These have been my go-to headphones for gaming and even for more general uses for over 2 years now. There were no compromises made with the making of these headphones, from the sound quality to the construction of the headphones themselves.
These manage to be some of the most comfortable headphones I've ever worn, no modifications necessary. The cord that connects from the headphones to the dongle is a bit shorter than I'd like, but the length of the USB dongle is plenty long enough to make up for it. It's notable that these headphones also have a detachable (albeit custom) cable. If a cable goes bad you can simply get a replacement and these would effectively last forever.
The sound by default is very flat for those who are looking for flat headphones. If you're not though, the bass sliders on the ears can be cranked up to boost the bass to the perfect desired amount. I use them maxed out all the time and it gives the perfect amount, even sounds good just for music. The surround sound button on the dongle distorts the sound a little, but that's to be expected. It provides a more immersive experience in gaming, and you can just as easily disable it as you can enable it when you're done. The dongle also allowed for the user to balance and and gamechat audio, so you can hear people in gamechat more clearly if you need. The gamechat audio is also at a lower frequency, sort of like radio quality, to allow for voices to be clearer. This is optional too, so if you want people to sound crisp and standard, you can set the gamechat to play through the standard game audio. No fancy drivers or programs necessary for any of this either, there's an optional HyperX app you can install on Windows, but it just makes it easier to identify the sound levels between the game and gamechat volume slider.
If these headphones have any weakness, it would probably be the microphone. It's rather quiet and not the best quality, even with the large pop filter on it. Mic quality is better when the headphones are connected to the computer directly through analog, but the USB connection makes the mic quality a little more muffled. If you don't need the microphone though, you can detach it, which I have done and gets it completely out of the way.
These headphones are in summation some of the best I've ever used as a complete package. They're durable, comfortable, sound great, and work great for gaming and even some light amounts of music listening and any other media consumption. For around $80 they do everything you could ask for.
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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.
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.
HyperX Dual Chamber Drivers
Separation of bass frequencies allows them to be tuned separately to provide more distinction between sounds and minimizes distortion.
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.
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.
Durable aluminum frame
The tough aluminum frame construction is designed to endure the rigors of daily gaming.
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.
Detachable mic and cable
Discord and TeamSpeak certified for clear communication. Has a detachable, wear-resistant cable.
Comparison Table
 Cloud Alpha S - Blackout |  Cloud Alpha S - Blue |  Cloud Alpha - TTT |  Cloud Alpha - Red |  Cloud Alpha Wireless | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Customer Reviews | 14,333 | 14,333 | 257 | 16,446 | 5,767 |
| Price | — | — | — | $79.99 | $125.63 |
| 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 |
Product information
| Noise Control | Active Noise Cancellation |
|---|---|
| Frequency Response | 20 KHz |
| Sensitivity | 98 dB |
| Headphones Jack | 3.5 mm Jack |
| Model Name | Cloud Alpha S |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Wireless Communication Technology | Wired |
| Included Components | 3.5mm jack to 3.5mm jack, Headphone, Removable Mic, USB Audio Control Box |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Material | Aluminum, Faux Leather |
| Specific Uses For Product | Gaming, Personal |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Gaming |
| Compatible Devices | PC\nPS5\nPS4 |
| Control Type | Volume Control |
| Cable Feature | Detachable |
| Item Weight | 374 Grams |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Customer Package Type | FFP |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Style | Wired |
| Control Method | Remote |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Controller Type | Various (PC, PS5, PS4) |
| Audio Driver Type | Dynamic Driver |
| Carrying Case Material | Faux Leather |
| Earpiece Shape | Over Ear |
| Hardware Interface | 3.5mm Audio |
| UPC | 196188048092 740617295672 |
| Supports Bluetooth Technology | No |
| Special Feature | Dual Chamber Drivers, Noise Cancellation |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00196188048092, 00740617295672 |
| Manufacturer | HP Inc. |
| Product Dimensions | 7.84 x 5.31 x 3.63 inches |
| Item Weight | 13.2 ounces |
| ASIN | B081D8TPZZ |
| Item model number | HX-HSCAS-BK/WW |
| Batteries | 1 A batteries required. |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank |
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| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Date First Available | March 23, 2020 |
