The HyperX Cloud III Wireless are comfortable and well-built gaming headphones. The manufacturer advertises a continuous battery life of 120 hours, which is impressive compared to wireless gaming headsets from other manufacturers. They offer low-latency wireless performance via a USB dongle and feature the same sturdy and comfortable design as their wired counterpart, the HyperX Cloud III. Extra features are accessible through the HyperX NGENUITY companion software to tweak the sound profile with a graphic EQ and activate the DTS:X Spatial Sound for a multi-dimensional audio experience.
Our Verdict
The HyperX Cloud 3 Wireless aren't designed for fitness use. Although they have a wireless design, they're bulky and aren't designed with stability in mind. You'll struggle to keep these headphones on your head even during moderate-intensity exercise. Their faux leather earpads will also trap moisture around your ears. They lack an IP rating for protection against water and dust, but that's normal for over-ear gaming headphones.
- Well-built and comfortable.
- Poor noise isolation performance.
- Bulky design.
The HyperX Cloud III Wireless are a passable choice for commuting and traveling. They're bulky and lack a proper carrying case, so you'll struggle to bring them on trips or commutes. They also lack ANC and will do little to isolate your audio against loud, lower-frequency noises, like engine rumble. That said, they're comfortable, have a sturdy design, and their battery life will last you through the longest of journeys. You can also detach the boom mic for a more casual look.
- Exceptional battery life performance.
- Well-built and comfortable.
- Poor noise isolation performance.
- Bulky design.
The HyperX Cloud 3 Wireless are acceptable for office use. They have an impressive 120-hour battery life that will get you through the entire workweek without needing to charge. They're also comfortable enough to wear throughout the day and have a good microphone. However, they don't provide much isolation against ambient noise, so you'll get distracted by conversations around you. They also leak a fair bit of audio, meaning others around you can hear what you're listening to. If you're used to listening to audio from your smartphone, you'll likely miss the lack of Bluetooth connectivity and NFC pairing, as wireless audio is only available through the included USB dongle.
- Exceptional battery life performance.
- Well-built and comfortable.
- Poor noise isolation performance.
- Bulky design.
The HyperX Cloud III Wireless are a good choice for wireless gaming. They're well-built and comfortable enough for marathon gaming sessions, and their exceptional battery life performance will get you through a few of these without the need to charge. They offer low latency via the USB dongle that'll ensure you stay competitive during even the most intense firefights, and the boom mic will transmit your voice clearly so you can communicate with teammates effectively. You can also adjust their warm sound profile via the graphic EQ and presets in the HyperX NGENUITY app. You can only use changes made in the app on PCs and can't transfer them to a console. Unfortunately, their poor frequency response consistency means people with larger heads or longer hair may find achieving a consistent sound between wears difficult.
- Exceptional battery life performance.
- Well-built and comfortable.
- Graphic EQ and presets available.
- Low latency via wireless dongle.
- Inconsistent audio delivery.
- Incompatible with Xbox consoles.
The HyperX Cloud III Wireless are wireless gaming headphones; you can only use them with non-Bluetooth wireless.
The HyperX Cloud III Wireless have very good audio reproduction accuracy. They have a warm sound by default, which makes your audio feel smooth. If you prefer a brighter sound, you can always tweak it using the companion app's EQ. These headphones have good peaks and dips performance, meaning they don't deviate much from their warm sound profile, and their great group delay performance ensures transparent treble reproduction, with just a little flabbiness in the low bass. If you're an astute listener, you may notice that higher-pitched sounds like hi-hats sound slightly off-center because the left and right drivers are a little mismatched in terms of amplitude in the treble region.
The HyperX Cloud 3 Wireless have bad noise isolation. They block out hardly any noise and leak a fair bit of audio, so anyone around you can hear your content if you're listening at a moderate volume.
The HyperX Cloud 3 Wireless have a good microphone. The mic accurately captures your voice through the mid-range, although you don't sound airy. It also does a good job separating your voice from any noise around you, so even if you're gaming next to an open window, you'll still be comprehensible to whoever you're talking to.
