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General

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Series

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PULSE1Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/accessories/pulse-elite-wireless-headsetRead 8 October 2026Original 2024 PULSE Elite headset. This is separate from PULSE 3D, older PULSE Elite Edition and later PULSE/Edge announcements.

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

A501, 90YH0410-BHAA00, 90YH0410-BHUA00, 90YH0410-BHAA10, 90YH0410-BHUA103Maker product pageeshop.asus.com/us/90yh0410-bhaa00-rog-pelta.htmlRead 20 October 2026US store: Product Name A501 ROG PELTA/BLK and Part Number 90YH0410-BHAA00.4Maker product pageeshop.asus.com/us/90yh0410-bhaa10-rog-pelta.htmlRead 20 October 2026US store: Product Name A501 ROG PELTA/WHT and Part Number 90YH0410-BHAA10.6Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0DNTLYK6ZRead 20 October 2026Mfr Part Number A501 ROG PELTA/BLK.7Spec databaseshop.aodatacloud.es/wp-content/uploads/datasheet_90yh0410-bhua00.pdfRead 20 October 2026Product code 90YH0410-BHUA00.

CFI-ZWH23Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en/corporate/support/manuals/accessories/ps5-accessories/pulse-elite-wireless-headset/CFI-ZWH2_Pulse_Elite_Safety_Guide_Web%24en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Guide identifies headset CFI-ZWH2, original USB adapter CFI-ZWA2 and hanger CFI-ZPH2. Only the headset is stored as a device model. SoundGuys overview CFI-ZHW2 spelling is not copied.

GTIN / EAN

197105752146, 47113877517946Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0DNTLYK6ZRead 20 October 2026Details: UPC 197105752146 and GTIN 00197105752146 for A501 ROG PELTA/BLK.7Spec databaseshop.aodatacloud.es/wp-content/uploads/datasheet_90yh0410-bhua00.pdfRead 20 October 2026Catalog datasheet for 90YH0410-BHUA00 dated 06 Sep 2025 shows EAN 4711387751794.13Retailer pagemultitronic.fi/en/products/4538674/asus-rog-pelta-wireless-gaming-headset--blackRead 20 October 2026Spec table: EAN 4711387751794.

71171956827811Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0CMDH9M5WRead 10 October 2026Amazon US listing for the PlayStation PULSE Elite Wireless Headset, Color White, Style PlayStation 5, Manufacturer Sony, UPC 711719568278 (valid check digit). The listing prints the model as CFI-ZHW2, a transposition of the maker's CFI-ZWH2, which the maker guide confirms. The Midnight Black listing has a different UPC and is not stored.

AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

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23 August 20237Press releaseblog.playstation.comRead 8 October 2026Original August 23, 2023 article reveals the new PULSE Elite. Later article updates add launch/preorder details, not a different announcement date.

Status

Available1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/wireless-headsets/rog-pelta/specRead 20 October 2026The ROG US page sells it with Buy Now.3Maker product pageeshop.asus.com/us/90yh0410-bhaa00-rog-pelta.htmlRead 20 October 2026US store offers it with Add to Cart at $129.99.

Available2Maker product pagedirect.playstation.com/en-us/buy-accessories/pulse-elite-wireless-headset-ps5Read 8 October 2026Released headset with a current US maker listing. This does not promise current stock or a future delivery date.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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$149.997Press releaseblog.playstation.comRead 8 October 2026Original maker announcement prices PULSE Elite at 149.99 USD. Original White standard headset with adapter and hanger, not the separately priced PlayStation Link adapter. US tax treatment is not stated.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

From €149.93Maker product pageeshop.asus.com/us/90yh0410-bhaa00-rog-pelta.htmlRead 20 October 20264Maker product pageeshop.asus.com/us/90yh0410-bhaa10-rog-pelta.htmlRead 20 October 20265Press releasemynewsdesk.com/de/asus-dach/pressreleases/das-rog-pelta-ist-ab-sofort-in-einer-weissen-edition-erhaeltlich-3415353Read 20 October 20266Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0DNTLYK6ZRead 20 October 20267Spec databaseshop.aodatacloud.es/wp-content/uploads/datasheet_90yh0410-bhua00.pdfRead 20 October 2026

€149.997Press releaseblog.playstation.comRead 8 October 2026Same maker announcement gives 149.99 EURO for standard model. European launch claim, not converted from USD. VAT treatment is not stated.

MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

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US2Maker product pagedirect.playstation.com/en-us/buy-accessories/pulse-elite-wireless-headset-ps5Read 8 October 2026US store reference, standard White bundle. No regional commercial SKU or GTIN is guessed.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black, White1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/wireless-headsets/rog-pelta/specRead 20 October 2026Color: Black.4Maker product pageeshop.asus.com/us/90yh0410-bhaa10-rog-pelta.htmlRead 20 October 2026The WHT product name is the White edition. The spec table on that page still says Color: Black.5Press releasemynewsdesk.com/de/asus-dach/pressreleases/das-rog-pelta-ist-ab-sofort-in-einer-weissen-edition-erhaeltlich-3415353Read 20 October 2026ASUS DACH press release of 10 November 2025 announces the ROG Pelta White edition.

White2Maker product pagedirect.playstation.com/en-us/buy-accessories/pulse-elite-wireless-headset-ps5Read 8 October 2026Exact US direct-purchase page selected White. Midnight Black and other editions are excluded from this reference. UK carrying-case bundle claims are not transferred to the selected US package.

