HyperX - CloudX (Wired)

I have been using HyperX CloudX headset for the past 3 years and it's still working fine

Yes. I can vouch for this one. Best bang for buck. 

Man you're making it hard to not buy these right now... I just recently bought some Hyper Cloud X's and they are, well, not bad. But I like that I can remove the mic. These ones looks like the mic is not removable.

HyperX is amazing, I have HyperX cloud Xs, and can hear footsteps so ridiculously well and have preaimed exactly where someone is pushing me from many many times.

I play with Hyper X for Xbox. They are like $60 now, totally worth it. They are simple plug and play and I have no issue hearing footsteps or approaching vehicles, long before most of my team, most of the time.

ive had a pair of cloudx for years, beat them the fuck up too and never had any problems. only replaced them because they ended up lost to time. from my experience you really dont need some crazy headset just for gaming unless youre an audio freak

Yeah I use these too, best quality product for the price in my opinion. I’ve had them for a few years and they still work fine. You can use them for music also because the mic is detachable.

I had an Xbox headset ONCE it broke in a month. I use a brand called HyperX they make headsets for Xbox specifically too and It's amazing and has a reasonable price too

For starters, I don't feel any difference between the Kingstons and HP versions of the Cloud II. The only real difference is the build quality. The build quality seemed a little more resistant during the Kingston era, but there's a downside no one talks about when they criticize the HP versions. The old Kingston's rubber material that covered the headset would get ugly and sticky very fast. I do prefer the current plastic, if you're careful with them they won't get as bad. They are great, their sound is heavy and loaded and the microphone is one of the best I've used. Even when I talk quietly at night everyone can clearly understand every word I say. Now, should you buy these for your PS5? Maybe. Why? Because the HyperX Cloud X exists. Now, I've never tried the Cloud X, they were made for the Xbox. And yes, they made a [PlayStation Version](https://row.hyperx.com/pt/products/hyperx-cloud-playstation?variant=40838001131725) but they are hard to find and didn't make it because the X for some reason work better on the PlayStation. If you can return the item: Pick the Cloud X first. If you can't return the item: Pick the Cloud II I don't regret the Cloud II, they're the best headset for the price range and it beats many headsets twice it's price but I would definitely try the Cloud X first. Fun fact, the Cloud II and Cloud X are the same headset. Exactly the same. The only difference is the Impedance that was lowered so the sound output (via 3.5mm jack in the controler) sounds louder than usual because it has less resistance.

True mine fkn broke in only 7 months of using it

Senn 6XX and 58X, Sony XM4, HyperX Clouds, AKG earbuds... IVE TRIED IT ALL, BABY

I’ve used a set of hyperx clouds that were like £30 for the last 4 years… can’t fault them.. I recently just got some “kz Zsn pro” iem’s from Ali express for £3 and can’t fault them either… Some headphones do sound clearer but for me personally as long as there’s some form of soundstage you’re ears will adapt and learn player locations anyway… so yeah expensive headphones can be better .. but if your not listening out for what you need to hear it won’t make a difference … just make sure the headphones are comfortable and have a good seal

I recently got some kz zsn pro iem’s for £3 and it feels so much better not having a headset digging into my skull. Music is 10 times better compared to my hyperx clouds I had.. I will say gaming took a little getting used to, just because the difference in sound stage.. but overall I’d deffo say iem’s are the way to go especially with the price difference

if you want wired headphones with a mic, a detachable cable and a detachable soundcard, then logitech g pro x are a great replacement for the old hyperx clouds. speaking from experience.

The only solution I've found that works out is getting a headphone that has a 3.5mm removable jack and using the V-moda boom mic. But you might struggle to find a headphone that you like that is compatible. OR Get whatever headphone you like and get a wireless mic you can attach like the ModMic from Antlion Audio. It's easier to manage because the headphone and mic are independent devices, but this requires potentially two cables (get a cable sleeve or something ideally) or getting a wireless mic which comes with battery life (though it should still work when wired for recharge). HyperX Cloud is still probably your easiest bet, meh bass and all. But there are options.

