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  • Frequency response 13Hz – 27kHz.Headphones fit type:Over-Ear
  • Custom-tuned HyperX 7.1 surround sound
  • Bass adjustment sliders
  • HyperX Dual chamber drivers
  • Game and chat balance
  • Signature HyperX comfort
  • Durable aluminum frame
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Customer Ratings
For gaming
4.1
4.2
4.3
4.5
4.1
4.1
Sound quality
4.1
4.1
4.1
4.2
4.2
4.0
Noise cancellation
3.9
4.0
4.0
4.7
3.7
3.9
Comfort
4.7
4.1
4.1
4.2
Value for money
4.5
4.2
3.9
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connectivity tech
Wired
Wireless
Wired
Wired, Wireless
Wired
3.5mm
headphones form factor
Over Ear
Over Ear
Over Ear
Over Ear
Over Ear
Over Ear
connector type
3.5mm Jack
wireless
usb-a,usb-c
wireless
3 5mm Jack
3.5mm Jack
noise control
active noise cancellation
sound isolation
active noise cancellation
active noise cancellation
headphones jack
3.5 mm Jack
3.5 mm Jack
3.5 mm Jack
3.5 mm Jack
cable feature
Retractable, Detachable
Detachable
Retractable
Without Cable
Retractable
Detachable

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HyperX Cloud Alpha S
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HyperX 7.1. surround sound

HyperX NGENUITY auto-detects supported games and selects the optimized surround sound profile to improve your experience on PC.

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Personalize your sound

Select from 3 levels of bass with these convenient sliders on the ear cups. Fully open them for maximum bass or close them to reduce the bass levels.

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HyperX Dual Chamber Drivers

Separation of bass frequencies allows them to be tuned separately to provide more distinction between sounds and minimizes distortion.

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Game and chat audio balance

Conveniently adjust the mix of game and chat audio levels so you prioritize what you want to hear without having to dig into the in-game menus.

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Signature HyperX comfort

Choose comfort your way. Game in comfort for longer with leatherette ear cushions or swap in the fabric ear cushions if you prefer more airflow.

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Durable aluminum frame

The tough aluminum frame construction is designed to endure the rigors of daily gaming.

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Advanced audio control mixer

Activate 7.1 surround sound, adjust the game and chat audio balance, mute the mic, and adjust volume without having to leave your game.

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Detachable mic and cable

Discord and TeamSpeak certified for clear communication. Has a detachable, wear-resistant cable.

Comparison Table

Cloud Alpha S

Cloud Alpha S - Blue

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Cloud Alpha S - Blackout

hyperx cloud alpha timthetatman edition

Cloud Alpha - TTT

cloud alpha red

Cloud Alpha - Red

Cloud Alpha Wireless

Cloud Alpha Wireless

Customer Reviews
4.5 out of 5 stars
27,820
4.5 out of 5 stars
27,820
4.4 out of 5 stars
218
4.5 out of 5 stars
27,820
4.3 out of 5 stars
3,243
Connection
3.5mm 3.5mm 3.5mm 3.5mm Wireless 2.4GHz
Sound
7.1 Surround Sound 7.1 Surround Sound Stereo 7.1 Surround Sound DTS Headphone: X Spatial 3D
Driver
50mm Dual Chamber 50mm Dual Chamber 50mm Dual Chamber 50mm Dual Chamber 50mm Dual Chamber
Noise - Cancellation Mic
Detachable Detachable Detachable Detachable Detachable w/ Mute LED
Ear Cushion Material
Memory foam+ leatherette Memory foam+ leatherette Memory foam+ leatherette Memory foam+ leatherette Memory foam+ leatherette
Weight
321g 321g 336g 336g 335g

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    Product Description

    The HyperX Cloud Alpha S builds upon the groundbreaking Cloud Alpha and features custom-tuned HyperX virtual 7.1 surround sound With the included audio control mixer you can activate the surround sound and adjust the game audio and chat balance without having to go into any menus Bass adjustment sliders have been added to the ear cups so you can personalize your audio The Cloud Alpha S still features the dual-chamber driver system which reduces distortion and provides clearer sound as well as signature HyperX comfort afforded by the memory foam ear cushions which have been upgraded with extra breathable leatherette.

