather |
| Headband | aluminum | synthetic leather |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 53 mm★ | 30 mm |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | 50 Hz | 4 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 7 kHz | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 62 Ω | 48 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 103 dB | 103 dB |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | HyperX Cloud II Core Wireless - Gaming Headset for PC, DTS Headphone:X Spatial Audio, Memory Foam Ear Pads, Black | SBC, AAC, LDAC, LC3 |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | Spatial Audio, 360 Reality Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP, TMAP, CSIP, MCP, VCP, CCP |
| Multipoint | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Cable Length | 0.5 m | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | 20 m★ | 10 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 80 hrs★ | 40 hrs |
| Charge Time | — | 3.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 3 minutes for 3 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 1 | 12★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Mic Pattern | Bi-Directional | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | — | Sony | Sound Connect |
| Gaming Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| Water Resistance | — | Waterproof |
Pros & Cons
HyperX Cloud 6Y2G8AA
- Strong battery (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong mic (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong build (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
Sony WH-1000XM6
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
Pricing
HyperX Cloud 6Y2G8AA0.609score per dollar
vs
Sony WH-1000XM60.250score per dollar
HyperX Cloud 6Y2G8AA offers 2.4x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Sony WH-1000XM6
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 14 of 42 specs.
