Customer Ratings & Reviews

--- SETUP --- The HyperX Cloud can be set up with the included transmitter to the PC via USB-C. Add the adapter to the transmitter to plug it to a PS5 or Switch. Bluetooth can be used for your mobile phone. The box explicitly says that it is not compatible with Xbox. --- PERFORMANCE AND EXPECTATIONS --- I first paired these headphones to my phone via bluetooth, and I had a blast listening to music with them as a passenger on several road trips. Because the mic plug is optional, I didn’t plug in the mic and they look like high-end headphones, and not just a gaming headset. These are comfortable for a good 6-8 hours of use, which is more than enough for gaming sessions. Since I wear glasses, it is important to note for glass-wearers that this headset is also very comfortable to use while wearing glasses. Once I got home, I tested these on my PC, and later on my PS5, which is where I did most of the testing. For gaming, the headphones are great as well. I play a lot of single player games such as Elder Scrolls, Oblivion and Silent Hill 2 Remastered. In Oblivion, I discovered that my character actually has tiny footstep noises that I wasn’t hearing before when crouching. In atmospheric games like Silent Hill, the game was much more immersive. Because I had already paired the headset to my phone, I enjoyed that I could use my phone and hear notifications and music while playing with my console at the same time. There is software you can download to customize EQ settings, mic volume, and in a future update, lighting settings. The software is optional, but it’s there for future upgrades. The headset has colorful light features that can be more visible if you remove magnetic plates on the side of the headset. When I used the software, the feature to control the lighting wasn’t readily available, but just know that it is coming. Even though it says on the box that this headset is not compatible with Xbox, I had to try it out. Just as stated, I could not get them to work on an Xbox, but that was expected and does not affect this review in any way. I still want to point it out to would-be buyers in case they were curious about it. --- APPROVAL --- Overall, the bass of this headset does a wonderful job at making you feel immersed in the music and your video games. Speaking into the embedded mic works fine without needing to connect the boom mic. I highly recommend this headset, especially if you plan on making this your long-term headset investment.

This is the HyperX Cloud Flight 2 headphones for gaming and casual use. I have this assigned to my gaming laptop for on-the-go gaming. My previous headphones were a pair of wired HP Omen series headphones that have seen their fair share of use over the last few years and need replacing. I'm happy to see another quality HP product, for those of you who didn't know HP owns HyperX. The headphones are very well made; they're solid as they come. The headband is tight on my head, but it will loosen up in time. The headphones' sound quality is clear and balanced, but they are still breaking in. I love that these headphones are truly plug-and-play. The box comes with several accessories, but really, you may not even need to use them. The USB-C with a USB-A adaptor dongle connects the headset via a crisp, clear 2.4ghz connection, but there is also the option of switching over to bluetooth. Either way you connect, the sound quality is just about the same, and I could not hear any significant difference. The headsets come with an external gaming microphone that plugs into a socket on the side, but you really don't need it, as the headphones have a built-in microphone that's pretty good without the plug-in headset. The headset includes optional software. Honestly, the software doesn't add much in terms of features right now and can be skipped. While it would be nice to lock the headset's colors, it's fine without that feature. The headphones work just like they should from the moment you turn them on, and without installing any software to enable ‘features’. I have been playing a lot of CSGO and Marvel Rivals of late, and these headphones work rather well for gaming on the go. I took the laptop to my favorite coffeehouse for breakfast and a frag session, and it worked perfectly fine. Nobody bothered me, and the noise of the coffee shop did not disturb me. The sound insulation is quite good, and the thing can be turned on relatively high. 50% of the sound dial's volume is enough to make you deaf. Overall, a good mid-range headset for the avid gamer or someone who needs a quality pair of comfortable headphones for regular use on the computer and your phone (remember that bluetooth option, it works fine on the phone). Battery life is not bad for a weekend gaming session. Definitely worth consideration if you are looking for new gaming or work headphones.

