HyperX Cloud Core vs. Afterglow AG9

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of HyperX Cloud Core and Afterglow AG9. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

HyperX Cloud Core vs. Afterglow AG9 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HyperX Cloud Core Afterglow AG9
Product Type Headset - 2.4 GHz - wireless Headset - wireless
Weight 294 g -
Colour Black | Black, red Black
Body Material Leatherette -
Earpad Material Leatherette, memory foam -
Headband Material Aluminium -
Design Games -
Recommended Use Game console, computer Game console
Gaming Yes -
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 20 m -
SOUND QUALITY HyperX Cloud Core Afterglow AG9
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Adjustable Headband Yes -
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology 2.4 GHz radio frequency -
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects DTS Headphone:X Bass Boost
Frequency Response 10 - 21000 Hz -
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) <2% -
Sensitivity 99 dB -
Impedance 60 Ohm -
Diaphragm 53 mm 50 mm HyperX Cloud Core have a thicker diaphragm than Afterglow AG9.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE HyperX Cloud Core Afterglow AG9
Form Factor Detachable headset microphone -
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode Bi-directional -
Noise Cancelling Yes - HyperX Cloud Core microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Frequency Response 100 - 12000 Hz -
Audio Input Details Cardioid - 100 - 12000 Hz -
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 2% -
Sensitivity -44 dBV/Pascal -
Impedance 2.2 kOhm -
Max Sound Pressure 105 dB -
Microphone Power Source Voltage (DC) 2 V -
CABLE HyperX Cloud Core Afterglow AG9
Cable Type USB charge cable - 50 cm USB charge cable
Audio cable
Cable Length 1 m -
BATTERY AND CHARGING HyperX Cloud Core Afterglow AG9
Battery Type Lithium polymer Headset battery rechargeable
Battery Life 20 hour(s) 16 hours HyperX Cloud Core lasts longer on a single charge than the Afterglow AG9.
Charging Time 3 hour(s) 2.5 hours Afterglow AG9 recharge faster than HyperX Cloud Core.
CONNECTIONS HyperX Cloud Core Afterglow AG9
Connector Type Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) -
OTHERS HyperX Cloud Core Afterglow AG9
Included Accessories USB wireless receiver, detachable microphone Wireless transmitter
Compatibility iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Windows -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years -
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