We take cryptocurrency — so the coins you hold can buy real hardware.Pay in crypto, spend it on real hardware. Free insured shipping worldwide over $399. Plain, unbranded boxes, sent from Germany.Free insured shipping over $399. Your rate is locked for 30 minutes once checkout opens.Rate locked 30 minutes. Every item sealed, serial-checked and covered by a 24-month warranty.Sealed, 24-month warranty.

Saved items Sign in
Red over-ear gaming headset with aluminum frame, leatherette cushions, detachable mic and braided 3.5mm cable

HyperX

HyperX Cloud Alpha Gaming Headset Red Wired 3.5mm

SKU CH-292H-E6DG0

Wired 3.5 mm headset with dual-chamber drivers, detachable noise-cancelling microphone and aluminium frame for PC and consoles

  • ColorRed
  • Wireless TypeWired

model Alpha wired Red

  • Dual-chamber drivers deliver clear, powerful sound
  • Aluminum frame built for long-lasting durability
  • Memory-foam leatherette cushions stay comfortable during long sessions
  • Detachable noise-cancelling mic certified for Discord and TeamSpeak
  • Wired 3.5 mm connection works with PC, consoles and mobile

Wired 3.5 mm gaming headset

The HyperX Cloud Alpha is a wired gaming headset with a 3.5 mm connection that works with PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch and mobile devices. Its aluminium frame and memory-foam leatherette cushions are built for comfort during long sessions. The detachable noise-cancelling microphone is certified for Discord and TeamSpeak.

Practical limits of the 3.5 mm interface

The single 3.5 mm plug carries stereo audio and microphone signals without digital processing or software drivers. Volume and mute adjustments are handled by the in-line controls on the detachable braided cable. No battery is required and there is no wireless latency to manage.

Upgrades from basic headsets and when it matters

This headset replaces entry-level models that use thin cables, fixed microphones or plastic frames that fatigue quickly. The dual-chamber drivers separate bass from mids and highs for clearer positional audio. The jump is worth it for players who want durable construction, a removable microphone and hardware volume control without installing extra software.

Highlights

  • Dual-chamber drivers deliver clear, powerful sound
  • Aluminum frame built for long-lasting durability
  • Memory-foam leatherette cushions stay comfortable during long sessions
  • Detachable noise-cancelling mic certified for Discord and TeamSpeak
  • Wired 3.5 mm connection works with PC, consoles and mobile

Specifications

BrandHyperX
ColorRed
Wireless TypeWired

Other versions of this model

1 more in the same range

Same family, different memory, cooler or clock — compare before you commit.

Questions about this item

Should I choose the Red or Black version of the Cloud Alpha?

The Red and Black models share the same dual-chamber drivers, aluminum frame and detachable microphone; the only difference is the exterior colour, so pick whichever matches your setup.

How does the dual-chamber driver design affect sound in games?

Separating bass from mids and highs reduces distortion, so explosions stay punchy while footsteps and dialogue remain clear during play.

What does the 3.5 mm connection limit compared with USB headsets?

The analogue jack relies on the host device for processing, so you lose onboard surround profiles or EQ presets that USB models can provide.

Also in this aisle

People compared these

Same shelf, same checkout — eight coins and a 30-minute rate lock.