SteelSeries Arctis 3 vs. HyperX Cloud Orbit

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis 3 and HyperX Cloud Orbit. 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.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

SteelSeries Arctis 3 vs. HyperX Cloud Orbit Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS SteelSeries Arctis 3 HyperX Cloud Orbit
Product Type Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack, USB-C
Height 20.14 cm -
Width 17.97 cm -
Depth 9.08 cm -
Weight 295.8 g 368 g SteelSeries Arctis 3 are lighter than SteelSeries Arctis 3 headphones.
Colour - Black
Recommended Use Game console, computer Game console, portable electronics, computer
SOUND QUALITY SteelSeries Arctis 3 HyperX Cloud Orbit
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology - Planar magnetic
Ear Cups Type - Closed
Connectivity Technology Wired Wired
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects Windows Sonic surround sound Waves Nx 3D audio
Frequency Response 20 - 22000 Hz 10 - 50000 Hz HyperX Cloud Orbit offer a larger frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis 3.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <0.1%
Sensitivity 98 dB -
Impedance 32 Ohm -
Max Sound Pressure - 120 dB
Diaphragm 40 mm 100 mm HyperX Cloud Orbit have a thicker diaphragm than SteelSeries Arctis 3.
In-Cord Volume Control - Yes
MICROPHONE SteelSeries Arctis 3 HyperX Cloud Orbit
Form Factor - Detachable headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Technology - Electret condenser
Microphone Operation Mode Bi-directional Uni-directional
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz -
Audio Input Details - Uni-directional
Sensitivity -48 dB -
Impedance 2200 Ohm -
REMOTE CONTROL SteelSeries Arctis 3 HyperX Cloud Orbit
Controls - Volume, power on/off, microphone on/off, 3D on/off
CABLE SteelSeries Arctis 3 HyperX Cloud Orbit
Cable Type Mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole to 2 x mini-phone 3.5 mm cable
Headset cable - 3 m
Headset cable - 1.2 m
USB-C to USB-A cable - 3 m
USB-C cable - 1.5 m
Detachable Cable Yes Yes
BATTERY AND CHARGING SteelSeries Arctis 3 HyperX Cloud Orbit
Battery Life - 10 hour(s)
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (via jack cable) (50% volume): up to 10 hours
CONNECTIONS SteelSeries Arctis 3 HyperX Cloud Orbit
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
Microphone (mini-phone 3.5mm)
Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
Headset (USB Type-C)
OTHERS SteelSeries Arctis 3 HyperX Cloud Orbit
Included Accessories - Carrying bag, detachable microphone
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 2 years
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