Headsets / Comparison

HyperX Cloud Core vs Moondrop Edge

Headset · HyperX

HyperX Cloud Core

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

Moondrop Edge

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

HyperX Cloud Core and Moondrop Edge are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 82 and 82.

  • Moondrop Edge 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

Moondrop Edge

If you care most about connection.

Spec-by-spec comparison

HyperX Cloud CoreMoondrop Edge
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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Which one adds more to your setup?

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FAQ

Is HyperX Cloud Core or Moondrop Edge better?

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

Which one is wireless?

Moondrop Edge is wireless; HyperX Cloud Core is wired.