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General

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Series

Cloud Alpha1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alpha-2-wireless-gaming-headsetRead 8 October 2026Exact AJ5C7AA maker page. Technical Specifications, features and structured product data.

Kraken1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v4-pro/RZ04-05160100-R3U1Read 23 October 2026

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

AJ5C7AA1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alpha-2-wireless-gaming-headsetRead 8 October 2026Structured Product data binds AJ5C7AA to Cloud Alpha 2 Wireless.

RZ04-0516, RZ04-05160100-R3U11Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v4-pro/RZ04-05160100-R3U1Read 23 October 2026US standard black product SKU RZ04-05160100-R3U1. Exact support page identifies regulatory family RZ04-0516. RZ04-0517 is the different base Kraken V4.

GTIN / EAN

1987012161791Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alpha-2-wireless-gaming-headsetRead 8 October 2026Same Product data explicitly gtin12 198701216179.

8402729099973Spec databasebuildcores.com/products/Headphones/ik69xq643/Razer-Kraken-V4-Pro-Wireless-RGB-Gaming-Headset-BlackRead 23 October 2026Exact black V4 Pro UPC. Distributor Xcel Source also pairs this UPC with RZ04-05160100-R3U1.

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

14 August 20254Press releasehp.com/us-en/newsroom/press-releases/2025/hp-cranks-up-the-game-with-smarter-systems-cooler-builds-and-gear-that-hits-different.htmlRead 8 October 2026Press release dated August 14, 2025.

28 September 20242Press releaserazer.com/newsroom/featured/razercon-2024Read 23 October 2026

Status

Available1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alpha-2-wireless-gaming-headsetRead 8 October 2026Exact AJ5C7AA maker page. Technical Specifications, features and structured product data.

Available1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v4-pro/RZ04-05160100-R3U1Read 23 October 2026

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

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless5Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-headsets/hyperx-cloud-alpha-2-wireless-reviewRead 8 October 2026Tom's Hardware calls the Cloud Alpha 2 Wireless a solid successor to the original Cloud Alpha Wireless.

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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.

$299.994Press releasehp.com/us-en/newsroom/press-releases/2025/hp-cranks-up-the-game-with-smarter-systems-cooler-builds-and-gear-that-hits-different.htmlRead 8 October 2026Pricing and Availability: exact Cloud Alpha 2 Wireless August availability for $299.99. Current discounts excluded.

$399.992Press releaserazer.com/newsroom/featured/razercon-2024Read 23 October 2026Launch MSRP for Kraken V4 Pro including OLED Control Hub, US excluding tax.

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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€449.992Press releaserazer.com/newsroom/featured/razercon-2024Read 23 October 2026Published European launch MSRP including VAT as offered. No country-specific difference is identified.

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

US1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alpha-2-wireless-gaming-headsetRead 8 October 2026Exact AJ5C7AA maker page. Technical Specifications, features and structured product data.

US1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v4-pro/RZ04-05160100-R3U1Read 23 October 2026Exact SKU offered on the US maker shop. Limited bundles and colour editions are excluded.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alpha-2-wireless-gaming-headsetRead 8 October 2026Exact AJ5C7AA maker page. Technical Specifications, features and structured product data.

Black1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v4-pro/RZ04-05160100-R3U1Read 23 October 2026

Segment

Gaming1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alpha-2-wireless-gaming-headsetRead 8 October 2026Exact AJ5C7AA maker page. Technical Specifications, features and structured product data.

Gaming1Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v4-pro/RZ04-05160100-R3U1Read 23 October 2026

Design

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Form factor

Over-ear1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alpha-2-wireless-gaming-headsetRead 8 October 2026Exact AJ5C7AA maker page. Technical Specifications, features and structured product data.

Over-ear4Reviewlesnumeriques.com/casque-gaming-micro/razer-kraken-v4-pro-p75681/test.htmlRead 23 October 2026Technical specification says circumaural.

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

Closed1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alpha-2-wireless-gaming-headsetRead 8 October 2026Exact AJ5C7AA maker page. Technical Specifications, features and structured product data.

Closed4Reviewlesnumeriques.com/casque-gaming-micro/razer-kraken-v4-pro-p75681/test.htmlRead 23 October 2026Construction specification and isolation section explicitly say closed.

Wearing style

Headband3Owner's manualfiles.hyperx.com/Manuals/Headsets/Cloud_Alpha_2_Wireless/44X0087B_HX_Cloud_Alpha_2_Wireless_RevB_QSG_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026Official Rev B QSG, Overview, Adapter/Dual/Wired modes and headset/base controls.

Headband5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Printed page 3 device layout names adjustable padded headband.

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

Flat1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alpha-2-wireless-gaming-headsetRead 8 October 202690-degree cup rotation allows flat storage. No inward headband folding is claimed.

