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General

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Series

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

PRO Series1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/pro-x-gaming-headset-blue-voice-mic-techRead 20 October 2026Breadcrumb Pro Series.

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

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.

981-000817, 981-0008181Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/pro-x-gaming-headset-blue-voice-mic-techRead 20 October 2026Page data lists SKU 981-000817 for PRO X Black. The same page opens under the URL ending 981-000818.2Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-ie/shop/p/pro-x-gaming-headset-blue-voice-mic-tech.981-000818Read 20 October 2026Logitech G Ireland store page lists SKU 981-000818 with the same specification table as the US page.

GTIN / EAN

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

50992060857187Retailer pageebay.de/p/9034142101Read 20 October 2026eBay catalog entry for model 981-000818: EAN 5099206085718.

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

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.

9 July 20195Press releasenews.logitech.com/press-releases/news-details/2019/Sound-Like-a-Pro-and-Hear-Like-One-with-the-Logitech-G-PRO-X-Gaming-Headset-with-Blue-VOCE-Technology/default.aspxRead 20 October 2026Press release dated 9 July 2019.

Status

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.

Available1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/pro-x-gaming-headset-blue-voice-mic-techRead 20 October 2026Sold at $129.99 and in stock.

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.

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

$129.995Press releasenews.logitech.com/press-releases/news-details/2019/Sound-Like-a-Pro-and-Hear-Like-One-with-the-Logitech-G-PRO-X-Gaming-Headset-with-Blue-VOCE-Technology/default.aspxRead 20 October 2026Suggested retail price $129.99 in the US. The page lists no euro price.

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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€1296Press articlemobiflip.deRead 20 October 2026German launch article of 14 July 2019 prices the G PRO X at 129 euro and the G PRO at 99.99 euro. Tax treatment is not stated. GameStar and Fnac report the same 129 euro figure.

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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US, CA, EU1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/pro-x-gaming-headset-blue-voice-mic-techRead 20 October 2026US store sells SKU 981-000817.2Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-ie/shop/p/pro-x-gaming-headset-blue-voice-mic-tech.981-000818Read 20 October 2026Ireland store prices the headset in euro. Canada store sells SKU 981-000817 (secure.logitech.com/en-ca).

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

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

Black1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/pro-x-gaming-headset-blue-voice-mic-techRead 20 October 2026Color Black.

Segment

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

Gaming1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/pro-x-gaming-headset-blue-voice-mic-techRead 20 October 2026Maker category is gaming audio. Page text says designed in collaboration with pros.

Design

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Form factor

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.

Over-ear3Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/360055249533-PRO-X-Gaming-Headset-Technical-SpecificationsRead 20 October 2026Headphone Type: 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-alphaRead 15 October 2026Form Factor: Over ear, circumaural, closed back.2Owner's manualmedia.kingston.com/support/downloads/HX_CloudAlpha_usermanual.pdfRead 15 October 2026

Closed7Retailer pageebay.de/p/9034142101Read 20 October 2026Item specifics: closed, circumaural (German: geschlossen, ohrumschliessend).

Wearing style

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

Headband1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/pro-x-gaming-headset-blue-voice-mic-techRead 20 October 2026Materials list a steel headband with leatherette wrap. The headset is worn over the head.

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

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

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

No10Reviewhardwarecanucks.comRead 20 October 2026Review: there is no 90 degree cup rotation, unlike the previous G PRO headset.

RGB lighting

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.

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

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Drivers and sound

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Driver type

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

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

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.

50mm1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/pro-x-gaming-headset-blue-voice-mic-techRead 20 October 2026Technical Specifications, Driver: Hybrid mesh PRO-G 1.97 in (50 mm).

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

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Diaphragm material

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Hybrid mesh1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/pro-x-gaming-headset-blue-voice-mic-techRead 20 October 2026Page text: PRO-G features a unique hybrid mesh construction. Stored verbatim as Hybrid mesh.

Magnet

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

Neodymium1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/pro-x-gaming-headset-blue-voice-mic-techRead 20 October 2026Technical Specifications, Magnet: Neodymium.

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.

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

Min20 HzMax20 kHz1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/pro-x-gaming-headset-blue-voice-mic-techRead 20 October 2026Technical Specifications: 20 Hz - 20 kHz. No test standard or power state is stated.

