Sony WH-1000XM5
HyperX Cloud 6Y2G8AA
What Buyers Say
Sony WH-1000XM5
The Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones receive praise for their excellent sound quality, effective noise cancellation, and comfort, but a significant number of users report a critical design flaw: the hinge breaks easily during normal use, often outside warranty, leading to frustration with Sony's customer support. While many enjoy the long battery life and premium feel, the durability issues and costly repairs overshadow the positives for many, resulting in a mixed overall sentiment.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Effective noise cancellation
- Comfortable for long wear
- Long battery life
- Premium feel and design
Cons
- Hinge breaks easily
- Poor build quality
- Warranty issues
- Expensive repairs
- Uncomfortable for small heads
HyperX Cloud 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
Scores
Specifications
| Sony WH-1000XM5 | HyperX Cloud 6Y2G8AA | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.25 kg★ | 0.29 kg |
| Ear Cushion | soft fit leather | memory foam, leatherette |
| Headband | metal | aluminum |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 30 mm | 53 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 4 Hz★ | 50 Hz |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | 7 kHz |
| Impedance | 48 Ω | 62 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 102 dB | 103 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | LDAC | HyperX Cloud II Core Wireless - Gaming Headset for PC, DTS Headphone:X Spatial Audio, Memory Foam Ear Pads, Black |
| Surround | Sony WH-1000XM5 Noise Canceling Wireless Headphones - 30hr Battery Life - Over-Ear Style - Optimized for Alexa and Google Assistant - Built-in mic for Calls - Silver International Version | Sony WH-10 | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2★ | — |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | 0.5 m |
| Range | 10 m | 20 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs | 80 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 3 min charge for 3 hours of playback | — |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 8★ | 1 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Mic Pattern | — | Bi-Directional |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | Sony Headphones Connect | — |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | — |
Pros & Cons
Sony WH-1000XM5
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong build (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (3rd percentile)3rd %ile
- Below average affordability (9th percentile)9th %ile
HyperX Cloud 6Y2G8AA
- Strong battery (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong mic (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average affordability (31st percentile)
- Below average anc (33rd percentile)
Pricing
HyperX Cloud 6Y2G8AA offers 1.5x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 95 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 14 of 43 specs.
