Apple AirPods Max 2
HyperX Cloud 6Y2G8AA
What Buyers Say
Apple AirPods Max 2
The Apple AirPods Max 2 receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional sound quality, powerful noise cancellation, and seamless integration with the Apple ecosystem. Many users praise the clear, immersive audio and the effective ANC that can block out most background noise. However, significant complaints include high weight causing neck discomfort, poor battery life with rapid drain, and connectivity issues like frequent disconnections. A few users also report defective units that stop working within weeks, and the lack of a power-off button is a common frustration.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Powerful noise cancellation
- Seamless Apple ecosystem integration
- Premium build quality
- Comfortable for extended use
Cons
- Heavy weight causes neck discomfort
- Poor battery life with rapid drain
- Frequent disconnection issues
- No power-off button
- Defective units stop working early
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Specifications
| Apple AirPods Max 2 | HyperX Cloud 6Y2G8AA | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | — |
| Weight | 0.39 kg | 0.28 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam | memory foam, leatherette |
| Headband | Breathable knit mesh with stainless steel frame | aluminum |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 53 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | 50 Hz |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz★ | 7 kHz |
| Impedance | — | 62 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 103 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC | HyperX Cloud II Core Wireless - Gaming Headset for PC, DTS Headphone:X Spatial Audio, Memory Foam Ear Pads, Black |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✗ | ✗ |
| Cable Length | — | 0.5 m |
| Range | — | 20 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 20 hrs | 80 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 1.5 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 5 Minutes for 1.5 Hour | — |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 3★ | 1 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Mic Pattern | — | Bi-Directional |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | iOS Only | — |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Apple AirPods Max 2
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong sound (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average comfort (30th percentile)
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)
Pricing
HyperX Cloud 6Y2G8AA offers 2.8x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 85 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 11 of 41 specs.