The HyperX Cloud 3 Wireless have poor frequency response consistency. In particular, people who wear glasses could experience significantly less bass than we measured, while people with larger heads could experience more. In both cases, the difference is due to the thick earpads these headphones come with, which can make achieving a consistent seal with each wear challenging.
Performance Usages
Changelog
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Updated Apr 25, 2025:
This review has been updated to Test Bench 2.0, which adds the following tests: Stereo Mismatch, Group Delay, Cumulative Spectral Decay, PRTF, Harmonic Distortion, and Electrical Aspects. We've added new performance usages and updated the text throughout the Sound tests and side-by-sides.
- Updated Apr 25, 2025: We've converted this review to Test Bench 2.1, which features minor updates to our sound tests.
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Updated Oct 30, 2024:
The following test groups have been updated after Test Bench 1.8: Sound Profile, Raw Frequency Response, Bass Profile: Target Compliance, Mid-Range Profile: Target Compliance, Treble Profile: Target Compliance, and Peaks/Dips. Associated text changes have been made to match results from Test Bench 1.7 to Noise Isolation - Full Range and Noise Isolation - Common Scenarios. Text changes have also been made throughout the review to match these results.
- Updated Oct 28, 2024: We've converted this review to Test Bench 1.8, which updates our target curve and Sound tests. You can read more about this in our changelog.
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Differences Between Sizes And Variants
The HyperX Cloud 3 Wireless are the wireless variant of the HyperX Cloud III. We tested the 'Black-Red' version, but there's also a monochrome 'Black' colorway available. You can see the label of our unit. If you come across another variant, let us know in the comments, and we'll update our review.
Popular Headphones Comparisons
While the HyperX Cloud 3 Wireless don't quite have their wireless sibling, the HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless', exceptional 300-hour-plus battery life, the 120-hour battery performance is still fantastic. This battery performance is also an improvement on the HyperX Cloud 2/Cloud II Wireless, which can go for 30 hours between charges. Both the Cloud II and III Wireless offer great, low-latency wireless performance and integrate well with the HyperX NGENUITY software. Still, the second-gen provide a more bass-heavy sound out of the box. If you're looking for wireless gaming headphones that you can use with a wired connection, it's worth checking out the Logitech G PRO X 2 LIGHTSPEED Wireless. They can connect to Xbox series consoles via a wired connection, which isn't possible on the HyperX, and have an impressive 97-hour battery life. And if you're looking to save a little money, the Turtle Beach Stealth 600 (Gen 3) have 85 hours of battery life and a better mic than the HyperX Cloud 3 Wireless.
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The HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless have one of the best battery life performances of all the wireless gaming headphones we've tested. Still, the HyperX Cloud III Wireless are a better overall choice for gaming. While both headphones are comfortable and well-built, the Cloud Alpha Wireless struggles with high latency when connected to the NGENUITY app. This can mean that you'll sacrifice your competitive edge as the audio content of your game struggles to keep up with the visuals.
If you're looking for wireless gaming headphones, you'll want to check out the HyperX Cloud III Wireless, but if you're looking for wired, plug-and-play headphones, then the HyperX Cloud Alpha will be up your alley. While both pairs are equally comfortable, the wireless Cloud III have companion app support, so you can customize their sound to your liking and access a virtual soundstage feature for a more immersive audio experience. They also have low enough latency that your audio and visuals stay in sync while gaming. Conversely, the wired Cloud Alpha are better built, and their boom microphone offers a better overall performance.
The Logitech G PRO X 2 LIGHTSPEED Wireless and HyperX Cloud III Wireless are similarly performing wireless gaming headphones. Depending on your preferences, you might prefer one over the other. The Logitech headphones support a wired connection, meaning you can connect to Xbox Series consoles, which isn't possible with the HyperX. The HyperX have a longer battery life, and the boom mic sounds more natural compared to the Logitech's boomy, bass-heavy recording quality.
The SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless headphones are better for console gaming than the HyperX Cloud III Wireless. The SteelSeries come in three variants for PC, Xbox, and PlayStation. They support Bluetooth and multi-device pairing, and they're the natural choice for Xbox owners, as the HyperX lack Xbox compatibility. While the SteelSeries have a great battery life, at 33 hours of continuous use, the HyperX are a better choice if you want to go longer without recharging.
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