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Without Question, the Best Gaming Headset at this Price Range
These have been my go-to headphones for gaming and even for more general uses for over 2 years now. There were no compromises made with the making of these headphones, from the sound quality to the construction of the headphones themselves. These manage to be some of the most comfortable headphones I've ever worn, no modifications necessary. The cord that connects from the headphones to the dongle is a bit shorter than I'd like, but the length of the USB dongle is plenty long enough to make up for it. It's notable that these headphones also have a detachable (albeit custom) cable. If a cable goes bad you can simply get a replacement and these would effectively last forever. The sound by default is very flat for those who are looking for flat headphones. If you're not though, the bass sliders on the ears can be cranked up to boost the bass to the perfect desired amount. I use them maxed out all the time and it gives the perfect amount, even sounds good just for music. The surround sound button on the dongle distorts the sound a little, but that's to be expected. It provides a more immersive experience in gaming, and you can just as easily disable it as you can enable it when you're done. The dongle also allowed for the user to balance and and gamechat audio, so you can hear people in gamechat more clearly if you need. The gamechat audio is also at a lower frequency, sort of like radio quality, to allow for voices to be clearer. This is optional too, so if you want people to sound crisp and standard, you can set the gamechat to play through the standard game audio. No fancy drivers or programs necessary for any of this either, there's an optional HyperX app you can install on Windows, but it just makes it easier to identify the sound levels between the game and gamechat volume slider. If these headphones have any weakness, it would probably be the microphone. It's rather quiet and not the best quality, even with the large pop filter on it. Mic quality is better when the headphones are connected to the computer directly through analog, but the USB connection makes the mic quality a little more muffled. If you don't need the microphone though, you can detach it, which I have done and gets it completely out of the way. These headphones are in summation some of the best I've ever used as a complete package. They're durable, comfortable, sound great, and work great for gaming and even some light amounts of music listening and any other media consumption. For around $80 they do everything you could ask for.
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- Reviewed in the United States on October 27, 2023Color: BlueSize: WiredPattern: HeadsetVerified Purchase These have been my go-to headphones for gaming and even for more general uses for over 2 years now. There were no compromises made with the making of these headphones, from the sound quality to the construction of the headphones themselves.
Without Question, the Best Gaming Headset at this Price Range
Reviewed in the United States on October 27, 2023
These manage to be some of the most comfortable headphones I've ever worn, no modifications necessary. The cord that connects from the headphones to the dongle is a bit shorter than I'd like, but the length of the USB dongle is plenty long enough to make up for it. It's notable that these headphones also have a detachable (albeit custom) cable. If a cable goes bad you can simply get a replacement and these would effectively last forever.
The sound by default is very flat for those who are looking for flat headphones. If you're not though, the bass sliders on the ears can be cranked up to boost the bass to the perfect desired amount. I use them maxed out all the time and it gives the perfect amount, even sounds good just for music. The surround sound button on the dongle distorts the sound a little, but that's to be expected. It provides a more immersive experience in gaming, and you can just as easily disable it as you can enable it when you're done. The dongle also allowed for the user to balance and and gamechat audio, so you can hear people in gamechat more clearly if you need. The gamechat audio is also at a lower frequency, sort of like radio quality, to allow for voices to be clearer. This is optional too, so if you want people to sound crisp and standard, you can set the gamechat to play through the standard game audio. No fancy drivers or programs necessary for any of this either, there's an optional HyperX app you can install on Windows, but it just makes it easier to identify the sound levels between the game and gamechat volume slider.
If these headphones have any weakness, it would probably be the microphone. It's rather quiet and not the best quality, even with the large pop filter on it. Mic quality is better when the headphones are connected to the computer directly through analog, but the USB connection makes the mic quality a little more muffled. If you don't need the microphone though, you can detach it, which I have done and gets it completely out of the way.
These headphones are in summation some of the best I've ever used as a complete package. They're durable, comfortable, sound great, and work great for gaming and even some light amounts of music listening and any other media consumption. For around $80 they do everything you could ask for.
