Cloud Alpha
HyperXReleased Sep 2017 · Analysis updated Mar 2026
Comfortable gaming headset with good audio, durable build, long battery life, and removable accessories for versatile use. The HyperX Cloud Alpha scores 82/100 based on 6 expert reviews in the gaming headsets category. Coverage includes reviews from Techpowerup, Xander51 Medium, Headphonereview, and Tomshardware.
Critic Score
What's this?based on 6 expert reviews
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Pros
- Comfortable design(5)
- Good audio quality(4)
- Premium build quality with durable materials(2)
- Excessive battery life(2)
Cons
- So-so mic quality(2)
6 Expert Reviews
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.
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.
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.
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...
The HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless offers solid wireless gaming performance with comfortable design but has some limitations in battery life and build quality.
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.
