Skullcandy HESH 3 vs. HyperX Cloud Orbit S

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Skullcandy HESH 3 and HyperX Cloud Orbit S. Compare design, audio features, functions and other important specifications to easily choose the right headphones for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the headphones that will best fit your needs.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Skullcandy HESH 3 vs. HyperX Cloud Orbit S Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Skullcandy HESH 3 HyperX Cloud Orbit S
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack, USB-C
Weight 200 g 368 g Skullcandy HESH 3 are lighter than Skullcandy HESH 3 headphones.
Colour Red | Blue | Black | Grey | White/crimson | Psycho tropical Gun metal black | Black
Earpad Material Memory foam Memory foam
Recommended Use - Game console, portable electronics, computer
SOUND QUALITY Skullcandy HESH 3 HyperX Cloud Orbit S
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology - Planar magnetic
Ear Cups Type - Closed
Foldable Yes - Skullcandy HESH 3 can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth -
Noise Isolating Yes - Skullcandy HESH 3 are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - Waves Nx 3D audio
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 10 - 50000 Hz HyperX Cloud Orbit S offer a larger frequency range than Skullcandy HESH 3.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <0.1%
Impedance 32 Ohm -
Max Sound Pressure - 120 dB
Diaphragm 40 mm 100 mm HyperX Cloud Orbit S have a thicker diaphragm than Skullcandy HESH 3.
In-Cord Volume Control - Yes
MICROPHONE Skullcandy HESH 3 HyperX Cloud Orbit S
Form Factor Built-in Detachable headset microphone
Type - Boom
Microphone Technology - Electret condenser
Microphone Operation Mode - Uni-directional
Audio Input Details - Uni-directional
REMOTE CONTROL Skullcandy HESH 3 HyperX Cloud Orbit S
Controls Volume control, answer/end, next/previous track Volume, power on/off, microphone on/mute, equaliser preset, 3D on/off
CABLE Skullcandy HESH 3 HyperX Cloud Orbit S
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable
Micro-USB to USB power cable - detachable
Headset cable - 1.2 m
USB-C to USB-A cable - 3 m
USB-C cable - 1.5 m
Detachable Cable - Yes
FEATURES Skullcandy HESH 3 HyperX Cloud Orbit S
Sensors - Head tracking sensor
BATTERY AND CHARGING Skullcandy HESH 3 HyperX Cloud Orbit S
Battery Type Headphone battery Lithium Ion -
Battery Life 22 hours 10 hours Skullcandy HESH 3 lasts longer on a single charge than the HyperX Cloud Orbit S.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (via jack cable) (50% volume): up to 10 hours
Charging Time - 3 hours
CONNECTIONS Skullcandy HESH 3 HyperX Cloud Orbit S
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
Headset (USB Type-C)
OTHERS Skullcandy HESH 3 HyperX Cloud Orbit S
Included Accessories - Pop filter, carrying bag, detachable microphone
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 2 years
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