HyperX Cloud Alpha vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of HyperX Cloud Alpha and SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7. 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 Nova 7 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HyperX Cloud Alpha SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7
Product Type Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headset - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless
Height - 19.9 cm
Width - 16.8 cm
Depth - 8.66 cm
Weight 336 g 322 g SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 are lighter than HyperX Cloud Alpha headphones.
Colour Black, red | Black Black
Body Material Aluminium Memory foam, airweave
Earpad Material Memory foam -
Headband Material Leatherette -
Recommended Use Game console, portable electronics, computer Game console, portable electronics, computer
Gaming - Yes
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 12 m
SOUND QUALITY HyperX Cloud Alpha SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Adjustable Headband Yes -
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless
Wireless Technology - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 5.0
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - 360° Spatial Audio
Frequency Response 13 - 27000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz HyperX Cloud Alpha offer a larger frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) <1% 1% Both headphones have the same total harmonic distortion.
Sensitivity 98 dB 93 dB HyperX Cloud Alpha have higher sensitivity than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7.
Impedance 65 Ohm 36 Ohm
Diaphragm 50 mm -
Magnet Material Neodymium -
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE HyperX Cloud Alpha SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7
Form Factor Detachable headset microphone Headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode Bi-directional Bi-directional
Noise Cancelling Yes Yes The microphones on both headphones can cancel out ambient noise.
Noise Cancelling Technology - AI Powered Environmental Noise Cancellation
Frequency Response 50 - 18000 Hz 100 - 6500 Hz HyperX Cloud Alpha offer a larger microphone frequency range than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7.
Sensitivity -43 dBV/Pascal -38 dBV/Pascal
REMOTE CONTROL HyperX Cloud Alpha SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7
Controls Volume, microphone on/off Volume, power on/off, microphone on/mute, pair mode, chat mix controls, Bluetooth
CABLE HyperX Cloud Alpha SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7
Cable Type Headset cable - detachable - 1.3 m
Headset extension cable - 2 m
USB-C to USB-A extension cable - detachable - 1.5 m
USB-C to USB-A cable - detachable - 1.5 m
Cable Length 1.3 m -
Detachable Cable Yes -
BATTERY AND CHARGING HyperX Cloud Alpha SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7
Battery Type - Headset battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity - 620 mAh
Battery Life Details - Continuous hearing (2.4 GHz): up to 38 hours
Continuous hearing (2.4 GHz / Bluetooth): up to 26 hours
CONNECTIONS HyperX Cloud Alpha SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7
Connector Type Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) USB (power only) (24 pin USB-C)
OTHERS HyperX Cloud Alpha SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7
Included Accessories Detachable microphone USB-C wireless transmitter
Compatibility Mac, Windows -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 1 year
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