HyperX Cloud Earbuds II vs Tangzu Waner S.G: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Tangzu Waner S.G comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 82. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Tangzu Waner S.G - Outstanding overall at around $19.

Wired IEMs

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

Tangzu Waner S.G leads on 4 of 5 measures.

HyperX Cloud Earbuds II
Tangzu Waner S.G

HearWiki score

Sound

5.0

8.0

Calls

6.4

4.5

Value

6.2

9.5

Price (USD)

$30

$19

Generation & platform

The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?

Same generation

HyperX Cloud Earbuds II (2023) against Tangzu Waner S.G (2022). These are the same generation of hardware - nothing in the radio, the codecs or the noise cancelling separates them. Nothing separates them on convenience features either, so the choice comes down to tuning and price.

Cloud Earbuds II20231 yr newer
Waner S.G2022

Specifications

Cloud Earbuds IIWaner S.G

Type: Wired IEMs; Wired IEMs
Price (USD): $30; $19
HearWiki score: 55; 82
Released: 2023; 2022
Availability: Still sold new; Still sold new
Driver: 14.3 mm dynamic; 10 mm dynamic
Driver type: dynamic; dynamic
Driver size: 14.3 mm; 10 mm
Drivers per side: 1; -
Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz; -
Impedance: 65 Ω; 20 Ω
Sensitivity: 105 dB/mW; -
Active noise cancelling: No; -
Controls: buttons; -
Weight: 18 g; 4 g
Detachable cable: No; -
USB-C: No; -
Connector: 3.5 mm; -
Model code: 705L8AA; -
Microphones: 1; -
Microphone type: electret; -

Specification comparison of HyperX Cloud Earbuds II vs Tangzu Waner S.G
Spec	HyperX Cloud Earbuds II	Tangzu Waner S.G
Type	Wired IEMs	Wired IEMs
Price (USD)	$30	$19
HearWiki score	55 / 100 Average	82 / 100 Outstanding
Released	2023	2022
Audio
Driver	14.3 mm dynamic	10 mm dynamic
Driver type	dynamic	dynamic
Driver size	14.3 mm	10 mm
Drivers per side	1	-
Frequency response	20 Hz - 20 kHz	-
Impedance	65 Ω	20 Ω
Sensitivity	105 dB/mW	-
Features
Active noise cancelling	No	-
Controls	buttons	-
Design
Weight	18 g	4 g
Detachable cable	No	-
USB-C	No	-
Connector	3.5 mm	-
Model code	705L8AA	-
Calls
Microphones	1	-
Microphone type	electret	-

What reviewers said

HyperX Cloud Earbuds II

The HyperX Cloud Earbuds II are a budget-friendly, wired in-ear option that prioritizes broad compatibility with consoles, PCs, and mobile devices over premium audio. They offer a practical, no-frills gaming experience with a focus on portability and ease of use, though their sound signature is modest rather than impressive. With a sturdy build and useful in-line controls, they serve as a dependable everyday gaming companion.

Pro:Broad compatibility with 3.5 mm devices
Pro:Lightweight and portable design
Pro:Solid build quality for the price

Con:Sound can feel hollow or lacking in detail
Con:Bass may be weak for some listeners
Con:Not ideal for critical music listening

Tangzu Waner S.G

The Tangzu Waner S.G is a budget-friendly wired IEM with a compact, lightweight build and a 10mm dynamic driver. Its tuning leans warm and smooth, offering a relaxed, music-first sound that punches well above its price point for everyday listening.

Pro:Warm, easygoing sound signature
Pro:Very lightweight and compact
Pro:Detachable 0.78mm two-pin cable

Con:No active noise cancellation
Con:Lacks water resistance
Con:Not for those seeking technical detail

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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