Testseek.com have collected 146 expert reviews of the Kingston HyperX Cloud Alpha and the average rating is 88%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Kingston HyperX Cloud Alpha.
December 2017
(88%)
146 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(92%)
1399 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
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The editors liked
Great sound
Comfortable
High quality
Neutral sound quality
Solid build quality
Good material choice
Comfortable fit
Solid design
Good audio quality
Includes two cables and a carrying bag
Fully removable cabling and smarter inline control placement
Excellent audio quality
For the price
Excellent sound quality
Excellent isolation
Excellent durability
Remote
Very good boom mic performance
Exceptionally long battery life
Comfortable and well-built
Excellent build quality
Very comfortable design
Good overall microphone performance
Durable
Great isolation
In-line controls
Accurate audio quality
Sleek
Premium design
Soft and cushy ear cups
Impressive audio quality
Versatile cables
High-quality 4mm braided cord
Extremely comfortable headband/ear cup padding
Good sound separation from dual-chamber design
Modular detachable components
Unique ‘gold' color scheme
CTIA cross-platform support
Incredible comfort
Can be used on PC
Mobile
And consoles
Great build quality
Price
Quality construction
Incredibly comfortable
Easy to use on multiple systems
Fantastic sound quality
Both for games and music
Good microphone quality
Excellent build quality and comfort
Amazing value for money
Long
Braided
And completely removable cables
Replaceable ear cushions
The editors didn't like
Nothing worth to mention
High price
Somewhat heavy
Small dips and peaks in frequency curve
Lacks high-end finesse
More expensive than the original Cloud
With fewer accessories
Upper audio range can be a bit muddled
Not very portable
No extra features
No Bluetooth
Prone to inconsistencies in audio delivery
Many user issues experienced when using the companion app
Bass delivery varies significantly across users. Sensitive to glasses
Ear cups can feel snug
Microphone picks up some noise
Lacks clip to attach cord/controls to clothing
No spatial sound tuning or virtual surround software
Published: 2017-09-27, Author: Kevin , review by: techradar.com
Improved looks and comfort, Defined mid-tones, Booming bass
Muddled lows
The HyperX Cloud Alpha isn't the one-all-be-all headset its competitors are trying to sell. Instead, it's a well-conceived gaming headset that makes subtle, but significant improvements over its predecessor. For $99 (£99, AU$169), you won't find a better...
Abstract: During the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2022, HyperX, HP's gaming peripherals sub-brand, unveiled its new product selection. Three headsets, an Android game controller, a mouse, and a keyboard are part of the portfolio.The HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless G...
Priced at just above Rs.10,000 in India as of now ($100 in the US), these are mid-range gaming headsets that have all the super-premium look and feel and offers you the most comfortable gaming experience out there. Higher priced headphones have further cr...
At Rs 8,799 in India, the Kingston HyperX Cloud Alpha is certainly not cheap. It's not an impulse purchase. However, if you're a gamer and if you spend any length of time gaming competitively, this is a set that you will appreciate.Great tools don't make...
The HyperX Cloud Alpha is definitely one of the best headphones in its segment with excellent sound quality, build and look. Sure, it lacks USB or Bluetooth connectivity and RGB for its price range, but the positives seem to make up for it.It's worth reco...
Good comfort, Good build quality, Well-balanced audio
The Kingston HyperX Cloud Alpha professional gaming headset is a great all-round headset built for serious gaming. For a price of under Rs 9000, the HyperX Cloud Alpha is a good choice for someone looking to buy a professional analogue gaming headset...
Abstract: HyperX is indeed the favourite amongst the gamers. Indeed we have reviewed HyperX Cloud core, HyperX Cloud Drone, And even RAMs. Each headset if you recall over review we have said the best headphones for sure. Indeed they are still the best, but wh...
Abstract: Audio is a vital part of any serious gaming. And indeed gaming is becoming serious business across the world. But regular headphones dont always offer the level of clarity and control needed by gamers to trump over their opponents. The new HyperX Cloud A...
Sturdy frame, Detachable mic with gooseneck arm, Comfortable design
Slightly expensive, Earcups don't swivel
Good gaming headsets are the ones that deliver an immersive gaming experience without compromising on build quality and comfort. The Cloud Alpha manages to tick everything off the list becoming a great choice for hardcore gamers looking for a gaming heads...
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Published: 2017-09-29, Author: Matt , review by: in.ign.com
The HyperX Cloud Alpha offers a winning mix of affordability, comfort, and outstanding audio quality. The dual-chamber driver design produces superior sound, but I do wish Kingston didn't do away with the 7.1 surround sound found on the Cloud II. Also on...
