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HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless vs HyperX Cloud III

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YOUR FIRST CHOICE

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless

4P5D4AA · Black-Red · 2.4 GHz wireless

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Exact model & source notes

The HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless (SKU 4P5D4AA, black and red) is a closed-back, over-ear 2.4 GHz wireless gaming headset with 50 mm dual-chamber drivers, an aluminium frame, onboard volume, mic-mute and mic-monitoring controls and a detachable Discord and TeamSpeak-certified noise-cancelling microphone. HyperX NGENUITY software checks battery life and adjusts the equalizer, and HyperX rates the battery at up to 300 hours at 50% volume.

Specifications checked 26 Sept 2026.

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Manufacturer specifications

WHICH SUITS YOU?

Choose the Cloud Alpha Wireless for

A wireless connection
Lower stated impedance: 62 ohm vs 64 ohm

Choose the Cloud III for

A wired connection
Higher stated impedance: 64 ohm vs 62 ohm

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See the 12 verified differences

THE CONTENDER

HyperX Cloud III

727A8AA · Black · wired

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Exact model & source notes

The HyperX Cloud III (SKU 727A8AA, black) is a closed-back, over-ear wired gaming headset with angled 53 mm drivers, a full metal (aluminium) frame, ear-cup volume and mic-mute controls, a detachable 10 mm noise-cancelling microphone and a USB dongle alongside its 3.5 mm connection. HyperX lists it for PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch, Mac and mobile.

Specifications checked 26 Sept 2026.

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Manufacturer specifications

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THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE

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Missing or conflicting evidence is marked and never counts as a difference. Source chips hold each fact’s sources and conditions.

FEATURES SIDE BY SIDE7 topics

Yes and No describe the listed feature. Missing evidence stays unverified.

SELECTED TOPIC

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Impedance

Nominal electrical load, not sound quality or loudness. Output capability and headphone sensitivity matter together; impedance alone cannot decide whether an amplifier is needed.

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless62 Ω

Manufacturer specification · Listed on the UK page; the US page omits impedance.

Source 1

HyperX Cloud III64 Ω

Manufacturer specification · Listed on the UK page only; the US page omits impedance.

Source 1

Explore the full specifications

Start with your listening environment. Open and closed earcups suit different surroundings. A closed back is not the same as active noise cancellation. Check the exact cable and headphone output. We do not turn impedance, driver size or unpaired lab results into a sound-quality score.

WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?

Key differences

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12 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. 1 is also drawn in Visual facts above. Missing information stays separate.

Acoustic design

HyperX Cloud Alpha WirelessClosed-back, dual-chamber driver design

HyperX Cloud IIIClosed-back

Sources

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud Alpha – Wireless Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications

HyperX Cloud III

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Wired / wireless connections

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless2.4 GHz wireless via the supplied USB wireless adapter; USB cable for charging

HyperX Cloud IIIWired: 3.5 mm, plus a USB dongle for USB-C, and USB-A via the supplied adapter

Sources

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless

Manufacturer specification · HyperX lists no Bluetooth and no analogue input; the supplied cable is described as a charge cable.

HyperX Cloud Alpha – Wireless Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications HyperX Cloud Alpha – Wireless Gaming Headset — official HyperX US product page and technical specifications

HyperX Cloud III

Manufacturer specification · No wireless connection. The USB dongle supports 16- and 24-bit audio (USB 2.0).

HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX US product page and technical specifications

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Impedance

In Visual facts

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless62 ohm

HyperX Cloud III64 ohm

Sources

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless

Manufacturer specification · Listed on the UK page; the US page omits impedance.

HyperX Cloud Alpha – Wireless Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications

HyperX Cloud III

Manufacturer specification · Listed on the UK page only; the US page omits impedance.

HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Driver construction

HyperX Cloud Alpha WirelessDynamic, 50 mm with neodymium magnets, dual-chamber

HyperX Cloud IIIDynamic, 53 mm with neodymium magnets (angled)

Sources

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud Alpha – Wireless Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications

HyperX Cloud III

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications

Check whether the diameter describes the complete transducer or only its diaphragm. Different labels and driver sizes do not establish better sound.

