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

HyperX Cloud III (Black)

Gaming · 2023 · Black

84
/ 100
From $99
VS
Sennheiser HD 800 S wins by 11
Sennheiser HD 800 S — Open-back
Sennheiser

Sennheiser HD 800 S

Open-back

95
/ 100
From $1,699
Specdex verdict

Sennheiser HD 800 S takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, HyperX Cloud III (Black) lands at 84 and Sennheiser HD 800 S at 95. That puts Sennheiser HD 800 S ahead by 11 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 Sennheiser HD 800 S 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

Sennheiser HD 800 S

Tuning, detail, and staging

Sennheiser HD 800 S leads on sound (95 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

Sennheiser HD 800 S

Long-session wearability

Sennheiser HD 800 S 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 $1,699).

HyperX Cloud III (Black) 84
vs
95 Sennheiser HD 800 S

Score breakdown

HyperX Cloud III (Black)
84
anc 70
sound 84
comfort 82
battery 86
features 84
Sennheiser HD 800 S
95
anc 0
sound 95
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50

Specs side-by-side

HyperX Cloud III (Black) versus Sennheiser HD 800 S — full spec comparison
Spec HyperX Cloud III (Black) Sennheiser HD 800 S
Type
Gaming headset
Open-back
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

Sennheiser HD 800 S

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 Sennheiser HD 800 S

Which is better, HyperX Cloud III (Black) or Sennheiser HD 800 S? +

Sennheiser HD 800 S scores 95 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 11. 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 Sennheiser HD 800 S worth the price? +

At $1,699, Sennheiser HD 800 S delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in battery.

Does HyperX Cloud III (Black) or Sennheiser HD 800 S 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 Sennheiser HD 800 S? +

Sennheiser HD 800 S — leads on sound (95 vs 84). Tuning, detail, and staging.

Which is better for noise cancelling, HyperX Cloud III (Black) or Sennheiser HD 800 S? +

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