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HyperX Cloud III Wired Gaming Headset vs Logitech Zone Vibe 100 Wireless Over the Ear Headphones

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all judged against headsets at a similar price

The Logitech Zone Vibe 100 Wireless Over the Ear Headphones scores 6.2/10 overall, ahead of the HyperX Cloud III Wired Gaming Headset at 5.8/10.

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

The Logitech Zone Vibe 100 Wireless Over the Ear Headphones leads on sound, comfort and connectivity and battery.

They score the same on microphone.

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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Logitech Zone Vibe 100 Wireless Over the Ear Headphones

Logitech Zone Vibe 100 Wireless Over the Ear Headphones

6.2/10verdict: good, not the best

The Logitech Zone Vibe 100 is a light, wireless over-ear headset for people who spend the day on calls and music. It suits those who want a flip-to-mute boom mic, multipoint Bluetooth and a comfortable fit for long sessions. It does not suit buyers who want active noise cancelling or a gaming dongle.

Typically about £60 in the UK when we researched itSearch Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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Scores, criterion by criterion

CriterionWeightHyperX Cloud III Wired Gaming HeadsetLogitech Zone Vibe 100 Wireless Over the Ear Headphones
Sound25%5/106/10
Microphone20%7/107/10
Comfort20%7/108/10
Connectivity and battery20%5/106/10
Noise cancelling and value15%5/103/10
Overall5.8/106.2/10

Specifications

SpecHyperX Cloud III Wired Gaming HeadsetLogitech Zone Vibe 100 Wireless Over the Ear Headphones
ConnectionWired 3.5mm (4-pole CTIA) and USB 2.0; USB-C and USB-A via adapterBluetooth 5.2, wireless range up to 30 m; USB-C charging; no USB dongle; up to 8 paired devices, 2 at a time
Noise cancellingNo active noise cancelling; noise cancelling on microphone onlyNo active noise cancelling (microphone noise reduction via beamforming only)
MicrophoneElectret condenser, uni-directional, noise-cancelling, 50Hz-17kHz, 10mm, detachableDual omni-directional MEMS mics with directional beamforming and DSP; 100–8 kHz frequency response; flip-to-mute boom on left side
Battery lifenot listedUp to 20 hours listening and up to 18 hours talk time; 5 minutes charging gives up to 1 hour listening; full charge about 2 hours; not user-replaceable
Weightnot listed185 g (0.185 kg)
Works withPC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Mac, mobileWindows, Mac, Chrome, iOS and Android over Bluetooth; Logi Tune software for Mac and Windows

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 ›

Logitech Zone Vibe 100 Wireless Over the Ear Headphones

  • + Light at 185 g, with comfort praised by owners
  • + Multipoint Bluetooth with up to 8 paired devices
  • + Beamforming mics and a flip-to-mute boom
  • − No active noise cancelling
  • − Up to 20 hours of battery, not user-replaceable
  • − Some owners report fragile build and price concerns

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who want active noise cancelling for commutes or noisy offices
  • Gamers who need a low-latency USB dongle
  • Listeners who need confirmed AAC, LDAC or aptX support
Read the full Logitech Zone Vibe 100 Wireless Over the Ear Headphones review ›

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