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Audio-Technica ATH-M20x vs HyperX Cloud II
Product A: Audio-Technica
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Product B: HyperX
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47 of 152 fields differ
- 23 different values
- 24 known for one only
- 13 the same
- 92 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 149 headsets and headphones.
- Driver sizeA: 40mmB: 53mmHyperX is 13 mm higher.
Weight
0 to 400 g
Headset weight
A190g
B320g
All 161 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


General
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Series
M-Series1Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M20xRead 15 October 2026The page speaks of the ATH-M20 series and sits beside the other M-Series models. The M-Series name is from the 2014 launch release5Press articleprosoundweb.com/audio-technica-introduces-next-generation-m-series-headphonesRead 15 October 2026Audio-Technica has remastered its M-Series line of professional monitor headphones
Model numbers
ATH-M20x, ATH-M20x WH1Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M20xRead 15 October 2026Model number ATH-M20x. The white online-store model has its own page with model number ATH-M20x WH2Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M20x_WHRead 15 October 2026White online-store limited model, model number ATH-M20x WH. Release date 2024-09-27
KHX-HSCP-GM, KHX-HSCP-RD, KHX-HSCP-PK, 4P5M0AA1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-iiRead 10 October 2026Maker US store SKU 4P5M0AA, colour Black-Red. The part numbers KHX-HSCP-GM, KHX-HSCP-RD and KHX-HSCP-PK come from the maker manual.2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_Cloud2_Headset_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Part Numbers: KHX-HSCP-GM (Gun Metal), KHX-HSCP-PK (Pink), KHX-HSCP-RD (Red).
GTIN / EAN
Announced
Status
Predecessor
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Successor
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HyperX Cloud III8Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/hyperx/cloud-2-cloud-iiRead 21 October 2026Public changelog, Sep 12 2023: the new generation of these headphones, the HyperX Cloud III, come with app support.10Reviewtomshardware.com/reviews/hyperx-cloud-iiiRead 23 October 2026Tom's Hardware calls the Cloud II the predecessor of the HyperX Cloud III and says HyperX had not launched a successor until the Cloud III.
Launch price (US)
$99.994Press articlefuturelooks.com/kingston-starts-shipping-hyperx-cloud-ii-gaming-headsetRead 10 October 2026Article says the headset is listed at $99.99. US prices exclude sales tax.5Reviewlegitreviews.com/hyperx-cloud-ii-gaming-headset-review_157486Read 10 October 2026Expected suggested retail price of $99.99.
Launch price (EU)
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Markets
JP, US, EU1Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M20xRead 15 October 2026Sold in Japan by the maker. The US MSRP comes from the launch release3Maker spec sheet (PDF)docs.audio-technica.com/eu/DOC_ATH-M20x_30x_40x_50x.pdfRead 15 October 2026The file is an EU conformity file for the EMC and RoHS directives, with an authorized representative in Leeds, UK and distribution contacts in Germany, France and Hungary.5Press articleprosoundweb.com/audio-technica-introduces-next-generation-m-series-headphonesRead 15 October 2026U.S. MSRP published for the launch7Retailer pagethomannmusic.com/audio_technica_ath_m20x.htmRead 15 October 2026Thomann, a German shop, lists the black ATH-M20x in stock on the access date.
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Colours
Black, White2Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M20x_WHRead 15 October 2026White colour model (ホワイトカラーモデル), limited to the official online store7Retailer pagethomannmusic.com/audio_technica_ath_m20x.htmRead 15 October 2026Colour: Black. The white ATH-M20xWH is listed as a variation of the product
Gunmetal, Red, Pink, Black-Red1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-iiRead 10 October 2026The US store lists Black-Red. The manual part numbers name Gun Metal, Red and Pink.2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_Cloud2_Headset_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Gun Metal, Pink and Red part numbers. Gun Metal is stored as Gunmetal, as written in the maker press release.
