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HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Gaming Headset vs Logitech Zone Vibe 100 Wireless Over the Ear Headphones

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all judged against headsets at a similar price

The Logitech Zone Vibe 100 Wireless Over the Ear Headphones scores 6.2/10 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 and noise cancelling and value.

The Logitech Zone Vibe 100 Wireless Over the Ear Headphones leads on microphone and comfort.

They score the same on sound.

The biggest difference is microphone, where the Logitech Zone Vibe 100 Wireless Over the Ear Headphones 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.

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Logitech Zone Vibe 100 Wireless Over the Ear Headphones

Logitech Zone Vibe 100 Wireless Over the Ear Headphones

6.2/10verdict: good, not the best

The Logitech Zone Vibe 100 is a light, wireless over-ear headset for people who spend the day on calls and music. It suits those who want a flip-to-mute boom mic, multipoint Bluetooth and a comfortable fit for long sessions. It does not suit buyers who want active noise cancelling or a gaming dongle.

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Scores, criterion by criterion

CriterionWeightHyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Gaming HeadsetLogitech Zone Vibe 100 Wireless Over the Ear Headphones
Sound25%6/106/10
Microphone20%4/107/10
Comfort20%7/108/10
Connectivity and battery20%7/106/10
Noise cancelling and value15%5/103/10
Overall5.9/106.2/10

Specifications

SpecHyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Gaming HeadsetLogitech Zone Vibe 100 Wireless Over the Ear Headphones
ConnectionWireless USB 2.4 GHz, USB 2.0 dongle, stereo, 48 kHz / 24-bitBluetooth 5.2, wireless range up to 30 m; USB-C charging; no USB dongle; up to 8 paired devices, 2 at a time
Noise cancellingnot listedNo active noise cancelling (microphone noise reduction via beamforming only)
MicrophoneDetachable electret condenser, bi-directional, noise-cancelling, 50 Hz–7.2 kHz, sensitivity -15 dBFS/PaDual omni-directional MEMS mics with directional beamforming and DSP; 100–8 kHz frequency response; flip-to-mute boom on left side
Battery lifeUp to 300 hours, 4.5-hour charge time (tested at 50% headphone volume)Up to 20 hours listening and up to 18 hours talk time; 5 minutes charging gives up to 1 hour listening; full charge about 2 hours; not user-replaceable
Weight322 g headset, 335 g with microphone185 g (0.185 kg)
Works withPCWindows, Mac, Chrome, iOS and Android over Bluetooth; Logi Tune software for Mac and Windows

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 ›

Logitech Zone Vibe 100 Wireless Over the Ear Headphones

  • + Light at 185 g, with comfort praised by owners
  • + Multipoint Bluetooth with up to 8 paired devices
  • + Beamforming mics and a flip-to-mute boom
  • − No active noise cancelling
  • − Up to 20 hours of battery, not user-replaceable
  • − Some owners report fragile build and price concerns

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who want active noise cancelling for commutes or noisy offices
  • Gamers who need a low-latency USB dongle
  • Listeners who need confirmed AAC, LDAC or aptX support
Read the full Logitech Zone Vibe 100 Wireless Over the Ear Headphones review ›

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