Gaming
HyperX Cloud III Wired Gaming Headset
83Outstanding
$70
Full review dataHyperX Cloud III Wired Gaming Headset vs JLab Midnight 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
JLab Midnight Wireless
82Outstanding
$35
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Neither pulls ahead overall - they trade wins across the measures.
- HyperX Cloud III Wired Gaming Headset
- JLab Midnight Wireless
HearWiki score
83
82
Sound
7.2
7.4
Battery
-
9.0
Calls
7.3
6.5
Value
9.0
8.0
Price (USD)
$70
$35
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
Both shipped in 2024. These are the same generation of hardware - nothing in the radio, the codecs or the noise cancelling separates them. Nothing separates them on convenience features either, so the choice comes down to tuning and price.
- Cloud III Wired Gaming Headset2024
- Midnight Wireless2024
Level on: USB-C.
Specifications
Cloud III Wired Gaming HeadsetMidnight Wireless
- Type
- Gaming
- Gaming
- Price (USD)
- $70
- $35
- HearWiki score
- 83
- 82
- Released
- 2024
- 2024
- Availability
- Still sold new
- Still 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
- 10 Hz - 21 kHz
- 20 Hz - 20 kHz
- Impedance
- 64 Ω
- 32 Ω
- Sensitivity
- 100 dB/mW
- -
- Bluetooth
- -
- 5.3
- Codecs
- -
- SBC, AAC, Opus
- Multipoint pairing
- -
- No
- Wireless range
- -
- 9 m
- Battery life
- -
- 70 h
- Full charge time
- -
- 180 min
- Quick charge
- -
- 10 min → 10 h
- Active noise cancelling
- No
- Yes
- Controls
- -
- buttons
- Weight
- 694 g
- 279 g
- Water resistance
- none
- none
- USB-C
- Yes
- Yes
- Connector
- 3.5 mm
- -
- Model code
- 727A9AA
- -
- Microphones
- 1
- -
- Microphone type
- electret
- -
- Mic sensitivity
- -42 dBV
- -
- Call noise reduction
- 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
JLab Midnight Wireless
The JLab Midnight Wireless is a budget-friendly gaming headset that packs impressive endurance and solid audio performance for its low price. With active noise cancellation and a comfortable over-ear design, it offers a surprisingly capable package for gamers who want essential features without spending a lot.
- Pro:Excellent battery life
- Pro:Good value for the price
- Pro:Active noise cancellation included
- Con:No multipoint connectivity
- Con:Basic button controls
- Con:No water resistance
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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