
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 636 reviews
4.6- Sound Quality (374)
- Comfort (148)
- Price (45)
- Weight (11)
- Microphone (10)
- Cord Length (6)
- Connectivity (3)
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- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Hyper x 2 wired gaming headset
I’ve been using the HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 wired gaming headset for a few months now and it’s been a really solid headset for the price. The headset is lightweight and comfortable even during long gaming sessions, and the ear cushions don’t make my ears feel sore after a few hours. The sound quality is clear with good bass, and footsteps and voices come through nicely while gaming. The microphone quality surprised me too. Friends said my voice sounded clear in party chat and Discord, and I like that the mic mutes automatically when you flip it up. Setup was simple since it’s just plug-and-play with no extra software needed. One thing I liked most is that it doesn’t feel cheap even though it’s affordable. The controls are easy to reach and the headset fits securely without squeezing too hard. The only small downside is that the cable could be a little longer, but overall I think this is a great wired gaming headset for anyone wanting good comfort and sound without spending a ton of money.
Posted by Raymond
- Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Decent Good Priced Heatset
The HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 is a lightweight, comfortable, and affordable gaming headset that offers good sound quality and features. It is compatible with PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PS5, PS4, Nintendo Switch, and mobile devices with a CTIA connection. The headset features 50mm drivers that produce clear and detailed sound. The soundstage is not the widest, but it is still good enough for gaming. The headset also has DTS Headphone:X Spatial Audio, which can be used to create a more immersive audio experience. The microphone is also of good quality. It is noise-canceling, so your teammates will be able to hear you clearly even in noisy environments. The microphone also has a swivel-to-mute function, which is a convenient way to mute yourself when you need to. The headset is very comfortable to wear. It is lightweight and the ear cups are made of soft memory foam. The ear cups also rotate in a 90-degree angle, so you can wear the headset comfortably around your neck when you're not using it. Overall, the HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 is a great value for money gaming headset. It offers good sound quality, a comfortable design, and a variety of features. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for an affordable gaming headset. Here are some pros and cons of the headset: Pros: Lightweight and comfortable design Good sound quality Noise-canceling microphone DTS Headphone:X Spatial Audio Swivel-to-mute microphone Affordable price Cons: Soundstage could be wider No carrying case included
Posted by Deven
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Hyper-X
Upon unboxing I was immediately impressed with its weight and sturdiness , Then only to my suprise the Incredible sound quality that only cost me 40ish dollars U.S . If your looking for a set of phones that doesnt break the bank while making you look and feel like a Pro!, this is it!
Posted by Grayman
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Very nice looking headset and great value
I liked this headset a lot because I was looking for a budget friendly option that still looked good and had good quality. The mic is really good for what you pay for and the sound quality is solid. I mostly just use it for casual gaming but I can keep them on for a while without feeling discomfort. Overall a great product for the price 10/10.
Posted by FELIXG
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
BEST BUDGET HEADPHONES; Better than my $50 pair
I honestly hated my last headphones cause I felt they never fit right. I'm a lady with small ears and a small head. These fit amazingly on all head sizes. I made my husband try and he found them very comfortable as well. With these, there is also a measurement number on each side so when you find your perfect fit, you know exactly where it is. The noise isolating is pretty good for the price. The ear cups themselves block out a lot of sound and create a nice "seal". The mic is GREAT and it even comes with a little mini pop filter! I also am in love with the fact that I just have to lift the flexible mic arm to mute myself instead of worrying whether I pushed a button/switch or not. Even the volume knob on the headphones themselves is awesome. It has a nice smooth motion that isn't too fast. That little bit of resistance saves you from blasting your ears out accidently (which my last ones did A LOT). The volume knob also is very precise, so you can change the volume in much smaller increments, which seems not that great until you have the opposite. It really makes a huge difference. I could go on about how much I love these, but we should get to the cons. The wire isn't the longest. My last headphones had something like 6 ft, so this pales in comparison, but it's still long enough to go around my monitors to my pc without much difficulty. Just don't forget and try to walk away. The mic is also not detachable, which isn't a huge issue for me. However, if the mic breaks (which has happened on other headphones I owned), you have to buy a whole new pair or send them in for warranty (which is 2 years, so I'm not complaining too much). Last con is a nitpick, but sometimes my fingers get caught in the slots between the ear cups and the headband. The swivel is nice for wearable comfort, but it is pretty painful when your finger gets stuff. (Skill issue, am I right? I'll get used to it.) Overall 9/10. Comfy, functional, and great for gaming, music, streaming, etc
Posted by AmarisT