Compare HyperX Cloud III vs Edifier WH950NB Gen 2 Wireless Headphones

A 3.5mm analog jack/cable is available for wired listening.

Reviewers do not treat the Cloud III Wireless as an ANC headset; they describe passive isolation as useful, but active noise cancellation is absent.

ANC is described as impressive for the money, especially versus everyday background noise. ANC can be adjusted across several levels or modes.

The software is presented as highly customizable and feature-rich for the category.

The look is described as stylish and visually appealing without being flashy.

ANC is said to add virtually no audible white noise when music is paused.

The sound signature is described as staying the same across ANC, ambient, and off modes.

ANC is said not to noticeably reduce audio quality.

Android evidence is limited and mixed: one reviewer used a dongle successfully with one Android device but not another, and app support excluded Android.

Android support is framed more favorably than iPhone support.

NGENUITY enables useful PC controls in some reviews, but several reviewers encountered detection issues, limited features, or bugs.

The app interface is described as clean and easy to navigate.

aptX support is explicitly absent.

Wireless reviewers who addressed sync found the 2.4GHz link kept cues aligned with on-screen action.

Low-latency mode is positioned as good enough to keep dialog in sync with video.

Wear detection is explicitly described as missing.

The product is marketed with multiple design or industry awards.

Bass is the most divided sound trait: some found it deep or punchy, while others thought it lacked weight, rumble, or low-end body.

Bass is described as very good, with strong impact and extension.

Battery life is a clear strength across wireless reviews, with repeated 100-plus-hour or week-long use claims.

Battery life is described as long enough for extended use and travel.

Most wireless reviews criticize the lack of Bluetooth, though one outlier review claims a Bluetooth mode was present.

Bluetooth connection stability is described as solid.

Bluetooth 5.3 support is explicitly mentioned.

Build quality is widely praised, especially the metal frame, aluminum forks, and sturdy feel.

The frame is described as more durable than expected at the price.

Wired reviews note the included USB-C DAC or built-in sound card, with one review discussing high sample-rate support, but it is not framed as a hi-res audiophile product.

Physical controls are generally convenient, especially the volume wheel and mute button, though placement and feel get occasional criticism.

The physical controls are described as very responsive in daily use.

Cable impressions are mixed: some like the braided cable quality, while others complain it is non-removable or transmits noise.

Carry-case feedback is modest: wireless units may include a cloth bag, but protection is limited and wired units may omit a pouch.

The travel case is described as sturdy and well made.

Charging is straightforward over USB-C, with good battery endurance reducing charging frequency, though cable length can be a limitation.

Fast charging is a clear strength, with about 7 hours from a 10-minute top-up.

Clamping force is usually described as light, balanced, and secure enough for long sessions.

Clamping force is described as secure without becoming uncomfortable.

Codec support includes LDAC and SBC, but not AAC or aptX.

Comfort is the strongest consensus point, with many reviewers calling the headset easy to wear for hours.

The headphones are described as comfortable enough for all-day wear.

The headphone supports both wired and Bluetooth listening.

Connectivity is split by version: wired models are flexible through 3.5mm/USB-C, while wireless models are constrained by dongle-only use.

Console limitations mostly concern the wireless model, especially missing Xbox support and PC-only spatial/software features.

The design keeps the Cloud identity while looking cleaner, sleeker, and more premium to many reviewers.

The design is described as premium-looking and sleek.

Detachable cable convenience is weak on the wired model because reviewers repeatedly note the cable is fixed.

The detachable boom mic is consistently presented as convenient, though one reviewer warns detachable parts can be misplaced.

The dongle enables low-latency wireless and broad USB use, but it is also the main source of connection inflexibility.

Ear padding is broadly praised for plush memory foam, though some note pleather can get warm.

The earcup padding is described as extremely soft.

Reviewers repeatedly wish the earcups had more swivel or rotation.

The earcups swivel and pivot for fit and storage.

Pad movement can create a faint rustling noise on the head.

Replacement-pad evidence is mixed: wired units may lack extra pads, but third-party cushions are said to fit.

EQ customization is available on PC through NGENUITY, but usefulness varies because software, console persistence, and preset quality draw complaints.

The EQ tools include detailed gain and Q-factor adjustment.

The headphone is portrayed as unusually full-featured for its price tier.

Fit and seal are generally strong, helping comfort and passive isolation.

Frequency-response comments point to a mostly neutral or safe tuning rather than an extreme gaming V-shape.

The sound is described as largely accurate.

Game/chat balance is specifically called out as missing on the wireless model.

Headband adjustability is usually adequate, with notched extension, though one reviewer wanted more room for larger heads.

The headband adjustment is present and easy to use.

Headband padding is described as soft to the touch.

Hinge durability receives positive evidence from the redesigned, stronger buckle/hinge structure.

Movie playback can feel more immersive than expected at this price.