Flat6Reviewstuff.tv/review/razer-kraken-v4-pro-reviewRead 23 October 2026Design section explicitly says cups fold flat. CHIP says it cannot fold inward, which does not contradict cup rotation.

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

Yes1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alpha-2-wireless-gaming-headsetRead 8 October 2026Comfort feature explicitly 90-degree rotating cups.

Yes7Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v4-proRead 23 October 2026Durability and comfort section explicitly names Swivel Mechanism.

RGB lighting

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Yes5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026

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

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186Reviewstuff.tv/review/razer-kraken-v4-pro-reviewRead 23 October 2026Features section explicitly says nine independently customisable lighting zones on each side, 18 across both cups.

Drivers and sound

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Driver type

Dynamic1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alpha-2-wireless-gaming-headsetRead 8 October 2026Exact AJ5C7AA maker page. Technical Specifications, features and structured product data.

Dynamic5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026

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

53mm1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alpha-2-wireless-gaming-headsetRead 8 October 2026Exact AJ5C7AA maker page. Technical Specifications, features and structured product data.

40mm5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026

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

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Diaphragm material

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Bio-cellulose8Press releaserazer.com/newsroom/product-news/introducing-razer-kraken-v4-proRead 23 October 2026Audio-driver section explicitly states bio-cellulose diaphragm.

Magnet

Neodymium1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alpha-2-wireless-gaming-headsetRead 8 October 2026Exact AJ5C7AA maker page. Technical Specifications, features and structured product data.

Neodymium9Retailer pagedigitec.ch/en/s1/product/razer-kraken-v4-pro-cable-wireless-gaming-headset-48303935Read 23 October 2026Exact V4 PRO listing explicitly describes 40 mm neodymium-magnet drivers. Maker is silent on magnet material.

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 pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alpha-2-wireless-gaming-headsetRead 8 October 2026Exact AJ5C7AA maker page. Technical Specifications, features and structured product data.

Min20 HzMax28 kHz5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Printed page 6 single published headphone acoustic range. Not a wireless transmission passband.

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.

64Ω2Maker spec sheet (PDF)media.flixcar.com/webp/synd-asset/hp-393693818-c09189864.pdfRead 8 October 2026HP AJ5C7AA datasheet, November 2025, product table page 2 and footnotes page 3.

32Ω5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Printed page 6 nominal 32 ohms. Maker spec tab adds 1 kHz. No passive impedance is published because there is no passive analog headset path.

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.

96dB1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alpha-2-wireless-gaming-headsetRead 8 October 2026Exact AJ5C7AA maker page. Technical Specifications, features and structured product data.

98dB5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Printed page 6: 98 dB SPL/mW at 1 kHz by HATS.

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

Per 1 mW1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alpha-2-wireless-gaming-headsetRead 8 October 2026Exact AJ5C7AA maker page. Technical Specifications, features and structured product data.

Per 1 mW5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026

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

2%1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alpha-2-wireless-gaming-headsetRead 8 October 2026Headphone specifications publish ≤2 percent. Test frequency and level unstated. This is a claimed upper bound.

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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.

96kHz2Maker spec sheet (PDF)media.flixcar.com/webp/synd-asset/hp-393693818-c09189864.pdfRead 8 October 2026Page 2 publishes playback sampling rates 96/48 kHz for stereo and 7.1. USB base station audio is the digital input route. No native headset USB-C audio or microphone sample rate inferred.

48kHz10Reviewmultiplayer.it/recensioni/razer-kraken-v4-pro-recensione-cuffie-gaming-feedback-aptico.htmlRead 23 October 2026Exact-model technical table and audio section publish 24-bit/48 kHz playback. The article does not establish a separate maximum for each connection.

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

24bits2Maker spec sheet (PDF)media.flixcar.com/webp/synd-asset/hp-393693818-c09189864.pdfRead 8 October 2026Page 2 publishes 16/24-bit digital audio. Base station USB input route, not a claim of lossless Bluetooth transmission.

24bits10Reviewmultiplayer.it/recensioni/razer-kraken-v4-pro-recensione-cuffie-gaming-feedback-aptico.htmlRead 23 October 2026Digital playback resolution, not microphone capture precision.

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.

Yes7Reviewtomsguide.com/gaming/gaming-peripherals/hyperx-cloud-alpha-2-reviewRead 8 October 2026Reviewer explicitly saves EQ profiles to headset, reconnects to PS5 and cycles them using RGB Base Station. Conflicting early persistence observations in Tom's Hardware not treated as unconditional lack of support. This is observed cross-host persistence, with base station used and NGENUITY beta at test time.

