HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Gaming HeadsetBlack Red
HyperX · Released January 1, 2022

Cloud Alpha Wireless Gaming Headset

The 300-hour headset. Charge it once a month, maybe.

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The Cloud Alpha Wireless is rated for up to 300 hours per charge, and in practice that means you forget where the cable is. The dual-chamber 50mm drivers keep bass tight and separate from the mids, DTS Headphone:X spatial audio is built in, and the frame is the same comfortable aluminum design that made the wired Alpha a staple. It's 2.4GHz only, though: no Bluetooth, no 3.5mm.

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Key specs
Connection
Wired
Driver size
1.97 in (50 mm)
Controls
Buttons, Rotary
Highlights

Specs that matter

Display
Panel
Headset
Audio
Type
Gaming headset
Wear
Over-ear
Battery
300 h
Driver
50 mm
Impedance
62 Ω
Body
Weight
11.8 oz (335 g)
Colors
Black Red
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Product highlights

Verified attributes, grouped for quick scanning.

AudioGaming headset · Over-ear300 h
Weight11.8 oz (335 g)
51 attributes · See all specifications
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Buying decision

Should you buy it?

The Cloud Alpha Wireless is rated for up to 300 hours per charge, and in practice that means you forget where the cable is. The dual-chamber 50mm drivers keep bass tight and separate from the mids, DTS Headphone:X spatial audio is built in, and the frame is the same comfortable aluminum design that made the wired Alpha a staple. It's 2.4GHz only, though: no Bluetooth, no 3.5mm.

Best for

PC gamers who hate charging and want a proven, comfortable frame

Not for

Anyone who wants Bluetooth for a phone or a wired fallback

Main strengthRated for up to 300 hours of battery life
Main weakness2.4GHz USB dongle only: no Bluetooth or 3.5mm
Reasons to buy
Rated for up to 300 hours of battery life
Dual-chamber 50mm drivers keep bass from smearing the mids
DTS Headphone:X spatial audio built in
Durable aluminum frame with memory-foam pads
Reasons to avoid
2.4GHz USB dongle only: no Bluetooth or 3.5mm
Mic is serviceable, not broadcast quality
No active noise cancellation
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Product data

Full specifications

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Sound

Driver type
Dynamic
Driver size
1.97 in (50 mm)
Frequency response
15 Hz - 21000 Hz
Impedance
62
Sensitivity
103
THD
2%
Acoustic system
Closed
Magnet
Neodymium

Battery

Total with case
300 h
Fast charging
✓

Connectivity

Connection
Wired
3.5 mm jack
✓
2.5 mm jack
✕
USB audio
✕

Microphone

Microphone
Yes
Call noise reduction
✓
Mute control
✓
Detachable mic
✓
Mic sensitivity
-39 dB
Mic frequency
50 - 18000 Hz

Controls & Software

Controls
Buttons, Rotary
Compatibility
PlayStation 4

Comfort & Build

Colors
  • Black
  • Blue
Cable length
1.3 m

Launch

Released
2022
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