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Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y vs HyperX Cloud III

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Compared products

YOUR FIRST CHOICE

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

1002671 · Liquid Black · wireless ANC over-ear

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Exact model & source notes

The AVENTHO Y (article 1002671, Liquid Black) is beyerdynamic's foldable, closed-back wireless over-ear headphone with active noise cancellation and a transparency mode. It has a 45 mm dynamic driver, Bluetooth 6.0 with multipoint (SBC and AAC), two integrated ENC call microphones, a 5-band app equaliser and a user-replaceable battery rated at up to 90 hours without ANC and 60 hours with it. It weighs 316 g.

Specifications checked 27 Sept 2026.

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Manufacturer specifications

WHAT DIFFERS

45 mmDriver diameter53 mm

Rated frequency range20–20,000 Hz10 Hz – 21 kHz

2 of 9 verified differences, in the order listed below. Not a rating.

See the 9 verified differences

THE CONTENDER

HyperX Cloud III

727A8AA · Black · wired

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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

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y UK & US retailers

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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 SIDE6 topics

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

SELECTED TOPIC

01 / 06

Open-back design

Open-back earcups are not sealed. Start here if your listening space is quiet; this construction is not a sound-quality rating.

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y: closed-back · illustration, not to scale

HyperX Cloud III: closed-back · illustration, not to scale

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO YNo

Closed-back. Manufacturer specification

Source 1 Source 2

HyperX Cloud IIINo

Closed-back. Manufacturer specification

Source 1

Choose your must-haves

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 ↓

9 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. Missing information stays separate.

Wired / wireless connections

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO YBluetooth 6.0 with multipoint; USB-C port (beyerdynamic lists the supplied USB-C to USB-C cable type as 'USB-C / audio cable')

HyperX Cloud IIIWired: 3.5 mm, plus a USB dongle for USB-C, and USB-A via the supplied adapter

Sources

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

Manufacturer specification · An optional upgrade package adds a USB-C dongle and boom microphone; it is not in the standard box.

beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26)

HyperX Cloud III

Manufacturer specification · No wireless connection. The USB dongle supports 16- and 24-bit audio (USB 2.0).

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

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Driver construction

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y45 mm dynamic driver

HyperX Cloud IIIDynamic, 53 mm with neodymium magnets (angled)

Sources

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26)

HyperX Cloud III

Manufacturer specification

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

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

Driver diameter

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y45 mm

HyperX Cloud III53 mm

Sources

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26)

HyperX Cloud III

Manufacturer specification

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

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

Earpads

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO YInterchangeable, magnetically attached; optional velour ear pads in black/grey

HyperX Cloud IIIMemory foam with premium leatherette

Sources

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26)

HyperX Cloud III

Manufacturer specification

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

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Rated frequency range

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y20–20,000 Hz

HyperX Cloud III10 Hz – 21 kHz

Sources

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26)

HyperX Cloud III

Manufacturer specification

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

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

In the box

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO YAVENTHO Y headphones, USB-C to USB-C charging cable, soft bag, quick start guide, compliance booklet

HyperX Cloud IIIHeadset, detachable microphone, USB dongle, USB-C to USB-A adapter, quick start guide

Sources

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26)

HyperX Cloud III

Manufacturer specification

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

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

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Construction

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO YFoldable, with aluminium yoke and round ear cups

HyperX Cloud IIIFull metal frame (aluminium)

Sources

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26)

HyperX Cloud III

Manufacturer specification

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

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Microphone type

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y2 integrated microphones with ENC (environmental noise cancellation); META VOICE boom mic available as an optional accessory

HyperX Cloud IIIDetachable electret condenser, unidirectional, noise-cancelling; −42 dBV (0 dB = 1 V/Pa at 1 kHz)

Sources

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26)

HyperX Cloud III

Manufacturer specification

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

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Device compatibility

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO YSmartphones, tablets, laptops and desktop computers with Bluetooth; iOS, Android, Windows and macOS

HyperX Cloud IIIPC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Mac, mobile

Sources

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — global product page and technical data

HyperX Cloud III

Manufacturer specification

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

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Small physical differences (1)

Weight without cable

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y316 g

HyperX Cloud III308 g

Sources

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

Manufacturer specification · The product pages state 316 g without cable; the specification sheet gives 316 g without stating the basis.

beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26)

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 specifications HyperX 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.

Configuration & compatibility details (1)

Wearing style

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO YOver-ear, closed-back foldable wireless headphones

HyperX Cloud IIIOver-ear (circumaural), closed-back wired gaming headset

Sources

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26)

HyperX Cloud III

Manufacturer specification

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

Both sources describe the same wearing style and acoustic design in different words. The extra wording does not establish a different fit; compare the separately listed fields.

