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HEADPHONES · YOUR NEXT FACE-OFF

HyperX Cloud MIX 2 vs Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

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YOUR FIRST CHOICE

HyperX Cloud MIX 2

7P5J2AA · Black · wireless ANC

HyperX Cloud MIX 2 wireless noise-cancelling over-ear headphones in black
Exact model & source notes

The Cloud MIX 2 (SKU 7P5J2AA, black) is HyperX's closed-back, over-ear wireless headphone with hybrid active noise cancellation, a Transparency mode and built-in microphones with AI noise reduction. It connects through a 2.4 GHz USB-C dongle that stows in the ear cup, Bluetooth 5.3 LE Audio, or a supplied 3.5 mm cable, uses 40 mm dynamic drivers, and is rated for up to 110 hours on Bluetooth with noise control off (70 hours with ANC). The headset weighs 270 g, and HyperX lists a two-year warranty.

Specifications checked 27 Sept 2026.

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Manufacturer specifications
WHAT DIFFERS
Active noise cancellationYesNo
40 mmDriver diameter50 mm
Rated frequency range20 Hz – 20 kHz12 Hz – 28 kHz
3 of 13 verified differences, in the order listed below. Not a rating.
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THE CONTENDER

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

RZ04-04530100-R3M1 · Black · PC edition (UK)

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) wireless gaming headset in black with detachable microphone
Exact model & source notes

The 2023 Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (UK part RZ04-04530100-R3M1, black, PC edition) is a wireless-only esports headset that pairs Razer's 2.4 GHz HyperSpeed link with Bluetooth 5.2, a detachable super-wideband microphone and 50 mm TriForce Titanium drivers. Razer rates it at up to 70 hours per charge over USB-C.

Specifications checked 26 Sept 2026.

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Manufacturer specifications

HyperX Cloud MIX 2 UK & US retailers

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Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) UK & US retailers

UK & US price history: no verified listing yet

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THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE

Visual facts

Differences first. Select a topic for its graphic, sources and conditions.

How to read this comparison
  • Manufacturer facts for the exact models shown. Not a quality rating or a test result.
  • “Different” means the known values differ, not that one is better.
  • Missing or conflicting evidence is marked and never counts as a difference. Source chips hold each fact’s sources and conditions.
FEATURES SIDE BY SIDE7 topics

Yes and No describe the listed feature. Missing evidence stays unverified.

SELECTED TOPIC
01 / 07

Noise cancelling

Active noise cancellation is an electronic feature. A closed earcup or a passive acoustic absorber is not evidence of ANC.

HyperX Cloud MIX 2Yes

Manufacturer specification · Hybrid ANC; no attenuation figure is published.

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)No

Manufacturer specification · Razer lists passive noise isolation only; no active noise cancellation is stated.

Choose your must-haves

Start with your listening environment. Open and closed earcups suit different surroundings. A closed back is not the same as active noise cancellation. Check the exact cable and headphone output. We do not turn impedance, driver size or unpaired lab results into a sound-quality score.

WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?

Key differences

Full specifications ↓

13 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. Missing information stays separate.

Wired / wireless connections

HyperX Cloud MIX 2Wireless: 2.4 GHz via USB-C dongle (with extension adapter) and Bluetooth 5.3 LE Audio; wired via the detachable 1.2 m 3.5 mm TRS audio cable; USB-C to USB-A cable for charging
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)Wireless only: Razer HyperSpeed 2.4 GHz (USB Type-A dongle) plus Bluetooth 5.2
Sources

Active noise cancellation

HyperX Cloud MIX 2Yes
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)No
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

Manufacturer specification · Razer lists passive noise isolation only; no active noise cancellation is stated.

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro – Black (RZ04-04530100-R3M1) — official Razer UK product page and specifications

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Battery life

HyperX Cloud MIX 2Bluetooth: up to 110 hours (noise control off), 84 hours (Transparency), 70 hours (ANC); 2.4 GHz dongle: up to 72 hours (noise control off), 53 hours (Transparency), 52 hours (ANC)
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)Up to 70 hours; USB Type-C charging, with 15 minutes giving about 6 hours of play
Sources
HyperX Cloud MIX 2

Manufacturer specification · Tested at 50% headphone volume, continuous playback; actual battery life varies with use and capacity decreases over time.

HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specificationsHyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store product page and technical specifications
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

Manufacturer specification · Razer does not state the test conditions (connection mode, volume) for the 70-hour figure.

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro – Black (RZ04-04530100-R3M1) — official Razer UK product page and specificationsRazer BlackShark V2 Pro — official Razer UK product overview and FAQ

Manufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.

Driver construction

HyperX Cloud MIX 2Dynamic, 40 mm, with neodymium magnets
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)Razer TriForce Titanium 50 mm dynamic drivers
Sources

Check whether the diameter describes the complete transducer or only its diaphragm. Different labels and driver sizes do not establish better sound.

Charging

HyperX Cloud MIX 2USB charging cable (USB-C to USB-A)
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)USB Type-C; 15 minutes of charging gives about 6 hours of play
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

Manufacturer specification

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro — official Razer UK product overview and FAQ

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Wearing style

HyperX Cloud MIX 2Over-ear (circumaural), closed-back wireless headphones with built-in microphones
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)Headband gaming headset with oval memory-foam ear cushions and passive noise isolation
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

Manufacturer specification · Razer lists an inner ear-cushion opening of 42 × 62 mm; its pages do not use the terms over-ear or closed-back.

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro – Black (RZ04-04530100-R3M1) — official Razer UK product page and specifications

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

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Driver diameter

HyperX Cloud MIX 240 mm
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)50 mm
Sources

Check whether the diameter describes the complete transducer or only its diaphragm. Different labels and driver sizes do not establish better sound.

Ear cushions

HyperX Cloud MIX 2Memory foam and leatherette
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)Oval pressure-relieving memory foam; inner opening 42 mm wide × 62 mm long
Sources

Rated frequency range

HyperX Cloud MIX 220 Hz – 20 kHz
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)12 Hz – 28 kHz
Sources

Range endpoints need their stated threshold. They do not describe response flatness or prove better bass, detail or sound quality.

Microphone specifications

HyperX Cloud MIX 2Built-in MEMS; omni-directional; −13.4 dBFS at 1 kHz; AI noise reduction
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)Detachable HyperClear Super Wideband, unidirectional; 100 Hz – 10 kHz
Sources

Platform compatibility

HyperX Cloud MIX 2PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, Steam Deck, mobile
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)PC (2.4 GHz Type-A dongle or Bluetooth 5.2), PlayStation (2.4 GHz Type-A), mobile devices with Type-A or Bluetooth 5.2, Android and iOS
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

Manufacturer specification · PC edition. Separate Xbox (RZ04-04530300) and PlayStation (RZ04-04530500) editions exist and are not this product.

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro – Black (RZ04-04530100-R3M1) — official Razer UK product page and specifications

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Rated sensitivity

HyperX Cloud MIX 297 ±3 dB SPL at 1 kHz (1 mW)
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)100 dB SPL/mW at 1 kHz (measured by Razer on a head-and-torso simulator)
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

Manufacturer specification · dB/mW reference.

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro – Black (RZ04-04530100-R3M1) — official Razer UK product page and specifications

Keep the frequency and voltage or power reference attached. Sensitivity describes output for an input, not sound quality; dB/V and dB/mW are different measures.

Weight

HyperX Cloud MIX 2270 g
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)320 g
Sources
HyperX Cloud MIX 2

Manufacturer specification · Headset only; HyperX lists the low-latency USB dongle (2.5 g) and extension adapter (8.0 g) separately. The US page gives the headset as .59 lb.

HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specificationsHyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store product page and technical specifications
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

Manufacturer specification · Razer's listed weight; it does not state whether the detachable microphone is included.

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro – Black (RZ04-04530100-R3M1) — official Razer UK product page and specificationsRazer BlackShark V2 Pro – Black (RZ04-04530100-R3U1) — official Razer US product page and specifications

A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.

