HyperX - Cloud Alpha (Wired)
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Last updated: Dec 9, 2025 Scoring
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"They are normally 99 but can catch them on sale for about 75 most of the time and they last roughly 2 years. I always have a brand new pair sitting in my closet cause I just order an extra when I catch them on sale. ... Honestly for good headphones that are comfortable and last 2 years I feel like 75 isn't really that bad."
"they last roughly 2 years. ... Honestly for good headphones that are comfortable and last 2 years I feel like 75 isn't really that bad."
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"I’ve been using the same headphones for about 6 years"
"my HyperX Cloud that I've had for 10 years"
"well built"
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"and is extremely comfortable on my opinion. ... The Alpha's exceptional comfort alone makes it preferable over budget IEMs or budget headphones like the JT1 and M30X. ... probably the Alpha as it is really comfortable."
"comfortable for long sessions"
"mainly because of comfort"
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"very good mic"
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"well balanced tuning with slight bass boost"
"Cloud Alpha is the only decent one here ... decent overall, very good when compared to other gaming headphones. The Alpha especially."
"the sound was great never stopped working"
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"my buddy complained about the mic quality"
"my buddy complained about the mic quality ... yeah those are two of the problems forsure"
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"The plastic on the side shattered just by normal usage, now the right ear cup won't go back into the housing."
"Mine only lasted a year almost to the dot on all 3."
"the padding on my Hyperx cloud mix are dying"
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"3d audio straight up doesn't work"
"I personally don’t like the bass drowning out the other frequencies, which it does from my years of using it."
"only Cloud Alpha is decent, at most. ... A 20 dollar IEM will beat all of these, and I'm being completely serious here."
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"tightness on my ears"
"I disliked the tightness on my ears ... yeah those are two of the problems forsure"
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"the padding on my Hyperx cloud mix are dying"
Go with the Alpha S, not the old Alpha version
r/HyperX • Which ones are really worth it? ->Go with the Alpha S, not the old Alpha version
r/HyperX • Which ones are really worth it? ->SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P for Playstation (has a blue headband). I bought and tested 5 different pairs when the Sony Pulse Elites came out (complete garbage by the way), and loved this one the most. I had previously had the HyperX Cloud Alpha wired headset for like 6 years before that which were also fantastic.
r/playstation • Which headsets do y'all use? ->People post negative things about them if they have a problem, but if there’s a ton of negative reviews it’ll be confusing. I have the wired versions and they sound very good (I bought them today so they might go bad within weeks I’m not sure yet I’m a first-time customer to HyperX). Not sure about the wireless though. I’d say just look at reviews, the positives and negatives of it, and decide if they’re really worth the keep. Me personally I’ve seen a lot of good reviews about this headset. Look on Rtings.com for an in-depth review of the headset. I hear they’re a good website at reviewing electronics.
r/HyperX • I just got the HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless... ->Now since you have the headset currently and they sound fine to you for whatever you use them for then you’re good.
r/HyperX • I just got the HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless... ->I’ve had my HyperX Alpha headset for about 7ish months and boy do they feel nice and sound great! However they’re wired and I assume you aren’t really looking for wired. Why do you want to go wireless though?
r/HyperX • is hyperx cloud 3 wireless good? ->Ive had my hyperx cloud alpha pro for about 4 years now. They’ve held up well and still sound alright. Were about 100$ idk what they are now
r/XboxSeriesXlS • What's a good headset that won't break the bank ->You can get a like new wireless HyperX Cloud Alphas for 100... wired ones for >60... buy a USB adapter.
