Detailed comparison and review of HyperX Cloud Core and HyperX Cloud 3. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | HyperX Cloud Core | HyperX Cloud 3 |
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Product Type | Headset - 2.4 GHz - wireless | Headset - wired - USB, 3.5 mm jack | |
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Weight | 294 g | 308 g | HyperX Cloud Core are lighter than HyperX Cloud Core headphones. |
Colour | Black | Black, red | Black, red | |
Body Material | Leatherette | - | |
Earpad Material | Leatherette, memory foam | Leatherette, memory foam | |
Headband Material | Aluminium | Aluminium | |
Design | Games | Games | |
Recommended Use | Game console, computer | Game console, phone, computer | |
Gaming | Yes | Yes | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | 20 m | - |
SOUND QUALITY | HyperX Cloud Core | HyperX Cloud 3 |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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Headphones Technology | Dynamic | Dynamic | |
Ear Cups Type | Closed | Closed | |
Adjustable Headband | Yes | Yes | |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wired | |
Wireless Technology | 2.4 GHz radio frequency | - | |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Sound Effects | DTS Headphone:X | DTS Headphone:X | |
Frequency Response | 10 - 21000 Hz | 10 - 21000 Hz | Both headphones offer the same frequency response. |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | <2% | <2% | Both headphones have the same total harmonic distortion. |
Sensitivity | 99 dB | 100 dB | HyperX Cloud 3 have higher sensitivity than HyperX Cloud Core. |
Impedance | 60 Ohm | 64 Ohm | |
Diaphragm | 53 mm | 53 mm | Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm. |
Magnet Material | Neodymium | Neodymium | |
Features | - | 44.1kHz sampling rate, 48kHz sampling rate, 96kHz sampling rate | |
In-Cord Volume Control | Yes | - |
MICROPHONE | HyperX Cloud Core | HyperX Cloud 3 |
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Form Factor | Detachable headset microphone | Detachable headset microphone | |
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Type | Boom | Boom | |
Microphone Technology | Electret condenser | Electret condenser | |
Microphone Operation Mode | Bi-directional | Uni-directional | |
Connectivity Technology | - | Wired | |
Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | The microphones on both headphones can cancel out ambient noise. |
Frequency Response | 100 - 12000 Hz | 50 - 17000 Hz | HyperX Cloud 3 offer a larger microphone frequency range than HyperX Cloud Core. |
Audio Input Details | Cardioid - 100 - 12000 Hz | - | |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | 2% | - | |
Sensitivity | -44 dBV/Pascal | -42 dBV/Pascal | |
Impedance | 2.2 kOhm | - | |
Max Sound Pressure | 105 dB | - | |
Microphone Power Source Voltage (DC) | 2 V | - |
REMOTE CONTROL | HyperX Cloud Core | HyperX Cloud 3 |
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Controls | - | Volume, mute button |
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CABLE | HyperX Cloud Core | HyperX Cloud 3 |
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Cable Type | USB charge cable - 50 cm | Headset cable - 1.2 m USB cable - 1.3 m |
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Cable Length | 1 m | - |
FEATURES | HyperX Cloud Core | HyperX Cloud 3 |
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Features | - | Mute LED indicator |
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BATTERY AND CHARGING | HyperX Cloud Core | HyperX Cloud 3 |
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Battery Type | Lithium polymer | - | |
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Battery Life | 20 hour(s) | - | |
Charging Time | 3 hour(s) | - |
CONNECTIONS | HyperX Cloud Core | HyperX Cloud 3 |
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Connector Type | Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) | - |
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OTHERS | HyperX Cloud Core | HyperX Cloud 3 |
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Included Accessories | USB wireless receiver, detachable microphone | USB dongle, detachable microphone, USB-C to USB-A adapter | |
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Compatibility | iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Windows | - | |
Service & Support | Limited warranty - 2 years | - |