HyperX Cloud Alpha vs. SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of HyperX Cloud Alpha and SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P. 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 7P Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HyperX Cloud Alpha SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P
Product Type Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headset - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless
Weight 336 g -
Colour Black, red | Black Black
Body Material Aluminium Memory foam, airweave
Earpad Material Memory foam -
Headband Material Leatherette PVD-coated steel
Recommended Use Game console, portable electronics, computer Game console, portable electronics, computer
Gaming - Yes
SOUND QUALITY HyperX Cloud Alpha SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P
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
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 7P.
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 7P.
Impedance 65 Ohm 36 Ohm
Diaphragm 50 mm 40 mm HyperX Cloud Alpha have a thicker diaphragm than SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P.
Magnet Material Neodymium Neodymium
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE HyperX Cloud Alpha SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P
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 7P.
Sensitivity -43 dBV/Pascal -38 dB
Microphone Features - Retractable microphone
REMOTE CONTROL HyperX Cloud Alpha SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P
Controls Volume, microphone on/off Volume, power on/off, microphone on/mute, pair mode, Bluetooth, sidetone
CABLE HyperX Cloud Alpha SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P
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
Mini-phone 3.5 mm 5-pole to mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole cable - detachable - 1.2 m
Cable Length 1.3 m -
Detachable Cable Yes -
BATTERY AND CHARGING HyperX Cloud Alpha SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P
Battery Type - Headset battery rechargeable
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 7P
Connector Type Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) USB (power only) (24 pin USB-C)
Audio input / output (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS HyperX Cloud Alpha SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P
Included Accessories Detachable microphone USB-C wireless transmitter, 2 removable magnetic ear plates
Compatibility Mac, Windows -
Supported Host Device OS - Windows 10, Windows 8.1, macOS 10.13 or later
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years -
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