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This is the comparison between the Corsair HS60 and the HyperX Cloud Stinger headsets. Both are the competitive company headsets and simple wired headsets. Check out which is better the the other.
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| Corsair HS60 | HyperX Cloud Stinger |
| BUY NOW | BUY NOW |
| PROS | PROS |
| Good audio. Solid and sturdy build. Surprisingly good microphone. Plush memory foam. | Inexpensive. Comfortable. Smooth setup. |
| CONS | CONS |
| Weight. Big price increase compared to the HS50. | So-so audio. No extra features. Unimpressive mic. |
SPECIFICATIONS:
| MODEL | CORSAIR HS60 | HYPERX CLOUD STINGER |
| Brand | Corsair | HyperX |
| Series | Cloud Stinger | |
| Model | HS60 | HX-HSCS-BK/NA |
| HEADPHONES | CORSAIR HS60 | HYPERX CLOUD STINGER |
| Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired | |
| Sound Output Mode | stereo | |
| Frequency Response | 20Hz-20KHz | 18 Hz – 23 KHz |
| Sensitivity | 111dB +/- 3dB | 102 +/- 3dB SPL/mW at 1 KHz |
| Impedance | 32 ohm | 30 ohm |
| Diaphragm | 2 in | 2 in |
| MICROPHONE | CORSAIR HS60 | HYPERX CLOUD STINGER |
| Microphone Technology | ||
| Response Bandwidth | 100Hz-10KHz | 50Hz-18KHz |
| DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT | CORSAIR HS60 | HYPERX CLOUD STINGER |
| Width | 6.3 in | |
| Depth | 3.9 in | |
| Height | 8.1 in | |
| Weight | 11.25 oz | 10.97 oz |
| FEATURES | CORSAIR HS60 | HYPERX CLOUD STINGER |
| Features | Ultimate Comfort: Plush memory foam and adjustable ear cups provide exceptional comfort. Premium Build Quality: Legendary CORSAIR build quality featuring rugged metal structural components ensure long term durability. Precision Gaming Audio: Specially tuned 50mm neodymium speaker drivers bring superior sound quality with wide range and accuracy. Crystal Clear Microphone: Optimized unidirectional microphone reduces ambient noise for enhanced voice quality and is easily detached for use on the go. Epic Surround Sound: The included USB adapter unlocks virtual 7.1 surround sound on PC delivering immersive multi-channel positional audio that puts you in the middle of the action. On-Ear Control: Easy access on ear volume and mute controls for adjustments on the fly. Multi-Platform. Compatibility: Use on PC, Xbox One*, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch and mobile devices. Discord Certified: Play with the confidence that your microphone and audio drivers have been tested and evaluated for crystal clear communication and outstanding sound. CUE Control: CORSAIR Utility Engine (CUE) software gives you full control over your headset’s features through an intuitive and simple to use interface. | Lightweight headset with 90-degree rotating ear cups. 50mm directional drivers for audio precision. HyperX signature memory foam. Adjustable steel slider. Intuitive volume control on headset ear cup. Swivel-to-mute noise-cancellation microphone. Multi-platform compatibility. |
Expert Reviews of Corsair HS60:
By Guruof3D
The big question, then, must be whether the extra 25-30 USD on the HS60’s over the HS50’s, and are they cheap enough to warrant a look over the Void series? Well, to my mind, it’s a very easy ‘yes.’ Admittedly, the extra money spent on gaming…By Gear Diary
Over the past week, I began and finished my first custom PC build (look for my upcoming article detailing my experience and insights). Intended for everyday use, yet powerful enough to handle the major AAA game releases for the foreseeable future, I…By Nikktech
Although we never got our hands on the HS50 we know that it’s basically the same headset as the HS60 minus the USB 7.1 surround sound card/adapter and so we know for a fact that CORSAIR released both models as more “affordable” alternatives to their…By LanOC Reviews
So overall what do I think of the Corsair HS60? Well, I’m really digging the classic styling, this is a lot more like the Corsair audio products that I know like their original speakers. Dropping the focus on being flashy looking and just focusing…By Funkykit.com
Where could you go wrong with this purchase? The HS60 is a nice upgrade over the HS50 “With an MSRP of just $49.99 (at the time of this review), the HS60 STEREO redefines what is possible in an entry level gaming headset by offering comfort, audio…Expert Reviews of HyperX Cloud Stinger:
By Techgearlab
While the Stinger does have a few flaws, it is an all-around solid gaming headset at a fantastic price. This product should be your first choice when shopping on a tight…By in.ign.com
It looks good, sounds good, built well, and cheap. The only problem you might face is if you have a laptop with separate ports for mic and sound. Other than that, I see no reason why you shouldn’t buy this headset. The Cloud Alpha may be their flagship,…By Futurelooks
After using the HyperX Cloud Stinger for the past couple weeks, I have found that for the price they perform quite well. HyperX has done a beautiful job in offering a budget-conscious solution for the gaming market. This by no means is a $500 headset by…By Armchair Empire
Got a budget and in search for a dependable ergonomic gaming headset that ticks most of your need boxes? The HyperX Cloud Stinger does that for us and then some more. It impressed us with its clarity, design and usability to the extent that we…By Gamingcentral.com
For the price point if offers, the HyperX Cloud Stinger is quite well-balanced, making it a great choice for an entry-level headset. The design and looks offer it a premium feel and the audio quality is impressive as well. The microphone is…
Detail Review:
INTRODUCTION:
Corsair HS60
The design, comfort, build quality and everything in physical is nice and good in this headset. The 7.1 virtual surround sound is also good in this headset but the mic is not good.