Missing or non-comparable evidence (17)

Active noise cancellation

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO YYes

HyperX Cloud IIINot verified

Sources

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

Manufacturer specification · No attenuation figure is published.

beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26)

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

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

Battery life

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO YUp to 90 hours without ANC; up to 60 hours with ANC

HyperX Cloud IIINot verified

Sources

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

Manufacturer specification · The specification sheet says 'up to'; the product page's technical data says 'More than 90 hours' and 'More than 60 hours' with ANC. The battery is user-replaceable.

beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26)

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

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

Impedance

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO YNot verified

HyperX Cloud III64 ohm

Sources

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

No source recorded for this side.

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

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

App features

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Ybeyerdynamic app: customise music playback and device controls, 5-band equaliser, over-the-air firmware updates

HyperX Cloud IIINot verified

Sources

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26)

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.

Bluetooth codecs

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO YSBC, AAC

HyperX Cloud IIINot verified

Sources

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26)

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.

Bluetooth version and profiles

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO YBluetooth 6.0; HFP, A2DP, AVRCP

HyperX Cloud IIINot verified

Sources

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26)

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.

Supplied cables

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO YNot verified

HyperX Cloud IIIHeadset cable 3.93 ft; USB dongle cable 4.26 ft

Sources

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

No source recorded for this side.

HyperX Cloud III

Manufacturer specification · HyperX lists imperial lengths only.

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

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

Charge time

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y1 hour full charge; 5 minutes gives 6 hours of playtime

HyperX Cloud IIINot verified

Sources

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26)

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.

Charging

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO YUSB-C

HyperX Cloud IIINot verified

Sources

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

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

beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26)

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

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO YNot verified

HyperX Cloud IIIOnboard ear-cup controls for headphone volume and microphone mute

Sources

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

No source recorded for this side.

HyperX Cloud III

Manufacturer specification

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

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

Rated total harmonic distortion

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO YNot verified

HyperX Cloud III<2%

Sources

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

No source recorded for this side.

HyperX Cloud III

Manufacturer specification · HyperX does not state the test frequency or level for this figure.

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

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

Multipoint

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO YYes — Multipoint Bluetooth 6.0

HyperX Cloud IIINot verified

Sources

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26)

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.

Operating temperature

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y−10 to +50 °C

HyperX Cloud IIINot verified

Sources

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26)

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.

Rated sensitivity

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO YNot verified

HyperX Cloud III100 dB SPL/mW at 1 kHz

Sources

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

No source recorded for this side.

HyperX Cloud III

Manufacturer specification · dB/mW reference.

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

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

Serviceability

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO YUser-replaceable battery in the left ear cup, behind the magnetically attached ear cushion

HyperX Cloud IIINot verified

Sources

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26)

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.

Transparency mode

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO YYes

HyperX Cloud IIINot verified

Sources

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26)

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.

Wireless range

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO YUp to 20 m

HyperX Cloud IIINot verified

Sources

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26)

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.

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.

Open-back designFor a quiet listening spaceClosed-back designAn enclosed outer earcupDetachable cableUnplug the cable at the headphonesBuilt-in microphoneFor calls and voice chatActive noise cancellationNot the same as a closed back

YOUR CHOICE

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

Select a feature to check your fit.

YOUR CHOICE

HyperX Cloud III

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

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

What it brings

The battery can be replaced by the user — it sits in the left ear cup behind the magnetic ear cushion — and the ear pads are interchangeable.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source
beyerdynamic rates up to 60 hours with ANC on, and a 5-minute charge gives 6 hours of playtime.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source
A USB-C dongle and boom microphone can be added later as an optional upgrade package.
Manufacturer source

What to check

The codec list is SBC and AAC only, and the boom microphone and dongle are not in the standard box.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source
beyerdynamic publishes no ANC attenuation figure, and its battery wording differs between 'up to' (specification sheet) and 'more than' (product page).
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source

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

COMPARE THE DETAILS

Full specifications

How we verify

Differences only

30 of 30 specifications Sources in each row

Source-backed specifications for Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y and HyperX Cloud III
Specification	Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y	HyperX Cloud III

Wearing styleDifferent Sources Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26) HyperX Cloud III Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX US product page and technical specifications	Over-ear, closed-back foldable wireless headphones	Over-ear (circumaural), closed-back wired gaming headset
Acoustic design Sources Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26) HyperX Cloud III Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications	Closed-back	Closed-back
Weight without cableDifferent Sources Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y Manufacturer specification · The product pages state 316 g without cable; the specification sheet gives 316 g without stating the basis. beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26) 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 specifications HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX US product page and technical specifications	316 g	308 g
EarpadsDifferent Sources Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26) HyperX Cloud III Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX US product page and technical specifications	Interchangeable, magnetically attached; optional velour ear pads in black/grey	Memory foam with premium leatherette
Serviceability Sources Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26) HyperX Cloud III No source recorded.	User-replaceable battery in the left ear cup, behind the magnetically attached ear cushion	Not provided
ConstructionDifferent Sources Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26) HyperX Cloud III Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX US product page and technical specifications	Foldable, with aluminium yoke and round ear cups	Full metal frame (aluminium)

