Gaming
HyperX Cloud Gaming Headset
76Great
$50
Full review dataHyperX Cloud Gaming Headset vs JLab MrBeast Wired: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the HyperX Cloud Gaming Headset comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 76. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: HyperX Cloud Gaming Headset - Great overall at around $50.
Gaming
JLab MrBeast Wired
68Good
$30
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
HyperX Cloud Gaming Headset
Sound7.5
Calls6.0
Value8.0
JLab MrBeast Wired
Sound7.0
Calls6.0
Value8.0
Specifications
| Spec | HyperX Cloud Gaming Headset | JLab MrBeast Wired |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Gaming | Gaming |
| Price (USD) | $50 | $30 |
| HearWiki score | 76 / 100 · Great | 68 / 100 · Good |
| Released | 2014 | 2024 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | 53mm neodymium drivers | dynamic |
| Driver size | 53 mm | 50 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 15 Hz to 25 kHz | 20Hz-20kHz |
| Impedance | 41 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | - | 102 dB/mW |
| Sensitivity | -39 dBV (0 dB=1 V/ Pa | - |
| Wireless | ||
| Multipoint pairing | No | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | No | No |
| Controls | buttons | buttons |
| Voice assistant | - | none |
| Design | ||
| Weight | - | 250 g |
| Detachable cable | - | No |
| USB-C | No | No |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 1 | 1 |
| Call noise reduction | - | noise elimination |
What reviewers said
HyperX Cloud Gaming Headset
This wired gaming headset delivers a balanced, comfortable experience for long play sessions, with sturdy construction and a 53mm driver setup that handles both games and casual music well. While it offers solid overall performance at a budget-friendly price, its treble clarity and soundstage are average, and it lacks wireless connectivity and software tweaking options.
- Pro:Comfortable for extended wear
- Pro:Sturdy build quality
- Pro:Balanced sound signature
- Con:Microphone sounds hollow
- Con:Average treble and soundstage
- Con:No wireless or software customization
JLab MrBeast Wired
This affordable wired gaming headset delivers solid audio performance and a reliable microphone for its price point, with plush padding that keeps things comfortable during long sessions. While the sound signature is balanced enough for gaming and casual music, the bold, youthful aesthetic won't suit every taste, and the lack of extra features keeps it firmly entry-level.
- Pro:Comfortable padding for extended use
- Pro:Good sound quality for the price
- Pro:Decent mic clarity for team chat
- Con:Styling may feel too flashy for some
- Con:No detachable cable or USB-C
- Con:Basic on-ear controls only
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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