Overview
The HyperX Cloud Earbuds II are wired in-ear gaming earbuds with 14mm drivers tuned for handheld and mobile gaming — instant plug-and-play via 3.5mm, no charging or pairing required. Available in Red.
✓ 14mm drivers optimised for gaming audio — directional detail, clear mids and voice chat clarity
✓ Built-in microphone and multifunction button — calls, media control and in-game chat without touching the device
✓ 4 ear tip sizes · 90° low-profile plug · hard carrying case included
✓ Compatible with Nintendo Switch, Steam Deck, PS5 (DualSense), PC and any 3.5mm mobile device
The HyperX Cloud Earbuds II In-Ear Wired Gaming Headset - Red are wired in-ear gaming earbuds designed for handheld console gaming and mobile use — specifically engineered for the Nintendo Switch, Steam Deck and PS5 DualSense controller, as well as smartphones and PC. Where over-ear gaming headsets are impractical for portable play, the Cloud Earbuds II deliver HyperX's gaming audio tuning in an earbud format that travels in a hard carrying case and connects via a standard 3.5mm plug. The 14mm drivers are larger than those found in typical earbuds and are tuned for the directional audio detail that matters in gaming — footstep positioning, environmental cues and voice chat clarity — rather than the bass-heavy consumer audio profile of many earphones. The redesigned 90-degree low-profile plug reduces cable snag and strain on the connector when the cable runs down to a handheld console or controller. Four ear tip sizes are included to cover a wide range of ear canal dimensions, and the built-in microphone with multifunction button allows instant switching between gaming and calls without touching the device. No drivers, no software, no charging required — plug in and play.
14mm Drivers
Larger Drivers, Tuned for Gaming
Most consumer earbuds use 9–11mm drivers tuned for music playback, with a bass-forward profile that works well for streaming but obscures the positional audio detail that gaming requires. The Cloud Earbuds II use 14mm drivers — larger than most earbuds in the category — and are tuned by HyperX specifically for gaming audio. The practical difference is audible in games that depend on spatial awareness: footstep direction, environmental audio cues, the distance and angle of sound effects, and clear voice communication in party chat. The larger driver also delivers more physical headroom before distortion at higher volume levels, which matters when gaming audio peaks on explosions or gunfire. The tuning does not sacrifice music listening quality — the earbuds work well for streaming, podcasts and everyday audio — but the priority is gaming performance rather than consumer audio aesthetics. At this driver size and price point, the Cloud Earbuds II sit in a category above budget gaming earbuds while remaining accessible.
90° Plug · 4 Tip Sizes
Designed for Handheld Play
The physical design of the Cloud Earbuds II addresses two specific problems with wired earbuds used for handheld gaming. The first is the connector: a standard straight 3.5mm plug sticks out perpendicular to the console's headphone port and is prone to being knocked, strained or broken when the cable runs downward to a pocket or lap. The 90-degree angled low-profile plug on the Cloud Earbuds II sits flush against the console body, reducing leverage on the connector and the cable management problem during play. The second issue is fit: earbud fit varies significantly between ear canal shapes, and a poor fit results in both reduced audio quality (bass and isolation both depend on seal) and physical discomfort during extended sessions. Four silicone tip sizes are included — XS, S, M, L — covering a wider size range than the two or three tips included with many budget earbuds. The flat cable construction reduces tangling compared to round cables, which is relevant when storing the earbuds in the included hard case between sessions.
