As a leading brand in gaming peripherals, HyperX will always bring constant surprises to players. In recent years, the wireless headset market has been booming, and everyone has embraced wireless and gotten rid of the constraints. HyperX has also launched a series of new wireless products, including an upgraded and optimized wireless version of its classic headset "Tomahawk", which is called HyperX Cloud Core Wireless Tomahawk wireless gaming headset. Just looking at the suffix, we thought it was just a simple "cutting" of the cable. In fact, it brought us more surprises. It uses a more stable and delay-free 2.4GHz wireless connection method, and also adds the highly praised DTS: Let’s take a look at the specific performance of this Tomahawk wireless version:
The headset packaging adopts the classic red and white color scheme, which makes the black body on the seal particularly eye-catching. This is also the consistent design of Hyperx.
Among the many icons in the corner below the box, the capital letters "DTSX" are more eye-catching, that is, X space audio technology (DTS Headphone), which can bring a more immersive sound experience. The remaining selling points are memory foam (earmuffs), 5.3mm (neodymium magnet sound unit), and long-lasting battery life of up to 20 hours.
All Hyperx products come with a two-year warranty. On the back are more detailed close-ups and text introductions in multiple languages, so I won’t show them here.
In terms of accessories, the Hyperx Tomahawk is aimed at the PC platform. In addition to various retained "pieces of paper", it also comes with an additional DTSX instruction card (the introduction says that the new PS5 game console can also be used perfectly support). The remaining contents are a detachable noise-canceling microphone, a charging cable (USB-C port), and a USB-disk-shaped 2.4GHz wireless adapter. Because it is mainly for home use, the machine does not come with a storage bag.
The full name of the headset is "Cloud Core Wireless", and the Chinese name "Tomahawk" means sharp and swift, but it is also concise and comprehensive. Its appearance adopts a simple and elegant family-style design, with round earcups, thick headband, "Y"-shaped alloy hanger, and elegant "HX" nameplate on the back panel of the case, which makes people know at a glance that it comes from Handled by HyperX, it is highly recognizable as a brand. Of course, although the shapes are generally the same, there are still distinguishable differences between different headphone models in terms of specific details. For example, the headband stitching, LOGO color matching, hollow hangers, etc., and the HyperX Tomahawk is obviously atmospheric and simple.
The noise-cancelling microphone equipped with the headset is of pluggable design, and its hose can be bent at will to meet the needs of timely adjustment at multiple angles and different orientations.
The microphone is also equipped with an anti-spray sponge cover, which can effectively prevent the microphone from splashing during voice conversations. HyperX Tomahawk adopts a two-way pickup mode and has Discord and TeamSpeak certification to ensure a clear and smooth call experience in games.
The earmuffs of the HyperX Tomahawk are detachable. Like the headband, the inside is filled with soft, comfortable and elastic memory foam, and the outer layer is wrapped in skin-friendly and textured leather. This is also The standard design of our own headphones. Because the earmuffs are detachable, friends who find their ears stuffy in summer can freely change earmuffs of different materials to keep them breathable and refreshing while immersed in audio-visual entertainment. The physical sound insulation effect is also good.
Except for the metal bracket, the earphone shell is made of industrial plastic material with a frosted surface. It feels very delicate and has good texture. The red LOGO on the earmuff panel adds a touch of bright color to the black body, making it not look too dull.
The Tomahawk Wireless Edition uses a 2.4GHz wireless connection, and its effective range is within 20 meters. Wireless headsets on the market now can be divided into 2.4GHz and Bluetooth. Both have their own advantages. Bluetooth does not require a receiver, but there will be more or less delays, and the signal stability and distance are not as good as the former.
In order to ensure a smooth gaming experience for players, Hyperx chose the former without hesitation. Of course, it would be better if it could adopt dual-mode (2.4GHz + Bluetooth).
The headband of the headphones is very wide, and the interior is made of a lightweight and durable aluminum alloy frame. It has good flexibility, has a longer service life, and can be bent to a certain extent without being damaged.
The top of the headband is completely engraved with the nameplate, but there is no "exaggerated" stitching treatment, which is more concise. The combination of memory foam and artificial leather allows the earphones to be worn without feeling discomfort from the clamp. Even after adding a microphone, the weight of the headset is only 309 grams, so it will not be strenuous to wear it for a long time.
