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HyperX Cloud Flight S - Wireless Gaming Headset, 7.1 Surround Sound, 30 Hour Battery Life, Qi Wireless Charging, Detachable Microphone with LED Mute Indicator, Compatible with PC & PS4

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Brand HyperX
Model Name Cloud Flight S
Color Black
Form Factor Over Ear
Connectivity Technology Wireless

About this item

  • Frequency response 10Hz–20kHz.Headphones fit type:Over-Ear
  • Gaming-grade 2.4 GHz wireless connectivity
  • Long lasting battery life - up to 30 hours
  • Qi Certified for wireless charging
  • HyperX custom-tuned 7.1 surround sound.Polar Pattern: Bi-directional, Noise-canceling type
  • Game and chat, audio balance
  • Signature HyperX comfort and durability
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For gaming
4.1
4.2
4.0
4.3
4.3
4.2
Noise cancellation
4.0
4.0
3.8
4.4
4.4
3.7
Sound quality
3.9
4.1
4.0
4.3
4.3
4.5
Value for money
3.5
4.7
4.7
3.6
Volume control
4.2
4.3
4.3
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Wireless Low Latency, Bluetooth, USB-C
headphones form factor
Over Ear
Over Ear
Over Ear
Over Ear
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wireless
wireless
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3 5mm Jack
3.5mm Jack
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noise control
active noise cancellation
sound isolation
sound isolation
active noise cancellation
active noise cancellation
active noise cancellation
headphones jack
3.5 mm Jack
3.5 mm Jack
3.5 mm Jack
3.5 mm Jack
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Detachable
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Retractable
Retractable
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From the manufacturer

2.4GHz wireless, 30 hr battery

Get wireless freedom with fast connectivity. Play more and charge less thanks to long-lasting battery life that keeps the good times going.

Qi Certified wireless charging

Rotate the locking earcups into position and enjoy the first free-standing Qi charging gaming headset.

7.1 surround sound

Surround sound tuned to prioritize the audio elements that are most important to gamers, so you’ll get the most out of your gaming experience.

Signature HyperX comfort

With extra plush memory foam and breathable leatherette, Cloud Flight S is perfect for those late night gaming marathons.

Detachable microphone with LED mute indicator

The TeamSpeak and Discord certified mic gives you crystal clear communication with your team and features an LED mute indicator and mic monitoring. When you’re done gaming, simply detach it when you’re listening to music.

Customizable onboard controls

Set up the onboard controls to your liking with the powerful, easy-to-use HyperX NGENUITY software.

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    The HyperX Cloud Flight S gives you an impressive 30 hours of long-lasting wireless gaming freedom It’s the first free-standing Qi-charging wireless gaming headset giving you the convenience of both wireless charging and 2.4 GHz wireless audio connectivity Activate HyperX custom-tuned virtual 7.1 surround sound and unlock an extra level of immersion from your audio entertainment with a touch of your ear cup Adjust the balance of game and chat volume easily by pressing the onboard controls bypassing all those system menus If you want to further tune things to your wishes you can customize the intuitive ear cup controls with easy-to-use HyperX Ngenuity software Cloud Flight S features HyperX’s signature comfort thanks to extra plush memory foam and breathable leatherette It’s built with durable steel sliders to help absorb some of the wear and tear of daily use The flexible detachable microphone is Discord and TeamSpeak certified and features an LED mic mute indicator and mic monitoring functionality It also has 90° rotating ear cups so you can rest the headset comfortably around your neck and their innovative locking design keeps the headset stable as it charges Tested at 50% headphone volume Virtual 7.1 surround sound effect output as a 2 channel stereo signal to be used with stereo headphones.

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    Customer reviews

    4.4 out of 5 stars
    4.4 out of 5
    4,668 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the comfort and wireless charging of the headphones. For example, they mention the earpieces are nice and soft, and the cups completely envelope their ears. That said, opinions are mixed on sound quality, quality, mic quality, performance, and value.

