HyperX Cloud A3RL9AA
The durable aluminum frame and plush memory foam ear cushions deliver a build quality that withstands long sessions, while the 53mm drivers provide enhanced bass reproduction for immersive in-game audio. Its detachable noise-cancelling microphone and convenient in-line audio controls add practical flexibility for switching between multiplayer chat and solo listening. This wired headset is best for budget-conscious gamers who prioritize all-day comfort and clear team communication over music playback.
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Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong mic (95th percentile) 95th
- Strong build (95th percentile) 95th
- Strong social proof (84th percentile) 84th
Cons
- Below average comfort (11th percentile)
- Below average sound (18th percentile)
- Below average connectivity (32nd percentile)
- Below average anc (33rd percentile)
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
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Based on 11 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed |
| Weight | 0.6 kg / 1.3 lbs |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam |
| Headband | aluminum |
Audio
| Codecs | HyperX Cloud - Gaming Headset, Memory Foam Comfort, Noise-Cancelling mic, Durable Aluminum Frame. |
Noise Control
| ANC | No |
Connectivity
| Wireless | No |
| Detachable Cable | Yes |
Microphone
| Microphone | Yes |
| NC Mic | Yes |
| Boom Mic | Yes |
| Detachable Mic | Yes |
Features
| Gaming Mode | Yes |
vs Competition
| Spec | HyperX Cloud A3RL9AA | Sony WH-1000XM6 | Sennheiser HDB 630 | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | Bose QuietComfort Ultra 890101-0100 | Nothing Headphone (a) B186 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear |
| Driver Type | - | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size (mm) | - | 30 | 42 | 40 | - | 40 |
| Impedance Ohms | - | 48 | 480 | - | 32 | 16 |
| Wireless | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Open Closed Back | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.3 | 5.2 | 5.3 | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 30 | 60 | 30 | 30 | 135 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | User Sentiment | Connectivity | Social Proof | Affordability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HyperX Cloud A3RL9AA | 32.7 | 94.8 | 94.7 | 17.9 | 46.5 | 11.2 | 40 | 31.9 | 83.6 | 51.6 |
| Sony WH-1000XM6 Compare | 98.5 | 98 | 96.1 | 92.8 | 77.7 | 78.5 | 0 | 99.9 | 83.6 | 5.4 |
| Sennheiser HDB 630 Compare | 98.5 | 79.7 | 74.5 | 97.7 | 91.6 | 42.9 | 88.5 | 98.3 | 95 | 4.4 |
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Compare | 98.5 | 98.9 | 94.7 | 98.7 | 77.7 | 50.1 | 82.5 | 97.4 | 95 | 2.7 |
| Bose QuietComfort Ultra 890101-0100 Compare | 94.8 | 73.1 | 94.7 | 49.6 | 77.7 | 78.5 | 56.4 | 99.7 | 83.6 | 7.8 |
| Nothing Headphone (a) B186 Compare | 98.5 | 81.3 | 90.8 | 93.4 | 99.9 | 30 | 88.5 | 100 | 95 | 25 |
Price
Value & Pricing
We started tracking prices for this product on Oct 2, 2026. The chart appears once we have more data.
Usage Scores
- Work26.9
- Calls31.2
- Music17.3
- Overall36.8
- Budget48.3
- Gaming35.8
- Studio24.4
- Commute20.3
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