HyperX Cloud vs. Sennheiser HD 579 (HD 500)

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of HyperX Cloud and Sennheiser HD 579 (HD 500). 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 vs. Sennheiser HD 579 (HD 500) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HyperX Cloud Sennheiser HD 579 (HD 500)
Product Type Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - wired
Series - HD 500
Height 19.5 cm -
Width 15 cm -
Depth 9.5 cm -
Weight 337 g -
Colour - Silver
Body Material Aluminium -
Earpad Material Memory foam -
Headband Material Leatherette -
Recommended Use Game console Home audio
SOUND QUALITY HyperX Cloud Sennheiser HD 579 (HD 500)
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed Open
Connectivity Technology Wired Wired
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 15 - 25000 Hz 15 - 28000 Hz Sennheiser HD 579 (HD 500) offer a larger frequency range than HyperX Cloud.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) <2% 0.2% Sennheiser HD 579 (HD 500) have lower total harmonic distortion than HyperX Cloud.
Sensitivity 95 dB/mW -
Impedance 41 Ohm 50 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure - 106 dB
Diaphragm 53 mm -
Magnet Material Neodymium Neodymium
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE HyperX Cloud Sennheiser HD 579 (HD 500)
Form Factor Detachable headset microphone -
Type Boom -
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Frequency Response 50 - 18000 Hz -
Audio Input Details Cardioid - 100 - 12000 Hz -
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 2% -
Sensitivity -39 dBV/Pascal -
Impedance 2.2 kOhm -
Max Sound Pressure 105 dB -
Microphone Power Source Voltage (DC) 2 V -
REMOTE CONTROL HyperX Cloud Sennheiser HD 579 (HD 500)
Controls Volume, microphone on/mute -
CABLE HyperX Cloud Sennheiser HD 579 (HD 500)
Cable Type Headset cable - 1.3 m Headphones cable - 3 m
Cable Length 1.3 m 3 m
Detachable Cable - Yes
CONNECTIONS HyperX Cloud Sennheiser HD 579 (HD 500)
Connector Type Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) Headphones (phone stereo 6.3 mm)
OTHERS HyperX Cloud Sennheiser HD 579 (HD 500)
Included Accessories Carrying pouch, volume control, dual-pin airplane adapter 6.3 mm to 3.5 mm adapter
Compliant Standards SGS -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 2 years
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