HyperX Cloud Orbit S vs. HyperX Cloud 3

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of HyperX Cloud Orbit S 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.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

HyperX Cloud Orbit S vs. HyperX Cloud 3 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HyperX Cloud Orbit S HyperX Cloud 3
Product Type Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack, USB-C Headset - wired - USB, 3.5 mm jack
Weight 368 g 308 g HyperX Cloud 3 are lighter than HyperX Cloud Orbit S headphones.
Colour Gun metal black | Black Black, red
Earpad Material Memory foam Leatherette, memory foam
Headband Material - Aluminium
Design - Games
Recommended Use Game console, portable electronics, computer Game console, phone, computer
Gaming - Yes
SOUND QUALITY HyperX Cloud Orbit S HyperX Cloud 3
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Planar magnetic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed Closed
Adjustable Headband - Yes
Connectivity Technology Wired Wired
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects Waves Nx 3D audio DTS Headphone:X
Frequency Response 10 - 50000 Hz 10 - 21000 Hz HyperX Cloud Orbit S offer a larger frequency range than HyperX Cloud 3.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) <0.1% <2% HyperX Cloud Orbit S have lower total harmonic distortion than HyperX Cloud Orbit S.
Sensitivity - 100 dB
Impedance - 64 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure 120 dB -
Diaphragm 100 mm 53 mm HyperX Cloud Orbit S have a thicker diaphragm than HyperX Cloud 3.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
Features - 44.1kHz sampling rate, 48kHz sampling rate, 96kHz sampling rate
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE HyperX Cloud Orbit S HyperX Cloud 3
Form Factor Detachable headset microphone Detachable headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Technology Electret condenser Electret condenser
Microphone Operation Mode Uni-directional Uni-directional
Connectivity Technology - Wired
Noise Cancelling - Yes HyperX Cloud 3 microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Frequency Response - 50 - 17000 Hz
Audio Input Details Uni-directional -
Sensitivity - -42 dBV/Pascal
REMOTE CONTROL HyperX Cloud Orbit S HyperX Cloud 3
Controls Volume, power on/off, microphone on/mute, equaliser preset, 3D on/off Volume, mute button
CABLE HyperX Cloud Orbit S HyperX Cloud 3
Cable Type Headset cable - 1.2 m
USB-C to USB-A cable - 3 m
USB-C cable - 1.5 m
Headset cable - 1.2 m
USB cable - 1.3 m
Detachable Cable Yes -
FEATURES HyperX Cloud Orbit S HyperX Cloud 3
Features - Mute LED indicator
Sensors Head tracking sensor -
BATTERY AND CHARGING HyperX Cloud Orbit S HyperX Cloud 3
Battery Life 10 hours -
Battery Life Details Continuous playback (via jack cable) (50% volume): up to 10 hours -
Charging Time 3 hours -
CONNECTIONS HyperX Cloud Orbit S HyperX Cloud 3
Connector Type Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
Headset (USB Type-C)
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OTHERS HyperX Cloud Orbit S HyperX Cloud 3
Included Accessories Pop filter, carrying bag, detachable microphone USB dongle, detachable microphone, USB-C to USB-A adapter
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years -
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