HyperX
HyperX Cloud II Core Wireless
A solid mid-range pick in the gaming headsets line-up, with 80 hours up front.
63/100
80 hours
£105best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- Wireless
- Surround sound
- 2.4 GHz wireless
- Above-average driver size
- No active noise cancelling
- No detachable mic
Score profile
Scored against the gaming headsets classWhere the HyperX Cloud II Core Wireless wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Design and build
Weight282 g
WirelessYes
Sound
Driver size53 mm
Surround soundYes
Battery and power
Battery life80 hours
Connectivity
2.4 GHz wirelessYes
More specs
TypeClosed-Back
ConnectionWireless
MicrophoneDetachable
Noise cancellingNo
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowHyperX Cloud II Core Wireless vs SteelSeries SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite
HyperX Cloud II Core WirelessSteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite
| HyperXHyperX Cloud II Core WirelessThis page | SteelSeriesSteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 63 /100 | 63 /100 |
| Battery hours | 80 hoursBetter | 30 hours |
| Weight | 282 gBetter | 505 g |
| Driver | 53 mmBetter | 40 mm |
| Wireless 2 4ghz | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.3 |
| Surround | Yes | Yes |
Who it's for
Is the HyperX Cloud II Core Wireless right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable gaming headset for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need active noise cancelling, in which case a higher-tier gaming headset is the better call.
Critical listener
Cares about detail, tuning and codec support.
good
Everyday listener
Music, calls and commuting, wants a safe all-rounder.
good
Value seeker
Wants the most sound for the least outlay.
excellent
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the HyperX Cloud II Core Wireless worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 63/100 against other gaming headsets, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 55.
What stands out on the HyperX Cloud II Core Wireless?
Its wireless stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the G935?
The G935 scores 64/100 versus this one at 63/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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