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HyperX Cloud II

HyperXGaming headset

Cloud II

Released February 2015.4Press articlefuturelooks.com/kingston-starts-shipping-hyperx-cloud-ii-gaming-headsetRead 10 October 2026Shipping now on 2015-02-09 per the press release. The article is dated 2015-02-10. Last checked 23 October 2026.

Form factor
Over-ear
Audio connections
Analog, USB
Active noise cancelling
No
Battery life (claimed, max)
Not available

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General

Series
Cloud1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-iiRead 10 October 2026Cloud family.
Model numbers
KHX-HSCP-GM, KHX-HSCP-RD, KHX-HSCP-PK, 4P5M0AA1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-iiRead 10 October 2026Maker US store SKU 4P5M0AA, colour Black-Red. The part numbers KHX-HSCP-GM, KHX-HSCP-RD and KHX-HSCP-PK come from the maker manual.2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_Cloud2_Headset_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Part Numbers: KHX-HSCP-GM (Gun Metal), KHX-HSCP-PK (Pink), KHX-HSCP-RD (Red).
GTIN / EAN
1961880484361Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-iiRead 10 October 2026Maker store barcode 196188048436 for SKU 4P5M0AA.
Announced
9 February 20154Press articlefuturelooks.com/kingston-starts-shipping-hyperx-cloud-ii-gaming-headsetRead 10 October 2026Reproduces the HyperX press release dated Fountain Valley, February 9, 2015, which says HyperX Cloud II is shipping now.
Status
Available1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-iiRead 10 October 2026In stock on the maker US store. Overview page lists the headset at $79.99 MSRP.
Predecessor
Not available
Successor
HyperX Cloud III8Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/hyperx/cloud-2-cloud-iiRead 21 October 2026Public changelog, Sep 12 2023: the new generation of these headphones, the HyperX Cloud III, come with app support.10Reviewtomshardware.com/reviews/hyperx-cloud-iiiRead 23 October 2026Tom's Hardware calls the Cloud II the predecessor of the HyperX Cloud III and says HyperX had not launched a successor until the Cloud III.
Launch price (US)
$99.994Press articlefuturelooks.com/kingston-starts-shipping-hyperx-cloud-ii-gaming-headsetRead 10 October 2026Article says the headset is listed at $99.99. US prices exclude sales tax.5Reviewlegitreviews.com/hyperx-cloud-ii-gaming-headset-review_157486Read 10 October 2026Expected suggested retail price of $99.99.
Launch price (EU)
Not available
Markets
Not available
Colours
Gunmetal, Red, Pink, Black-Red1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-iiRead 10 October 2026The US store lists Black-Red. The manual part numbers name Gun Metal, Red and Pink.2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_Cloud2_Headset_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Gun Metal, Pink and Red part numbers. Gun Metal is stored as Gunmetal, as written in the maker press release.
Segment
Gaming1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-iiRead 10 October 2026Sold in the maker Gaming Headsets category.

Design

Form factor
Over-ear1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-iiRead 10 October 2026Form Factor: Over ear, circumaural, closed back.2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_Cloud2_Headset_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Technical specifications: Sound coupling to the ear circumaural.
Ear cup enclosure
Closed1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-iiRead 10 October 2026Form Factor: Over ear, circumaural, closed back.2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_Cloud2_Headset_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Operating principle: Closed.
Wearing style
Headband2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_Cloud2_Headset_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Adjustable leatherette headband with aluminum arms.
Folding
Not available
Swivelling ear cups
No7Reviewpcworld.com/article/427456/review-the-hyperx-cloud-ii-makes-the-best-sub-100-headset-a-little-better.htmlRead 21 October 2026Review text: you can't rotate the earcups. Tom's Guide describes the cups pivoting back and forth, which is tilting and does not count for this field.
RGB lighting
Not available
Lighting zones
Not available

