HyperX
Cloud Stinger 2
A solid mid-range pick in the gaming headsets line-up, with Gaming Headsets up front.
55/100
Gaming Headsets
£49.99best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- Above-average driver size
- Scores 55/100
- No wireless
- No surround sound
Score profile
Scored against the gaming headsets classWhere the Cloud Stinger 2 wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Design and build
Weight275 g
Sound
Driver size50 mm
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowCloud Stinger 2 vs SteelSeries SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
Cloud Stinger 2SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X
| HyperXCloud Stinger 2This page | SteelSeriesSteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 55 /100 | 56 /100Better |
| Weight | 275 gBetter | 324 g |
| Driver | 50 mm | — |
| Surround | — | Yes |
Who it's for
Is the Cloud Stinger 2 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 wireless, in which case a higher-tier gaming headset is the better call.
Critical listener
Cares about detail, tuning and codec support.
okay
Everyday listener
Music, calls and commuting, wants a safe all-rounder.
good
Value seeker
Wants the most sound for the least outlay.
okay
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Cloud Stinger 2 worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 55/100 against other gaming headsets, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 55.
What stands out on the Cloud Stinger 2?
Its driver size stands out, and more is better here, so a higher figure is the stronger pick.
How does it compare to the Cloud Orbit S?
The Cloud Orbit S scores 56/100 versus this one at 55/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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