Headsets / Comparison

Corsair HS70 vs HyperX Cloud III

Headset · Corsair

Corsair HS70

Wireless · 50 mm · 2017
GEAR SCORE 81.0 / 100Very good
Connection100
Driver84
Microphone92
Recency35
VS
Headset · HyperX

HyperX Cloud III

Wired · 53 mm · 2023
GEAR SCORE 81.0 / 100Very good
Connection70
Driver92
Microphone92
Recency77
Verdict

Corsair HS70 and HyperX Cloud III are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 81 and 81.

  • Corsair HS70 is wireless; HyperX Cloud III is wired.
  • Driver: HyperX Cloud III leads (53 mm vs 50 mm).
Pick this

Corsair HS70

If you care most about connection.

Pick this

HyperX Cloud III

If you care most about driver.

Spec-by-spec comparison

Corsair HS70HyperX Cloud III
81Gear score81
WirelessConnectionWired
50 mmDriver53 mm
DetachableMicrophoneDetachable
2017Release year2023
≈ $170Estimated price≈ $80

The gear score is computed from specifications only (e.g. for a mouse: weight, sensor, polling rate, connection and release year). It isn’t a lab test and doesn’t measure personal preferences like shape or grip.

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FAQ

Is Corsair HS70 or HyperX Cloud III better?

Corsair HS70 and HyperX Cloud III are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 81 and 81. Corsair HS70 is wireless; HyperX Cloud III is wired. Driver: HyperX Cloud III leads (53 mm vs 50 mm).

Which one is wireless?

Corsair HS70 is wireless; HyperX Cloud III is wired.

How much do they cost?

Estimated prices: Corsair HS70 ≈ $170, HyperX Cloud III ≈ $80. Current prices vary by store.