I've tested and owned quite a few headsets in the past year or two, and I have to say right off the bat that the HyperX Cloud Flight 2 really impressed me. I feel like gaming headsets have reached a plateau, or at least a lot of them seem to feel and sound very similar. The HyperX Cloud Flight 2 breaks the mold and excels. I am really impressed with the sound quality of this headset. The first game I booted up with it was Battlefield 6 on my PS5 and I was immediately blown away. This headset has a very good bass response. Explosions, gun shots.. they all give a nice bass thump against my skull with this headset. I feel like this headset is tuned to the lower end of the EQ. Mids, and Lows dominate the sound stage but they don't completely drown out highs and trebles. I prefer a mid to bass heavy tune for gaming. I play a lot of shooters and action games, so I like a more immersive sound stage from my gaming headset. If you want to jump in and feel the game, you will not be disappointed with this headset. Build quality is very good, very premium feeling. The headband is strong and very sturdy. The ear cups are smaller than typical gaming headsets but they sit nicely over my ears. The headband is adjustable and comfortable as well. The microphone is removable if you want to get it out of your face. When used in voice chat with friends, they all told me my voice came through loud and clear. The RGB lighting on the side is a nice little bonus, personally I don't care for it. Especially since I can't even see it on while it's on my head. But I spose if you are a live streamer and use a webcam, it'll look cool while it's glowing on your skull. Battery life seems to be excellent. After 5 days of use, I have yet to recharge them and when I turned them on tonight the voice said I'm at about 50% charge. If you are an all day gamer, I would imagine you'll need to charge these every couple of days. Ive been averaging about 2/3 hours of use every night since I got them and they are still going strong. The headset comes with a wire if you just want to connect it that way but wireless is the way to go. It includes a USB port that is compatible with your PS5, PC Mac and Nintendo switch. You can also connect it via bluetooth, which is best for mobile, tablet, etc etc. All in All, I love this headset and it will be my primary / main gaming headset for the foreseeable future. If you are reading this, go ahead and buy them. I think you'll love them!

The HyperX Cloud Flight 2 headset is a new gaming headset from HP. The headset is supported in the NGenuity Beta software. That is where you can get firmware updates, set feature settings, see battery level, etc. Features Standard audio output features are available in the NGenuity Beta software. I can set volume which can also be set with a dial on the headset. Mic volume is set in the software along with several additional features. I can turn on/off mic monitoring which allows me to hear your voice through the headset. I can also setup EQ profiles. It allows me to customize an EQ, save it, and load it. I can create a profile per game if I want to. It’s simple to create one, save it, and load it. I have the option for 3 mic presets: High Boost, Mid Boost, and Low Boost. I found the mic performed well even without a preset on, but I can boost it with one of the three presets. Mic effects are very helpful. That’s where I set the AI Noise Reduction. It is a noticeable difference having that on compared to off. It helps to cut out background noise allowing the input from the mic to be very clear. I have to say this is one of the clearest headset mics that I’ve ever used. HP did a really good job with it. LED lighting is a feature where the out ear caps light up with the HyperX logo. This is a nice feature to add, but the NGenuity Beta software doesn’t yet support controlling it. When I go to the settings for it there is a message “Work In Progress” displayed and I’m not able to set the lighting how I want it. It defaulted to running through the color spectrum. At this time, since changing that isn’t supported, its what I’ll have until HP addresses that. The LED lighting can be turned on/off using two buttons on the headset, so I at least have the option to turn it on/off. The logo ear caps are removable and held on by a magnet. Its simple to remove them and put them back on. Maybe HP will have additional caps that can be purchased separately where I can find something else that I might like. As it is, I like the HyperX logo and that will work for me. Spatial Audio is also supported. I can make adjustments to positioning of the audio. There are a lot of options there under the Advanced Settings for spatial audio. There are multiple connection options such as Bluetooth, RF module, and USB-C. The PS5, Nintendo Switch, PC, and Mobile devices are supported. With the PS5, I use the RF module, USB-C and Bluetooth are what I used for the PC, and the USB-C for my Switch. The included USB-C cable also allows me to charge the headset while connected to my PC. I like that I can use the headset with multiple systems. I feel like I get more with the headset due to the multiple system support. Battery life is exceptional when the LED lighting is turned off. Up to 100 hours with the lighting turned off, but only a little over 20 hours with it turned on. Still though, 20 hours is good for my weekend sessions of Battlefield 6. I can get through a weekend without having to charge them if I use the LED lighting, which I always have turned on. The leather covered ear cushions are very comfortable while wearing for hours. HP also added a piece of foam over the grill in front of the drivers then placed cloth over that. What this results in is that if any part of my ear touches the inside of the ear cup, it will touch the cloth and press in a little on the piece of foam. This reduces the chances of that being uncomfortable. Most headsets only have a piece of cloth of the grill which causes my hear to hurt once the tip of my ear touches it. It doesn’t take long for that to be uncomfortable, so HP taking that into account shows that the HyperX team was thinking things through when then designed the Cloud Flight 2 headset. The construction of the headset is solid. It doesn’t feel cheap. The buttons are easy to find by touch and the mic can be adjusted as well as be removed when I use the headset to listen to music and plugged back into the headset when I start gaming. The headset and mic have a well constructed fell and it seems HP did not cut corners with the Cloud Flight 2. Final Thoughts I’m really impressed with the headset. The mic is clear and pics up my voice without a problem. The AI Noise Reduction is a great feature that helps a lot. I also like the solid construction of the headset. I also get more out of it due to the multi-system support (PS5, Switch, PC). I would like to see HP ensure that feature settings are all accessible within the NGenuity software at launch of a product in the future. I have no doubt that the LED lighting setting will be added to the software, but that should have been done at launch of the product. I would recommend this headset to anyone looking for a gaming headset. If you are looking for a gaming headset, then definitely consider the HyperX Cloud Flight 2 gaming headset.