Yes11Reviewwindowscentral.com/accessories/headphones-headsets/razer-kraken-v4-pro-reviewRead 23 October 2026Exact review specifications explicitly identify four onboard EQs selectable with SmartSwitch. Custom EQ can also be edited through the standalone hub. This supports headset profiles rather than host-only EQ.

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

107Reviewtomsguide.com/gaming/gaming-peripherals/hyperx-cloud-alpha-2-reviewRead 8 October 2026September 12, 2025 exact-model review, Cyberpunk 2077 and software sections explicitly ten-band headphone EQ. Thirteen-band microphone EQ is separate. Tested new NGENUITY beta at review time.

105Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Printed page 21 playback EQ screenshot shows ten adjustable frequencies from 31 Hz to 16 kHz. Microphone EQ is excluded.

EQ presets

Music, Game, Chat6Reviewsoundguys.com/hyperx-cloud-alpha-2-review-162061Read 8 October 2026App section explicitly names Music, Game and Chat. No onboard persistence inferred.

Game, Movie, Music, Custom7Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v4-proRead 23 October 2026FAQ lists the four playback EQ profiles. Haptic profiles are separate.

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.

Spatial Audio by HyperX NGENUITY1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alpha-2-wireless-gaming-headsetRead 8 October 2026Exact AJ5C7AA maker page. Technical Specifications, features and structured product data.

THX Spatial Audio7Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v4-proRead 23 October 2026THX Spatial Audio via Synapse requires Windows 10 64-bit or higher.

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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Yes7Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v4-proRead 23 October 2026FAQ explicitly says THX Spatial Audio comes automatically with this headset.

Head tracking

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Noise cancelling

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Active noise cancelling

No6Reviewsoundguys.com/hyperx-cloud-alpha-2-review-162061Read 8 October 2026Noise attenuation section explicitly no active noise cancellation.

No12Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v4-proRead 23 October 2026Exact technical specification lists Noise Cancelling: None. Mic noise processing is separate.

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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No4Reviewlesnumeriques.com/casque-gaming-micro/razer-kraken-v4-pro-p75681/test.htmlRead 23 October 2026Technical specification lists environmental listening: No.

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

Music preset stays close to the house target, with a dip around 3.5 kHz and a peak around 6 kHz.6Reviewsoundguys.com/hyperx-cloud-alpha-2-review-162061Read 8 October 2026Objective Measurements in default Music preset against SoundGuys Headphone Preference Curve. No numeric target error inferred.

Music EQ has elevated bass and alternating treble peaks and dips, including reduced energy near 9 kHz.13Measurementquasarzone.com/bbs/qc_qsz/views/1828456Read 23 October 2026One demo sample, default Music EQ, GRAS 45CA-10 and Audio Precision APx517B. Compared with Harman over-ear 2018 target. No numeric deviation is inferred.

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

Speech remains understandable in noise, though the boom microphone does not remove all background sounds.6Reviewsoundguys.com/hyperx-cloud-alpha-2-review-162061Read 8 October 2026Ideal, office, reverberant, street and wind recorded demos. No numeric microphone SNR or bandwidth inferred.

Recorded speech is detailed and clear but emphasizes sibilants.14Measurementlesnumeriques.com/casque-gaming-micro/razer-kraken-v4-pro-p75681/test.htmlRead 23 October 2026Microphone recording assessment with the same published firmware and software versions. No numeric speech-to-noise ratio is inferred.

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.

AHyperX Cloud Alpha 2 Wireless

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BRazer Kraken V4 Pro

Connection	Latency (ms)
Bluetooth	170

Source14Measurementlesnumeriques.com/casque-gaming-micro/razer-kraken-v4-pro-p75681/test.htmlRead 23 October 2026Connectivity section measures 170 ms in classic Bluetooth. Host, codec and compensation setting are not stated. Headset and hub firmware 1.0.17.0, Synapse 4.0.86.2502061045.

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

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170ms=CalculatedFrom Measured latency

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.

AHyperX Cloud Alpha 2 Wireless

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BRazer Kraken V4 Pro

Hours (h)
24.32

Source15Measurementchip.de/test/Razer-Kraken-V4-Pro-im-Test_186691458.htmlRead 23 October 2026CHIP Testcenter music-playback runtime is 24 h 19 min. Playback connection, codec, lighting, haptics and level are not stated. Call runtime 13 h 24 min is excluded. Different undocumented settings prevent direct comparison with the maker 50-hour maximum.

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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393.1g(13.9 oz)13Measurementquasarzone.com/bbs/qc_qsz/views/1828456Read 23 October 2026Review explicitly labels 393.1 g as measured. Headset only, with retractable mic. Scale model is not named.

Microphone

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

Detachable boom1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alpha-2-wireless-gaming-headsetRead 8 October 2026Exact AJ5C7AA maker page. Technical Specifications, features and structured product data.