    Customer reviews

    4.5 out of 5 stars
    4.5 out of 5
    27,820 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the sturdiness and comfort of the headphones. For example, they mention that the aluminum and leather not only feels sturdy, but also supports the headphones, and the band rests comfortably on the top of their head. Customers are also happy with quality, and value. That said, opinions are mixed on performance, sound quality, fit, and mic quality.

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    716 customers mention621 positive95 negative

    Customers like the comfort of the headphones. They mention that the band rests comfortably on the top of their head, and the headphones feel amazing in their hands. Customers also appreciate the softness of the ear pads, and say that the leather is very padded.

    "...quality is amazing for headphones in any context and the earcups are very very comfy...." Read more

    "...These things are so damn comfortable that I regularly forget I'm wearing them when I leave my apartment to go do other activities...." Read more

    "...They're durable, comfortable, sound great, and work great for gaming and even some light amounts of music listening and any other media consumption...." Read more

    "...The ear cups are comfortable...." Read more

    561 customers mention427 positive134 negative

    Customers say the headphones are built really well, with nice quality materials. They say the volume pot feels much more sturdy. Overall, customers are happy with the sturdiness of the product.

    "...but the Alphas have a removable cord and the volume pot feels much more sturdy as well.-Sound Quality-..." Read more

    "...Now, at this point you know the headset itself is durable, but you might still be wondering about the cable used to connect said headset to your..." Read more

    "...They're durable, comfortable, sound great, and work great for gaming and even some light amounts of music listening and any other media consumption...." Read more

    "As I said they lasted about 3 years and they just broke, this is the problem with non premium headsets they always break after 1-3 years...." Read more

    543 customers mention451 positive92 negative

    Customers like the quality of the headset. They mention that it's amazing, comfortable, and has top-notch audio quality. Some say that it is the best gaming headset for any gamer, casual or serious. The ear pads are nice and soft, and really cushion your ears. The foam earpieces are nice, and the frame is built well. The mix amp is impressive with many connections and controls.

    "...for listening to music at your computer comfortably, this is an amazing headset...." Read more

    "...As for the sound quality, it's pretty damn good...." Read more

    "...seemed to be the best "bang" for your buck as well as one of the best sounding headsets out there...." Read more

    "...Everything about this headset is top-notch. From the packaging to the little things like the tightness of the microphone (it's removable)...." Read more

    370 customers mention289 positive81 negative

    Customers like the value of the headphones. They say it's well worth the purchase price, has unparalleled comfort, and amazing sound quality. Overall, customers find it to be a very good headset from HyperX.

    "...you'll find a much better setup for gaming....especially at this price point...." Read more

    "...Those parts being - Durability, Convenience, Value, Audio Quality, Pro & Cons.Durability - 4 Stars..." Read more

    "...Definitely worth the buy so far." Read more

    "...The price is a bit steep compared your standard headset fare, but the price of admission is well worth it...." Read more

    1,569 customers mention1,010 positive559 negative

    Customers are mixed about the sound quality of the headphones. Some mention that the sound is fine, the mic is useless, and the leather pads are great. They also say that the background noise is definitely reduced, and that the inline volume is very convenient. However, other customers say that they sounded worse than their previous headphones, had less perceived bass at first, and had a huge downgrade in sound quality and build quality.

    "...gonna completely tune out anything and everything, but background noise is definitely reduced...." Read more

    "...They're durable, comfortable, sound great, and work great for gaming and even some light amounts of music listening and any other media consumption...." Read more

    "...Pros:Decent Sound QualityOkay Noise CancellationWorks with PC, Xbox & PlaystationCan get extremely loudCons:..." Read more

    "...and so the seal isn't quite as tight on my head, making for less perceived bass at first, but if you squish them on your ears you catch a bit more..." Read more

    386 customers mention148 positive238 negative

    Customers are mixed about the mic quality of the headphones. Some mention that it's great for a headset mic, and works well when the headphones are connected to the computer. However, others say that it is absolutely terrible, and stopped transmitting voice properly after 3 years. Some customers also mention that the mic doesn't pick up their voice, and some say that the product has never worked.