Design
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Form factor
Ear cup enclosure
Wearing style
Folding
None4Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/pdf/support/ATH-M20x-50x_UM.pdfRead 15 October 2026The model table gives the ATH-M20x only items A (3.0 m cable) and E (6.3 mm adapter). The folded position G is listed for the ATH-M30x, ATH-M40x and ATH-M50x only. SoundGuys confirms that the ATH-M20x does not fold8Measurementsoundguys.com/audio-technica-ath-m20x-review-63732Read 15 October 2026The ATH-M20x does not fold down at all
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Swivelling ear cups
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RGB lighting
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Lighting zones
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Drivers and sound
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Driver type
Dynamic1Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M20xRead 15 October 2026Type: closed dynamic3Maker spec sheet (PDF)docs.audio-technica.com/eu/DOC_ATH-M20x_30x_40x_50x.pdfRead 15 October 2026Type: closed-back dynamic7Retailer pagethomannmusic.com/audio_technica_ath_m20x.htmRead 15 October 2026
Driver size
40mm1Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M20xRead 15 October 2026Driver: 40 mm, new strong-magnet CCAW voice coil driver3Maker spec sheet (PDF)docs.audio-technica.com/eu/DOC_ATH-M20x_30x_40x_50x.pdfRead 15 October 2026Driver diameter 40 mm. Voice coil: copper-clad aluminum wire7Retailer pagethomannmusic.com/audio_technica_ath_m20x.htmRead 15 October 202640 mm driver with neodymium magnet and copper-clad aluminium wire voice coils
Drivers per side
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Diaphragm material
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Magnet
Frequency response (wired or passive)
Min15 HzMax20 kHz1Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M20xRead 15 October 2026Frequency response 15 to 20,000 Hz3Maker spec sheet (PDF)docs.audio-technica.com/eu/DOC_ATH-M20x_30x_40x_50x.pdfRead 15 October 2026Frequency response 15 - 20,000 Hz7Retailer pagethomannmusic.com/audio_technica_ath_m20x.htmRead 15 October 2026
Min15 HzMax25 kHz2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_Cloud2_Headset_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Frequency response 15Hz-25KHz (earphones). The current store page says 10Hz-23kHz. The manual, datasheet and launch press release agree on 15Hz-25kHz, so that is stored.3Maker spec sheet (PDF)katalog.atcomp.cz/katalog/HP-4P5M0AA/HP-4P5M0AA_datasheet.pdfRead 10 October 2026Datasheet MKD-301.2 EN (2017): Frequency response 15Hz-25,000 Hz.
Wireless audio transmission band
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Impedance (passive when specified)
Sensitivity (passive when specified)
96dB1Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M20xRead 15 October 2026Output sound pressure level: 96 dB/mW3Maker spec sheet (PDF)docs.audio-technica.com/eu/DOC_ATH-M20x_30x_40x_50x.pdfRead 15 October 2026Sensitivity 96 dB. The reference is not stated here7Retailer pagethomannmusic.com/audio_technica_ath_m20x.htmRead 15 October 2026
Sensitivity reference
THD (claimed)
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Max input power
700mW1Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M20xRead 15 October 2026Maximum input 700 mW. The EU technical file adds at 1 kHz3Maker spec sheet (PDF)docs.audio-technica.com/eu/DOC_ATH-M20x_30x_40x_50x.pdfRead 15 October 2026Maximum input power 700 mW at 1 kHz7Retailer pagethomannmusic.com/audio_technica_ath_m20x.htmRead 15 October 2026Max. input level 700 mW at 1 kHz
150mW2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_Cloud2_Headset_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Power handling capacity 150 mW. Stored as the rated maximum input power.3Maker spec sheet (PDF)katalog.atcomp.cz/katalog/HP-4P5M0AA/HP-4P5M0AA_datasheet.pdfRead 10 October 2026Power handling capacity 150mW.