Retractable boom5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026

Microphone element

Electret condenser1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alpha-2-wireless-gaming-headsetRead 8 October 2026Main detachable boom uses electret condenser. Secondary internal mic is MEMS and not substituted.

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

Unidirectional1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alpha-2-wireless-gaming-headsetRead 8 October 2026Exact AJ5C7AA maker page. Technical Specifications, features and structured product data.

Unidirectional5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026

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 HzMax10 kHz2Maker spec sheet (PDF)media.flixcar.com/webp/synd-asset/hp-393693818-c09189864.pdfRead 8 October 2026HP AJ5C7AA datasheet, November 2025, product table page 2 and footnotes page 3.

Min100 HzMax10 kHz5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Printed page 6 microphone acoustic bandwidth, separate from digital sampling.

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

-42dB1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alpha-2-wireless-gaming-headsetRead 8 October 2026Boom sensitivity -42 dBV with reference 0 dB = 1 V/Pa at 1 kHz. Built-in microphone has a separate -40 dBV value.

-42dB5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Printed page 6: -42 plus or minus 3 dBV/Pa at 1 kHz.

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

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60dB5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Printed page 6 states at least 60 dB. Stored lower bound.

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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32kHz11Reviewwindowscentral.com/accessories/headphones-headsets/razer-kraken-v4-pro-reviewRead 23 October 2026Exact review specification explicitly publishes 32 kHz mic capture. Audio route is not qualified, so this does not prove the effective rate on every Bluetooth or USB path.

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

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DSP5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Printed page 23 Synapse microphone enhancement lists Mic Noise Cancellation to suppress environmental noise. No AI implementation is established.

Flip to mute

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Mute button

Yes3Owner's manualfiles.hyperx.com/Manuals/Headsets/Cloud_Alpha_2_Wireless/44X0087B_HX_Cloud_Alpha_2_Wireless_RevB_QSG_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026Official Rev B QSG, Overview, Adapter/Dual/Wired modes and headset/base controls.

Yes5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026

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 mic1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alpha-2-wireless-gaming-headsetRead 8 October 2026Communication feature explicitly boom microphone LED mute indicator. Internal mesh is not a foam windscreen.

LED on mic5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Printed page 12 shows a static red boom-microphone light when muted.

Sidetone

Yes3Owner's manualfiles.hyperx.com/Manuals/Headsets/Cloud_Alpha_2_Wireless/44X0087B_HX_Cloud_Alpha_2_Wireless_RevB_QSG_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026Official Rev B QSG, Overview, Adapter/Dual/Wired modes and headset/base controls.

Yes16Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KrakenV4ProOLEDControlHub-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026

Adjustable sidetone

Yes3Owner's manualfiles.hyperx.com/Manuals/Headsets/Cloud_Alpha_2_Wireless/44X0087B_HX_Cloud_Alpha_2_Wireless_RevB_QSG_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026Base Station Controls button 3 selects monitoring level adjusted by wheel. Headset button only toggles monitoring.

Yes16Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KrakenV4ProOLEDControlHub-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Reference guide pages 2 and 5 provide adjustable microphone sidetone level.

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

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Connectivity

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

2.4 GHz, Bluetooth, Analog3Owner's manualfiles.hyperx.com/Manuals/Headsets/Cloud_Alpha_2_Wireless/44X0087B_HX_Cloud_Alpha_2_Wireless_RevB_QSG_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026Usage separately depicts Adapter 2.4 GHz, Dual Bluetooth and 3.5 mm wired paths. USB on headset is labeled charge port, not a native wired audio path.

Analog, USB, 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Printed pages 6 to 10. Analog 3.5 mm enters the powered hub and then reaches the headset wirelessly. USB audio connects directly to the headset.

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

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

3.5 mm3Owner's manualfiles.hyperx.com/Manuals/Headsets/Cloud_Alpha_2_Wireless/44X0087B_HX_Cloud_Alpha_2_Wireless_RevB_QSG_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026Official Rev B QSG, Overview, Adapter/Dual/Wired modes and headset/base controls.

USB-C5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Printed page 3 identifies headset USB-C port. There is no headset-side 3.5 mm socket.

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

1.5m2Maker spec sheet (PDF)media.flixcar.com/webp/synd-asset/hp-393693818-c09189864.pdfRead 8 October 2026HP AJ5C7AA datasheet, November 2025, product table page 2 and footnotes page 3.

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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-C3Owner's manualfiles.hyperx.com/Manuals/Headsets/Cloud_Alpha_2_Wireless/44X0087B_HX_Cloud_Alpha_2_Wireless_RevB_QSG_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026Official Rev B QSG, Overview, Adapter/Dual/Wired modes and headset/base controls.