Personally, I stopped using "gaming headsets" a while ago. Over the years, I've tried various ones (Razer BlackShark V2, HyperX Cloud (can't remember the exact model), SteelSeries Arctis 7) and concluded that they all have terrible sound quality and are uncomfortable to wear for long periods of time. Pretty much the only time I used them was when I needed the mic for voice communication. Outside of that, I've been using an AKG K7xx and Sennheiser HD6xx, both from Massdrop, with an external USB DAC and amplifier - in my case, an O2+ODAC and an SDAC - also both from Massdrop. Both of these work fine both in Linux and Windows. A year ago or so, I got a desk microphone (Elgato Wave:3) for voice communications so I wouldn't have to use the horrible gaming headsets at all anymore. Currently using the Elgato Wave:3 as well as a Fifine AM8 (in two different locations), and both work fine with Linux as well. If I was to personally recommend something, it would be to get a decent headphone, such as Sennheiser HD6xx (or HD650, which is almost the same but probably easier to get if Massdrop isn't currently selling HD6xx) and DAC+amplifier, and a desk microphone for voice communication if needed. It'll be a bit more expensive than a gaming headset, and not wireless, but the difference in comfort and audio quality is massive.

Had the clouds at work, they were okay. saw the astros but I didn't care much to try them.also had the logi G733 and they are ASS. So I haven't had enough exposure with the ones you mentioned to come up with a pertinent "review" or opinions, but I can confidently say the SteelSeries Arctis 7+ are BANGIN! <3

Don't get a "Gaming" headset. Get a studio headset, and a table microphone. Consider something from Beyerdynamics or AKG if you really care about sound. (those are just my picks, you could get something from any solid audio brand, like Sennheiser) If you really want something with a microphone, i think Beyerdynamics recently launched a gaming-oriented headset line, with built-in microphones. If you're not looking to break the bank, the HyperX clouds are and always will be a top pick. Solid sound, amazing comfort, and very durable.

I've considered those, because I want wireless. Will it be a worthwhile upgrade to my HyperX Cloud that I've had for 10 years? And how does the point about making any audio source wireless work? I play a lot on my PS2 and 1st gen Xbox still.

Well... I got a HyperX cloud (dont know what series) about 4 years ago. It wasn't expensive. Well under €100. To be honest: I really couldn't care less about the brand. I use this headset for digital work meetings and gaming + discord calls. When I got it I lived in an appartment with a lot of sound if my window was open. My laptop mic would pick it up. My Desktop has no mic. This headset has microphone and its is a loooot better than my laptops mic. I still have it today. It still works just as well. There's nothing crappy about it. Funnily enough my Sennheisers that I use for commute and office visits already needed some part replacements. At my home office I also have a studio headset, monitors and an external audio interface. But tbh the comfort, completeness and the easy of use from my HyperX can't be beat by those. When I want to succumb to music I have my HiFi set downstairs.

So for context, i have the same headphones. I've replaced both the Ear Cushions and the Top Leather and they're basically brand new. I've had mine for the similar amount of time and have to say they're the best headset i've ever had. The battery is dying a little now so who knows what i'm gonna buy next!

I had a HyperX CloudS for 4 years, then I switched to the HyperX Cloud Alpha and it is a dream. 300 hour battery life means I can charge it once a month after using it for work and gaming every day.

I had about 3 of them. They are good when they work but eventually they stop working. Mine only lasted a year almost to the dot on all 3.

I completely agree the sound was great never stopped working but my problems was always the mic. It would stop working that and Xbox controller aux ports suck ass!

Hyper x cloud

Just bought my son his 2nd pair and I have one too. Probably tried 10 others over the years and never been as happy as hyper x

How is the Hyper X cloud so low on the list? I own one and everyone who I know that games on PC has one of the cloud headset models.

Hyper X Cloud. it will last longer than you

Maybe I am a bit late on this topic but from what I have heard, the HyperX Cloud series and Logitech Pros are quite good. Or am I wrong and those are not worth mentioning (I am really on the search for new headphones cause the padding on my Hyperx cloud mix are dying)

I recently upgraded from my Hyper X Cloud headset with built-in mic to an Audio Technica ATH-M20X and a basic desktop condenser mic combo. I'll never go back to any "gaming" headset again. It just doesn't compare for the level of FPS gaming I do.