Missing or non-comparable evidence (13)

App features

HyperX Cloud MIX 2HyperX NGENUITY software (Microsoft Store, Apple App Store, Google Play): tuned audio profiles and EQ presets
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)Not verified
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Bluetooth version and profiles

HyperX Cloud MIX 2Bluetooth 5.3; A2DP, AVCTP, AVDTP, AVRCP, RFCOMM, GAVDP, HFP, SPP, IOP, DID, HID, HSP, PBAP
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)Not verified
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Controls

HyperX Cloud MIX 2Volume, multifunction button, mic mute/sidetone, noise control mode
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)Not verified
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Rated total harmonic distortion

HyperX Cloud MIX 2≤2%
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)Not verified
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

In the box

HyperX Cloud MIX 2Headphones, 2.4 GHz USB Type-C wireless dongle, extension adapter, USB charging cable, 3.5 mm audio cable, carrying case, quick start guide
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)Not verified
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Low-latency link

HyperX Cloud MIX 22.4 GHz USB-C dongle with latency as low as 20 ms; the dongle stores in the ear cup
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)Not verified
Sources
HyperX Cloud MIX 2

Manufacturer specification · HyperX notes performance figures are typical component-manufacturer specifications and may vary. The dongle is described as compatible with Android and iOS devices with USB-C.

HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specifications
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

2 shared fields have the same recorded value.

YOUR HEADPHONES. YOUR RULES.

Check against your must-haves

Feature matching for the features you select. It doesn’t rate sound or comfort.

Start with your listening setup.

Choose a starting point, then fine-tune your must-haves.

FINE-TUNE THE DETAILS

Your essentials.

These shortcuts select the features shown above. Check the fit against your own equipment and listening space.

A feature match describes the selected requirements. It doesn’t rate sound or comfort.

YOUR CHOICE

HyperX Cloud MIX 2

Select a feature to check your fit.

YOUR CHOICE

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

Select a feature to check your fit.

Feature matching, not a sound-quality score. The specification table links to the evidence for each feature.
WHAT EACH CHOICE ASKS OF YOU

What it brings and what to check

HyperX Cloud MIX 2

What it brings

What to check

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

What it brings

What to check

  • Razer lists passive noise isolation only, with no active noise cancellation, and no analogue cable connection for this edition.
  • Xbox consoles are not listed for this PC edition; Razer sells a separate Xbox version under a different part number.
COMPARE THE DETAILS

Full specifications

How we verify
28 of 28 specifications Sources in each row
Source-backed specifications for HyperX Cloud MIX 2 and Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)
SpecificationHyperX Cloud MIX 2Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)
Wearing styleDifferent
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

Manufacturer specification · Razer lists an inner ear-cushion opening of 42 × 62 mm; its pages do not use the terms over-ear or closed-back.

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro – Black (RZ04-04530100-R3M1) — official Razer UK product page and specifications
Over-ear (circumaural), closed-back wireless headphones with built-in microphonesHeadband gaming headset with oval memory-foam ear cushions and passive noise isolation
Acoustic design
Sources
Closed-backNot provided
WeightDifferent
Sources
HyperX Cloud MIX 2

Manufacturer specification · Headset only; HyperX lists the low-latency USB dongle (2.5 g) and extension adapter (8.0 g) separately. The US page gives the headset as .59 lb.

HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specificationsHyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store product page and technical specifications
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

Manufacturer specification · Razer's listed weight; it does not state whether the detachable microphone is included.

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro – Black (RZ04-04530100-R3M1) — official Razer UK product page and specificationsRazer BlackShark V2 Pro – Black (RZ04-04530100-R3U1) — official Razer US product page and specifications
270 g320 g
Memory foam and leatheretteOval pressure-relieving memory foam; inner opening 42 mm wide × 62 mm long
Construction
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

No source recorded.

Stainless steel frame with aluminium forksNot provided
Wireless: 2.4 GHz via USB-C dongle (with extension adapter) and Bluetooth 5.3 LE Audio; wired via the detachable 1.2 m 3.5 mm TRS audio cable; USB-C to USB-A cable for chargingWireless only: Razer HyperSpeed 2.4 GHz (USB Type-A dongle) plus Bluetooth 5.2
Bluetooth version and profiles
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

No source recorded.

