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HyperX Cloud Alpha reviews
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4.33out of 5
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Manufacturer codeHX-HSCA-RD/EM
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About the HyperX Cloud Alpha
HyperX HX-HSCA-RD/EM is listed in the headphones & headsets category. The recorded specifications include product type: Headset; wearing style: Head-band; connectivity technology: Wired. This entry covers manufacturer code HX-HSCA-RD/EM. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
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- Product type
- Headset
- Wearing style
- Head-band
- Connectivity technology
- Wired
- Bluetooth
- No
- Microphone type
- Boom
- Headphone frequency
- 13 - 27000 Hz
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T3
4.00 / 5Original rating: 4 / 5
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Read the full review ↗Checked 1 Nov 2026
TechRadar
5.00 / 5Original rating: 5 / 5
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Read the full review ↗Checked 2 Nov 2026
Tom's Guide
4.00 / 5Original rating: 4 / 5
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Read the full review ↗Checked 31 Oct 2026
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HyperX Cloud Alpha specifications
Manufacturer code: HX-HSCA-RD/EM · Icecat product 37986536 · Checked 5 Oct 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
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| Product type | Headset |
|---|---|
| Wearing style | Head-band |
| Connectivity technology | Wired |
| Bluetooth | No |
| Microphone type | Boom |
| Headphone frequency | 13 - 27000 Hz |
| Weight | 298 g |
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Audio & listening10 details
| Headset type | Binaural |
|---|---|
| Sound pressure level (max) | 98 dB |
| Ear coupling | Circumaural |
| Acoustic system | Closed |
| Impedance | 65 Ω |
| Microphone frequency | 50 - 18000 Hz |
| Microphone sensitivity | -43 dB |
| Detachable microphone | Yes |
| Microphone noise-canceling | Yes |
| Weight (with microphone and cable) | 336 g |
Connections & wireless4 details
| 3.5 mm connector | Yes |
|---|---|
| 2x 3.5 mm connectors | No |
| USB connectivity | No |
| 2.5 mm connector | No |
Design & dimensions4 details
| Product colour | Black, Red |
|---|---|
| Cable length | 1.3 m |
| Material | Aluminium |
| Extension cable length | 2 m |
Software & compatibility1 detail
| Certification | Discord, TeamSpeak |
|---|
Further product details5 details
| Recommended usage | Gaming |
|---|---|
| Magnet type | Neodymium |
| Driver unit | 5 cm |
| Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | 1% |
| Quantity | 1 |
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How many expert reviews are available for HyperX Cloud Alpha?
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What is the listed product type for HyperX Cloud Alpha?
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What is the listed wearing style for HyperX Cloud Alpha?
The source specification records wearing style as Head-band. This is a specification, not an independent performance measurement. Check the exact model and the original critic reviews for real-world results.
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What does ANC remove?
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Will Bluetooth version tell me every feature?
No. Features depend on profiles and implementation in both devices. Check manufacturer support information for the exact pairing.
Are open-backed headphones suitable for commuting?
Usually no. They let outside sound in and leak your audio, which may suit quiet home listening but not shared or noisy spaces.
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