Controls

HyperX Cloud Alpha WirelessOnboard audio controls for volume, mic mute and mic monitoring

HyperX Cloud IIIOnboard ear-cup controls for headphone volume and microphone mute

Sources

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud III

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX US product page and technical specifications

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Wearing style

HyperX Cloud Alpha WirelessOver-ear (circumaural), closed-back wireless gaming headset with aluminium frame

HyperX Cloud IIIOver-ear (circumaural), closed-back wired gaming headset

Sources

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud III

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX US product page and technical specifications

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Rated total harmonic distortion

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless≤ 2%

HyperX Cloud III<2%

Sources

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud Alpha – Wireless Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications

HyperX Cloud III

Manufacturer specification · HyperX does not state the test frequency or level for this figure.

HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX US product page and technical specifications

These published limits can use different input voltages, loudness levels and standards. They cannot establish lower distortion in matched listening conditions.

Driver size

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless50 mm

HyperX Cloud III53 mm

Sources

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud Alpha – Wireless Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications

HyperX Cloud III

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications

Check whether the diameter describes the complete transducer or only its diaphragm. Different labels and driver sizes do not establish better sound.

Rated frequency response

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless15 Hz – 21 kHz

HyperX Cloud III10 Hz – 21 kHz

Sources

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud Alpha – Wireless Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications

HyperX Cloud III

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX US product page and technical specifications

Range endpoints need their stated threshold. They do not describe response flatness or prove better bass, detail or sound quality.

In the box

HyperX Cloud Alpha WirelessHeadset, USB wireless adapter, USB charge cable, detachable microphone, pop filter, quick start guide

HyperX Cloud IIIHeadset, detachable microphone, USB dongle, USB-C to USB-A adapter, quick start guide

Sources

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud III

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Microphone

HyperX Cloud Alpha WirelessDetachable electret condenser, bi-directional, noise-cancelling; −15 dBFS/Pa at 1 kHz

HyperX Cloud IIIDetachable electret condenser, unidirectional, noise-cancelling; −42 dBV (0 dB = 1 V/Pa at 1 kHz)

Sources

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless

Manufacturer specification · HyperX describes the detachable microphone as Discord and TeamSpeak-certified.

HyperX Cloud Alpha – Wireless Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications

HyperX Cloud III

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Rated sensitivity

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless103 dB SPL/mW at 1 kHz

HyperX Cloud III100 dB SPL/mW at 1 kHz

Sources

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless

Manufacturer specification · dB/mW reference.

HyperX Cloud Alpha – Wireless Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications

HyperX Cloud III

Manufacturer specification · dB/mW reference.

HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX US product page and technical specifications

Keep the frequency and voltage or power reference attached. Sensitivity describes output for an input, not sound quality; dB/V and dB/mW are different measures.

Small physical differences (1)

Weight

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless322 g

HyperX Cloud III308 g

Sources

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless

Manufacturer specification · HyperX does not state whether the microphone is included. The US page lists 0.7 lb.

HyperX Cloud III

Manufacturer specification · Without microphone; 320 g with the microphone attached (UK page). The US page lists 0.67 lb / 0.70 lb.

HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX US product page and technical specifications

A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.

Missing or non-comparable evidence (9)

Active noise cancellation

HyperX Cloud Alpha WirelessNot verified

HyperX Cloud IIINot verified

Sources

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless

The reviewed exact sources do not explicitly establish active noise cancellation presence or absence for listening. Preserve separately documented microphone noise reduction, closed construction or passive attenuation; none negates active ANC. · Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud Alpha – Wireless Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications

HyperX Cloud III

HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Battery life

HyperX Cloud Alpha WirelessUp to 300 hours; about 4.5 hours to charge

HyperX Cloud IIINot verified

Sources

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless

Manufacturer specification · HyperX's test condition: 50% headphone volume. The charge time appears on the US page only. Manufacturer footnote [2] describes a fully charged headset plugged via USB to a system, with system and media-player volume at 50%; it does not clearly identify whether that USB wording refers to the headset or its wireless adapter. Retain the rated battery claim, but the exact test connection remains unresolved.

HyperX Cloud III

The reviewed exact sources do not explicitly establish battery life or a whole-device no-battery operating requirement. A wired connection, omitted charger or Battery included N does not establish not-required. · Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Software controls

HyperX Cloud Alpha WirelessHyperX NGENUITY software: battery-life check, equalizer and further customisation

HyperX Cloud IIINot verified

Sources

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud III

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Supplied cables

HyperX Cloud Alpha WirelessNot verified

HyperX Cloud IIIHeadset cable 3.93 ft; USB dongle cable 4.26 ft

Sources

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless

No source recorded for this side.

