HyperX

HyperX Cloud III S Wireless

The HyperX Cloud III S Wireless lands as a solid mid-range gaming headset, built around 120 hours.

62/100
Solid pick
Overall score · how we rate
120 hours
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Why we rate it

  • Wireless
  • Detachable mic
  • Noise-cancelling mic
  • Above-average battery life
  • No surround sound
  • No active noise cancelling
Score profile

Where the HyperX Cloud III S Wireless wins and loses

Scored against the gaming headsets class
DesignMicrophoneBattery858549
Design and build
85
Microphone
85
Battery and power
49
Full specification

Specifications

Grouped · supported features marked in blue

Design and build

Weight356 g
WirelessYes

Microphone

Detachable micYes
Noise-cancelling micYes

Battery and power

Battery life120 hours

More specs

TypeClosed-Back
ConnectionWireless
MicrophoneDetachable
Noise cancellingNo
Head to head

HyperX Cloud III S Wireless vs SteelSeries SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless

Highlighted cell = better in that row
DesignMicrophoneBattery
HyperX Cloud III S WirelessSteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless
 HyperXHyperX Cloud III S WirelessThis pageSteelSeriesSteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless
Overall score62 /10062 /100
Battery hours120 hoursBetter22 hours
Weight356 gBetter516 g
Driver40 mm
Wireless 2 4ghzYes
BluetoothBluetooth
SurroundYes
Who it's for

Is the HyperX Cloud III S Wireless right for you?

Buy it if
Buyers on a budget

Anyone who needs a dependable gaming headset for the essentials without overspending.

Skip it if
Skip it if

You need surround sound, in which case a higher-tier gaming headset is the better call.

Critical listener
Cares about detail, tuning and codec support.
good
Everyday listener
Music, calls and commuting, wants a safe all-rounder.
good
Value seeker
Wants the most sound for the least outlay.
excellent
Common questions

Before you buy

Is the HyperX Cloud III S Wireless worth it?

It depends on what you need. It scores 62/100 against other gaming headsets, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 55.

What stands out on the HyperX Cloud III S Wireless?

Its wireless stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.

How does it compare to the Delta S Core?

The Delta S Core scores 63/100 versus this one at 62/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.