    "...My only real gripe about this product is that my microphone has never worked; even brand new out of the box...." Read more

    "...-Mic Quality-The mic is perfectly fine and right in line with most $100+ gaming headset mics...." Read more

    "...My only gripe is the microphone attachment. You bend it to a comfortable position, but it slowly falls back down to the shoulder...." Read more

    "...reason does let you use the headset and the sound is fine but the mic is useless and for some insane reason they didn't included a splitter..." Read more

    360 customers mention184 positive176 negative

    Customers are mixed about the performance of the headphones. Some mention that it works great for gaming, while others say that it doesn't work well enough out of the box with a PS4. The Ngenuity offers very little functionality, and the extension dongle does not work.

    "...They're durable, comfortable, sound great, and work great for gaming and even some light amounts of music listening and any other media consumption...." Read more

    "...this got past HyperX when they were making this headset but it simply does not work...." Read more

    "...though are going on over 2 years strong and the cable is worn, but usable, and replicable...." Read more

    "...So the physical hardware is very capable, it's just the lack of an EQ utility that hides this from the user...." Read more

    180 customers mention100 positive80 negative

    Customers are mixed about the fit of the headphones. Some mention that it fits nicely over their ears, while others say that it's a little tight.

    "...For gaming these are awesome, they are comfy and glasses friendly, however the mic does provide some echoing sometimes, so not perfect...." Read more

    "Great headset over all. Only complaint is that it feels a bit tight in the ears, especially since I wear glasses. Or maybe my head is too big lol...." Read more

    "...The ear cups sit lightly but snuggly against your head...." Read more

    "...The wire from the headset to the plug is fairly long. I'm not sure why you would need the wire to be that long...." Read more