Segment

Gaming1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/wireless-headsets/rog-pelta/specRead 20 October 2026Usage Scenario: Gaming.

Gaming1Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/accessories/pulse-elite-wireless-headsetRead 8 October 2026Maker positions this as a PlayStation gaming headset.

Design

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Form factor

Over-ear7Spec databaseshop.aodatacloud.es/wp-content/uploads/datasheet_90yh0410-bhua00.pdfRead 20 October 2026Earphones: Circumaural.14Retailer pageldlc.com/en/product/PB00654473.htmlRead 20 October 2026Ear coupling: Circumaural.

Over-ear9Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/sony/pulse-elite-wirelessRead 8 October 2026Public exact-model introduction explicitly describes over-ear gaming headphones.

Ear cup enclosureiClosed, open or semi-open acoustic enclosure. This does not describe how the headset folds.

Closed14Retailer pageldlc.com/en/product/PB00654473.htmlRead 20 October 2026Spec table: Headphones configuration: Closed back. The maker publishes no enclosure type. Profesional Review calls the cups slightly open, which is read as a vent slot.

Closed9Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/sony/pulse-elite-wirelessRead 8 October 2026Public exact-model introduction explicitly states closed-back design.

Wearing style

Headband7Spec databaseshop.aodatacloud.es/wp-content/uploads/datasheet_90yh0410-bhua00.pdfRead 20 October 2026Style of use: headband.

Headband9Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/sony/pulse-elite-wirelessRead 8 October 2026Public exact-model introduction identifies the dual-headband construction.

FoldingiFlat means the ear cups rotate flat. Inward means the ear cups fold toward the headband.

Flat11Reviewprofesionalreview.com/2024/12/14/asus-rog-pelta-reviewRead 20 October 2026The 90 degree rotation lets the headset lie flat on a desk or fit a case. The maker's Foldablility row says No, which is read as no folding frame.

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Swivelling ear cupsiEar cups can rotate relative to the headband. Tilting alone does not count.

Yes11Reviewprofesionalreview.com/2024/12/14/asus-rog-pelta-reviewRead 20 October 2026The ear cups rotate 90 degrees vertically and about 15 degrees horizontally.

Yes8Reviewsoundguys.com/playstation-pulse-elite-review-113057Read 8 October 2026Exact white-model review explicitly says ear cups rotate on ball joints. Rotation is documented, but flat or inward folding is not established.

RGB lighting

Yes1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/wireless-headsets/rog-pelta/specRead 20 October 2026Lighting: RGB. Aura: Yes.2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/wireless-headsets/rog-peltaRead 20 October 2026Armoury Crate and Aura Sync lighting. 16.8 million colours.

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Lighting zonesiNumber of independently controllable lighting areas across both ear cups.

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Drivers and sound

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Driver type

Dynamic10Reviewmezha.ua/en/reviews/asus-rog-pelta-review-full-size-gaming-headset-with-three-connection-modesRead 20 October 2026Spec table: 50 mm dynamic drivers with a titanium coating.

Planar magnetic1Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/accessories/pulse-elite-wireless-headsetRead 8 October 2026Maker explicitly identifies custom-designed planar magnetic drivers. Driver diameter, diaphragm, magnet material and transducer count are not specified.

Driver sizeiDiameter of the largest sound driver. Do not use the microphone capsule diameter.

50mm1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/wireless-headsets/rog-pelta/specRead 20 October 2026Driver Size: 50 mm.

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Drivers per sideiNumber of sound-producing transducers in one side, excluding microphones.

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Diaphragm material

Titanium-plated diaphragm1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/wireless-headsets/rog-pelta/specRead 20 October 2026Driver Material: Titanium-Plated Diaphragm Drivers.

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Magnet

Neodymium11Reviewprofesionalreview.com/2024/12/14/asus-rog-pelta-reviewRead 20 October 202650 mm titanium-plated diaphragms and neodymium magnets.

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Frequency response (wired or passive)iPublished acoustic range for wired listening, or the maker’s single range when no mode is distinguished. Power state and test standard belong in the source note.

Min20 HzMax20 kHz1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/wireless-headsets/rog-pelta/specRead 20 October 2026Frequency Response: 20Hz - 20KHz.

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Wireless audio transmission bandiFrequency range of audio transmitted over the wireless connection, not the acoustic response of the driver. Codec, sampling rate and bitrate conditions belong in the source note. When the maker gives a range per codec, the widest range is stored and its codec goes in the source note.

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Impedance (passive when specified)iUse the headset-off value for a passive analog connection when the maker publishes both powered and passive values. Note the power state and test frequency.

32Ω1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/wireless-headsets/rog-pelta/specRead 20 October 2026Headphones Impedance: 32 ohm. No power state is given.

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Sensitivity (passive when specified)iUse the headset-off figure when both powered and passive values exist. The power or voltage reference, test distance and frequency belong in the source note.

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Sensitivity referenceiPublished power or voltage reference for sensitivity. Do not assume 1 mW when the source gives only a dB value.

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THD (claimed)iPublished distortion figure or numerical upper bound. The source note states any less-than sign and test level.

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Max input power

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Max digital audio sample rateiHighest supported digital audio sample rate over a USB cable or wireless dongle. This is not the microphone rate or acoustic frequency response.

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Max digital audio bit depthiHighest published digital playback bit depth over a USB cable or wireless dongle.

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DAC

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Personalised soundiA manufacturer-supported hearing test or ear scan creates a device sound profile tailored to the listener. Generic equalizer adjustments do not count.

