Detailed comparison and review of HyperX Cloud Alpha S and Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | HyperX Cloud Alpha S | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ |
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Product Type | Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack, USB-C | |
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Height | 19.934 cm | 20.4 cm | |
Width | 13.5 cm | 19.5 cm | |
Depth | 9.23 cm | 4.8 cm | |
Weight | 321 g | 290.3 g | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ are lighter than HyperX Cloud Alpha S headphones. |
Colour | Blackout | Black | Matte black | |
Body Material | Aluminium | - | |
Earpad Material | Leatherette | - | |
Recommended Use | Game console, computer | - |
SOUND QUALITY | HyperX Cloud Alpha S | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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Ear Cups Type | Closed | - | |
Connectivity Technology | Wired | Wireless, wired | |
Wireless Technology | - | Bluetooth | |
Bluetooth Audio Codec | - | SBC, aptX | |
Active Noise Cancelling | - | Yes | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Sound Effects | 7.1 Channel Virtual Surround Sound | - | |
Frequency Response | 13 - 27000 Hz | 20 - 20000 Hz | HyperX Cloud Alpha S offer a larger frequency range than Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+. |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | <1% | - | |
Sensitivity | 98 dB | - | |
Impedance | 65 Ohm | - | |
Max Sound Pressure | - | 115 dB | |
Diaphragm | 50 mm | 40 mm | HyperX Cloud Alpha S have a thicker diaphragm than Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+. |
Magnet Material | Neodymium | - |
MICROPHONE | HyperX Cloud Alpha S | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ |
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Form Factor | Detachable headset microphone | Built-in | |
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Type | Boom | - | |
Microphone Technology | Electret condenser | - | |
Microphone Operation Mode | Bi-directional | - | |
Frequency Response | 50 - 18000 Hz | - | |
Sensitivity | -38 dBV/Pascal | - |
REMOTE CONTROL | HyperX Cloud Alpha S | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ |
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Controls | Volume, microphone on/off, microphone volume | Volume, power on/off, mute button, noise-cancellation suspend button, Microsoft Teams button |
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CABLE | HyperX Cloud Alpha S | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ |
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Cable Type | Headset cable - 1 m | Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m USB-C cable - detachable - 1.5 m |
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Cable Length | 1 m | - | |
Detachable Cable | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | HyperX Cloud Alpha S | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ |
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Features | - | Wear detection |
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BATTERY AND CHARGING | HyperX Cloud Alpha S | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ |
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Battery Type | - | Headphone battery rechargeable | |
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Battery Life | - | 18.5 hour(s) | |
Battery Life Details | - | Continuous playback: up to 18.5 hours Continuous talk: up to 15 hours |
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Charging Time | - | 2 hour(s) |
CONNECTIONS | HyperX Cloud Alpha S | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ |
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Connector Type | Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) | Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) USB (USB Type-C) |
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OTHERS | HyperX Cloud Alpha S | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ |
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Included Accessories | Ear cushion, travel bag, external USB control box | Carrying case, Surface USB Link | |
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Compatibility | Mac, Windows | iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Mac, Windows | |
Software Certification | - | Certified for Microsoft Teams | |
Service & Support | Limited warranty - 2 years | Limited warranty - 1 year |