USB-C5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026

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.

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Yes17Maker product pagemysupport.razer.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/14252Read 23 October 2026Exact support FAQ identifies USB wired playback with supplied USB cables. Headset physical port is USB-C.

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.

Yes6Reviewsoundguys.com/hyperx-cloud-alpha-2-review-162061Read 8 October 2026Connection section: headset turns off when connected through 3.5 mm to conserve battery.

No17Maker product pagemysupport.razer.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/14252Read 23 October 20263.5 mm connects only to OLED hub. Manual printed page 9 says the hub still needs PC or console power in AUX mode and transmits wirelessly to powered headset.

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

Included3Owner's manualfiles.hyperx.com/Manuals/Headsets/Cloud_Alpha_2_Wireless/44X0087B_HX_Cloud_Alpha_2_Wireless_RevB_QSG_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026Official Rev B QSG, Overview, Adapter/Dual/Wired modes and headset/base controls.

Included5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026

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.

USB-C3Owner's manualfiles.hyperx.com/Manuals/Headsets/Cloud_Alpha_2_Wireless/44X0087B_HX_Cloud_Alpha_2_Wireless_RevB_QSG_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026Overview K labels the base USB-C port. Supplied USB-A adapter does not change native port type.

USB-C5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Hub has two native USB-C ports. Included Type-A cable does not make its native connector USB-A.

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.

20m1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alpha-2-wireless-gaming-headsetRead 8 October 2026Exact AJ5C7AA maker page. Technical Specifications, features and structured product data.

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Bluetooth

5.21Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alpha-2-wireless-gaming-headsetRead 8 October 2026Exact AJ5C7AA maker page. Technical Specifications, features and structured product data.

5.35Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026

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

SBC, AAC-LC1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alpha-2-wireless-gaming-headsetRead 8 October 2026Table says SBC and AAC-LC. MPEG-2 is listed separately without a specific codec profile and is omitted. SoundGuys confirms SBC/AAC.

AAC, SBC5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026

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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No18Reviewchip.de/test/Razer-Kraken-V4-Pro-im-Test_186691458.htmlRead 23 October 2026Equipment section explicitly states Bluetooth multipoint is absent. Simultaneous dongle and Bluetooth is supported separately.

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.

Yes1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alpha-2-wireless-gaming-headsetRead 8 October 2026Exact AJ5C7AA maker page. Technical Specifications, features and structured product data.

Yes5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Printed page 14 names simultaneous audio mode. This is separate from two-Bluetooth-device multipoint.

Fast pairing

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Base station

HyperX RGB Base Station3Owner's manualfiles.hyperx.com/Manuals/Headsets/Cloud_Alpha_2_Wireless/44X0087B_HX_Cloud_Alpha_2_Wireless_RevB_QSG_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026Official Rev B QSG, Overview, Adapter/Dual/Wired modes and headset/base controls.

OLED Control Hub with two USB-C host inputs, 3.5 mm AUX input and 2-inch OLED display5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026

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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Yes16Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KrakenV4ProOLEDControlHub-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Reference guide page 5: selectable HyperSpeed Ultra Low Latency versus Range. Bluetooth Gaming Mode can also reduce latency.

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

AHyperX Cloud Alpha 2 Wireless

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BRazer Kraken V4 Pro

Connection	Mode	Latency (ms)
2.4 GHz	Razer HyperSpeed Wireless	15

Source17Maker product pagemysupport.razer.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/14252Read 23 October 2026Public exact-model FAQ recommends 2.4 GHz HyperSpeed for PC gaming and explicitly claims 15 ms. No measured result is implied.

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, Android, iOS, Xbox Series X|S2Maker spec sheet (PDF)media.flixcar.com/webp/synd-asset/hp-393693818-c09189864.pdfRead 8 October 2026Page 2 names PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, Mac, Mobile and Xbox via 3.5 mm only. Android/iOS Bluetooth use independently supported by exact review. No Xbox wireless path claimed.

Windows, macOS, PS5, PS4, Nintendo Switch, SteamOS, Android, iOS4Reviewlesnumeriques.com/casque-gaming-micro/razer-kraken-v4-pro-p75681/test.htmlRead 23 October 2026Exact technical table explicitly lists PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 alongside Windows, Mac, mobile and Switch. No Xbox support.12Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v4-proRead 23 October 2026Maker lists PC, Mac, PlayStation, Switch, Steam Deck, Android and iOS. Les Numeriques exact-model table identifies PS4 and PS5. SteamOS refers to Steam Deck. Xbox is excluded.

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.

