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HyperX Cloud Alpha S Review – HyperX gaming headsets are usually my recommended headsets to those looking for a good gaming headset without having to pay too much.Those who don't need RGB lighting or other premium features, for example, and just want a ga...
HyperX Cloud Alpha S is a solid, wired gaming headset with good audio quality for gaming and entertainment purposes. It's made with a solid construction, yet keeping the headset lightweight and comfortable during hours of my gaming sessions.It supports bo...
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If you're happy with your current Cloud Alpha, there's not a huge amount of improvements here to make the new Cloud Alpha S worth the upgrade. On the other hand, the Cloud Alpha S is definitely the superior of the two.How could it not be? It's got all the...
Comfortable to wear, Dual-chambered audio sounds great, 7.1 support is a great addition...
Adequate microphone, More expensive than the first Alpha and not terribly different...
Although I do like it a fair amount, there are a few things I can't shake when it comes to the HyperX Cloud Alpha S.If you're expecting a gaming headset that impresses you just as much as the original Cloud Alpha - like I was - you're probably going to be...
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If you're happy with your current Cloud Alpha, there's not a huge amount of improvements here to make the new Cloud Alpha S worth the upgrade. On the other hand, the Cloud Alpha S is definitely the superior of the two.How could it not be? It's got all the...
Comfortable to wear, Dual-chambered audio sounds great, 7.1 support is a great addition...
Adequate microphone, More expensive than the first Alpha and not terribly different...
Even if the Cloud Alpha S no longer qualifies as the best cheap gaming headset, it's still a pretty good gaming headset...
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tomshardware.co.uk Updated:
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The HyperX Cloud Alpha S offers a lot for its price, including a lightweight fit and handy inline controls. But its bass adjustment sliders are forgettable.The HyperX Cloud Alpha S ($129.99) takes a quality gaming headset and makes it even more versatile...
Comfortable, interesting design, Game / chat balance button, Resistant to fingerprints, Virtual surround sound amplifies audio in gaming, movies...
No software, Bass sliders don't add much thump, Virtual surround sound isn't great for music...
The HyperX Cloud Alpha S offers a lot for its price, including a lightweight fit and handy inline controls. But its bass adjustment sliders are forgettable...
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Gamers can be picky when it comes to peripherals. When reaction time and accuracy can mean the difference between winning or losing, having a great keyboard, mouse and headset makes a difference - especially if there's money on the line. The recent growth...
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Here's our review of the HyperX Cloud Alpha S Gaming Headset.The HyperX Cloud Alpha S builds upon the groundbreaking Cloud Alpha and features HyperX virtual 7.1 surround sound. With the included audio control mixer, you can activate the surround sound a...
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HyperX has established itself as a go-to brand for gaming peripherals, both for casual and competitive professional gaming. Their gaming headsets in particular, offer great quality at extremely attractive prices.Having used one, I'd say they're probably...
Well-built and sturdy, Sounds slightly better than a Cloud II, Fully detachable cable from the headset is a plus, Bass adjustment sliders allow you to fine tune the sound (in a way), Very comfortable to wear, even for long hours of use...
7.1 surround sound feels a bit gimmicky, MIcrophone output is a bit too nasal, Price is too steep for those who won't use its additional features...
The HyperX Cloud Alpha S offers exceptional quality for its price. It's built well, it offers a sound signature that should be likeable to most users, and the in-line controls offer a vast array of essential adjustments. It's not perfect of course. The mi...
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The HyperX Cloud Alpha S ( $130 at the time of writing) is like taking one of the best gaming headsets, the HyperX Cloud Alpha and making it even more versatile. Today, HyperX extended that versatility even more with the all-black HyperX Cloud Alpha S Bl...
Comfortable, interesting design, Game / chat balance button, Resistant to fingerprints, Virtual surround sound amplifies audio in gaming, movies...
No software, Bass sliders don't add much thump, Virtual surround sound isn't great for music...
The HyperX Cloud Alpha S offers a lot for its price, including a lightweight fit and handy inline controls. But its bass adjustment sliders are forgettable...
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Finding a high-end gaming headset that strikes a balance between PC and console gaming compatibility can be tricky. Connectivity and compatibility are top priority, and a lot of premium headsets are made to be used with just one type of console or only PC...
7.1 ch surround sound, Durable construction, Comfortable...
Expensive, Limited surround sound use with consoles...
The HyperX Cloud Alpha S is an excellent headset for both PC gaming and with the Xbox One X. If you mainly use a PS4 or Nintendo Switch, you'll still get great audio, but you won't be able to take advantage of the 7.1 CH virtual surround sound...
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Tom's Guide reviewed the HyperX Cloud Alpha two years ago, and we came away impressed with the headset's sound quality and comfort, especially considering its sub-$100 price. Now, HyperX has released the Cloud Alpha S ($130), a slick upgrade that features...
