HyperX Cloud III Wired Gaming Headset vs Logitech G435 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Headset

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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 Logitech G435 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Headset at 5.3/10.

The HyperX Cloud III Wired Gaming Headset leads on microphone and noise cancelling and value.

The Logitech G435 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Headset leads on connectivity and battery.

They score the same on sound and comfort.

The biggest difference is microphone, where the HyperX Cloud III Wired Gaming Headset scores 7/10 to the Logitech G435 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Headset's 4/10.

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

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Logitech G435 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Headset

5.3/10verdict: good, not the best

The G435 is for gamers who want a light wireless headset that works on PC, PlayStation and Nintendo consoles. It suits people who value low weight and a choice of dongle or Bluetooth over mic quality and bass. It is a basic option for casual play rather than for streaming, calls or noisy rooms.

Typically about £62.99 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK

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Scores, criterion by criterion

Criterion	Weight	HyperX Cloud III Wired Gaming Headset	Logitech G435 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Headset
Sound	25%	5/10	5/10
Microphone	20%	7/10	4/10
Comfort	20%	7/10	7/10
Connectivity and battery	20%	5/10	6/10
Noise cancelling and value	15%	5/10	4/10
Overall		5.8/10	5.3/10

Specifications

Spec	HyperX Cloud III Wired Gaming Headset	Logitech G435 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Headset
Connection	Wired 3.5mm (4-pole CTIA) and USB 2.0; USB-C and USB-A via adapter	LIGHTSPEED wireless via USB 2.0 Type-A receiver, plus Bluetooth; wireless range up to 10 m
Noise cancelling	No active noise cancelling; noise cancelling on microphone only	not listed
Microphone	Electret condenser, uni-directional, noise-cancelling, 50Hz-17kHz, 10mm, detachable	Dual beamforming mics, no boom arm; frequency response 100 Hz to 8 kHz
Battery life	not listed	18 hours play time; USB-C charging
Weight	not listed	165 g (5.82 oz)
Works with	PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X\|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Mac, mobile	PC, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PS4, PS5, macOS 10.14 or later; Xbox compatibility conflicting between sources

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

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Logitech G435 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Headset

+ Light at 165 g, praised as comfortable
+ LIGHTSPEED dongle plus Bluetooth in one headset
+ USB-C charging and a 2-year warranty
− Dual mics, no boom arm; owners call it weak
− Thin bass and little isolation, per owners
− 18 hours of play time and no 3.5 mm jack

Skip it if:

Streamers and frequent callers who need a clear boom mic
Buyers who want a 3.5 mm jack for wired use
Anyone who needs noise cancelling or strong isolation

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