Gaming
HyperX Cloud III Wired Gaming Headset
83Outstanding
$70
Full review dataHyperX Cloud III Wired Gaming Headset vs Mpow BH439 Air SE Gaming Headset: 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
Mpow BH439 Air SE Gaming Headset
61Average
$44
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 3 of 5 measures.
- HyperX Cloud III Wired Gaming Headset
- Mpow BH439 Air SE Gaming Headset
HearWiki score
83
61
Sound
7.2
6.5
Calls
7.3
7.8
Value
9.0
7.3
Price (USD)
$70
$44
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
The HyperX Cloud III Wired Gaming Headset is 3 years newer, but it is 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. For 3 years between them, that is a thin return - treat this as a restyle rather than a new platform.
- Cloud III Wired Gaming Headset20243 yr newer
- BH439 Air SE Gaming Headset2021
What differsCloud III Wired Gaming HeadsetBH439 Air SE Gaming Headset
- USB-C
- Yes
- No
Everyday features
Specifications
Cloud III Wired Gaming HeadsetBH439 Air SE Gaming Headset
- Type
- Gaming
- Gaming
- Price (USD)
- $70
- $44
- HearWiki score
- 83
- 61
- Released
- 2024
- 2021
- Availability
- Still sold new
- Discontinued
- Driver
- 53 mm dynamic
- 2× 50 mm dynamic
- Driver type
- dynamic
- dynamic
- Driver size
- 53 mm
- 50 mm
- Drivers per side
- 1
- 2
- Frequency response
- 10 Hz - 21 kHz
- 20 Hz - 20 kHz
- Impedance
- 64 Ω
- 32 Ω
- Sensitivity
- 100 dB/mW
- -
- Active noise cancelling
- No
- No
- Controls
- -
- buttons
- Weight
- 694 g
- 465 g
- Water resistance
- none
- -
- Detachable cable
- -
- Yes
- USB-C
- Yes
- No
- Connector
- 3.5 mm
- 3.5 mm
- Model code
- 727A9AA
- -
- Microphones
- 1
- 1
- Microphone type
- electret
- -
- Mic sensitivity
- -42 dBV
- -
- Call noise reduction
- Yes
- Yes
- Call NR technology
- -
- noise-cancelling mic
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
Mpow BH439 Air SE Gaming Headset
The Mpow BH439 Air SE is a budget-friendly wired gaming headset that relies on large 50mm dynamic drivers to deliver punchy bass and clean output at high volumes. It offers broad compatibility via its 3.5mm connection and includes a noise-reducing microphone for clearer in-game chat. While its price is appealing, the design leans toward heavy and can become warm during longer sessions.
- Pro:Strong bass response for immersive gaming
- Pro:No distortion at high volume levels
- Pro:Broad compatibility with 3.5mm devices
- Con:Heavier build may cause fatigue over time
- Con:Heat buildup during extended use
- Con:Surround sound performance can be inconsistent
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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