Our Verdict
The HyperX Cloud Flight S are good for neutral sound. Their sound profile is fairly accurate and balanced, though their treble frequencies may be a bit piercing and harsh. Unfortunately, they don't have access to any EQ settings within the companion software, which is a shame. Their frequency response also isn't the most consistent, and people who wear glasses may notice inaccurate bass response.
- Outstanding battery life.
- Very good microphone.
- Several reprogrammable buttons.
- Qi-enabled wireless charging.
- No EQ settings even with companion software.
- Lack of Bluetooth or wired connection limits them to PS4/PC use.
- Disappointing noise isolation.
The HyperX Cloud Flight S are inadequate for commuting or travel. Since they don't support a wired connection or Bluetooth, you won't be able to use them with a phone or tablet. They also don't isolate background noise very well and leak a fair amount of audio.
- Outstanding battery life.
- Very good microphone.
- Several reprogrammable buttons.
- Qi-enabled wireless charging.
- No EQ settings even with companion software.
- Lack of Bluetooth or wired connection limits them to PS4/PC use.
- Disappointing noise isolation.
The HyperX Cloud Flight S aren't a good choice for sports. Due to only working with their proprietary USB receiver, you won't be able to use them paired to your phone at the gym. They also aren't very stable, though they may be alright for using paired to your computer at home for basic workouts.
- Outstanding battery life.
- Very good microphone.
- Several reprogrammable buttons.
- Qi-enabled wireless charging.
- No EQ settings even with companion software.
- Lack of Bluetooth or wired connection limits them to PS4/PC use.
- Disappointing noise isolation.
The HyperX Cloud Flight S are fair headphones for use at the office. They don't block out very much background noise, so they won't do much to help keep you concentrated. They also leak a fair amount of audio, so if you turn them up loud to block background noise, you may bother people working around you. On the upside, they're comfortable and their battery will last almost an entire workweek.
- Outstanding battery life.
- Very good microphone.
- Several reprogrammable buttons.
- Qi-enabled wireless charging.
- No EQ settings even with companion software.
- Lack of Bluetooth or wired connection limits them to PS4/PC use.
- Disappointing noise isolation.
The HyperX Cloud Flight S are quite good wireless gaming headphones. They're comfortable, have very low non-Bluetooth latency, and have outstanding battery life. There are four mappable buttons on the left ear cup that can be programmed to do a wide range of functions, from media controls to launching programs if used on a PC. Their microphone is very good, and your voice will sound full-bodied and clear. While their sound profile is decently balanced, unfortunately, their software doesn't support any EQ adjustments.
- Outstanding battery life.
- Very good microphone.
- Several reprogrammable buttons.
- Qi-enabled wireless charging.
- No EQ settings even with companion software.
- Lack of Bluetooth or wired connection limits them to PS4/PC use.
- Disappointing noise isolation.
The HyperX Cloud Flight S are wireless-only headphones that can't be used wired.
While the HyperX Cloud Flight S are good headphones for phone calls, they don't support a wired connection or Bluetooth so you can't connect them to a phone. However, if you use your computer for making calls, they work well thanks to their very good microphone that should make your voice sound full-bodied and easy to understand, even in fairly noisy environments.
- Outstanding battery life.
- Very good microphone.
- Several reprogrammable buttons.
- Qi-enabled wireless charging.
- No EQ settings even with companion software.
- Lack of Bluetooth or wired connection limits them to PS4/PC use.
- Disappointing noise isolation.
Changelog
- Updated Nov 01, 2021: Converted to Test Bench 1.5.
- Updated Mar 10, 2020: Review published.
- Updated Mar 04, 2020: Early access published.
- Updated Mar 04, 2020: Our testers have started testing this product.
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The HyperX Cloud Flight S are the upgraded version of the HyperX Cloud Flight and are more comfortable and premium-feeling. Unfortunately, they lack Bluetooth or wired connection options, so they won't work as your daily headphones as well, though they offer excellent microphone performance and good overall value. They also support wireless charging with any Qi-enabled charger, which is convenient. See our recommendations for the best gaming headsets for PC, the best PS4 headsets, and the best wireless gaming headsets.
The HyperX Cloud Flight S are a minor upgrade to the HyperX Cloud Flight. The Flight S are more comfortable, feel slightly more premium, and have four programmable buttons on the left ear cup. They also have lower non-Bluetooth latency. On the other hand, the original Cloud Flight have better noise separation with the microphone and can be used passively with a wired connection.
The HyperX Cloud 2/Cloud II and the HyperX Cloud Flight S are both decent gaming headphones but the Cloud 2 are wired-only, while the Flight S can only be used wirelessly. The Cloud 2 are more comfortable and look and feel a bit more durable. They're also better for people with multiple consoles, as their wired connection means you can easily plug them into the controller of either a PS4 or Xbox One. On the other hand, the Flight S only work with PC/PS4 but have companion software, though it doesn't add much. They also support wireless charging, which may be handy to some people.
The HyperX Cloud Alpha and the HyperX Cloud Flight S are similarly performing gaming headphones. The Cloud Alpha are wired, while the Flight S are wireless and cannot be used wired. The Alpha are a bit more comfortable, feel much better built, and have a more natural and accurate sound profile. On the other hand, the Flight S have wireless charging and software for customization options.
The HyperX Cloud Flight S and the Logitech G PRO X WIRELESS LIGHTSPEED Gaming Headset are very similar gaming headphones, so depending on your listening habits, you may prefer one over the other. The HyperX have a longer battery life and a better noise isolation performance, and some listeners may prefer their more neutral, less bass-heavy sound profile. However, the Logitech are more comfortable, and they also leak less noise. The Logitech have more customization options, too, thanks to their graphic EQ and presets available in their companion software.
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