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Onboard EQiCustom playback EQ profiles stored in the headset and applied without the host app running. Note supported active connections. Receiver-only or software-only EQ does not count.

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Yes6Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2024/02/21/pulse-elite-wireless-headset-launches-starting-today-the-starters-guide-to-playstations-latest-line-of-innovative-audio-productsRead 8 October 2026Sony explicitly states EQ and sidetone configured on PS5 carry over to PS Portal, PC/Mac over PS Link, Bluetooth and 3.5 mm analog devices. The profile therefore persists in the headset. Original setup uses PS5, current Windows driver support is separately qualified.

Custom EQ bandsiNumber of bands in the custom playback equalizer. Microphone EQ bands are excluded.

109Reviewign.com/articles/asus-rog-pelta-gaming-headset-reviewRead 20 October 2026Armoury Crate includes a 10-band equalizer.11Reviewprofesionalreview.com/2024/12/14/asus-rog-pelta-reviewRead 20 October 202610-band equalizer in the Asus Gear software.

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EQ presets

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Standard, Bass, Shooter6Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2024/02/21/pulse-elite-wireless-headset-launches-starting-today-the-starters-guide-to-playstations-latest-line-of-innovative-audio-productsRead 8 October 2026Sony names Standard, Bass and Shooter premade presets plus up to three custom presets. No published band count is found. Unnamed custom slots are not invented as preset names.

Volume limit

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Spatial audio

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Spatial audio supportiNamed headset or host spatial-audio systems that the maker or reviewer explicitly supports. A platform feature may require compatible hardware, software or a separate licence.

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Tempest 3D AudioTech6Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2024/02/21/pulse-elite-wireless-headset-launches-starting-today-the-starters-guide-to-playstations-latest-line-of-innovative-audio-productsRead 8 October 2026Sony explicitly names PS5 Tempest 3D AudioTech with PULSE Elite. Compatible PS5 system, title and audio settings are required. No paid Dolby/DTS licence or head tracking is inferred.

Spatial audio licence includediA paid spatial-audio licence is bundled or embedded. Compatibility with a separately purchased app does not count.

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Head tracking

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Noise cancelling

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Active noise cancelling

No1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/wireless-headsets/rog-pelta/specRead 20 October 2026Active Noise Cancellation: No. AI Noise Cancelling Microphone: No.

No9Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/sony/pulse-elite-wirelessRead 8 October 2026Public comparison explicitly distinguishes INZONE H9 active cancellation from PULSE Elite, and SoundGuys exact review explicitly says it has no active noise cancellation. Microphone AI rejection is separate.

ANC typeiFeedforward uses outside microphones. Feedback uses inside microphones. Hybrid uses both. Voice-call noise filtering is separate.

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ANC microphonesiTotal microphones used for active playback noise cancellation across both sides. Do not substitute the total physical or voice microphone count.

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Adaptive ANCiNoise cancellation automatically changes with the environment or fit. Manually choosing a level does not count.

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ANC levelsiNumber of adjustable cancellation strength steps. Off and transparency modes are excluded.

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ANC attenuation (claimed)

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Transparency mode

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Adjustable transparency

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Conversation detectioniAudio pauses or lowers automatically when the wearer speaks. Voice assistant activation does not count.

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Wind noise reduction

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Measured

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Frequency response notesiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Default measured response has a bass bump around 100 Hz and treble peaks between 4.5 and 9 kHz above the reviewer preference curve.8Reviewsoundguys.com/playstation-pulse-elite-review-113057Read 8 October 2026Objective Measurements section explicitly describes 100 Hz bump and 4.5-9 kHz peaks against SoundGuys headphone preference curve. Test firmware 0136. Rig, level and exact connection for this curve are not published in the visible section, so no numerical regional deviations are invented.

Bass amountiReviewer’s bass deviation from its stated target. Positive is more bass. Target and test method belong in the source note.

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Treble amountiReviewer’s treble deviation from its stated target. Positive is more treble. Target and test method belong in the source note.

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Deviation from targetiReviewer’s full-range error from its target curve. Do not substitute a regional bass or treble error.

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Consistency between fittingsiReviewer’s standard deviation across repeated fittings. Test rig and fitting procedure belong in the source note.

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Harmonic distortioniIndependently measured harmonic distortion, with test level and method in the source note.

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Sound leakageiIndependently measured leakage at 30 cm. Playback level and method belong in the source note.

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Measured noise isolationiIndependently measured attenuation. Positive values mean more noise reduction. ANC state, rig and frequency bands belong in the source note.

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Noise isolation (measured, best)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Passive isolation (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic quality notesiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Reviewer-recorded speech was natural and intelligible in ideal and office-noise samples.8Reviewsoundguys.com/playstation-pulse-elite-review-113057Read 8 October 2026Exact recorded ideal, office and reverb samples described by the reviewer. Firmware 0136. Capture connection, test rig and numerical extension/SNR are not stated. No microphone count or pattern is inferred.

Mic low-frequency extensioniMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic high-frequency extensioniMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic speech-to-noise ratioiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Measured latencyiEnd-to-end latency measured by a reviewer for a specific connection, platform and codec. Firmware, method and operating mode belong in the source note.

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Bluetooth latency (measured, worst)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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2.4 GHz latency (measured, worst)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Measured battery lifeiReviewer’s continuous playback test. State the connection, ANC and lighting where known. Unknown settings stay omitted and are described in the source note.

