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HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless vs HyperX Cloud MIX 2

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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

Higher stated impedance: 62 ohm vs 32 ohm

Choose the Cloud MIX 2 for

Both wired and wireless connections
Lower stated impedance: 32 ohm vs 62 ohm

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THE CONTENDER

HyperX Cloud MIX 2

7P5J2AA · Black · wireless ANC

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The Cloud MIX 2 (SKU 7P5J2AA, black) is HyperX's closed-back, over-ear wireless headphone with hybrid active noise cancellation, a Transparency mode and built-in microphones with AI noise reduction. It connects through a 2.4 GHz USB-C dongle that stows in the ear cup, Bluetooth 5.3 LE Audio, or a supplied 3.5 mm cable, uses 40 mm dynamic drivers, and is rated for up to 110 hours on Bluetooth with noise control off (70 hours with ANC). The headset weighs 270 g, and HyperX lists a two-year warranty.

Specifications checked 27 Sept 2026.

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Manufacturer specifications

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THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE

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Differences first. Select a topic for its graphic, sources and conditions.

How to read this comparison

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“Different” means the known values differ, not that one is better.
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 MIX 232 Ω

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

Full specifications ↓

15 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 MIX 2Closed-back

Sources

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless

Manufacturer specification

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

HyperX Cloud MIX 2

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specifications HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store product page and technical 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 MIX 2Wireless: 2.4 GHz via USB-C dongle (with extension adapter) and Bluetooth 5.3 LE Audio; wired via the detachable 1.2 m 3.5 mm TRS audio cable; USB-C to USB-A cable for charging

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 MIX 2

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specifications HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store product page and technical specifications

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Battery life

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

HyperX Cloud MIX 2Bluetooth: up to 110 hours (noise control off), 84 hours (Transparency), 70 hours (ANC); 2.4 GHz dongle: up to 72 hours (noise control off), 53 hours (Transparency), 52 hours (ANC)

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 MIX 2

Manufacturer specification · Tested at 50% headphone volume, continuous playback; actual battery life varies with use and capacity decreases over time.

HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specifications HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store product page and technical specifications

Manufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.

Impedance

In Visual facts

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless62 ohm

HyperX Cloud MIX 232 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 MIX 2

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical 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 MIX 2Dynamic, 40 mm, with neodymium magnets

Sources

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless

Manufacturer specification

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

HyperX Cloud MIX 2

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specifications HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store product page and technical specifications

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

Software controls

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

HyperX Cloud MIX 2HyperX NGENUITY software (Microsoft Store, Apple App Store, Google Play): tuned audio profiles and EQ presets

Sources

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud MIX 2

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specifications

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

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Controls

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

HyperX Cloud MIX 2Volume, multifunction button, mic mute/sidetone, noise control mode

Sources

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud MIX 2

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specifications HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store 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 MIX 2Over-ear (circumaural), closed-back wireless headphones with built-in microphones

Sources

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud MIX 2

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specifications HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store product page and technical specifications

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Driver size

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless50 mm

HyperX Cloud MIX 240 mm

Sources

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless

Manufacturer specification

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

HyperX Cloud MIX 2

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specifications HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store product page and technical specifications

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

Ear cushions

HyperX Cloud Alpha WirelessMemory foam with premium leatherette

HyperX Cloud MIX 2Memory foam and leatherette

Sources

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless

Manufacturer specification

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

HyperX Cloud MIX 2

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specifications HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store product page and technical specifications

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Rated frequency response

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless15 Hz – 21 kHz

HyperX Cloud MIX 220 Hz – 20 kHz

Sources

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless

Manufacturer specification

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

HyperX Cloud MIX 2

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specifications HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store 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 MIX 2Headphones, 2.4 GHz USB Type-C wireless dongle, extension adapter, USB charging cable, 3.5 mm audio cable, carrying case, quick start guide

Sources

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud MIX 2

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specifications HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store product page and technical 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 MIX 2Built-in MEMS; omni-directional; −13.4 dBFS at 1 kHz; AI noise reduction

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 MIX 2

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specifications HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store product page and technical 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 MIX 297 ±3 dB SPL at 1 kHz (1 mW)

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 MIX 2

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specifications HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store 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.

Weight

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless322 g

HyperX Cloud MIX 2270 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 MIX 2

Manufacturer specification · Headset only; HyperX lists the low-latency USB dongle (2.5 g) and extension adapter (8.0 g) separately. The US page gives the headset as .59 lb.

HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specifications HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store product page and technical specifications

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

Missing or non-comparable evidence (11)

Active noise cancellation

HyperX Cloud Alpha WirelessNot verified

HyperX Cloud MIX 2Yes

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 MIX 2

Manufacturer specification · Hybrid ANC; no attenuation figure is published.

HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specifications HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store product page and technical specifications

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

Bluetooth codecs

HyperX Cloud Alpha WirelessNot verified

HyperX Cloud MIX 2SBC, MPEG-2 AAC-LC, LE Audio

Sources

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless

No source recorded for this side.

HyperX Cloud MIX 2

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store product page and technical specifications

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

Bluetooth version and profiles

HyperX Cloud Alpha WirelessNot verified

HyperX Cloud MIX 2Bluetooth 5.3; A2DP, AVCTP, AVDTP, AVRCP, RFCOMM, GAVDP, HFP, SPP, IOP, DID, HID, HSP, PBAP

Sources

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless

No source recorded for this side.

HyperX Cloud MIX 2

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store product page and technical specifications

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

Charge time

HyperX Cloud Alpha WirelessNot verified

HyperX Cloud MIX 23 hours

Sources

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless

No source recorded for this side.

HyperX Cloud MIX 2

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store product page and technical specifications

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

Charging

HyperX Cloud Alpha WirelessNot verified

HyperX Cloud MIX 2USB charging cable (USB-C to USB-A)

Sources

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless

No source recorded for this side.

HyperX Cloud MIX 2

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specifications HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store product page and technical specifications

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

Low-latency link

HyperX Cloud Alpha WirelessNot verified

HyperX Cloud MIX 22.4 GHz USB-C dongle with latency as low as 20 ms; the dongle stores in the ear cup

Sources

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless

No source recorded for this side.

HyperX Cloud MIX 2

Manufacturer specification · HyperX notes performance figures are typical component-manufacturer specifications and may vary. The dongle is described as compatible with Android and iOS devices with USB-C.

HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specifications

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

Construction

HyperX Cloud Alpha WirelessNot verified

HyperX Cloud MIX 2Stainless steel frame with aluminium forks

Sources

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless

No source recorded for this side.

HyperX Cloud MIX 2

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store 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 MIX 2PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, Steam Deck, 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 MIX 2

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specifications HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store product page and technical 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 MIX 2Not 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 MIX 2

No source recorded for this side.

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

Transparency mode

HyperX Cloud Alpha WirelessNot verified

HyperX Cloud MIX 2Yes

Sources

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless

No source recorded for this side.

HyperX Cloud MIX 2

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specifications

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 MIX 2Not verified

Sources

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless

Manufacturer specification

HyperX Cloud MIX 2

No source recorded for this side.

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

3 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.

Start with your listening setup.

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 MIX 2

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 MIX 2

What it brings

Battery life is published for each mode and connection — up to 70 hours with ANC on Bluetooth and 52 hours with ANC on the 2.4 GHz dongle — tested at 50% volume.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source
Three ways to connect — the 2.4 GHz USB-C dongle (latency as low as 20 ms), Bluetooth 5.3 LE Audio and a detachable 3.5 mm cable — with the dongle stored in the ear cup.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source
The headset's audio controls include a noise-control mode for hybrid ANC and Transparency, and EQ presets are available in HyperX NGENUITY.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source

What to check

Voice pickup uses built-in microphones rather than a boom microphone, and Xbox is not in the compatibility list.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source
HyperX rates distortion at up to 2% without stating the test level, and publishes no ANC attenuation figure.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source

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Source-backed specifications for HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless and HyperX Cloud MIX 2
Specification	HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless	HyperX Cloud MIX 2

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 MIX 2 Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specifications HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store product page and technical specifications	Over-ear (circumaural), closed-back wireless gaming headset with aluminium frame	Over-ear (circumaural), closed-back wireless headphones with built-in microphones
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 MIX 2 Manufacturer specification · Headset only; HyperX lists the low-latency USB dongle (2.5 g) and extension adapter (8.0 g) separately. The US page gives the headset as .59 lb. HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specifications HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store product page and technical specifications	322 g	270 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 MIX 2 Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specifications HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store product page and technical specifications	Closed-back, dual-chamber driver design	Closed-back
Ear cushionsDifferent Sources HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud Alpha – Wireless Gaming Headset — official HyperX US product page and technical specifications HyperX Cloud MIX 2 Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specifications HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store product page and technical specifications	Memory foam with premium leatherette	Memory foam and leatherette
Construction Sources HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless No source recorded. HyperX Cloud MIX 2 Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store product page and technical specifications	Not provided	Stainless steel frame with aluminium forks

