HyperX CloudX vs. SteelSeries Arctis 5

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of HyperX CloudX and SteelSeries Arctis 5. 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 CloudX vs. SteelSeries Arctis 5 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HyperX CloudX SteelSeries Arctis 5
Product Type Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headset - wired - USB, 3.5 mm jack
Height 19.5 cm 19.685 cm
Width 15 cm 21.59 cm
Depth 9.5 cm 4.724 cm
Weight 337 g 363.1 g HyperX CloudX are lighter than HyperX CloudX headphones.
Colour Black White | Black
Body Material Aluminium -
Earpad Material Memory foam -
Headband Material Leatherette -
Recommended Use Game console, portable electronics, computer Game console, portable electronics, computer
SOUND QUALITY HyperX CloudX SteelSeries Arctis 5
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Adjustable Headband - Yes
Connectivity Technology Wired Wired
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - 7.1 Channel Virtual Surround Sound
Frequency Response 15 - 25000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz HyperX CloudX offer a larger frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis 5.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) <2% <3% HyperX CloudX have lower total harmonic distortion than HyperX CloudX.
Sensitivity 95 dB 98 dB SteelSeries Arctis 5 have higher sensitivity than HyperX CloudX.
Impedance 41 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 53 mm 40 mm HyperX CloudX have a thicker diaphragm than SteelSeries Arctis 5.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE HyperX CloudX SteelSeries Arctis 5
Form Factor Headset microphone -
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode - Bi-directional
Frequency Response 50 - 18000 Hz 100 - 10000 Hz HyperX CloudX offer a larger microphone frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis 5.
Audio Input Details - 50 - 18000 Hz -
Sensitivity -39 dB -48 dB
Impedance - 2200 Ohm
Microphone Features - Mute function, retractable microphone
REMOTE CONTROL HyperX CloudX SteelSeries Arctis 5
Controls Volume, microphone on/mute Volume, mode control, microphone on/mute
CABLE HyperX CloudX SteelSeries Arctis 5
Cable Type Headset cable - 1.3 m Headset cable - detachable
Headset adapter - detachable - L shaped
Remote control cable - detachable
Cable Length 1.3 m 3 m
Detachable Cable - Yes
FEATURES HyperX CloudX SteelSeries Arctis 5
Additional Functions - Adjustable RGB lighting
CONNECTIONS HyperX CloudX SteelSeries Arctis 5
Connector Type Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) Audio output (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
USB
OTHERS HyperX CloudX SteelSeries Arctis 5
Included Accessories Detachable microphone USB ChatMix Dial
Compatibility Windows -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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