Gaming / Headsets and headphones
HyperXGaming headset
Cloud Stinger 2 Core
Released September 2022.12Spec databasedropreference.com/en/product/0196548418183Read 20 October 2026Database entry for the PC edition 683L9AA lists a release date of 26-09-2022. The HyperX US store created the 683L9AA listing on 2022-09-29 and the PlayStation and Xbox listings on 2022-10-13. No maker press release was found. The PlayStation and Xbox editions may have followed in October 2022. Last checked 21 October 2026.
- Form factor
- Over-ear
- Audio connections
- Analog
- Active noise cancelling
- No
- Battery life (claimed, max)
- Not available
61 of 161 fields known.
General
- Model numbers
- 683L9AA, 6H9B5AA, 6H9B6AA, 6H9B7AA, 6H9B8AA1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-stinger-2-core-wired-gaming-headsetRead 20 October 2026US store SKU 683L9AA for PC. The PS5-PS4 page lists 6H9B5AA (White) and 6H9B6AA (Black). The Xbox page lists 6H9B7AA (White) and 6H9B8AA (Black).5Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-stinger-2-core-wired-gaming-headset-ps5Read 20 October 20266H9B5AA White, 6H9B6AA Black.6Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloudx-stinger-2-core-wired-gaming-headset-xboxRead 20 October 20266H9B7AA White, 6H9B8AA Black.
- GTIN / EAN
- 196548418183, 196786000362, 196786000416, 196786000430, 1967860004851Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-stinger-2-core-wired-gaming-headsetRead 20 October 2026Store variant barcodes: 683L9AA 196548418183, 6H9B5AA 196786000362, 6H9B6AA 196786000416, 6H9B7AA 196786000430, 6H9B8AA 196786000485. Each barcode is joined to its SKU through the store variant id.5Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-stinger-2-core-wired-gaming-headset-ps5Read 20 October 20266H9B5AA 196786000362 and 6H9B6AA 196786000416 from the store variant data.6Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloudx-stinger-2-core-wired-gaming-headset-xboxRead 20 October 20266H9B7AA 196786000430 and 6H9B8AA 196786000485 from the store variant data.
- Announced
- Not available
- Predecessor
- Not available
- Successor
- Not available
- Launch price (US)
- Not available
- Launch price (EU)
- Not available
Design
- Ear cup enclosure
- Closed1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-stinger-2-core-wired-gaming-headsetRead 20 October 2026Technical Specifications / Form Factor: Over ear, circumaural, closed back.
- Swivelling ear cups
- No10Measurementtechporn.ph/hyperx-cloud-stinger-2-core-reviewRead 20 October 2026Spec section: the Core is basically the Stinger 2 without the cup swivel mechanism. The Stinger 2 has rotating ear cups per the maker's 2022 launch release. The ergonomics section also credits a bit of swivel, read as the tilt of the cups, which does not count for this field.14Retailer pageus.amazon.com/HyperX-CloudX-Stinger-Swivel-Mute/dp/B0BDGTM1DPRead 21 October 2026Amazon US listing for the Xbox edition, From the manufacturer comparison table of the Stinger 2 Core PC, Xbox and PlayStation editions: 90-degree rotating ear cups is marked with a cross for every edition. The maker table denies 90-degree rotation only.
- Lighting zones
- Not available
Drivers and sound
- Drivers per side
- Not available
- Diaphragm material
- Not available
- Frequency response (wired or passive)
- Min10 HzMax25 kHz1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-stinger-2-core-wired-gaming-headsetRead 20 October 2026Technical Specifications / Frequency Response: 10 Hz - 25 kHz.
- Wireless audio transmission band
- Not available
- Impedance (passive when specified)
- 32.5Ω2Maker product pagerow.hyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-stinger-2-core-wired-gaming-headsetRead 20 October 2026Battery and power block lists Impedance 32.5 ohm. UK store and support articles say the same. Powered or passive state not stated.
- Sensitivity (passive when specified)
- 95dB1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-stinger-2-core-wired-gaming-headsetRead 20 October 2026Technical Specifications / Sensitivity: 95 dBSPL/mW at 1 kHz.
- Sensitivity reference
- Per 1 mW1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-stinger-2-core-wired-gaming-headsetRead 20 October 2026The published reference is per mW.
