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.
Users
(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
Clear and crisp sound, Decent bass, Gaming consoles support, Very comfortable, Detachable cable & mic, Interchangeable cable/mic connectors, Velour and leather earpad sets included, High quality braided cable, Buildin DPS USB soundcard
7.1 virtual surround
Let's wrap things up with a rundown of the pros and cons of this headset. Once again, I do not have equipment to analyze the frequency response or any way to prove it either way. This review is based my personal audio experience and use as a whole. Practi...
Published: 2015-02-01, Author: James , review by: impulsegamer.com
The HyperX Cloud II Headset definitely gives the user some bang for their money which not only produces exceptional audio quality plus the inclusion of 7.1 surround sound but it is extremely comfortable to wear, especially after long gaming sessions. The...
Abstract: Wired or wireless? How much should you pay? Which is best?The next great peripherals war is being waged over your ears. After every company on the planet put out a gaming mouse and then a mechanical keyboard, now it's time for headsets. So many headsets.W...
Abstract: During the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2022, HyperX, HP's gaming peripherals sub-brand, unveiled its new product selection. Three headsets, an Android game controller, a mouse, and a keyboard are part of the portfolio.The HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless G...
Abstract: You need a good headset (or gaming headphones, if you prefer) for online gaming. Without one, you won't have a reliable way to trash talk the competition or coordinate strategies with your team or guild. Surprisingly, gaming headsets are pretty good tools...
Great fit, Decent surround sound, Good value for money
Cable could have been detachable
The Kingston HyperX Cloud II is definitely a better product than its predecessor, and virtual surround sound, even if it isn't very accurate, is a good addition. The headset is priced at Rs. 9,999. It's slightly more expensive than the original was, but t...
Abstract: Hyper X as a brand has always been known to push its products to their extremes. Hyper X Cloud was regarded as one of the best gaming headsets of its time. It was known for its amazing sound quality and the immersive gaming experience. Hyper X had a champ...
Should you buy the HyperX Cloud II instead of the Cloud? I don't know, to be honest. This is a pretty marginal improvement over last year--and at a slightly higher price. They're both fantastic budget headsets though, so it's really down to personal prefe...
The HyperX Cloud II headset isn't a massive update to the incredible original, but it still brings a notable array of improvements to the table. The addition of 7.1 surround sound, stronger sound isolation, and tweaks to the chat experience improved my ga...