Built-in Mic · Hard Case
Voice Chat · Calls · Portable Storage
The built-in microphone is positioned on the cable inline, capturing voice audio for gaming party chat, Discord and phone calls. The multifunction button on the same inline control allows play/pause, call answer/end, and track skip functions on supported devices — removing the need to pick up the phone or touch the console for media control. The microphone quality is adequate for gaming voice chat and calls on mobile devices: clear enough for teammates to understand without background noise becoming intrusive, which is the practical threshold for this use case. The included hard-shell carrying case is a meaningful inclusion at this price point — most budget earbuds ship in cardboard or flimsy pouches that provide no protection. The rigid case protects the earbuds and cable in a bag or pocket, and stores the extra ear tips neatly. For Switch and Steam Deck users who carry their console in a bag, having the earbuds stored in a hard case rather than loose means they arri
✓ 14mm drivers optimised for gaming audio — directional detail, clear mids and voice chat clarity
✓ Built-in microphone and multifunction button — calls, media control and in-game chat without touching the device
✓ 4 ear tip sizes · 90° low-profile plug · hard carrying case included
✓ Compatible with Nintendo Switch, Steam Deck, PS5 (DualSense), PC and any 3.5mm mobile device
The HyperX Cloud Earbuds II In-Ear Wired Gaming Headset - Red are wired in-ear gaming earbuds designed for handheld console gaming and mobile use — specifically engineered for the Nintendo Switch, Steam Deck and PS5 DualSense controller, as well as smartphones and PC. Where over-ear gaming headsets are impractical for portable play, the Cloud Earbuds II deliver HyperX's gaming audio tuning in an earbud format that travels in a hard carrying case and connects via a standard 3.5mm plug. The 14mm drivers are larger than those found in typical earbuds and are tuned for the directional audio detail that matters in gaming — footstep positioning, environmental cues and voice chat clarity — rather than the bass-heavy consumer audio profile of many earphones. The redesigned 90-degree low-profile plug reduces cable snag and strain on the connector when the cable runs down to a handheld console or controller. Four ear tip sizes are included to cover a wide range of ear canal dimensions, and the built-in microphone with multifunction button allows instant switching between gaming and calls without touching the device. No drivers, no software, no charging required — plug in and play.
14mm Drivers
Larger Drivers, Tuned for Gaming
Most consumer earbuds use 9–11mm drivers tuned for music playback, with a bass-forward profile that works well for streaming but obscures the positional audio detail that gaming requires. The Cloud Earbuds II use 14mm drivers — larger than most earbuds in the category — and are tuned by HyperX specifically for gaming audio. The practical difference is audible in games that depend on spatial awareness: footstep direction, environmental audio cues, the distance and angle of sound effects, and clear voice communication in party chat. The larger driver also delivers more physical headroom before distortion at higher volume levels, which matters when gaming audio peaks on explosions or gunfire. The tuning does not sacrifice music listening quality — the earbuds work well for streaming, podcasts and everyday audio — but the priority is gaming performance rather than consumer audio aesthetics. At this driver size and price point, the Cloud Earbuds II sit in a category above budget gaming earbuds while remaining accessible.
90° Plug · 4 Tip Sizes
Designed for Handheld Play
The physical design of the Cloud Earbuds II addresses two specific problems with wired earbuds used for handheld gaming. The first is the connector: a standard straight 3.5mm plug sticks out perpendicular to the console's headphone port and is prone to being knocked, strained or broken when the cable runs downward to a pocket or lap. The 90-degree angled low-profile plug on the Cloud Earbuds II sits flush against the console body, reducing leverage on the connector and the cable management problem during play. The second issue is fit: earbud fit varies significantly between ear canal shapes, and a poor fit results in both reduced audio quality (bass and isolation both depend on seal) and physical discomfort during extended sessions. Four silicone tip sizes are included — XS, S, M, L — covering a wider size range than the two or three tips included with many budget earbuds. The flat cable construction reduces tangling compared to round cables, which is relevant when storing the earbuds in the included hard case between sessions.
Built-in Mic · Hard Case
Voice Chat · Calls · Portable Storage
The built-in microphone is positioned on the cable inline, capturing voice audio for gaming party chat, Discord and phone calls. The multifunction button on the same inline control allows play/pause, call answer/end, and track skip functions on supported devices — removing the need to pick up the phone or touch the console for media control. The microphone quality is adequate for gaming voice chat and calls on mobile devices: clear enough for teammates to understand without background noise becoming intrusive, which is the practical threshold for this use case. The included hard-shell carrying case is a meaningful inclusion at this price point — most budget earbuds ship in cardboard or flimsy pouches that provide no protection. The rigid case protects the earbuds and cable in a bag or pocket, and stores the extra ear tips neatly. For Switch and Steam Deck users who carry their console in a bag, having the earbuds stored in a hard case rather than loose means they arri
Gallery