HyperX Cloud Stinger
The design of the headset is not that attractive and the comfort is good and the headset is also lightweight. The sound of the headset and the mic is also impressive by considering the price of the headset.
DESIGN:
Corsair HS60
The headphones are built extremely well. Most of the pieces are metal, we do have some plastic on top as well as the ear cups. However, the built design is fantastic.
The design of the headset is simple looks good and also as same as the older versions. There’s enough padding in both the ear cups and also the headband and the stitching work on the headband padding is also looks nice. Overall, the design of the headset is very simple.
HyperX Cloud Stinger
The design of the headset looks different and the headset is finished with the full matte black color. There are just two red-colored HyperX logos behind each of the ear cups. The headset looks very simple and there is nothing fancy or glossy in the material used.
COMFORT:
Corsair HS60
They are really comfortable. They are over the ears, so these headphones go over your ears and they don’t go in your ears. They don’t squeeze out all. I would say not too loose but they’re like great design. These are the material that cups are plush like memory foam but again very comfortable on the top. The only minus is the metal here is a little too thick, so when you grab the headphones, it feels a little hard. Overall really good design.
HyperX Cloud Stinger
It’s not pressing my ears against my head or anything. So, it uses to sitting freely inside this, so it’s not going to get fatiguing to wear these for a long period of time. The padding on the headband and the way the headband extends and everything is nice. It’s nice and tough absolutely.
FEATURES:
Corsair HS60
Inside the box, you will get the headset itself, the detachable mic, and the USB dongle whic is used for the 7.1 virtual surround sound. The main difference between the Corsair HS50 and the HS60 is the USB dongle for the surround sound.
The mic is removable. Unfortunately, the headphone wire is not removable. Now on the side, we have a volume indicator and a mute one for the headphone, it’s very minimalistic. The headset is very simple and easy to use and there are no more mess up things. The controller and everything is very easy to use.
HyperX Cloud Stinger
This headset is one of the budget-friendly headsets and it doesn’t have a whole bunch of features. There is a standard four-pole 3.5 mm jack which will work with things like your PlayStation 4, dual shocker to work with your iPhone or work with all those single plug headsets style things or consoles. It also comes with a splitter and it does not look like the little adapter, in this it comes like a long cord to use with the PC.
MICROPHONE:
Corsair HS60
The mic doesn’t sound amazing. I mean for the price, I would expect this kind of headphone for the mic to sound this way. The volume level of the mic sound is very low and your team-mates can’t hear your voice.
Now keep in mind, these are not noise-canceling headphones. If you are looking for noise-canceling headphones, these are not the ones for you.
HyperX Cloud Stinger
The microphone design of the headset is not looks that much nice. The mic is attached behind the ear cup of the headset and it looks weird and most of the people didn’t like the way mic attached to it.
We can also say that the mic is one of the strengths of the headset. The mic sounds pretty good and you can hear the sound very clearly. Besides the design of the mic, the Sound and the clarity of the mic is very nice. The mic separates the background noise as much as possible, so that’s also a great thing.
SOUND:
Corsair HS60
The sound is honestly for the price. They are good in the bass but I wish there would be a little more bassy but the bass overall is fantastic. Also, it does have this little dongle for 7.1 surround sound. Personally I used it but I don’t like it that much. It basically kills the bass of the headphones but you do have the 7.1 surround sound if you like that sound.
In both the gaming and music, the HS60 is good and sounds enough for the price. For this price, we can’t imagine anything at very high level but it giving good sound for both the gaming and listening to music.
HyperX Cloud Stinger
The sound of the headset is very good. Actually, it’s pretty rich. The trebles are lovely and clear, the mids are crispy. The sound of the headset is very nice and good enough for the price. I was surprised by listening to this much of qualified sound in this price headsets.
Both in music and gaming, I’ve enjoyed a lot in this headset. Also, in listening to music the sound of the headset is well balanced, the bass and everything is nice. In gaming, you can enjoy everything in the sound like the sounds of gunshots, bombs, footsteps, and almost everything. You can hear the low sounds and pinpoint from where the enemy is coming.
WHICH TO BUY?
By considering the price, sound of the headset, I will choose HyperX Cloud Stinger. The price of the Cloud Stinger is less than the HS60 and the sound of the mic and also the headset is better than the HS60. As I said, the mic quality of the HS60 is not good. But, there are two main negative points of Cloud Stinger is that the mic is not detachable and the design of the headset is not attractive.
