In depth comparison and review of HyperX Cloud Orbit S and Sony PULSE Elite. Compare design, audio features, functions and other important specifications to easily choose the right headphones for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the headphones that will best fit your needs.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | HyperX Cloud Orbit S | Sony PULSE Elite |
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| Product Type | Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack, USB-C | Headset - Bluetooth / PlayStation Link - wireless | |
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| Weight | 368 g | - | |
| Colour | Gun metal black | Black | White | |
| Earpad Material | Memory foam | Plush | |
| Recommended Use | Game console, portable electronics, computer | Game console |
| SOUND QUALITY | HyperX Cloud Orbit S | Sony PULSE Elite |
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| Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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| Headphones Technology | Planar magnetic | Planar magnetic | |
| Ear Cups Type | Closed | - | |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired | Wireless | |
| Wireless Technology | - | Bluetooth / PlayStation Link | |
| Sound Output Mode | Stereo | - | |
| Sound Effects | Waves Nx 3D audio | - | |
| Frequency Response | 10 - 50000 Hz | - | |
| Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | <0.1% | - | |
| Max Sound Pressure | 120 dB | - | |
| Diaphragm | 100 mm | - | |
| In-Cord Volume Control | Yes | - |
| MICROPHONE | HyperX Cloud Orbit S | Sony PULSE Elite |
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| Form Factor | Detachable headset microphone | Built-in | |
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| Type | Boom | Boom | |
| Microphone Technology | Electret condenser | - | |
| Microphone Operation Mode | Uni-directional | - | |
| Noise Cancelling | - | Yes | Sony PULSE Elite microphone can cancel out ambient noise. |
| Noise Cancelling Technology | - | AI-enhanced noise rejection | |
| Audio Input Details | Uni-directional | - | |
| Microphone Features | - | Retractable microphone |
| REMOTE CONTROL | HyperX Cloud Orbit S | Sony PULSE Elite |
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| Controls | Volume, power on/off, microphone on/mute, equaliser preset, 3D on/off | Volume, microphone on/mute |
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| CABLE | HyperX Cloud Orbit S | Sony PULSE Elite |
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| Cable Type | Headset cable - 1.2 m USB-C to USB-A cable - 3 m USB-C cable - 1.5 m |
USB cable | |
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| Detachable Cable | Yes | - |
| FEATURES | HyperX Cloud Orbit S | Sony PULSE Elite |
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| Sensors | Head tracking sensor | - |
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| BATTERY AND CHARGING | HyperX Cloud Orbit S | Sony PULSE Elite |
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| Battery Type | - | Headset battery rechargeable | |
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| Battery Life | 10 hours | 30 hour(s) | Sony PULSE Elite lasts longer on a single charge than the HyperX Cloud Orbit S. |
| Battery Life Details | Continuous playback (via jack cable) (50% volume): up to 10 hours | - | |
| Charging Time | 3 hours | - |
| CONNECTIONS | HyperX Cloud Orbit S | Sony PULSE Elite |
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| Connector Type | Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) Headset (USB Type-C) |
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| OTHERS | HyperX Cloud Orbit S | Sony PULSE Elite |
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| Included Accessories | Pop filter, carrying bag, detachable microphone | Mounting plate, USB cable, PULSE Elite charging hanger, PlayStation Link USB adapter | |
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| Service & Support | Limited warranty - 2 years | Limited warranty - 1 year |
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