What you need to know
- HyperX just announced the Cloud Alpha Wireless gaming headset.
- It promises up to 300 hours of battery life on a single charge, which is a first according to HyperX.
- The HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless gaming headset is available now for $200.
Like many of the best gaming headsets, the HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless can create a virtual 3-D soundscape to immerse players into games.
The headset features a detachable microphone that's certified for Discord and TeamSpeak, which of course also works with other programs as well as games. An LED indicator on the mic shows if it is muted or enabled. The microphone is also noise-canceling to reduce background noise.
The main selling point of the Cloud Alpha Wireless gaming headset is its battery life. HyperX promises that the headphones will get up to 300 hours of battery life, which it claims is a first for a wireless gaming headset. Real-world battery life will vary based on usage, but the headset should last for a long time.
The Cloud Alpha Wireless has an aluminum frame and memory foam earcups covered in a leatherette material.
