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HyperX Cloud III Wired Gaming Headset vs Razer BlackShark V2 X

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all judged against headsets at a similar price

The HyperX Cloud III Wired Gaming Headset and Razer BlackShark V2 X both score 5.8/10 overall.

They score the same on sound, microphone, comfort, connectivity and battery and noise cancelling and value.

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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Razer BlackShark V2 X

Razer BlackShark V2 X

5.8/10verdict: good, not the best

The Razer BlackShark V2 X is for gamers who want a light, wired headset with a dedicated mic. It suits anyone who can plug into a 3.5 mm jack on PC, console or phone and doesn't need wireless or noise cancelling. It is a poorer fit for people who care most about balanced sound or want a detachable cable.

Typically about £59.99 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 HeadsetRazer BlackShark V2 X
Sound25%5/105/10
Microphone20%7/107/10
Comfort20%7/107/10
Connectivity and battery20%5/105/10
Noise cancelling and value15%5/105/10
Overall5.8/105.8/10

Specifications

SpecHyperX Cloud III Wired Gaming HeadsetRazer BlackShark V2 X
ConnectionWired 3.5mm (4-pole CTIA) and USB 2.0; USB-C and USB-A via adapterAnalog 3.5 mm, 1.3 m cable
Noise cancellingNo active noise cancelling; noise cancelling on microphone onlyNone; passive isolation only, no active noise cancelling
MicrophoneElectret condenser, uni-directional, noise-cancelling, 50Hz-17kHz, 10mm, detachableHyperClear cardioid, unidirectional, 100 Hz to 10 kHz, 60 dB signal-to-noise ratio, click-to-mute
Weightnot listed240 g
Works withPC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Mac, mobilePC, Mac, PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and mobile (with 3.5mm connector)

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 ›

Razer BlackShark V2 X

  • + Light at 240 g; owners praise long-session comfort
  • + Owners praise the cardioid microphone
  • + 3.5 mm connection works across many platforms
  • − Owners report muffled, flat sound with 7.1 on
  • − Cable is fixed and can snag
  • − No wireless connection or active noise cancelling

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who want Bluetooth, a wireless dongle or multipoint
  • Anyone who needs active noise cancelling for noisy rooms or commuting
  • Listeners who care most about balanced sound for music or surround
Read the full Razer BlackShark V2 X review ›

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