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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.

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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.

TLL-000206Retailer pageglobal.channelonline.com/colbeta/oetc/Products/overview/M025670782Read 20 October 2026Distributor catalog lists manufacturer part TLL-00020 for Microsoft Xbox Wireless Headset with Bluetooth 5.3 and 20 hour run time, matching the 2024 hardware.

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.

1963881358516Retailer pageglobal.channelonline.com/colbeta/oetc/Products/overview/M025670782Read 20 October 2026Catalog gives UPC 0196388135851, stored as the 12-digit UPC 196388135851. Black US model.

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.

22 October 20242Press releasenews.xbox.com/en-us/2024/10/22/xbox-wireless-headset-evolutionRead 20 October 2026Announced and released the same day.

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 pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Maker page shows Add to Cart and a Find a retailer link on the access date.

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.

$109.992Press releasenews.xbox.com/en-us/2024/10/22/xbox-wireless-headset-evolutionRead 20 October 2026Priced at 109.99 USD ERP. US price excluding tax. The earlier headset launched at 99.99 USD.

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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€109.993Press articlethurrott.com/games/311868/new-xbox-wireless-headset-adds-voice-isolation-bluetooth-5-3-and-bigger-batteryRead 20 October 2026Launch article gives 109.99 EUR. The country is not named and VAT treatment is not stated.

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, GB, EU3Press articlethurrott.com/games/311868/new-xbox-wireless-headset-adds-voice-isolation-bluetooth-5-3-and-bigger-batteryRead 20 October 2026Launch prices listed for the US (USD), the euro area (EUR) and the UK (GBP). Pure Xbox confirms the headset live on the US and UK stores on launch day.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

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

Black2Press releasenews.xbox.com/en-us/2024/10/22/xbox-wireless-headset-evolutionRead 20 October 2026Maker describes a sleek, all-black design and removes the green accents of the 2021 headset.

Segment

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

Gaming1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Sold on xbox.com in the gaming headsets section and described as a headset for gaming sessions.

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-ear6Retailer pageglobal.channelonline.com/colbeta/oetc/Products/overview/M025670782Read 20 October 2026Catalog lists headphone form factor full size. Windows Central describes leatherette ear cups with a tight fit for larger heads. No source uses the word over-ear.7Retailer pagetecisoft.com/products/microsoft-xbox-wireless-headset-blackRead 20 October 2026US reseller listing for SKU TLL-00020 calls it a premium over-the-ear gaming headset with cushioned earcups.

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

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Wearing style

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

Headband1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Adjustable headband with earcups per the page.

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.

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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.

40mm1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Speakers row: speaker size 40mm.

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

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Diaphragm material

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Paper composite1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Speakers row: paper composite diaphragm.

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 pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Speakers row: neodymium magnet.

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 pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Speakers row: 20Hz - 20kHz. No test standard or power state given.

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.

32Ω1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Speakers row: 32 ohm.

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

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.

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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.

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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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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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Windows Sonic, Dolby Atmos, DTS Headphone:X1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Spatial Sound technologies like Windows Sonic, Dolby Atmos and DTS Headphone:X on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One. DTS Headphone:X may need additional purchases, app downloads and supported hardware.

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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Yes1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Page says Dolby Atmos is available at no extra cost with the headset. The DTS licence is not included.

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.

No9Reviewpress-start.com.au/reviews/xbox-series-x-reviews/2024/11/11/xbox-wireless-headset-2024-reviewRead 20 October 2026Review of the 2024 revision says there is no kind of noise cancelling, and that the headset blocks outside sound only passively. The maker spec list names no active noise cancelling. Best Buy's Noise Cancelling (Active) label is read as the microphone's voice isolation.

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.

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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.

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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.

Fixed boom1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Mic design: bendable boom with dual mics. Windows Central says the boom cannot be detached or retracted.8Reviewwindowscentral.com/accessories/headphones-headsets/xbox-wireless-headset-reviewRead 20 October 2026Review: the mic boom cannot be detached and is not retractable, so it is stored as a fixed boom. The boom is bendable per the maker.

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

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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.

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

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

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21Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Maker states a bendable boom with dual mics. Thurrott says the boom is slightly longer than the 2021 headset.

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.

