HyperX Cloud vs. HyperX Cloud Alpha S

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of HyperX Cloud 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.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

HyperX Cloud vs. HyperX Cloud Alpha S Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HyperX Cloud HyperX Cloud Alpha S
Product Type Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Height 19.5 cm 19.934 cm
Width 15 cm 13.5 cm
Depth 9.5 cm 9.23 cm
Weight 337 g 321 g HyperX Cloud Alpha S are lighter than HyperX Cloud headphones.
Colour - Blackout | Black
Body Material Aluminium Aluminium
Earpad Material Memory foam Leatherette
Headband Material Leatherette -
Recommended Use Game console Game console, computer
SOUND QUALITY HyperX Cloud HyperX Cloud Alpha S
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Ear Cups Type Closed Closed
Connectivity Technology Wired Wired
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - 7.1 Channel Virtual Surround Sound
Frequency Response 15 - 25000 Hz 13 - 27000 Hz HyperX Cloud Alpha S offer a larger frequency range than HyperX Cloud.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) <2% <1% HyperX Cloud Alpha S have lower total harmonic distortion than HyperX Cloud.
Sensitivity 95 dB/mW 98 dB HyperX Cloud Alpha S have higher sensitivity than HyperX Cloud.
Impedance 41 Ohm 65 Ohm
Diaphragm 53 mm 50 mm HyperX Cloud have a thicker diaphragm than HyperX Cloud Alpha S.
Magnet Material Neodymium Neodymium
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE HyperX Cloud HyperX Cloud Alpha S
Form Factor Detachable headset microphone Detachable headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Technology Electret condenser Electret condenser
Microphone Operation Mode - Bi-directional
Frequency Response 50 - 18000 Hz 50 - 18000 Hz The frequency response of the microphones in both headphones is the same.
Audio Input Details Cardioid - 100 - 12000 Hz -
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 2% -
Sensitivity -39 dBV/Pascal -38 dBV/Pascal
Impedance 2.2 kOhm -
Max Sound Pressure 105 dB -
Microphone Power Source Voltage (DC) 2 V -
REMOTE CONTROL HyperX Cloud HyperX Cloud Alpha S
Controls Volume, microphone on/mute Volume, microphone on/off, microphone volume
CABLE HyperX Cloud HyperX Cloud Alpha S
Cable Type Headset cable - 1.3 m Headset cable - 1 m
Cable Length 1.3 m 1 m
Detachable Cable - Yes
CONNECTIONS HyperX Cloud HyperX Cloud Alpha S
Connector Type Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS HyperX Cloud HyperX Cloud Alpha S
Included Accessories Carrying pouch, volume control, dual-pin airplane adapter Ear cushion, travel bag, external USB control box
Compatibility - Mac, Windows
Compliant Standards SGS -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 2 years
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