Budget Gaming Headphones

LWeePaulie on 19/04/2020 - 16:45
Last edited 23/04/2020 - 04:10 by 1 other user

Hi all,

I'm looking to get some budget headphones to use when gaming.

I've looked at a few and was hoping those of you with more experience in this field may be able to comment.

Seems like the following are the most popular in the sub $80 price point:

Hyperx Cloud Stinger
Hyperx Cloud Stinger Core
Astro A10
Turtle Beach Recon 70
Corsair HS50 Pro

I'd say comfort and sound are the priorities over mic quality.

On a side note, does anyone have any actual experience in comparing the Stinger and the Core?

Thank so much for reading and any posts.

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  Fergy1987 on 19/04/2020 - 17:16

  I've got the Cloud Stinger - They do the job for the price when you can get them on sale for around $50 - You probably wont get the comfort and sound quality at this price point. But for some recreational gaming they are perfect.

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  cheesecactus on 19/04/2020 - 17:19

  https://www.rtings.com/headphones/tools/compare/hyperx-cloud…

  rtings do excellent reviews

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  AydenRw on 19/04/2020 - 18:05

  Okay, I was in the same boat about this a few months ago and was looking at the Stingers.

  If you can, try and wait for these to come on special again:
  https://www.ebgames.com.au/product/ps4/246728-hyperx-cloud-g…

  They are the exact same as the Cloud 2s, just with a sony badge. I was able to get them for $80 a few months ago.

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  WeePaulie on 19/04/2020 - 20:10

  Thanks all!

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  Axelstrife on 19/04/2020 - 20:39

  Stretch that to $99 and get the Cooler Maste MH751 for $99 on amazon.

  Go and check out reviews.

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  Weavlz on 19/04/2020 - 21:10

  I have Cloud Cores (not stinger) and they are fantastic. Can't compare to the stinger or any others unfortunately but they were very durable and quite comfortable in longer play sessions. I did find they were on the heavy side but primarily due to the solid construction.
  Sound wise, I frequently heard far more noises (footsteps, distant gunshots, etc) than my other mates with their various headsets - even the guy with Astros…. They're now a few years old and have lasted extremely well with the leather and mic especially still being in top nick!

  Therefore - I'd hope the other HyperX headsets were of a similar quality and would happily recommend the brand

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  emoticon on 21/04/2020 - 19:22

  Just a general observation, you should try out open-headphones vs closed-headphones.

  The first time using closed headphones, I could barely hear myself talk because the ear cups covered the ear and were sealed well.

  Open headphones are apparently better for hearing yourself.

  It takes a while but I’ve gotten sort of used to wearing closed headphones, need to sometimes turn on mic monitoring in sound settings to get sound feedback and hear myself though.

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  CY on 21/05/2020 - 21:36

  Just reading up on these post as I am looking for a set of budget gaming headphones

  Should I also consider
  - Corsair HR35
  - Razer Kraken X
  - Kmart Virtual 7.1 (Only cuz it’s $45 with 7.1 SS)

  I missed out on the $50 HP Omen @ click frenzy :(