Max digital audio sample rate
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Max digital audio bit depth
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DAC
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Personalised sound
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Onboard EQ
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Custom EQ bands
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EQ presets
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Volume limit
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Spatial audio
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Spatial audio support
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HyperX Virtual 7.1 Surround Sound1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-iiRead 10 October 2026Virtual 7.1 Surround Sound. The footnote says it is output as a 2-channel stereo signal. It runs on the USB control box.3Maker spec sheet (PDF)katalog.atcomp.cz/katalog/HP-4P5M0AA/HP-4P5M0AA_datasheet.pdfRead 10 October 20267.1 virtual surround sound, hardware-driven, no driver needed.
Spatial audio licence included
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Head tracking
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Noise cancelling
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Active noise cancelling
No2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_Cloud2_Headset_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Passive closed-cup design. The headset has no battery or active electronics.3Maker spec sheet (PDF)katalog.atcomp.cz/katalog/HP-4P5M0AA/HP-4P5M0AA_datasheet.pdfRead 10 October 2026Closed-cup design for passive noise cancellation.
ANC type
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ANC microphones
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Adaptive ANC
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ANC levels
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ANC attenuation (claimed)
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Transparency mode
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Adjustable transparency
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Conversation detection
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Wind noise reduction
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Measured
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Frequency response notes
Under-emphasises almost the whole range against the SoundGuys studio curve, apart from a slight emphasis at 2 kHz. The main deviations are below 70 Hz and in the highs at 5 kHz and between 8 and 10 kHz.8Measurementsoundguys.com/audio-technica-ath-m20x-review-63732Read 15 October 2026SoundGuys lab measurement against its studio target curve. Slight emphasis at 2 kHz, under-emphasis elsewhere. Main deviations below 70 Hz, at 5 kHz and between 8 and 10 kHz. The review also notes that the ear cups rotate 15 degrees and that the headphones have no rotating ear cups, so the swivel field is left out
U-shaped curve with scooped mids and boosted highs. A dip near 4.2 kHz.9Measurementsonarworks.com/blog/reviews/hyperx-cloud2-reviewRead 21 October 2026Sonarworks review dated 2019-05-23, before HP took over HyperX in 2021. It describes a typical U-curve with scooped mids and boosted highs, and calls the dip at 4.2 kHz the only unusual feature. Hardware revision and test rig are not stated.
Bass amount
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Treble amount
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Deviation from target
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Consistency between fittings
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Harmonic distortion
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Sound leakage
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Measured noise isolation
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Noise isolation (measured, best)
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Passive isolation (measured)
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Mic quality notes
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Mic low-frequency extension
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Mic high-frequency extension
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Mic speech-to-noise ratio
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Measured latency
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Bluetooth latency (measured, worst)
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2.4 GHz latency (measured, worst)
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Measured battery life
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Battery life (measured, max)
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Clamping force
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Weight (measured)
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Microphone
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Microphone
Detachable boom1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-iiRead 10 October 2026Detachable, noise-cancelling mic.2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_Cloud2_Headset_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Detachable microphone with adjustable arm and condenser, plug and unplug for music-only use.
Microphone element
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Microphone pickup pattern
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Cardioid2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_Cloud2_Headset_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Polar Pattern: Cardioid. The store page says uni-directional.3Maker spec sheet (PDF)katalog.atcomp.cz/katalog/HP-4P5M0AA/HP-4P5M0AA_datasheet.pdfRead 10 October 2026Microphone polar pattern: cardioid.