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- Reviewed in the United States on June 7, 2022Color: BlueSize: WiredPattern: HeadsetVerified Purchase
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- リロReviewed in Japan on November 19, 2025
fpsやるなら必須
Color: BlueSize: WiredPattern: HeadsetVerified Purchase - VijayReviewed in India on October 21, 2020
Read This If you have 2nd thoughts reading the * LOW VOLUME * issue comments and for overall quality
Color: BlackSize: WiredPattern: HeadsetVerified Purchase First of all, I'd say you should be smart enough to use tech. No offence, but it is how it is, one should really know how to use it.VijayRead This If you have 2nd thoughts reading the * LOW VOLUME * issue comments and for overall quality
Reviewed in India on October 21, 2020
Now, the point is, this headphones has a 65ohm impedance so it needs more amps to power it, so when you use it for your PS4 controller in bluetooth mode (Not usb mode), the ps4 controller focuses on max battery life so, it's not gonna give out more amps to power it, that's what causes the low volume issue . and please note this is when you just connect the headphones to the controller, not to the usb port on the ps4 console.
IF you connect it through the given usb card with the usb port available on the ps4, there's no low sound issue. as simple as that. It works really good with my MAC too.
Now talking about the sound quality and overall headphone quality.
Pros :
1.) Really soft premium cushions, large speaker width fits my ears in it really well.
2.) The sound quality, the dual chambers sound quality is really worth it, all the mids and highs and lows are well distinguished.
3.) There are even bass adjusting air nobs in each side of the speakers.
4.) if you game on pc you can control the discord chat and game sounds, like you can either sometimes increase the discord chat volume or if you want to focus on the game sound increase the game volume using the controls on the usb card. its usefull for multiplayer fps games.
Cons :
I don't think i found any cons with this headphones, I'm not overselling too here, but you have to understand there's no perfect headphones, even the high end sony or bose earphones have some issues on the long run. But I'm just satisfied with everything so far, its feels premium to hold because of the aluminium frame.
Its an overall best headset for gaming and surprisingly for music and movies at this price range.
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- Jason Dyman LowReviewed in Singapore on July 13, 2020
Perfect audio quality and comfort, good mic quality, minor issues with Skype/Discord.
Color: BlueSize: WiredPattern: HeadsetVerified Purchase - RbkReviewed in Poland on July 16, 2022
Dobrze wykonane i dobrej jakości słuchawki idealne do gamingu.
Color: BlackSize: WiredPattern: HeadsetVerified Purchase - besmirReviewed in Italy on November 20, 2024
Ottime per il gaming
Color: BlackSize: WiredPattern: HeadsetVerified Purchase Le HyperX Cloud Alpha S sono un paio di cuffie eccellenti, ideali per gaming, musica, film e utilizzo competitivo. Dopo un anno di utilizzo, posso affermare che offrono un'esperienza audio e un comfort di alto livello, ma con qualche riserva sul sistema audio 7.1 virtuale.besmirOttime per il gaming
Reviewed in Italy on November 20, 2024
Pro:
• Audio regolabile e personalizzabile: Grazie ai controlli sui padiglioni, è possibile regolare i bassi, adattandoli al tipo di contenuto. Questo rende le cuffie versatili per diversi usi.
• Surround 7.1: Sebbene non perfetto, il surround 7.1 attivabile dal telecomando sul cavo offre un'immersione maggiore in giochi o film che sfruttano suoni ambientali.
• Controlli sul cavo: Il telecomando in-line è intuitivo e permette of:
• Regolare il volume generale.
• Mute del microfono.
• Bilanciare audio gioco-chat, funzione preziosa per chi gioca in team.
• Comfort eccellente: I cuscinetti in memory foam e l'archetto imbottito assicurano ore di utilizzo
senza fastidi.
• Rapporto qualità/prezzo: In sconto, rappresentano un acquisto di grande valore.
Contro:
• Sistema audio 7.1 virtuale:
Anche se amplifica l'immersione in alcuni contesti, come i film o giochi single player, il 7.1 non brilla nei giochi competitivi. La resa virtuale del suono tende ad alterare il bilanciamento naturale, enfatizzando medi è alti, ma compromettendo la precisione direzionale del posizionamento sonoro. Questo può risultare controproducente in FPS o titoli dove la chiarezza del suono è fondamentale. Molti utenti, inclusi esperti, suggeriscono di preferire il classico audio stereo per una migliore affidabilità e naturalezza.
Conclusione:
Le HyperX Cloud Alpha S sono un prodotto eccellente per chi cerca versatilità, qualità audio e comfort, particolarmente apprezzabili in sconto. Sebbene il sistema audio 7.1 non sia ideale per il gaming competitivo, le altre funzionalità compensano abbondantemente, rendendole una scelta valida per diversi usi. Consigliatel
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