Hey all, it's been a while since I was able to get another review done but the wait has paid off with what could be a great headset at a great price point. Today we'll be looking at the brand new HyperX Cloud Stinger gaming headset that features 50mm directional drivers, an ear cup volume slider, a...

Light weight; Simple and clean design; Compatibility with many devices; Signature memory foam padding; 50mm Directional drivers (like surround sound; 90° rotating ear cups; Price

Issue with volume slider as it nears 0% (could be an isolated issue

Back in May of this year brought the review of the

Price point is awesome; great sound for an everyone price, Comfort and quality align with the rest of the HyperX Cloud Series, Quick mute option, Volume control on headset – little easier than fumbling with a cable, Did I mention the price point rocks

Can't remove the mic – not end of world (just a feature I REALLY like – picky Panda

The HyperX range has long been a measure of quality, and it's probably a fair assumption to say that most of us have owned at least one HyperX product in our PC owning lifetime.

When Kingston released their HyperX Cloud gaming headset they took the gaming world by storm. With outstanding build quality, very comfortable fit, great sound and a microphone that put many of the big gaming peripheral players offerings to shame (looking at you SteelSeries) at a great price they...

Lightweight; comfortable; price; no gaudy extras

Lack of 5.1 or 7.1 surround sound

HyperX first made a name for itself back in 2014 with the release of its Cloud headset. Featuring clean audio and an incredible level of comfort for a street price of $80, we've been recommending the Cloud ever since.

The HyperX Stinger is not only comfortable, powerful and durable, it's also incredibly kind to your wallet. For those looking for a versatile gaming headset for all major gaming systems, mobile and PC, look no further!

Good build quality; Powerful and clear sound; Great for all multimedia; Multi-format support; Auto-mute microphone; Built-in volume control; Stylish design; Trusted brand; Fantastic price

Hard-wired cable; Non-removable microphone

In an increasingly saturated peripheral market, HyperX are hoping their new Cloud Stinger can become the ‘go-to' headset if you are on a budget. Priced at £49.99, it comes in cheaper than the acclaimed Cloud and Cloud II headsets while keeping familiar features from those devices, including memory...

Attractively priced; New features are introduced such as rotating ear cups; Audio quality is great for the money; Comfy to use

Construction does feel a bit plasticky; The Cloud II offers a better all-round package for £20-25 more

Happy with the purchase. Very comfortable on-ear headphones. Ideal for gamers

good quality; auto-mute microphone; comfortable to wear

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Headsets, like most peripherals, are very subjective. Both looks and fit make reviews more opinion based than products we can accurately benchmark, at least without some very expensive audio equipment.

Comfortable memory foam ear cups; Directional drivers; Great gaming separation; Massive compatibility

Plastic construction; Microphone could be better; Distorts at high end of range

Comfortable memory foam ear cups Directional drivers Great gaming separation Massive compatibility

Plastic construction Microphone could be better Distorts at high end of range