AHyperX Cloud Alpha 2 Wireless

Platform	Connection	Microphone works
Windows	2.4 GHz	Yes
PS5	2.4 GHz	Yes
Xbox Series X|S	Analog	Not available

Source3Owner's manualfiles.hyperx.com/Manuals/Headsets/Cloud_Alpha_2_Wireless/44X0087B_HX_Cloud_Alpha_2_Wireless_RevB_QSG_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026Windows 11 and PS5 setup explicitly select headset Game output and Chat mic input via USB base. Xbox analog path is maker-stated. Its mic operation is not inferred.

BRazer Kraken V4 Pro

Platform	Connection
Windows	2.4 GHz
macOS	2.4 GHz
PS5	2.4 GHz
PS4	2.4 GHz
Nintendo Switch	2.4 GHz
SteamOS	2.4 GHz
Windows	USB
macOS	USB
Android	Bluetooth
iOS	Bluetooth

Source12Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v4-proRead 23 October 2026PC/Mac and console hub paths use USB to hub and 2.4 GHz to headset. Direct USB headset audio is documented for PC/Mac. Mobile Bluetooth path is documented. No unspecified microphone cells are filled.

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.

No3Owner's manualfiles.hyperx.com/Manuals/Headsets/Cloud_Alpha_2_Wireless/44X0087B_HX_Cloud_Alpha_2_Wireless_RevB_QSG_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026Battery Replacement instructions require removal of pad, four screws and driver cover. This is a screwed user/service replacement, not a quick battery swap during use.

No4Reviewlesnumeriques.com/casque-gaming-micro/razer-kraken-v4-pro-p75681/test.htmlRead 23 October 2026Exact technical table explicitly says removable battery: No.

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.

AHyperX Cloud Alpha 2 Wireless

Connection	ANC	Hours (h)
2.4 GHz	No	250

Source2Maker spec sheet (PDF)media.flixcar.com/webp/synd-asset/hp-393693818-c09189864.pdfRead 8 October 2026Page 1 and page 3: up to 250 h in 2.4 GHz Adapter mode at 50 percent volume with continuous playback. Dual-radio 125 h cannot be represented distinctly by the current connection enum and is retained in this note. ANC absent, proved by exact review.

BRazer Kraken V4 Pro

Connection	Lighting	Hours (h)
2.4 GHz	No	50
2.4 GHz	No	45
2.4 GHz	Yes	13

Source5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Printed page 6: first row has haptics and lighting off on 2.4 GHz. Second row also has simultaneous Bluetooth audio active, with haptics and lighting off. Third row has haptics and lighting on, 2.4 GHz only. Volume, codec and spatial processing are not specified.

Battery life (claimed, max)

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50h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Battery life with ANC (claimed)

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Battery life without ANC (claimed)

250h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

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Charging port

USB-C1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alpha-2-wireless-gaming-headsetRead 8 October 2026Exact AJ5C7AA maker page. Technical Specifications, features and structured product data.

USB-C5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Printed page 7 illustrates USB-C charging through the headset port.

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

360min1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alpha-2-wireless-gaming-headsetRead 8 October 2026Technical Specifications explicitly charge time six hours. No quick-charge playback promise published.

240min7Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v4-proRead 23 October 2026FAQ says a full charge takes around four hours. This is a maker claim. CHIP measured 4 h 30 min, which is not substituted.

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

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15min7Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v4-proRead 23 October 2026

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

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5h7Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v4-proRead 23 October 2026FAQ says approximately five hours playback after fifteen minutes charging. Charger and playback settings are not stated.

Use while charging

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Yes6Reviewstuff.tv/review/razer-kraken-v4-pro-reviewRead 23 October 2026Features section says USB-C tethered gaming can continue when batteries run out.

Charging dock or stand

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Controls

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Controls

Buttons, Volume wheel3Owner's manualfiles.hyperx.com/Manuals/Headsets/Cloud_Alpha_2_Wireless/44X0087B_HX_Cloud_Alpha_2_Wireless_RevB_QSG_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026Official Rev B QSG, Overview, Adapter/Dual/Wired modes and headset/base controls.

Buttons, Volume wheel, Dial5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Printed pages 3 to 4 show on-cup buttons and volume wheel plus hub control knob.

Volume control

Wheel3Owner's manualfiles.hyperx.com/Manuals/Headsets/Cloud_Alpha_2_Wireless/44X0087B_HX_Cloud_Alpha_2_Wireless_RevB_QSG_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026Official Rev B QSG, Overview, Adapter/Dual/Wired modes and headset/base controls.

Wheel5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Printed page 12 shows on-headset volume wheel operation.

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.

Hardware dial3Owner's manualfiles.hyperx.com/Manuals/Headsets/Cloud_Alpha_2_Wireless/44X0087B_HX_Cloud_Alpha_2_Wireless_RevB_QSG_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026Base Station Controls button 2 selects Game/Chat mix adjusted by the base volume wheel. This is a supplied base control, not a headset chat wheel.