HyperX Cloud III

Manufacturer specification · HyperX lists imperial lengths only.

HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX US product page and technical specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Frame materials

HyperX Cloud Alpha WirelessNot verified

HyperX Cloud IIIFull metal frame (aluminium)

Sources

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless

No source recorded for this side.

HyperX Cloud III

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX US product page and technical specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Compatibility

HyperX Cloud Alpha WirelessConflicting evidence

HyperX Cloud IIIPC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Mac, mobile

Sources

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless

HyperX's UK and US pages list 'Compatibility: PC' in the specification summary, but the same pages' key-feature list advertises 'Multi-platform compatibility' without naming the platforms. Check the listing for console or mobile support. · Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud III

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Spatial audio

HyperX Cloud Alpha WirelessDTS Headphone:X spatial audio

HyperX Cloud IIINot verified

Sources

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless

Manufacturer specification · HyperX's official US product-page gallery for the Black-Red 4P5D4AA includes an image (03, file hyperx_cloud_alpha_wireless_red_annotated_2_dts_en.jpg) captioned 'DTS® Headphone:X® Spatial Audio', and the UK product page carries a DTS and Headphone:X trademark footnote. Neither page's text describes how it is enabled or on which platforms it works.

HyperX Cloud III

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

USB audio

HyperX Cloud Alpha WirelessUSB 2.0, 24-bit

HyperX Cloud IIINot verified

Sources

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud III

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Wireless range

HyperX Cloud Alpha WirelessUp to 20 m

HyperX Cloud IIINot verified

Sources

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless

Manufacturer specification · HyperX notes range may vary with environmental conditions.

HyperX Cloud Alpha – Wireless Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications

HyperX Cloud III

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

2 shared fields have the same recorded value.

YOUR HEADPHONES. YOUR RULES.

Check against your must-haves

Feature matching for the features you select. It doesn’t rate sound or comfort.

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Choose a starting point, then fine-tune your must-haves.

FINE-TUNE THE DETAILS

Your essentials.

These shortcuts select the features shown above. Check the fit against your own equipment and listening space.

A feature match describes the selected requirements. It doesn’t rate sound or comfort.

Open-back designFor a quiet listening spaceClosed-back designAn enclosed outer earcupDetachable cableUnplug the cable at the headphonesBuilt-in microphoneFor calls and voice chatActive noise cancellationNot the same as a closed back

YOUR CHOICE

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless

Select a feature to check your fit.

YOUR CHOICE

HyperX Cloud III

Select a feature to check your fit.

Feature matching, not a sound-quality score. The specification table links to the evidence for each feature.

WHAT EACH CHOICE ASKS OF YOU

What it brings and what to check

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless

What it brings

HyperX rates the battery at up to 300 hours (tested at 50% headphone volume), with a full charge taking about 4.5 hours according to the US page.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source
The detachable microphone has an LED status indicator, and HyperX lists a wireless range of up to 20 m.
Manufacturer source

What to check

The specification summary names PC, while a feature bullet claims multi-platform compatibility without naming platforms. The documented audio connection uses the 2.4 GHz USB adapter; other input support is not explicitly established.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source
The manufacturer’s “noise-cancelling” description applies to the microphone. The reviewed exact sources do not explicitly establish active noise cancellation for listening.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source

HyperX Cloud III

What it brings

One headset covers 3.5 mm, USB-C and USB-A: the 3.5 mm plug suits devices with a headphone jack, and the supplied USB dongle and adapter cover USB-C and USB-A ports.
Manufacturer source
HyperX lists compatibility with PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Mac and mobile.
Manufacturer source

What to check

The documented audio connections are 3.5 mm and the supplied USB dongle. The “noise-cancelling” label applies to the microphone; active noise cancellation for listening remains unestablished.
Manufacturer source
HyperX lists 308 g without the microphone and 320 g with it, and publishes cable lengths only in feet on its US page.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source

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Full specifications

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Differences only

24 of 24 specifications Sources in each row

Source-backed specifications for HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless and HyperX Cloud III
Specification	HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless	HyperX Cloud III

