HyperX - Cloud II

11 years is a long time in today's marketing-driven headphone and gaming headset market. When I say "gaming headset" I specifically mean one with a mic attached - nothing else. I've used the original **Sennheiser Game One** (2014) for 11 years now, and they've held up incredibly well. I play a lot - sometimes 6-7 hours at a time - and sort of semi-competitively back in the day. I've used them on Xbox with an Astro MixAmp Pro TR (which I kept after being tricked into buying an Astro headset many years ago). #TL;DR Comfort, durability, and sound quality have been unmatched for me for 11 years. I'd recommend the Sennheiser Game One to anyone - even second-hand in decent condition. They're still better than the hyped **Epos PC38x** and the more modern **Epos H6PRO**. I've bought countless other headsets and headphones - but always end up coming back to the Game One. **And here's why...** #DURABILITY I don't baby my gear. I don't keep it in a case. I toss it around. I've even slept with them on when earbuds weren't available. Result: almost no wear and tear. The headband padding finally started coming loose after 10 years (a little glue fixed it). Probably my fault for not cleaning them well from dust and dirt over the years. Cable and ear pads? Still original. Never needed replacement. The fabric sleeve at the plug end of the cable has started to fray a bit (the actual rubber cable underneath is fine), but I've already bought a backup cable (that works fine) on eBay just in case. This one: https://www.amazon.com/ABLET-Replacement-Compatible-Sennheiser-Headsets/dp/B0CZST2KMH #COMFORT Very good, from my experience of having them on for 6-7 hours straight.. Maybe they feel slightly less comfortable than when they were brand new - but it could also just be my imagination. I still wear them for hours. The ear pads have probably flattened a little, because I can sometimes feel the inner driver housing or grill or whatever it is sitting close to my ears. Nothing major, though. And the clamp is still strong. #SOUND Again, I've tried so many other gaming headsets - from more expensive brands like **Audio Technica** to overpriced (and sometimes gimmicky) stuff from **Astro**, **Turtle Beach**, **Razer**, **SteelSeries**, etc. Then there's the very hyped **Epos PC38x** (supposed to be basically the same as the Game One - hint: they're not), and most recently the **Epos H6PRO Open** (back in the box after 10 minutes)... I keep looking, but nothing feels as good. Especially for sound-dependent multiplayer games like **Battlefield**. I can't relax if the sound feels "off." It honestly bugs me way too much and it doesn't go well with my autism. Which is why I keep going back to the Game One. Watching a movie with bad sound is unbearable, right? Same thing here. These just sound alive. Fuller, warmer, wider. Like you're hearing exactly what the game's sound engineer wanted you to hear - uncompressed, with zero compromises. I've had some issues in **Black Ops 6** where spatial awareness felt worse, but that's clearly a game issue, not the headset. No issues in any Battlefield games whatsoever and I've played them all. #The only alternative I'd recommend As I've made clear, I've tried many others, but the only other gaming headset I'd actually recommend is: **HyperX Cloud II** I bought the wired model around 2016, and honestly, I liked them a lot. Comfort, build, sound - all solid. But they're not open-back, which I prefer for FPS games, so I gave them to my younger brother. Still, nothing has ever come close to making me as happy with the sound as the Sennheiser Game One. That's my completely subjective opinion, of course - but the fact that I'm still taking the time to praise this headset 11 years later is probably a good indicator.

I have the HyperX Cloud 2 and it's really good. I'd would imagine the Cloud 3 is even better. Have never used Razer BlackShark V2 though

The HyperX Clouds are great and definitely a good buy. I'd recommend looking into IEMs too though before deciding on anything. Granted they won't come with an included microphone, but the audio is way better

Hyper-X Cloud II's or IIIs, wired. Well rounded af, and also great for gaming.

I cant think of a better headset for the price. It's easily the quality of something 2 to 3 times the price.

Hyperx cloud 2s have great sound for the price $100 when I bought them. I stepped on my laptop that they were plugged into and the jack broke so I got the cloud 3, but they aren't as good.

I think my head is average-sized (lol) and I also wear pretty thick glasses, but my HyperX Cloud II headset has never caused head pain and fits comfortably. The cushioning on them is pretty good!

HyperX cloud is the most valuable headsets from my experience. the sounds amazing and the mic is decent if thats what you want

I have/had that one too but after 8 years of wonderful service I am looking for a replacement, it´s good but the mic is apparently not the greatest, heard on discord today from friends that I was always on 200% as it always seemed low.

This is definitely the budget option in my opinion. I don't require much though so I'm sure it's nowhere near the best, but hyperx clouds have always been good to me

HyperX Cloud II at home. Apple Earpods on the go (they fit well in the case) I see no problem using it with wired, I'm actually surprised they included a headphone jack these days.

