QCY H3 ANC vs HyperX Cloud A3RL9AA
QCY H3 ANC
HyperX Cloud A3RL9AA
What Buyers Say
QCY H3 ANC
The QCY H3 ANC Bluetooth Headphones are highly praised for their excellent noise cancellation, comfort, and battery life. Users appreciate the sound quality and value for money, though some note issues with weight and sharp edges. Overall, they are recommended for their features and performance at a competitive price.
Pros
- Excellent noise cancellation
- Comfortable for all-day wear
- Great battery life
- Good sound quality
- Value for money
Cons
- Sharp edges on ear pieces
- Heavy weight
- Sound leakage at high volume
- Slides around when bending over
HyperX Cloud A3RL9AA
The HyperX headset receives mostly positive feedback for its sound quality, comfort, and affordability. However, a few users report issues with durability, such as audio failure after a month or a cracked headband, and the ear cushions can get warm over long sessions. The microphone is praised for clarity, and the overall value is considered excellent for gaming, though music reproduction is more neutral.
Pros
- Great sound quality
- Comfortable and lightweight
- Good microphone clarity
- Affordable price
- Noise isolation
Cons
- Durability issues (audio failure, cracked headband)
- Ear cushions get warm over time
- Short cable length
- Tight fit for larger heads
- Flat sound for music
Scores
Specifications
| QCY H3 ANC | HyperX Cloud A3RL9AA | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | โ★ | โ |
| Weight | 0.26 kg★ | 0.57 kg |
| Ear Cushion | synthetic protein leather, memory foam | memory foam |
| Headband | self-adjustable and flexible headband | aluminum |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | โ |
| Driver Size | 40 mm★ | โ |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | โ |
| Impedance | 32 ฮฉ | โ |
| Hi-Res Audio | โ★ | โ |
| Codecs | QCY H3 ANC Bluetooth Headphones Over Ear, Active Noise Cancelling Bluetooth 5.4 Headphones with Microphones, Hi-Res Audio Sound, Multipoint Connection, 60H Playback, Custom EQ via App(White) | HyperX Cloud - Gaming Headset, Memory Foam Comfort, Noise-Cancelling mic, Durable Aluminum Frame. |
| Surround | QCY H3 ANC Bluetooth Headphones Over Ear, Active Noise Cancelling Bluetooth 5.4 Headphones with Microphones, Hi-Res Audio Sound, Multipoint Connection, 60H Playback, Custom EQ via App(Blue) | QCY H3 A | โ |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | โ★ | โ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | โ |
| Transparency | โ★ | โ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | โ★ | โ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | โ |
| Multipoint | โ★ | โ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | โ |
| Detachable Cable | โ | โ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 60 hrs★ | โ |
| Charging | USB-C★ | โ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | โ | โ |
| Mic Count | 3★ | โ |
| NC Mic | โ | โ |
| Boom Mic | โ | โ★ |
| Detachable Mic | โ | โ★ |
| Features | ||
| Touch Controls | โ★ | โ |
| App | QCY APP | โ |
| Gaming Mode | โ | โ★ |
Pros & Cons
QCY H3 ANC
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong anc (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong battery (89th percentile)89th %ile
HyperX Cloud A3RL9AA
- Strong mic (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong build (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong social proof (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average comfort (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average sound (18th percentile)18th %ile
- Below average connectivity (32nd percentile)
- Below average anc (33rd percentile)
Pricing
QCY H3 ANC offers 6.5x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 85 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 14 of 31 specs.
