HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 Core
The 40mm directional drivers with enhanced bass deliver impactful in-game audio, while the lightweight 260g build and soft ear cushions provide comfort for long sessions. Its intuitive on-ear audio controls and the definitive swivel-to-mute microphone eliminate menu navigation, streamlining the chat experience at an entry-level price. This headset is best for budget-conscious PlayStation gamers who prioritize simplicity, comfort, and clear party chat over premium audio fidelity.
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong user sentiment (87th percentile) 87th
- Strong social proof (83th percentile) 83th
- Strong mic (78th percentile) 78th
Cons
- Below average comfort (29th percentile)
- Below average anc (30th percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
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Based on 13 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed |
| Weight | 0.3 kg / 0.6 lbs |
| Ear Cushion | Foam + Cloth |
Audio
| Driver Type | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 |
| Impedance | 32 |
| Codecs | HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 Core - Gaming Headset for Playstation, Lightweight Over-Ear Headset with mic, Swivel-to-Mute Function, 40mm Drivers - Black |
Connectivity
| Wireless | No |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm |
Microphone
| Microphone | Yes |
| Boom Mic | Yes |
Features
| Gaming Mode | Yes |
vs Competition
| Spec | HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 Core | TOZO HT3 HT3 | JBL Tune 780NC | Soundcore Life Q20 A3025 | QCY H3 H3 | truefree HF10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear | on-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear |
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic | Dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size (mm) | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 |
| Impedance Ohms | 32 | 16 | 32 | 16 | 32 | 20 |
| Wireless | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | - | true | true | true | true | true |
| Open Closed Back | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 6.0 | 5.3 | 5.0 | 5.4 | 6.0 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 90 | 50 | 60 | 60 | 125 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | User Sentiment | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 Core | 30.1 | 77.7 | 33.9 | 61.3 | 42.9 | 28.7 | 87 | 40.3 | 83.1 |
| TOZO HT3 HT3 Compare | 87.1 | 84.4 | 95.8 | 98.9 | 96.9 | 50 | 96.1 | 96.5 | 91.4 |
| JBL Tune 780NC Compare | 97.5 | 77.7 | 76.4 | 78.9 | 83 | 78.9 | 0 | 99.7 | 97.4 |
| Soundcore Life Q20 A3025 Compare | 92.1 | 84.4 | 92.1 | 88.6 | 88.8 | 86.4 | 69.7 | 90.9 | 83.1 |
| QCY H3 H3 Compare | 92.1 | 82 | 76.4 | 85.5 | 84.4 | 86.4 | 69.7 | 96.5 | 83.1 |
| truefree HF10 Compare | 92.1 | 84.4 | 95.8 | 81.7 | 99.8 | 78.9 | 87 | 94.4 | 91.4 |
Price
Value & Pricing
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Usage Scores
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