HyperX Cloud III 727A8AA
HyperX
53 Overall Score
vs
Sony WH-1000XM6
Sony
95 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
HyperX Cloud III 727A8AA
85 out of 100 medium confidence 13 reviews
The HyperX Cloud III is widely praised for its comfort, sound quality, and value for money. Users highlight the memory foam ear cushions, clear audio with DTS spatial audio, and a good microphone. Some note that the volume could be louder and the mic is acceptable but not top-tier, but overall it's seen as a solid budget-friendly option.
Pros
- Extremely comfortable memory foam ear cushions
- Clear and immersive sound quality
- Good microphone with noise cancellation
- Great value for money
- Solid build quality and durable design
Cons
- Volume not extremely loud
- Microphone quality acceptable but not top-tier
- Ear padding can get warm over long sessions
- Sound may feel slightly muffled if volume wheel accidentally turned down
Comfort 10
Sound quality 10
Microphone quality 8
Value for money 7
Build quality 6
Volume level 3
Sony WH-1000XM6
No customer feedback yet
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Specifications
| HyperX Cloud III 727A8AA | Sony WH-1000XM6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.31 kg | 0.25 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | Memory foam + leatherette | synthetic leather |
| Headband | memory foam | synthetic leather |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 53 mm★ | 30 mm |
| Freq Min | — | 5 Hz★ |
| Impedance | 64 Ω | 48 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | HyperX Cloud III – Wired Gaming Headset, PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Angled 53mm Drivers, DTS Spatial Audio, Memory Foam, Durable Frame, Ultra-Clear 10mm Mic, USB-C, USB-A, 3.5mm – Black | LDAC |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | — | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.3★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | — | ✓★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 30 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 3 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 10 min for 3 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 1 | 12★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Touch Controls | — | ✓★ |
| App | — | Sony | Sound Connect |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
Pros & Cons
HyperX Cloud III 727A8AA
- Strong mic (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong sound (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong social proof (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (72nd percentile)
- Below average comfort (30th percentile)
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Sony WH-1000XM6
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (89th percentile)89th %ile
Verdict
Winner: Sony WH-1000XM6
Scores 95 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 32 specs.