HyperX Cloud III S Wireless vs Razer BlackShark V3 Pro: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Razer BlackShark V3 Pro comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 87. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Razer BlackShark V3 Pro - Outstanding overall at around $250.

Gaming

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

Razer BlackShark V3 Pro leads on 4 of 7 measures.

HyperX Cloud III S Wireless
Razer BlackShark V3 Pro

HearWiki score

Sound

8.2

8.7

Noise cancelling

7.8

Battery

9.8

9.0

Calls

8.0

8.8

Value

8.8

7.5

Price (USD)

$140

$250

Generation & platform

The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?

Mixed generations

Both shipped in 2025. Neither is straightforwardly newer: the HyperX Cloud III S Wireless brings Bluetooth 5.3 against 4.0, while the Razer BlackShark V3 Pro answers with ANC type Hybrid against None. The Razer BlackShark V3 Pro answers on convenience features: it adds Multipoint pairing and Transparency mode.

Cloud III S Wireless2025
BlackShark V3 Pro2025

What differsCloud III S WirelessBlackShark V3 Pro

Bluetooth: 5.3; 4.0
ANC type: None; Hybrid
Multipoint pairing: No; Yes
Transparency mode: No; Yes

Level on: Top codec, USB-C, Custom EQ, Companion app.

Specifications

Cloud III S WirelessBlackShark V3 Pro

Type: Gaming; Gaming
Price (USD): $140; $250
HearWiki score: 82; 87
Released: 2025; 2025
Availability: Sold new; Sold new
Driver: 53 mm dynamic; 50 mm dynamic
Driver type: dynamic; dynamic
Driver size: 53 mm; 50 mm
Drivers per side: 1; 1
Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz; 12 Hz - 28 kHz
Impedance: 64 Ω; 32 Ω
Sensitivity: 111 dB/mW; 108 dB/mW
Bluetooth: 5.3; 4.0
Codecs: SBC, AAC; SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing: No; Yes
Latency: -; 10 ms
Wireless range: -; 10 m
Battery life: 120 h; 70 h
Battery life (ANC on): -; 48 h
Full charge time: 300 min; -
Quick charge: 10 min → 2 h; 10 min → 6 h
Wireless charging: No; No
Active noise cancelling: No; Yes
ANC type: none; hybrid
Transparency mode: No; Yes
Companion app: Yes; Yes
Custom EQ: Yes; Yes
Wear detection: No; No
Controls: both; both
Weight: 358.3 g; 367 g
Water resistance: none; -
USB-C: Yes; Yes
Microphones: 2; 1

Specification comparison of HyperX Cloud III S Wireless vs Razer BlackShark V3 Pro
Spec	HyperX Cloud III S Wireless	Razer BlackShark V3 Pro
Type	Gaming	Gaming
Price (USD)	$140	$250
HearWiki score	82 / 100 Outstanding	87 / 100 Outstanding
Released	2025	2025
Audio
Driver	53 mm dynamic	50 mm dynamic
Driver type	dynamic	dynamic
Driver size	53 mm	50 mm
Drivers per side	1	1
Frequency response	20 Hz - 20 kHz	12 Hz - 28 kHz
Impedance	64 Ω	32 Ω
Sensitivity	111 dB/mW	108 dB/mW
Wireless
Bluetooth	5.3	4.0
Codecs	SBC, AAC	SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing	No	Yes
Latency	-	10 ms
Wireless range	-	10 m
Battery
Battery life	120 h	70 h
Battery life (ANC on)	-	48 h
Full charge time	300 min	-
Quick charge	10 min → 2 h	10 min → 6 h
Wireless charging	No	No
Features
Active noise cancelling	No	Yes
ANC type	none	hybrid
Transparency mode	No	Yes
Companion app	Yes	Yes
Custom EQ	Yes	Yes
Wear detection	No	No
Controls	both	both
Design
Weight	358.3 g	367 g
Water resistance	none	-
USB-C	Yes	Yes
Calls
Microphones	2	1

What reviewers said

HyperX Cloud III S Wireless

The HyperX Cloud III S Wireless is a comfortable, well-built gaming headset that pairs a 53mm driver setup with dual 2.4GHz and Bluetooth connectivity, plus a rated 120-hour battery life. It offers practical features like on-headset EQ storage and a detachable mic, making it a dependable choice for long gaming sessions, though its sound is more tuned for gaming than critical listening. Overall, it stands out as a versatile and convenient wireless option at its price point, with passive isolation but no active noise cancellation.

Pro:Long 120-hour rated battery life
Pro:Comfortable for extended sessions with solid build quality
Pro:Dual wireless connectivity (2.4GHz and Bluetooth 5.3)

Con:No active noise cancellation, only passive isolation
Con:No multipoint support for simultaneous device connections
Con:Measured battery life may fall slightly below the headline claim

Razer BlackShark V3 Pro

The Razer BlackShark V3 Pro is a wireless gaming headset that pairs a long-lasting battery with hybrid active noise cancellation for focused play sessions. It features 50mm dynamic drivers, Bluetooth with multipoint support, and a low-latency design, making it a versatile option for both gaming and everyday use. Its lightweight build and customizable EQ add to its appeal for extended comfort and personalized sound.

Pro:Hybrid ANC for immersive gaming
Pro:Up to 70 hours of battery life
Pro:Multipoint Bluetooth connectivity

Con:Heavier than some rivals at 367g
Con:No wireless charging support
Con:Only one microphone for communication

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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