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HyperX Cloud II – Gaming Headset vs Razer BlackShark V2 X

Researched, not hands-on tested.How we review ›

all judged against headsets at a similar price

The HyperX Cloud II – Gaming Headset scores 6.0/10 overall, ahead of the Razer BlackShark V2 X at 5.8/10.

The HyperX Cloud II – Gaming Headset leads on sound, comfort and noise cancelling and value.

The Razer BlackShark V2 X leads on microphone.

They score the same on connectivity and battery.

HyperX Cloud II – Gaming Headset

HyperX Cloud II – Gaming Headset

6.0/10verdict: good, not the best

The HyperX Cloud II is for gamers who want a wired, closed-back headset that works across PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch and mobile. It suits people who value comfort and a build owners describe as durable. It is a weaker fit for anyone who wants wireless freedom, active noise cancelling or strong bass.

Typically about £68.85 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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Razer BlackShark V2 X

Razer BlackShark V2 X

5.8/10verdict: good, not the best

The Razer BlackShark V2 X is for gamers who want a light, wired headset with a dedicated mic. It suits anyone who can plug into a 3.5 mm jack on PC, console or phone and doesn't need wireless or noise cancelling. It is a poorer fit for people who care most about balanced sound or want a detachable cable.

Typically about £59.99 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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Scores, criterion by criterion

CriterionWeightHyperX Cloud II – Gaming HeadsetRazer BlackShark V2 X
Sound25%6/105/10
Microphone20%5/107/10
Comfort20%8/107/10
Connectivity and battery20%5/105/10
Noise cancelling and value15%6/105/10
Overall6.0/105.8/10

Specifications

SpecHyperX Cloud II – Gaming HeadsetRazer BlackShark V2 X
ConnectionWired: 3.5mm (4-pole CTIA) headset cable, 1m; USB audio control box (USB 2.0, 16-bit, up to 48kHz), 2m USB mixer cableAnalog 3.5 mm, 1.3 m cable
Noise cancellingNo active noise cancelling found; noise-cancelling mic onlyNone; passive isolation only, no active noise cancelling
MicrophoneElectret condenser, uni-directional, noise-cancelling, detachable, sensitivity -42dBV; output -39±3dB, boom 150mm, 6mm capsuleHyperClear cardioid, unidirectional, 100 Hz to 10 kHz, 60 dB signal-to-noise ratio, click-to-mute
Battery lifeNot applicable (wired, no battery listed)not listed
Weight320g headset, 330g with mic240 g
Works withPC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, mobilePC, Mac, PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and mobile (with 3.5mm connector)

Strengths and weaknesses

HyperX Cloud II – Gaming Headset

  • + Owners praise comfort
  • + Build and durability praised by owners
  • + Wide platform support, with both 3.5mm and USB
  • − Wired only, with no wireless option
  • − Owners report limited bass
  • − Owner feedback on the mic is mixed

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who want a wireless or Bluetooth headset with a battery.
  • Anyone who wants active noise cancelling for travel or noisy rooms.
  • Listeners who want strong, bass-heavy sound.
Read the full HyperX Cloud II – Gaming Headset review ›

Razer BlackShark V2 X

  • + Light at 240 g; owners praise long-session comfort
  • + Owners praise the cardioid microphone
  • + 3.5 mm connection works across many platforms
  • − Owners report muffled, flat sound with 7.1 on
  • − Cable is fixed and can snag
  • − No wireless connection or active noise cancelling

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who want Bluetooth, a wireless dongle or multipoint
  • Anyone who needs active noise cancelling for noisy rooms or commuting
  • Listeners who care most about balanced sound for music or surround
Read the full Razer BlackShark V2 X review ›

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