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General

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Series

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Cloud Alpha1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alphaRead 15 October 2026Cloud Alpha family. Name is HyperX Cloud Alpha - Gaming Headset.

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

A502, 90YH04E0-BHAA00, 90YH04E0-BHUA003Maker product pageeshop.asus.com/us/90yh04e0-bhaa00-rog-pelta-core.htmlRead 20 October 2026US store: Product Name A502 ROG PELTA CORE/BLK and Part Number 90YH04E0-BHAA00.6Retailer pageldlc.com/en/product/PB00750548.htmlRead 20 October 2026Model 90YH04E0-BHUA00.7Retailer pagekomputronik.pl/product/1033627/sluchawki-asus-rog-pelta-core-czarne.htmlRead 20 October 2026Kod producenta 90YH04E0-BHUA00.

HX-HSCA-RD/AM, HX-HSCA-RD/AS, HX-HSCA-RD/EE, HX-HSCA-RD/EM, 4P5L1AA1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alphaRead 15 October 2026US store SKU 4P5L1AA#ABL, stored as 4P5L1AA. The part numbers HX-HSCA-RD/AM, /AS, /EE and /EM come from the manual.2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_CloudAlpha_usermanual.pdfRead 15 October 2026Part Numbers: HX-HSCA-RD/AM, HX-HSCA-RD/AS, HX-HSCA-RD/EE, HX-HSCA-RD/EM. Document 480HX-HSCA001.A01.

GTIN / EAN

47116365072577Retailer pagekomputronik.pl/product/1033627/sluchawki-asus-rog-pelta-core-czarne.htmlRead 20 October 2026Kod EAN 4711636507257 for 90YH04E0-BHUA00. The price comparison site comparateur-gamer.fr shows the same EAN for the same code.

1961880480301Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alphaRead 15 October 2026Structured product data on the US store gives gtin12 196188048030 for Black-Red.

AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

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22 August 20173Press articletheoverclocker.comRead 15 October 2026Revealed at Gamescom 2017. Other coverage dates the announcement 2017-08-22.4Reviewsoundguys.com/hyperx-cloud-alpha-gaming-headset-review-23223Read 15 October 2026Spec table lists product release date August 22, 2017, which is the announcement date.

Status

Available3Maker product pageeshop.asus.com/us/90yh04e0-bhaa00-rog-pelta-core.htmlRead 20 October 2026The ROG US page has Buy Now. The US store showed Out of stock on the check date. LDLC, Newegg Business and Japanese retailers sell it.

Available1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alphaRead 15 October 2026In stock on the US store. The page shows $59.99 against a crossed-out $99.99.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

$119.993Maker product pageeshop.asus.com/us/90yh04e0-bhaa00-rog-pelta-core.htmlRead 20 October 2026ASUS US store price $119.99 with no promotion shown. The product launched about two months before this check, so the maker price is stored as the launch price. No dated US launch release was found. US prices exclude sales tax.

$99.993Press articletheoverclocker.comRead 15 October 2026MSRP $99.99 USD as stated in the launch announcement. US price, tax not included.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

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ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/usb-headsets/rog-pelta-core/specRead 20 October 2026Color: Black.

Black-Red1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alphaRead 15 October 2026The US store lists Black-Red only.

Segment

Gaming2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/usb-headsets/rog-pelta-coreRead 20 October 2026ROG gaming headset, listed under Gaming Headsets and Audio, USB Headsets.

Gaming1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alphaRead 15 October 2026Sold in the maker Gaming Headsets category.

Design

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Form factor

Over-ear6Retailer pageldlc.com/en/product/PB00750548.htmlRead 20 October 2026Ear coupling: Circumaural.

Over-ear1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alphaRead 15 October 2026Form Factor: Over ear, circumaural, closed back.2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_CloudAlpha_usermanual.pdfRead 15 October 2026Technical Specifications: Type circumaural, closed back.

Ear cup enclosureiClosed, open or semi-open acoustic enclosure. This does not describe how the headset folds.

Closed4Reviewprofesionalreview.com/2026/08/10/asus-rog-pelta-core-reviewRead 20 October 2026Not stated. The review says the back vents are on the top of the cups. Closed back is stored from the LDLC spec table.6Retailer pageldlc.com/en/product/PB00750548.htmlRead 20 October 2026Spec table: Headphones configuration: Closed back. The maker publishes no enclosure type.

