HyperX Cloud Gaming Buds 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 Gaming Buds
Tangzu Waner S.G

HearWiki score

Sound

5.4

8.0

Calls

6.7

4.5

Value

7.0

9.5

Price (USD)

$24

$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

The HyperX Cloud Gaming Buds is 2 years newer, but it is 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 Gaming Buds20242 yr newer
Waner S.G2022

Specifications

Cloud Gaming BudsWaner S.G

Type: Wired IEMs; Wired IEMs
Price (USD): $24; $19
HearWiki score: 51; 82
Released: 2024; 2022
Availability: Still sold new; Still sold new
Driver: 14 mm dynamic; 10 mm dynamic
Driver type: dynamic; dynamic
Driver size: 14 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
Connector: 3.5 mm; -
Model code: 705L8AA; -
Microphone type: electret; -

Specification comparison of HyperX Cloud Gaming Buds vs Tangzu Waner S.G
Spec	HyperX Cloud Gaming Buds	Tangzu Waner S.G
Type	Wired IEMs	Wired IEMs
Price (USD)	$24	$19
HearWiki score	51 / 100 Average	82 / 100 Outstanding
Released	2024	2022
Audio
Driver	14 mm dynamic	10 mm dynamic
Driver type	dynamic	dynamic
Driver size	14 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
Connector	3.5 mm	-
Model code	705L8AA	-
Calls
Microphone type	electret	-

What reviewers said

HyperX Cloud Gaming Buds

These wired gaming earbuds focus on delivering clear, detailed audio through a 3.5mm connection, making them a straightforward pick for console or mobile play. They offer a solid in-line mic and a lightweight design, though their feature set is minimal and fit can be tricky. Overall, they prioritize simple, reliable performance over extras like noise cancellation or advanced gaming modes.

Pro:Lightweight and portable design
Pro:Good sound clarity for gaming
Pro:Convenient in-line microphone

Con:Fit can be difficult to achieve
Con:No inline volume control
Con:Limited noise isolation

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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