Drop + EPOS PC38X vs HyperX Cloud II

140 facts in comparison

These products are from different categories (Gaming Headsets vs headphones), so direct comparison may not be meaningful.

Based on 1,254 Reddit opinions. EPOS PC38X leads by 20 points.

1.3K opinions
EPOS PC38X leads by 20pts
Reddit's Pick
Drop + EPOS PC38X
93%
A
Based on
1,835 Redditors
Winner

Drop + EPOS PC38X

~$169
1,030 opinions

tldr; PC37X upgraded. Better bass, same imaging. Current king of value gaming.

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HyperX Cloud II
73%
B-
Based on
454 Redditors

HyperX Cloud II

~$59.99
224 opinions

tldr; The HyperX Cloud II receives mostly positive reviews on Reddit (73% positive across 454 mentions). A solid choice in its category.

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Sound QualityMicrophoneComfortWireless & LatencyBuild Quality
🎵SOU
🎙️MIC
😌COM
📶WIR
🔧BUI
75
Points
69
Points

Score by Category

Sound Quality
90%77%
Microphone
79%
Comfort
59%67%
Wireless & Latency
0%
Build Quality
56%54%

Why is HyperX Cloud II better than + EPOS PC38X?

  • Better comfort (67% vs 59%)
Based on 2,289 Reddit opinions
Clear Winner

Reddit prefers the EPOS PC38X

Winning by 20 points (93% vs 73%)

Better sound quality
Current best value
Upgraded sound
High confidence (2,289 mentions)

💬Reddit Sentiment

Based on 2,289 Reddit mentions

Overall Rating

EPOS PC38X
9.3/10
1,835 mentions
Cloud II
7.3/10
454 mentions
VALUE
EPOS PC38X9.2/10
Cloud II9.1/10
SOUND QUALITY
EPOS PC38X9.0/10
Cloud II7.7/10
MICROPHONE
EPOS PC38X7.9/10
Cloud IIN/A
COMFORT
EPOS PC38X5.9/10
Cloud II6.7/10
BUILD QUALITY
EPOS PC38X5.6/10
Cloud II5.4/10
WIRELESS
EPOS PC38X0.0/10
Cloud IIN/A
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Head to Head

Head to Head

EPOS PC38X: 2|Cloud II: 3
Value
EPOS PC38X92%
Cloud II91%
Sound QualityEPOS PC38X
EPOS PC38X90%
Cloud II77%
MicrophoneEPOS PC38X
EPOS PC38X79%
Cloud IIN/A
ComfortCloud II
EPOS PC38X59%
Cloud II67%
Build Quality
EPOS PC38X56%
Cloud II54%
Wireless
EPOS PC38X0%
Cloud IIN/A
FeaturesCloud II
EPOS PC38XN/A
Cloud II67%
BassCloud II
EPOS PC38XN/A
Cloud II60%
EPOS PC38X93%
Cloud II73%
Clear winner - EPOS PC38X leads by 20 points

Key Specs

SpecDrop + EPOS PC38XHyperX Cloud II
Transducer Principle
Dynamic, open-back
Frequency Response Headphones
10 Hz - 30,000 Hz
Impedance
28 ohms
Sound Pressure Level
109 dB
Microphone Frequency Response
50 Hz - 16,000 Hz

Key Highlights

Drop + EPOS PC38XWinner
👑 Current best value
🔊 Upgraded sound
🎤 Excellent mic
💰 Worth every penny
HyperX Cloud II
Solid community reputation
Frequently recommended

Topic Battles

EPOS PC38X: 2|Tied: 2|Cloud II: 1
🎵Sound Quality
EPOS PC38X wins
EPOS PC38X
90%
Cloud II
77%
🎙️Microphone
EPOS PC38X wins
EPOS PC38X
79%
Cloud II
😌Comfort
Cloud II wins
EPOS PC38X
59%
Cloud II
67%
📶Wireless & Latency
EPOS PC38X
0%
Cloud II
🔧Build Quality
EPOS PC38X
56%
Cloud II
54%