    Reliable, durable, and an all around stellar PC headset
    5 Stars
    Reliable, durable, and an all around stellar PC headset
    Let me just start this off by saying I never leave reviews. I'm not very easily impressed. I usually buy something, receive it, and carry on with my day. However, I've had these for over two years now, and it only just recently dawned on me how much of an anomaly this headset has been compared to others I've had in the past. In the hundreds, if not thousands of hours I've used this headset for, not once has it ever consciously occurred to me that they're being worn while in use. You slap them on out of the box, adjust the earcups to your liking, and then forget they're there. These things are so damn comfortable that I regularly forget I'm wearing them when I leave my apartment to go do other activities. I can't sing its praises enough in terms of comfort, since it feels like wearing nothing at all once properly adjusted.As for the sound quality, it's pretty damn good. I've never really been much of an audio snob, but this is more than sufficient if you're just looking for something with quality sound. I've used them for everything from games to podcasts, and there has never been an instance where I was underwhelmed in any capacity by the sound quality here. Absolutely zero complaints from me in this department. The noise cancellation is pretty good, too. I mean, it's not gonna completely tune out anything and everything, but background noise is definitely reduced. My apartment's AC is only about ten feet from my desk, and it gets to be decently loud at times. Though the noise from it is still noticeable when wearing them, it still becomes maybe 30% quieter; even at that close a range. Get sucked into a game, movie, podcast, or album wearing these, and you'll soon forget about any white noise going on in your immediate vicinity anyway. You can also buy HyperX's 7.1 surround sound USB adapter to beef up the sound a bit should you so choose, but I mainly use it for additional volume control and ease of use instead of the surround sound. Maybe I'm using it wrong, but it's just never worked for me.If you're sometimes rough with your peripherals like me, you probably are looking for something that can take a bit more punishment than most. Rest assured you won't be disappointed here, because this thing's rock solid. Just off the top of my head, my Cloud Alpha has survived:-Being slammed in the heavy wooden door leading to my apartment-Being slammed in a car door-Being accidentally rolled over at least two dozen times by sixty pound steel office chair-Being tossed onto hardwood flooring when I missed my intended target of the couch more times than I can count-Being dropped six feet onto solid concrete-Being stepped on at least two hundred different times-Being vomited on on more than one occasion, though that can probably be attributed to luck more than anything elseSeriously, there are times when throw this guy around and have the headband pretzel in a concerning fashion, only to pick them up again, put them back on, and continue where I left off none the worse for wear. Every time I'd get a little alarmed at the aggressive way that I'd just manhandled my headset, it'd be a completely irrational fear. Barring smashing these things with a hammer or actually trying to bend the headband 180 degrees in the opposite direction, there's no conceivable way to me you could break these in day to day use. I've included a few pictures of the wear and tear they've accumulated over the years, as well as the lengths to which they regularly bend just to give you an idea of the punishment they can take. Believe me when I say the build quality is second to none.Now, at this point you know the headset itself is durable, but you might still be wondering about the cable used to connect said headset to your preferred device. Wonder no more. The included cable is 48 inches of (what might as well be) braided steel, and in my two years of usage, it's accumulated nary a scratch save for a small, nearly nonexistent kink below the volume control. It's detachable too, so you never have to worry about the annoyance and potential stress point that comes from having a cable permanently anchored to your headset. I've coiled this thing up all sorts of ways, tossed it into my pockets and backpack in a ball, and it's none the worse for wear considering. Even if you DO somehow manage to break the cable or render it otherwise unusable, don't worry; it can be replaced with any other 3.5mm audio cable with zero hit to sound quality. Trust me. I've checked.My only real gripe about this product is that my microphone has never worked; even brand new out of the box. I've since bought a replacement mic that also hasn't worked either, so my guess is that it's a manufacturing defect rather than something that broke during use over the years. This is really only something that you should think about if you don't already have a mic and/or will be using this mainly for games. Even if yours also turns out to be broken, I'm sure the folks in customer support would be more than willing to exchange your defective set for a functioning unit.But yeah. This has got to be the best headset I've ever purchased in the ten odd years I've been using them. The price is a bit steep compared your standard headset fare, but the price of admission is well worth it. I've used these things so much that the pleather on the earcups is starting to peel off, and I'll continue to use them until I literally can't anymore, for whatever reason that may be. Can't recommend them enough.
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    Reviewed in the United States on April 6, 2021
    Let me just start this off by saying I never leave reviews. I'm not very easily impressed. I usually buy something, receive it, and carry on with my day. However, I've had these for over two years now, and it only just recently dawned on me how much of an anomaly this headset has been compared to others I've had in the past. In the hundreds, if not thousands of hours I've used this headset for, not once has it ever consciously occurred to me that they're being worn while in use. You slap them on out of the box, adjust the earcups to your liking, and then forget they're there. These things are so damn comfortable that I regularly forget I'm wearing them when I leave my apartment to go do other activities. I can't sing its praises enough in terms of comfort, since it feels like wearing nothing at all once properly adjusted.

    As for the sound quality, it's pretty damn good. I've never really been much of an audio snob, but this is more than sufficient if you're just looking for something with quality sound. I've used them for everything from games to podcasts, and there has never been an instance where I was underwhelmed in any capacity by the sound quality here. Absolutely zero complaints from me in this department. The noise cancellation is pretty good, too. I mean, it's not gonna completely tune out anything and everything, but background noise is definitely reduced. My apartment's AC is only about ten feet from my desk, and it gets to be decently loud at times. Though the noise from it is still noticeable when wearing them, it still becomes maybe 30% quieter; even at that close a range. Get sucked into a game, movie, podcast, or album wearing these, and you'll soon forget about any white noise going on in your immediate vicinity anyway. You can also buy HyperX's 7.1 surround sound USB adapter to beef up the sound a bit should you so choose, but I mainly use it for additional volume control and ease of use instead of the surround sound. Maybe I'm using it wrong, but it's just never worked for me.

