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HEADPHONES · YOUR NEXT FACE-OFF

HyperX Cloud III vs Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100

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YOUR FIRST CHOICE

HyperX Cloud III

727A8AA · Black · wired

HyperX Cloud III wired gaming headset in black with detachable microphone
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Exact model & source notes

The HyperX Cloud III (SKU 727A8AA, black) is a closed-back, over-ear wired gaming headset with angled 53 mm drivers, a full metal (aluminium) frame, ear-cup volume and mic-mute controls, a detachable 10 mm noise-cancelling microphone and a USB dongle alongside its 3.5 mm connection. HyperX lists it for PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch, Mac and mobile.

Specifications checked 26 Sept 2026.

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Manufacturer specifications
WHICH SUITS YOU?

Choose the HyperX Cloud III for

  • Higher stated impedance: 64 ohm vs 48 ohm

Choose the Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100 for

  • Both wired and wireless connections
  • Lower stated impedance: 48 ohm vs 64 ohm
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See the 11 verified differences
THE CONTENDER

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100

1001613 · black · wireless ANC on-ear

beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100 wireless on-ear headphones in black with aluminium yokes
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Exact model & source notes

The AVENTHO 100 (article 1001613, black) is beyerdynamic's closed-back, foldable wireless on-ear headphone with active noise cancellation and a transparency mode. It has a 45 mm dynamic driver, Bluetooth 5.4 with multipoint and Google Fast Pair, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless, AAC and SBC codecs, Qualcomm cVc call microphones, an IP53 rating and a supplied 3.5 mm AUX cable. beyerdynamic rates the battery at up to 60 hours without ANC and 40 hours with it; the headphones weigh 220 g.

Specifications checked 27 Sept 2026.

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Manufacturer specifications

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THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE

Visual facts

Differences first. Select a topic for its graphic, sources and conditions.

How to read this comparison
  • Manufacturer facts for the exact models shown. Not a quality rating or a test result.
  • “Different” means the known values differ, not that one is better.
  • Missing or conflicting evidence is marked and never counts as a difference. Source chips hold each fact’s sources and conditions.
FEATURES SIDE BY SIDE7 topics

Yes and No describe the listed feature. Missing evidence stays unverified.

SELECTED TOPIC
01 / 07

Impedance

Nominal electrical load, not sound quality or loudness. Output capability and headphone sensitivity matter together; impedance alone cannot decide whether an amplifier is needed.

HyperX Cloud III64 Ω

Manufacturer specification · Listed on the UK page only; the US page omits impedance.

Source 1
Explore the full specifications

Start with your listening environment. Open and closed earcups suit different surroundings. A closed back is not the same as active noise cancellation. Check the exact cable and headphone output. We do not turn impedance, driver size or unpaired lab results into a sound-quality score.

WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?

Key differences

Full specifications ↓

11 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. 1 is also drawn in Visual facts above. Missing information stays separate.

Wired / wireless connections

HyperX Cloud IIIWired: 3.5 mm, plus a USB dongle for USB-C, and USB-A via the supplied adapter
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100Bluetooth 5.4 with multipoint; wired listening with the supplied 3.5 mm AUX cable; USB-C for charging
Sources

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Impedance

In Visual facts
HyperX Cloud III64 ohm
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 10048 ohm
Sources
HyperX Cloud III

Manufacturer specification · Listed on the UK page only; the US page omits impedance.

HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Driver construction

HyperX Cloud IIIDynamic, 53 mm with neodymium magnets (angled)
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 10045 mm dynamic driver (48 Ω)
Sources
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100 — English specification sheet (E1, 05.25)

Check whether the diameter describes the complete transducer or only its diaphragm. Different labels and driver sizes do not establish better sound.

Wearing style

HyperX Cloud IIIOver-ear (circumaural), closed-back wired gaming headset
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100On-ear, closed-back foldable wireless headphones
Sources

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Rated frequency response

HyperX Cloud III10 Hz – 21 kHz
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 10020–22,000 Hz
Sources

Range endpoints need their stated threshold. They do not describe response flatness or prove better bass, detail or sound quality.