TLDR: Lightweight, Bluetooth, 2.4Ghz WiFi, RGB colorful, removable & internal microphones, gaming headset. Has compatibility with PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, Mac, Mobile devices via bluetooth. 100 hours w WiFi, 150 hours w Bluetooth per charge claimed, 2 year warranty, WiFi dock works USB-A and USB-C. Does not include a protective case. Owned by HP. Customizable RGB Lighting with Removable Earcup Plates, the earcups glow (but reduce battery life) without or without the magnetic logo plates. The HyperEX Ngenuity software allows customizing the colors produced to match your colors on other RGB items in your gaming environment. 2.4GHz & Bluetooth connectivity with easy switch on right side earcup. Also has Instant Pair when gaming using a select group of Omen laptops with compatibility from HP. Claimed up to 100 Hours of Battery Life per charge in 2.4 Ghz WiFi mode at 50% volume and LED lighting off, 150 hours with Bluetooth with the same parameters. A full charge takes 3.5 hours using USB-C. I used my USB-C laptop chargers from Dell and Acer and they worked fine. Maximum wireless range is a claimed 65 feet. Multi-Platform Compatibility - works with PC, Mac, Nintendo Switch, PS4 and PS5 and mobile devices. No XBox compatibility seen. I used it with my Windows 11 computers and it worked fine with both WiFi on 2.4 Ghz and via Bluetooth, although at times it was finicky to connect to my laptop via Bluetooth. Both microphones work well in that no one said I sounded bad when I tested them on phone calls without stating I was using a headphone mic. When I did reveal that, and switched from plugged in to the internal mic, no one told me I sound bad. In gaming it also worked fine. I also tested it with recording onto my PC and it sounded full and defined. With music it produced great sound from the 50mm drivers which are angled to interact directly into the ears. The bass is strong and low and the spoken words from players and onscreen characters are clear and defined, there is no complaining about the sound when using these headphones. The unit is made of plastic with steel sliding headband ends and weighs about 12 ounces or ¾ of a pound. It is comfortable to wear with memory foam removable top padding and comfortable earcups for sound isolation. Recommended for sure.

