Name: HyperX Cloud Stinger Core
Brand: Kingston
SKU: 143320
Rating: 3.9 (50 reviews)

Kingston HyperX Cloud Stinger Core front

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4.2

based on all reviews

Consumer ratings:

4.5 / 5

the headset is quite flexible
noise-cancelling microphone is quite decent
HyperX s offering is also a good fit when combined with glasses

s attached to a rather bendy and lengthy wire
the distorted vocals blend in a little too much with the instruments
sub-bass reverberations are pretty hard to pick out

Impedance: 16 Ω
Sensitivity: 103 dB
Frequency range: 20, 20000 Hz
Acoustic design: Closed
Sound output: Stereo
Style: Over-Ear
Connectivity technology: Wired

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Kingston HyperX Cloud Stinger Core - Pros & Cons

the headset is quite flexible
noise-cancelling microphone is quite decent
HyperX s offering is also a good fit when combined with glasses
Lightweight and comfortable
a comfortable fit and a different frequency response
Gunshots sounded appropriately concussive and sound levels seem balanced and accurate
well-balanced and accurate sound
Cloud Stinger looks and feels premium
clear and snappy sound
the added girth gives them a hardier feel
performance
comfort
clarity and endurance
Dialogue sounds clear and clean
sound quality was decently impressive for the price tag
Light
efficient and versatile
The headphones are comfortable to wear with nicely padded earcups
impressive quality and value
HyperX Cloud Stinger is comfortable to wear
Lightweight and comfortable Simple plastic design
sound quality is fine for casual gamers
The onboard controls made it easy to adjust the volume
better-built and is one of the most comfortable gaming headsets
stable fit
a better build quality
and are much more portable and breathable
HyperX also feels better made and more comfortable
The Astro is slightly better designed though and feels better built
headphones feel decently well-built and feel just as comfortable
control scheme is also more complete and is noticeably easier to use
HyperX's microphone performs much better overall
Cloud Core definitely feels more solid and more comfortable than the Stinger
good mid-range accuracy performance
The comfort of this headset for me was exceptional
more comfortable and have a better overall mic performance
metal sliders make it easy to adjust the fit and provide durability
voice was crisp and clear like I was in the same room
audio quality was very good for me
comfort
audio quality
and battery life
lightweight
durability
and accessibility
the Cloud Stinger Core performs admirably
The control panel on the headset is simple enough
The comfort and audio quality were solid
lightness
functionality
comfort
and affordability
Fit and comfort The headset is incredibly lightweight

s attached to a rather bendy and lengthy wire
the distorted vocals blend in a little too much with the instruments
sub-bass reverberations are pretty hard to pick out
It s a little on the quiet side
There s not a lot of room for adjustment
ambient sounds are no way overpowering
Cloud Stinger lacks is a detachable microphone
buildup of saliva around an unpadded mic can accumulate into a stinky
frequently sound either very muddy or very tinny
The ear padding is surprisingly squishy for a budget headset
the microphone in the Cloud Stinger Core Wireless is slightly disappointing
below-average microphone
have a terrible design that takes away from the performance of the headset
headsets can have terrible design flaws
Cloud Stinger Core Wireless feels somewhat cheap
the headset can only lay flat and does not fold into a compact format
it is annoying at times when you re listening to music or watching movies
it s PC only)
could the Cloud Alpha go wireless or charge via USB
the bass sounds a bit muddy
No cherry-picked units sent by brands
high-treble in comparison will make mixes dull
The treble can be a bit uneven
Fixed errors in the frequency response measurements
the hinges feel weak
wireless headsets is weight
Having wires doesn t seem like such a bad thing
there is no tone or indicator light to signal a change in status
it is not compatible with the Xbox One
sharp edges that come as a result of the plastic molding
the internal microphone mechanism is prone to malfunction over time
the treble is slightly lacking in clarity and detail
it s weak on durability
your voice will sound a little nasally
They have no virtual surround sound
there are no onboard controls to adjust the volume
the indicator light on the adaptor will flash red
there is no way to fine-tune the sound

Kingston HyperX Cloud Stinger Core - Technical Overview

	Poor	Average	Good	Excellent
Driver size	40 mm Best: Hauppauge XFones Driver size: 400 mm
Impedance	16 Ω Best: Stax SR-L500 Impedance: 145000 Ω
Weight	215 g Best: Cyber Acoustics ACM-7002 Weight: 0.11 g

Kingston HyperX Cloud Stinger Core - Full Specifications

Sound output	Stereo
Style	Over-Ear
Connectivity technology	Wired
Headset (integrated/enclosed microphone)	yes
Magnet material	Neodymium

