Headsets / Comparison

HyperX Cloud III vs Razer NARI ESSENTIAL

Headset · HyperX

HyperX Cloud III

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

Razer NARI ESSENTIAL

Wireless · 50 mm · 2019
GEAR SCORE 80.0 / 100Very good
Connection100
Driver84
Microphone72
Recency47
Verdict

HyperX Cloud III and Razer NARI ESSENTIAL are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 81 and 80.

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

HyperX Cloud III

If you care most about driver.

Pick this

Razer NARI ESSENTIAL

If you care most about connection.

Spec-by-spec comparison

HyperX Cloud IIIRazer NARI ESSENTIAL
81Gear score80
WiredConnectionWireless
53 mmDriver50 mm
DetachableMicrophoneFixed
2023Release year2019
≈ $80Estimated price≈ $169

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 HyperX Cloud III or Razer NARI ESSENTIAL better?

HyperX Cloud III and Razer NARI ESSENTIAL are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 81 and 80. Razer NARI ESSENTIAL is wireless; HyperX Cloud III is wired. Driver: HyperX Cloud III leads (53 mm vs 50 mm).

Which one is wireless?

Razer NARI ESSENTIAL is wireless; HyperX Cloud III is wired.

How much do they cost?

Estimated prices: HyperX Cloud III ≈ $80, Razer NARI ESSENTIAL ≈ $169. Current prices vary by store.