The buttons and interfaces of the headset are concentrated on the side of the left unit, followed by the status indicator light, power switch, one-button mute (microphone), volume adjustment, Type-C charging port and 3.5mm Microphone jack (fool-proof design). The keys feel pretty good, and the two round keys are specially made with flat/convex differences. Once you are familiar with them, blind operation will not cause tactile operations.
Close-up of the Type-C charging port: In terms of battery life, it can be used continuously for 20 hours at half volume. Even if you play games for 5 hours a day, you can play for 4 days on a single charge. The volume wheel next to it is very smooth and can slide all the way in one direction without any stop limit.
The headband of the headset adopts a segmented telescopic design to facilitate players to better fit their heads and faces. There are as many as 7 scales on the inner concave point, which provides a certain sense of damping when extending and contracting (it can be stretched up to 35mm), and it is not loose after positioning.
The telescopic bracket is made of alloy, which not only feels better than cheap plastic, but also can withstand long-term use. In addition, there are L and R left and right ear marks on the inside of the headband at the top of the bracket to facilitate identification.
HyperX Tomahawk is equipped with a 53mm neodymium magnet driver unit with a frequency response of 15Hz-25000Hz and an impedance of 60 ohms. With DtsX spatial audio technology, it can provide precise 3D audio spatial positioning and immersive gaming audio experience. Whether it is playing games or audio-visual entertainment, it has excellent performance.
Regarding DTS:X technology, I specifically checked the relevant information. Here is a brief introduction to everyone: As a new generation of open codec standards first unveiled in 2015 and based on audio technology for multi-dimensional space, we can use DTS:X to achieve more realistic and vivid surround sound effects, just like sound Reality flows around you, immersing yourself in the scene and feeling the same. In audio-visual entertainment, you can get a more dimensional immersive full-encirclement experience. Because it is open source, it is very flexible. Unlike existing surround sound systems, DTS:X audio is freed from the constraints of fixed speaker placement and specific channel signals. It can be flexibly adjusted according to different playback environments to obtain the best sound effects in that environment. It can create realistic sound effects based on precise locations around the audience, accurately restoring every sound detail.
We can experience it by downloading and installing DTS Sound Unbound (3D sound effects processing tool). Open the interface and you can use it directly without paying (the computer will automatically activate all DTS functions after plugging in the USB receiver). Among the specific options, we can select the spatial mode (balanced/open), and we can also freely adjust the sound source in the spatial position.
After a round of actual experience, after turning on DTS, the performance of the headset has obviously improved to a higher level. The "minutiae" of various sounds in the game have been enhanced, and some small sounds that have been ignored in the past have now become clear. However, the sounds do not collide with each other, but are arranged in an orderly manner. This is particularly advantageous when playing FPS games. It has a strong sense of positioning when listening to sounds, and it also provides a greater sense of immersion. Especially when playing war documentary games, it feels like being on a real battlefield, with rich details and a better immersion.
In terms of gaming, as a perennial FPS fan, I tried CS and the sound effects of HyperX Tomahawk are full of details. The different gunshots in the game, the distance of the enemy's footsteps and the specific direction can all be precise and accurate. judgment.
Wireless has no impact on the gaming experience at all, and there will be no operational errors due to delays. It is stable and more real at the same time. During the actual battle, you still have the feeling of being on the battlefield. The tense and exciting atmosphere coupled with accurate prediction in advance makes people even more immersed in it.
Of course, in addition to playing games, I can also use it to watch movies and listen to music. The three-frequency distribution of the headphones is balanced, the low frequency is high-quality, the sound is transparent and natural, the depth is in place, and it is flexible. Especially when watching blockbusters, with the support of the DTS: In addition to gaming, it performs well when listening to music and watching movies.
Summary: HyperX Cloud Core Wireless Tomahawk wireless gaming headset has 2.4G wireless connection, thick and reliable body design, perfect compatibility with multiple platforms such as PC and PS4/5, and DTSHeadphone:X spatial audio technology Thanks to the blessing, the experience is stable, efficient and without delay. It is light, comfortable and stress-free to wear. The sound performance under the 53mm driver unit and DTS is satisfactory. Whether it is audio, video or games, it has a more immersive and outstanding performance. Of course, there is still a bit of a pity. If the wired version can be retained and support for Bluetooth is added, changing to a dual-mode + wired mode will undoubtedly be more perfect. But the flaws do not hide the good points. Overall, the overall quality of this headset is quite strong and it is worth buying.