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    128 customers mention102 positive26 negative

    Customers like the comfort of the headphones. For example, they mention the earpieces are nice and soft, and the cups comfortably fit over their ears. Some say that the cups completely envelope their ears with little to no contact on their ears

    "...The fact that these are comfortable with the QI technology. Not heavy at all on the ears when the headset is positioned to your liking...." Read more

    "...Ear Cups:Cushions are thick and reasonably comfortable...." Read more

    "...The cups completely envelope my ears with little to no contact on my ears...." Read more

    "...The battery life is very nice and the headset feels good (earpieces are nice and soft)...." Read more

    71 customers mention57 positive14 negative

    Customers like the wireless charging feature of the headphones. They mention it's easy to set up and works well. Some say that the wireless range and charge life are all solid. Overall, most are satisfied with the wireless capabilities of the product.

    "...at these headphones then you are definitely looking at the QI wireless charging feature...." Read more

    "...Setup/usability: Extremely easy to set up and was fully charged out of the box...." Read more

    "...The main selling point I think of this headset is the wireless range. Its crazy long. My office is on main floor and in center of the house...." Read more

    "...Wireless distance - It makes it to the sink so I can listen while washing dishes. That's the other end of the house, which is exactly what I wanted...." Read more

    63 customers mention51 positive12 negative

    Customers like the battery life of the headphones. They say the charge easily lasts days, and the battery is a beast. Some customers also mention that the headset has a 30 minute shut off to save battery.

    "...(or so I've been told by my gaming squad), adjustability, good battery life...." Read more

    "...Seems like the battery is a beast. I tried the 7.1 surround sound on Spotify and just WOW, amazing quality. Love it...." Read more

    "...Battery: The battery charge easily lasts days (8-10 hours/day) and sound quality does not decrease with diminishing battery life like others I have..." Read more

    "...The battery life is very nice and the headset feels good (earpieces are nice and soft)...." Read more

    292 customers mention150 positive142 negative

    Customers are mixed about the sound quality of the headphones. Some mention that the sound does not decrease with diminishing battery life, it gives an audio cue when the headset is getting low, and the noise cancelation on this headset is excellent. They can hear enemies above, below, and behind them. Others say that it's so loud and literally painful to hear, with random buzzing and loud static. Some customers also mention that their voice was clear but their breathing was also very loud.

    "...However, they sound great without the audio enhancements when using it as a stereo headset.Headset controls are simple and easy to use...." Read more

    "...I had been told by others that my voice was clear but my breathing was also very loud. This may have just been the lack of adjustment of the mic...." Read more

    "...PROS: Excellent noise cancellation (it's so good that I cannot hear my own voice at all, which is an awkward feeling for me), awesome sound quality,..." Read more

    "...The battery charge easily lasts days (8-10 hours/day) and sound quality does not decrease with diminishing battery life like others I have used. *..." Read more

    175 customers mention105 positive70 negative

    Customers are mixed about the quality of the headphones. Some mention that it has amazing quality, is a solid headset, and has a robust equalizer that allows you to tweak. However, others say that it's a little bulky and not the best, the earcup has let go and is coming apart, and is dissatisfied with the performance and the app.

    "...Construction is solid and the ear muffs are big and comfy. The fact that these are comfortable with the QI technology...." Read more

    "...In general, I also am just not very happy with the app, it feels like an inconvenience that I have to use it and typically keep it open to make sure..." Read more

    "...up to 15+/week for almost 4 months now and this is, by far, the best gaming headset I've tried...." Read more

    "...The headset has decent build and sound quality...." Read more

    71 customers mention41 positive30 negative

    Customers are mixed about the performance of the headphones. Some mention that it works very well, while others say that it does not work well. Some say that the 1/4" jack works well, and others say it does no work at all.

    "...Software is something to be desired but totally functional and they update it from time to time...." Read more

    "...As far as I can tell, it only works with external voice chat software (I used Discord), and likely doesn't work for games with built-in voice..." Read more

    "...It works great!I live in an apartment with concrete walls, so the wireless range for me is much shorter than advertised...." Read more

    "...Love it. I really love the mic monitoring feature, works like a charm. Have not tried the GAME-CHAT Balance but I can see its merits...." Read more

    69 customers mention33 positive36 negative

    Customers are mixed about the mic quality of the headphones. Some mention that the mic is decent, clear, and good for speaking on the phone. However, others say that the sound quality is excellent, but the mic itself is not very good. Additionally, some customers report that the attached mic no longer works and is a bit wobbly in the 3.5mm jack slot on the headset.