Drivers and sound

Driver type
Dynamic1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-iiRead 10 October 2026Driver: Dynamic, 53mm with neodymium magnets.2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_Cloud2_Headset_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Transducer type: Dynamic 53mm with Neodynium Magnets.
Driver size
53mm1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-iiRead 10 October 2026Driver: Dynamic, 53mm with neodymium magnets. Overview says specially-tuned 53mm drivers.2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_Cloud2_Headset_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Transducer type: Dynamic 53mm.
Drivers per side
12Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_Cloud2_Headset_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026One 53 mm transducer per ear cup.
Diaphragm material
Not available
Magnet
Neodymium1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-iiRead 10 October 2026Driver: Dynamic, 53mm with neodymium magnets.2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_Cloud2_Headset_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Neodymium magnets (the manual spells it Neodynium).
Frequency response (wired or passive)
Min15 HzMax25 kHz2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_Cloud2_Headset_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Frequency response 15Hz-25KHz (earphones). The current store page says 10Hz-23kHz. The manual, datasheet and launch press release agree on 15Hz-25kHz, so that is stored.3Maker spec sheet (PDF)katalog.atcomp.cz/katalog/HP-4P5M0AA/HP-4P5M0AA_datasheet.pdfRead 10 October 2026Datasheet MKD-301.2 EN (2017): Frequency response 15Hz-25,000 Hz.
Wireless audio transmission band
Not available
Impedance (passive when specified)
60Ω2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_Cloud2_Headset_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Nominal impedance 60 ohm per system.3Maker spec sheet (PDF)katalog.atcomp.cz/katalog/HP-4P5M0AA/HP-4P5M0AA_datasheet.pdfRead 10 October 2026Nominal impedance 60 ohm per system.
Sensitivity (passive when specified)
98dB1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-iiRead 10 October 2026Sensitivity 98dBSPL/mW at 1kHz. The manual gives Nominal SPL 98 +/- 3 dB.2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_Cloud2_Headset_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Nominal SPL 98 +/- 3 dB.
Sensitivity reference
Per 1 mW1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-iiRead 10 October 2026Sensitivity 98dBSPL/mW at 1kHz.
THD (claimed)
2%1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-iiRead 10 October 2026T.H.D: < 2%. Stored as the upper bound. Test level is not stated.2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_Cloud2_Headset_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026T.H.D < 2%. Stored as the upper bound.
Max input power
150mW2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_Cloud2_Headset_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Power handling capacity 150 mW. Stored as the rated maximum input power.3Maker spec sheet (PDF)katalog.atcomp.cz/katalog/HP-4P5M0AA/HP-4P5M0AA_datasheet.pdfRead 10 October 2026Power handling capacity 150mW.
Max digital audio sample rate
Not available
Max digital audio bit depth
16bits1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-iiRead 10 October 2026Connections and Features: Bit-Depth 16 bit, USB 2.0. This describes the USB control box.
DAC
Not available
Personalised sound
Not available
Onboard EQ
Not available
Custom EQ bands
Not available
EQ presets
Not available
Volume limit
Not available

Spatial audio

Spatial audio support
HyperX Virtual 7.1 Surround Sound1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-iiRead 10 October 2026Virtual 7.1 Surround Sound. The footnote says it is output as a 2-channel stereo signal. It runs on the USB control box.3Maker spec sheet (PDF)katalog.atcomp.cz/katalog/HP-4P5M0AA/HP-4P5M0AA_datasheet.pdfRead 10 October 20267.1 virtual surround sound, hardware-driven, no driver needed.
Spatial audio licence included
Not available
Head tracking
Not available

Noise cancelling

Active noise cancelling
No2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_Cloud2_Headset_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Passive closed-cup design. The headset has no battery or active electronics.3Maker spec sheet (PDF)katalog.atcomp.cz/katalog/HP-4P5M0AA/HP-4P5M0AA_datasheet.pdfRead 10 October 2026Closed-cup design for passive noise cancellation.
ANC type
Not available
ANC microphones
Not available
Adaptive ANC
Not available
ANC levels
Not available
ANC attenuation (claimed)
Not available
Transparency mode
Not available
Adjustable transparency
Not available
Conversation detection
Not available
Wind noise reduction
Not available

Measured

Frequency response notes
U-shaped curve with scooped mids and boosted highs. A dip near 4.2 kHz.9Measurementsonarworks.com/blog/reviews/hyperx-cloud2-reviewRead 21 October 2026Sonarworks review dated 2019-05-23, before HP took over HyperX in 2021. It describes a typical U-curve with scooped mids and boosted highs, and calls the dip at 4.2 kHz the only unusual feature. Hardware revision and test rig are not stated.
Bass amount
Not available
Treble amount
Not available
Deviation from target
Not available
Consistency between fittings
Not available
Harmonic distortion
Not available
Sound leakage
Not available
Measured noise isolation
Not available
Noise isolation (measured, best)
Not available
Passive isolation (measured)
Not available
Mic quality notes
Not available
Mic low-frequency extension
Not available
Mic high-frequency extension
Not available
Mic speech-to-noise ratio
Not available
Measured latency
Not available
Bluetooth latency (measured, worst)
Not available
2.4 GHz latency (measured, worst)
Not available
Measured battery life
Not available
Battery life (measured, max)
Not available
Clamping force
Not available
Weight (measured)
Not available