AASUS ROG Pelta

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BSony PULSE Elite Wireless Headset

Hours (h)
53

Source9Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/sony/pulse-elite-wirelessRead 8 October 2026Public exact PULSE Elite verdict explicitly reports 53-hour continuous battery life. It is retained as the published rounded continuous result. Connection, volume, codec, firmware, lighting and other test settings are not disclosed in visible text and row cells stay omitted. No member-only numeric cells or test-setting tables were read. SoundGuys 49 hours 31 minutes is logged mixed gaming/music and sometimes simultaneous wireless use, not its regular continuous procedure, so it is not inserted into this continuous-playback table.

Battery life (measured, max)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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53h=CalculatedFrom Measured battery life

Clamping forceiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Weight (measured)iIndependently weighed headset. A review that repeats the maker’s number does not qualify. Cable and microphone inclusion belong in the source note.

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Microphone

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MicrophoneiMain microphone used for speech. Secondary internal microphones may be described in the source note.

Detachable boom2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/wireless-headsets/rog-peltaRead 20 October 202610 mm super-wideband detachable boom microphone.

Retractable boom1Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/accessories/pulse-elite-wireless-headsetRead 8 October 2026Maker names a fully retractable boom microphone.

Microphone element

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Microphone pickup patterniUse the maker’s exact named pattern. Unidirectional does not establish whether the capsule is cardioid, supercardioid or hypercardioid.

Unidirectional1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/wireless-headsets/rog-pelta/specRead 20 October 2026Microphone Pick-up Pattern: Unidirectional. The exact pattern is not named.

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Voice microphonesiTotal microphones used for voice pickup or beamforming across both sides. ANC-only microphones are excluded.

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Total microphonesiEvery physical microphone across the headset, including call, ANC and calibration microphones. Shared microphones count once. Excludes microphones in charging cases or receivers, and vibration sensors. Use an explicitly published physical total, never a sum of overlapping role counts.

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Mic frequency responseiAcoustic microphone response, not its digital sampling rate. Connection-specific ranges belong in the source note.

Min100 HzMax10 kHz1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/wireless-headsets/rog-pelta/specRead 20 October 2026Microphone Frequency Response: 100Hz - 10KHz.

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Mic sensitivityiPublished microphone sensitivity. Reference such as dBV/Pa or dBFS, frequency and distance belong in the source note.

-40dB1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/wireless-headsets/rog-pelta/specRead 20 October 2026Microphone Sensitivity: -40 dB. No reference level is given.

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Mic signal-to-noiseiPublished microphone signal-to-noise ratio. Minimum or typical conditions belong in the source note.

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Mic sample rateiExplicitly published digital microphone capture or speech sampling rate. State the audio route in the source note, or say it is unpublished. Internal capture does not prove the effective rate on every connection. Acoustic bandwidth, playback rate and generic microphone-chip capability do not qualify.

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Mic noise reductioniProcessing that removes noise from transmitted speech. Playback ANC and a directional microphone alone do not count.

DSP9Reviewign.com/articles/asus-rog-pelta-gaming-headset-reviewRead 20 October 2026Armoury Crate has an echo cancellation and noise reduction toggle, a noise gate and Perfect Voice. These run in the PC software.

AI1Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/accessories/pulse-elite-wireless-headsetRead 8 October 2026AI-enhanced noise rejection applies to outgoing microphone voice, not active playback noise cancellation.

Flip to mute

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Mute button

Yes2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/wireless-headsets/rog-peltaRead 20 October 2026Mic mute button on the left ear cup. One click mutes or unmutes.

Yes6Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2024/02/21/pulse-elite-wireless-headset-launches-starting-today-the-starters-guide-to-playstations-latest-line-of-innovative-audio-productsRead 8 October 2026Sony explicitly documents the headset microphone mute button. DualSense mute control on PS5 is separate.

Mute indicatoriPublished indication of microphone mute. mechanical_marker is a visible physical marker showing the microphone's mute-switch position. LED options require an electronic light. The in-line controller option is for a mute light on a cable remote.

LED on mic2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/wireless-headsets/rog-peltaRead 20 October 2026An indicator light at the tip of the boom flashes red when the microphone is muted.8Reviewtechradar.com/computing/peripherals-accessories/asus-rog-pelta-reviewRead 20 October 2026A red light on the end of the microphone boom shows mute.9Reviewign.com/articles/asus-rog-pelta-gaming-headset-reviewRead 20 October 2026A light ring around the mic lights up when muted.10Reviewmezha.ua/en/reviews/asus-rog-pelta-review-full-size-gaming-headset-with-three-connection-modesRead 20 October 2026A red LED shows when the microphone is muted.

LED on mic6Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2024/02/21/pulse-elite-wireless-headset-launches-starting-today-the-starters-guide-to-playstations-latest-line-of-innovative-audio-productsRead 8 October 2026Sony launch guide explicitly identifies the LED on the boom mic as the mute-state indicator. Its colour is not stored because secondary descriptions disagree.

Sidetone

Yes9Reviewign.com/articles/asus-rog-pelta-gaming-headset-reviewRead 20 October 2026In the separate settings menu the headset supports microphone sidetone.

Yes6Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2024/02/21/pulse-elite-wireless-headset-launches-starting-today-the-starters-guide-to-playstations-latest-line-of-innovative-audio-productsRead 8 October 2026Sony documents listening to your own voice through the headset.

Adjustable sidetone

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Yes6Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2024/02/21/pulse-elite-wireless-headset-launches-starting-today-the-starters-guide-to-playstations-latest-line-of-innovative-audio-productsRead 8 October 2026PS5 sidetone volume is adjustable and its setting carries over to other connections. Current Windows driver also documents sidetone controls.

