HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless

I originally had these a couple years ago and made the mistake of getting rid of them for “better” headphones. That turned out to be a terrible decision because everything I used after either broke quickly or just didn’t sound as good. After going through multiple headsets, I realized these were easily the most reliable and well-rounded. They also look really clean and simple, not bulky or ugly like a lot of other gaming headsets. I definitely regret giving them away, and I won’t be doing that again. The sound quality is really strong, especially for the price. They get very loud, and the bass hits hard without sounding messy. Even at lower volumes, they block out most outside noise, which makes them great for gaming or focusing. Everything sounds clear, whether it’s music, games, or voice chat. They’re also super lightweight and comfortable, so you can wear them for long sessions without any discomfort. The microphone is honestly one of the best parts. It sounds clear and doesn’t have that muffled or cheap quality a lot of budget headsets have. The flip-to-mute feature is really convenient and easy to use. They’re also surprisingly durable and hold up well over time, which is something I didn’t appreciate until I used worse headsets. Overall, these are one of the best budget headsets you can get. Easy 10/10.

LeAnn I. Allen · 2026-04-25 · via amazon

I purchased these because my old ones needed to be replaced. I had the same headset since 2021 and they held up so well, I purchased a new set! The sound quality slid really good and I never had any issues. They’re also very comfy on the ears. While I would like to have an actual mute button for the mic, the microphone can be muted by lifting the mic upwards. Overall, I could recommended these to anyone!

Leah Hansen · 2026-03-11 · via amazon

Updated review. The return was processed within a few minutes of dropping off the return. 5 stars for Amazon returns team. Amazon's part. I ordered the "new" set of these and the order remained un-shipped until the arrival date came and went. Amazon never shipped them. I ended up canceling the order. Zero stars for that. Ordered a "used like new" from Amazon returns. That arrived literally the next morning. Again 5 stars for Amazon Returns. The used like new still had the sticky protective tape all over the shiny bits. The box was open but it didn't even appear to have ever been out of the box. Amazon Returns 5 stars. Replacement which is "Used" sounds great. No more buzzing bees. Lightweight. The ear pieces actually fit my head but just barely. The sound quality is excellent and I'm not using their add-on software. Just the built in windows "Spacial headphones" feature. Original Review: Returned and reordered. Sounds like a swarm of angry bees trying to escape into your ear canal.

Charles Taylor · 2026-03-29 · via amazon

This is nice low budget headset. I used it exclusively for gaming on my PS5. Works out of the box not issues. I had an older HyperX Cloud Stinger headset and it was pretty good. But this one is better. It fits my head better than that older one did. And the volume dial is better than the slider. Sound quality on this Stinger 2 is good, and the mic works well. The flip up mic mute works well also. This is a relatively inexpensive gaming headset and great bargain. I would get it again if needed. Update: After using these for a while there is one thing that could be better on these. The pads/foam for the ear cups could be thicker. Over time I find that the inside is pushing on my ears. My ears do not stick out far from my head. I do wear glasses but most over the ear headphones don't do this. So, at this point I would not get these again if needed. Update: I have been using these a bit and would have to downgrade my original review to a 3 star. This might not apply to everyone but I have found that the ear cups are not deep enough. There needs to be a bit more foam so the speaker cover doesn't press on my ears. My ears do not stick out far from my head so I am thinking this may be an issue for others. Quality wise these are good and they sound good.

Jaime C. Mantel · 2024-07-01 · via amazon

The sound quality is very good and the mic works very well. Your ears will get hot, but that's true of all "over the ear" headsets/headphones. They are comfortable and not heavy.

Amazon Customer · 2026-05-03 · via amazon

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