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HyperX

HyperX Cloud Alpha

Name: HyperX Cloud Alpha
Brand: HyperX
SKU: B076GT6XJ9
Price: 95.97 USD

A budget headset with premium build, performance that holds up years later.

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Key specs

Connection Type

Wired 3.5mmMost common

Wired-3.5mm33%Bluetooth27%2.4GHZ26%Wired-usb-c11%

Wired-3.5mm is the most common — on 33% of the 203 gaming headsets we've cataloged (of 148).

Connectivity

Connection Type: Wired 3.5mm
Headphone Jack: Yes
Platform Compatibility: PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, Mobile
Cable Type: 3.5mm single-ended

Build

Material Ear Cups: Memory foam, PU leather
Water Resistance: No
Material Chassis Primary: Aluminum
Material Headband: Metal with padded section

Microphone

Noise Reduction Type: Passive noise isolation
Microphone: Yes
Is Detachable: Yes
Is Retractable: No

Release

Date: 2017-10-03
Msrp Usd: 99 USD
Year: 2017

Sound

Acoustic Design: Closed-back
Driver Size: 50 mm
Driver Type: Dynamic
Frequency Response Signature: V-shaped
Impedance: 65 Ω
Surround Sound Format: Virtual 7.1

Battery

Battery: No

Design

Ear Pad Type: Memory foam, leatherette
Foldable: No
Weight: 336 g

SoundGuys review

SOUNDGUYS rating

6.8/ 10

Worth a look

Reviewed byChristian ThomasEditor-at-largeReviewed October 2022

Isolation4.0

Comfort & fit8.5

Connectivity6.5

Design7.0

Portability6.5

Features6.9

The verdict

If you're looking for a gaming headset, the HyperX Cloud Alpha is a community favorite—for good reason. The combination of great sound and excellent durability make for a killer combination.

✓Liked: Excellent sound quality, Excellent isolation, Excellent durability, Remote

✕Could be better: Not very portable, No extra features

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