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HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Gaming Headset vs HyperX Cloud III Wired Gaming Headset

Researched, not hands-on tested.How we review ›

all judged against headsets at a similar price

The HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Gaming Headset scores 5.9/10 overall, ahead of the HyperX Cloud III Wired Gaming Headset at 5.8/10.

The HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Gaming Headset leads on sound and connectivity and battery.

The HyperX Cloud III Wired Gaming Headset leads on microphone.

They score the same on comfort and noise cancelling and value.

The biggest difference is microphone, where the HyperX Cloud III Wired Gaming Headset scores 7/10 to the HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Gaming Headset's 4/10.

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Gaming Headset

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Gaming Headset

5.9/10verdict: good, not the best

The HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless suits PC gamers who want a wireless headset that rarely needs charging. Its battery life and comfort draw the most praise from reviewers. It is a weaker fit for anyone who relies on the microphone, wants Bluetooth, or uses a console.

Typically about £91.99 in the UK when we researched itSearch Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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HyperX Cloud III Wired Gaming Headset

HyperX Cloud III Wired Gaming Headset

5.8/10verdict: good, not the best

The HyperX Cloud III Wired is for gamers who want a wired headset with a detachable, noise-cancelling microphone. It suits people playing across PC, consoles, Mac and mobile from a single headset. It is a weaker fit for anyone who ranks sound quality or all-day comfort above voice clarity.

Typically about £56.72 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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Scores, criterion by criterion

CriterionWeightHyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Gaming HeadsetHyperX Cloud III Wired Gaming Headset
Sound25%6/105/10
Microphone20%4/107/10
Comfort20%7/107/10
Connectivity and battery20%7/105/10
Noise cancelling and value15%5/105/10
Overall5.9/105.8/10

Specifications

SpecHyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Gaming HeadsetHyperX Cloud III Wired Gaming Headset
ConnectionWireless USB 2.4 GHz, USB 2.0 dongle, stereo, 48 kHz / 24-bitWired 3.5mm (4-pole CTIA) and USB 2.0; USB-C and USB-A via adapter
Noise cancellingnot listedNo active noise cancelling; noise cancelling on microphone only
MicrophoneDetachable electret condenser, bi-directional, noise-cancelling, 50 Hz–7.2 kHz, sensitivity -15 dBFS/PaElectret condenser, uni-directional, noise-cancelling, 50Hz-17kHz, 10mm, detachable
Battery lifeUp to 300 hours, 4.5-hour charge time (tested at 50% headphone volume)not listed
Weight322 g headset, 335 g with microphonenot listed
Works withPCPC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Mac, mobile

Strengths and weaknesses

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Gaming Headset

  • + Battery rated at up to 300 hours
  • + Comfort praised by Tom's Guide and HotHardware
  • + 2.4 GHz wireless with DTS Headphone:X included
  • − Microphone described as lacklustre or crackly by reviewers
  • − PC is the only listed platform
  • − Software criticised as convoluted and limited

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who need a headset for calls or streaming and care about microphone quality
  • Console or phone users, since PC is the only listed platform
  • Anyone wanting Bluetooth or multi-device connection, as only a 2.4 GHz dongle is listed
Read the full HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Gaming Headset review ›

HyperX Cloud III Wired Gaming Headset

  • + Mic described by owners as clear and crisp
  • + Owners praise comfort and build quality
  • + Works across PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch, Mac and mobile
  • − Sound described as unremarkable or weaker than expected
  • − Leatherette limits comfort over long sessions
  • − No active noise cancelling; ear cups don't swivel flat

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who put sound quality for music or detailed game audio first
  • People who want wireless freedom or a battery-powered headset
  • Anyone who needs active noise cancelling or wears a headset for many hours at a time
Read the full HyperX Cloud III Wired Gaming Headset review ›

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