Closed1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alphaRead 15 October 2026Form Factor: Over ear, circumaural, closed back.2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_CloudAlpha_usermanual.pdfRead 15 October 2026

Wearing style

Headband2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/usb-headsets/rog-pelta-coreRead 20 October 2026Headband with a three-level adjustable elastic strap.

Headband2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_CloudAlpha_usermanual.pdfRead 15 October 2026Overview lists a headband adjustment slider.

FoldingiFlat means the ear cups rotate flat. Inward means the ear cups fold toward the headband.

Flat4Reviewprofesionalreview.com/2026/08/10/asus-rog-pelta-core-reviewRead 20 October 2026The cups pivot just over 90 degrees vertically so the headset can lie flat. The maker's Foldablility row says No, which is read as no folding frame.

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Swivelling ear cupsiEar cups can rotate relative to the headband. Tilting alone does not count.

Yes4Reviewprofesionalreview.com/2026/08/10/asus-rog-pelta-core-reviewRead 20 October 2026Vertical pivot of just over 90 degrees and horizontal adjustment of about 15 degrees.

No5Reviewheadphonereview.com/over-ear/hyperx-cloud-alpha-reviewRead 15 October 2026Review dated 2017-09-25 says the ear cups do not swivel.

RGB lighting

Yes1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/usb-headsets/rog-pelta-core/specRead 20 October 2026Lighting: RGB. Aura: Yes.2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/usb-headsets/rog-pelta-coreRead 20 October 2026ASUS Aura RGB on the ROG logo and front ring. Up to 16.8 million colours and four preset effects.

No6Reviewtomshardware.com/reviews/kingston-hyperx-cloud-alpha-headset,5516.htmlRead 15 October 2026Review by Igor Wallossek, published 2018-05-14, praises the lack of distracting LEDs.

Lighting zonesiNumber of independently controllable lighting areas across both ear cups.

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Drivers and sound

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Driver type

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Dynamic1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alphaRead 15 October 2026Driver: Custom dynamic, 50mm with neodymium magnets.2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_CloudAlpha_usermanual.pdfRead 15 October 2026

Driver sizeiDiameter of the largest sound driver. Do not use the microphone capsule diameter.

50mm1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/usb-headsets/rog-pelta-core/specRead 20 October 2026Driver Size: 50mm.

50mm1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alphaRead 15 October 20262Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_CloudAlpha_usermanual.pdfRead 15 October 2026Driver: Custom dynamic, 50mm with neodymium magnets.

Drivers per sideiNumber of sound-producing transducers in one side, excluding microphones.

14Reviewprofesionalreview.com/2026/08/10/asus-rog-pelta-core-reviewRead 20 October 2026Output consists of two 50 mm drivers, one per ear cup.

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Diaphragm material

Titanium-plated diaphragm1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/usb-headsets/rog-pelta-core/specRead 20 October 2026Driver Material: Titanium-Plated Diaphragm Drivers.

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Magnet

Neodymium4Reviewprofesionalreview.com/2026/08/10/asus-rog-pelta-core-reviewRead 20 October 2026Titanium-plated diaphragms plus neodymium magnets.

Neodymium1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alphaRead 15 October 20262Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_CloudAlpha_usermanual.pdfRead 15 October 2026

Frequency response (wired or passive)iPublished acoustic range for wired listening, or the maker’s single range when no mode is distinguished. Power state and test standard belong in the source note.

Min20 HzMax20 kHz1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/usb-headsets/rog-pelta-core/specRead 20 October 2026Frequency Response: 20Hz - 20KHz.

Min13 HzMax27 kHz1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alphaRead 15 October 2026Frequency Response: 13Hz-27kHz. The manual gives the same range.2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_CloudAlpha_usermanual.pdfRead 15 October 2026

Wireless audio transmission bandiFrequency range of audio transmitted over the wireless connection, not the acoustic response of the driver. Codec, sampling rate and bitrate conditions belong in the source note. When the maker gives a range per codec, the widest range is stored and its codec goes in the source note.

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Impedance (passive when specified)iUse the headset-off value for a passive analog connection when the maker publishes both powered and passive values. Note the power state and test frequency.

32Ω1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/usb-headsets/rog-pelta-core/specRead 20 October 2026Headphones Impedance: 32 ohm. No power state is given.

65Ω2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_CloudAlpha_usermanual.pdfRead 15 October 2026Impedance: 65 ohm.

Sensitivity (passive when specified)iUse the headset-off figure when both powered and passive values exist. The power or voltage reference, test distance and frequency belong in the source note.