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.

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

35Ω1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/pro-x-gaming-headset-blue-voice-mic-techRead 20 October 2026The product page prints 32 Ohms. The maker support specification prints 35 ohm, and Legit Reviews, KitGuru and Staples also print 35 ohm. The support specification is stored.3Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/360055249533-PRO-X-Gaming-Headset-Technical-SpecificationsRead 20 October 2026Input Impedance: 35 ohm. The maker product page prints 32 Ohms. This support specification is the more detailed maker document and agrees with retailers and reviews.

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.

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.

91.7dB1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/pro-x-gaming-headset-blue-voice-mic-techRead 20 October 2026Technical Specifications: 91.7 dB SPL @ 1 mW & 1 cm.

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-alphaRead 15 October 2026Sensitivity: 98dBSPL/mW at 1kHz.

Per 1 mW1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/pro-x-gaming-headset-blue-voice-mic-techRead 20 October 2026Reference is 1 mW at 1 cm.

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

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.

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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.

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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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54Owner's manuallogitech.com/assets/65836/2/g-pro-x-headset-qsg.pdfRead 20 October 2026PC setup note: the included USB DAC enables 5-band EQ tuning, DTS Headphone:X 2.0 and Blue VO!CE on PC with G HUB.

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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DTS Headphone:X 2.01Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/pro-x-gaming-headset-blue-voice-mic-techRead 20 October 2026Page text: DTS Headphone:X 2.0 7.1 surround. It works only on PC through Logitech G HUB with the included USB sound card.

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

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.

No9Reviewsoundguys.com/logitech-g-pro-x-review-28170Read 20 October 2026Review: there is no active noise canceling here.

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

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 is under-emphasized against the SoundGuys target. The response stays close to the target up to about 3 kHz.9Reviewsoundguys.com/logitech-g-pro-x-review-28170Read 20 October 2026Review updated 19 July 2024 with new charts. Compared with the SoundGuys house target curve: a notable lack of bass emphasis, and the response is otherwise good up to around 3 kHz. No dB figures are printed in the text.

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

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.

Slightly below-average output for a gaming microphone, with under-emphasis in the bass and midrange. The upper mids and highs are boosted, which helps speech. Blue VO!CE improves the sound a lot.9Reviewsoundguys.com/logitech-g-pro-x-review-28170Read 20 October 2026Review text and mic demos: slightly below-average output for a gaming microphone, audible under-emphasis in the bass and midrange, boosted upper mids and highs. Blue VO!CE mitigates the issues. Tested with the stock settings and with Blue VO!CE off and on.

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 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.

Detachable boom1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/pro-x-gaming-headset-blue-voice-mic-techRead 20 October 2026Technical Specifications and in the box: detachable mic.

Microphone element

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

Electret condenser1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/pro-x-gaming-headset-blue-voice-mic-techRead 20 October 2026Pro Microphone, Type: Electret Condenser.

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

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

Cardioid3Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/360055249533-PRO-X-Gaming-Headset-Technical-SpecificationsRead 20 October 2026Microphone Pickup pattern: Unidirectional / Cardioid. Stored as cardioid.

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.

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

Min100 HzMax10 kHz1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/pro-x-gaming-headset-blue-voice-mic-techRead 20 October 2026Pro Microphone: 100 Hz - 10 kHz.

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

-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).

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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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DSP1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/pro-x-gaming-headset-blue-voice-mic-techRead 20 October 2026Page text: BLUE VO!CE filters reduce noise, add compression and de-essing. They run on the PC in G HUB.

Flip to mute

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Mute button

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Yes3Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/360055249533-PRO-X-Gaming-Headset-Technical-SpecificationsRead 20 October 2026PC Cable Audio Controls: Microphone Mute and rotary volume control.

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.

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Sidetone

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Yes10Reviewhardwarecanucks.comRead 20 October 2026Review: sidetone is adjustable in the G HUB Acoustic tab.

Adjustable sidetone

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Yes10Reviewhardwarecanucks.comRead 20 October 2026Review: the sidetone level can be raised to the maximum in G HUB.

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

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.

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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.

