SteelSeries Arctis 3 vs. HyperX Cloud Orbit S

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of SteelSeries Arctis 3 and HyperX Cloud Orbit S. 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 S Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS SteelSeries Arctis 3 HyperX Cloud Orbit S
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 - Gun metal black | Black
Earpad Material - Memory foam
Recommended Use Game console, computer Game console, portable electronics, computer
SOUND QUALITY SteelSeries Arctis 3 HyperX Cloud Orbit S
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 S 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 S have a thicker diaphragm than SteelSeries Arctis 3.
In-Cord Volume Control - Yes
MICROPHONE SteelSeries Arctis 3 HyperX Cloud Orbit S
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 S
Controls - Volume, power on/off, microphone on/mute, equaliser preset, 3D on/off
CABLE SteelSeries Arctis 3 HyperX Cloud Orbit S
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
FEATURES SteelSeries Arctis 3 HyperX Cloud Orbit S
Sensors - Head tracking sensor
BATTERY AND CHARGING SteelSeries Arctis 3 HyperX Cloud Orbit S
Battery Life - 10 hours
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (via jack cable) (50% volume): up to 10 hours
Charging Time - 3 hours
CONNECTIONS SteelSeries Arctis 3 HyperX Cloud Orbit S
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 S
Included Accessories - Pop filter, carrying bag, detachable microphone
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 2 years
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