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98dB1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alphaRead 15 October 2026Sensitivity: 98dBSPL/mW at 1kHz.2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_CloudAlpha_usermanual.pdfRead 15 October 2026Sound pressure level: 98dBSPL/mW at 1kHz.

Sensitivity referenceiPublished power or voltage reference for sensitivity. Do not assume 1 mW when the source gives only a dB value.

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Per 1 mW1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alphaRead 15 October 2026Sensitivity: 98dBSPL/mW at 1kHz.

THD (claimed)iPublished distortion figure or numerical upper bound. The source note states any less-than sign and test level.

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1%1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alphaRead 15 October 2026T.H.D: < 1%. Stored as the upper bound. Test level is not stated.2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_CloudAlpha_usermanual.pdfRead 15 October 2026THD: < 1%. Stored as the upper bound.

Max input power

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Max digital audio sample rateiHighest supported digital audio sample rate over a USB cable or wireless dongle. This is not the microphone rate or acoustic frequency response.

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Max digital audio bit depthiHighest published digital playback bit depth over a USB cable or wireless dongle.

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DAC

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Personalised soundiA manufacturer-supported hearing test or ear scan creates a device sound profile tailored to the listener. Generic equalizer adjustments do not count.

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Onboard EQiCustom playback EQ profiles stored in the headset and applied without the host app running. Note supported active connections. Receiver-only or software-only EQ does not count.

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Custom EQ bandsiNumber of bands in the custom playback equalizer. Microphone EQ bands are excluded.

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EQ presets

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Volume limit

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Spatial audio

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Spatial audio supportiNamed headset or host spatial-audio systems that the maker or reviewer explicitly supports. A platform feature may require compatible hardware, software or a separate licence.

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Spatial audio licence includediA paid spatial-audio licence is bundled or embedded. Compatibility with a separately purchased app does not count.

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Head tracking

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Noise cancelling

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Active noise cancelling

No1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/usb-headsets/rog-pelta-core/specRead 20 October 2026Active Noise Cancellation: No. AI Noise Cancelling Microphone: No.

No2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_CloudAlpha_usermanual.pdfRead 15 October 2026No battery, charging port or active electronics in the manual. The headset is passive.

ANC typeiFeedforward uses outside microphones. Feedback uses inside microphones. Hybrid uses both. Voice-call noise filtering is separate.

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ANC microphonesiTotal microphones used for active playback noise cancellation across both sides. Do not substitute the total physical or voice microphone count.

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Adaptive ANCiNoise cancellation automatically changes with the environment or fit. Manually choosing a level does not count.

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ANC levelsiNumber of adjustable cancellation strength steps. Off and transparency modes are excluded.

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ANC attenuation (claimed)

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Transparency mode

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Adjustable transparency

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Conversation detectioniAudio pauses or lowers automatically when the wearer speaks. Voice assistant activation does not count.

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Wind noise reduction

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Measured

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Frequency response notesiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Neutral and not bass-heavy. Small dent near 4.25 kHz and a peak near 6 kHz.6Reviewtomshardware.com/reviews/kingston-hyperx-cloud-alpha-headset,5516.htmlRead 15 October 2026Tom's Hardware headphone measurement in its purpose-built measuring room. Curve is good apart from a small dent near 4.25 kHz and a peak near 6 kHz. Method is on its How We Test Gaming Headsets page 6.

Bass amountiReviewer’s bass deviation from its stated target. Positive is more bass. Target and test method belong in the source note.

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Treble amountiReviewer’s treble deviation from its stated target. Positive is more treble. Target and test method belong in the source note.

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Deviation from targetiReviewer’s full-range error from its target curve. Do not substitute a regional bass or treble error.

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Consistency between fittingsiReviewer’s standard deviation across repeated fittings. Test rig and fitting procedure belong in the source note.

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Harmonic distortioniIndependently measured harmonic distortion, with test level and method in the source note.

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Sound leakageiIndependently measured leakage at 30 cm. Playback level and method belong in the source note.

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Measured noise isolationiIndependently measured attenuation. Positive values mean more noise reduction. ANC state, rig and frequency bands belong in the source note.

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Noise isolation (measured, best)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Passive isolation (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic quality notesiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Level drops sharply below about 100 Hz. More than 20 dB between 1 kHz and about 8 kHz. Highs sometimes sound metallic.6Reviewtomshardware.com/reviews/kingston-hyperx-cloud-alpha-headset,5516.htmlRead 15 October 2026Compared with a calibrated reference mic in the same room. Levels drop off sharply below about 100 Hz and differ by over 20 dB from 1 kHz to about 8 kHz. Highs sometimes sound metallic.