In the box

HyperX Cloud IIIHeadset, detachable microphone, USB dongle, USB-C to USB-A adapter, quick start guide
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100AVENTHO 100 headphones, USB-C charging cable, 3.5 mm AUX cable, soft carry bag, quick start guide, compliance booklet
Sources
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100 — English specification sheet (E1, 05.25)

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Frame materials

HyperX Cloud IIIFull metal frame (aluminium)
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100Aluminium yokes and textile elements; foldable housing; Red Dot Award-winning design
Sources

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Microphone

HyperX Cloud IIIDetachable electret condenser, unidirectional, noise-cancelling; −42 dBV (0 dB = 1 V/Pa at 1 kHz)
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 1004 digital microphones (2 feed-forward, 2 feedback) and 2 ENG microphones; Qualcomm cVc for calls
Sources
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100

Manufacturer specification · FF/FB expanded from the sheet's abbreviations.

beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100 — English specification sheet (E1, 05.25)

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Weight

HyperX Cloud III308 g
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100220 g
Sources
HyperX Cloud III

Manufacturer specification · Without microphone; 320 g with the microphone attached (UK page). The US page lists 0.67 lb / 0.70 lb.

HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specificationsHyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX US product page and technical specifications

A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.

Missing or non-comparable evidence (19)

Active noise cancellation

HyperX Cloud IIINot verified
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100Yes
Sources
HyperX Cloud III

The reviewed exact sources do not explicitly establish active noise cancellation presence or absence for listening. Preserve separately documented microphone noise reduction, closed construction or passive attenuation; none negates active ANC. · Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100

Manufacturer specification · ANC is adjustable in the beyerdynamic app; no attenuation figure is published.

beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100 — global product page and technical databeyerdynamic AVENTHO 100 — English specification sheet (E1, 05.25)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Battery life

HyperX Cloud IIINot verified
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100Up to 60 hours without ANC; up to 40 hours with ANC
Sources
HyperX Cloud III

The reviewed exact sources do not explicitly establish battery life or a whole-device no-battery operating requirement. A wired connection, omitted charger or Battery included N does not establish not-required. · Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100

Manufacturer specification · The specification sheet says 'up to 60 hrs. (without ANC)'; the product page's feature list and technical data say 'More than 60 hours'.

beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100 — global product page and technical databeyerdynamic AVENTHO 100 — English specification sheet (E1, 05.25)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

App features

HyperX Cloud IIINot verified
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100beyerdynamic app: adjust ANC, customise music playback and device control, check battery status, over-the-air firmware updates
Sources
HyperX Cloud III

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Battery capacity

HyperX Cloud IIINot verified
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100630 mAh
Sources
HyperX Cloud III

No source recorded for this side.

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100 — English specification sheet (E1, 05.25)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Bluetooth version and profiles

HyperX Cloud IIINot verified
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100Bluetooth 5.4; AVDTP 1.3, AVCTP 1.4, GAVDP 1.3, SPP 1.2, RFCOMM 1.2, A2DP 1.4, AVRCP 1.6.2, HFP 1.9
Sources
HyperX Cloud III

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Controls

HyperX Cloud IIIOnboard ear-cup controls for headphone volume and microphone mute
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100Not verified
Sources
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Rated total harmonic distortion

HyperX Cloud III<2%
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100Not verified
Sources
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Operating temperature

HyperX Cloud IIINot verified
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100−10 to +50 °C
Sources
HyperX Cloud III

No source recorded for this side.

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100 — English specification sheet (E1, 05.25)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

2 shared fields have the same recorded value.

YOUR HEADPHONES. YOUR RULES.

Check against your must-haves

Feature matching for the features you select. It doesn’t rate sound or comfort.

Start with your listening setup.

Choose a starting point, then fine-tune your must-haves.

FINE-TUNE THE DETAILS

Your essentials.