Hardware dial16Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KrakenV4ProOLEDControlHub-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Reference guide pages 3 and 5 let hub knob adjust separate game and chat channels. PC game/chat audio routing is required.

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

Yes5Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-headsets/hyperx-cloud-alpha-2-wireless-reviewRead 8 October 2026Software section explicitly remaps six supplied base-station buttons to functions, keyboard actions or macros. Headset buttons are not claimed remappable.

Yes19Reviewquasarzone.com/bbs/qc_qsz/views/1828456Read 23 October 2026Review says Synapse can remap the headset multifunction button to toggle microphone sidetone.

Wear detection

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Voice assistant

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Comfort and build

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Headband type

Padded1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alpha-2-wireless-gaming-headsetRead 8 October 2026Exact AJ5C7AA maker page. Technical Specifications, features and structured product data.

Padded5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026

Headband material

Leatherette-covered foam5Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-headsets/hyperx-cloud-alpha-2-wireless-reviewRead 8 October 2026Design and Comfort, package and Software sections of exact Cloud Alpha 2 Wireless review.

Fabric over memory foam6Reviewstuff.tv/review/razer-kraken-v4-pro-reviewRead 23 October 2026

Frame material

Stainless steel and aluminum forks1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alpha-2-wireless-gaming-headsetRead 8 October 2026Durable Metal Frame and specification: stainless steel headband and aluminum forks.

Metal and plastic6Reviewstuff.tv/review/razer-kraken-v4-pro-reviewRead 23 October 2026Design section identifies metal headband and plastic driver housings. Relative material proportions differ between reviewers, so no mostly-metal claim is stored.

Ear cup material

Plastic5Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-headsets/hyperx-cloud-alpha-2-wireless-reviewRead 8 October 2026Design and Comfort, package and Software sections of exact Cloud Alpha 2 Wireless review.

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Ear pad material

Microfiber1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alpha-2-wireless-gaming-headsetRead 8 October 2026Exact AJ5C7AA maker page. Technical Specifications, features and structured product data.

Protein Leatherette with Memory Foam Cushions5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026

Replaceable ear pads

Yes3Owner's manualfiles.hyperx.com/Manuals/Headsets/Cloud_Alpha_2_Wireless/44X0087B_HX_Cloud_Alpha_2_Wireless_RevB_QSG_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026Battery Replacement instructions explicitly remove and reinstall the right ear cushion.

Yes17Maker product pagemysupport.razer.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/14252Read 23 October 2026Exact product FAQ links official ear-cushion removal and reattachment instructions.

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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Width45Height62mm(1.8 × 2.4 in)5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Printed page 6 gives inner earcup opening 62 by 45 mm. Maker tech tab explicitly labels length 62 and width 45. Depth is unpublished.

Ear tips included

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Dust and water rating

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User-replaceable parts

Ear cushions, Battery, Detachable microphone3Owner's manualfiles.hyperx.com/Manuals/Headsets/Cloud_Alpha_2_Wireless/44X0087B_HX_Cloud_Alpha_2_Wireless_RevB_QSG_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026Rev B explicitly supplies battery replacement steps. Ear cushions and detachable microphone are separately removable.

Ear cushions17Maker product pagemysupport.razer.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/14252Read 23 October 2026User-removable ear cushions only. Battery and headband disassembly are not implied.

Software

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Companion app

HyperX NGENUITY1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alpha-2-wireless-gaming-headsetRead 8 October 2026Exact AJ5C7AA maker page. Technical Specifications, features and structured product data.

Razer Synapse 45Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026

App platforms

Windows2Maker spec sheet (PDF)media.flixcar.com/webp/synd-asset/hp-393693818-c09189864.pdfRead 8 October 2026Page 3: legacy NGENUITY Windows 10+, current NGENUITY Windows 11+. No Mac/mobile companion app inferred.

Windows5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Printed pages 5 and 16 require Windows 10 64-bit or newer for Synapse. macOS playback compatibility is not app support.

User firmware updates

Yes8Maker product pagehyperx.com/pages/ngenuityRead 8 October 2026Additional FAQs explicitly supplies a standalone firmware updater for Cloud Alpha 2 Wireless. Current page also lists exact headset under current official NGENUITY support. Generic RGB and onboard-memory statements are not used for headset-specific attributes.

Yes20Maker product pagemysupport.razer.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/14927Read 23 October 2026Official RZ04-0516 updater v1.6.3_r1 is dated 2 March 2026. No updater was downloaded or run.

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.

345g(12.2 oz)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)media.flixcar.com/webp/synd-asset/hp-393693818-c09189864.pdfRead 8 October 2026Page 2 separately lists headset 345 g, base 178 g and boom mic 12 g. Stored main-headset figure, not package weight.