Based on Reddit sentiment across 5 categories

📈Where They Rank

💬What Redditors Actually Say

What Redditors Say

Best praise vs top criticism for Drop + EPOS PC38X

Best Praise
+7 pts
I tend to not recommend my personal favorite products first as other people are not the same as me. That's why it's broken into different categories. The pc38x will be a better headset over the Penrose when it comes to pure sound, so you made a safe bet.
r/gaming_headsets
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Top Criticism
+2 pts
The hd560s won't work with the vmoda boom pro with out Modding and an adapter. It is better than the pc38x.
r/gaming_headsets
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What Redditors Say

Best praise vs top criticism for HyperX Cloud II

Best Praise
+6 pts
I'm happy for you that the cloud sounds exactly the same to you. You just saved yourself a lot of money.
r/headphones
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Top Criticism
+11 pts
Its a sin to even compare 650 to c2. Wait a little let your brain get used to the new experience.
r/headphones
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📈Historical Price Data

Drop + EPOS PC38X
HyperX Cloud II
$50$100$150$200Jun '25Jul '25Aug '25Oct '25Nov '25Dec '25Jan '26Feb '26Mar '26May '26Low: $199Low: $49.99
Drop + EPOS PC38X
All-time low: $149(2025-11)
$0 below 90-day avg
HyperX Cloud II
All-time low: $0.01(2017-03)

Which is Better?

Drop + EPOS PC38X Wins
93%
PC38X
vs
73%
II

Drop + EPOS PC38X leads by 20 points based on 2,289 Reddit opinions.

Why EPOS PC38XWinner
  • 👑 Current best value
  • 🔊 Upgraded sound
  • 🎤 Excellent mic
  • More discussed (1,835 vs 454)
Why Cloud II
  • Still a solid choice depending on your priorities

❤️The Love/Hate Breakdown

Sentiment Breakdown

52%Positive
Positive
52%
Neutral
44%
Negative
4%
Based on 1,835 Reddit opinions

Sentiment Breakdown

36%Positive
Positive
36%
Neutral
51%
Negative
13%
Based on 454 Reddit opinions

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Drop + EPOS PC38X or HyperX Cloud II?
Based on 2,289 Reddit comments, Drop + EPOS PC38X is the preferred choice with 93% positive sentiment vs HyperX Cloud II's 73%. Drop + EPOS PC38X leads by 20 percentage points.
Should I buy Drop + EPOS PC38X or HyperX Cloud II?
If you want the safer choice based on community sentiment, Drop + EPOS PC38X has stronger approval ratings (93% vs 73%). However, HyperX Cloud II may still be better depending on your specific needs, budget, or use case.
What do Redditors love about Drop + EPOS PC38X?
Reddit users highlight: Current best value. Upgraded sound. Excellent mic. With 1,835 mentions and 93% approval, it's a well-regarded choice in the community.
What do Redditors say about HyperX Cloud II?
HyperX Cloud II has 454 mentions on Reddit with 73% positive sentiment. It's frequently discussed as a solid option.
How many Reddit reviews were analyzed?
This comparison analyzed 2,289 Reddit comments: 1,835 about Drop + EPOS PC38X and 454 about HyperX Cloud II. Data was sourced from Gaming Headsets community discussions.
How accurate are these ratings?
Our sentiment analysis is approximately 80-85% accurate compared to manual review. Well-discussed products with many mentions tend to have more reliable scores than niche items with fewer data points.
Why trust Reddit over professional reviews?
Reddit users bought products with their own money and have no incentive to mislead. You're seeing hundreds of real opinions across different use cases, not just one reviewer's take. This crowdsourced approach surfaces both common praise and recurring complaints.

1,254 Reddit opinions analyzed · Last updated 6/24/2026