Microphone

Microphone
Detachable boom1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-iiRead 10 October 2026Detachable, noise-cancelling mic.2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_Cloud2_Headset_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Detachable microphone with adjustable arm and condenser, plug and unplug for music-only use.
Microphone element
Electret condenser1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-iiRead 10 October 2026Element: Electret condenser microphone.2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_Cloud2_Headset_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Microphone transducer type: Condenser (back electret).
Microphone pickup pattern
Cardioid2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_Cloud2_Headset_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Polar Pattern: Cardioid. The store page says uni-directional.3Maker spec sheet (PDF)katalog.atcomp.cz/katalog/HP-4P5M0AA/HP-4P5M0AA_datasheet.pdfRead 10 October 2026Microphone polar pattern: cardioid.
Voice microphones
12Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_Cloud2_Headset_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026What's Included: 1 Detachable Microphone. This is the only voice microphone listed.
Total microphones
12Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_Cloud2_Headset_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026What's Included lists one microphone and the passive headset has no other microphones. The maker states no total.
Mic frequency response
Min50 HzMax18 kHz2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_Cloud2_Headset_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Frequency response 50 - 18,000 Hz (microphone). The manual gives microphone output -39 +/- 3 dB, the store page gives -42 dBV (1V/Pa at 1kHz), so no microphone sensitivity is stored.
Mic sensitivity
Not available
Mic signal-to-noise
Not available
Mic sample rate
Not available
Mic noise reduction
DSP3Maker spec sheet (PDF)katalog.atcomp.cz/katalog/HP-4P5M0AA/HP-4P5M0AA_datasheet.pdfRead 10 October 2026Digitally enhanced noise-cancelling microphone with automatic gain control and echo cancellation enabled through the USB sound card. This works with the USB control box only.
Flip to mute
Not available
Mute button
Yes6Maker spec sheet (PDF)kingston.com/datasheets/KHX-HSCP_us.pdfRead 21 October 2026Control box features: Microphone slide mute.
Mute indicator
Not available
Sidetone
Not available
Adjustable sidetone
Not available
Foam microphone windscreen
Not available

Connectivity

Audio connections
Analog, USB2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_Cloud2_Headset_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Direct connect to a device with a 3.5mm audio jack, or through the USB control box for computers.
Analog source plugs
3.5 mm TRRS2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_Cloud2_Headset_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Connection: Mini stereo jack plug (3.5MM). The older datasheet says 4 pole.
Cable connector on headset
Fixed cable2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_Cloud2_Headset_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Attached cable with 3.5mm input jack. The cable is permanently attached to the headset.
Longest included cable
2m2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_Cloud2_Headset_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Cable length and type: 1m + 2m extension. The longest cable is the 2 m extension, stored as 2. The manual does not say if it is the USB control box cable.
Headset USB plug or port
Not available
Audio over USB-C cable
Not available
Passive wired listening
Yes2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_Cloud2_Headset_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Usage with no control box: connect the headset directly to a device with a 3.5mm audio jack. The headset has no battery.
Wireless receiver
None2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_Cloud2_Headset_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Wired headset.
Wireless receiver connector
Not available
Wireless range (claimed)
Not available
Bluetooth
Not available
Bluetooth codecs
Not available
LE Audio
Not available
Auracast
Not available
Bluetooth multipoint
Not available
Multipoint devices
Not available
Paired devices remembered
Not available
Mixes 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth audio
Not available
Fast pairing
Not available
Base station
Not available

Latency

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Low latency mode
Not available
Claimed latency
Not available

Compatibility

Compatible platforms
Windows, macOS, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Android, iOS1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-iiRead 10 October 2026Compatibility: PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Mobile. The manual describes PC and Mac over USB and phones and tablets over the 3.5 mm jack. Mobile is stored as Android and iOS.
Connection per platform
PlatformConnection
WindowsUSB
macOSUSB
PS4Analog
Xbox OneAnalog
Source2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_Cloud2_Headset_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026PC and Mac use the USB control box. PS4 uses the headset jack on the controller. Xbox One needs the maker adapter sold separately and no control box. Phones and tablets use the 3.5 mm jack.
Official licence
Not available

Battery and charging

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Battery capacity
Not available
Swappable battery
Not available
Batteries included
Not available
Claimed battery life
Not available
Battery life (claimed, max)
Not available
Battery life with ANC (claimed)
Not available
Battery life without ANC (claimed)
Not available
Charging port
Not available
Full charge time
Not available
Quick charge time
Not available
Quick charge playback
Not available
Use while charging
Not available
Charging dock or stand
Not available

