I know nothing of the Alpha, but I have shot a DXT and it was awesome. I like a lighter bow, Hoyts have always been sort of heavy to me, but that's why they last and are so durable...the dxt should have a very smooth draw and no vibration...but in the end, how much of any of that are you going to actually notice when you shoot a deer?? go with the bow that you shoot the best...which one is more accurate and allows you to have more room for shooter error.