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Kingston HyperX CloudX

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4.6 / 5
Editorial reviews:
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6 editorial reviews
The HyperX CloudX Stinger Core uses Xbox Wireless, which means it's super convenient on Xbox consoles and nowhere else.Read more
While we usually tend to focus on gaming peripherals for the PC specifically, today we are taking aRead more
Our HyperX CloudX Pro Gaming Headset review takes a look at a pair of gaming headphones for the Xbox One and Windows PCs.Read more
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Pros

  • a comfortable fit and a different frequency response
  • a comfortable
  • breathable

Cons

  • sub-bass reverberations are pretty hard to pick out
  • It s a little on the quiet side
  • s attached to a rather bendy and lengthy wire

Key specs

  • 41 Ω
  • 15, 25000 Hz
  • Closed
  • Stereo
  • Over-Ear
  • Wired

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Kingston HyperX CloudX - Pros & Cons

Kingston HyperX CloudX

Pros

  • a comfortable fit and a different frequency response
  • a comfortable
  • breathable
  • and spacious fit suitable
  • reproduce your voice accurately and separate noise from speech well enough to use at competitions and
  • boom mic offers good performance
  • very comfortable
  • well-built design
  • voice sounds clear
  • natural
  • and full-bodied

Cons

  • sub-bass reverberations are pretty hard to pick out
  • It s a little on the quiet side
  • s attached to a rather bendy and lengthy wire
  • There s not a lot of room for adjustment
  • the distorted vocals blend in a little too much with the instruments
  • offer sound customization features like an EQ or presets
  • totally legit and my strangely shaped head approves
  • There s memory foam in the underside of the headband
  • s just a tiny setback
  • the cloth cushion alternatives are thicker and denser
  • muddies the mids and drowns out the higher frequencies

Kingston HyperX CloudX - Technical Overview

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IconDriver size
53 mm
Best:
Hauppauge XFones
Driver size: 400 mm
IconImpedance
41 Ω
Best:
Stax SR-L500
Impedance: 145000 Ω
IconWeight
322 g
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Kingston HyperX CloudX - Full Specifications

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Technical details
Sound outputStereo
StyleOver-Ear
Connectivity technologyWired
Headset (integrated/enclosed microphone)yes
Magnet materialNeodymium
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Dimensions
Depth3.74 in
Height7.68 in
Weight11.36 oz
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Microphone
Microphone typeBoom microphone
Microphone sensitivity-39.0 dB
Microphone frequency50 - 18000
Microphone direction typeUnidirectional
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Features
Noise-cancelingyes
ButtonsVolume
Carrying caseyes
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Design
Colour of product
  • Aluminium,Black
  • Black
Acoustic designClosed
Control typeRotary
Attachment typeHeadband
Body materialAluminium
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Sound
Impedance41.0 Ω
Frequency range15 - 25000
Driver technologyDynamic
Driver size2.09 in
Total harmonic distortion (THD)2.0 %
Maximum input power300.0 mW
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Connectivity
Cable length1.3
Type of connector
  • 3.5mm
  • USB
USBno
Detachable cableno
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Power
Battery operatedno
Power handling capacity150.0 mW

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Kingston HyperX CloudX Kingston - Editorial Reviews (6)

Kingston HyperX CloudX HyperX CloudX Stinger Core Wireless (Xbox Series X/S) review
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SoundGuys
Published: 20.04.2022
HyperX CloudX Stinger Core Wireless (Xbox Series X/S) review

The HyperX CloudX Stinger Core uses Xbox Wireless, which means it's super convenient on Xbox consoles and nowhere else.

Kingston HyperX CloudX HyperX CloudX Headset Review
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KitGuru
Published: 19.12.2016
HyperX CloudX Headset Review

While we usually tend to focus on gaming peripherals for the PC specifically, today we are taking a

Kingston HyperX CloudX HyperX CloudX Pro Gaming Headset review: Great comfort and sound
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Techaeris
Published: 27.11.2016
HyperX CloudX Pro Gaming Headset review: Great comfort and sound

Our HyperX CloudX Pro Gaming Headset review takes a look at a pair of gaming headphones for the Xbox One and Windows PCs.

Kingston HyperX CloudX The 3 Best HyperX Headsets of 2022: Reviews
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RTINGS.com
Published: 09.06.2022
The 3 Best HyperX Headsets of 2022: Reviews

The best HyperX headset with a wireless connection we've tested is the HyperX Cloud 2/Cloud II Wireless. These headphones come with a USB wireless dongle which ensures low audio lag.

Kingston HyperX CloudX HyperX CloudX Pro Gaming Headset Review | eTeknix
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eTeknix
Published: 05.11.2016
HyperX CloudX Pro Gaming Headset Review | eTeknix

Introduction HyperX is one of the best names in gaming these days, even though they're more famous for their memory products, their Cloud gaming headset series has been winning over competitive gamers around the world for some time now. Their latest headset breaks away from the PC only headset, offering officially licensed support for the Xbox One as well as PC, and promising to be a perfect pair for the premium Elite controller. 'HyperX CloudX™ Pro Gaming Headset is designed for Xbox and tested and approved by Microsoft. It works with the Xbox Elite Wireless controller and other Xbox One

Kingston HyperX CloudX Review: Kingston HyperX CloudX Pro Gaming Headset - GameAxis
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GameAxis
Published: 03.08.2016
Review: Kingston HyperX CloudX Pro Gaming Headset - GameAxis

The HyperX CloudX Pro Gaming Headset is a decent mid-tier option for gamers who prioritize comfort over anything else. Sound-wise, you’ve probably heard better elsewhere, but it’s a valiant effort and you’ll certainly be hard-pressed to find something that feels as good as this does at US$99.99. Basics As the official gaming headset for Xbox, …

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