HyperX Cloud Stinger 683L9AA
HyperX
63 Overall Score
vs
Sony WH-1000XM6
Sony
95 Overall Score
Scores
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Specifications
| HyperX Cloud Stinger 683L9AA | Sony WH-1000XM6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.27 kg | 0.25 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam | synthetic leather |
| Headband | adjustable solid steel slider | synthetic leather |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | directional | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm★ | 30 mm |
| Drivers | 2★ | — |
| Freq Min | — | 5 Hz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 48 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Codecs | Lightweight Over-Ear Headset with mic, Swivel-to-Mute mic Function 40mm Drivers | LDAC |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.3★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 30 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 3 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 10 min for 3 hours playback |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 1 | 12★ |
| NC Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Boom Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | — | Sony | Sound Connect |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
Pros & Cons
HyperX Cloud Stinger 683L9AA
- Strong sound (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong comfort (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong social proof (77th percentile)
- Strong mic (76th percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Sony WH-1000XM6
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (89th percentile)89th %ile
Pricing
HyperX Cloud Stinger 683L9AA2.094score per dollar
vs
Sony WH-1000XM60.208score per dollar
HyperX Cloud Stinger 683L9AA offers 10.1x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Sony WH-1000XM6
Scores 95 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 33 specs.