There are three main factors I consider when evaluating a headset. The first thing I test is the sound quality. While there is not an equalizer that I have found, this sounds outstanding when connected to my laptop playing anything from 80's metal to country music. Everything is crisp and clear. The same can be said when connected to my PS5. The sound submersion is almost like I'm inside the game. The second factor is comfort. The ear cushions are made of memory foam with adjustable positions over the ear. The feel is light, yet it fits tight enough to block out outside noises very well. The third factor is ease of use and setup. The headset easily connected with Bluetooth to my laptop. While it supports Bluetooth with my PS5, I opted to use the included dongle since I have open USB ports on the gaming console. The dongle converts from USB-C to USB-A to work with most consoles. The headset has two different microphones, with one built in and the other attaches and detaches. I appreciate the volume control button as well as the mute button. This allows for full control without needing application to control the sound functionality. The two sides snap on and off to change the aesthetics. I prefer the look with the covers on, but it's all a matter of preference. The RGB lighting can be changed via the Hyper X NGENUITY application. I will be using this primarily for my gaming purposes, but it works very well for an office productivity headset.

Really good wireless headset. They include the headset, a removable boom mic, charge USB cable and a USB dongle (type C, but a type A adaptor is included). The headphones are mostly made of plastic, however the headband adjustment band (at least the internal part) is made of metal. The earpads are super comfy, made of leatherette, they do trap heat though after a while. Clamp force is soft and not that hard. Sound quality is amazing, for the price these offer great bass (without over bearing the mids and treble) and offer a nice wide soundstage and, although they do not have ANC, I was surprised at the good passive noise cancelation, maybe due the leatherette ear pads making a good seal (part of the reason they trap some heat after a while). Battery life is amazing and they pair with the USB dongle super fast. These also support Bluetooth connection, although NOT simultaneous, they have a nice physical toggle switch. Install was easy, you must plug them on your PC and then install HyperX's beta app, which at this point, its at a really "beta" stage and its very disappointing. This is the biggest con. The hardware is superb, but the app needs a lot of work, there are a lot of settings that do not work (like 12 channel audio, the RGB can't be adjusted as of December update) etc. HyperX's really needs to put more emphasis on their software/app side. So far, the state and quality of their software does not match their hardware. Also there is no phone app to tune them via Bluetooth connection to your phone. Great wireless headset for the price, I just hope they can get the Ngenuity beta app out of beta and fully functional soon!

Right out of the box the HyperX headset looks great. The setup is easy just like any other headset and best of all it can be used wired or wireless. I can use Bluetooth or the dongle for a better experience. The microphone is removable and it is easy to put back. When it comes to comfort, it is very comfortable, the set has plenty of cushion to be used all day long without any discomfort. When it comes to the sound, it sound great, better than I expected, great sound without being too much from either bass or highs. I really like that I can adjust the sound according to what I am doing, either editing videos or playing my favorite game. The lights on the headset are just extras that make them look not just cool but of higher value. Overall, I am impressed on how good the set is, I did not expect them to be this good. They are comfortable, battery life lasts days without charging, the microphone is detachable. They can block plenty of outside sounds. They are compatible with all of my devices.

Excellent build, and thickly padded. The headband has a nice cushion in the center. When using, the length is easily adjustable, and the clamping is firm. However, with the thick cushions, they were still was comfortable. I found I could wear for extended time easily. Downloading the NGEUNITY – HyperX app allows for updates and custom lighting / equalizer settings. After doing the updates, the wireless and Bluetooth modes worked perfectly. I went on to audition the headphones using different sources. I used when gaming, watching movies, videos, and various types of music – classical, jazz, etc. Using the included USB wireless dongle would be best for gaming, as there is no lag / latency. My impressions seemed similar with all sources. The bass was certainly strong and deep, the mids and treble somewhat recessed. This was a bit more pronounced as the frequency range went up. The app does include custom settings for equalizer to tailor sound to your liking. Overall, the sound was somewhat “V” shaped, but more so in the lower frequencies. The customizable lighting is a nice touch, although you can't see while using..... A good reasonably priced everyday set of headphones.