Mic low-frequency extensioniMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic high-frequency extensioniMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic speech-to-noise ratioiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Measured latencyiEnd-to-end latency measured by a reviewer for a specific connection, platform and codec. Firmware, method and operating mode belong in the source note.

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Bluetooth latency (measured, worst)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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2.4 GHz latency (measured, worst)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Measured battery lifeiReviewer’s continuous playback test. State the connection, ANC and lighting where known. Unknown settings stay omitted and are described in the source note.

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Battery life (measured, max)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Clamping forceiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Weight (measured)iIndependently weighed headset. A review that repeats the maker’s number does not qualify. Cable and microphone inclusion belong in the source note.

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Microphone

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MicrophoneiMain microphone used for speech. Secondary internal microphones may be described in the source note.

Detachable boom2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/usb-headsets/rog-pelta-coreRead 20 October 202610 mm super-wideband detachable boom microphone.

Detachable boom1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alphaRead 15 October 2026Detachable noise-cancelling microphone.2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_CloudAlpha_usermanual.pdfRead 15 October 2026Detachable noise-cancellation mic that plugs into the female microphone jack on the ear cup.

Microphone element

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Electret condenser1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alphaRead 15 October 20262Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_CloudAlpha_usermanual.pdfRead 15 October 2026

Microphone pickup patterniUse the maker’s exact named pattern. Unidirectional does not establish whether the capsule is cardioid, supercardioid or hypercardioid.

Unidirectional1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/usb-headsets/rog-pelta-core/specRead 20 October 2026Microphone Pick-up Pattern: Unidirectional. The exact pattern is not named.

Bidirectional1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alphaRead 15 October 2026Polar Pattern: Bi-directional, Noise-cancelling. The manual says only Noise-cancelling.

Voice microphonesiTotal microphones used for voice pickup or beamforming across both sides. ANC-only microphones are excluded.

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Total microphonesiEvery physical microphone across the headset, including call, ANC and calibration microphones. Shared microphones count once. Excludes microphones in charging cases or receivers, and vibration sensors. Use an explicitly published physical total, never a sum of overlapping role counts.

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Mic frequency responseiAcoustic microphone response, not its digital sampling rate. Connection-specific ranges belong in the source note.

Min100 HzMax14 kHz1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/usb-headsets/rog-pelta-core/specRead 20 October 2026Microphone Frequency Response: 100Hz - 14KHz. The Pelta wireless model lists 100Hz - 10KHz.

Min50 HzMax18 kHz2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_CloudAlpha_usermanual.pdfRead 15 October 2026Microphone frequency response 50Hz-18,000 Hz.

Mic sensitivityiPublished microphone sensitivity. Reference such as dBV/Pa or dBFS, frequency and distance belong in the source note.

-40dB1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/usb-headsets/rog-pelta-core/specRead 20 October 2026Microphone Sensitivity: -40 dB. No reference level is given.

-43dB1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alphaRead 15 October 2026Sensitivity -43dBV (0dB=1V/Pa, 1kHz).2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_CloudAlpha_usermanual.pdfRead 15 October 2026Sensitivity -43dBV (0dB=1V/Pa,1kHz).

Mic signal-to-noiseiPublished microphone signal-to-noise ratio. Minimum or typical conditions belong in the source note.

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Mic sample rateiExplicitly published digital microphone capture or speech sampling rate. State the audio route in the source note, or say it is unpublished. Internal capture does not prove the effective rate on every connection. Acoustic bandwidth, playback rate and generic microphone-chip capability do not qualify.

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Mic noise reductioniProcessing that removes noise from transmitted speech. Playback ANC and a directional microphone alone do not count.

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Flip to mute

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Mute button

Yes2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/usb-headsets/rog-pelta-coreRead 20 October 2026Mute the mic by pressing a button on the earcup.

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Mute indicatoriPublished indication of microphone mute. mechanical_marker is a visible physical marker showing the microphone's mute-switch position. LED options require an electronic light. The in-line controller option is for a mute light on a cable remote.

LED on mic2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/usb-headsets/rog-pelta-coreRead 20 October 2026An indicator light at the tip of the boom flashes red to show mute.

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Sidetone

Yes4Reviewprofesionalreview.com/2026/08/10/asus-rog-pelta-core-reviewRead 20 October 2026Gear Link microphone settings cover volume, depth, sample rate and microphone return (retorno del micrófono). Read as sidetone. Adjustability is not stated.