397g(14 oz)7Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v4-proRead 23 October 2026Maker comparison table gives 397 g excluding OLED hub. Detachable cable inclusion is otherwise unqualified.

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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FCC ID

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RWO-RZ04051621Regulatory filingfccid.io/RWO-RZ040516Read 23 October 2026Public FCC record identifies Razer RZ04-0516 headset. Hub RC30-0516 has a separate FCC ID and is excluded.

Other certifications

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In the box

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In the box

Cloud Alpha 2 Wireless headset, RGB Base Station, Detachable microphone, 1.5 m USB-C to USB-C cable, USB-C to USB-C cable, USB-C to USB-A adapter, 3.5 mm headset audio cable, Quick Start Guide3Owner's manualfiles.hyperx.com/Manuals/Headsets/Cloud_Alpha_2_Wireless/44X0087B_HX_Cloud_Alpha_2_Wireless_RevB_QSG_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026Official Rev B QSG, Overview, Adapter/Dual/Wired modes and headset/base controls.

Razer Kraken V4 Pro headset, OLED Control Hub, USB Type-A to Type-C cable, USB Type-C to Type-C cable, 3.5 mm AUX cable, Important Product Information Guide5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Printed pages 3 to 4 list the headset, hub, three cables and guide. Reviewer separately confirms fabric carrying bag.

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

AHyperX Cloud Alpha 2 Wireless

Type	Length (m)	Count
USB-C to USB-C	1.5	1
USB-C to USB-C	0.5	1
3.5 mm headset audio	1.5	1
USB-C to USB-A adapter	Not available	1

Source3Owner's manualfiles.hyperx.com/Manuals/Headsets/Cloud_Alpha_2_Wireless/44X0087B_HX_Cloud_Alpha_2_Wireless_RevB_QSG_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026Overview names two USB-C to USB-C cables plus USB-A adapter. Exact Tom's Hardware box list confirms 1.5 m and 0.5 m lengths. Datasheet legacy USB-C to USB-A naming conflicts and is not used.

BRazer Kraken V4 Pro

Type	Count
USB Type-A to Type-C cable	1
USB Type-C to Type-C cable	1
3.5 mm AUX cable	1

Source5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Included cable types are explicit. Maker Cable Length: None row does not establish zero cable length. Retailer lengths disagree, so lengths stay unknown.

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

Soft5Reviewtomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-headsets/hyperx-cloud-alpha-2-wireless-reviewRead 8 October 2026Box list explicitly microfiber cloth drawstring carrying bag. Not a charging dock.

Soft11Reviewwindowscentral.com/accessories/headphones-headsets/razer-kraken-v4-pro-reviewRead 23 October 2026Box contents explicitly includes a simple fabric travel bag.

Links

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Product page

hyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alpha-2-wireless-gaming-headset1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alpha-2-wireless-gaming-headsetRead 8 October 2026Exact AJ5C7AA maker page. Technical Specifications, features and structured product data.

www.razer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v4-pro7Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v4-proRead 23 October 2026

Spec sheet

media.flixcar.com/webp/synd-asset/hp-393693818-c09189864.pdf2Maker spec sheet (PDF)media.flixcar.com/webp/synd-asset/hp-393693818-c09189864.pdfRead 8 October 2026HP AJ5C7AA datasheet, November 2025, product table page 2 and footnotes page 3.

www.razer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v4-pro7Maker product pagerazer.com/gaming-headsets/razer-kraken-v4-proRead 23 October 2026

Manual

files.hyperx.com/Manuals/Headsets/Cloud_Alpha_2_Wireless/44X0087B_HX_Cloud_Alpha_2_Wireless_RevB_QSG_web.pdf3Owner's manualfiles.hyperx.com/Manuals/Headsets/Cloud_Alpha_2_Wireless/44X0087B_HX_Cloud_Alpha_2_Wireless_RevB_QSG_web.pdfRead 8 October 2026Official Rev B QSG, Overview, Adapter/Dual/Wired modes and headset/base controls.

dl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdf5Owner's manualdl.razerzone.com/master-guides/RazerSynapse4/KRAKENV4PRO-00001383-en.pdfRead 23 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.

2years1Maker product pagehyperx.com/products/hyperx-cloud-alpha-2-wireless-gaming-headsetRead 8 October 2026Exact US AJ5C7AA product Warranty section: two years. Statutory rights excluded.

2years17Maker product pagemysupport.razer.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/14252Read 23 October 2026US support Warranty tab explicitly lists two years for Razer headsets. Base new-product warranty, excluding optional extensions and statutory rights.

Both are also in the API. Back to all headsets and headphones.