What headset you recommend? Currently have a hypercloud 2 and it´s breaking down as I´ve got it for 8 years now lol, bought the hypercloud 3 and it´s whack, literally feeling pressure on my ears and the microphone is bad. Tried arctic steelseries and even that one felt like pressure on my ears.

HyperX cloud 3s or wired cloud 2s are absolutely insane for an entry level headset. If you wanna go a bit more expensive, arctis 7 are alright, but I have always preferred the cloud II and then III. Extremely comfortable and last a long ass time. Cloud Alphas sound awful and I don't recommend them.

My HyperX clouds are hitting upto 9 years. Still work as well as the day I bought them

Caveat, I'm a PC gamer that doesn't use headsets these days, but I have a sorta big head, I've encountered this SO much lol. But when I did still opt just for headsets before I switched to PC and set myself up with a boom arm mic rig + studio headphones, I loved HyperX's headsets for fit & comfort. I had a Cloud II and I wore those things to DEATH even after I started playing only PC. They fit just right and have really big cans so they don't squash my head like a lemon. I also tried a friends Logitech's Astro A50's recently and they're pretty nice, they don't feel like shit on my ears, but, the price tag leaves a lot to be desired. At least for me, anyway, but I'm on a really tight budget.

Hyper x cloud 2 and I dont think it's close They go on sale pretty frequently to, but even at normal price I would say its the best bang for your buck. The sound quality beats out headsets that cost way more.

I tried a few headset last month (PC gaming) SteelSeries Nova 7P, Audiotechnica M50X, Benedynamic DT880 Pro, and HyperX cloud 2. These are my opinion as day-to-day game and music enjoyer. Not an audiophile. I'm using EQ with Steel series GG - Sonar. Nova 7 and hyperX are wireless and closed back. M50X (closed back) and DT 880 pro (semi-open-back) are wired. I settled down for HyperX cloud 2 (upgraded with wicked cushion) for wireless and DT 880 pro for wired with DAC. Nova 7 is awesome, but it falls short on 2 pain points - too small for my head and plastic hinges. I fear I'll break it in months from my daily usage/abuse. Otherwise they are terrific. M50X is also good with crystal clear sounds... but I prefer open back of the DT880 Pro more. DT880 Pro also has bigger ear cushion, more comfortable long gaming session. Purely personal preference. HyperX cloud 2 works wonders for me. Good sound and bass. Even better when used with EQ. When compared to Nova 7, it has better omph bass in wireless mode (nova 7 is a beast when plugged in). DT 880 pro is my spare for when the hyperX ran out of battery or when I need a better sound for movie immersive-ness. It just works. As your partner wanting wireless, give HyperX and SteelSeries a try. They are both closed back with good reviews. YMMW. These are under $150. If you can spend $200+ then there are other tier of headset that's outside of my budget range.

Few members of our team with the xm4's, the mic is pretty universally hated. The Bose qc45's, which go on sale in that range around the holiday, have great mics. I've had a lot of luck with hyperx gaming headsets - no annoying Bluetooth and absurd battery life, great mics, no annoying lights and stuff. And if your phone has usbc you can plug in the wireless dongle. Our desk phones have usb ports and are android based and the dongles work there too. Those headsets aren't anc, but there are some gaming headsets with ANC that should work approximately the same. Some have 2.4 dongle and simultaneous Bluetooth.

My hyper X cloud 2s have lasted donkeys years

from my research- i mostly used reviews sites like reddit vetted-these are a few safe bets: HyperX Cloud II/III just because they're comfy and you don't have to fight with software. nothing fancy, just works and the mic is serviceable. the AKG K612 or Sennheiser HD560S. super clean imaging, great for footsteps and they're not hyped garbage. you'd just need a small dac/amp but even a cheap dongle drives them fine. also the Steelseries arctis wired models are still around and pretty chill. very comfy headband, decent sound and you don't have to pray the drivers don't explode

I can confirm quality had dropped dramatically. Used Cloud IIs for 6 years, they finally broke, bought cloud IIIs last week thinking it'd be an upgrade, they were so bad I returned them

Me still running hyperX headphones from 2015:

hyperx cloud ii is very solid for the price. i've had mine for 3 or 4 years now and it's still in good condition

HyperX Cloud 2 are amazing. Especially before HP bought the brand.

Another vote for HyperX. Mine has been with me for 5 years and it's still going strong.

Bro hyperx are best headphones ..been using since 3 years without any probs . Did had to change cushion but apart from it is the best

I've had my hyper x cloud 2's for 4 years now and have had zero issues. Definitely look into those