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HyperX Cloud III vs Logitech G Pro X 2 Lightspeed

A sourced, side-by-side comparison. HyperX Cloud III is cheaper at $99.99. Every spec and price links to its source.

Which is better: the HyperX Cloud III or Logitech G Pro X 2 Lightspeed?

The HyperX Cloud III wins 1 of the 1 specs we compare head to head; the other wins 0. The HyperX Cloud III is the cheaper at $99.99. The HyperX Cloud III both leads on specs and costs less — the straightforward pick.

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Full spec sheet

marks the stronger figure where "more" — or "less", for price and weight — is unambiguously better.

Spec HyperX Cloud III Logitech G Pro X 2 Lightspeed
US price $99.99 MSRP $249 MSRP at launch
BrandHyperXLogitech
Released2023-062023-05
Connection wired wireless
Driver (mm) 53 50
Battery hours 50
Surround sound Yes Yes
Mic type detachable detachable
Weight (g) 308 345
Rgb No No
Release 2023 2023

Sources — HyperX Cloud III: hp.com (verified 2026-06-15). Logitech G Pro X 2 Lightspeed: ir.logitech.com (verified 2026-06-15).

What's the difference between the HyperX Cloud III and Logitech G Pro X 2 Lightspeed?

Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (3 of 7). Matching specs are omitted.

  • Connection: HyperX Cloud III wired vs Logitech G Pro X 2 Lightspeed wireless
  • Driver (mm): HyperX Cloud III 53 vs Logitech G Pro X 2 Lightspeed 50
  • Weight (g): HyperX Cloud III 308 vs Logitech G Pro X 2 Lightspeed 345

What reviewers say

Sourced tester consensus for each — the "what people who used it think" layer, not just specs.

HyperX Cloud III

All three whitelisted testers (Tom's Hardware, TechRadar, SoundGuys) survived verification; every quote and Tom's Hardware's weight figures are verbatim in the source text. The wired HyperX Cloud III ($99.99) wins broad agreement on comfort, premium build, and wide platform connectivity (3.5mm plus USB-C/USB-A dongle). Verdicts split sharply on sound and mic: SoundGuys scored it 6.2, citing sub-bass-light audio it calls its shortest area, while TechRadar rated it 4.8/5. (3 sourced reviews, 2 lab-tested.)

Praised: Comfortable, lightweight fit for hours of wear; Premium look and build quality for the price; Broad platform connectivity (3.5mm plus USB-C/USB-A dongle).

Flagged: Sound signature is divisive — recessed mids and lacking sub-bass, not a headset for music/audiophiles; DTS virtual surround is subtle-to-nonfunctional and the NGENUITY software is limited; Mic quirks: sibilance, low recording volume, and loud mute-button blips.

Logitech G Pro X 2 Lightspeed

Three whitelisted outlets (SoundGuys, Tom's Hardware, PCWorld) hands-on-reviewed this exact model. Consensus: a comfortable, sturdily built, great-sounding gaming headset with class-leading battery life and versatile connectivity, but no ANC, no simultaneous audio mixing, and a steep ~$250 price. SoundGuys measured battery at 88 hr 27 min (far past the 50-hr claim); Tom's found the soundstage narrow and mediocre for music. (3 sourced reviews, 3 lab-tested.)

Praised: Comfortable for long gaming sessions; Sturdy, premium build quality; Clear, detailed gaming sound.

Flagged: No active noise cancellation; No simultaneous / multipoint audio mixing; Steep ~$250 price for what it offers.

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