Testseek.co.uk have collected 226 expert reviews of the Kingston HyperX Cloud 2 and the average rating is 86%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Kingston HyperX Cloud 2.
February 2015
(86%)
226 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
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(93%)
3277 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
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The editors liked
53mm drivers
Excellent sound balance
Very comfortable
Quality construction
Attractive design available in gunmetal/red or limited edition white/pink
Included USB Soundcard w/ v7.1 rendering
Removable microphone
Choice of leather or velour earpads
Excellent build quality
Very comfortable fit
Detachable microphone
Separate game/chat volume control
Multi-format support
Braided cables
Competitive price
Lightweight and comfortable
Gorgeous design
Nice mid and high range sound profile
Stealthy new colour scheme is gorgeous
Sound quality is still great
But with the added bonus of not needing dedicated sound hardware
The build quality is solid and aluminium touches ooze quality
Ear pads are comfy and the clamp pressure is bang on
T
Great sound quality
Luxurious finish
Thoughtful extras
Aesthetically pleasing design
Great allaround sound
Extra earcups
Airplane adapter
Compatible with PC
MAC
PS4 and Xbox
Gaming audio is fantastic. Although imperfect
7.1 setting adds new dimension to gameplay
Metal frame means no creaking
Making it great for Oculus Rift gaming
Great for music too
Plenty of volume
Microphone clarity is excellent
Supremely comfortable
The editors didn't like
None
“This is a fantastic gaming headset and if you’re involved in
ESports
Or just a keen gamer at home
You’ll love what the Cloud II has to offer. You’ll struggle to find anything better
Or with a comparable feature
Set
For the same kind of mone
7.1 surround sound struggles to come through
Muddy low ranges
The headband needs more padding
The volume switches on the in-line remote are naff
Headphone cord doesn't detach
Flimsy carry case
Nothing at the time of review
Virtual surround sound is not as good as the real deal
Published: 2015-02-25, Author: Steven , review by: techspot.com
Abstract: Although we typically focus on the graphics in blockbusters such as Crysis 3 and Battlefield 4, audio is a big part of the experience as well. This is particularly true for games such as Alien: Isolation where graphics may set the scene, but it's the unse...
I had a ear-opening experience with the Kingston HyperX Cloud II Pro Gaming Headset over the past month. Although it took a week for the memory foam ear cushions and leather padded headband to feel comfortable while playing games or listening to music, I'...
I've said often in headset reviews that I'm a stereo snob. For music there's no other mode of sound delivery that I'd want, and even for games and movies at home I still like stereo over surround sound headsets, whether the effect is simulated or delive...
Excellent comfort ability, Virtual 7.1 Surround Sound, USB Sound Card, Variety of Colors Available
Long cables
HyperX Cloud II Headset offerrs a great value for the money especially with the latest updates HyperX added to the Cloud II headset, additionally with the abundance of accessories included it's a hard deal to pass up at $99.99 MSRP....
Abstract: There are few companies that get PC hardware right the first time, but one seems to shine above the masses is Kingston. So when they launch a new product, we like to be one of the first in the know. Kingston, through its HyperX division, has just launched...
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Published: 2015-02-09, Author: Will , review by: pcmag.com
Attractive, understated design. Solid build quality. Works with PCs and mobile devices as well as most modern game systems.
Virtual 7.1-channel surround isn't effective. Besides the USB sound card, cable isn't detachable
The Kingston HyperX Cloud II is a gaming headset that doubles as an unassuming pair of good-sounding, over-ear headphones....
I, for one, am glad to see gaming headsets continue to improve in audio side of things. Not only that but expand to smartphones or tablets for everyday usage outside your gaming console. Keep in mind, Xbox One users will have to fork out another $25 for...
Abstract: A little less than a year ago, I had the pleasure of reviewing the Kingston HyperX Cloud gaming headset. I wrote that "For the price, the HyperX Cloud is giving you more bang for your buck than a lot of the higher priced headsets out there." I was just re...
Published: 2015-02-05, Author: Steven , review by: legitreviews.com
Kingston exploded into the gaming headphone market with the HyperX Cloud. The HyperX Cloud II keeps the styling of the original HyperX Cloud headset, with a few technological updates. The audio has been updated from Stereo to virtual 7.1 Surround Sound. T...
Published: 2015-02-04, Author: Steve , review by: gamersnexus.net
The HyperX Cloud II gaming headset is a frontrunner in portability for gaming audio, and can be confidently transported with the included padded bag. The sound insulation afforded by leatherette earcups makes for excellent avoidance of the outside world...
