Product Comparison: HyperX Cloud Alpha vs Razer Kraken 7.1 Chroma V2

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HyperX Cloud Alpha Gaming Headset - White/Purple - Limited Edition for PC, PS4 & Xbox One, Nintendo Switch

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General Specifications

Brand

HyperX

Razer

Model

Cloud Alpha

Kraken 7.1 Chroma V2

Origin

China

About the Product

HyperX™ Cloud Alpha’s groundbreaking Dual Chamber Drivers design will give your audio more distinction and clarity by reducing the distortion. The dual chambers separate the bass from the mids and highs, allowing optimal tuning for cleaner, smoother sound.

Featuring advanced 7.1 Virtual Surround Sound delivering pinpoint positional audio, 50 mm Razer custom tuned drivers for gaming, and a durable, lightweight, bauxite aluminum headband, the Razer Kraken 7.1 V2 is engineered to elevate your gaming experience.

Key Specs

Noise Canceling

Adjustable Headband

Yes

Detachable Microphone

Yes

What customers say about "Key Specs"

HyperX Cloud Alpha Gaming Headset - White/Purple - Limited Edition for PC, PS4 & Xbox One, Nintendo Switch

The cushioning is great on these headphones-- really comfortable and ergonomic.

Razer Kraken 7.1 Chroma V2 Gaming Headset Works with PC & PS4

Very good job at blocking out background noise.
I like that it picks up my voice but not background noise.
The sound and noise-cancellation is great, my fiance and I play sitting next to each other.
I'm a fan of open back headphones cause they breath better, but don't cancel noise as well.
The surround sound is completely lost on you once you plug it in and the noise cancellation is awful.

Size & Weight

Height

9.2 in.

7.8 in.

Width

8.2 in.

6.15 in.

Depth

4.7 in.

3.86 in.

Weight

11.8 oz.

12.2 oz.

HyperX Cloud Alpha

Razer Kraken 7.1 Chroma V2

HyperX Cloud Alpha

Razer Kraken 7.1 Chroma V2

HyperX Cloud Alpha

Razer Kraken 7.1 Chroma V2

HyperX Cloud Alpha

Razer Kraken 7.1 Chroma V2

Headset

Ear Cushion Material

Memory foam & Leather

Leatherette

Min. Frequency Response

13 Hz

12 Hz

Max. Frequency Response

27 KHz

28 KHz

Sensitivity

98 dB

123 dB

Impedance

65 Ω

32 Ω

Headphone Driver

50 mm.

Operating Principle

Closed

HyperX Cloud Alpha

Razer Kraken 7.1 Chroma V2

HyperX Cloud Alpha

Razer Kraken 7.1 Chroma V2

HyperX Cloud Alpha

Razer Kraken 7.1 Chroma V2

HyperX Cloud Alpha

Razer Kraken 7.1 Chroma V2

HyperX Cloud Alpha

Razer Kraken 7.1 Chroma V2

What customers say about "Headset"

Razer Kraken 7.1 Chroma V2 Gaming Headset Works with PC & PS4

Overall great sound and quality build for the pricepoint.
For gaming in my opinion they are the best as far as gaming sound.
When it was working it was one of the best headsets I have owned. The sound quality was excellent.
As far as pure sound quality goes, again, these are fantastic.
The sound is fantastic, they are very comfortable on my head, they dont slip or anything they are adjustable.

Microphone

Capsule Diameter

6 mm.

Microphone Output Sensitivity

-43 dB

-38 dB

Nominal Impedance

2.2 kΩ

Frequency Response

50–18000 Hz

100-10000 Hz

Microphone Output Sensitivity

HyperX Cloud Alpha

Razer Kraken 7.1 Chroma V2

What customers say about "Microphone"

HyperX Cloud Alpha Gaming Headset - White/Purple - Limited Edition for PC, PS4 & Xbox One, Nintendo Switch

Excellent headphones, great sound quality, perfect Mic.
The voice chat is crystal clear. I can hear my friends clearly and they can hear me.

Razer Kraken 7.1 Chroma V2 Gaming Headset Works with PC & PS4

Also mic quality is great. Go to windows adjust levels.
The mic quality is very crisp and sharp it does a very good job at blocking out background noise.
I'm really happy with the audio and mic quality and the build is very comfortable for long sessions.
The mic is flexible and easily moves and comes out of the headset easily.
The mic quality is good and I like that you can pull it in and out.

Features

Connector Size

3.5

USB

Cord Length

3.3 feet

6.6 feet

Controls

Mute button, Headphones volume control, Volume roller

Mic Mute Button

Compatible Platform(s)

PC, PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch

PC, Mac, PS4

Extras

HyperX Dual Chamber Drivers for more distinction and less distortion, Signature Award-Winning HyperX comfort, Detachable noise cancellation microphone, Multi-platform compatibility — dominate on PC or console

Clear & Powerful Sound, Thicker Headband Padding, Play Comfortably For Hours, Cardioid Microphone, Multi-platform compatibility

Cord Length

HyperX Cloud Alpha

Razer Kraken 7.1 Chroma V2

What customers say about "Features"

HyperX Cloud Alpha Gaming Headset - White/Purple - Limited Edition for PC, PS4 & Xbox One, Nintendo Switch

These are also perfect for use with any gaming system or phone, as they are compatible with all of the common gaming consoles, gaming laptops.
Volume and mute can be easily switched/controlled from the cable of the headset.

Razer Kraken 7.1 Chroma V2 Gaming Headset Works with PC & PS4

You can sync the RGB lights to everything else razor, or set it to a static color, or turn it off totally.
There's a red LED that comes up when you're muted. Good feature.
Mic doesn't break off, you mute by pinching the mic. I like that.
RGBs are also a pretty nice feature they cycle through the colors very slowly.
The surround sound is completely lost on you once you plug it in and the noise cancellation is awful.

Warranty / Certifications

Manufacturer Warranty

2 year(s)

1 year(s)

Certifications

Other Information

Manufacturer

Link

Manual

Link

Download

MSRP