HyperX Cloud Stinger 2

Works on Windows, with a mute control.

HeadsetA light wired PC headset whose mic mutes when you flip it up

Maker price $49.99 at HyperX ↗ · checked Nov 2, 2026

Platform connections

“Works” means the maker lists that platform for the connection shown; “Maker doesn't say” means it doesn't mention it either way. On a headset, it also depends on the edition you pick.

HyperX Cloud Stinger 2: how it connects and what you can adjust

Over the cable

HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 microphone
Its 3.5 mm plug
Mic input on your PC or console
Game chat

Connections: 3.5 mm · PC splitter cable (3.5 mm)
Mute: Swivel-to-mute: flip the mic up to mute
Hear yourself: Not listed by the maker

Choose it if…

You want game sound and voice chat in one headset.
You are happy to check your voice with your chat app’s mic test instead of hearing yourself continuously in headphones.
You want a wearable microphone rather than a separate desk stand or arm.

Before choosing this model

HyperX lists this edition for PC only; it sells separate PlayStation and Xbox editions of the Cloud Stinger 2.
This is the PC edition: for a console, buy the edition HyperX makes for it.
No stand or arm needed: the mic is on the headset.
Use the cable in the box; you only need an adapter if your computer lacks that port.

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Controls and specifications

PC. Software: Not listed by the maker.

Connections, controls and fit
Connections	3.5 mm · PC splitter cable (3.5 mm)
Microphone mute	Swivel-to-mute: flip the mic up to mute
Monitoring	Not listed by the maker
Chat controls	swivel-to-mute boom mic · onboard audio controls
Mounts	Not listed by the maker
Dimensions	Not listed by the maker

In the box and parts
Included parts	Cloud Stinger 2 headset · PC extension cable · Quick start guide
Additional parts	Depends on how you connect it and the headphones you use.

Manufacturer specifications for HyperX Cloud Stinger 2.
Compatibility the maker lists	PC
Microphone	Electret condenser, swivel-to-mute, noise-cancelling
Pickup pattern	Bi-directional, noise-cancelling
Drivers	50 mm dynamic
Cable	2 m (6.56 ft) headset cable; 15 cm (0.49 ft) PC splitter cable
Weight	272 g (HyperX lists 0.60 lb)
In the box	Gaming headset · PC extension cable · Quick start guide

Questions about the HyperX Cloud Stinger 2

Does the HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 work on PS5?

HyperX doesn't list the PS5 for this headset (this is its PC edition; for a console, buy the edition HyperX makes for it), so we don't mark it as working there.

Set it up for game chat.

Connect the parts shown in the diagram. If you use XLR, connect the microphone to the interface before selecting it in your app.
Choose the intended input in the operating system. Run the Discord input check or use your console’s microphone test.
Check speaking level and mute with headphones on. Change only one gain, sensitivity or suppression control between tests.

References

HyperX HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 – Gaming Headset