Cloud Alpha
HyperXReleased Sep 1, 2017 · Analysis updated Apr 2, 2026
Experience immersive audio with superior comfort and durable construction for extended gaming sessions. The HyperX Cloud Alpha scores 79/100 based on 7 expert reviews in the gaming headsets category. Coverage includes reviews from Techpowerup, Xander51 Medium, Headphonereview, and Tomshardware.
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What's this?based on 7 expert reviews
Pros
- Great sound quality(9)
- Comfortable fit(5)
- Premium build quality(3)
- Limited features(3)
- Effective noise cancellation(3)
Cons
- High price(3)
- Adequate mic quality(3)
- Beta software(3)
- Bulky design(2)
7 Publication Reviews
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The HyperX Cloud Alpha delivers excellent audio performance with rich bass, clear mids and highs, and accurate spatial positioning, making it great for both gaming and music.
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The HyperX Cloud Alpha offers truly mind-blowing audio quality and comfort for the price, raising the bar for both, though the microphone quality is only average.
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The HyperX Cloud Alpha offers excellent sound quality, premium comfort, and durable build quality, making it a top-tier gaming headset despite its modest microphone performance.
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The Cloud Alpha 2 is a very good successor to the Cloud Alpha — it still has excellent battery life (even if it's no longer quite as far ahead of the competition), is comfortable, and it has simultane...
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The HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless offers solid wireless gaming performance with comfortable design but has some limitations in battery life and build quality.
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The HyperX Cloud Alpha 2 offers great sound and comfort but its 250-hour battery life feels wasted on a stationary headset that's priced too close to hi-fi alternatives.
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The HyperX Cloud Alpha 2 is a wireless headset with above average audio and comfort, but its $300 price is not justified due to incomplete software and non-functional features.
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