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, USB3Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/360055249533-PRO-X-Gaming-Headset-Technical-SpecificationsRead 20 October 2026Connection Type: USB, through the included USB DAC (USB 2.0 high speed). The setup guide also covers the 3.5 mm analog cables.

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

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.

3.5 mm TRRS, Dual 3.5 mm4Owner's manuallogitech.com/assets/65836/2/g-pro-x-headset-qsg.pdfRead 20 October 2026Setup pages show the 3.5 mm console cable and the PC splitter with separate headphone and mic plugs.8Retailer pagestaples.com/logitech-pro-x-981-000817-wired-over-the-ear-gaming-headset-black/product_24418851Read 20 October 2026Specifications: 3.5 mm four-conductor TRRS connector, plus an external USB sound card.

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

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.

3.5 mm4Owner's manuallogitech.com/assets/65836/2/g-pro-x-headset-qsg.pdfRead 20 October 2026PC setup step 2: plug console/PC cable into headset. The cable is detachable.9Reviewsoundguys.com/logitech-g-pro-x-review-28170Read 20 October 2026Review: two detachable 3.5 mm cords with different inline controls.

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

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.

2m3Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/360055249533-PRO-X-Gaming-Headset-Technical-SpecificationsRead 20 October 2026PC cable 6.56 ft (2 m), the longest cable. Mobile cable 4.92 ft (1.5 m). PC splitter 0.39 ft (120 mm).

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.

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USB-A12Reviewtar.gz.ro/node/432Read 20 October 2026Review of PART 981-000818: the external USB sound card (Pro X DAC) uses USB-A, and USB-C-only computers need a dongle.

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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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.

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.

Yes4Owner's manuallogitech.com/assets/65836/2/g-pro-x-headset-qsg.pdfRead 20 October 2026Console and mobile setups use the analog 3.5 mm cables with no DAC and the headset has no battery.

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

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

None4Owner's manuallogitech.com/assets/65836/2/g-pro-x-headset-qsg.pdfRead 20 October 2026The headset is wired. Setup steps list no wireless 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, 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.

Windows, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PS5, PS4, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 21Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/pro-x-gaming-headset-blue-voice-mic-techRead 20 October 2026Page badge: Compatible with Xbox, PS5, PC, Nintendo Switch and Switch 2. Windows 7 or later for the software. The badge does not name Xbox One, PS4 or Xbox Series. SoundGuys names PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox Series and Xbox One.4Owner's manuallogitech.com/assets/65836/2/g-pro-x-headset-qsg.pdfRead 20 October 2026Setup covers PC, Xbox One and PlayStation 4, and a mobile cable for phones.9Reviewsoundguys.com/logitech-g-pro-x-review-28170Read 20 October 2026Review: no trouble gaming on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox X/S and Xbox One. G HUB features are PC only.

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

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.

BLogitech G G PRO X

Platform	Connection
Windows	USB
Windows	Analog
Xbox One	Analog
PS4	Analog

Source4Owner's manuallogitech.com/assets/65836/2/g-pro-x-headset-qsg.pdfRead 20 October 2026PC setup: USB DAC or PC sound card through the splitter. Console setup for Xbox One and PlayStation 4: analog cable to the controller, stereo only.

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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

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None3Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/360055249533-PRO-X-Gaming-Headset-Technical-SpecificationsRead 20 October 2026The specification lists no battery, charging port or power source. The headset is wired and the USB DAC is powered over USB.

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

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.

In-line remote, Volume wheel3Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/360055249533-PRO-X-Gaming-Headset-Technical-SpecificationsRead 20 October 2026PC cable audio controls: microphone mute and rotary volume control. Mobile cable controls: call button with playback controls.

Volume control

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

In-line remote3Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/360055249533-PRO-X-Gaming-Headset-Technical-SpecificationsRead 20 October 2026Rotary volume control on the PC cable.

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.

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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

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

Padded9Reviewsoundguys.com/logitech-g-pro-x-review-28170Read 20 October 2026Review: thick cushions on the headband and the headphones.

Headband material

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

Steel1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/pro-x-gaming-headset-blue-voice-mic-techRead 20 October 2026Materials: Headband Steel.

