Which has better battery life?

The Cloud III Wireless, at up to 120 hours per charge. The Cloud III S lists 60 days of standby but no hours-per-charge figure.

Can I use the Cloud III Wireless with a phone?

Only through its USB-C dongle. The Cloud III S connects to phones directly over Bluetooth 5.3.

Do they sound the same?

On paper yes. Both use 53 mm drivers, 10 Hz-21 kHz response, 64 Ohm impedance and DTS Headphone:X spatial audio.

Which is better for PS5?

The Cloud III Wireless, which lists PS5 and Switch support. The Cloud III S listing names OMEN laptops and Bluetooth devices instead.

Is the Cloud III S worth the extra?

Only if you need Bluetooth. If you game on PC or console with the dongle, the Cloud III Wireless gives longer battery life for the same core audio.

Which lasts longer over time?

Both use memory foam leatherette pads and neither is water resistant, so wear is similar. The Cloud III Wireless has the clear edge on time between charges.

HyperX Cloud III Wireless vs HyperX Cloud III S Wireless

Buy the Cloud III Wireless if you want the longest battery life and a pure 2.4 GHz PC/console headset. Buy the Cloud III S if you also want Bluetooth for a phone or laptop and Instant Pair with OMEN laptops. The Cloud III S has a 4.4 out of 5 rating from 1,300 ratings; no price was given for either model here, so check current store prices on Deal.ai before deciding.

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