Included accessories vary by version but commonly include the detachable mic, USB dongle or DAC, adapters, charging cable, and sometimes a bag.

The box includes a healthy accessory bundle with cables and an airline adapter.

Instrument separation gets limited but positive support from reviewers hearing layered or separately distinguishable details.

Instrument separation is strong enough to reveal individual layers clearly.

A built-in multi-microphone array is explicitly mentioned.

LDAC support is explicitly confirmed.

Maximum loudness is rarely a problem for listeners, with several reviewers saying volume output is ample.

The headphones can be turned up loudly without obvious distortion.

Microphone quality is generally a strength, especially for chat, though some reviewers find it merely fine or lacking depth.

Microphone noise rejection is often praised for reducing keyboard, fan, dog, or room noise.

The microphone system is said to reduce wind and background noise effectively.

Call and meeting evidence is positive where tested, with voice transmission described as clear and distraction-free.

Call quality is described as flawless in use.

Midrange clarity varies: several reviewers hear clear vocals or neutral mids, while others find mids recessed or weak.

Midrange output is described as clean for instruments and vocals.

Compatibility is broad on wired and USB-supported platforms, but wireless Xbox limitations prevent it from being universal.

The headphones can be used across Apple and non-Apple devices, though not on equal terms.

Multipoint lets the user switch between two devices with ease.

Passive isolation is good for closed-back leatherette cups, though reviewers distinguish it from ANC.

The seal around the ear helps with passive isolation.

The overall recommendation is strongly positive.

Packaging evidence is limited, but one review notes the cleaner red-and-white box design.

Portability is a weak point because the wireless model does not fold flat and can lack protective travel features.

The headphones fold into a more compact shape for transport.

Positional audio is mixed: some reviewers hear precise localization, while others find imaging disappointing.

The appearance is described as more premium than the price suggests. The finish is said to deliver a luxury-like feel.

Preset EQ quality is divided, with some reviewers finding presets useful and others calling them poor.

The Classic preset is described as the most balanced option.

Replaceable earpad evidence is positive where reviewers note removable cups or compatible aftermarket pads.

RGB customization is essentially absent because reviewers note no lighting beyond mute indicators.

Sensor coverage is only discussed in the context of missing wear detection.

Sidetone or mic monitoring is supported in software for some setups, but one reviewer says it did not work.

Practical extras such as safe-volume limits are included.

Auto-pause behavior is described as absent.

The finish can pick up visible fingerprints or grime.

Setup is simple in some experiences and frustrating in others, depending on software and light-pattern/detection behavior.

Initial setup is described as easy and straightforward.

Sound leakage evidence is limited and mixed, from low leakage helping immersion to some audible leakage outside the cups.

Overall sound quality is broadly good for gaming, but music and audiophile performance split reviewers sharply.

Overall sound quality is described as excellent for the price. Wired playback is described as more detailed, balanced, and full than Bluetooth in one setup.

Soundstage width is often described as narrow or merely average, with a few positive takes on natural staging.

The soundstage is described as wider in Dynamic mode.

Spatial audio receives mixed reactions: some find it precise or immersive, while others find DTS subtle, PC-limited, or damaging to sound quality.

A spatial-style listening mode is explicitly mentioned.

Stability evidence is positive for fit retention and wireless range/connection where discussed.

The fit is stable enough that the headphones are not described as unstable in use.

The material is described as more sustainable and animal-friendly than conventional leather.

Ambient mode is described as clear and open sounding.

The headphone is framed as especially well suited to longer trips.

Treble clarity is mixed: several reviews like the crisp or smoother high end, while others report sharp, tinny, or overly high treble.

Treble is described as crisp and pleasant.

USB-C is well supported for dongles, adapters, charging, DAC use, or wired extension depending on version.

USB-C is used for charging.

Value depends on version and price: wired reviews often praise the $100 value, while wireless reviews are more price-sensitive.

Value is described as terrific for the asking price.

A control shortcut can summon the device’s voice assistant.

Voice prompts announce mode changes, though with a slight delay.

Volume output is generally strong, with several reviewers saying the headset gets plenty loud.

There is enough output headroom to reach a comfortable loudness.

Water or sweat resistance is not a selling point; one review explicitly lists no waterproofing and others mention warm pleather.

The headphones are explicitly described as not waterproof.

Auto-pause on removal is described as missing.

Wear detection performance is effectively negative because the feature is missing.

Weight comfort is mostly positive, especially for wired units, although a few wireless reviewers find it heavier than alternatives.

The weight is low enough to be considered comfortable for portable use.

Wind-related interference is kept to a minimal level in one outdoor test.

Wireless latency is one of the wireless model’s clearest strengths thanks to the 2.4GHz dongle.

Xbox compatibility is the most repeated platform caveat for the wireless model, while wired analog use can work.

Xbox is explicitly mentioned as a compatible gaming platform.