The HyperX Cloud Flight 2 headset overall provides acceptable audio quality but it lacks the app support and features to set it apart from the competition. The fit and feel are a tad tight for me but the foam ear muffs are reasonably comfortable and the RGB icons on the ear muffs add a touch of fun. Pros: - Limited verbal status - Blue tooth and Wireless supported with dongle provided - RGB support on ear muffs - Removeable microphone Cons: - No ANC - Supporting Ngenuity app and software is lacking in features and options - Cannot reassign buttons - Cannot connect to two devices like pc and mobile simultaneously - No flip up microphone for mute function - Lacks gaming presets Performance: I installed both the current version of Ngenuity and the newest beta version of Ngenuity. Neither software version provided the features that many other competitors offer. The Ngenuity software allows you to verify the battery level, set an audio equalizer and set the color and patterns of the RGB on the ear muffs. The beta Ngenuity starts to incorporate dimensional sound configurations but nothing worked for me but because it’s beta software that is not unusual. In neither version was I able to reassign the button functionality or select from preconfigured audio equalizers based upon game type or setup/verify the surround sound features of the headset. I was also disappointed that the headset was not natively configurable in the Omen gaming software on my new Omen laptop. The microphone worked well and I like the fact that it can be removed when not in use but it doesn’t support the flip up mute function that many headsets provide. The sound quality was good and it had respectable bass and highs. There is a multifunction button on the earmuff but I could not get it to do anything nor could I find a place to configure it in the software. Fit and Feel: Even though there is a lot of plastic used in the construction of the headsets they look and feel solid. The ear muffs are round enough to cover my entire ear comfortably but they clamp tightly. During long sessions of gaming I found the foam pads to remain soft and supportive but they do get warm after time.

HyperX has been killing the game in 2025. First the Cloud III S came out to much critical acclaim, and now the company revamped the legendary Cloud Flight headset with a fantastic sequel. This headset’s sound signature is perfect for immersive, single player story driven games. The bass is deep and punchy, while still maintaining clear dialogue. Super comfortable too.

I love these headphones , by far the best ones I ever purchased. Best Buys Got it for a decent price.

Outstanding gaming headset, immersive and lightweight.

Bought these the replace my last pair and they are great

TL:DR - the HyperX Cloud Flight 2 wireless gaming headset is a solid option for those who want a good value when it comes to audio quality, features, and performance. Gaming performance is solid, music playback is really good for the price, audio quality is great, and customization using the HyperX Ngenuity software is easy to do. Those of you with newer computers and consoles will appreciate USB-C charging cable and USB-C connection on the wireless dongle. They're comfortable for longer listening sessions. The only thing I wish the headset had were folding ear cups, but that's a minor issue. First impressions and unboxing - I'll be honest, the package made me think the quality of the headset was going to be lower tier than what it is. However, as soon as I opened the package, the impression quickly changed. Opening the box went to more of a "presentation" of the headset, with the instructions and other literature in a pocket on the upper flap of the box and the mic, dongle, and USB-C cable are under the cardboard at the bottom of the package. The near complete lack of packaging plastic was also a nice touch. Setup and usage - You'll want to charge the headset before usage, of course. The dongle has USB-C connectivity and works with a huge range of devices - iPhone, Android, macOS, and SteamOS all worked perfectly with the USB-C dongle. Most consoles should work seamlessly with the USB dongle as well, and it does come with a USB A-to-C adapter for older systems and computers. For Windows users, you'll want to download the Ngenuity software to get the most out of this headset. You can adjust the audio mode to cover modes from stereo audio to a virtualized 7.1.4 surround setup where every virtual audio channel can be adjusted manually. You're given different EQ setups from a basic 3-band to a fully adjustable parametric EQ with high-pass and low-pass filters. Usage - First and foremost is audio quality. By default, response is relatively flat - no huge bass, no huge treble, strong vocals. The flat response works well for many games, making it easy to hear where enemies and squadmates are. However, for Windows users, the EQ settings can quickly inject chunky bass and super crispy treble if that's the audio that you prefer. Bluetooth is also easy to use. Unlike most headsets gaming or otherwise, you have a physical switch to go from the wireless dongle to Bluetooth. For iOS users, Bluetooth connectivity supports AAC audio so the audio quality is pretty solid with a wireless collection. One of the really neat features of the headset are the earcup covers. They can be removed and replaced easily thanks to magnets. The boom mic is also optional. It's great when you're in a higher noise environment, and being able to run without it is terrific for when you're on the go. Using the dongle, the mic audio quality is solid. Over Bluetooth, it's decent. Battery life really sticks out, too. I charged them and I'm still around half battery left after two days with constant usage. My only disappointment is the ear cups don't fold in to be more compact for storage. If they did and it came with a case or a bag for storage, these would be the perfect headset for me. For the price, you can't go wrong with the HyperX Cloud Flight 2 headset. Well done, HyperX.

