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Corsair VOID WIRELESS v2 vs HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Gaming Headset

Researched, not hands-on tested.How we review ›

all judged against headsets at a similar price

The Corsair VOID WIRELESS v2 scores 6.5/10 overall, ahead of the HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Gaming Headset at 5.9/10.

The Corsair VOID WIRELESS v2 leads on microphone and connectivity and battery.

They score the same on sound, comfort and noise cancelling and value.

Corsair VOID WIRELESS v2

Corsair VOID WIRELESS v2

6.5/10verdict: buy

The Corsair VOID WIRELESS v2 is for gamers who want one wireless headset across PC, Mac, PlayStation, Switch and mobile. It suits people who value light weight and long battery life over a metal build or noise cancelling. Buyers who need a wired fallback or active noise cancelling should look at the limits before choosing it.

Typically about £99.99 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Gaming Headset

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Gaming Headset

5.9/10verdict: good, not the best

The HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless suits PC gamers who want a wireless headset that rarely needs charging. Its battery life and comfort draw the most praise from reviewers. It is a weaker fit for anyone who relies on the microphone, wants Bluetooth, or uses a console.

Typically about £91.99 in the UK when we researched itSearch Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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Scores, criterion by criterion

CriterionWeightCorsair VOID WIRELESS v2HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Gaming Headset
Sound25%6/106/10
Microphone20%6/104/10
Comfort20%7/107/10
Connectivity and battery20%8/107/10
Noise cancelling and value15%5/105/10
Overall6.5/105.9/10

Specifications

SpecCorsair VOID WIRELESS v2HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Gaming Headset
Connection2.4GHz wireless via USB receiver, plus Bluetooth; switch with a button pressWireless USB 2.4 GHz, USB 2.0 dongle, stereo, 48 kHz / 24-bit
MicrophoneOmni-directional, flip-to-mute, not detachable; sensitivity -40dB (±3dB); frequency response 100Hz to 8kHzDetachable electret condenser, bi-directional, noise-cancelling, 50 Hz–7.2 kHz, sensitivity -15 dBFS/Pa
Battery lifeUp to 70 hours on 2.4GHz wireless, up to 130 hours on Bluetooth; 15-minute charge gives up to 6 more hoursUp to 300 hours, 4.5-hour charge time (tested at 50% headphone volume)
Weight303g (Corsair-listed figure as quoted by reviewers)322 g headset, 335 g with microphone
Works withPC, Mac, PS4/PS5, Mobile, Nintendo SwitchPC

Strengths and weaknesses

Corsair VOID WIRELESS v2

  • + Up to 70 hours on 2.4GHz, 130 on Bluetooth
  • + Light at 303g; owners say it suits glasses wearers
  • + 2.4GHz dongle and Bluetooth, switched with a button
  • − No wired mode
  • − Small earcups and plastic yokes and hinges
  • − No active noise cancelling listed

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who want active noise cancelling.
  • Anyone who needs a wired mode as a fallback.
  • People who want a detachable microphone or a sturdier, less plastic build.
Read the full Corsair VOID WIRELESS v2 review ›

HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Gaming Headset

  • + Battery rated at up to 300 hours
  • + Comfort praised by Tom's Guide and HotHardware
  • + 2.4 GHz wireless with DTS Headphone:X included
  • − Microphone described as lacklustre or crackly by reviewers
  • − PC is the only listed platform
  • − Software criticised as convoluted and limited

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who need a headset for calls or streaming and care about microphone quality
  • Console or phone users, since PC is the only listed platform
  • Anyone wanting Bluetooth or multi-device connection, as only a 2.4 GHz dongle is listed
Read the full HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Gaming Headset review ›

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