HyperX Cloud Alpha
Score: 79/100
Razer Kraken
Score: 72/100Rankings
The HyperX Cloud Alpha is a wired over-ear gaming headset featuring dual-chamber 50 mm drivers, an aluminum frame, and memory-foam leatherette cushions, delivering clear, balanced audio. Its main trade-off is the lack of wireless capability and active noise cancellation, making it less suitable for on-the-go use. It excels for gamers who prioritize comfort and sound fidelity across multiple platforms.
The Razer Kraken (2019) is a wired headset with an aluminum frame, 50 mm drivers and cooling-gel ear cushions, providing solid sound and comfort for budget-conscious gamers. It misses wireless features, RGB lighting and has a bulky design. It fits users who want a universal 3.5 mm headset with a sturdy frame.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
| ↓ lower better | 298 gbest | 321 g |
50 mmbest | 50 mmbest | |
65 Ωbest | 32 Ω | |
98 dB | 109 dBbest | |
-43 dBVbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Connectivity(1) | ||
Connection Type | 3.5mm | Analog 3.5 mm (4-pole) |
Audio(4) | ||
Frequency Response (Hz) | 13-27000 Hz | 12-28000 Hz |
Impedance (Ω) | 65 Ω | 32 Ω |
Sensitivity (dB) | 98 dB | 109 dB |
Microphone Type | Electret condenser | Retractable gooseneck |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 298 g | 321 g |
Ear Cushion Material | Memory foam with premium leatherette | Cooling gel-infused oval cushions |
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Professional reviewers consistently commend the Cloud Alpha for its solid build quality, low distortion drivers, and superior comfort, noting that the aluminum frame and memory-foam cushions enable long gaming sessions without fatigue while delivering clear, balanced audio across a wide frequency range.
Everyday users echo the professional praise, frequently highlighting the headset's legendary comfort, immersive bass, and rugged durability, while appreciating its seamless compatibility with multiple platforms; no major complaints are evident beyond the inherent limitations of a wired design.
Professional reviewers commend the Kraken 2019 for its comfort-focused aluminum frame, cooling-gel cushions and expansive 12 Hz-28 kHz driver range, delivering immersive audio for extended gaming. However, they criticize its overt gaming aesthetic, lower sensitivity compared to the V2, and the absence of wireless or advanced features, positioning it as a solid but no-frills wired option.
Everyday users echo the comfort and noise-isolation benefits, especially praising the lightweight feel for long sessions and the convenience of a universal 3.5 mm jack. Common complaints revolve around the headset's bulky size for smaller heads and its bold gaming look, which some find conspicuous in non-gaming environments.
“legendary comfort - no head fatigue after hours”
