The HyperX Cloud Mix Headset is a bit of a mixed bag, especially at its price point. While audio and microphone quality far surpass expectations, its connection issues with the PS4 as well as the tension the headset could place on those with larger heads makes this headset one worthy of further...

One of the best headsets we've tested, whatever system, machine or device you plug it into, you'll get quality sound and a great gaming experience.

+ Incredibly sound quality; + Extremely versatile; + Great design and fit

- Expensive; - No balancer between in-game & party chat volumes

I was surprised by the lack of advertising and reviews on the HyperX Mix. It seemed to be that HyperX would rather promote their other headsets. I'm not too sure why and it worried me a bit at first but, it's an all around well balanced headset that can be used in many different occasions.

Audio is crisp and leaves nothing to be desired

- Not the best noise cancelling (which isn't the worst thing if you don't live alone; have a pet or kids

The HyperX Cloud Mix offers up gaming credentials and Bluetooth capability, but it comes at a high price. And, the aim to fit two niches keeps it from excelling.

Clean sound; Quality construction; AptX support

A tad tight; Like paying for two headsets

Many people likely have more than one set of headphones. One for gaming, one for listening to music, and possibly a set of earbuds for the gym. Fortunately, more headsets are coming out that are trying to bridge the gap between wired and wireless use.

And if you simply want a pair of Bluetooth headphones for music, meanwhile, the Sennheiser HD 4.40 BT remains a fantastic value, and the Marshall Major III Bluetooth stands as another good performer.

Excellent audio quality; Very clear boom mic; Solid, comfortable design

Uses pinhole microphone instead of boom in Bluetooth mode; No USB sound card included

We don't often see Bluetooth connectivity in gaming headsets. Wired headsets simply use 3.5mm or USB connections, and wireless headsets tend to use adapters. The Kingston HyperX Cloud Mix follows in the footsteps of the Audeze Mobius, with both Bluetooth and wired connectivity, but instead of offering other high-end technical features, it simply provides an excellent listening experience for wired games and wireless music. At $199.99 it's one of the more expensive headsets in the HyperX lineup, but half the cost of the Audeze Mobius. That makes its versatility impressive, and combined with its audio quality, it earns our Editors' Choice. A Familiar Design The Cloud Mix looks and feels very similar to the HyperX Cloud Alpha, only in all black and with the option to go wireless. It features smooth, understated, oval black earcups with rubberized sides and prominent HyperX logos on the backs. The logos are light gray, and the Y-shaped metal arms that connect the cups to the headband...

The versatile Kingston HyperX Cloud Mix works very well as both a wired gaming headset and a pair of Bluetooth headphones.

Excellent audio quality; Very clear boom mic; Solid, comfortable design

Uses pinhole microphone instead of boom in Bluetooth mode; No USB sound card included

The HyperX Cloud MIX is the latest gaming headset from the range which has provided us with some of the absolute best ear-blasters in the business, and that from a company that actually made its name in RAM.

Bass. The final frontier. Well, it seems that way, with many headphones and gaming headsets these days tuned to a very bass-heavy sound that has the potention to reduce the overall realism of the sound while simultaneously making many users quite happy.

The HyperX Cloud Mix is a weird experiment, and one I don't think is entirely successful. It's expensive, the logo is obnoxious, and splitting the difference between wired gaming headset and mobile Bluetooth means HyperX doesn't really nail either market.