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HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Gaming Headset vs Jabra Evolve 20

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all judged against headsets at a similar price

The HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Gaming Headset scores 5.9/10 overall, ahead of the Jabra Evolve 20 at 5.6/10.

The HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Gaming Headset leads on sound, comfort and connectivity and battery.

The Jabra Evolve 20 leads on microphone and noise cancelling and value.

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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Jabra Evolve 20

Jabra Evolve 20

5.6/10verdict: good, not the best

The Jabra Evolve 20 is for office and home workers who want a simple wired headset for calls. It is certified for Microsoft Teams, Avaya and Cisco and connects over USB with no setup. It is a weaker fit for anyone who wants Bluetooth, active noise cancelling or richer music playback.

Typically about £39.99 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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Scores, criterion by criterion

CriterionWeightHyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Gaming HeadsetJabra Evolve 20
Sound25%6/105/10
Microphone20%4/106/10
Comfort20%7/106/10
Connectivity and battery20%7/105/10
Noise cancelling and value15%5/106/10
Overall5.9/105.6/10

Specifications

SpecHyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Gaming HeadsetJabra Evolve 20
ConnectionWireless USB 2.4 GHz, USB 2.0 dongle, stereo, 48 kHz / 24-bitUSB plug-and-play, USB-A (USB-C on the C variant only); no Bluetooth
Noise cancellingnot listedPassive noise cancelling only; no active noise cancelling
MicrophoneDetachable electret condenser, bi-directional, noise-cancelling, 50 Hz–7.2 kHz, sensitivity -15 dBFS/PaElectret condenser, unidirectional, boom arm folds away; 100Hz to 10kHz at 6dB
Battery lifeUp to 300 hours, 4.5-hour charge time (tested at 50% headphone volume)None (no battery)
Weight322 g headset, 335 g with microphone132 g stereo, 104 g mono with in-line link (buy page gives 0.1711 kg stereo and 0.1425 kg mono, conflicting)
Works withPCCertified for Microsoft Teams, Avaya and Cisco; works with PCs and mobile devices over USB-A or USB-C; Jabra Direct and Jabra Xpress software

Strengths and weaknesses

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 ›

Jabra Evolve 20

  • + Plug-and-play USB setup, praised by owners
  • + Certified for Microsoft Teams, Avaya and Cisco
  • + Two-year warranty; owners praise the value
  • − Owners report basic sound quality
  • − Wired only; no Bluetooth and no battery
  • − Passive noise cancelling only

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who want Bluetooth or the freedom to move away from the desk
  • Anyone who needs active noise cancelling in a noisy office
  • Listeners who want richer sound for music
Read the full Jabra Evolve 20 review ›

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