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Adjustable sidetone

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Foam microphone windscreeniA foam cover for the voice microphone. An internal metal mesh pop filter does not count.

Yes4Reviewprofesionalreview.com/2026/08/10/asus-rog-pelta-core-reviewRead 20 October 2026The boom includes a saliva filter.

Yes6Reviewtomshardware.com/reviews/kingston-hyperx-cloud-alpha-headset,5516.htmlRead 15 October 2026Review says pop protection lessens the effect of fast-moving air over the element. The maker product photo shows a foam cover on the microphone.

Connectivity

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Audio connectionsiConnections that carry playback audio. Charging or firmware USB alone does not count as USB audio.

USB1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/usb-headsets/rog-pelta-core/specRead 20 October 2026Interface: Wired. Connector: USB-A, USB-C. USB audio only. The headset has no 3.5 mm audio plug and no wireless link.

Analog2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_CloudAlpha_usermanual.pdfRead 15 October 2026Detachable headset cable with a 3.5mm 4-pole plug, plus a PC extension cable. No wireless or USB parts.

Analog source plugsiAnalog plug(s) supplied for the source device, including adapters. The headset-side jack is listed separately.

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3.5 mm TRRS, Dual 3.5 mm2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_CloudAlpha_usermanual.pdfRead 15 October 2026Headset plug is 3.5mm 4 pole. The PC extension cable splits it into 3.5mm stereo and mic plugs.

Cable connector on headsetiConnection used by the playback cable at the headset. A fixed cable is not replaceable through a headset jack.

Fixed cable4Reviewprofesionalreview.com/2026/08/10/asus-rog-pelta-core-reviewRead 20 October 2026The cable is fixed to the left ear cup (Toma de cable fijo). Weight is given without the cable, which is evidently fixed.

3.5 mm2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_CloudAlpha_usermanual.pdfRead 15 October 2026The detachable cable plugs into the female 3.5 mm jack on the left ear cup.

Longest included cableiLength of the longest supplied cable, including charging and dongle cables. Individual cable lengths are listed in Cables included.

1.8m1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/usb-headsets/rog-pelta-core/specRead 20 October 2026Cable: USB-C to USB-A cable: 1.8 m.

2m2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_CloudAlpha_usermanual.pdfRead 15 October 2026Detachable headset cable 1.3 m and PC extension cable 2 m. The longest is stored.

Headset USB plug or portiUSB plug or port on the headset or its included wired audio adapter. A charging-only USB port can appear here.

USB-C1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/usb-headsets/rog-pelta-core/specRead 20 October 2026Connector: USB-A and USB-C. Profesional Review says the cable ends in a USB-C plug and a USB-A adapter is included. ASUS words the cable as USB-C to USB-A.4Reviewprofesionalreview.com/2026/08/10/asus-rog-pelta-core-reviewRead 20 October 2026The braided cable has a USB-C plug at the end and a USB-A adapter is included. The text writes the length as 1,8 mm, read as 1.8 m like the maker.

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Audio over USB-C cableiPlayback through a USB-C cable or included wired USB-C audio adapter. A charging-only USB-C port does not count.

Yes2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/usb-headsets/rog-pelta-coreRead 20 October 2026USB-C wired connectivity for PC, consoles and mobile.

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Passive wired listeningiAnalog playback works with the headset powered off or its battery empty. An active analog converter that needs headset power does not count.

No4Reviewprofesionalreview.com/2026/08/10/asus-rog-pelta-core-reviewRead 20 October 2026The review lists no analog connector as a drawback. The headset is USB audio only.

Yes2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_CloudAlpha_usermanual.pdfRead 15 October 2026No battery or power input is documented. Audio works through the passive analog path.

Wireless receiveriDedicated wireless audio receiver or dongle. A wired USB sound card does not count.

None1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/usb-headsets/rog-pelta-core/specRead 20 October 2026Interface: Wired. No dongle in the accessory list.

None2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_CloudAlpha_usermanual.pdfRead 15 October 2026The included list has no receiver.

Wireless receiver connectoriPhysical USB connector on the receiver. Supplied extension cables and adapters are explained in the source note. Both means two native connector types.

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Wireless range (claimed)iMaker’s advertised wireless range. Connection and indoor or outdoor conditions belong in the source note. Measured distance is not stored here.

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Bluetooth

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Bluetooth codecsiNamed Bluetooth audio codecs supported by this exact model. Host, firmware and operating-mode restrictions belong in the source note.

