Headsets / Comparison

HyperX Cloud Core vs HyperX Cloud Mix 2

Headset · HyperX

HyperX Cloud Core

Wired · 53 mm
GEAR SCORE 82.0 / 100Very good
Connection70
Driver92
Microphone92
VS
Headset · HyperX

HyperX Cloud Mix 2

Wireless · 40 mm
GEAR SCORE 82.0 / 100Very good
Connection100
Driver62
Verdict

HyperX Cloud Core and HyperX Cloud Mix 2 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 82 and 82.

  • HyperX Cloud Mix 2 is wireless; HyperX Cloud Core is wired.
  • Driver: HyperX Cloud Core leads (53 mm vs 40 mm).
Pick this

HyperX Cloud Core

If you care most about driver.

Pick this

HyperX Cloud Mix 2

If you care most about connection.

Spec-by-spec comparison

HyperX Cloud CoreHyperX Cloud Mix 2
82Gear score82
WiredConnectionWireless
53 mmDriver40 mm
DetachableMicrophone—

The gear score is computed from specifications only (e.g. for a mouse: weight, sensor, polling rate, connection and release year). It isn’t a lab test and doesn’t measure personal preferences like shape or grip.

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FAQ

Is HyperX Cloud Core or HyperX Cloud Mix 2 better?

HyperX Cloud Core and HyperX Cloud Mix 2 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 82 and 82. HyperX Cloud Mix 2 is wireless; HyperX Cloud Core is wired. Driver: HyperX Cloud Core leads (53 mm vs 40 mm).

Which one is wireless?

HyperX Cloud Mix 2 is wireless; HyperX Cloud Core is wired.