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HyperX Cloud Alpha (White) — Gaming · 2017 · White
HyperX

HyperX Cloud Alpha (White)

Gaming · 2017 · White

82
/ 100
From $99
VS
Sennheiser HD 800S wins by 13
Sennheiser HD 800S — Over-ear · 2016
Sennheiser

Sennheiser HD 800S

Over-ear · 2016

95
/ 100
From $1,699
Specdex verdict

Sennheiser HD 800S takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, HyperX Cloud Alpha (White) lands at 82 and Sennheiser HD 800S at 95. That puts Sennheiser HD 800S ahead by 13 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick HyperX Cloud Alpha (White) if…

  • ✓Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
  • ✓Detachable broadcast mic
  • ✓Console compatibility

Pick Sennheiser HD 800S if…

  • ✓Flagship comfort + ANC on modern models
  • ✓Premium build
  • ✓Active noise cancellation (most models)
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Sound quality

Sennheiser HD 800S

Tuning, detail, and staging

Sennheiser HD 800S leads on sound (95 vs 82).

Noise cancelling

Sennheiser HD 800S

ANC strength for commute and travel

Sennheiser HD 800S leads on anc (93 vs 70).

Comfort

Sennheiser HD 800S

Long-session wearability

Sennheiser HD 800S leads on comfort (94 vs 80).

Value for money

HyperX Cloud Alpha (White)

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

HyperX Cloud Alpha (White) more score per dollar ($99 vs $1,699).

HyperX Cloud Alpha (White) 82
vs
95 Sennheiser HD 800S

Score breakdown

HyperX Cloud Alpha (White)
82
anc 70
sound 82
comfort 80
battery 86
features 82
Sennheiser HD 800S
95
anc 93
sound 95
comfort 94
battery 82
features 91

Specs side-by-side

HyperX Cloud Alpha (White) versus Sennheiser HD 800S — full spec comparison
Spec HyperX Cloud Alpha (White) Sennheiser HD 800S
Type
Gaming headset
Over-ear
Variant
White
—
Release year
2017
2016

HyperX Cloud Alpha (White)

Pros
  • +Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
  • +Detachable broadcast mic
  • +Console compatibility
Cons
  • −Bulkier than audiophile cans
  • −Game-tuned EQ
  • −Software required on PC

Sennheiser HD 800S

Pros
  • +Flagship comfort + ANC on modern models
  • +Premium build
  • +Active noise cancellation (most models)
Cons
  • −Battery varies by codec
  • −Some are Bluetooth-only
  • −Price creep vs previous gen

FAQ: HyperX Cloud Alpha (White) vs Sennheiser HD 800S

Which is better, HyperX Cloud Alpha (White) or Sennheiser HD 800S? +

Sennheiser HD 800S scores 95 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 13. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is HyperX Cloud Alpha (White) worth the price? +

At $99, HyperX Cloud Alpha (White) delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in battery.

Is Sennheiser HD 800S worth the price? +

At $1,699, Sennheiser HD 800S delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in sound.

Does HyperX Cloud Alpha (White) or Sennheiser HD 800S last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for sound quality, HyperX Cloud Alpha (White) or Sennheiser HD 800S? +

Sennheiser HD 800S — leads on sound (95 vs 82). Tuning, detail, and staging.

Which is better for noise cancelling, HyperX Cloud Alpha (White) or Sennheiser HD 800S? +

Sennheiser HD 800S — leads on anc (93 vs 70). ANC strength for commute and travel.