- Max input power
- Not available
- Max digital audio sample rate
- Not available
- Max digital audio bit depth
- Not available
- 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 licence included
- Not available
- Head tracking
- Not available
Noise cancelling
- 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
- Follows the reviewer's target curve loosely. Bass is boosted through the lower mids with a dip between 50 and 60 Hz. The lower treble is smooth and the upper treble has peaks that add airiness.10Measurementtechporn.ph/hyperx-cloud-stinger-2-core-reviewRead 20 October 2026Review dated 2023-08-13, reviewer's own rig and target curve. Bass boost reaches the lower mids, a dip sits between 50 and 60 Hz, the lower treble is relatively smooth and the upper treble peaks. Firmware does not apply. PC edition.
- 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
ANC on Overall (dB) No 20.1 - Noise isolation (measured, best)
- 20.1dB
- Passive isolation (measured)
- 20.1dB
- Mic quality notes
- Accentuated mids and treble with some sibilance on-axis. Output is relatively low compared with other headsets.10Measurementtechporn.ph/hyperx-cloud-stinger-2-core-reviewRead 20 October 2026Review text on the reviewer's microphone recordings: accentuated midrange and treble with a bit of sibilance, and a relatively low output compared with other headsets.
- 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
- Fixed boom1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-stinger-2-core-wired-gaming-headsetRead 20 October 2026Maker overview calls it a swivel-to-mute microphone. Techporn says it is non-removable. No detachable microphone is listed.10Measurementtechporn.ph/hyperx-cloud-stinger-2-core-reviewRead 20 October 2026The bi-directional electret microphone is non-removable.
- Microphone element
- Electret condenser1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-stinger-2-core-wired-gaming-headsetRead 20 October 2026Technical Specifications: Electret condenser microphone.
- Microphone pickup pattern
- Bidirectional1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-stinger-2-core-wired-gaming-headsetRead 20 October 2026Technical Specifications / Polar Pattern: Bi-directional, noise-cancelling.
- Total microphones
- Not available
- Mic frequency response
- Min100 HzMax15.6 kHz3Maker product pagesupportcenter.hyperx.com/articles/cloud-stinger-2-core/hyperx-cloud-stinger-2-core-specifications/695e9c45d0fb380a4727868fRead 20 October 2026Microphone: Frequency response 100 Hz - 15.6 kHz. The store pages do not print this row. Techporn lists 100-15,600 Hz.
- Mic sensitivity
- -40.5dB1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-stinger-2-core-wired-gaming-headsetRead 20 October 2026Technical Specifications: -40.5 dBV (1 V/Pa at 1 kHz).
- Mic signal-to-noise
- Not available
- Mic sample rate
- Not available
- Mic noise reduction
- Not available
- Flip to mute
- Yes1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-stinger-2-core-wired-gaming-headsetRead 20 October 2026Overview: mute the mic simply by flipping it up and out of the way.4Owner's manualfiles.hyperx.com/Manuals/Headsets/Cloud_Stinger_2_Core/HyperX_Cloud_Stinger_2_Core_QSG.pdfRead 20 October 2026Guide: Swivel to Mute Microphone.10Measurementtechporn.ph/hyperx-cloud-stinger-2-core-reviewRead 20 October 2026The microphone supports a flip-to-mute function.
- Mute button
- Not available
- Mute indicator
- Not available
- Sidetone
- Not available
- Adjustable sidetone
- Not available
- Foam microphone windscreen
- Yes10Measurementtechporn.ph/hyperx-cloud-stinger-2-core-reviewRead 20 October 2026Scope of delivery lists a microphone windscreen, and the text says the microphone comes with its own windscreen from the factory. The maker lists none.11Reviewgadgetpilipinas.net/2023/07/hyperx-cloud-stinger-2-core-reviewRead 20 October 2026Review: you get a foam filter for the microphone to help with popping and wind. The box also holds a DTS Headphone:X 2 year activation code, a quick start guide, a warranty card and a 15 cm PC splitter cable, which fits the PC edition.
Connectivity
- Audio connections
- Analog2Maker product pagerow.hyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-stinger-2-core-wired-gaming-headsetRead 20 October 2026Only the wired 3.5mm audio connection is listed. There is no USB or wireless path.
