Razer Kraken X vs. HyperX Cloud Alpha S

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Razer Kraken X and HyperX Cloud Alpha S. 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

Razer Kraken X vs. HyperX Cloud Alpha S Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Razer Kraken X HyperX Cloud Alpha S
Product Type Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Height - 19.934 cm
Width - 13.5 cm
Depth - 9.23 cm
Weight 250 g 321 g Razer Kraken X are lighter than Razer Kraken X headphones.
Colour Mercury | Classic black | Console Blackout | Black
Body Material - Aluminium
Earpad Material Leatherette, memory foam Leatherette
Recommended Use Game console, portable electronics, computer Game console, computer
SOUND QUALITY Razer Kraken X HyperX Cloud Alpha S
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Ear Cups Type Closed Closed
Adjustable Headband Yes -
Connectivity Technology Wired Wired
Noise Isolating Yes - Razer Kraken X are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects 7.1 Channel Virtual Surround Sound 7.1 Channel Virtual Surround Sound
Frequency Response 12 - 28000 Hz 13 - 27000 Hz Razer Kraken X offer a larger frequency range than HyperX Cloud Alpha S.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <1%
Sensitivity 109 dB 98 dB Razer Kraken X have higher sensitivity than HyperX Cloud Alpha S.
Impedance 32 Ohm 65 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 50 mm HyperX Cloud Alpha S have a thicker diaphragm than Razer Kraken X.
Magnet Material Neodymium magnet Neodymium
MICROPHONE Razer Kraken X HyperX Cloud Alpha S
Form Factor Headset microphone Detachable headset microphone
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Technology - Electret condenser
Microphone Operation Mode Cardioid (uni-directional) Bi-directional
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz 50 - 18000 Hz HyperX Cloud Alpha S offer a larger microphone frequency range than Razer Kraken X.
Sensitivity -45 dB -38 dBV/Pascal
Signal-To-Noise Ratio 60 dB -
REMOTE CONTROL Razer Kraken X HyperX Cloud Alpha S
Controls Mute, volume control Volume, microphone on/off, microphone volume
CABLE Razer Kraken X HyperX Cloud Alpha S
Cable Type Headset cable - 1.3 m Headset cable - 1 m
Cable Length 1.3 m 1 m
Detachable Cable - Yes
CONNECTIONS Razer Kraken X HyperX Cloud Alpha S
Connector Type Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS Razer Kraken X HyperX Cloud Alpha S
Included Accessories - Ear cushion, travel bag, external USB control box
Compatibility Mac, Windows Mac, Windows
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 2 years Limited warranty - 2 years
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