Foam microphone windscreeniA foam cover for the voice microphone. An internal metal mesh pop filter does not count.

Yes2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/wireless-headsets/rog-peltaRead 20 October 2026Not stated here. See the Mezha review for the foam windscreen.10Reviewmezha.ua/en/reviews/asus-rog-pelta-review-full-size-gaming-headset-with-three-connection-modesRead 20 October 2026Unidirectional microphone with wind protection made of foam.

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Connectivity

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Audio connectionsiConnections that carry playback audio. Charging or firmware USB alone does not count as USB audio.

2.4 GHz, Bluetooth, USB1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/wireless-headsets/rog-pelta/specRead 20 October 2026Connector: 2.4Ghz, BT, USB-C. Interface: Wireless.2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/wireless-headsets/rog-peltaRead 20 October 2026Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz with ROG SpeedNova and a USB-C wired connection.8Reviewtechradar.com/computing/peripherals-accessories/asus-rog-pelta-reviewRead 20 October 2026Wired via USB-C, wireless via Bluetooth and a 2.4GHz dongle.

2.4 GHz, Bluetooth, Analog5Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/connect-pulse-elite-otherRead 8 October 2026Sony documents PlayStation Link, Bluetooth and a powered 3.5 mm analog path. NA guide explicitly specifies PlayStation Link 2.4 GHz. USB charging/firmware does not add a USB-audio connection.

Analog source plugsiAnalog plug(s) supplied for the source device, including adapters. The headset-side jack is listed separately.

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Cable connector on headsetiConnection used by the playback cable at the headset. A fixed cable is not replaceable through a headset jack.

USB-C8Reviewtechradar.com/computing/peripherals-accessories/asus-rog-pelta-reviewRead 20 October 2026USB-C port on the headset for wired audio.9Reviewign.com/articles/asus-rog-pelta-gaming-headset-reviewRead 20 October 2026USB-C port on the left ear cup.

3.5 mm5Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/connect-pulse-elite-otherRead 8 October 2026Wired connection uses the headset 3.5 mm audio input. A compatible 4-conductor cable carries audio and microphone. A 3-conductor cable carries audio only. Neither cable is supplied, so analog source-plug enum values are not stored as included plugs.

Longest included cableiLength of the longest supplied cable, including charging and dongle cables. Individual cable lengths are listed in Cables included.

1.8m1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/wireless-headsets/rog-pelta/specRead 20 October 2026Cable: USB-C to USB-A charging cable, 1.8 m.

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Headset USB plug or portiUSB plug or port on the headset or its included wired audio adapter. A charging-only USB port can appear here.

USB-C1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/wireless-headsets/rog-pelta/specRead 20 October 2026Connector: USB-C. The port is on the headset and takes the charging and wired audio cable.9Reviewign.com/articles/asus-rog-pelta-gaming-headset-reviewRead 20 October 2026USB-C port on the left ear cup for charging and wired audio. The same page says a 3.5mm jack beside it is for the boom microphone.

USB-C8Reviewsoundguys.com/playstation-pulse-elite-review-113057Read 8 October 2026Controls section explicitly identifies USB-C port on headset. Included USB-A-to-C cable is also named. This field describes the headset charging connector, not receiver connector or USB audio.

Audio over USB-C cableiPlayback through a USB-C cable or included wired USB-C audio adapter. A charging-only USB-C port does not count.

Yes2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/wireless-headsets/rog-peltaRead 20 October 2026Tri-mode connectivity includes a USB-C wired connection.8Reviewtechradar.com/computing/peripherals-accessories/asus-rog-pelta-reviewRead 20 October 2026Wired connection is via USB-C. There is no 3.5mm in-line sound.

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Passive wired listeningiAnalog playback works with the headset powered off or its battery empty. An active analog converter that needs headset power does not count.

No8Reviewtechradar.com/computing/peripherals-accessories/asus-rog-pelta-reviewRead 20 October 2026There is no 3.5mm headphone jack, so wired use needs the USB-C cable. No analog path.9Reviewign.com/articles/asus-rog-pelta-gaming-headset-reviewRead 20 October 2026USB-C port for charging and wired audio. There is no 3.5mm analog input.

No5Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/connect-pulse-elite-otherRead 8 October 2026Sony wired setup explicitly requires turning the headset on. It does not play passive analog audio with a depleted battery. Wired use disables PS Link and Bluetooth connections.

Wireless receiveriDedicated wireless audio receiver or dongle. A wired USB sound card does not count.

Included1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/wireless-headsets/rog-pelta/specRead 20 October 2026Accessories: wireless 2.4 GHz USB-C dongle.

Included2Maker product pagedirect.playstation.com/en-us/buy-accessories/pulse-elite-wireless-headset-ps5Read 8 October 2026Complete box list includes a PlayStation Link USB adapter. The original 2024 NA safety guide identifies adapter CFI-ZWA2 separately from the headset CFI-ZWH2. Later CFI-ZWA3 removable-connector adapters are not the selected reference.

Wireless receiver connectoriPhysical USB connector on the receiver. Supplied extension cables and adapters are explained in the source note. Both means two native connector types.

USB-C1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/wireless-headsets/rog-pelta/specRead 20 October 2026The dongle is USB-C. A USB-C to USB-A dongle adapter is included for USB-A ports.

USB-A4Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/connect-pulse-eliteRead 8 October 2026Connect to PS5 section explicitly inserts the included original adapter into a USB Type-A port. No native USB-C receiver or later replacement adapter is inherited.

