HyperX Announces Cloud III Gaming Headset

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif.  –May 30, 2023 – HyperX, the gaming peripherals team at HP Inc. and brand leader in gaming and esports, today announced the HyperX Cloud III Gaming Headset duringCOMPUTEX 2023. The Cloud III gaming headset offers signature comfort and an immersive in-game audio experience with re-engineered 53mm angled drivers and lifetime activation of DTS®Headphone:X®1 for accurate 3D audio spatialization. Following up on the tremendous success of Cloud II introduced back in 2015, HyperX has improved all aspects of the product to bring the most comfortable and superb sounding gaming headset on the market.

"We're thrilled to introduce Cloud III, our next generation Cloud gaming headset," said Marcus Hermann,director of PC gaming, HyperX. "HyperX Cloud has always stood for the most comfortable gaming headsets on the market and with the Cloud III, we took time to dive deep into what gamers love about Cloud II and enhance every aspect of the new headset. We improved the comfort with new materials and fit. We improved the sound by re-engineering our drivers and tuning. We also improved the communications feature by including a 10mm microphone with noise-cancellation and an internal metal mesh pop filter."

 HyperX also revealed HyperX Cirro Buds Pro True Wireless designed to provide an enhanced listening experience with utmost comfort. Features include up to 35 hours of battery life2, 8mm dynamic drivers and Bluetooth® wireless connectivity. The buds offer precision noise cancelling with hybrid active noise cancellation technology to ensure clear sound without external interferences. 

Hermann continued, "We're also excited to share the new Cirro Buds Pro with gamers and casual listeners, offering immersive sound and comfort to meet a range of audio needs".

The latest HyperX line of products offer new levels of comfort, performance and control and are designed to improve the user experience. More information on the new audio products includes:

·        HyperX Cloud III Gaming Headset: HyperX has built its, now legendary, Cloud gaming headset product line on signature HyperX comfort and the attention to detail continues with Cloud III. Equipped with the re-engineered 53mm angled drivers and DTS® Headphone:X®1, it also delivers immersive and accurate 3D audio spatialization. HyperX's acoustic engineering team custom tuned the headset's drivers for optimal sound and precision. The Cloud III is also designed for extended gaming sessions, thanks to its plush HyperX memory foam ear cushions and extra padding in the headband. The headset includes an ultra-clear 10mm microphone with noise-cancellation and an internal metal mesh pop filter that reduces disruptive noise. It also has simple onboard audio and mic controls, and is compatible with PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and mobile devices. The headset features 3.5mm, USB-C, and USB-A connectors and comes with a slim US adapter that provides both USB-C and USB-A connectivity.

·       HyperX Cirro Buds Pro True Wireless Earbuds: The Cirro Buds Pro earbuds offer precision noise cancelling with hybrid active noise cancellation technology to ensure clear sound. The Cirro Buds Pro earbuds also provide an ambient sound mode for users to stay connected to their surroundings, as well as low-latency audio connectivity for mobile gaming. With Bluetooth® 5.2 connectivity, these earbuds provide wireless freedom while offering HyperX durability with an IPX4 water-resistant rating3, and the protective charging case can fully charge the earbuds in just 40 minutes. The earbuds feature three sets of ear tips for a personalized and secure fit and up to 35 hours2 of battery life. The Cirro Buds Pro are available in black, blue and tan colorways.

Availability

The new products will be available through the HyperX US Shop. For more information on HyperX products, please visit HyperX.com.

·       HyperX Cloud III Gaming Headset – Available at HyperX US Shop for $99.99

·       HyperX Cirro Buds Pro True Wireless Earbuds – Available in month of June for $79.99

 

Pricing from HyperX.com is subject to change without notice. Retailers' pricing may vary. 

 

HyperX Cloud III Gaming Headset Specifications:

                                                                       

Headphone

Driver: Dynamic, 53mm with Neodymium magnets

Form Factor: Over ear, circumaural, closed back

Frequency Response: 10Hz-21kHz

Impedance: 64 Ω

Sensitivity: 100dBSPL/mW at 1kHz

T.H.D: <2%

Frame Type: Steel, Aluminum

Ear Cushions: Memory foam and premium leatherette

 

Microphone

Element: Electret condenser microphone

Polar Pattern: Uni-directional, Noise-cancelling

Frequency Response: 50Hz-17kHz.