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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 pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Enhanced auto-mute and voice isolation that reduce background noise for crystal-clear chat. The page does not say how it works. The Xbox Wire post names no AI or DSP either. Stored as dsp because it is processing, and Windows Central says it is not an AI feature8Reviewwindowscentral.com/accessories/headphones-headsets/xbox-wireless-headset-reviewRead 20 October 2026Review: the reviewer would have liked AI-powered active noise suppression instead of the auto-mute, so the mic processing is not AI. Auto-mute detects significant background noise and mutes the mic

Flip to mute

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Mute button

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Yes1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Controls row lists a mute button. Thurrott places it at the bottom of the mic boom on the left side.4Reviewthurrott.com/hardware/314728/xbox-wireless-headset-review-2024Read 20 October 2026Review: one button on the left earcup at the bottom of the mic boom turns the mic on and off.

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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LED on mic1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Mic design row names an illuminated LED on the mic. Windows Central says the LED on the mic shows when the mic is muted.8Reviewwindowscentral.com/accessories/headphones-headsets/xbox-wireless-headset-reviewRead 20 October 2026Review: an LED on the mic itself shows when the mic is actively muted. The maker spec text says the LED is illuminated when the mic is on. Both place the LED on the mic.

Sidetone

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Yes1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Accessories app row lists mic monitoring. Thurrott describes it as how much of your mic audio you hear in the headset.

Adjustable sidetone

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Yes1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Thurrott: mic monitoring has three settings in the Xbox Accessories app. Windows Central says its volume is adjustable.4Reviewthurrott.com/hardware/314728/xbox-wireless-headset-review-2024Read 20 October 2026Review: mic monitoring controls how much of your mic audio you hear, with 3 sensitivity settings in the Xbox Accessories app.8Reviewwindowscentral.com/accessories/headphones-headsets/xbox-wireless-headset-reviewRead 20 October 2026Review: onboard mic monitoring with adjustable volume in the Xbox Accessories app.

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.

2.4 GHz, Bluetooth1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Headset pairs directly to Xbox consoles over Xbox Wireless, a 2.4 GHz radio, with no dongle. Bluetooth 5.3 serves PC and mobile devices.

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.

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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 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.

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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.

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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.

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USB-C4Reviewthurrott.com/hardware/314728/xbox-wireless-headset-review-2024Read 20 October 2026Review: USB-C charging port on the right earcup.

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.

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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.

None1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Direct pairing to the console. No dongle or base station is in the box. The discontinued Xbox Wireless Adapter for Windows is a separate accessory.

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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5.31Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Bluetooth version row: 5.3 (A2DP, HFP, HSP).

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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SBC1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Codec row: SBC.

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

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Yes5Press releasenews.xbox.com/en-us/2025/12/16/xbox-december-2025-update-mobile-app-updates-audio-supportRead 20 October 2026December 2025 firmware update for the latest Xbox Wireless Headset (October 2024 model) adds LE Audio support via the Xbox Accessories app. Needs a Windows 11 device with Bluetooth LE Audio. The post names no codec and does not mention Auracast. Launch firmware did not have it.

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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Yes1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Page says you can pair to your phone and console simultaneously to chat with a friend on your phone while playing on your console.

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.

Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows, Android, iOS1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026System requirements: Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows 10/11 and mobile devices with Bluetooth. Android and iOS are the Bluetooth mobile platforms. Xbox 360 and PlayStation are not named.

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.

BMicrosoft Xbox Wireless Headset

Platform	Connection	Microphone works
Xbox Series X|S	2.4 GHz	Yes
Xbox One	2.4 GHz	Yes
Windows	Bluetooth	Yes
Android	Bluetooth	Yes
iOS	Bluetooth	Yes

Source1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Console rows use Xbox Wireless. Windows 10/11 needs Bluetooth 4.2+ or a compatible USB-C cable per the page. Only the Bluetooth path is stored for Windows. The page says Bluetooth is for music or chat on PC and mobile.

Official licence

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Battery and charging

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

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

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

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

AHyperX Cloud Alpha

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BMicrosoft Xbox Wireless Headset

Hours (h)
20

Source1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Up to 20 hours per charge. Maker note: tested by Microsoft on pre-production units and varies with distance from the console, accessories and usage. No connection or setting is stated.

