HyperX Cloud Earbuds II
Score: 78/100
Soundcore Liberty 5
Score: 86/100Rankings
The Soundcore Liberty 5 blends high-end audio features-LDAC, Dolby Audio, adaptive ANC-with solid battery life and multipoint support, positioning it as a premium-ish ANC earbud at a competitive price.
The HyperX Cloud Earbuds II are wired gaming earbuds with large drivers, a durable case, and a low-profile plug, aimed at mobile and handheld gamers who need low-latency audio.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
— | 12 hoursbest | |
14.3 mmbest | 9.2 mm | |
20 Hzbest | — | |
20,000 Hzbest | — | |
105 dBbest | — | |
65 Ωbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 20 g | 4.6 gbest |
24 monthsbest | 18 months |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Audio(2) | ||
Driver Size (mm) | 14.3 mm | 9.2 mm |
Active Noise Cancellation | false | true |
Warranty(1) | ||
Warranty Period (months) | 24 months | 18 months |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 20 g | 4.6 g |
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Charging Port Type | 3.5mm TRRS | USB-C |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend the oversized drivers and durable case but note the lack of volume controls and high impedance may limit use with low-power devices.
Users praise sound clarity and mic quality for gaming, but complain about reduced volume on some smartphones and the absence of inline volume control.
Reviewers applaud the Liberty 5 for its sophisticated Adaptive ANC, Dolby Audio, and digital battery display, while noting touch-control sensitivity and the need for an app account.
Users love the strong ANC, clear calls and long battery life, but many mention the case scratches easily and the touch controls can be finicky.
“excellent sound quality for gaming”
“clear and loud”
“hard case is a game-changer”