    If you're sometimes rough with your peripherals like me, you probably are looking for something that can take a bit more punishment than most. Rest assured you won't be disappointed here, because this thing's rock solid. Just off the top of my head, my Cloud Alpha has survived:

    -Being slammed in the heavy wooden door leading to my apartment
    -Being slammed in a car door
    -Being accidentally rolled over at least two dozen times by sixty pound steel office chair
    -Being tossed onto hardwood flooring when I missed my intended target of the couch more times than I can count
    -Being dropped six feet onto solid concrete
    -Being stepped on at least two hundred different times
    -Being vomited on on more than one occasion, though that can probably be attributed to luck more than anything else

    Seriously, there are times when throw this guy around and have the headband pretzel in a concerning fashion, only to pick them up again, put them back on, and continue where I left off none the worse for wear. Every time I'd get a little alarmed at the aggressive way that I'd just manhandled my headset, it'd be a completely irrational fear. Barring smashing these things with a hammer or actually trying to bend the headband 180 degrees in the opposite direction, there's no conceivable way to me you could break these in day to day use. I've included a few pictures of the wear and tear they've accumulated over the years, as well as the lengths to which they regularly bend just to give you an idea of the punishment they can take. Believe me when I say the build quality is second to none.

    Now, at this point you know the headset itself is durable, but you might still be wondering about the cable used to connect said headset to your preferred device. Wonder no more. The included cable is 48 inches of (what might as well be) braided steel, and in my two years of usage, it's accumulated nary a scratch save for a small, nearly nonexistent kink below the volume control. It's detachable too, so you never have to worry about the annoyance and potential stress point that comes from having a cable permanently anchored to your headset. I've coiled this thing up all sorts of ways, tossed it into my pockets and backpack in a ball, and it's none the worse for wear considering. Even if you DO somehow manage to break the cable or render it otherwise unusable, don't worry; it can be replaced with any other 3.5mm audio cable with zero hit to sound quality. Trust me. I've checked.

    My only real gripe about this product is that my microphone has never worked; even brand new out of the box. I've since bought a replacement mic that also hasn't worked either, so my guess is that it's a manufacturing defect rather than something that broke during use over the years. This is really only something that you should think about if you don't already have a mic and/or will be using this mainly for games. Even if yours also turns out to be broken, I'm sure the folks in customer support would be more than willing to exchange your defective set for a functioning unit.

    But yeah. This has got to be the best headset I've ever purchased in the ten odd years I've been using them. The price is a bit steep compared your standard headset fare, but the price of admission is well worth it. I've used these things so much that the pleather on the earcups is starting to peel off, and I'll continue to use them until I literally can't anymore, for whatever reason that may be. Can't recommend them enough.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Excelente (custo X benefício)
    Reviewed in Brazil on March 19, 2024
    Excelente fone de ouvido (custo X benefício). Diante a fama do Cloud Alpha aproveitei uma promoção da Amazon para conhecer o produto. O fone é bem equilibrado (flat/neutro), com caractéristicas de fone de ouvido para estúdio. Os graves são fortes sem ofuscar as demais frequências. Isolamento acústico dentro do esperado para um fone closed back. Não testei o microfone (não uso). Um bom fone de ouvido, independente de marca ou preço, é aquele que dá vontade de ouvir novamente, e nesse quesito o Cloud Alpha é nota 10. Mesmo com outros fones estou sempre usando o Alpha para ouvir música. Gostei tanto do fone que também comprei o Case da HyperX aqui na Amazon. Embora seja um fone orientado para o público gamer, um fone open back é preferível para jogos (principalmente FPS), pois é muito mais preciso na separação dos canais/fontes de aúdio, permitindo localizar pelo som quando algo está acontecendo nas laterais, na frente ou atrás.
    Parabéns para a Amazon que entregou o Fone e o Case muito bem embalados e antes do prazo previsto.
    Produto de qualidade + entrega antes do prazo = cliente satisfeito =)
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    Excelente calidad, el único detalle es que se siente muy rígida, pero me imagino se irá suavizando con el tiempo.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Cumple, cómodos y de calidad
    Reviewed in Mexico on March 11, 2024
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    Ashton Baloca
    5.0 out of 5 stars Unleash Your Gaming Potential with Immersive Audio
    Reviewed in Canada on July 14, 2023
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    Jasmine
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great headset for gaming
    Reviewed in Canada on March 23, 2023
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    João Vitor
    5.0 out of 5 stars Ótimo headset porém...
    Reviewed in Brazil on June 8, 2022
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