Detailed comparison and review of HyperX Cloud Alpha and HyperX Cloud Alpha S. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | HyperX Cloud Alpha | HyperX Cloud Alpha S |
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Product Type | Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack | Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack | |
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Height | - | 19.934 cm | |
Width | - | 13.5 cm | |
Depth | - | 9.23 cm | |
Weight | 336 g | 321 g | HyperX Cloud Alpha S are lighter than HyperX Cloud Alpha headphones. |
Colour | Black, red | Black | Blackout | Black | |
Body Material | Aluminium | Aluminium | |
Earpad Material | Memory foam | Leatherette | |
Headband Material | Leatherette | - | |
Recommended Use | Game console, portable electronics, computer | Game console, computer |
SOUND QUALITY | HyperX Cloud Alpha | HyperX Cloud Alpha S |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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Headphones Technology | Dynamic | - | |
Ear Cups Type | Closed | Closed | |
Adjustable Headband | Yes | - | |
Connectivity Technology | Wired | Wired | |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Sound Effects | - | 7.1 Channel Virtual Surround Sound | |
Frequency Response | 13 - 27000 Hz | 13 - 27000 Hz | Both headphones offer the same frequency response. |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | <1% | <1% | Both headphones have the same total harmonic distortion. |
Sensitivity | 98 dB | 98 dB | Both headphones offer the same sensitivity. |
Impedance | 65 Ohm | 65 Ohm | |
Diaphragm | 50 mm | 50 mm | Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm. |
Magnet Material | Neodymium | Neodymium | |
In-Cord Volume Control | Yes | - |
MICROPHONE | HyperX Cloud Alpha | HyperX Cloud Alpha S |
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Form Factor | Detachable headset microphone | Detachable headset microphone | |
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Type | Boom | Boom | |
Microphone Technology | Electret condenser | Electret condenser | |
Microphone Operation Mode | Bi-directional | Bi-directional | |
Noise Cancelling | Yes | - | HyperX Cloud Alpha microphone can cancel out ambient noise. |
Frequency Response | 50 - 18000 Hz | 50 - 18000 Hz | The frequency response of the microphones in both headphones is the same. |
Sensitivity | -43 dBV/Pascal | -38 dBV/Pascal |
REMOTE CONTROL | HyperX Cloud Alpha | HyperX Cloud Alpha S |
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Controls | Volume, microphone on/off | Volume, microphone on/off, microphone volume |
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CABLE | HyperX Cloud Alpha | HyperX Cloud Alpha S |
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Cable Type | Headset cable - detachable - 1.3 m Headset extension cable - 2 m |
Headset cable - 1 m | |
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Cable Length | 1.3 m | 1 m | |
Detachable Cable | Yes | Yes |
CONNECTIONS | HyperX Cloud Alpha | HyperX Cloud Alpha S |
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Connector Type | Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) | Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) |
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OTHERS | HyperX Cloud Alpha | HyperX Cloud Alpha S |
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Included Accessories | Detachable microphone | Ear cushion, travel bag, external USB control box | |
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Compatibility | Mac, Windows | Mac, Windows | |
Service & Support | Limited warranty - 2 years | Limited warranty - 2 years |