Wireless range (claimed)iMaker’s advertised wireless range. Connection and indoor or outdoor conditions belong in the source note. Measured distance is not stored here.

10m10Reviewmezha.ua/en/reviews/asus-rog-pelta-review-full-size-gaming-headset-with-three-connection-modesRead 20 October 2026Spec table: range of action 10 meters. It does not say if this is the maker's figure. It is stored as the advertised range.

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Bluetooth

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Bluetooth codecsiNamed Bluetooth audio codecs supported by this exact model. Host, firmware and operating-mode restrictions belong in the source note.

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SBC8Reviewsoundguys.com/playstation-pulse-elite-review-113057Read 8 October 2026Exact review objective MDAQS image explicitly labels a Bluetooth SBC test. This establishes SBC support on tested firmware 0136, not an exhaustive codec list or proprietary PS Link codec.

LE AudioiLE Audio playback support. Bluetooth Low Energy for app control alone does not count.

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AuracastiAuracast broadcast audio support. Required phone, firmware and app conditions belong in the source note.

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Bluetooth multipointiCan remain connected to multiple Bluetooth source devices at once. Mixing Bluetooth with a proprietary dongle is a separate field. A maker's dual connection to two Bluetooth devices at once counts.

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No5Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/connect-pulse-elite-otherRead 8 October 2026Sony explicitly permits connection and playback from only one Bluetooth source at a time. Proprietary PS Link plus Bluetooth mixing is separate.

Multipoint devicesiNumber of Bluetooth source devices connected at once, not the number remembered for later pairing.

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15Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/connect-pulse-elite-otherRead 8 October 2026One simultaneous Bluetooth source. Not the count of remembered pairings or combined PS Link/Bluetooth hosts.

Paired devices remembered

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105Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/connect-pulse-elite-otherRead 8 October 2026Up to ten remembered Bluetooth devices. Sony separately documents eight PS Link adapter pairings, which are not added to this Bluetooth memory count or relabelled simultaneous sources.

Mixes 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth audioiPlays both wireless audio streams at the same time. Automatic switching or Bluetooth standby does not count.

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Yes5Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/connect-pulse-elite-otherRead 8 October 2026Sony explicitly describes listening to both PS Link and Bluetooth sources simultaneously. Headset volume buttons adjust PS Link audio only. Bluetooth source volume is controlled from its device.

Fast pairing

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Base station

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Latency

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Low latency modeiA selectable mode intended to reduce audio delay. A low-latency connection without a distinct mode does not count.

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Claimed latencyiMaker’s claimed delay for the stated connection and mode. Minimum claims and host restrictions belong in the source note.

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Compatibility

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Compatible platformsiPlatforms with a documented audio path. This does not imply every connection or microphone function works. Platform editions must be checked individually.

Windows, macOS, PS5, PS4, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, Android, iOS1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/wireless-headsets/rog-pelta/specRead 20 October 2026Support Platform: PC, MAC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, iPad, iOS, Android, Bluetooth device. Xbox is not listed.6Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0DNTLYK6ZRead 20 October 2026Listing bullets name PlayStation 4 and 5, Nintendo Switch 1 and Switch 2, PC, Mac and mobile. The manufacturer FAQ says it is not compatible with Xbox.8Reviewtechradar.com/computing/peripherals-accessories/asus-rog-pelta-reviewRead 20 October 2026Not natively compatible with Xbox consoles because there is no 3.5mm jack.9Reviewign.com/articles/asus-rog-pelta-gaming-headset-reviewRead 20 October 2026Compatible with most platforms except Xbox. It has no analog input and no adapter, so it cannot be wired to an Xbox controller.

PS5, PS4, Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, Other8Reviewsoundguys.com/playstation-pulse-elite-review-113057Read 8 October 2026Maker directly supports PS5, Windows, macOS and PS Portal. SoundGuys FAQ explicitly supports Android and iPhone Bluetooth. RTINGS public intro separately supports PS4 and describes analog PlayStation-family playback. Other means PS Portal. Exact generation-specific Xbox support remains unlisted. Analog microphone requires a separately purchased four-conductor cable and headset power.9Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/sony/pulse-elite-wirelessRead 8 October 2026Public exact-model introduction explicitly names PS4 support. Wired Gaming text describes analog PlayStation-family playback. This does not claim native PlayStation Link wireless compatibility with PS4.

Connection per platformiOnly explicitly documented playback paths for the exact model. Microphone support is separate. Leave unknown microphone support omitted. An Xbox and a PlayStation edition of one headset can connect differently, so it is per variant.

AASUS ROG Pelta

Platform	Connection	Microphone works
Windows	2.4 GHz	Not available
Windows	USB	Not available
Windows	Bluetooth	Not available
macOS	2.4 GHz	Not available
macOS	USB	Not available
macOS	Bluetooth	Not available
PS5	2.4 GHz	Not available
PS5	USB	Not available
PS4	2.4 GHz	Not available
PS4	USB	Not available
Nintendo Switch	2.4 GHz	Not available
Nintendo Switch	USB	Not available
Nintendo Switch	Bluetooth	No
Android	2.4 GHz	Not available
Android	USB	Not available
Android	Bluetooth	Not available
iOS	2.4 GHz	Not available
iOS	USB	Not available
iOS	Bluetooth	Not available

Source6Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0DNTLYK6ZRead 20 October 2026Content from the manufacturer on the listing. PlayStation 4 and 5: 2.4 GHz wireless or USB-C, Bluetooth is not supported. Nintendo Switch: 2.4 GHz, USB-C and Bluetooth, the microphone does not work over Bluetooth. Windows 10/11 and macOS: all three modes. Android, iPhone 15 and newer and USB-C iPads: all three modes. iPhone 14 and older and Lightning iPads: Bluetooth only. Microphone support is not stated for the other rows. The Switch row is stored for the original Switch.

