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Focal Utopia 2022 — Open-back
Focal

Focal Utopia 2022

Open-back

96
/ 100
From $4,999
VS
Focal Utopia 2022 wins by 11
HyperX Cloud III Wireless (White) — Gaming · 2024 · White
HyperX

HyperX Cloud III Wireless (White)

Gaming · 2024 · White

85
/ 100
From $169
Specdex verdict

Focal Utopia 2022 takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Focal Utopia 2022 lands at 96 and HyperX Cloud III Wireless (White) at 85. That puts Focal Utopia 2022 ahead by 11 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Focal Utopia 2022 if…

  • ✓Reference-level detail
  • ✓Well-regarded in audiophile community
  • ✓Long-term ownership appeal

Pick HyperX Cloud III Wireless (White) if…

  • ✓Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
  • ✓Detachable broadcast mic
  • ✓Console compatibility
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Sound quality

Focal Utopia 2022

Tuning, detail, and staging

Focal Utopia 2022 leads on sound (96 vs 85).

Noise cancelling

HyperX Cloud III Wireless (White)

ANC strength for commute and travel

HyperX Cloud III Wireless (White) leads on anc (70 vs 0).

Comfort

Focal Utopia 2022

Long-session wearability

Focal Utopia 2022 leads on comfort (88 vs 83).

Value for money

HyperX Cloud III Wireless (White)

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

HyperX Cloud III Wireless (White) more score per dollar ($169 vs $4,999).

Focal Utopia 2022 96
vs
85 HyperX Cloud III Wireless (White)

Score breakdown

Focal Utopia 2022
96
anc 0
sound 96
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50
HyperX Cloud III Wireless (White)
85
anc 70
sound 85
comfort 83
battery 86
features 85

Specs side-by-side

Focal Utopia 2022 versus HyperX Cloud III Wireless (White) — full spec comparison
Spec Focal Utopia 2022 HyperX Cloud III Wireless (White)
Type
Open-back
Gaming headset
Variant
—
White
Release year
—
2024

Focal Utopia 2022

Pros
  • +Reference-level detail
  • +Well-regarded in audiophile community
  • +Long-term ownership appeal
Cons
  • −Requires amplifier (most)
  • −No active noise cancellation
  • −Impractical for commuting

HyperX Cloud III Wireless (White)

Pros
  • +Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
  • +Detachable broadcast mic
  • +Console compatibility
Cons
  • −Bulkier than audiophile cans
  • −Game-tuned EQ
  • −Software required on PC

FAQ: Focal Utopia 2022 vs HyperX Cloud III Wireless (White)

Which is better, Focal Utopia 2022 or HyperX Cloud III Wireless (White)? +

Focal Utopia 2022 scores 96 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 11. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Focal Utopia 2022 worth the price? +

At $4,999, Focal Utopia 2022 delivers a Specdex score of 96 — strongest in battery.

Is HyperX Cloud III Wireless (White) worth the price? +

At $169, HyperX Cloud III Wireless (White) delivers a Specdex score of 85 — strongest in battery.

Does Focal Utopia 2022 or HyperX Cloud III Wireless (White) last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for sound quality, Focal Utopia 2022 or HyperX Cloud III Wireless (White)? +

Focal Utopia 2022 — leads on sound (96 vs 85). Tuning, detail, and staging.

Which is better for noise cancelling, Focal Utopia 2022 or HyperX Cloud III Wireless (White)? +

HyperX Cloud III Wireless (White) — leads on anc (70 vs 0). ANC strength for commute and travel.