![]() The notification prompt lets you know when the headset has been powered on or off, has connected or disconnected from your computer or console, and battery percentage so you can take care of any issues that pop up or know exactly how long you can keep playing Elden Ring before you need to recharge your headset. Even the notification voice is pleasantly clear rather than the tinny, robotic voice you often get with true wireless headsets and earbuds. Each ear cup features a dual chamber driver system that separates mid and high tones from the bass notes for a consistently clean, crisp sound. The sound quality you get with the Cloud Alpha Wireless headset is top-notch. It's not a deal breaker, but if you like further mic placements, it can be a hassle to keep pushing the mic out of the way and if that's the case, you'd be better off detaching the mic altogether in favor of a separate, dedicated microphone like the HyperX QuadCast S or SoloCast USB microphones. The flexible arm has a bit of "spring" in it, which means it bounces back a little if you try to push it all the way up, down, or to the side. It also features a flexible boom arm that makes adjusting the mic quick and easy, though it doesn't stay in place as well as I would like. The detachable microphone comes with a removable foam windscreen, which is great if you prefer not to use one or if you need to quickly clean the mic or windscreen itself. The headset also has lighter clamping pressure than the Cloud Alpha S, which makes it more comfortable to wear with blue light filtering or prescription glasses or if you have a larger head. With more freedom of movement, as well as the super comfortable memory foam ear cups and headband, you won't feel weighed down after hours of trying to beat Margit, the Fell Omen in Elden Ring or a full day of Zoom meetings at work. But being freed from a USB cable tether makes the headset feel much lighter than it is. It weighs just 322 grams without the mic (335g with it attached), which is slightly more than the Cloud Alpha S which weighs in at about 308g. ![]() The Cloud Alpha Wireless is also pretty comfortable to wear, even during long gaming sessions or workdays. ![]() But if your only port options are on a desktop tower or you mostly game on consoles, you'll have to invest in a much longer cable if you want to use the headset while it's charging or not have it dangling precariously on the edge of your desk or entertainment center. The included charging cable is on the short side at about 18 inches, which isn't a problem if your monitor or keyboard has USB ports or if you primarily use a laptop. The USB-C charging port is also on the left-hand ear cup between the mute button and the microphone jack. If you see inaccuracies in our content, please report the mistake via this form. If we have made an error or published misleading information, we will correct or clarify the article. Our editors thoroughly review and fact-check every article to ensure that our content meets the highest standards. ![]() Our goal is to deliver the most accurate information and the most knowledgeable advice possible in order to help you make smarter buying decisions on tech gear and a wide array of products and services. ![]() ZDNET's editorial team writes on behalf of you, our reader. Indeed, we follow strict guidelines that ensure our editorial content is never influenced by advertisers. Neither ZDNET nor the author are compensated for these independent reviews. This helps support our work, but does not affect what we cover or how, and it does not affect the price you pay. When you click through from our site to a retailer and buy a product or service, we may earn affiliate commissions. And we pore over customer reviews to find out what matters to real people who already own and use the products and services we’re assessing. We gather data from the best available sources, including vendor and retailer listings as well as other relevant and independent reviews sites. ZDNET's recommendations are based on many hours of testing, research, and comparison shopping. ![]()
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