HyperX Cloud Stinger Core vs Sony WH-1000XM3

Technichal specifications
HyperX Cloud Stinger Core
Sony WH-1000XM3
Type
Over-ear
Over-ear
Connectivity
Wired, 3.5mm jack
Bluetooth 4.2, Wired (3.5mm audio jack)
Battery life
N/A
30 hours
Charge time
N/A
3 hours
Charging method
N/A
USB-C
Wireless range
N/A
Up to 10 meters
Latency
N/A
Low
Batteries
N/A
Lithium Polymer
Driver info
40mm
40mm dynamic drivers
Physical specifications
HyperX Cloud Stinger Core
Sony WH-1000XM3
Weight
215 grams
254 grams
Dimensions
177×181×82 mm
184 x 186 x 75 mm
Materials
Plastic
Plastic, synthetic leather ear cushions
Color options
Black
Black, Silver
Mute button
Yes
No
Touch controls
No
Yes
Accessories
Connection cable
USB-C charging cable, 3.5mm audio cable, carrying case, airplane adapter
Cable length
1.3m
1.2m
Water/sweat resistence
N/A
N/A
Microphone
HyperX Cloud Stinger Core
Sony WH-1000XM3
Type
Boom
Built-in
Directionality
Unidirectional
Multiple microphones for noise cancellation and voice pickup
Frequency response
50 Hz - 18 kHz
N/A
Sensitivity
N/A
N/A
AI features
Basic noise reduction
Noise reduction, Dual Noise Sensor Technology with multiple microphones actively removes ambient noise
Speaker
HyperX Cloud Stinger Core
Sony WH-1000XM3
Frequency range
20 Hz - 20 kHz
4 Hz - 40 kHz (wired) 20 Hz - 20 kHz (wireless)
Mono/stereo audio
Stereo
Stereo
Transparency mode
No
Yes
AI features
Virtual Surround Sound: Available in some versions/models with software support Spatial Audio Capabilities: Not specified but generally provides immersive gaming audio
Virtual surround sound: No Spatial audio capabilities: Yes (360 Reality Audio)
Popularity and rating
HyperX Cloud Stinger Core
Sony WH-1000XM3
Brand popularity
High
Very High
Model popularity
High
High
Comfort rating
High
High
Sound quality rating
Good
High
Durability rating
Moderate
High
Comfort for long wear
High
High