HyperX Cloud Alpha S vs. Philips TAH8506

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of HyperX Cloud Alpha S and Philips TAH8506. 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.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

HyperX Cloud Alpha S vs. Philips TAH8506 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HyperX Cloud Alpha S Philips TAH8506
Product Type Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 2.5 mm jack
Height 19.934 cm 20.5 cm
Width 13.5 cm 18.5 cm
Depth 9.23 cm 4.5 cm
Weight 321 g 279 g Philips TAH8506 are lighter than HyperX Cloud Alpha S headphones.
Colour Blackout | Black Black | White
Body Material Aluminium -
Earpad Material Leatherette -
Recommended Use Game console, computer -
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
High-Resolution Audio - Yes
SOUND QUALITY HyperX Cloud Alpha S Philips TAH8506
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed Open
Adjustable Headband - Yes
Foldable - Yes Philips TAH8506 can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless, wired
Wireless Technology - Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 5.0
Bluetooth Profiles - Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Philips TAH8506 are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling Pro
Sound Output Mode Stereo -
Sound Effects 7.1 Channel Virtual Surround Sound -
Frequency Response 13 - 27000 Hz 7 - 40000 Hz Philips TAH8506 offer a larger frequency range than HyperX Cloud Alpha S.
Max Input Power - 30 mW
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) <1% -
Sensitivity 98 dB 105 dB Philips TAH8506 have higher sensitivity than HyperX Cloud Alpha S.
Impedance 65 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 50 mm 40 mm HyperX Cloud Alpha S have a thicker diaphragm than Philips TAH8506.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
MICROPHONE HyperX Cloud Alpha S Philips TAH8506
Form Factor Detachable headset microphone Built-in
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 Philips TAH8506
Controls Volume, microphone on/off, microphone volume Volume
CABLE HyperX Cloud Alpha S Philips TAH8506
Cable Type Headset cable - 1 m USB-C charge cable - detachable - 50 cm
Headphones cable - 1.2 m
Airplane connection adapter
Cable Length 1 m -
Detachable Cable Yes Yes
FEATURES HyperX Cloud Alpha S Philips TAH8506
Features - Touch control, Multipoint Pairing
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Voice Control - Indirect
Intelligent Assistant - Google Assistant ready, Siri ready
BATTERY AND CHARGING HyperX Cloud Alpha S Philips TAH8506
Battery Type - Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Capacity - 800 mAh
Battery Life - 60 hour(s)
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 60 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 45 hours
Continuous talk: up to 45 hours
Charging Time - 2 hour(s)
CONNECTIONS HyperX Cloud Alpha S Philips TAH8506
Connector Type Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) USB (power only) (USB Type-C)
OTHERS HyperX Cloud Alpha S Philips TAH8506
Included Accessories Ear cushion, travel bag, external USB control box Hard case
Compatibility Mac, Windows -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 2 year / 3 incidents
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