Wearing styleDifferent Sources HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud Alpha – Wireless Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications HyperX Cloud Alpha – Wireless Gaming Headset — official HyperX US product page and technical specifications HyperX Cloud III Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX US product page and technical specifications	Over-ear (circumaural), closed-back wireless gaming headset with aluminium frame	Over-ear (circumaural), closed-back wired gaming headset
WeightDifferent Sources HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Manufacturer specification · HyperX does not state whether the microphone is included. The US page lists 0.7 lb. HyperX Cloud Alpha – Wireless Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications HyperX Cloud Alpha – Wireless Gaming Headset — official HyperX US product page and technical specifications HyperX Cloud III Manufacturer specification · Without microphone; 320 g with the microphone attached (UK page). The US page lists 0.67 lb / 0.70 lb. HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX US product page and technical specifications	322 g	308 g
Acoustic designDifferent Sources HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud Alpha – Wireless Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications HyperX Cloud III Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications	Closed-back, dual-chamber driver design	Closed-back
Ear cushions Sources HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud Alpha – Wireless Gaming Headset — official HyperX US product page and technical specifications HyperX Cloud III Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX US product page and technical specifications	Memory foam with premium leatherette	Memory foam with premium leatherette
Frame materials Sources HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless No source recorded. HyperX Cloud III Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX US product page and technical specifications	Not provided	Full metal frame (aluminium)

Wired / wireless connectionsDifferent Sources HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Manufacturer specification · HyperX lists no Bluetooth and no analogue input; the supplied cable is described as a charge cable. HyperX Cloud Alpha – Wireless Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications HyperX Cloud Alpha – Wireless Gaming Headset — official HyperX US product page and technical specifications HyperX Cloud III Manufacturer specification · No wireless connection. The USB dongle supports 16- and 24-bit audio (USB 2.0). HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX US product page and technical specifications	2.4 GHz wireless via the supplied USB wireless adapter; USB cable for charging	Wired: 3.5 mm, plus a USB dongle for USB-C, and USB-A via the supplied adapter
Battery life Sources HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Manufacturer specification · HyperX's test condition: 50% headphone volume. The charge time appears on the US page only. Manufacturer footnote [2] describes a fully charged headset plugged via USB to a system, with system and media-player volume at 50%; it does not clearly identify whether that USB wording refers to the headset or its wireless adapter. Retain the rated battery claim, but the exact test connection remains unresolved. HyperX Cloud Alpha – Wireless Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications HyperX Cloud Alpha – Wireless Gaming Headset — official HyperX US product page and technical specifications HyperX Cloud III The reviewed exact sources do not explicitly establish battery life or a whole-device no-battery operating requirement. A wired connection, omitted charger or Battery included N does not establish not-required. · Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications	Up to 300 hours; about 4.5 hours to charge	Not listed by the manufacturer
Wireless range Sources HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Manufacturer specification · HyperX notes range may vary with environmental conditions. HyperX Cloud Alpha – Wireless Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications HyperX Cloud III No source recorded.	Up to 20 m	Not provided
USB audio Sources HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud Alpha – Wireless Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications HyperX Cloud Alpha – Wireless Gaming Headset — official HyperX US product page and technical specifications HyperX Cloud III No source recorded.	USB 2.0, 24-bit	Not provided
Compatibility Sources HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless HyperX's UK and US pages list 'Compatibility: PC' in the specification summary, but the same pages' key-feature list advertises 'Multi-platform compatibility' without naming the platforms. Check the listing for console or mobile support. · Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud Alpha – Wireless Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications HyperX Cloud Alpha – Wireless Gaming Headset — official HyperX US product page and technical specifications HyperX Cloud III Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications	Conflicting sources	PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X\|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Mac, mobile
Supplied cables Sources HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless No source recorded. HyperX Cloud III Manufacturer specification · HyperX lists imperial lengths only. HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX US product page and technical specifications	Not provided	Headset cable 3.93 ft; USB dongle cable 4.26 ft