Wired / wireless connectionsDifferent Sources Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y Manufacturer specification · An optional upgrade package adds a USB-C dongle and boom microphone; it is not in the standard box. beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26) HyperX Cloud III Manufacturer specification · No wireless connection. The USB dongle supports 16- and 24-bit audio (USB 2.0). HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX US product page and technical specifications	Bluetooth 6.0 with multipoint; USB-C port (beyerdynamic lists the supplied USB-C to USB-C cable type as 'USB-C / audio cable')	Wired: 3.5 mm, plus a USB dongle for USB-C, and USB-A via the supplied adapter
Bluetooth version and profiles Sources Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26) HyperX Cloud III No source recorded.	Bluetooth 6.0; HFP, A2DP, AVRCP	Not provided
Bluetooth codecs Sources Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26) HyperX Cloud III No source recorded.	SBC, AAC	Not provided
Multipoint Sources Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26) HyperX Cloud III No source recorded.	Yes — Multipoint Bluetooth 6.0	Not provided
Wireless range Sources Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26) HyperX Cloud III No source recorded.	Up to 20 m	Not provided
Battery life Sources Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y Manufacturer specification · The specification sheet says 'up to'; the product page's technical data says 'More than 90 hours' and 'More than 60 hours' with ANC. The battery is user-replaceable. beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26) 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	Up to 90 hours without ANC; up to 60 hours with ANC	Not listed by the manufacturer
Charge time Sources Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26) HyperX Cloud III No source recorded.	1 hour full charge; 5 minutes gives 6 hours of playtime	Not provided
Charging Sources Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y Manufacturer specification · Charging temperature range 0 to +45 °C. beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26) HyperX Cloud III No source recorded.	USB-C	Not provided
Device compatibilityDifferent Sources Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — global product page and technical data HyperX Cloud III Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications	Smartphones, tablets, laptops and desktop computers with Bluetooth; iOS, Android, Windows and macOS	PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X\|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Mac, mobile
Supplied cables Sources Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y No source recorded. HyperX Cloud III Manufacturer specification · HyperX lists imperial lengths only. HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX US product page and technical specifications	Not provided	Headset cable 3.93 ft; USB dongle cable 4.26 ft

Driver constructionDifferent Sources Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26) HyperX Cloud III Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications	45 mm dynamic driver	Dynamic, 53 mm with neodymium magnets (angled)
Driver diameterDifferent Sources Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26) HyperX Cloud III Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications	45 mm	53 mm
Rated frequency rangeDifferent Sources Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26) HyperX Cloud III Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX US product page and technical specifications	20–20,000 Hz	10 Hz – 21 kHz
Impedance Sources Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y No source recorded. 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	Not provided	64 ohm
Rated sensitivity Sources Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y No source recorded. HyperX Cloud III Manufacturer specification · dB/mW reference. HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX US product page and technical specifications	Not provided	100 dB SPL/mW at 1 kHz
Rated total harmonic distortion Sources Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y No source recorded. HyperX Cloud III Manufacturer specification · HyperX does not state the test frequency or level for this figure. HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX US product page and technical specifications	Not provided	<2%

Microphone Sources Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y Manufacturer specification · Two integrated microphones with ENC; a META VOICE boom microphone is an optional accessory. beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26) 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	Yes	Yes
Microphone typeDifferent Sources Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26) HyperX Cloud III Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications	2 integrated microphones with ENC (environmental noise cancellation); META VOICE boom mic available as an optional accessory	Detachable electret condenser, unidirectional, noise-cancelling; −42 dBV (0 dB = 1 V/Pa at 1 kHz)
Active noise cancellation Sources Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y Manufacturer specification · No attenuation figure is published. beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26) 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	Yes	Not listed by the manufacturer
Transparency mode Sources Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26) HyperX Cloud III No source recorded.	Yes	Not provided

App features Sources Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — global product page and technical data beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26) HyperX Cloud III No source recorded.	beyerdynamic app: customise music playback and device controls, 5-band equaliser, over-the-air firmware updates	Not provided
Controls Sources Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y No source recorded. HyperX Cloud III Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX US product page and technical specifications	Not provided	Onboard ear-cup controls for headphone volume and microphone mute

In the boxDifferent Sources Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26) HyperX Cloud III Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications	AVENTHO Y headphones, USB-C to USB-C charging cable, soft bag, quick start guide, compliance booklet	Headset, detachable microphone, USB dongle, USB-C to USB-A adapter, quick start guide

Operating temperature Sources Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y — English specification sheet (E1, 07.26) HyperX Cloud III No source recorded.	−10 to +50 °C	Not provided

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