HyperX Cloud Alpha 4P5L1AA#ABL
HyperX
58 Overall Score
vs
Sony WH-1000XM5
Sony
97 Overall Score
Scores
Work
Budget
Gaming
Commute
Calls
Studio
Music
Specifications
| HyperX Cloud Alpha 4P5L1AA#ABL | Sony WH-1000XM5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.30 kg | 0.25 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | Memory Foam | soft fit leather |
| Headband | — | metal |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 50 mm★ | 30 mm |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | 13 Hz | 4 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 27 kHz | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 65 Ω | 48 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 102 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | — | LDAC |
| Surround | — | Sony WH-1000XM5 Noise Canceling Wireless Headphones - 30hr Battery Life - Over-Ear Style - Optimized for Alexa and Google Assistant - Built-in mic for Calls - Silver International Version | Sony WH-10 |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.2★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.25 m | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | — | 10 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 30 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 3 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 3 min charge for 3 hours of playback |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 8★ |
| NC Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa |
| Touch Controls | — | ✓★ |
| App | — | Sony Headphones Connect |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
Pros & Cons
HyperX Cloud Alpha 4P5L1AA#ABL
- Strong social proof (92th percentile)92th %ile
- Strong sound (82th percentile)82th %ile
- Strong build (77th percentile)
- Strong comfort (65th percentile)
- Below average anc (30th percentile)
Sony WH-1000XM5
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong build (92th percentile)92th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (2th percentile)2th %ile
Pricing
HyperX Cloud Alpha 4P5L1AA#ABL0.725score per dollar
vs
Sony WH-1000XM50.238score per dollar
HyperX Cloud Alpha 4P5L1AA#ABL offers 3.0x better value for money
HyperX Cloud Alpha 4P5L1AA#ABL
Sony WH-1000XM5
Verdict
Winner: Sony WH-1000XM5
Scores 97 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 19 of 41 specs.