    "...The software allows you to adjust volume, microphone volume, mic monitoring (hear yourself talking into your mic), 7.1 mode, or game-chat balance...." Read more

    "...you will continue to hear the audio perfectly fine, but the mic will randomly reconnect and un-mute after about 10-15feet...." Read more

    "...Love it. I really love the mic monitoring feature, works like a charm. Have not tried the GAME-CHAT Balance but I can see its merits...." Read more

    "...ONE and fixed all of their problems like the faulty receiving, bad mic quality, headset fitting device, bad software..." Read more

    56 customers mention30 positive26 negative

    Customers are mixed about the value of the headphones. Some mention that it's good for its asking price, a good upgrade for budget gamers, and a respectable choice for business. However, others say that it doesn't worth the price, has fatal flaws, and that the company cheaped out on the charging port.

    "...headset offerings, and it pulls double duty as being a very respectable choice for business as well!..." Read more

    "TL;DR: IMO, Overpriced at MSRP ($160) but decent buy at $120 (Amazon Sale price). The headset has decent build and sound quality...." Read more

    "...noise-cancelling, 7.1 surround, comfortable headphones at a reasonable price." Read more

    "...However, for the price of 160$ I would say its overpriced. I got mine because I had an amazon gift card I found and was like what the heck...." Read more

    Solid headset but overpriced at MSRP
    4 Stars
    Solid headset but overpriced at MSRP
    TL;DR: IMO, Overpriced at MSRP ($160) but decent buy at $120 (Amazon Sale price). The headset has decent build and sound quality.Personally, I feel that this headset would be a 5/5, at $100 given its features, build & sound quality. Not quite a 5 star product at MSRP. I used these for about 6 months and plan to to continue using these until they break.Sound quality:This is very subjective and a can of worms I don't really want to open. In short, it's good not great. For reference: I enjoy Sony and Master & Dynamic sound signatures. My ideal signature is clear but without shrills and has good bass without being muddy and overwhelming. I've found the HyperX Cloud Flight S to sound decent, but slightly muffled/veiled in comparison to what I typically like. I prefer a sound signatures that follows some what closely to the Harman Curve. If you read Crinacle (In-Ear Fidelity), I generally agree with his opinions more often that not.Microphone:I can't comment much on this as I use a dedicated microphone (Samson Q2U--which I have also reviewed on Amazon). I have used the Cloud Flight S mic maybe once or twice in the few months I've owned this headset and I had been told by others that my voice was clear but my breathing was also very loud. This may have just been the lack of adjustment of the mic. The microphone itself is pretty flexible and adjustable, though it does not retract into the headset itself. It is removable which is nice for those who have a dedicated mic.Ear Cups:Cushions are thick and reasonably comfortable. It does look a bit goofy on the head given how much width it adds and does feel a bit tight, warm and fatiguing over long sessions. One thing I noticed is that each pad has 4 holes that expose the red cushioning under the pleather wrapping (as shown in a picture). I'm not quite sure of the reasoning behind this (it was like this brand new). The cushions have outer flaps that are secured via tension but is easy to remove.Wireless Charging / Charging:Although some call this a gimmick, I call this the new standard. Given how many things people charge these days (laptops, tablets, phones, smart watches), placing the headset on a charging pad is a very nice touch. I purchased my first wireless qi chargers from Amazon years ago (Anker $10 puck like pad), and it works perfectly with this headset. Note that charging the headset does turn it off so its important to keep it topped off. It is a bit of bummer that it is micro USB instead of USB C but that's not the end of the world. Note that wireless charging only works with the left ear cup and does make the outer part of the ear cup warm to the touch.Software:**It has been recently updated to run in the System Tray and no longer sits on the task bar**. Prior to this update, the NGENUITY software would have to stay minimized on the task bar in order for it to work. The NGENUITY software is simple and works fine for me, I don't need cloud syncing like I have with Razer Synapse (which gives me more headaches than desired functionality). The application is also downloaded via the Microsoft Store which may be a downer for some who don't like using it; however you do have the added peace of mind that Microsoft supposedly certifies the application (checks for viruses/malware and other issues with the app before it's allowed to go live). The software allows you to adjust volume, microphone volume, mic monitoring (hear yourself talking into your mic), 7.1 mode, or game-chat balance. Game-chat balance appears to basically reduces game volume if you move the balance bar towards chat, and reduces voice chat volume as you move your game-chat balance bar towards game. As far as I can tell, it only works with external voice chat software (I used Discord), and likely doesn't work for games with built-in voice chat.Other notes:- The 7.1 is basically a non-feature. Using it makes the headphones sound absolutely awful. Hopefully there's a software update that allows you to rebind the dedicated 7.1 button to some other functionality. IMO, it is really bizzare that HyperX gave a dedicated hardware button to the (non)-functionality.- Plastic looks cheap up close but decent from a distance. Feels a bit cheap when touched.- Four buttons can be bound to headset functionality or multimedia functionality. The buttons themselves don't feel particularly special (feels like pressing buttons on a microwave or dishwasher).- The volume wheel is ratchetted and changes the volume by 2 units (out of 100 on Windows 10) for each ratchet. Note that the ratcheting mechanism has pretty low resistance and find myself turning more than I expected.- Plugging in the USB receiver leaves an active sound device on your machine (exactly what I wanted). This means I can easily switch between the headphones and my speakers using hot keys with SoundSwitch. I do have to manually press the power button to turn on the headphones, but it beats having to deal with bluetooth pairing or dealing with cables.
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    Reviewed in the United States on May 4, 2022
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    Reviewed in the United States on May 4, 2022
    HyperX Cloud Flight S - Wireless Gaming Headset

