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HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Gaming Headset vs JBL Quantum 100M2

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

all judged against headsets at a similar price

The JBL Quantum 100M2 scores 6.4/10 overall, ahead of the HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Gaming Headset at 5.9/10.

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

The JBL Quantum 100M2 leads on microphone, comfort and noise cancelling and value.

They score the same on sound.

The biggest difference is microphone, where the JBL Quantum 100M2 scores 7/10 to the HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Gaming Headset's 4/10.

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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JBL Quantum 100M2

6.4/10verdict: good, not the best

The JBL Quantum 100M2 is for gamers and remote workers who want a simple wired headset with a detachable boom mic. It suits people who plug into a PC, console, phone or Mac through a 3.5 mm jack and want light, padded earcups for long sessions. It is not for anyone who needs wireless, Bluetooth or noise cancelling.

Typically about £25.20 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 HeadsetJBL Quantum 100M2
Sound25%6/106/10
Microphone20%4/107/10
Comfort20%7/108/10
Connectivity and battery20%7/105/10
Noise cancelling and value15%5/106/10
Overall5.9/106.4/10

Specifications

SpecHyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Gaming HeadsetJBL Quantum 100M2
ConnectionWireless USB 2.4 GHz, USB 2.0 dongle, stereo, 48 kHz / 24-bitWired, 3.5 mm jack, 1.2 m cable
Noise cancellingnot listedNone
MicrophoneDetachable electret condenser, bi-directional, noise-cancelling, 50 Hz–7.2 kHz, sensitivity -15 dBFS/PaDetachable boom, directional pickup, 100 Hz-10 kHz frequency response, sensitivity -42 dBV/Pa at 1 kHz, mute feature
Battery lifeUp to 300 hours, 4.5-hour charge time (tested at 50% headphone volume)not listed
Weight322 g headset, 335 g with microphone220 g
Works withPCPCs, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, mobile devices, Macs and VR, via 3.5 mm jack (per German spec sheet; English list not confirmed)

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 ›

JBL Quantum 100M2

  • + Light at 220 g, with memory foam cushions
  • + Detachable directional boom mic with mute feature
  • + Owners praise sound and voice pickup for the price
  • − No Bluetooth, wireless dongle or USB-C
  • − No active noise cancelling
  • − Platform list comes from a German spec sheet

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who want Bluetooth or a wireless dongle
  • Anyone who needs active noise cancelling
  • People whose device has no 3.5 mm headphone port
Read the full JBL Quantum 100M2 review ›

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