These shortcuts select the features shown above. Check the fit against your own equipment and listening space.

A feature match describes the selected requirements. It doesn’t rate sound or comfort.

YOUR CHOICE

HyperX Cloud III

Select a feature to check your fit.

YOUR CHOICE

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100

Select a feature to check your fit.

Feature matching, not a sound-quality score. The specification table links to the evidence for each feature.
WHAT EACH CHOICE ASKS OF YOU

What it brings and what to check

HyperX Cloud III

What it brings

  • One headset covers 3.5 mm, USB-C and USB-A: the 3.5 mm plug suits devices with a headphone jack, and the supplied USB dongle and adapter cover USB-C and USB-A ports.
    Manufacturer source
  • HyperX lists compatibility with PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Mac and mobile.
    Manufacturer source

What to check

  • The documented audio connections are 3.5 mm and the supplied USB dongle. The “noise-cancelling” label applies to the microphone; active noise cancellation for listening remains unestablished.
    Manufacturer source
  • HyperX lists 308 g without the microphone and 320 g with it, and publishes cable lengths only in feet on its US page.
    Manufacturer source Manufacturer source

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100

What it brings

What to check

COMPARE THE DETAILS

Full specifications

How we verify
32 of 32 specifications Sources in each row
Source-backed specifications for HyperX Cloud III and Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100
SpecificationHyperX Cloud IIIBeyerdynamic AVENTHO 100
Wearing styleDifferent
Sources
Over-ear (circumaural), closed-back wired gaming headsetOn-ear, closed-back foldable wireless headphones
WeightDifferent
Sources
HyperX Cloud III

Manufacturer specification · Without microphone; 320 g with the microphone attached (UK page). The US page lists 0.67 lb / 0.70 lb.

HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specificationsHyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX US product page and technical specifications
308 g220 g
Acoustic design
Sources
Closed-backClosed-back
Ear cushionsDifferent
Sources
Memory foam with premium leatheretteReplaceable
Frame materialsDifferent
Sources
Full metal frame (aluminium)Aluminium yokes and textile elements; foldable housing; Red Dot Award-winning design
Protection class
Sources
HyperX Cloud III

No source recorded.

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100 — English specification sheet (E1, 05.25)
Not providedIP53
Wired / wireless connectionsDifferent
Sources
Wired: 3.5 mm, plus a USB dongle for USB-C, and USB-A via the supplied adapterBluetooth 5.4 with multipoint; wired listening with the supplied 3.5 mm AUX cable; USB-C for charging
Battery life
Sources
HyperX Cloud III

The reviewed exact sources do not explicitly establish battery life or a whole-device no-battery operating requirement. A wired connection, omitted charger or Battery included N does not establish not-required. · Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100

Manufacturer specification · The specification sheet says 'up to 60 hrs. (without ANC)'; the product page's feature list and technical data say 'More than 60 hours'.

beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100 — global product page and technical databeyerdynamic AVENTHO 100 — English specification sheet (E1, 05.25)
Not listed by the manufacturerUp to 60 hours without ANC; up to 40 hours with ANC
Supplied cables
Sources
HyperX Cloud III

Manufacturer specification · HyperX lists imperial lengths only.

HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX US product page and technical specifications
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100

No source recorded.

Headset cable 3.93 ft; USB dongle cable 4.26 ftNot provided
Compatibility
Sources
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100

No source recorded.

PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Mac, mobileNot provided
Bluetooth version and profiles
Sources
HyperX Cloud III

No source recorded.

Not providedBluetooth 5.4; AVDTP 1.3, AVCTP 1.4, GAVDP 1.3, SPP 1.2, RFCOMM 1.2, A2DP 1.4, AVRCP 1.6.2, HFP 1.9
Bluetooth codecs
Sources
HyperX Cloud III

No source recorded.

Not providedAAC, SBC, aptX Lossless, aptX Adaptive
Multipoint
Sources
HyperX Cloud III

No source recorded.