Driver constructionDifferent Sources HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud Alpha – Wireless Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications HyperX Cloud III Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications	Dynamic, 50 mm with neodymium magnets, dual-chamber	Dynamic, 53 mm with neodymium magnets (angled)
Driver sizeDifferent Sources HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud Alpha – Wireless Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications HyperX Cloud III Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications	50 mm	53 mm
Rated frequency responseDifferent Sources HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud Alpha – Wireless Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications HyperX Cloud III Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX US product page and technical specifications	15 Hz – 21 kHz	10 Hz – 21 kHz
ImpedanceDifferent Sources HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Manufacturer specification · Listed on the UK page; the US page omits impedance. HyperX Cloud Alpha – Wireless Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications HyperX Cloud III Manufacturer specification · Listed on the UK page only; the US page omits impedance. HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications	62 ohm	64 ohm
Rated sensitivityDifferent Sources HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Manufacturer specification · dB/mW reference. HyperX Cloud Alpha – Wireless Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications HyperX Cloud III Manufacturer specification · dB/mW reference. HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX US product page and technical specifications	103 dB SPL/mW at 1 kHz	100 dB SPL/mW at 1 kHz
Rated total harmonic distortionDifferent Sources HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud Alpha – Wireless Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications HyperX Cloud III Manufacturer specification · HyperX does not state the test frequency or level for this figure. HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX US product page and technical specifications	≤ 2%	<2%
Spatial audio Sources HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Manufacturer specification · HyperX's official US product-page gallery for the Black-Red 4P5D4AA includes an image (03, file hyperx_cloud_alpha_wireless_red_annotated_2_dts_en.jpg) captioned 'DTS® Headphone:X® Spatial Audio', and the UK product page carries a DTS and Headphone:X trademark footnote. Neither page's text describes how it is enabled or on which platforms it works. HyperX Cloud Alpha – Wireless Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications HyperX Cloud Alpha – Wireless Gaming Headset — official HyperX US product page and technical specifications HyperX Cloud III No source recorded.	DTS Headphone:X spatial audio	Not provided

Microphone Sources HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Manufacturer specification · Detachable bi-directional, noise-cancelling microphone with LED status indicator; pop filter supplied. HyperX Cloud Alpha – Wireless Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications HyperX Cloud III Manufacturer specification · Detachable 10 mm electret condenser microphone, unidirectional, noise-cancelling, with LED mute indicator. HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications	Yes	Yes
MicrophoneDifferent Sources HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Manufacturer specification · HyperX describes the detachable microphone as Discord and TeamSpeak-certified. HyperX Cloud Alpha – Wireless Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications HyperX Cloud III Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications	Detachable electret condenser, bi-directional, noise-cancelling; −15 dBFS/Pa at 1 kHz	Detachable electret condenser, unidirectional, noise-cancelling; −42 dBV (0 dB = 1 V/Pa at 1 kHz)

ControlsDifferent Sources HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud Alpha – Wireless Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications HyperX Cloud Alpha – Wireless Gaming Headset — official HyperX US product page and technical specifications HyperX Cloud III Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX US product page and technical specifications	Onboard audio controls for volume, mic mute and mic monitoring	Onboard ear-cup controls for headphone volume and microphone mute
Software controls Sources HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud Alpha – Wireless Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications HyperX Cloud Alpha – Wireless Gaming Headset — official HyperX US product page and technical specifications HyperX Cloud III No source recorded.	HyperX NGENUITY software: battery-life check, equalizer and further customisation	Not provided

In the boxDifferent Sources HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud Alpha – Wireless Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications HyperX Cloud Alpha – Wireless Gaming Headset — official HyperX US product page and technical specifications HyperX Cloud III Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications	Headset, USB wireless adapter, USB charge cable, detachable microphone, pop filter, quick start guide	Headset, detachable microphone, USB dongle, USB-C to USB-A adapter, quick start guide

Show unverified (1)Not verified, not provided or conflicting for both products. Kept for completeness; never counted as a difference.

Specifications without verified values for either product
Active noise cancellation Sources HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless The reviewed exact sources do not explicitly establish active noise cancellation presence or absence for listening. Preserve separately documented microphone noise reduction, closed construction or passive attenuation; none negates active ANC. · Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud Alpha – Wireless Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications HyperX Cloud III The reviewed exact sources do not explicitly establish active noise cancellation presence or absence for listening. Preserve separately documented microphone noise reduction, closed construction or passive attenuation; none negates active ANC. · Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud III – Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications	Not listed by the manufacturer	Not listed by the manufacturer

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