Extremely comfortabl, Good stereo soun, Elegant design...
Awkward mixe, Metallic surround soun, Weak bass...
The Cloud Alpha S is a solid headset, easy to wear and functional for gaming. It's also a frustrating one, due to its tetchy mixer, subpar surround sound and lack of bass. If all you want is something comfortable for gaming and you have $130 to spend, thi...
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The HyperX Cloud Alpha S offers a lot for its price, including a lightweight fit and handy inline controls. But its bass adjustment sliders are forgettable.The HyperX Cloud Alpha S ($129.99) takes a quality gaming headset and makes it even more vers...
Comfortable, interesting design, Game / chat balance button, Resistant to fingerprints, Virtual surround sound amplifies audio in gaming, movies...
No software, Bass sliders don't add much thump, Virtual surround sound isn't great for music...
The HyperX Cloud Alpha S offers a lot for its price, including a lightweight fit and handy inline controls. But its bass adjustment sliders are forgettable...
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It's no secret that the electronics industry is now currently overrun with countless "promoters" whose sole purpose is to steer consumers away from the main aspects that really matter in products. The only reason i point this out in today's review (especi...
Build Quality, Comfort Levels (Large Earpads / Memory Foam Padding), Spare Fabric Earpads, Crisp Mids & Highs, Good Bass Levels (Sliders With 3 Levels), Accurate 7.1 Virtual Surround Sound, Detachable Boom Microphone (Discord Certified & Easier To Replace...
USB Mixer Cable (Inconvenient), Current USA Availability, Price (For Some)...
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The HyperX Cloud Alpha (reviewed here), released back in 2017, was a massive success. Thanks to its great sound and microphone quality, excellent wearing comfort, and a reasonable $100 price tag, it was a go-to choice for anyone after the best analogue g...
Excellent sound quality, both for games and music, Terrific build quality and comfort, Removable cables, Replaceable ear cushions, Useful game/chat volume mixer...
No software, thus no useful features, such as microphone sidetone, Microphone performance bogged down by the microphone input quality on the supplied USB sound card, Bass sliders feel gimmicky, Aggressive and unpleasant 7.1 virtual surround sound...
The HyperX Cloud Alpha S is available online for $129.99/€124.99. Excellent sound quality, both for games and music Terrific build quality and comfort Removable cables Replaceable ear cushions Useful game/chat volume mixer No software, thus no useful fea...
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The HyperX Cloud Alpha was, and still is, one of the great gaming headsets basically ever. For the price, basically no headset can match it in sound quality, comfort, and build quality, but it had a few shortcomings—It's got an average microphone, and bas...
Great sound, Works on a lot of platforms, Bass vents make output customizable...
Microphone, Less accurate than the regular Cloud Alpha, No inline controls for console gaming...
Getting the right configuration can take some work, but if you're gaming on PC this can offer a better experience than just about anything else for the price...
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In the past year and two months, I have reviewed two headsets by HyperX. The first was the Cloud Revolver, reviewed in November 2018. The Cloud revolver got 8/10 from me, with strong praise for its build quality, comfortability and general value for mone...
Extremely comfortable design, great for long sessions, Feels like a premium headset thanks to high build quality, Very useful detachable clipon audio controller with a long cable length, Fantastic default sound quality...
The bass slider feels like an unnecessary gimmick, Virtual 7.1 surround sound makes almost everything sound worse, making it a pointless feature at best, No software, only hardware, limiting your options...
The Cloud Alpha S is, as with all HyperX headsets, a very well made, great sounding and - in this case - a somewhat reasonable price. Priced £30/$30 higher than the Cloud Alpha, this price is as a result of extra features which include a bass slide and al...
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Source: Daniel Rubino/Windows CentralWhen it comes to gaming headphones, few companies command as much attention as HyperX. The company is consistently one of the top movers of all gaming headsets, and it's with good reason. Delivering exceptional audio...
7.1 virtual surround, remote/mixer, Stunning sound reproduction, Great microphone, Signature HyperX comfort, Highquality construction, new black color...
The cord is too long for the remote, Some optional customization software would be nice...
Source: Daniel Rubino/Windows CentralThe Cloud Alpha S is undoubtedly one of the most comfortable headphones I have used, and quality that HyperX delivers is, as usual, very good.There is some questionable value about paying an extra $30 for virtual 7.1 s...
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The $129.99 Cloud Alpha S gaming headset is HyperX's attempt to inject some more power and appeal into the unassuming Cloud Alpha by adding a 7.1-channel USB sound card and a set of switches on the earcups that can boost bass response, all for just $30 mo...
Powerful, balanced sound, Includes two sets of earpads, Solid build quality...
Lacks high-frequency finesse, Simulated surround effect isn't very compelling...
The HyperX Cloud Alpha S includes adjustable bass and simulated surround sound in a capable but unimpressive gaming headset...
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