HyperX
HyperX Cloud Alpha S
A solid mid-range pick in the gaming headsets line-up, with Gaming Headsets up front.
62/100
Gaming Headsets
£130best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- Surround sound
- Noise-cancelling mic
- No wireless
- No active noise cancelling
Score profile
Scored against the gaming headsets classWhere the HyperX Cloud Alpha S wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Design and build
Weight374 g
Sound
Surround soundYes
Microphone
Noise-cancelling micYes
More specs
TypeClosed-Back
ConnectionWired
MicrophoneDetachable
Noise cancellingNo
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowHyperX Cloud Alpha S vs Razer Razer BlackShark V3 Pro CS2
HyperX Cloud Alpha SRazer BlackShark V3 Pro CS2
| HyperXHyperX Cloud Alpha SThis page | RazerRazer BlackShark V3 Pro CS2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 62 /100 | 62 /100 |
| Weight | 374 gBetter | 380 g |
| Driver | — | 50 mm |
| Surround | Yes | Yes |
Who it's for
Is the HyperX Cloud Alpha S right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable gaming headset for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need wireless, in which case a higher-tier gaming headset is the better call.
Critical listener
Cares about detail, tuning and codec support.
good
Everyday listener
Music, calls and commuting, wants a safe all-rounder.
good
Value seeker
Wants the most sound for the least outlay.
excellent
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the HyperX Cloud Alpha S worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 62/100 against other gaming headsets, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 55.
What stands out on the HyperX Cloud Alpha S?
Its surround sound stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the Delta S Core?
The Delta S Core scores 63/100 versus this one at 62/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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