Headsets / Comparison

HyperX Cloud Revolver vs Sony XM5

Headset · HyperX

HyperX Cloud Revolver

Wired · 50 mm · 2016
GEAR SCORE 70.0 / 100Very good
Connection70
Driver84
Microphone92
Recency30
VS
Headset · Sony

Sony XM5

Wireless · 30 mm · 2022
GEAR SCORE 70.0 / 100Very good
Connection100
Driver35
Recency69
Verdict

HyperX Cloud Revolver and Sony XM5 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 70 and 70.

  • Sony XM5 is wireless; HyperX Cloud Revolver is wired.
  • Driver: HyperX Cloud Revolver leads (50 mm vs 30 mm).
Pick this

HyperX Cloud Revolver

If you care most about driver.

Pick this

Sony XM5

If you care most about connection.

Spec-by-spec comparison

HyperX Cloud RevolverSony XM5
70Gear score70
WiredConnectionWireless
50 mmDriver30 mm
DetachableMicrophone—
2016Release year2022
—Estimated price≈ $398

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 Revolver or Sony XM5 better?

HyperX Cloud Revolver and Sony XM5 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 70 and 70. Sony XM5 is wireless; HyperX Cloud Revolver is wired. Driver: HyperX Cloud Revolver leads (50 mm vs 30 mm).

Which one is wireless?

Sony XM5 is wireless; HyperX Cloud Revolver is wired.