Not providedYes — Multipoint Bluetooth 5.4, e.g. a laptop and a smartphone at the same time
Fast pairing
Sources
HyperX Cloud III

No source recorded.

Not providedGoogle Fast Pair
Wireless range
Sources
HyperX Cloud III

No source recorded.

Not providedUp to 15 m
Battery capacity
Sources
HyperX Cloud III

No source recorded.

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100 — English specification sheet (E1, 05.25)
Not provided630 mAh
Charging
Sources
HyperX Cloud III

No source recorded.

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100

Manufacturer specification · Charging temperature range 0 to +45 °C.

beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100 — global product page and technical databeyerdynamic AVENTHO 100 — English specification sheet (E1, 05.25)
Not providedUSB-C; can be used while charging
Charge time
Sources
HyperX Cloud III

No source recorded.

Not provided1.5 hours full charge; 15 minutes gives up to 15 hours of listening
Driver constructionDifferent
Sources
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100 — English specification sheet (E1, 05.25)
Dynamic, 53 mm with neodymium magnets (angled)45 mm dynamic driver (48 Ω)
Driver sizeDifferent
Sources
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100 — English specification sheet (E1, 05.25)
53 mm45 mm
Rated frequency responseDifferent
Sources
10 Hz – 21 kHz20–22,000 Hz
ImpedanceDifferent
Sources
HyperX Cloud III

Manufacturer specification · Listed on the UK page only; the US page omits impedance.

HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications
64 ohm48 ohm
Rated sensitivity
Sources
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100

No source recorded.

100 dB SPL/mW at 1 kHzNot provided
Rated total harmonic distortion
Sources
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100

No source recorded.

<2%Not provided
Microphone
Sources
HyperX Cloud III

Manufacturer specification · Detachable 10 mm electret condenser microphone, unidirectional, noise-cancelling, with LED mute indicator.

HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100

Manufacturer specification · Built-in microphones with Qualcomm cVc echo and noise cancellation for calls.

beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100 — global product page and technical databeyerdynamic AVENTHO 100 — English specification sheet (E1, 05.25)
YesYes
Active noise cancellation
Sources
HyperX Cloud III

The reviewed exact sources do not explicitly establish active noise cancellation presence or absence for listening. Preserve separately documented microphone noise reduction, closed construction or passive attenuation; none negates active ANC. · Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100

Manufacturer specification · ANC is adjustable in the beyerdynamic app; no attenuation figure is published.

beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100 — global product page and technical databeyerdynamic AVENTHO 100 — English specification sheet (E1, 05.25)
Not listed by the manufacturerYes
MicrophoneDifferent
Sources
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100

Manufacturer specification · FF/FB expanded from the sheet's abbreviations.

beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100 — English specification sheet (E1, 05.25)
Detachable electret condenser, unidirectional, noise-cancelling; −42 dBV (0 dB = 1 V/Pa at 1 kHz)4 digital microphones (2 feed-forward, 2 feedback) and 2 ENG microphones; Qualcomm cVc for calls
Transparency mode
Sources
HyperX Cloud III

No source recorded.

Not providedYes
Controls
Sources
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100

No source recorded.

Onboard ear-cup controls for headphone volume and microphone muteNot provided
App features
Sources
HyperX Cloud III

No source recorded.

Not providedbeyerdynamic app: adjust ANC, customise music playback and device control, check battery status, over-the-air firmware updates
In the boxDifferent
Sources
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100 — English specification sheet (E1, 05.25)
Headset, detachable microphone, USB dongle, USB-C to USB-A adapter, quick start guideAVENTHO 100 headphones, USB-C charging cable, 3.5 mm AUX cable, soft carry bag, quick start guide, compliance booklet
Operating temperature
Sources
HyperX Cloud III

No source recorded.

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100 — English specification sheet (E1, 05.25)
Not provided−10 to +50 °C
First product manufacturer sourceSecond product manufacturer source
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Each record represents an explicitly checked model and configuration. Original import: 5 Sept 2026; this is not its verification date. This is not a list of current offers or a popularity ranking.