Which is better for iPhone use?

The iMangoo, because it plugs straight into Lightning with no adapter. The HyperX needs a Lightning-to-3.5mm adapter, which Apple no longer includes in the box.

The HyperX Cloud Earbuds II has larger 14 mm drivers and lower distortion under 2%, so it should sound fuller and cleaner. The iMangoo's 115 dB sensitivity makes it louder, not necessarily better.

The HyperX is water resistant and has a reinforced 90-degree plug, so it should survive sweat and pocket wear better. The iMangoo has no water protection at all.

Is the HyperX worth the extra money?

Yes if you use a 3.5mm device and want better drivers and water resistance. No if you only have a Lightning iPhone and don't want to carry an adapter.

Can I use the HyperX on a Nintendo Switch or PC?

Yes. The 3.5mm plug works with the Switch, PC, PS5 controllers, and most Android phones. The iMangoo will not connect to any of them.

Do either cancel noise?

Neither has active noise cancellation. Both rely on the in-ear seal for passive isolation, and the HyperX does not claim noise canceling at all.

iMangoo MFi-Certified Lightning Earbuds vs HyperX Cloud Earbuds II

Buy the HyperX Cloud Earbuds II for gaming, calls, and any device with a 3.5mm jack; its 14mm drivers, 65-ohm impedance, and water resistance make it the sturdier all-rounder. Buy the iMangoo MFi-Certified only if you need a Lightning plug for an iPhone or iPad with no headphone jack and want a light, tangle-free cable. The iMangoo is the cheaper option, but no price was given for either at a named store, so check current prices on Deal.ai before deciding.

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