I have had many, many, many sets of headphones through the years. I built my first PC when I was 12 years old (would have been approximately 1997) and I've been a PC gamer since then. But before that I was a console gamer. I had the original Playstation, the original Xbox, I had the Dreamcast, I had the Playstation 2, oh yeah, I even had the original Gameboy back in the day. On top of being a gamer I absolutely love listening to podcasts and to music too. So I am able to put headsets, controllers, etc. all through their paces fairly easily. Especially since I'm not the only gamer in the family. I have twin sons that are gamers as well as a significant other. I am happy to say that all of us really enjoyed using the HyperX Cloud Flight 2s for everything from music, to gaming, to podcasts, to movies. Built Quality We have had numerous HyperX products over the years, including other headsets if I'm not mistaken, and the build quality is what I have come to expect from HyperX. The headset isn't overly bulky, it doesn't weigh a lot, it also fit perfectly for all 4 of us in the family that used them. We were really impressed with them from the look, to the feel, to the fit & finish, it all comes together nicely. Rating: 5/5 Gaming We have a PS5, Nintendo Switch, and multiple PCs that we all game on. No matter what system, and what game we threw at it the Cloud Flight 2s ate it up. We have had headsets that were 2x and even 3x the cost of this headset and these outperformed them in 3 out of the 4 of us in the family. That's super impressive for such a competitively priced headset like the Cloud Flight 2s are. We put the headset through it's paces in racing games, basketball, baseball, FPS, RTS, and basically every other genre you could think of. In all of them they did exceptionally well! Rating: 5/5 Music In our family we like a range of music from classical, to rock, to pop, to rap, to hip-hop, to country, to christmas, to you name it and one of us probably likes it. So we too put the Cloud Flight 2s through its paces when it came to testing how it sounds with all the various music. Here again it did exceptionally well, especially for it's price point. The bass was there without sounding distorted. The music sounded crisp & clear without any distortion at all and without it being echo'ey, or flat. It was like amazing sounding to all 4 of us. Super impressed for this price point (I know I keep saying that but its what all 4 of us kept saying). Rating: 5/5 Podcasts & Movies I've found that for me this is what makes or breaks earbuds, headphones, etc. If a podcast or a movie doesn't sound good then I will simply not use them. But with the Cloud Flight 2s all 4 of us really liked how clear & crisp spoken words were on these headphones. It was like being in the studio with the podcasters. And for movies it was much the same thing: great sound, no distortion, and just perfect sounding for us. I couldn't have asked for a better headset, trully. Rating: 5/5 Conclusion So wrapping up the review, I'll say what I've been saying through the whole thing, throughout this whole review I've kept saying that for the price point these are great, and I truly mean that. Everyone enjoyed them. No one had a negative word to say about the headset at all. We've thought about replacing all of our headsets with these specific ones because we all liked them so much. And with Christmas coming up I just might do that for all of us! Overall Rating: 20/20