Width	6.97 in
Depth	3.23 in
Height	7.13 in
Weight	7.58 oz

Microphone type	Boom microphone
Microphone sensitivity	-41.5 dB
Microphone frequency	50 - 18000
Microphone direction type	Unidirectional microphone

Noise-canceling	yes
Buttons	Volume

Colour of product	Black Black,Green
Acoustic design	Closed
Foldable	no

Impedance	16.0 Ω
Sensitivity	103.0 dB
Frequency range	20 - 20000
Driver technology	Dynamic
Driver size	1.57 in
Total harmonic distortion (THD)	2.0 %

Cable length	2.5
Type of connector	3.5mm
USB	yes
Type of USB connector	USB Type-A
Detachable cable	no

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Kingston HyperX Cloud Stinger Core Kingston - Editorial Reviews (10)

4.1

Based on 10 reviews

Kingston HyperX Cloud Stinger Core HyperX Cloud Stinger Review

RTINGS.com

Published: 20.04.2020

HyperX Cloud Stinger Review

3.7

The HyperX Cloud Stinger are wired entry-level gaming headphones. Although their plastic frame is bulky, they're fairly lightweight for over-ears and should be c...

Kingston HyperX Cloud Stinger Core HyperX Cloud Stinger Core review: A great gaming headset on a tight budget

The Indian Express

Published: 24.06.2018

HyperX Cloud Stinger Core review: A great gaming headset on a tight budget

4.0

HyperX Cloud Stinger Core gaming headset tries to make a balance between audio quality and comfort, along with a reasonable price tag. Read our review.

The Gadgeteer

Published: 25.09.2021

HyperX Cloud Stinger Core wireless gaming headset for PS4 and PS5 review - The Gadgeteer

REVIEW - Since purchasing my PS5, I've been using a wired gaming headset that I reviewed back in 2020 (the EKSA E900 Pro). The comfort and audio quality were

Kingston HyperX Cloud Stinger Core HyperX Cloud Stinger Core Gaming Headset Review - Nerd Techy

nerdtechy.com

Published: 30.04.2018

HyperX Cloud Stinger Core Gaming Headset Review - Nerd Techy

Video game music has come a long way in the past thirty years. What started as a MIDI chiptune has evolved into an orchestral production. Modern epic games feature original soundtracks which often overshadow and outwork most film scores. To experience the wonder that is video game orchestration, one must simply play God of War, Assassin’s Creed or any of the modern Elder Scroll games. The best scores are complex enough to keep your interest, but subtle enough not to interfere with the action. There is no doubt that the best way to experience a video game score is by

Kingston HyperX Cloud Stinger Core HyperX Cloud Stinger Core Wireless 7.1 Gaming Headset Review

TweakTown

Published: 15.07.2020

HyperX Cloud Stinger Core Wireless 7.1 Gaming Headset Review

4.6

HyperX has crammed many fantastic features into the Cloud Stinger Core Wireless 7.1 gaming headset. Is it worth the $79.99 price?

Kingston HyperX Cloud Stinger Core HyperX Cloud Stinger Core Wireless PS5 Headset Review - Favorable PS5-oriented Entry-Level Wireless Headset

Wccftech

HyperX Cloud Stinger Core Wireless PS5 Headset Review - Favorable PS5-oriented Entry-Level Wireless Headset

The HyperX Cloud Stinger Core Wireless PS5 headset shares its design with Sony's console, but how does it perform? Find out in our review.

Kingston HyperX Cloud Stinger Core HyperX Cloud Stinger Core Wireless review

TechRadar

Published: 26.10.2020

HyperX Cloud Stinger Core Wireless review

The price is low, but does that mean it’s a bargain?

Kingston HyperX Cloud Stinger Core HyperX Cloud Core Stinger review: A console-gaming headset that nails the essentials

PC World

HyperX Cloud Core Stinger review: A console-gaming headset that nails the essentials

3.8

I can’t wait to see what a beefier and more-accomplished console play from the company looks like, this budget-friendly headset is a good stopgap in the meantime.

Kingston HyperX Cloud Stinger Core HyperX Cloud Stinger Core wireless headset + 7.1 review - great bang for your buck

Tech Guide

Published: 08.07.2020

HyperX Cloud Stinger Core wireless headset + 7.1 review - great bang for your buck

4.3

85% VERDICT Yes there are better – and more expensive – headsets but the HyperX Cloud Stinger Core wireless headset + 7.1 offers impressive quality and value. Great bang for your buck. Pros AffordableComfortableImpressive sound quality for the priceVirtual 7.1 surround sound for PC games Cons No 3.5mm audio cable or portOne volume control for […]