GoKawiilHyperX launches $149.99 Cloud Alpha Air open-back gaming headset
HyperX has released the Cloud Alpha Air, a wired over-ear open-back gaming headset priced at $149.99. It uses 40mm drivers with a 20-20,000 Hz frequency range and a proprietary 'HyperX Bass Tube' designed to preserve bass response despite the open-back design, and it ships with a detachable boom microphone. Tom's Hardware measured the headset at roughly 10 ounces without the mic and cable, making it one of HyperX's lightest models.
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The launch positions HyperX to compete in the open-back gaming headset category against pricier rivals like the Audeze LCD-GX and Turtle Beach Atlas Air, suggesting the company sees demand for more affordable open-back options. The reviewer notes it lacks compatibility with HyperX's Ngenuity software, which could limit customization for users accustomed to that ecosystem, though the review argues the software isn't essential for basic use.
- Cloud Alpha Air is a $149.99 wired open-back gaming headset from HyperX.
- It features 40mm drivers, a 20-20,000 Hz range, and a 'HyperX Bass Tube' for bass retention.
- At roughly 10 ounces, it's one of HyperX's lightest headsets but doesn't support Ngenuity software.
HyperX Cloud Alpha Air Headset — This is the exact headset reviewed—an open-back design with 40mm drivers and HyperX's Bass Tube tech for immersive, comfortable long gaming sessions. It's a great budget-friendly entry into open-back audio if you're curious after reading the review.
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