HyperX Cloud II vs HyperX Cloud III
Quick take: The HyperX Cloud II costs $10 less.
| Spec | HyperX Cloud II | HyperX Cloud III |
|---|---|---|
| Approx. price | ~$60 | ~$70 |
| Rating | — | — |
| Type | Gaming Headsets | Gaming Headsets |
| Noise Cancelling | None | None |
| Battery (single charge) | — | — |
| Battery (with case) | — | — |
| Quick Charge | — | — |
| Codecs | 3.5mm wired, USB audio control box | 3.5mm wired, USB-C, USB-A |
| Bluetooth | — | — |
| Multipoint | No | No |
| Driver Size | 53 mm | 53 mm |
| Weight | 320 g | 318 g |
| Water Resistance | — | — |
| Wireless Charging | No | No |
| Transparency Mode | No | No |
| Spatial Audio | Yes | Yes |
| App EQ | No | Yes |
Pros & cons
HyperX Cloud II
- ✓Aluminum frame durability is legendary — owners report 6-10 years of daily use
- ✓Memory foam leatherette pads stay comfortable through marathon sessions
- ✓3.5mm connection works on PS5, Xbox, Switch, PC, and mobile without adapters
- ✓Warm, bass-forward 53mm drivers suit action games well
- ✓Detachable noise-cancelling mic is fine for parties and Discord
- ✓Replacement ear pads are cheap and standard-sized
- ✓Frequently on sale around $50 or less
- ✗Sound quality is dated — fine for games, mediocre for music
- ✗USB box's virtual 7.1 surround is widely considered a gimmick
- ✗No software support, EQ, or firmware updates
- ✗Leatherette pads get sweaty in warm rooms
- ✗Mic is average by modern standards
- ✗Non-detachable main cable — a snag can total the headset
HyperX Cloud III
- ✓10mm mic is consistently rated among the best on any gaming headset
- ✓Cleaner, better-separated sound than the Cloud II's dated tuning
- ✓Works on PS5, Xbox, and Switch via 3.5mm; USB-C/USB-A for PC and PlayStation
- ✓Same legendary aluminum-frame durability as the Cloud II line
- ✓Memory foam pads comfortable for all-day sessions
- ✓LED mute indicator on the mic tip removes hot-mic anxiety
- ✓DTS spatial audio and EQ via Ngenuity software on PC
- ✗Modest upgrade if you already own a working Cloud II
- ✗No wireless option at this price point
- ✗Leatherette pads run warm during long sessions
- ✗Fixed (non-detachable) cable is the most fragile part
- ✗DTS spatial audio requires PC software — consoles get plain stereo