Does the HyperX Cloud II work with PS5 and Xbox?

It is a wired headset with a 3.5mm connection, which is the standard controller headset connection on current consoles; a USB option is included for PC.

Is the microphone removable?

Yes, the boom microphone detaches so the headset can be used as normal headphones.

No. The Cloud II is a wired headset, which avoids charging and pairing entirely.

HyperX Cloud II Gaming Headset – Wired Headset with Detachable Microphone

Name: HyperX Cloud II Gaming Headset – Wired Headset with Detachable Microphone
Brand: HyperX

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The Cloud II has stayed on recommendation lists for years for one unglamorous reason: it is comfortable for a five-hour session. It is a wired headset with memory-foam padding and a detachable boom microphone, so it can double as ordinary headphones when the mic comes off.

Being wired, it sidesteps the battery and latency questions that come with wireless gaming headsets, which is why it remains popular for competitive PC play and for consoles with a 3.5mm controller jack. If you would rather have cable-free movement around a living room, a wireless headset is the trade-off to consider instead.

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HyperX Cloud II Gaming Headset — frequently asked questions

Does the HyperX Cloud II work with PS5 and Xbox?: It is a wired headset with a 3.5mm connection, which is the standard controller headset connection on current consoles; a USB option is included for PC.
Is the microphone removable?: Yes, the boom microphone detaches so the headset can be used as normal headphones.
Is it wireless?: No. The Cloud II is a wired headset, which avoids charging and pairing entirely.