Frame material

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

Aluminum and steel1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/pro-x-gaming-headset-blue-voice-mic-techRead 20 October 2026Materials: Fork aluminum, headband steel. Page text: frame of aluminum and steel.

Ear cup material

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Ear pad material

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

Memory foam leatherette, plus memory foam cloth1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/pro-x-gaming-headset-blue-voice-mic-techRead 20 October 2026Materials: ear and head pads memory foam leatherette. Extra ear pads memory foam cloth.

Replaceable ear pads

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.

Yes3Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/360055249533-PRO-X-Gaming-Headset-Technical-SpecificationsRead 20 October 2026Other Features: removable earpads, 1 x leatherette and 1 x velour.

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

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.

Ear pads, Detachable boom microphone, 3.5 mm cable3Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/360055249533-PRO-X-Gaming-Headset-Technical-SpecificationsRead 20 October 2026Removable earpads and detachable mic are listed. The setup guide has the PC and mobile cables plugging into the headset.

Software

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Companion app

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Logitech G HUB1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/pro-x-gaming-headset-blue-voice-mic-techRead 20 October 2026Software: Logitech G HUB for the USB sound card features.

App platforms

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Windows3Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/360055249533-PRO-X-Gaming-Headset-Technical-SpecificationsRead 20 October 2026OS/Platform Support: Windows 7 or later, with Logitech G HUB. G HUB features need the USB sound card on PC.

User firmware updates

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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.

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.

320g(11.3 oz)1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/pro-x-gaming-headset-blue-voice-mic-techRead 20 October 2026Dimensions: Weight 11.29 oz (320 g). The maker support page says this is with the mic boom and without cable.3Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/360055249533-PRO-X-Gaming-Headset-Technical-SpecificationsRead 20 October 2026Headset weight without cable: 320 g (11.28 oz) with mic boom.

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

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

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FCC ID

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Other certifications

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In the box

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In the box

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.

PRO X Gaming Headset, Memory foam and leatherette ear pads, Memory foam and cloth ear pads, USB external sound card, Detachable mic, 2 m cable with inline volume and mute, Mobile cable with button, Y splitter for separate mic and headphone ports, Carrying bag, User documentation1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/pro-x-gaming-headset-blue-voice-mic-techRead 20 October 2026Package contents list, copied as written.

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

AHyperX 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.

BLogitech G G PRO X

Type	Length (m)	Count
PC cable with inline volume and mute	2	1
Mobile cable with inline mic and button	1.5	1
Y splitter for separate mic and headphone ports	0.12	1

Source1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/pro-x-gaming-headset-blue-voice-mic-techRead 20 October 2026In the box: 2 m cable with inline volume and mute, mobile cable with button, Y splitter. Lengths are from the Dimensions table: PC cable 2 m, mobile cable 1.5 m, PC splitter 120 mm.

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

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.

Soft1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/pro-x-gaming-headset-blue-voice-mic-techRead 20 October 2026In the box: carrying bag.

Links

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Product page

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

www.logitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/pro-x-gaming-headset-blue-voice-mic-tech1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/pro-x-gaming-headset-blue-voice-mic-techRead 20 October 2026Logitech G US store page for PRO X, wired 7.1 gaming headset.

Spec sheet

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

support.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/360055249533-PRO-X-Gaming-Headset-Technical-Specifications3Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/360055249533-PRO-X-Gaming-Headset-Technical-SpecificationsRead 20 October 2026Logitech support: PRO X Gaming Headset - Technical Specifications. Headset model A00101, USB DAC model A00102.

Manual

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

www.logitech.com/assets/65836/2/g-pro-x-headset-qsg.pdf4Owner's manuallogitech.com/assets/65836/2/g-pro-x-headset-qsg.pdfRead 20 October 2026PRO X Setup Guide, English pages 3 to 6. PDF created November 2019.

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-alphaRead 15 October 2026Warranty: 2 year.

2years1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/shop/p/pro-x-gaming-headset-blue-voice-mic-techRead 20 October 2026Specs and Compatibility: 2-Year Limited Hardware Warranty.11Reviewlegitreviews.comRead 20 October 2026Spec table: 2-year warranty. The review is dated 16 October 2019 and lists part number 981-000817.

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