Testseek.com 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
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Users
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3272 Reviews
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The editors liked
Excellent comfort ability
Virtual 7.1 Surround Sound
USB Sound Card
Variety of Colors Available
High quality design and materials
Fantastic audio quality
Very comfortable on the head
High quality sound
Comfortable to wear
Detachable microphone
Price
Compatible with PC
Mac
PS4
Xbox One and mobile devices
The looks are extraordinary for a headset. The HyperX look and the contrasting colors give these headset an ultra-modern look without looking aggressive
Good sound for their size and price
Confort. The HyperX Cloud is extraordinarily comfortable for a
Best-in-class comfort
Stylish
Lightweight design
Includes both pleather and plush ear covers
Solid sound
Reasonable price
Wide compatibility
Attractive
Understated design. Solid build quality. Works with PCs and mobile devices as well as most modern game systems.
The best sounding sub $100 headset to date
Sturdy construction
Handled everything I tossed at it
Both gaming and movies like a champ
Light and comfortable
Rich
Clear sound
Convenient audio control box with 7.1 surround sound toggle
Comfortable in long sessions
Works on PC and PS4
Superb design
High Quality
Durable
Dolby 2.0 reproduction excellent
Good virtual Dolby 7.1 in gaming and movies
Easy to use and understand volume and Dolby 7.1 controls
Detachable adjustable Boom Microphone
Plug and Play
Dolby 2.0 reproduc
7.1 Channel Surround
MultiDevice Support
Braided Cable
Detachable Microphone
Includes airplane adapter
53mm drivers
USB interface for PC
Built with quality materials
Great sound and 7.1 virtual surround sound
Removable microphone
Comes with carrying case
Can be used in stereo or USB mode
2 different sets of earcups included
Incredibly comfortable
Great value
Solid sound quality
Great build
Very comfortable
Great audio quality
The editors didn't like
Long cables
None!
7.1 surround sound only works on PC
Separate adapter needed when used with Xbox One
The headset does not travel well as it doesn't fold flat – they are not comfortable to walk around with hanging on your neck
Ultimately
A better driver needs to be used for improved audio. Positioning is weak with the original Cloud that may be helped
Lackluster bass
No software for customizing sound
Imperfect fit
Hard-to-reach button
No hardware volume controls
Virtual 7.1-channel surround isn't effective. Besides the USB sound card
Cable isn't detachable
That darned lid for the microphone is easily lost
Not able to use mute or volume controls when in use on the PlayStation 4 or Xbox One
7.1 virtual surround sound
While it works may not be enjoyed by everyone
Wired only
Not portable
Surround sound can make music sound worse
Only certain devices can use surround sound
Not the greatest chat audio
Still a wired device
Pressure gradient
Need to include an adapter that allows 3.5mm plug usage on a PC
7.1 Channel Surround doesn't have much depth
Software for controlling and fine tuning the USB DSP would have been preferred
USB interface for PC. Yes this was listed in the pros as well
No control software for the sound card
Need an adapter if you want to use it in stereo mode with a PC and be able to use the microphone
Abstract: For years, Kingston's gamer-centric HyperX brand has been at the front of gaming memory solutions: Solid State Drives, Memory modules, and even USB Sticks. Lately, they've decided to branch out in the world of gaming audio headsets. Breaking into what I c...
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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...
Built with quality materials, Great sound and 7.1 virtual surround sound, Removable microphone, Comes with carrying case, Can be used in stereo or USB mode, 2 different sets of earcups included
No control software for the sound card, Need an adapter if you want to use it in stereo mode with a PC and be able to use the microphone
Being comfortable is important, but how does the headset sound? The big change to this headset was the addition of the USB sound card and 7.1 virtual surround sound. You can definitely tell the difference from using the headset in stereo mode to 7.1 mode....
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...
