SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless
Best for Most gamers
Typically £139–£179
Check Price on Amazon Paid linkHyperX Cloud III Wireless
Best for Comfort and battery
Typically £89–£159
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| Feature | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless | HyperX Cloud III Wireless |
|---|---|---|
| Verdict | Buy | Buy |
| Typical price | £139–£179 | £89–£159 |
| Best for | Most gamers | Comfort and battery |
| Key feature | Wireless gaming and Bluetooth in one headset | Famous Cloud comfort, now wireless |
| Battery | Up to 38 hours | Up to 120 hours |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz + Bluetooth | 2.4 GHz USB-C dongle |
| Where to buy | Check Price Paid link | Check Price Paid link |
Main differences
Typical price
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7: £139–£179; HyperX Cloud III: £89–£159.
Best for
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7: most gamers; HyperX Cloud III: comfort and battery.
Standout
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7: wireless gaming and Bluetooth in one headset; HyperX Cloud III: famous Cloud comfort, now wireless.
Battery
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7: Up to 38 hours; HyperX Cloud III: Up to 120 hours.
Connectivity
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7: 2.4 GHz + Bluetooth; HyperX Cloud III: 2.4 GHz USB-C dongle.
Which should you choose?
Choose the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless if you
- want a comfortable wireless headset for PC or PlayStation that also connects to your phone
- care most about simultaneous 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth
Choose the HyperX Cloud III Wireless if you
- want a comfortable wireless headset with very long battery life at a fair price
- care most about plush memory-foam cushions
Which specifications matter?
Focus on the differences above rather than headline numbers. For more options, see our list of the best gaming headsets in the uk.
Not sure about either? Consider these
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Razer BlackShark V2 X
Buy it if You want a light, comfortable wired headset for under £60 that works with almost anything.
- Verdict
- Buy
- Best for
- Budget
- Typical price
- £39–£49
Pros
- Very light
- Works with any 3.5 mm jack
Cons
- Wired only
Logitech · Gaming headsets
Logitech G PRO X 2 LIGHTSPEED
Buy it if You play competitive PC games and want premium drivers, build quality and long battery.
- Verdict
- Consider
- Best for
- Competitive PC players
- Typical price
- £179–£229
Pros
- Large graphene drivers
- Sturdy aluminium and steel build
Cons
- Expensive
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 or the HyperX Cloud III?
Choose the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 if you want a comfortable wireless headset for PC or PlayStation that also connects to your phone. Choose the HyperX Cloud III if you want a comfortable wireless headset with very long battery life at a fair price.
Which is better value?
The SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 typically costs £139–£179 and the HyperX Cloud III typically costs £89–£159. The better value depends on which differences above matter to you.