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LE AudioiLE Audio playback support. Bluetooth Low Energy for app control alone does not count.

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AuracastiAuracast broadcast audio support. Required phone, firmware and app conditions belong in the source note.

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Bluetooth multipointiCan remain connected to multiple Bluetooth source devices at once. Mixing Bluetooth with a proprietary dongle is a separate field. A maker's dual connection to two Bluetooth devices at once counts.

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Multipoint devicesiNumber of Bluetooth source devices connected at once, not the number remembered for later pairing.

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Paired devices remembered

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Mixes 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth audioiPlays both wireless audio streams at the same time. Automatic switching or Bluetooth standby does not count.

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Fast pairing

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Base station

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Latency

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Low latency modeiA selectable mode intended to reduce audio delay. A low-latency connection without a distinct mode does not count.

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Claimed latencyiMaker’s claimed delay for the stated connection and mode. Minimum claims and host restrictions belong in the source note.

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Compatibility

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Compatible platformsiPlatforms with a documented audio path. This does not imply every connection or microphone function works. Platform editions must be checked individually.

Windows, macOS, PS5, PS4, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, Android, iOS1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/usb-headsets/rog-pelta-core/specRead 20 October 2026Support Platform: PC, MAC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, iPad, iOS, Android. Xbox is not listed.2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/usb-headsets/rog-pelta-coreRead 20 October 2026FAQ: Windows and macOS computers, iOS and Android phones and tablets, Sony PS4 and PS5, Nintendo Switch 1 and Switch 2, and the ROG Ally.7Retailer pagekomputronik.pl/product/1033627/sluchawki-asus-rog-pelta-core-czarne.htmlRead 20 October 2026Compatibility list includes Nintendo Switch 2.

Windows, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Android, iOS1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alphaRead 15 October 2026Compatibility: PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Mobile. PC is stored as Windows. Mobile is stored as Android and iOS.

Connection per platformiOnly explicitly documented playback paths for the exact model. Microphone support is separate. Leave unknown microphone support omitted. An Xbox and a PlayStation edition of one headset can connect differently, so it is per variant.

AASUS ROG Pelta Core

Platform	Connection
Windows	USB
macOS	USB
PS5	USB
PS4	USB
Nintendo Switch	USB
Nintendo Switch 2	USB
Android	USB
iOS	USB

Source2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/usb-headsets/rog-pelta-coreRead 20 October 2026The only audio connection is the wired USB-C cable, which the page says is compatible with PCs, Macs, PlayStation 4 and 5, Nintendo Switch 1 and 2 and mobile devices. Microphone support per platform is not stated.

BHyperX Cloud Alpha

Platform	Connection
Windows	Analog
PS4	Analog
Xbox One	Analog

Source2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_CloudAlpha_usermanual.pdfRead 15 October 2026Usage pages for PC (separate jacks or one 4-pole jack), PS4 (3.5 mm plug into the controller) and Xbox One (3.5 mm jack on the controller). Microphone support is not stated per platform.

Official licence

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Battery and charging

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Battery capacityiRated capacity of one headset battery. Do not use case, receiver or total multi-battery capacity.

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Swappable batteryiBattery can be exchanged by the user as part of normal operation. Service or recycling disassembly does not count.

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Batteries includediNumber of headset batteries supplied, including the one already installed.

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Claimed battery lifeiMaker’s maximum playback time per stated connection, codec, ANC, spatial audio and lighting settings. Name the spatial processing mode and other conditions in the source note. Unknown settings stay omitted.

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Battery life (claimed, max)

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Battery life with ANC (claimed)

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Battery life without ANC (claimed)

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Charging port

None5Reviewgaming-st.com/peripherals/asus-rog-pelta-core-vs-pelta-reviewRead 20 October 2026Comparison table lists the battery as not equipped. Wired USB 2.0 only.

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Full charge timeiPublished time to fully charge a depleted headset. In-use charging can take longer.

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Quick charge timeiCharge duration in the maker’s quick-charge claim. Read together with Quick charge playback.

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Quick charge playbackiPlayback gained from Quick charge time. Charger power, codec, volume and ANC conditions belong in the source note.

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Use while charging

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Charging dock or stand

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Controls

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Controls

Buttons, Volume wheel4Reviewprofesionalreview.com/2026/08/10/asus-rog-pelta-core-reviewRead 20 October 2026Left cup only: multimedia button (1, 2 and 3 presses), volume wheel and mic button (1 press mutes, hold 5 s turns lighting off).

