The HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 are the next generation of the HyperX Cloud Stinger. These affordable gaming headphones have a sleeker design than their bulky predecessor and have a flexible boom mic for better positioning closer to your mouth. They're wired-only, with a 1/8" TRRS cable with audio and mic support for any console with an AUX port. These are a decent option for anyone looking for budget gaming headphones.
Our Verdict
The HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 aren't designed for neutral sound. They have an excited, V-shaped sound profile that's more suitable for gaming due to their boomy bass. While sibilants like cymbals are bright and present in mixes, dialogue and instruments are a bit veiled and lacking detail. Depending on factors like your head shape and if you wear glasses, these over-ears also struggle to deliver consistent audio reproduction each time you use them.
- Flexible boom mic with great recording quality.
- Inconsistent bass and treble delivery that varies between users. Sensitive to glasses.
The HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 aren't intended for commuting and travel. While they're lightweight and comfortable, the boom mic can't be detached, meaning they're bulky to travel with. They also do a poor job blocking out background noise, so your music can be drowned out by chatter on a crowded subway car or the rumble of bus and plane engines. They don't come with a carrying case either, and they could get damaged while moving around in your bag.
- Comfortable and well-built.
- Can fall off your head while you're moving.
- Poor noise isolation.
The HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 aren't designed for sports and fitness. They're gaming headphones with a non-detachable boom mic, and they can easily fall off during a workout, especially if the connection cable gets snagged or stuck on something.
- Comfortable and well-built.
- Can fall off your head while you're moving.
- Poor noise isolation.
The HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 are mediocre for office use. They're gaming headphones, so if you're okay with their design, they're a passable choice. The built-in AUX cable means you won't have to worry about batteries dying during a shift, and they're comfortable enough to wear all day. However, they don't block out much background noise, meaning you'll still hear a good amount of ambient chatter. People may also hear your audio if you crank these headphones to max volume.
- Comfortable and well-built.
- Inconsistent bass and treble delivery that varies between users. Sensitive to glasses.
The HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 are wired headphones, and you can't use them wirelessly.
The HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 are decent for wired gaming. These comfortable over-ears have full audio and mic compatibility with consoles that have an AUX port. They also have an excited sound profile. The extra bass helps emphasize sound effects like footsteps while the bump in treble keeps sibilants like cymbals present. The mic is flexible and poseable, and its recording quality is great, so your voice sounds clear. The mic does a decent job of separating your voice from moderate background noise. However, they lack sound customization features like an EQ.
- Flexible boom mic with great recording quality.
- Comfortable and well-built.
- Inconsistent bass and treble delivery that varies between users. Sensitive to glasses.
- Poor noise isolation.
The HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 are mediocre for phone calls. They're comfortable enough for a long call, and the boom mic's recording quality is great. The mic also does a decent job of separating your voice from background noise when you're speaking, so you sound clear and understandable on the other end of the line. Unfortunately, the headphones do a poor job of isolating you from outside ambient noise, meaning you may struggle to hear the call in a busy environment.
- Flexible boom mic with great recording quality.
- Poor noise isolation.
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Differences Between Sizes And Variants
The HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 are the next generation of the HyperX Cloud Stinger, offering a slimmer build and a more flexible built-in microphone. They only come in one color: 'Black' and you can see our model's label here. There's another related model to these headphones called the HyperX Cloud Stinger S, which come with a USB dongle and support 7.1 surround sound.
If you come across another variant of these headphones, please let us know in the discussions, and we'll update our review.
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The HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 are the next generation of the HyperX Cloud Stinger budget wired gaming headphones. They're lightweight and comfortable enough to wear for long gaming sessions. They also have a great mic that performs better than some other budget-friendly wired models from this manufacturer, like the HyperX Cloud Stinger S. While the Cloud Stinger 2 are less bulky than their predecessor, they suffer from the same cheap build quality, and don't feel as well-built as other headphones in the Hyper X Cloud lineup either, like the HyperX Cloud Alpha and the HyperX Cloud 2/Cloud II.
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The HyperX Cloud Alpha are slightly better gaming headphones than the HyperX Cloud Stinger 2. The Cloud Stinger 2's mic has slightly better recording quality, but the Cloud Alpha's mic do a significantly better job isolating your voice from the background. The Cloud Alpha also have a much better build quality, with a premium feel that makes them more comfortable to wear for longer. They also have a more neutral sound profile than the Cloud Stinger 2, which some users may prefer.
The HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 and the HyperX Cloud Stinger are very similarly performing gaming headphones, but the original Cloud Stinger are slightly better. Both headphones have great mics, but the original Cloud Stinger has better overall mic performance. The original Cloud Stinger also have a more balanced sound profile, with more low-bass for rumbly sound effects. However, the Cloud Stinger 2 are less bulky and have more accurate controls.
The HyperX Cloud 2/Cloud II are slightly better gaming headphones than the HyperX Cloud Stinger 2. The Cloud 2 are better built, feel more premium, and have an in-line remote cable that lets you independently control the mic and headphone volume. The Cloud Stinger 2 only feature a volume control wheel. The Cloud 2 also have a better mic with better noise handling, so teammates will hear you more clearly.
The HyperX Cloud Flight are better headphones than the HyperX Cloud Stinger 2. The Cloud Flight are more versatile since they're wireless. The mic also has better noise handling than the Cloud Stinger 2's mic, ensuring more separation between your voice and background noise during a call or match. However, if you're looking for a wired connection, the Cloud Stinger 2 are still a solid choice.
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