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Specifications
- Driver: Dynamic, 40mm with neodymium magnets
- Form Factor: Over ear, circumaural, closed back
- Compatibility: Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One
- Frequency Response: 10 Hz – 25 kHz
- Impedance: 32.5 Ω
- Sensitivity: -40.5 dBV (1 V/Pa at 1 kHz)
- T.H.D: ≤ 2%
- Frame Type: Plastic
- Ear Cushions: Soft foam & fabric
- Microphone Element: Electret condenser microphone
- Microphone Polar Pattern: Bi-directional, noise-cancelling
- Microphone Sensitivity: -40.5 dBV (1 V/Pa at 1 kHz)
- Audio Controls: Onboard audio controls
- Weight: 0.60lb
- Cable Length and type: 4.26ft, headset cable (1.3mm)
Description
The HyperX CloudX Stinger 2 Core™ is the essential entry-level headset for the Xbox[1] gamer looking for great sound at an affordable price. This Official Xbox licensed headset delivers the basic features Xbox gamers want, great sound quality, comfort, and convenience.
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Taking a step back to look at reviewers' thoughts of the brand's entire lineup—not just this product—what stands out most is the following:
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HyperX Cloud Stinger Core Wireless 7.1
- Positioning: Entry-level wireless gaming headset designed for budget-conscious gamers seeking basic wireless functionality.
- Description: Features lightweight construction at just 275g and virtual 7.1 surround sound through HyperX NGENUITY software, making it the most affordable wireless option in the lineup. Compared to other models, it lacks the premium dual-chamber drivers found in the Alpha series and offers shorter battery life than the Cloud III S Wireless or Alpha 2 Wireless models.
HyperX Cloud II
- Positioning: Classic wired gaming headset that established the Cloud series reputation for comfort and reliability.
- Description: Uses traditional 53mm drivers with HyperX's signature memory foam and leatherette construction, plus includes a USB sound card for virtual 7.1 surround sound. Unlike the newer wireless models, it requires a wired connection but offers zero latency and doesn't need battery management.
HyperX Cloud Mix 2
- Positioning: Hybrid lifestyle and gaming headset designed for users who want both gaming performance and everyday portability.
- Description: Combines active noise cancellation technology with Bluetooth 5.3 LE Audio support, making it unique among HyperX's gaming-focused lineup. While it offers multi-day battery life and transparency mode for everyday use, it lacks the specialized dual-chamber drivers of the Alpha series and the extended 120+ hour battery life of the Cloud III S Wireless.
HyperX Cloud III S Wireless
- Positioning: Mid-range wireless gaming headset offering exceptional battery life and versatile connectivity options.
- Description: Delivers up to 120 hours of battery life with angled 53mm drivers tuned specifically by HyperX, plus supports 2.4GHz wireless, Bluetooth, and Instant Pair connectivity. Compared to the Alpha 2 Wireless, it lacks the advanced dual-chamber driver technology and RGB base station, but offers significantly longer battery life and costs less than the flagship Alpha 2 model.
HyperX Cloud Alpha 2 Wireless
- Positioning: Flagship wireless gaming headset representing the pinnacle of HyperX's audio technology and features.
- Description: Features multi-layer 53mm dual-chamber drivers that separate bass frequencies from mids and highs for cleaner sound reproduction, plus includes the first reprogrammable RGB base station on a wireless gaming headset. Offers up to 250 hours of battery life and simultaneous 2.4GHz and Bluetooth connectivity, though it costs significantly more than other models.
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Founding Year
2002
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HyperX is a gaming-focused hifi audio brand best known for headphones that incorporate unique technical features like dual-chamber driver architecture, which physically separates bass from mids and highs to reduce distortion, and exceptional battery life claims of around 300 hours on wireless models. The brand also produces gaming microphones with studio-style features such as anti-vibration shock mounts and hires 24-bit/96kHz USB recording capabilities typically found in higher-end equipment.
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