Bluetooth 5.3; A2DP, AVCTP, AVDTP, AVRCP, RFCOMM, GAVDP, HFP, SPP, IOP, DID, HID, HSP, PBAPNot provided
Bluetooth codecs
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

No source recorded.

SBC, MPEG-2 AAC-LC, LE AudioNot provided
Low-latency link
Sources
HyperX Cloud MIX 2

Manufacturer specification · HyperX notes performance figures are typical component-manufacturer specifications and may vary. The dongle is described as compatible with Android and iOS devices with USB-C.

HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specifications
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

No source recorded.

2.4 GHz USB-C dongle with latency as low as 20 ms; the dongle stores in the ear cupNot provided
Wireless range
Sources
Up to 20 mNot provided
Battery lifeDifferent
Sources
HyperX Cloud MIX 2

Manufacturer specification · Tested at 50% headphone volume, continuous playback; actual battery life varies with use and capacity decreases over time.

HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specificationsHyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store product page and technical specifications
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

Manufacturer specification · Razer does not state the test conditions (connection mode, volume) for the 70-hour figure.

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro – Black (RZ04-04530100-R3M1) — official Razer UK product page and specificationsRazer BlackShark V2 Pro — official Razer UK product overview and FAQ
Bluetooth: up to 110 hours (noise control off), 84 hours (Transparency), 70 hours (ANC); 2.4 GHz dongle: up to 72 hours (noise control off), 53 hours (Transparency), 52 hours (ANC)Up to 70 hours; USB Type-C charging, with 15 minutes giving about 6 hours of play
Charge time
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

No source recorded.

3 hoursNot provided
USB charging cable (USB-C to USB-A)USB Type-C; 15 minutes of charging gives about 6 hours of play
Platform compatibilityDifferent
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

Manufacturer specification · PC edition. Separate Xbox (RZ04-04530300) and PlayStation (RZ04-04530500) editions exist and are not this product.

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro – Black (RZ04-04530100-R3M1) — official Razer UK product page and specifications
PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, Steam Deck, mobilePC (2.4 GHz Type-A dongle or Bluetooth 5.2), PlayStation (2.4 GHz Type-A), mobile devices with Type-A or Bluetooth 5.2, Android and iOS
Dynamic, 40 mm, with neodymium magnetsRazer TriForce Titanium 50 mm dynamic drivers
40 mm50 mm
20 Hz – 20 kHz12 Hz – 28 kHz
Nominal impedance
Sources
32 ohm32 ohm
97 ±3 dB SPL at 1 kHz (1 mW)100 dB SPL/mW at 1 kHz (measured by Razer on a head-and-torso simulator)
Rated total harmonic distortion
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

No source recorded.

≤2%Not provided
Virtual surround
Sources
HyperX Cloud MIX 2

No source recorded.

Not providedTHX Spatial Audio
Microphone
Sources
HyperX Cloud MIX 2

Manufacturer specification · Built-in microphones with AI noise reduction; no boom microphone is listed.

HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specificationsHyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store product page and technical specifications
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

Manufacturer specification · Detachable unidirectional HyperClear Super Wideband microphone.

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro – Black (RZ04-04530100-R3M1) — official Razer UK product page and specifications
YesYes
Built-in MEMS; omni-directional; −13.4 dBFS at 1 kHz; AI noise reductionDetachable HyperClear Super Wideband, unidirectional; 100 Hz – 10 kHz
Active noise cancellationDifferent
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

Manufacturer specification · Razer lists passive noise isolation only; no active noise cancellation is stated.

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro – Black (RZ04-04530100-R3M1) — official Razer UK product page and specifications
YesNo
Transparency mode
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

No source recorded.

YesNot provided
Volume, multifunction button, mic mute/sidetone, noise control modeNot provided
App features
Sources
Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023)

No source recorded.

HyperX NGENUITY software (Microsoft Store, Apple App Store, Google Play): tuned audio profiles and EQ presetsNot provided
In the box
Sources
Headphones, 2.4 GHz USB Type-C wireless dongle, extension adapter, USB charging cable, 3.5 mm audio cable, carrying case, quick start guideNot provided
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