Headsets / Comparison

HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 Core vs SteelSeries Arctis 7

Headset · HyperX

HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 Core

Wired · 40 mm · 2023
GEAR SCORE 71.0 / 100Very good
Connection70
Driver62
Microphone84
Recency77
VS
Headset · SteelSeries

SteelSeries Arctis 7

Wireless · 40 mm · 2017
GEAR SCORE 71.0 / 100Very good
Connection100
Driver62
Microphone72
Recency35
Verdict

HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 Core and SteelSeries Arctis 7 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 71 and 71.

  • SteelSeries Arctis 7 is wireless; HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 Core is wired.
Pick this

SteelSeries Arctis 7

If you care most about connection.

Spec-by-spec comparison

HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 CoreSteelSeries Arctis 7
71Gear score71
WiredConnectionWireless
40 mmDriver40 mm
Flip-to-muteMicrophoneFixed
2023Release year2017
≈ $30Estimated price—

The gear score is computed from specifications only (e.g. for a mouse: weight, sensor, polling rate, connection and release year). It isn’t a lab test and doesn’t measure personal preferences like shape or grip.

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FAQ

Is HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 Core or SteelSeries Arctis 7 better?

HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 Core and SteelSeries Arctis 7 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 71 and 71. SteelSeries Arctis 7 is wireless; HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 Core is wired.

Which one is wireless?

SteelSeries Arctis 7 is wireless; HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 Core is wired.