Battery life (claimed, max)

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20h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Battery life with ANC (claimed)

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Battery life without ANC (claimed)

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Charging port

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USB-C4Reviewthurrott.com/hardware/314728/xbox-wireless-headset-review-2024Read 20 October 2026Review: USB-C charging port on the right earcup.

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

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180min1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Recharges to full in about 3 hours when the headset is not in use. Stored as 180 min.

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

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30min1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 202630 minutes of charging provides about 4 hours of battery life.

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

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4h1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026About 4 hours from a 30 minute charge. Charger and volume not stated.

Use while charging

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Yes4Reviewthurrott.com/hardware/314728/xbox-wireless-headset-review-2024Read 20 October 2026Review says the USB-C port on the right earcup is positioned so it is not obtrusive when you use the headset while it charges.

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.

Buttons, Volume wheel, Chat mix wheel1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Buttons: power/pair, mute, game/chat balance dial on the left earcup, volume dial on the right earcup.

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.

Wheel1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Volume dial on the right earcup.

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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Hardware dial1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Game/chat balance dial on the left earcup.

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

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Yes10Maker product pagemicrosoft.com/en-gb/d/xbox-wireless-headset/9203q8w23lhnRead 21 October 2026Accessories app footnote: swap mix and volume dials with the XBOX Accessories App. Only the two dials can be swapped. No other button is remappable per this page

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.

Padded1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Materials row: inner steel metal band with foam cushioning.

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.

Inner steel metal band with foam cushioning1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Materials row: Headband inner steel metal band with foam cushioning. LG's retailer spec sheet lists Foam, Steel

Frame material

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

Steel1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Materials row: inner steel metal band.

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.

Polyurethane leather over foam1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Materials row: oval ear cushions with polyurethane leather and foam cushioning.

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.

Yes4Reviewthurrott.com/hardware/314728/xbox-wireless-headset-review-2024Read 20 October 2026Review: the leatherette material on the earcups can be removed for cleaning9Reviewpress-start.com.au/reviews/xbox-series-x-reviews/2024/11/11/xbox-wireless-headset-2024-reviewRead 20 October 2026Review: the faux leather earcups can also be taken off and replaced

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 cushions4Reviewthurrott.com/hardware/314728/xbox-wireless-headset-review-2024Read 20 October 2026Review: earcup leatherette is removable. Press Start says the earcups can be taken off and replaced. No source says the maker sells replacement cushions9Reviewpress-start.com.au/reviews/xbox-series-x-reviews/2024/11/11/xbox-wireless-headset-2024-reviewRead 20 October 2026Review: earcups can be taken off and replaced

Software

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Companion app

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Xbox Accessories app1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Xbox Accessories app adjusts equalizer, bass boost, auto-mute, LED brightness and mic monitoring.

App platforms

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Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Footnote: audio customization via the Xbox Accessories app on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and Windows 10/11.

User firmware updates

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Yes4Reviewthurrott.com/hardware/314728/xbox-wireless-headset-review-2024Read 20 October 2026Review: the Xbox Accessories app on Xbox or PC is where you check for new firmware updates.

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 pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026Weight row: 11 oz (320g). Cable not applicable since none is in the box.

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.

Xbox Wireless Headset1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026What's in the box lists only the Xbox Wireless Headset. Thurrott and Press Start say no USB cable is included. Windows Central says a charge cable is included, which the maker page does not list.

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.

BMicrosoft Xbox Wireless Headset

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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.

None1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026What's in the box lists only the Xbox Wireless Headset. No case or pouch

Links

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Product page

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

www.xbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headset1Maker product pagexbox.com/en-US/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headsetRead 20 October 2026

Spec sheet

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

www.microsoft.com/en-gb/d/xbox-wireless-headset/9203q8w23lhn10Maker product pagemicrosoft.com/en-gb/d/xbox-wireless-headset/9203q8w23lhnRead 21 October 2026Microsoft Store UK tech specs tab for the XBOX Wireless Headset. Lists system requirements, Accessories app, virtual surround, battery 20 hours, weight 320 g and warranty

Manual

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

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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.

1year10Maker product pagemicrosoft.com/en-gb/d/xbox-wireless-headset/9203q8w23lhnRead 21 October 2026Tech specs: 1-year limited warranty. Microsoft's Limited Warranty is in addition to consumer law rights. UK store page

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