- Analog source plugs
- 3.5 mm TRRS2Maker product pagerow.hyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-stinger-2-core-wired-gaming-headsetRead 20 October 2026Multimedia and input devices: Audio connection Wired 3.5mm (4-pole CTIA).
- Cable connector on headset
- Fixed cable10Measurementtechporn.ph/hyperx-cloud-stinger-2-core-reviewRead 20 October 2026Review: the cable is non-removable. It is about 2 m long plus 20 cm with the splitter on the PC edition.13Retailer pagebestbuy.com/product/hyperx-cloud-stinger-2-core-wired-gaming-headset-for-pc-black/JJG3J6FKCLRead 21 October 2026Specifications / Connectivity: Detachable Cord No. The 3.5 mm cable is fixed to the headset.
- Longest included cable
- Not available
- Headset USB plug or port
- Not available
- Audio over USB-C cable
- Not available
- 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, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PS5, PS44Owner's manualfiles.hyperx.com/Manuals/Headsets/Cloud_Stinger_2_Core/HyperX_Cloud_Stinger_2_Core_QSG.pdfRead 20 October 2026The PC edition guide has setup blocks for PC or Notebook, Xbox Series X|S or PlayStation 5, and Mobile (Phone/Tablet). Mobile names no operating system and is not stored. The store lists the console editions for PS5 and PS4 and for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One.5Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-stinger-2-core-wired-gaming-headset-ps5Read 20 October 2026Technical Specifications / Compatibility: PS5, PS4, PlayStation.6Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloudx-stinger-2-core-wired-gaming-headset-xboxRead 20 October 2026Technical Specifications / Compatibility: Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One.
- Connection per platform
Platform Connection Windows Analog Xbox Series X|S Analog Xbox One Analog PS5 Analog PS4 Analog - Official licence
- Official Xbox Licensed7Maker product pagehp.com/au-en/shop/hyperx-cloud-stinger-2-core-gaming-headsets-xbox-white-6h9b7aa.htmlRead 20 October 2026HP Australia store page for 6H9B7AA, feature text: Official Xbox Licensed headset. HyperX is an HP brand. The PlayStation page has no equivalent licence line, so no PlayStation licence is stored.
Battery and charging
- 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
- 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
- Volume wheel1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-stinger-2-core-wired-gaming-headsetRead 20 October 2026Audio controls are onboard. The only named control is the volume wheel. The microphone mutes by swivel.4Owner's manualfiles.hyperx.com/Manuals/Headsets/Cloud_Stinger_2_Core/HyperX_Cloud_Stinger_2_Core_QSG.pdfRead 20 October 2026Guide: Volume Wheel and Swivel to Mute Microphone.
- Volume control
- Wheel1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-stinger-2-core-wired-gaming-headsetRead 20 October 2026Support article: scroll the volume wheel up or down to adjust volume.4Owner's manualfiles.hyperx.com/Manuals/Headsets/Cloud_Stinger_2_Core/HyperX_Cloud_Stinger_2_Core_QSG.pdfRead 20 October 2026Guide: Volume Wheel, scroll up or down to adjust volume level.
- Remappable controls
- Not available
- Wear detection
- Not available
- Voice assistant
- Not available
Comfort and build
- Headband material
- Plastic13Retailer pagebestbuy.com/product/hyperx-cloud-stinger-2-core-wired-gaming-headset-for-pc-black/JJG3J6FKCLRead 21 October 2026Specifications / Material: Headband Material Plastic.
- Frame material
- Plastic1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-stinger-2-core-wired-gaming-headsetRead 20 October 2026Technical Specifications / Frame Type: Plastic.
- Ear cup material
- Not available
- Ear pad material
- Soft foam & fabric1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-stinger-2-core-wired-gaming-headsetRead 20 October 2026Technical Specifications / Ear Cushions: Soft foam & fabric.
- Replaceable ear pads
- Not available
- Ear pad attachment
- Not available
- Ear pad opening
- Not available
- Ear tips included
- Not available
- Dust and water rating
- Not available
- User-replaceable parts
- Not available
Software
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- Companion app
- Not available
- App platforms
- Not available
- User firmware updates
- Not available
Dimensions and weight
Front and side, drawn to scale.
- Headset weight
- 275g(9.7 oz)2Maker product pagerow.hyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-stinger-2-core-wired-gaming-headsetRead 20 October 2026Weights: Weight 275g, package weight 614g. The US store shows 0.60 lb. Techporn lists 272 g. The maker value is stored.