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 MIX 2 Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specifications HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store product page and technical specifications	2.4 GHz wireless via the supplied USB wireless adapter; USB cable for charging	Wireless: 2.4 GHz via USB-C dongle (with extension adapter) and Bluetooth 5.3 LE Audio; wired via the detachable 1.2 m 3.5 mm TRS audio cable; USB-C to USB-A cable for charging
Battery lifeDifferent 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 MIX 2 Manufacturer specification · Tested at 50% headphone volume, continuous playback; actual battery life varies with use and capacity decreases over time. HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specifications HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store product page and technical specifications	Up to 300 hours; about 4.5 hours to charge	Bluetooth: up to 110 hours (noise control off), 84 hours (Transparency), 70 hours (ANC); 2.4 GHz dongle: up to 72 hours (noise control off), 53 hours (Transparency), 52 hours (ANC)
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 MIX 2 Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specifications HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store product page and technical specifications	Up to 20 m	Up to 20 m
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 MIX 2 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 MIX 2 Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specifications HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store product page and technical specifications	Conflicting sources	PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, Steam Deck, mobile
Bluetooth version and profiles Sources HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless No source recorded. HyperX Cloud MIX 2 Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store product page and technical specifications	Not provided	Bluetooth 5.3; A2DP, AVCTP, AVDTP, AVRCP, RFCOMM, GAVDP, HFP, SPP, IOP, DID, HID, HSP, PBAP
Bluetooth codecs Sources HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless No source recorded. HyperX Cloud MIX 2 Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store product page and technical specifications	Not provided	SBC, MPEG-2 AAC-LC, LE Audio
Low-latency link Sources HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless No source recorded. HyperX Cloud MIX 2 Manufacturer specification · HyperX notes performance figures are typical component-manufacturer specifications and may vary. The dongle is described as compatible with Android and iOS devices with USB-C. HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specifications	Not provided	2.4 GHz USB-C dongle with latency as low as 20 ms; the dongle stores in the ear cup
Charge time Sources HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless No source recorded. HyperX Cloud MIX 2 Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store product page and technical specifications	Not provided	3 hours
Charging Sources HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless No source recorded. HyperX Cloud MIX 2 Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specifications HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store product page and technical specifications	Not provided	USB charging cable (USB-C to USB-A)

Driver constructionDifferent Sources HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud Alpha – Wireless Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications HyperX Cloud MIX 2 Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specifications HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store product page and technical specifications	Dynamic, 50 mm with neodymium magnets, dual-chamber	Dynamic, 40 mm, with neodymium magnets
Driver sizeDifferent Sources HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud Alpha – Wireless Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications HyperX Cloud MIX 2 Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specifications HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store product page and technical specifications	50 mm	40 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 MIX 2 Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specifications HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store product page and technical specifications	15 Hz – 21 kHz	20 Hz – 20 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 MIX 2 Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specifications	62 ohm	32 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 MIX 2 Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specifications HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store product page and technical specifications	103 dB SPL/mW at 1 kHz	97 ±3 dB SPL at 1 kHz (1 mW)
Rated total harmonic distortion Sources HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud Alpha – Wireless Gaming Headset — official HyperX UK product page and specifications HyperX Cloud MIX 2 Manufacturer specification · No test level or frequency is stated. HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specifications HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store 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 MIX 2 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 MIX 2 Manufacturer specification · Built-in microphones with AI noise reduction; no boom microphone is listed. HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specifications HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store product page and technical specifications	Yes	Yes
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 MIX 2 Manufacturer specification · Hybrid ANC; no attenuation figure is published. HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specifications HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store product page and technical specifications	Not listed by the manufacturer	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 MIX 2 Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specifications HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store product page and technical specifications	Detachable electret condenser, bi-directional, noise-cancelling; −15 dBFS/Pa at 1 kHz	Built-in MEMS; omni-directional; −13.4 dBFS at 1 kHz; AI noise reduction
Transparency mode Sources HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless No source recorded. HyperX Cloud MIX 2 Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specifications	Not provided	Yes

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 MIX 2 Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specifications HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store product page and technical specifications	Onboard audio controls for volume, mic mute and mic monitoring	Volume, multifunction button, mic mute/sidetone, noise control mode
Software 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 MIX 2 Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specifications	HyperX NGENUITY software: battery-life check, equalizer and further customisation	HyperX NGENUITY software (Microsoft Store, Apple App Store, Google Play): tuned audio profiles and EQ presets

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 MIX 2 Manufacturer specification HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official UK store product page and technical specifications HyperX Cloud MIX 2 — official US store product page and technical specifications	Headset, USB wireless adapter, USB charge cable, detachable microphone, pop filter, quick start guide	Headphones, 2.4 GHz USB Type-C wireless dongle, extension adapter, USB charging cable, 3.5 mm audio cable, carrying case, quick start guide

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