HyperX Cloud II Review
The Quick Verdict The Cloud II is the Toyota Corolla of gaming headsets — not exciting, but absolute...
Headphones Under ₹10,000
HyperX Cloud II
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4.5/5
Type: Over-Ear Gaming Headset
Driver Size: 53mm Driver
Battery Life: N/A (Wired)
Bluetooth: No
Active Noise Cancel: No
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Headphone Specifications
Headphones Under ₹10,000Type
Over-Ear Gaming Headset
Driver Size
53mm Driver
Battery Life
N/A (Wired)
Bluetooth
No
Active Noise Cancel
No
Weight
320g
Foldable
No
Impedance
53Ω
Frequency Response
10Hz - 23kHz
Connectivity
Wireless
Best For
Everyday
Our Review
The Quick Verdict
The Cloud II is the Toyota Corolla of gaming headsets — not exciting, but absolutely bulletproof. The 53mm drivers deliver accurate positional audio that's made it a competitive FPS staple for nearly a decade.
Who Should Buy?
| Buy If | Skip If |
|---|---|
| you play competitive FPS games | you want an all-rounder for music and movies or need wireless freedom |
Bottom Line
The gold standard for wired gaming headsets. Buy if you play competitive FPS games. Skip if you want an all-rounder for music and movies or need wireless freedom. Rating: 4.5/5
Rating: 4.5/5
Pros
- + The Cloud II is the Toyota Corolla of gaming headsets — not exciting, but absolutely bulletproof. The 53mm drivers deliver accurate positional audio that's made it a competitive FPS staple for nearly a decade. The 7.1 virtual surround sound (via USB DAC) actually helps in games like Valorant and CS2. The detachable noise-cancelling mic is clear enough for Discord and streaming. Comfort is where the Cloud II truly shines — memory foam ear cushions mean 6+ hour sessions without fatigue.
Cons
- − The sound signature is tuned for gaming, not music — bass is restrained, highs can be harsh. The USB DAC is bulky and the cable is non-braided. No software EQ means you're stuck with the stock tuning. The mic picks up keyboard noise.
Verdict
The gold standard for wired gaming headsets. Buy if you play competitive FPS games. Skip if you want an all-rounder for music and movies or need wireless freedom.
9.0/10
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Spec Comparison
Side-by-side vs alternatives| Spec | ★ HyperX Cloud II | Logitech G Pro X | Sennheiser HD 350BT | Razer Barracuda X |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Type
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Over-Ear Gaming Headset | Wired Over-Ear Gaming | Over-Ear Wireless Audiophile Headphone | Over-Ear Gaming Headset |
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Driver Size
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53mm Driver | 50mm Driver | Dynamic (~38mm) | 40mm Driver |
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Battery Life
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N/A (Wired) | N/A (Wired) | 30 Hours | 20 Hours |
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Bluetooth
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No | No | 5.0 | Yes, v5.2 |
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Active Noise Cancel
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No | No | No | No |
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Weight
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320g | 320g | 200–250g (estimated) | 250g |
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Foldable
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No | No | Yes | No |
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Impedance
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53Ω | 50Ω | 30Ω | 40Ω |
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Frequency Response
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10Hz - 23kHz | 20Hz - 20kHz | 18Hz - 22kHz | 20Hz - 20kHz |
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Connectivity
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Wireless | Wired | Bluetooth 5.0 | Wired |
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Best For
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Everyday | Everyday | Everyday | Everyday |
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