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HyperX Cloud Alpha
A long-running wired budget headset with dual-chamber 50 mm drivers and a metal frame.
- Gaming headset
- 3.5 mm
- Detachable boom
- 295 g
PCPR score
7.9
Good
Best price we’ve seen
$69.99Nov 9
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The short version
The Cloud Alpha is a wired, closed-back gaming headset with 50 mm dual-chamber drivers, memory foam pads, an aluminum frame and a detachable noise-cancelling mic. RTINGS rates it good for wired gaming with balanced sound and a clear boom mic. It has no software, USB audio or wireless option, and the closed design limits soundstage. It suits buyers who want a comfortable 3.5 mm headset for PC or console on a tight budget.
Pros
- Dual-chamber 50 mm drivers separate bass from mids and highs
- Aluminum frame and memory foam pads
- Detachable noise-cancelling mic
- Works on PC and consoles over 3.5 mm
Cons
- Wired only, with no software customization
- Closed-back soundstage is limited, per RTINGS
Best for
- Budget PC and console buyers
- Players who want a wired headset without software
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Full specifications
Core
- Type
- Gaming headset
- Back
- Closed
- Platforms
- PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch, Mobile
Connectivity
- Connection
- 3.5 mm
Features
- Microphone
- Detachable boom
- Active noise cancelling
- No
Performance
- Driver size
- 50 mm
Physical
- Weight
- 295 g
Compatibility notes
- Analog 3.5 mm connection; a PC extension cable splits headset and mic.
- No USB audio or wireless connection; everything runs through the 3.5 mm cable.
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What reviewers and owners say
RTINGS
PositiveConsidered it a comfortable, reasonably balanced wired gaming headset with a clear boom mic, noting recessed treble, sound that varies with fit, and no customization software.
2018-06-04
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Common questions
Does the Cloud Alpha need software?
No. It connects over a 3.5 mm cable with in-line controls, and RTINGS notes it lacks software customization.
Which platforms are supported?
HyperX lists PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and mobile through the 3.5 mm connection.
Is the microphone removable?
Yes. HyperX specifies a detachable noise-cancelling electret condenser microphone that can be unplugged for listening only.
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