1. Introduction2. Unboxing and First Look3. Testing4. Conclusion5. View All Pages

Much like the HyperX Cloud II, the CloudX comes in some of the best packaging I have ever seen for a gaming headset. The box resembles what you would expect from a high-end headphone like the Sennheiser HD650s, which also come in a hard case for protection. It really does give a great first impression and is a good indicator of the quality you can expect from the final product.

Inside you will find the headset itself, which looks great but also feels built to last thanks to the anodised aluminium frame, which in this instance is silver. The rest of the earcups are coating in a rubberised matte finish with an aluminium centre featuring the HyperX logo.

The headband is padded with memory foam with a leatherette cover. There is white stitching around the edge and the HyperX logo is also stitched into the headband which is a very nice touch that helps this particular headset stand out from the competition. It is clear that Kingston has put a lot of effort into crafting a stylish, quality headset, which is refreshing as many other gaming headsets in the sub-£100 price point tend to make heavy use of cheap plastic.

The microphone hooks into the left ear cup and can be removed at will. It comes on a flexible arm too so repositioning the microphone is easy as possible.

The inside of the ear cups are cushioned by memory foam. However, you do get two variants, one featuring a leatherette material, which will offer better noise isolation and create a better seal around the ear. The second pair of earcups you get are velvet covered, which will allow for more sound to leak through but they are softer and may be more comfortable for some.

This isn't an option you would normally get when buying a gaming headset, so it is excellent to see Kingston offering this level of choice to buyers.

While the HyperX Cloud II came with a USB soundcard, which the headset's 3.5mm jack connector would then plug into, the CloudX headset comes with an in-line controller instead as this headset is intended for both PC and console use. As a result, you will be relying on your system's built-in audio solution.

In terms of accessories, the CloudX comes with a smaller hard carrying case for the headset. You also get a connection splitter for PC users, allowing you to plug in a separate headphone and microphone jack in case you struggle getting both connections to run through the default single cable. Overall, the CloudX really does offer an outstanding package overall.

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