In-line remote1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alphaRead 15 October 2026In-line audio controls on the detachable braided cable for volume and mic mute.2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_CloudAlpha_usermanual.pdfRead 15 October 2026In-line audio control has a volume wheel and a microphone mute slider.

Volume control

Wheel4Reviewprofesionalreview.com/2026/08/10/asus-rog-pelta-core-reviewRead 20 October 2026Volume wheel on the left cup.

In-line remote2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_CloudAlpha_usermanual.pdfRead 15 October 2026Volume wheel on the in-line audio control.

Game and chat mixiBalances separate game and chat audio streams. Mixing Bluetooth and dongle source volume alone does not count. Supported platforms belong in the source note.

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Remappable controlsiOn-device button, touch or dial functions can be reassigned. Changing EQ alone does not count.

Yes2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/usb-headsets/rog-pelta-coreRead 20 October 2026Gear Link allows you to customize earcup controls, EQ settings and RGB lighting.

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Wear detection

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Voice assistant

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Comfort and build

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Headband type

Suspension strap2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/usb-headsets/rog-pelta-coreRead 20 October 2026Three-level adjustable soft elastic strap that can be detached.

Padded6Reviewtomshardware.com/reviews/kingston-hyperx-cloud-alpha-headset,5516.htmlRead 15 October 2026Headband covered in thick padding and imitation leather.

Headband material

Elastic suspension strap with soft textile coating, foam-padded band covered in breathable fabric4Reviewprofesionalreview.com/2026/08/10/asus-rog-pelta-core-reviewRead 20 October 2026Floating suspension strap, elastic with a soft textile coating. A thick foam layer covered in breathable fabric sits under the steel and plastic band.

Padding covered in imitation leather6Reviewtomshardware.com/reviews/kingston-hyperx-cloud-alpha-headset,5516.htmlRead 15 October 2026Headband covered in thick padding and imitation leather.

Frame material

Steel chassis under a plastic outer shell4Reviewprofesionalreview.com/2026/08/10/asus-rog-pelta-core-reviewRead 20 October 2026A steel element acts as chassis under the plastic of the headband. The cups are plastic.

Aluminum1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alphaRead 15 October 2026Frame Type: Aluminum.

Ear cup material

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Ear pad material

Breathable mesh fabric over foam2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/usb-headsets/rog-pelta-coreRead 20 October 2026Mesh fabric ear cushions with hexagonal patterns.

Memory foam and premium leatherette1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alphaRead 15 October 2026Ear Cushions: Memory foam and premium leatherette.

Replaceable ear pads

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Yes6Reviewtomshardware.com/reviews/kingston-hyperx-cloud-alpha-headset,5516.htmlRead 15 October 2026The removable ear pads are made from the same material as the headband.

Ear pad attachmentiHow a replacement ear pad attaches to the ear cup, not how the decorative outer cover attaches. A press-fit or snap-on pad counts as clip.

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Ear pad openingiUsable opening inside an ear pad, excluding the outer cushion. Depth is the internal space between pad surface and driver cover.

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Ear tips included

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Dust and water rating

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User-replaceable parts

Detachable boom microphone, Detachable elastic headband2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/usb-headsets/rog-pelta-coreRead 20 October 2026The boom microphone is detachable and the elastic headband can be detached to fit different head shapes.

Ear cushions, Headset cable, Microphone2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_CloudAlpha_usermanual.pdfRead 15 October 2026Detachable microphone and detachable headset cable.6Reviewtomshardware.com/reviews/kingston-hyperx-cloud-alpha-headset,5516.htmlRead 15 October 2026Removable ear pads. Cable and mic are fully removable.

Software

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Companion app

Gear Link1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/usb-headsets/rog-pelta-core/specRead 20 October 2026Software: Gear Link and Armoury Crate. Gear Link is the web portal for EQ, lighting and control settings. Armoury Crate adds Aura Sync.2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/usb-headsets/rog-pelta-coreRead 20 October 2026FAQ: the ROG Pelta Core works with Gear Link.

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App platforms

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User firmware updates

Yes2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/usb-headsets/rog-pelta-coreRead 20 October 2026FAQ: Gear Link adjusts audio and lighting settings and updates firmware.

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Dimensions and weight

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Headset weightiPublished headset mass without detachable cable or microphone when stated. A fixed cable remains included. Any unqualified maker weight is identified in the source note.