BSony PULSE Elite Wireless Headset

Platform	Connection	Microphone works
PS5	2.4 GHz	Yes
Windows	2.4 GHz	Yes
macOS	2.4 GHz	Not available
Android	Bluetooth	Not available
iOS	Bluetooth	Not available
Other	2.4 GHz	Not available

Source5Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/connect-pulse-elite-otherRead 8 October 2026Sony direct PS5 and PC/Mac PS Link paths plus native PS Portal PS Link without a dongle. Other row means PlayStation Portal, not every platform. PS5 mic is explicitly supported by the launch guide and Windows mic settings by the current PC Driver. Android/iOS Bluetooth support is explicitly stated by SoundGuys exact-model FAQ. Microphone cells remain omitted where exact platform-route support is not established. Analog requires a powered headset and separately purchased compatible cable, but no unsupported generation-specific Xbox rows are added.6Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2024/02/21/pulse-elite-wireless-headset-launches-starting-today-the-starters-guide-to-playstations-latest-line-of-innovative-audio-productsRead 8 October 2026Original launch guide explicitly supports headset voice chat and microphone mute from the DualSense on PS5. Backs the PS5 PS Link microphone cell only. Other platform-route claims have separate sources.10Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/playstation-link-pc-driverRead 8 October 2026Current supported-device table explicitly names PULSE Elite and the Windows PS Link quick menu provides microphone mute/unmute. Backs the Windows PS Link microphone cell. Bluetooth/analog microphone support is not transferred.

Official licence

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Battery and charging

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Battery capacityiRated capacity of one headset battery. Do not use case, receiver or total multi-battery capacity.

900mAh1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/wireless-headsets/rog-pelta/specRead 20 October 2026Battery: 900 mAh.

820mAh3Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en/corporate/support/manuals/accessories/ps5-accessories/pulse-elite-wireless-headset/CFI-ZWH2_Pulse_Elite_Safety_Guide_Web%24en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Page 1 Specifications: headset built-in lithium-ion battery, 820 mAh at 3.8 V. Headset capacity, not adapter or hanger input rating.

Swappable batteryiBattery can be exchanged by the user as part of normal operation. Service or recycling disassembly does not count.

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No3Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en/corporate/support/manuals/accessories/ps5-accessories/pulse-elite-wireless-headset/CFI-ZWH2_Pulse_Elite_Safety_Guide_Web%24en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Built-in battery. Safety instructions prohibit user disassembly or modification. No ordinary-operation hot-swap system is documented.

Batteries includediNumber of headset batteries supplied, including the one already installed.

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Claimed battery lifeiMaker’s maximum playback time per stated connection, codec, ANC, spatial audio and lighting settings. Name the spatial processing mode and other conditions in the source note. Unknown settings stay omitted.

AASUS ROG Pelta

Connection	ANC	Lighting	Hours (h)
2.4 GHz	No	No	70
2.4 GHz	No	Yes	45
Bluetooth	No	No	90
Bluetooth	No	Yes	60

Source2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/wireless-headsets/rog-peltaRead 20 October 20262.4 GHz: up to 70 hours with RGB lighting off and 45 hours with it on. Bluetooth: up to 90 hours with RGB off and 60 hours with it on. The asterisk on the page says with mic mute. The Pelta has no ANC.

BSony PULSE Elite Wireless Headset

Hours (h)
30

Source4Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/connect-pulse-eliteRead 8 October 2026Sony states up to 30 hours while playing audio and chatting on PS Link and Bluetooth connections at 25 C. It does not give separate exclusive-connection tests or state volume, codec, spatial audio and lighting settings. One generic model claim is stored. Unspecified row cells are omitted. Inactivity shutoff occurs after 30 minutes and is reset by motion, not established as wear detection.

Battery life (claimed, max)

90h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

30h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Battery life with ANC (claimed)

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Battery life without ANC (claimed)

90h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

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Charging port

USB-C1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/wireless-headsets/rog-pelta/specRead 20 October 2026USB-C charging cable and the USB-C port on the left ear cup.

USB-C8Reviewsoundguys.com/playstation-pulse-elite-review-113057Read 8 October 2026USB-C charging with cable, or contacts on the included hanger. Primary stored port is USB-C. Hanger is represented separately as an included charging dock.

Full charge timeiPublished time to fully charge a depleted headset. In-use charging can take longer.

120min13Retailer pagemultitronic.fi/en/products/4538674/asus-rog-pelta-wireless-gaming-headset--blackRead 20 October 2026Spec table: Battery recharge time 2 h. The description says a full recharge takes approximately two hours via USB-C. No maker page states a full charge time, so this single retailer value is stored.

150min4Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/connect-pulse-eliteRead 8 October 2026Charge section: approximately 2.5 hours from an empty battery to fully charged, exactly converted to 150 minutes. Compatible USB-A power source required.

Quick charge timeiCharge duration in the maker’s quick-charge claim. Read together with Quick charge playback.

15min2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/wireless-headsets/rog-peltaRead 20 October 202615-minute fast charge.

10min4Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/connect-pulse-eliteRead 8 October 2026Charge section: 10 minutes charging for 2 hours use. Volume, codec, initial charge and spatial-processing settings are not specified.

