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HyperX Cloud III Wired Gaming Headset vs Jabra Evolve 20

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all judged against headsets at a similar price

The HyperX Cloud III Wired Gaming Headset scores 5.8/10 overall, ahead of the Jabra Evolve 20 at 5.6/10.

The HyperX Cloud III Wired Gaming Headset leads on microphone and comfort.

The Jabra Evolve 20 leads on noise cancelling and value.

They score the same on sound and connectivity and battery.

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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Jabra Evolve 20

Jabra Evolve 20

5.6/10verdict: good, not the best

The Jabra Evolve 20 is for office and home workers who want a simple wired headset for calls. It is certified for Microsoft Teams, Avaya and Cisco and connects over USB with no setup. It is a weaker fit for anyone who wants Bluetooth, active noise cancelling or richer music playback.

Typically about £39.99 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 III Wired Gaming HeadsetJabra Evolve 20
Sound25%5/105/10
Microphone20%7/106/10
Comfort20%7/106/10
Connectivity and battery20%5/105/10
Noise cancelling and value15%5/106/10
Overall5.8/105.6/10

Specifications

SpecHyperX Cloud III Wired Gaming HeadsetJabra Evolve 20
ConnectionWired 3.5mm (4-pole CTIA) and USB 2.0; USB-C and USB-A via adapterUSB plug-and-play, USB-A (USB-C on the C variant only); no Bluetooth
Noise cancellingNo active noise cancelling; noise cancelling on microphone onlyPassive noise cancelling only; no active noise cancelling
MicrophoneElectret condenser, uni-directional, noise-cancelling, 50Hz-17kHz, 10mm, detachableElectret condenser, unidirectional, boom arm folds away; 100Hz to 10kHz at 6dB
Battery lifenot listedNone (no battery)
Weightnot listed132 g stereo, 104 g mono with in-line link (buy page gives 0.1711 kg stereo and 0.1425 kg mono, conflicting)
Works withPC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Mac, mobileCertified for Microsoft Teams, Avaya and Cisco; works with PCs and mobile devices over USB-A or USB-C; Jabra Direct and Jabra Xpress software

Strengths and weaknesses

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 ›

Jabra Evolve 20

  • + Plug-and-play USB setup, praised by owners
  • + Certified for Microsoft Teams, Avaya and Cisco
  • + Two-year warranty; owners praise the value
  • − Owners report basic sound quality
  • − Wired only; no Bluetooth and no battery
  • − Passive noise cancelling only

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who want Bluetooth or the freedom to move away from the desk
  • Anyone who needs active noise cancelling in a noisy office
  • Listeners who want richer sound for music
Read the full Jabra Evolve 20 review ›

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