300g(10.6 oz)1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/usb-headsets/rog-pelta-core/specRead 20 October 2026Weight: 300 g (without cable). The cable is permanently attached according to Profesional Review, so the maker figure excludes a fixed cable.4Reviewprofesionalreview.com/2026/08/10/asus-rog-pelta-core-reviewRead 20 October 2026The review says 300 g without counting the cable.

298g(10.5 oz)2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_CloudAlpha_usermanual.pdfRead 15 October 2026Weight: 298g. Weight w/ mic: 336g. The manual does not say whether the 298 g includes the detachable cable. The maker page rounds to 0.65 lb.

Headset dimensionsiBody size with headband upright and ear cups in their normal wearing position. Width is across the head, height is top to bottom, and depth is front to back. Folded or flat-swivel dimensions are not substituted.

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Certifications

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Hi-Res Audio

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Communication certifications

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Discord, TeamSpeak1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alphaRead 15 October 2026Discord and TeamSpeak Certified.

FCC ID

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Other certifications

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In the box

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In the box

ROG Pelta Core headset with attached USB-C cable, Detachable boom microphone, USB-C to USB-A adapter, Quick start guide, Warranty booklet3Maker product pageeshop.asus.com/us/90yh04e0-bhaa00-rog-pelta-core.htmlRead 20 October 2026Accessories list. The detachable boom microphone comes from Profesional Review (headset, microphone, documentation) and from the features page.4Reviewprofesionalreview.com/2026/08/10/asus-rog-pelta-core-reviewRead 20 October 2026Package: headset, microphone, documentation. The USB-A adapter is mentioned with the cable.

HyperX Cloud Alpha Headset, Detachable microphone, Detachable headset cable, PC extension cable, Carry bag, Quick Start Guide1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alphaRead 15 October 2026What's Included In the Box: Gaming Headset, Detachable Headset Cable, Detachable Mic, PC Extension Cable, Quick Start Guide. The manual and the page product photo also show a carry bag, which the text list omits.2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_CloudAlpha_usermanual.pdfRead 15 October 2026What's included: Headset, Detachable microphone, Detachable headset cable, PC extension cable, Carry bag. The Quick Start Guide comes from the maker page.

Cables includediSupplied playback, charging, dongle and adapter cables. A permanently attached headset cable is included and named as fixed.

AASUS ROG Pelta Core

Type	Length (m)	Count
Permanently attached headset cable with USB-C plug	1.8	1
USB-C to USB-A adapter	Not available	1

Source3Maker product pageeshop.asus.com/us/90yh04e0-bhaa00-rog-pelta-core.htmlRead 20 October 2026Accessories: USB-C to USB-A dongle adapter, quick start guide, warranty booklet. The 1.8 m cable is listed under Cable, not Accessories. Profesional Review says the cable is fixed and ends in a USB-C plug.4Reviewprofesionalreview.com/2026/08/10/asus-rog-pelta-core-reviewRead 20 October 2026Braided cable, relatively thick, fixed, USB-C connector, USB-A adapter included.

BHyperX Cloud Alpha

Type	Length (m)	Count
Detachable braided headset cable with in-line audio control and 3.5 mm plug	1.3	1
PC extension cable with 3.5 mm stereo and mic plugs	2	1

Source2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_CloudAlpha_usermanual.pdfRead 15 October 2026Cable length and type: Detachable headset (1.3m) + PC extension cable (2m). Page 5 describes the in-line control.

Carrying caseiSupplied carrying case or pouch. A retail carton does not count as a carrying case.

None1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/usb-headsets/rog-pelta-core/specRead 20 October 2026Carry bag/box: No.

Soft2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_CloudAlpha_usermanual.pdfRead 15 October 2026What's included lists a Carry bag. The maker page product photo shows a drawstring bag.

Links

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Product page

rog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/usb-headsets/rog-pelta-core2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/usb-headsets/rog-pelta-coreRead 20 October 2026ROG US product page.

hyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alpha1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alphaRead 15 October 2026

Spec sheet

rog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/usb-headsets/rog-pelta-core/spec1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/usb-headsets/rog-pelta-core/specRead 20 October 2026ROG US Tech Specs tab.

hyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alpha1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alphaRead 15 October 2026

Manual

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media.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_CloudAlpha_usermanual.pdf2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_CloudAlpha_usermanual.pdfRead 15 October 2026

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

1year3Maker product pageeshop.asus.com/us/90yh04e0-bhaa00-rog-pelta-core.htmlRead 20 October 2026US store: 1 year manufacturer's limited warranty.

2years1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alphaRead 15 October 2026Warranty: 2 year.

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