    Who is this headset for? Well people who want a clean desktop. I specifically bought this headset not for its Sound (more on that later) but for the Wireless charging capabilities.

    Cord Cutters will love these headphones for that extra umph in a clutter free desk. I went to war on wires about 1 year ago. I have to say that these were perfect in my personal war against wires.

    But god I do love the QI. It is freaking AWESOME just being able to sit them down on my charger without any additional wires, no plugging in, no fiddling around the direction of the usb, and all the while making my desk just a little bit cleaner. Speaking of USB it uses a standard micro USB port if you wish not to use the QI.

    If you are looking at these headphones then you are definitely looking at the QI wireless charging feature. Having owned many QI devices since its infancy as you might guess I am a big QI fan. So i’ll say this once this is a very impressive cord cutting feature.

    Construction is solid and the ear muffs are big and comfy. The fact that these are comfortable with the QI technology. Not heavy at all on the ears when the headset is positioned to your liking. It took me a couple of days to get the right feeling. For me the head part of the headset sits towards the front middle not middle or back of my head. For others that may vary. But the fact remaining with QI enabled on these babies is a God Sin. After two years of use you will see a little wear and tear but nothing to damaging.

    The way they are weighted they stand on either side of the ear cups. However, only one side charges on any QI wireless pad that lies flat on a surface. In theory I guess you can use a vertical pad with them (at an angle) although I never tried it.

    Now Sound. Now these are the only QI wireless that have 7.1 surround sound. I found another pair of QI headphones called KitSound. They were my second options but the 7.1 Ultimately swayed me to buy the HyperX Cloud.

    Speaking of sound. I must confess these are my first 7.1 surround sound headset so I am basing my experience with plain own common sense. They sound great! HyperX software and they sound even better when playing games that they support. I.E Apex which is the game I play, Modern Warfare, Overwatch, PUBG, and others. Music sounds great , games like Forza, Final Fantasy, sounds great.

    Software is something to be desired but totally functional and they update it from time to time. However, they sound great without the audio enhancements when using it as a stereo headset.

    Headset controls are simple and easy to use. Software also allows you to remap the buttons with the headset to a certain degree. Remapping all 4 buttons was super useful.

    Durability is good. Bought these in 2020 took a couple of basic falls and still kicking.

    Ear cushions are big and comfy. Can get a little hot when gaming long sessions. A breather every now and then helps.

    Listening to music through iTunes is not bad. Furthermore, using any software equalizer greatly improves the sound of these headphones when listening to music. I would say if you want pure enjoyment from the sound only you might want to look elsewhere. Noise cancellation is non-existent. However, if you want that QI function with some other cool functions in a good sounding pair of headphones then this is your Huckleberry.
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    Reviewed in the United States on May 17, 2021
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    4.0 out of 5 stars Solid headset but overpriced at MSRP
    Reviewed in the United States on May 17, 2021
    TL;DR: IMO, Overpriced at MSRP ($160) but decent buy at $120 (Amazon Sale price). The headset has decent build and sound quality.