Voice microphones
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Total microphones
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Mic frequency response
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Mic sensitivity
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Mic signal-to-noise
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Mic sample rate
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Mic noise reduction
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Flip to mute
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Mute button
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Mute indicator
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Sidetone
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Adjustable sidetone
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Foam microphone windscreen
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Connectivity
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Audio connections
Analog source plugs
3.5 mm TRS, 6.35 mm1Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M20xRead 15 October 2026Plug: 6.3 mm standard and 3.5 mm mini, gold-plated stereo 2-way plug. Stereo is read as a 3-pole TRS plug4Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/pdf/support/ATH-M20x-50x_UM.pdfRead 15 October 20266.3 mm stereo plug adapter (accessory) for the 3.5 mm gold-plated stereo plug7Retailer pagethomannmusic.com/audio_technica_ath_m20x.htmRead 15 October 20263.5 mm jack plug, 6.3 mm adapter included
Cable connector on headset
Fixed cable6Press articlemusicradar.com/news/tech/namm-2014-audio-technica-reveals-new-m-series-headphones-591670Read 15 October 2026Maker NAMM 2014 release: single-side cable exit with a permanently attached 3 m cable7Retailer pagethomannmusic.com/audio_technica_ath_m20x.htmRead 15 October 2026Replaceable cable: No. A fixed three-metre cable on the left-hand side8Measurementsoundguys.com/audio-technica-ath-m20x-review-63732Read 15 October 2026The cable is not detachable or replaceable
Longest included cable
3m1Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M20xRead 15 October 2026Cord length 3.0 m3Maker spec sheet (PDF)docs.audio-technica.com/eu/DOC_ATH-M20x_30x_40x_50x.pdfRead 15 October 2026Cable: 3.0 m (9.8 ft), straight, left-side exit6Press articlemusicradar.com/news/tech/namm-2014-audio-technica-reveals-new-m-series-headphones-591670Read 15 October 2026Permanently attached 3 m cable7Retailer pagethomannmusic.com/audio_technica_ath_m20x.htmRead 15 October 20263 m cable with 3.5 mm jack plug
Headset USB plug or port
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Audio over USB-C cable
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Passive wired listening
Wireless receiver
Wireless receiver connector
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Wireless range (claimed)
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Bluetooth
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Bluetooth codecs
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LE Audio
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Auracast
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Bluetooth multipoint
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Multipoint devices
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Paired devices remembered
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Mixes 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth audio
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Fast pairing
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Base station
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Latency
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Low latency mode
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Claimed latency
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Compatibility
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Compatible platforms
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Windows, macOS, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Android, iOS1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-iiRead 10 October 2026Compatibility: PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Mobile. The manual describes PC and Mac over USB and phones and tablets over the 3.5 mm jack. Mobile is stored as Android and iOS.
Connection per platform
AAudio-Technica ATH-M20x
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| Platform | Connection |
|---|---|
| Windows | USB |
| macOS | USB |
| PS4 | Analog |
| Xbox One | Analog |
Official licence
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Battery and charging
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Battery capacity
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Swappable battery
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Batteries included
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Claimed battery life
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Battery life (claimed, max)
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Battery life with ANC (claimed)
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Battery life without ANC (claimed)
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Charging port
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Full charge time
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Quick charge time
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Quick charge playback
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Use while charging
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Charging dock or stand
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Controls
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Controls
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Buttons, Slider, In-line remote6Maker spec sheet (PDF)kingston.com/datasheets/KHX-HSCP_us.pdfRead 21 October 2026Control box features: independent headset and microphone volume control, 7.1 virtual surround sound control and microphone slide mute. PCWorld calls the volume controls rockers. Buttons stands for the rockers and the 7.1 toggle, slider for the mic mute slide.7Reviewpcworld.com/article/427456/review-the-hyperx-cloud-ii-makes-the-best-sub-100-headset-a-little-better.htmlRead 21 October 2026Review text: the USB soundcard features big rockers for both headset and mic volume, as well as a 7.1 toggle and mic mute. The mic mute slides.
Volume control
In-line remote6Maker spec sheet (PDF)kingston.com/datasheets/KHX-HSCP_us.pdfRead 21 October 2026Independent headset and microphone volume control sits on the USB control box that is in line with the cable.7Reviewpcworld.com/article/427456/review-the-hyperx-cloud-ii-makes-the-best-sub-100-headset-a-little-better.htmlRead 21 October 2026Review text: the volume rockers are on the USB soundcard control box.8Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/hyperx/cloud-2-cloud-iiRead 21 October 2026Public comparison text: the Cloud II has an in-line remote that gives access to a mic mute, volume control and channel mixing. The test results are behind the RTINGS paywall and were not used. RTINGS tested the Kingston-era variant.
