HyperX
HyperX Cloud III Wireless (PS5 Edition)
Gaming · 2024 · PS5 Edition
85
/ 100
From $169
VS
HiFiMan Susvara wins by 11
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 Wireless (PS5 Edition) lands at 85 and HiFiMan Susvara at 96. That puts HiFiMan Susvara ahead by 11 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick HyperX Cloud III Wireless (PS5 Edition) 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
HyperX Cloud III Wireless (PS5 Edition) 85
vs 96 HiFiMan Susvara
Score breakdown
HyperX Cloud III Wireless (PS5 Edition)
85 anc 70
sound 85
comfort 83
battery 86
features 85
HiFiMan Susvara
96 anc 0
sound 96
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | HyperX Cloud III Wireless (PS5 Edition) | HiFiMan Susvara |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Gaming headset | Planar magnetic |
| Variant | PS5 Edition | — |
| Release year | 2024 | — |
HyperX Cloud III Wireless (PS5 Edition)
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 Wireless (PS5 Edition) vs HiFiMan Susvara
Which is better, HyperX Cloud III Wireless (PS5 Edition) or HiFiMan Susvara? +
HiFiMan Susvara scores 96 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 11. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is HyperX Cloud III Wireless (PS5 Edition) worth the price? +
At $169, HyperX Cloud III Wireless (PS5 Edition) delivers a Specdex score of 85 — 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 Wireless (PS5 Edition) 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.