Sensitivity: -42dBV (0dB=1V/Pa at 1kHz)

 

Connections and Features

Audio Connection: Wired 3.5mm (4-pole CTIA), Wired USB

USB Audio Format: Stereo

USB Specification: USB 2.0

Sampling Rates: 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 96kHz

Bit-Depth: 16 bit, 24 bit

Included Virtual Surround Sound: DTS Headphone:X

Audio Controls: Onboard audio controls

Physical

Weight: 308g

Weight with microphone: 320g

Cable Length(s) and Type(s): 1.2m headset cable, 1.3m USB dongle cable 

HyperX Cirro Buds Pro True Wireless Earbuds Specifications

 

Part Number                                                       727A5AA         Black

727A6AA         Blue

727A7AA         Tan


 
Earphone Specifications

Driver Type                                                      Dynamic, 8mm

Form Factor                                                      True wireless earbuds

Frequency Response                                          20Hz – 20kHz

Impedance                                                        16 Ω ± 15% @ 1KHz

Sensitivity                                                        112±3dBSPL 1mW @ 1KHz

T.H.D.                                                              ≦3% (50~8kHz)

Ear Tips                                                            Silicone, 3 sizes

 

Microphone Specifications

Type                                                                 Built-in

Element                                                            MEMS

Polar Pattern                                                     Omnidirectional

Frequency Response                                          30Hz-8kHz

Sensitivity                                                        -12.5dBFS (@1kHz, Pin=1Pa, 94dB)

 

Connections and Features

Audio Connection                                             Bluetooth® wireless connection

Sampling Rates                                                 48kHz

Bit-Depth                                                         16-bit

Active Noise Cancellation                                 Hybrid

Ambient Mode                                                  Yes

Ingress Protection                                             IPX4 (earbuds)

 

Battery Specifications

Type                                                                 Rechargeable lithium-ion

Battery Life                                                      Earbuds up to 7 hours (noise control off), 4 hours (gaming mode), up to 35 hours total Charge Time

Earbuds: 40 minutes

Charging case: 2 hours

Entire product: 3 hours

 

Wireless Specifications

Type                                                                Bluetooth®

Bluetooth                                                         Version 5.2

Wireless Range                                                 Up to 10m

Supported                                                         Bluetooth

Codecs                                                             SBC

Supported                                                         Bluetooth

Profiles                                                             HSP, HFP, A2DP, AVRCP

Low Latency Mode                                           Yes

 

Physical Specifications

Weight                                                             Charging case: 39.4g

Earbud (L/R): 8.54g

Charge Cable Type and Length                          0.3m, USB-C to USB-A

 

1DTS, DTS:X, DTS Sound Unbound, Headphone:X, the DTS logo, and the DTS:X logo are registered trademarks or trademarks of DTS, Inc. in the United States and other countries. © 2020 DTS, Inc. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

2 Tested at 50% headphone volume, continuous playback. Earbuds have up to 7 hours of battery life and up to an additional 28 hours using the charging case. Actual battery life will vary with use and maximum capacity will naturally decrease with time and usage.

3Product passed IPX4 water -resistant rating for water splashing (not water immersion) from any angle. IP ratings are not a guarantee of future performance.

About HyperX
For 20 years, HyperX's mission has been to develop gaming solutions for every type of gamer and the company is consistently recognized for delivering products that provide superb comfort, aesthetics, performance, and reliability. Under the tagline of "WE'RE ALL GAMERS," HyperX gaming headsets, keyboards, mice, USB microphones, and console accessories are the choice of everyday gamers as well as celebrity ambassadors, pro gamers, tech enthusiasts, and overclockers worldwide because they meet the most stringent product specifications and are built with best-in-class components. For more information, please go to www.hyperx.com.

About HP
HP Inc. is a technology company that believes one thoughtful idea has the power to change the world. Its product and service portfolio of personal systems, printers, and 3D printing solutions helps bring these ideas to life. Visit http://www.hp.com.

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