Specifications

Battery Life: Up to 120 hours (2.4 GHz) / Up to 200 hours (Bluetooth)
Wireless Range: Up to 20 m
Bluetooth Version: 5.3
Supported Bluetooth Codecs: SBC; MPEG‑2; AAC‑LC
Supported Bluetooth Profiles: A2DP; AVCTP; AVDTP; AVRCP; DID; GAVDP; HFP; HID; HSP; PBAP; RFCOMM; SPP; DIS
Wireless Connectivity: 2.4 GHz (USB‑C dongle), Bluetooth, Instant Pair (select OMEN laptops)
Driver Size: 53 mm angled drivers with neodymium magnets
Frequency Response (headphones): 20 Hz – 20 kHz
Sensitivity (headphones): 111.94 ± 3 dB SPL at 1 kHz (1 mW)
THD: < 2%
Driver Type: Dynamic
Microphone: 10 mm detachable boom mic (electret condenser, omnidirectional) + built‑in MEMS mic
Mic Frequency Response: 100 Hz – 10 kHz
Mic Sensitivity: –42 dBV (0 dB=1 V/Pa, 1 kHz)
Built‑in Mic Polar Pattern: Omni‑directional
Audio Bit Depth: 24/16‑bit playback; 16‑bit microphone
USB Specification: USB 2.0
Charge Time: 5 hours
Weight (headset): .79 lb
Weight (dongle): .0094 lb
Weight (boom mic): .026 lb
Cable Length: 0.54 yd (USB‑C to USB‑C)
Form Factor: Over‑ear, circumaural, closed back
Frame Type: Stainless steel; aluminum forks
Ear Cushion Material: Memory foam (padding) / premium leatherette (surface)
Compatibility: PC; Mac; PS5; PS4; Nintendo Switch; Mobile devices
Software Compatibility: NGENUITY
Warranty: 2 years

Photos

A black and red gaming headset with a microphone, shown from the front.

A black over-ear wireless headset with a textured headband and ear cups, photographed from the front.

What reviewers say

The Headphones.com review praises the HyperX Cloud III S Wireless as a genuinely good‑sounding, comfortable $180 closed‑back wireless gaming headset with relaxed tuning and practical EQ storage. It highlights its solid battery life, easy long‑session comfort, and convenient software features while noting minor design and mic shortcomings.
headphones.com ↗
The review praises the HyperX Cloud III S Wireless for its comfort, long battery life, dual‑wireless connectivity (2.4 GHz and Bluetooth), and detachable boom mic, while noting its lack of Xbox support as a drawback.
www.soundguys.com ↗
Tom’s Hardware reviews the HyperX Cloud III S Wireless as an improved, slightly pricier version of the original Cloud III Wireless, praising its added Bluetooth connectivity, dual mic options, comfort and build quality while noting it lacks a wired/analog jack and cannot fold flat.
www.tomshardware.com ↗

Our take

Based on 3 reviews

All three outlets highlight the HyperX Cloud III S Wireless’s comfort and long battery life as primary strengths. Headphones.com and SoundGuys specifically praise its suitability for extended sessions, while Tom’s Hardware notes the improved build quality. These reviewers agree that the dual wireless connectivity and detachable mic add practical value for users seeking flexibility without sacrificing audio comfort.

However, reservations persist regarding its versatility. Tom’s Hardware points out the lack of a wired analog jack and inability to fold flat, while SoundGuys notes the absence of Xbox support. This split suggests buyers needing multi-platform compatibility or compact storage should look at alternatives, as the headset’s design choices limit its use cases despite its strong audio performance.