Controls

Controls
Buttons, Slider, In-line remote6Maker spec sheet (PDF)kingston.com/datasheets/KHX-HSCP_us.pdfRead 21 October 2026Control box features: independent headset and microphone volume control, 7.1 virtual surround sound control and microphone slide mute. PCWorld calls the volume controls rockers. Buttons stands for the rockers and the 7.1 toggle, slider for the mic mute slide.7Reviewpcworld.com/article/427456/review-the-hyperx-cloud-ii-makes-the-best-sub-100-headset-a-little-better.htmlRead 21 October 2026Review text: the USB soundcard features big rockers for both headset and mic volume, as well as a 7.1 toggle and mic mute. The mic mute slides.
Volume control
In-line remote6Maker spec sheet (PDF)kingston.com/datasheets/KHX-HSCP_us.pdfRead 21 October 2026Independent headset and microphone volume control sits on the USB control box that is in line with the cable.7Reviewpcworld.com/article/427456/review-the-hyperx-cloud-ii-makes-the-best-sub-100-headset-a-little-better.htmlRead 21 October 2026Review text: the volume rockers are on the USB soundcard control box.8Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/hyperx/cloud-2-cloud-iiRead 21 October 2026Public comparison text: the Cloud II has an in-line remote that gives access to a mic mute, volume control and channel mixing. The test results are behind the RTINGS paywall and were not used. RTINGS tested the Kingston-era variant.
Game and chat mix
Not available
Remappable controls
Not available
Wear detection
Not available
Voice assistant
Not available

Comfort and build

Headband type
Padded2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_Cloud2_Headset_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Adjustable, soft-padded leatherette headband.5Reviewlegitreviews.com/hyperx-cloud-ii-gaming-headset-review_157486Read 10 October 2026Design has a padded headband.
Headband material
Leatherette2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_Cloud2_Headset_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Introduction: adjustable, soft-padded leatherette headband.
Frame material
Aluminum1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-iiRead 10 October 2026Frame Type: Aluminum.2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_Cloud2_Headset_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Solid aluminum construction.
Ear cup material
Not available
Ear pad material
Memory foam and premium leatherette1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-iiRead 10 October 2026Ear Cushions: Memory foam and premium leatherette.
Replaceable ear pads
Yes1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-iiRead 10 October 2026The box includes velour ear cushions as a second set.2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_Cloud2_Headset_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 20261 spare set of velour ear cushions in the package contents.5Reviewlegitreviews.com/hyperx-cloud-ii-gaming-headset-review_157486Read 10 October 2026Design has user replaceable earcups.
Ear pad attachment
Not available
Ear pad opening
Not available
Ear tips included
Not available
Dust and water rating
Not available
User-replaceable parts
Ear cushions, Microphone2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_Cloud2_Headset_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Ear cushions are swappable with the spare set. The microphone is detachable.

Software

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Companion app
Not available
App platforms
Not available
User firmware updates
Not available

Dimensions and weight

Headset weight
320g(11.3 oz)6Maker spec sheet (PDF)kingston.com/datasheets/KHX-HSCP_us.pdfRead 21 October 2026Datasheet MKD-301.1US (2015), Specifications, Headset: Weight with microphone and cable: 320g. The figure includes the detachable microphone and the cables. The maker store page gives 0.7 lb.
Headset dimensions
Not available

Certifications

Hi-Res Audio
Not available
Communication certifications
TeamSpeak3Maker spec sheet (PDF)katalog.atcomp.cz/katalog/HP-4P5M0AA/HP-4P5M0AA_datasheet.pdfRead 10 October 2026Certified by TeamSpeak and optimised for Skype. Distributor copy of the maker datasheet for HP part 4P5M0AA.
FCC ID
Not available
Other certifications
Not available

In the box

In the box
Gaming Headset, USB advanced audio control box, Detachable mic, Velour Ear Cushions, Quick Start Guide1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-iiRead 10 October 2026What's In the Box: Gaming Headset, USB advanced audio control box, Detachable mic, Velour Ear Cushions, Quick Start Guide. The older manual also lists a mesh bag, so the carrying case is not stored.
Cables included
TypeLength (m)Count
Attached headset cable with 3.5 mm plug11
Extension cable with USB control box21
Source2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_Cloud2_Headset_Manual.pdfRead 10 October 20261m headset cable plus 2m extension. The manual shows the control box cable with its USB connector.
Carrying case
Not available

Warranty

Manufacturer warranty (source market)
2years1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-iiRead 10 October 2026

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Variants

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Model numberGTINColours
KHX-HSCP-GMNot availableGunmetal
KHX-HSCP-RDNot availableRed
KHX-HSCP-PKNot availablePink
4P5M0AA196188048436Black-Red

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