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HyperX Cloud III (Black) — Gaming · 2023 · Black
HyperX

HyperX Cloud III (Black)

Gaming · 2023 · Black

84
/ 100
From $99
VS
HiFiMan Susvara wins by 12
HiFiMan Susvara — Planar magnetic
HiFiMan

HiFiMan Susvara

Planar magnetic

96
/ 100
From $5,999
Specdex verdict

HiFiMan Susvara takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, HyperX Cloud III (Black) lands at 84 and HiFiMan Susvara at 96. That puts HiFiMan Susvara ahead by 12 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick HyperX Cloud III (Black) if…

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

Pick HiFiMan Susvara if…

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

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

Sound quality

HiFiMan Susvara

Tuning, detail, and staging

HiFiMan Susvara leads on sound (96 vs 84).

Noise cancelling

HyperX Cloud III (Black)

ANC strength for commute and travel

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

Comfort

HiFiMan Susvara

Long-session wearability

HiFiMan Susvara leads on comfort (88 vs 82).

Value for money

HyperX Cloud III (Black)

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

HyperX Cloud III (Black) more score per dollar ($99 vs $5,999).

HyperX Cloud III (Black) 84
vs
96 HiFiMan Susvara

Score breakdown

HyperX Cloud III (Black)
84
anc 70
sound 84
comfort 82
battery 86
features 84
HiFiMan Susvara
96
anc 0
sound 96
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50

Specs side-by-side

HyperX Cloud III (Black) versus HiFiMan Susvara — full spec comparison
Spec HyperX Cloud III (Black) HiFiMan Susvara
Type
Gaming headset
Planar magnetic
Variant
Black
—
Release year
2023
—

HyperX Cloud III (Black)

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

HiFiMan Susvara

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

FAQ: HyperX Cloud III (Black) vs HiFiMan Susvara

Which is better, HyperX Cloud III (Black) or HiFiMan Susvara? +

HiFiMan Susvara scores 96 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 12. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is HyperX Cloud III (Black) worth the price? +

At $99, HyperX Cloud III (Black) delivers a Specdex score of 84 — strongest in battery.

Is HiFiMan Susvara worth the price? +

At $5,999, HiFiMan Susvara delivers a Specdex score of 96 — strongest in battery.

Does HyperX Cloud III (Black) or HiFiMan Susvara 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, HyperX Cloud III (Black) or HiFiMan Susvara? +

HiFiMan Susvara — leads on sound (96 vs 84). Tuning, detail, and staging.

Which is better for noise cancelling, HyperX Cloud III (Black) or HiFiMan Susvara? +

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