r/HeadphoneAdvice • Budget Non-gamer Headset for gaming ->I have cloud alpha since 1 month, I like its bass and punch, with a APO equalizer and harman neutral profile sounds good (the trebles are decent but no perfect 'cause there is a 4khz drop and i listen less of detail for music with female voices or some instruments go background but that is not a great problem). At the start, feels unconfotable my head but after 1 week using headset, it got used and feels very confortable, sometimes i forget im using it. :) Ive read the 7.1 surround is bad for this type of gaming headset and it is only marketing (brand doesnt matter) so i ignored it when i buyed. For more details, watch these reviews (kinstong version review): [https://www.rtings.com/headphones/reviews/hyperx/cloud-alpha](https://www.rtings.com/headphones/reviews/hyperx/cloud-alpha) [https://www.rtings.com/headphones/reviews/hyperx/cloud-2-cloud-ii-wireless](https://www.rtings.com/headphones/reviews/hyperx/cloud-2-cloud-ii-wireless) Hp version review: [https://www.soundguys.com/hyperx-cloud-alpha-gaming-headset-review-23223/](https://www.soundguys.com/hyperx-cloud-alpha-gaming-headset-review-23223/)
r/HyperX • Which ones are really worth it? ->I have only the Cloud Alpha non-S Wired. With a neutral profile from [peqdb.com](http://peqdb.com) configured in PowerAmp equalizer, I enjoy them for music. I don't currently use them for gaming. Out of the box, they have some overemphasized bass. They can be enjoyable for rap music, although in my case, those basses gave me headaches. The neutral profile with the equalizer works better for me, with a present but not exaggerated bass. I think you should give the Cloud 3 S a try and see how they do. The non-S Cloud Alphas are great, but they're either discontinued or missing features. The other option, if you don't need a microphone, is to go for some IEMs or audiophile headphones. Or if you need microfone, look for choices as SHP9600/shp9500, etc
r/HyperX • Cloud 3s or Cloud Alphas?? ->I agree with this. I use hyperx cloud alphas. They are normally 99 but can catch them on sale for about 75 most of the time and they last roughly 2 years. I always have a brand new pair sitting in my closet cause I just order an extra when I catch them on sale.
r/PUBGConsole • What headphones are ya’ll using to hear those footsteps? ->Eh it's not that crazy. The only issue is the wire connection starts to act up. They still work. But you can't buy just the wire either so you replace the whole thing. Honestly for good headphones that are comfortable and last 2 years I feel like 75 isn't really that bad.
r/PUBGConsole • What headphones are ya’ll using to hear those footsteps? ->Oh for sure. Find what's comfortable for you and go with it. It's just the cable that wears out on it though. I'm sure there are better ones out there but for me they do the job.
r/PUBGConsole • What headphones are ya’ll using to hear those footsteps? ->I vouch for hyperx cloud alpha as well. I have a wired version that are great and hold up well. Normally run 99.99 where I am located but go on sale often for about $75.
r/XboxSeriesXlS • What's a good headset that won't break the bank ->Budget? - 300$ Country? - UAE Platform? - PC Motherboard if on pc (or other audio gear)? - ASUS B550 Requested Guide: - Wireless gaming Open back or closed back? - I only used closed back all my life so idk, but afaik wireless are only closed back anyways? Any other gear you own (if important, like headphones or headsets)? - I used a wired cloud alpha 2 before, it was great for me for playing counter strike, Im just looking for something wireless while still being able to differentiate footsteps locations
r/Gaming_Headsets • Monthly Recommendation Thread + LifelongCaboose's Gaming Audio Guide Links + Megathreads ->I got it. First impression: what bothers me already is that I can no longer control the volume via Windows or from my keyboard, only via the headset hardware and this new "stream deck". Also it's going nuts with installing audio devices (installing 13 audio devices on windows). The warm ear pads aren't for me either. The ones from Cloud 1 are noticeably colder than the new ones, but that might be changeable with custom pads. Sticking with my Cloud Alpha 1 for now, since I can adjust volume from windows and I only have to deal with 2 audio devices in the windows settings.
r/HyperX • Anyone got the new HyperX Cloud Alpha 2 ? ->I’ve tried multiple gaming headsets and you want the PC38X if you’re wanting nicer sound and a decent mic. They sound very good but are open back so you need quiet surroundings. I have the Audeze Maxwells for almost double the current price of the PC38X and still thought the 38x’s were very impressive and I want a pair myself. Other gaming headsets might have deeper bass and better positional tracking for footsteps but they will lack the clarity and be double the price. Cloud headsets are great for most gamers but if you’re even considering crossing the line into premium sound they won’t make you happy. I used the original cloud Alphas for years until the earpads disintegrated and I had to replace the cables. I can’t use them now because they sound tinny and hollow after using nicer sounding headphones.
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