The Cloud Flight 2 is the second headset I've reviewed from HyperX and I believe the 4th accessory I've used of theirs overall. The first few HyperX accessories I used I came away surprised, and by now I can't say that I'm surprised anymore - they just make really good stuff. The Cloud Flight 2 is a very comfortable gaming headset with some thoughtful features included that make it a great choice for multi-platform gaming. The Cloud Flight 2 is advertised as having 100 hours of battery life, and I found that after about 4 days of using it for work and then gaming at night I only charged it because I felt like I should - and that was after it arrived at half charge. #Unboxing and first impressions# While the Cloud Flight 2 is neither an ultra-premium headset nor budget headset in terms of price, the packaging was nicely done and made this feel much nicer than budget headsets. There were no plastic inserts and a minimal amount of plastic stuck to the actual headset. HyperX seems to have figured out exactly what parts of the headset will rub on the packaging and only applied plastic film to those spots, which is amazing in my opinion. I especially liked that the box has a little pouch built into it for holding the manuals. The Cloud Flight 2 is hopping on the new trend of offering replaceable magnetic plates on the ear cups. I was unable to find additional plates for sale just yet, but notably with this being an RGB headset there will be an extra element to these swappable plates in terms of colored lighting shining through. #Using the Cloud Flight 2# The Cloud Flight 2 was easy to set up on my PC and PS5. HyperX have included their 2.4Ghz dongle and made it USB-C native now with an included USB-A adapter for easy use with most PCs. The fact that it's USB-C natively means it's easy to stick into one of the front ports on my PS5 Pro. On PC, I already had Ngenuity installed which works well for the new headset, though the Beta version is really what you want thanks to the AI noise cancellation for the microphone in the new app. One thing I liked especially is that you can save a light profile to the headset, which in my case means turning the LEDs off entirely so they aren't shining away when I'm not gaming. I got several compliments on the quality of the microphone with the Cloud Flight 2. The only thing I wish that it had was a way to do noise cancellation for the mic without using the Ngenuity software, but it's still a marked improvement over a budget headset. Listening sound quality for gaming and movies is fantastic, and the latest Ngenuity gives you options for up to 12 speaker virtual surround effects. For music, there's a bit of distortion at the lower frequencies that can be helped somewhat by the EQ settings in the Ngenuity app, but I left it as is since it has good bass for gaming. The headset has a reasable number of controls via buttons and switches. You can fully detach the microphone, or mute it with a button press. The mic doesn't flip up at all (though it does bend and retain its shape well) - it just mutes via the button on the left earcup. The mic has an LED near the end that glows red to let you know you're on mute. There's also a switch to go back and forth between the dongle and bluetooth wireless. #Final thoughts# I really like the Cloud Flight 2. I'm particularly happy that HyperX have transitioned to a USB-C based dongle that's much easier to use with my PS5. I think this is a great step up from budget headsets, without getting into features that most gamers won't need like active noise cancellation. You can detach the mic from the headset and use it as standard bluetooth headphones while on the go - while still being able to take calls thanks to the internal mic on the headset. Overall, this is a very good value for a headset that performs very well.

These headphones look very premium. The casing has this no-scratch surface, especially on the top which has the most external exposure. It is mainly plastic but the fittings and finish are very clean and durable. Even the steel slider looks good. The leatherette cushions and head-top cushion is quite soft. I find them very comfortable but it does tend to get a little warm. The buttons are responsive and the rest of the details are pretty well-built. Even the volume wheel has this consistent feedback that helps with adjusting volume on the fly. The cup casings can be easily taken out, and it stays in place when it needs to. The RGB comes out nicely on the covers but I think you can customize yours too if you find replacement cup covers. The connectivity is great. First of all, I can connect It to many devices, especially that it has the dongle so I can connect it to PS5, PC and my switch. The dongle, which I always prefer, is great because you have the USB A adapter, so I can do it anywhere, not to mention Bluetooth which is good for my tablet. The dongle though is very stable as I can go far from my machine without It disconnecting or degrading the signal. It comes with a detachable mic, but oddly, it also has an internal mic. For me, the internal mic makes me sound wider than the detacheable mic, so I prefer using the internal mic. The boom mic makes me sound like I am in a very secluded room, but it is clean. The Ngenuity software is like most other peripheral software and like others, the customizations are great. It is not exceptional but it is very functional. I did play around with EQ because these headphones sound so clear that I hear some static before the sound clips at the end. And it is not the source because I hear it across consoles and sources and it also happens on both Bluetooth and dongle-- so I had to tweak the crisp sound so I don’t hear that end tick that happens every so often. It sounds wide so the bass matches the crispiness of the sound. But if you are very particular about the cleanliness of the audio, you will want to consider using the EQ to control that end clip roughness. These are pretty good headphones. Is there anything exceptional? No. But across the board, this is what most people will want in their gaming headphones—because these headphones are equipped with what almost everyone will need, so you can easily make it your own. Use the EQ, use it on any of your devices, use it for a long time (the battery is great by the way), make it fit you, And I think this is its winning formula.

