Introduction

PowerColor, a brand historically associated with graphics cards, has recently ventured into gaming peripherals with the launch of its Alphyn product line. Leading the lineup is the Alphyn AH10, a $100 wireless gaming headset that boasts seamless multi-platform compatibility, low-latency wireless performance, 30-hour battery life, excellent wearing comfort, and a practical retractable microphone – essential features for a modern wireless headset.

In its official unveiling, the PowerColor Alphyn AH10 emphasizes its DTS Headphone:X 7.1 virtual surround sound support, complemented by factory-tailored sound profiles. These features require a Windows platform and the PowerColor Keystone software suite. In the highly competitive wireless gaming headset market, the Alphyn AH10 doesn’t immediately distinguish itself in any groundbreaking way. A deeper dive will be necessary to uncover its unique strengths, so without further ado, let’s dig in.

Specifications

• Drivers: 50-mm dynamic (neodymium magnet)
• Impedance: 32 Ω @ 1 kHz
• Frequency Response (specified by the manufacturer): 20-20,000 Hz
• Design: Closed-back, over-ear
• Microphone: Bi-directional (retractable)
• Battery Life: Up to 30 hours (2.4 GHz Wi-Fi)
• Connectivity: 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi (USB-C dongle supplied), 3.5 mm wired
• Charging: USB-C (fast-charging supported)
• Weight: 326 g

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