Game and chat mix
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Remappable controls
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Wear detection
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Voice assistant
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Comfort and build
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Headband type
Padded7Retailer pagethomannmusic.com/audio_technica_ath_m20x.htmRead 15 October 2026Well padded and adjustable. The page lists swivelling ear cups up to 90 degrees, which the maker page and SoundGuys do not confirm, so no swivel value is stored. Its weight lines (251 g and 200 g with cable) are inconsistent and are not used8Measurementsoundguys.com/audio-technica-ath-m20x-review-63732Read 15 October 2026Headband is comfortable, with padding similar to the other ATH-M headsets
Headband material
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Frame material
Ear pad material
Memory foam and premium leatherette1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-iiRead 10 October 2026Ear Cushions: Memory foam and premium leatherette.
Replaceable ear pads
Yes1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-iiRead 10 October 2026The box includes velour ear cushions as a second set.2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_Cloud2_Headset_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 20261 spare set of velour ear cushions in the package contents.5Reviewlegitreviews.com/hyperx-cloud-ii-gaming-headset-review_157486Read 10 October 2026Design has user replaceable earcups.
Ear pad attachment
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Ear pad opening
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Ear tips included
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Dust and water rating
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User-replaceable parts
Software
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Companion app
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App platforms
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User firmware updates
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Dimensions and weight
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Headset weight
190g(6.7 oz)1Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M20xRead 15 October 2026Mass without cord (質量(コード除く)): about 190 g. The cord is fixed, so the stored value excludes it, as the maker states3Maker spec sheet (PDF)docs.audio-technica.com/eu/DOC_ATH-M20x_30x_40x_50x.pdfRead 15 October 2026Weight 190 g (6.7 oz) without cable and connector8Measurementsoundguys.com/audio-technica-ath-m20x-review-63732Read 15 October 2026Review page lists 190 g, the same as the maker
Headset dimensions
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Certifications
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Hi-Res Audio
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Communication certifications
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FCC ID
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Other certifications
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In the box
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In the box
Headphones with fixed 3.0 m cable, 6.3 mm stereo plug adapter3Maker spec sheet (PDF)docs.audio-technica.com/eu/DOC_ATH-M20x_30x_40x_50x.pdfRead 15 October 2026Accessory included: 6.3 mm (1/4 inch) snap-on adapter. No pouch or other accessory is listed4Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/pdf/support/ATH-M20x-50x_UM.pdfRead 15 October 2026Accessories for the ATH-M20x: the 6.3 mm stereo plug adapter7Retailer pagethomannmusic.com/audio_technica_ath_m20x.htmRead 15 October 2026Incl. a 6.3 mm adapter8Measurementsoundguys.com/audio-technica-ath-m20x-review-63732Read 15 October 2026Ships with a 1/4 inch adapter and no other extras
Gaming Headset, USB advanced audio control box, Detachable mic, Velour Ear Cushions, Quick Start Guide1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-iiRead 10 October 2026What's In the Box: Gaming Headset, USB advanced audio control box, Detachable mic, Velour Ear Cushions, Quick Start Guide. The older manual also lists a mesh bag, so the carrying case is not stored.
Cables included
AAudio-Technica ATH-M20x
| Type | Length (m) | Count |
|---|---|---|
| Straight cable, fixed to the left ear cup | 3 | 1 |
BHyperX Cloud II
| Type | Length (m) | Count |
|---|---|---|
| Attached headset cable with 3.5 mm plug | 1 | 1 |
| Extension cable with USB control box | 2 | 1 |
Links
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Product page
Spec sheet
Manual
EPREL registration number
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Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
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