Honestly, the biggest flaw of this headset from my experience is just that I don't like how it feels to the touch. It's not that it feels delicate or low-quality, there's just something about the materials that I don't like as much as some of my other headsets. I did also have an issue with updating the firmware during the first use and kept having to constantly reboot the computer and restart the update and pick up where I left off, but I'm pretty sure this isn't even HyperX's fault and is probably something to do with ReWASD, which I use to make my old Stadia controller play nice with Xbox games. The third big nonissue with this headset is that it's really easy to make it sound bad by messing too much with audio software such as Dolby Atmos. Overall, this is a pretty good headset. It has a reasonable amount of buttons on it for what it does, and after I figured out that ReWASD was messing with the drivers for this headset and fixing that I've had a relatively painless experience using it. The settings in the HyperX Ingenuity app are pretty barebones, but that's not a big deal. It's pretty plug-and-play with Bluetooth, as well - you don't need the Ingenuity app to use it with your phone (and in fact the app straight up won't detect the headset if you try). I really like the removable faceplates on the ear cups - there's a lot of potential for customization there. I haven't had any issues with the microphone not picking up my voice or struggling to find the correct angle for it. It sounds good when connected to my phone, and as long as I don't use something like Dolby Atmos on top of the built-in equalizer it sounds good on my computer as well. I haven't had any issues connecting it to my PS5 either. It's comfortable to wear and hasn't really caused any issues with hurting my head or ears. Overall, I like this headset and I'd definitely recommend it for someone who wants a flexible but mostly plug-and-play gaming headset.

The HyperX - Cloud Flight 2 Wireless Gaming Headset is a solid choice for a gaming and general-use headset. It is intended to be used with PC, PS5, PS4, Nintendo Switch, Mac, Mobile, and Bluetooth. The RF dongle is USB-C, but comes with a USB-A adapter. The headphones also charge via USB-C (with included cable). The unit includes bluetooth and can by synced to a great variety of sources via that option. Everything worked immediately as expected using both bluetooth and RF connections. There is a sliding switch on the right headphone enabling you to switch between either mode. The first time you choose the bluetooth option it comes up ready to pair. After that, you need to press and hold both the power and multifunction buttons to enter pairing mode. Personally, I wish there were a dedicated button for bluetooth pairing (a minor issue). The HyperX - Cloud Flight 2 includes RGB lights on the outside of the headphones which can be customized as desired. They include covers with a stylized HX showing the color beneath - or you can easily remove the covers to reveal a large RGB light in whatever color you choose. Thankfully, since I’m not one who thinks of my headphones as a fashion statement, you can simply switch the lights off (which will also increase battery life). So what do I think so far? The sound is great and the spatial placing of audio while gaming is excellent. The comfort factor grew on me. The HyperX has a slight slant to the phones in relation to the headband (which is made of rigid steel). This took a little time to get used to, but afterwards was unnoticeable. They are slightly heavier than other similar headsets I’ve used, probably due to the steel in the headband and the lights on the phones. Though the steel gives a feeling of strength, I’d probably trade that for durable plastic if given the choice. As with any full-function headphones, it takes awhile to get used to where the buttons and controls are so that you can use them without taking the headset off. That’s normal. I also like the multi functionality of these phones so I can use them for entertainment and listening - as well as for gaming. The HyperX comes with both an attachable mic for gaming and a built-in mic as well (phone calls?). You can easily switch between RF and Bluetooth modes. Nice. The HyperX - Cloud Flight 2 Wireless Gaming Headset is a solid choice for both gaming and entertainment.