- Headset dimensions
- Width179Height195Depth95mm(7 × 7.7 × 3.7 in)2Maker product pagerow.hyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-stinger-2-core-wired-gaming-headsetRead 20 October 2026Dimensions (W x D x H): 17.9 x 9.5 x 19.5 cm. The PS and Xbox ROW pages print 179 x 95 x 195 mm. Mapped to width 179, depth 95 and height 195 mm.
Certifications
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- Hi-Res Audio
- Not available
- Communication certifications
- Not available
- FCC ID
- Not available
- Other certifications
- Not available
In the box
- In the box
- Gaming Headset, PC splitter cable, DTS Headphone:X instruction card (2 year activation code), Quick Start Guide8Maker product pagehp.com/au-en/shop/accessories/hyperx-cloud-stinger-2-core-gaming-headsets-683l9aa.htmlRead 20 October 2026HP Australia box contents for 683L9AA list a PC extension cable and a DTS Headphone:X 2 year activation code. The quick start guide and support overview name the same parts as a PC splitter cable and a DTS Headphone:X instruction card. The guide wording is stored.9Maker product pagesupportcenter.hyperx.com/articles/cloud-stinger-2-core/hyperx-cloud-stinger-2-core-overview/6a0b3ba5e7e2df104b967997Read 20 October 2026Overview parts: A Gaming Headset, B PC Splitter Cable, C DTS Headphone:X Instruction Card.
- Cables included
Type Count Fixed headset cable with 4-pole 3.5 mm plug 1
Links
- Product page
- hyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-stinger-2-core-wired-gaming-headset1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-stinger-2-core-wired-gaming-headsetRead 20 October 2026US store page for the PC edition, SKU 683L9AA, Black. The store lists the PlayStation and Xbox editions on their own pages.
- Spec sheet
- supportcenter.hyperx.com/articles/cloud-stinger-2-core/hyperx-cloud-stinger-2-core-specifications/695e9c45d0fb380a4727868f3Maker product pagesupportcenter.hyperx.com/articles/cloud-stinger-2-core/hyperx-cloud-stinger-2-core-specifications/695e9c45d0fb380a4727868fRead 20 October 2026HyperX Support Center specifications article for the PC edition.
- Manual
- files.hyperx.com/Manuals/Headsets/Cloud_Stinger_2_Core/HyperX_Cloud_Stinger_2_Core_QSG.pdf4Owner's manualfiles.hyperx.com/Manuals/Headsets/Cloud_Stinger_2_Core/HyperX_Cloud_Stinger_2_Core_QSG.pdfRead 20 October 2026Quick start guide 4402236B for the PC edition, English first page.
- EPREL registration number
- Not available
Warranty
- Manufacturer warranty (source market)
- 2years1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-stinger-2-core-wired-gaming-headsetRead 20 October 2026Warranty tab: 2 year.
Compare with
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Variants
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| Model number | GTIN | Colours | Compatible platforms | Connection per platform | Official licence | In the box | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 683L9AA | 196548418183 | Black | Windows, Xbox Series X|S, PS5 | Show 3 rows
| Not available | Gaming Headset, PC splitter cable, DTS Headphone:X instruction card (2 year activation code), Quick Start Guide | ||||||||
| 6H9B5AA | 196786000362 | White | PS5, PS4 | Show 2 rows
| Not available | Gaming Headset, Quick Start Guide | ||||||||
| 6H9B6AA | 196786000416 | Black | PS5, PS4 | Show 2 rows
| Not available | Gaming Headset, Quick Start Guide | ||||||||
| 6H9B7AA | 196786000430 | White | Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One | Show 2 rows
| Official Xbox Licensed | Gaming Headset, Quick Start Guide | ||||||||
| 6H9B8AA | 196786000485 | Black | Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One | Show 2 rows
| Official Xbox Licensed | Gaming Headset, Quick Start Guide |
Sources
We read 14 sources for this headset. The numbers match the markers in the sheet.
- Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-stinger-2-core-wired-gaming-headset
- Maker product pagerow.hyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-stinger-2-core-wired-gaming-headset
- Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-stinger-2-core-wired-gaming-headset-ps5
- Spec databasedropreference.com/en/product/0196548418183
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