GEARHyperX Cloud Stinger 2 — fit, features and buying advice
The wired Stinger 2 is a simple option when team voice and headphones need to arrive together. Its flip-up microphone makes mute status easy to understand without opening a software control panel.
- Connection
- 3.5 mm wired
- Driver
- 50 mm dynamic
- Listed weight
- 275 g
Strengths
- Swivel-to-mute microphone
- On-ear volume control
Trade-offs
- Closed leatherette earcups can feel warm in a long session
- Stinger 2 Core and Wireless are different versions
Is it right for your setup?
The wired Stinger 2 is a simple option when team voice and headphones need to arrive together. Its flip-up microphone makes mute status easy to understand without opening a software control panel.
What to check before buying
Confirm the standard wired PC version and any splitter required by your sound card. Do not assume a search result labelled Core or Wireless has the same drivers, cable or power requirements.
Compare an alternative
Compare Corsair HS65 SURROUND for a different set of trade-offs. Read the category buying comparison or browse the full headset selection before choosing.
Source and shopping details
Manufacturer specifications checked on 12 November 2026. This is a specification-based assessment, not a hands-on test or a measured CS2 performance result. The shopping button opens an Amazon.com search for this model; no US product ASIN or current retailer stock is claimed. Confirm the exact model, seller, condition, delivery and current price on the selected offer.
Ranked in
Updated 12 November 2026
Same category
