HyperX Cloud Alpha vs. SteelSeries Arctis 9X

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of HyperX Cloud Alpha and SteelSeries Arctis 9X. 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 vs. SteelSeries Arctis 9X Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HyperX Cloud Alpha SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Product Type Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headset - Bluetooth - wireless
Weight 336 g -
Colour Black, red | Black Black
Body Material Aluminium -
Earpad Material Memory foam Cloth
Headband Material Leatherette Steel
Recommended Use Game console, portable electronics, computer Game console, portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 6 m
SOUND QUALITY HyperX Cloud Alpha SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Adjustable Headband Yes Yes
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless
Wireless Technology - Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 4.1
Bluetooth Profiles - Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP)
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 13 - 27000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz HyperX Cloud Alpha offer a larger frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) <1% <3% HyperX Cloud Alpha have lower total harmonic distortion than HyperX Cloud Alpha.
Sensitivity 98 dB 98 dB Both headphones offer the same sensitivity.
Impedance 65 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 50 mm 40 mm HyperX Cloud Alpha have a thicker diaphragm than SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE HyperX Cloud Alpha SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Form Factor Detachable headset microphone Headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode Bi-directional Bi-directional
Noise Cancelling Yes - HyperX Cloud Alpha microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Frequency Response 50 - 18000 Hz 100 - 10000 Hz HyperX Cloud Alpha offer a larger microphone frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis 9X.
Sensitivity -43 dBV/Pascal -38 dBV/Pascal
Microphone Features - Mute function, retractable microphone
REMOTE CONTROL HyperX Cloud Alpha SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Controls Volume, microphone on/off Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, equaliser preset
CABLE HyperX Cloud Alpha SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Cable Type Headset cable - detachable - 1.3 m
Headset extension cable - 2 m
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Cable Length 1.3 m -
Detachable Cable Yes -
BATTERY AND CHARGING HyperX Cloud Alpha SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Battery Type - Headset battery rechargeable
Battery Life - 20 hour(s)
CONNECTIONS HyperX Cloud Alpha SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Connector Type Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) Audio line-out (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS HyperX Cloud Alpha SteelSeries Arctis 9X
Included Accessories Detachable microphone USB charging cable
Compatibility Mac, Windows -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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