    Personally, I feel that this headset would be a 5/5, at $100 given its features, build & sound quality. Not quite a 5 star product at MSRP. I used these for about 6 months and plan to to continue using these until they break.

    Sound quality:
    This is very subjective and a can of worms I don't really want to open. In short, it's good not great. For reference: I enjoy Sony and Master & Dynamic sound signatures. My ideal signature is clear but without shrills and has good bass without being muddy and overwhelming. I've found the HyperX Cloud Flight S to sound decent, but slightly muffled/veiled in comparison to what I typically like. I prefer a sound signatures that follows some what closely to the Harman Curve. If you read Crinacle (In-Ear Fidelity), I generally agree with his opinions more often that not.

    Microphone:
    I can't comment much on this as I use a dedicated microphone (Samson Q2U--which I have also reviewed on Amazon). I have used the Cloud Flight S mic maybe once or twice in the few months I've owned this headset and I had been told by others that my voice was clear but my breathing was also very loud. This may have just been the lack of adjustment of the mic. The microphone itself is pretty flexible and adjustable, though it does not retract into the headset itself. It is removable which is nice for those who have a dedicated mic.

    Ear Cups:
    Cushions are thick and reasonably comfortable. It does look a bit goofy on the head given how much width it adds and does feel a bit tight, warm and fatiguing over long sessions. One thing I noticed is that each pad has 4 holes that expose the red cushioning under the pleather wrapping (as shown in a picture). I'm not quite sure of the reasoning behind this (it was like this brand new). The cushions have outer flaps that are secured via tension but is easy to remove.

    Wireless Charging / Charging:
    Although some call this a gimmick, I call this the new standard. Given how many things people charge these days (laptops, tablets, phones, smart watches), placing the headset on a charging pad is a very nice touch. I purchased my first wireless qi chargers from Amazon years ago (Anker $10 puck like pad), and it works perfectly with this headset. Note that charging the headset does turn it off so its important to keep it topped off. It is a bit of bummer that it is micro USB instead of USB C but that's not the end of the world. Note that wireless charging only works with the left ear cup and does make the outer part of the ear cup warm to the touch.

    Software:
    **It has been recently updated to run in the System Tray and no longer sits on the task bar**. Prior to this update, the NGENUITY software would have to stay minimized on the task bar in order for it to work. The NGENUITY software is simple and works fine for me, I don't need cloud syncing like I have with Razer Synapse (which gives me more headaches than desired functionality). The application is also downloaded via the Microsoft Store which may be a downer for some who don't like using it; however you do have the added peace of mind that Microsoft supposedly certifies the application (checks for viruses/malware and other issues with the app before it's allowed to go live). The software allows you to adjust volume, microphone volume, mic monitoring (hear yourself talking into your mic), 7.1 mode, or game-chat balance. Game-chat balance appears to basically reduces game volume if you move the balance bar towards chat, and reduces voice chat volume as you move your game-chat balance bar towards game. As far as I can tell, it only works with external voice chat software (I used Discord), and likely doesn't work for games with built-in voice chat.

    Other notes:
    - The 7.1 is basically a non-feature. Using it makes the headphones sound absolutely awful. Hopefully there's a software update that allows you to rebind the dedicated 7.1 button to some other functionality. IMO, it is really bizzare that HyperX gave a dedicated hardware button to the (non)-functionality.
    - Plastic looks cheap up close but decent from a distance. Feels a bit cheap when touched.
    - Four buttons can be bound to headset functionality or multimedia functionality. The buttons themselves don't feel particularly special (feels like pressing buttons on a microwave or dishwasher).
    - The volume wheel is ratchetted and changes the volume by 2 units (out of 100 on Windows 10) for each ratchet. Note that the ratcheting mechanism has pretty low resistance and find myself turning more than I expected.
    - Plugging in the USB receiver leaves an active sound device on your machine (exactly what I wanted). This means I can easily switch between the headphones and my speakers using hot keys with SoundSwitch. I do have to manually press the power button to turn on the headphones, but it beats having to deal with bluetooth pairing or dealing with cables.
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