Gaming
HyperX Cloud III Wired Gaming Headset
83Outstanding
$70
Full review dataHyperX Cloud III Wired Gaming Headset vs HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 Core Wireless: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the HyperX Cloud III Wired Gaming Headset comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 83. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: HyperX Cloud III Wired Gaming Headset - Outstanding overall at around $70.
Gaming
HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 Core Wireless
64Good
$60
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
HyperX Cloud III Wired Gaming Headset leads on 4 of 6 measures.
- HyperX Cloud III Wired Gaming Headset
- HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 Core Wireless
HearWiki score
83
64
Sound
7.2
6.8
Battery
-
4.8
Calls
7.3
6.3
Value
9.0
6.8
Price (USD)
$70
$60
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?
Same generation
HyperX Cloud III Wired Gaming Headset (2024) against HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 Core Wireless (2023). These are the same generation of hardware - nothing in the radio, the codecs or the noise cancelling separates them. The platform is level; the newer hardware shows up in convenience features instead - the HyperX Cloud III Wired Gaming Headset adds USB-C.
- Cloud III Wired Gaming Headset20241 yr newer
- Cloud Stinger 2 Core Wireless2023
What differsCloud III Wired Gaming HeadsetCloud Stinger 2 Core Wireless
- USB-C
- Yes
- No
Everyday features
Specifications
Cloud III Wired Gaming HeadsetCloud Stinger 2 Core Wireless
- Type
- Gaming
- Gaming
- Price (USD)
- $70
- $60
- HearWiki score
- 83
- 64
- Released
- 2024
- 2023
- Availability
- Still sold new
- Still sold new
- Driver
- 53 mm dynamic
- 40 mm dynamic
- Driver type
- dynamic
- dynamic
- Driver size
- 53 mm
- 40 mm
- Drivers per side
- 1
- 1
- Frequency response
- 10 Hz - 21 kHz
- 10 Hz - 20.2 kHz
- Impedance
- 64 Ω
- 32 Ω
- Sensitivity
- 100 dB/mW
- 104.5 dB/mW
- Multipoint pairing
- -
- No
- Wireless range
- -
- 20 m
- Battery life
- -
- 20 h
- Full charge time
- -
- 210 min
- Wireless charging
- -
- No
- Active noise cancelling
- No
- No
- ANC type
- -
- none
- Transparency mode
- -
- No
- Companion app
- -
- No
- Custom EQ
- -
- No
- Wear detection
- -
- No
- Controls
- -
- buttons
- Voice assistant
- -
- No
- Weight
- 694 g
- 272 g
- Water resistance
- none
- none
- USB-C
- Yes
- No
- Connector
- 3.5 mm
- -
- Model code
- 727A9AA
- -
- Microphones
- 1
- 1
- Microphone type
- electret
- electret
- Mic sensitivity
- -42 dBV
- -12 dBV
- Call noise reduction
- Yes
- Yes
What reviewers said
HyperX Cloud III Wired Gaming Headset
The HyperX Cloud III is a refined wired gaming headset that builds on the Cloud II legacy with a comfortable fit, durable build, and clear sound tailored for gaming. Its 53mm angled drivers help with directional audio, while the analog and USB-C connections ensure broad compatibility across devices. At its current price, it offers solid value for gamers seeking a dependable, no-frills headset.
- Pro:Very comfortable for long sessions
- Pro:Low latency keeps audio in sync
- Pro:Clear and well-balanced sound signature
- Con:No active noise cancellation
- Con:Heavier than some competitors at 694g
- Con:Not ideal for on-the-go use
HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 Core Wireless
The HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 Core Wireless is a budget-friendly gaming headset that focuses on simplicity and comfort. It offers a solid 20-hour battery life and a reliable wireless connection, but skips extras like ANC, app support, or multipoint pairing. Its sound is tuned for gaming, with a lightweight build that suits long sessions.
- Pro:Comfortable, lightweight design for long gaming sessions
- Pro:Clear, game-focused sound with a wide frequency response
- Pro:Simple wireless setup with a 20-hour battery
- Con:No active noise cancellation or transparency mode
- Con:Microphone quality is weak and can be cumbersome
- Con:Lacks app support and custom EQ options
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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