Headsets / Comparison

HyperX Cloud vs Razer Kraken

Headset · HyperX

HyperX Cloud

Wired · 53 mm · 2014
GEAR SCORE 70.0 / 100Very good
Connection70
Driver92
Microphone92
Recency20
VS
Headset · Razer

Razer Kraken

Wired · 50 mm · 2019
GEAR SCORE 70.0 / 100Very good
Connection70
Driver84
Microphone72
Recency47
Verdict

HyperX Cloud and Razer Kraken are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 70 and 70.

  • Driver: HyperX Cloud leads (53 mm vs 50 mm).
Pick this

HyperX Cloud

If you care most about driver.

Spec-by-spec comparison

HyperX CloudRazer Kraken
70Gear score70
WiredConnectionWired
53 mmDriver50 mm
DetachableMicrophoneFixed
2014Release year2019
—Estimated price≈ $127

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 or Razer Kraken better?

HyperX Cloud and Razer Kraken are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 70 and 70. Driver: HyperX Cloud leads (53 mm vs 50 mm).