Quick charge playbackiPlayback gained from Quick charge time. Charger power, codec, volume and ANC conditions belong in the source note.

3h2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/wireless-headsets/rog-peltaRead 20 October 2026A 15-minute fast charge gives up to 3 hours of use. Charger and settings are not stated.

2h4Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/connect-pulse-eliteRead 8 October 2026Up to two hours use from a ten-minute charge. Not a full-charge duration.

Use while charging

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Yes4Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/connect-pulse-eliteRead 8 October 2026Sony explicitly permits use while charging with the headset connected to the USB power device. This does not establish USB-cable audio playback.

Charging dock or stand

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Included2Maker product pagedirect.playstation.com/en-us/buy-accessories/pulse-elite-wireless-headset-ps5Read 8 October 2026Complete box list includes the charging hanger and mounting plate. It is a powered charging accessory, not a wireless audio base station. Mounting screw is not supplied.

Controls

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Controls

Buttons, Volume wheel2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/wireless-headsets/rog-peltaRead 20 October 2026Buttons on the left ear cup: power slide switch, mic mute button, volume scroll wheel and a function button. A press and hold of 5 seconds on the mute button turns RGB lighting on or off.8Reviewtechradar.com/computing/peripherals-accessories/asus-rog-pelta-reviewRead 20 October 2026Volume wheel, mic on/off button, pause/play button and a Bluetooth, off, 2.4GHz slider.

Buttons8Reviewsoundguys.com/playstation-pulse-elite-review-113057Read 8 October 2026Volume rocker, PS Link power/pairing button and microphone mute button. No touch controls or wheel inferred.

Volume control

Wheel2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/wireless-headsets/rog-peltaRead 20 October 2026Volume scroll wheel on the left ear cup.

Buttons8Reviewsoundguys.com/playstation-pulse-elite-review-113057Read 8 October 2026Physical volume rocker. Sony support states it adjusts PS Link audio only. Bluetooth and analog volume must be controlled from the source.

Game and chat mixiBalances separate game and chat audio streams. Mixing Bluetooth and dongle source volume alone does not count. Supported platforms belong in the source note.

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Software6Press releaseblog.playstation.com/2024/02/21/pulse-elite-wireless-headset-launches-starting-today-the-starters-guide-to-playstations-latest-line-of-innovative-audio-productsRead 8 October 2026PS5 Sound Quick Menu software Game Chat Balance. Triple-pressing the PS Link button opens this menu. It is not a physical chat-mix dial and no Bluetooth/analog host mixing control is asserted.

Remappable controlsiOn-device button, touch or dial functions can be reassigned. Changing EQ alone does not count.

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Wear detection

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Voice assistant

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Comfort and build

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Headband type

Suspension strap2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/wireless-headsets/rog-peltaRead 20 October 2026Three-level adjustable elastic headband. The headband can be detached.8Reviewtechradar.com/computing/peripherals-accessories/asus-rog-pelta-reviewRead 20 October 2026Only three headband size options. No telescopic arms.

Suspension strap8Reviewsoundguys.com/playstation-pulse-elite-review-113057Read 8 October 2026Review explicitly describes the rubberized suspension band beneath the outer frame.

Headband material

Elastic strap with breathable fabric under a plastic frame10Reviewmezha.ua/en/reviews/asus-rog-pelta-review-full-size-gaming-headset-with-three-connection-modesRead 20 October 2026Rigid outer plastic frame with a soft mesh insert and an elastic inner band that adjusts in height with clips.

Rubberized8Reviewsoundguys.com/playstation-pulse-elite-review-113057Read 8 October 2026Published as rubberized. A more precise polymer composition is not stated.

Frame material

Plastic10Reviewmezha.ua/en/reviews/asus-rog-pelta-review-full-size-gaming-headset-with-three-connection-modesRead 20 October 2026The headphones are made entirely of three types of plastic.12Reviewgamingtrend.com/asus-rog-pelta-review-entering-the-republic-of-good-hearingRead 20 October 2026Made of durable, flexible plastic.

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Ear cup material

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Ear pad material

Breathable mesh fabric2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/wireless-headsets/rog-peltaRead 20 October 2026Mesh fabric ear cushions with hexagonal patterns.

Leatherette8Reviewsoundguys.com/playstation-pulse-elite-review-113057Read 8 October 2026Review explicitly calls the ear-cup covering leatherette. Exact foam and user replacement method are not stated.

Replaceable ear pads

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Ear pad attachmentiHow a replacement ear pad attaches to the ear cup, not how the decorative outer cover attaches. A press-fit or snap-on pad counts as clip.

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Ear pad openingiUsable opening inside an ear pad, excluding the outer cushion. Depth is the internal space between pad surface and driver cover.

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Ear tips included

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Dust and water rating

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User-replaceable parts

Detachable boom microphone, Detachable elastic headband2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/wireless-headsets/rog-peltaRead 20 October 2026The features page says the boom mic is detachable and the elastic headband can be detached to fit different head shapes.

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Software

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Companion app

Armoury Crate Gear2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/wireless-headsets/rog-peltaRead 20 October 2026Armoury Crate Gear is made exclusively for ROG Pelta. It checks battery level, adjusts RGB lighting and EQ settings.

PlayStation Link PC Driver10Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/playstation-link-pc-driverRead 8 October 2026Current maker page explicitly supports PULSE Elite firmware updating, volume, microphone mute, sidetone and preset rename/reset controls. It is distinct from PlayStation Accessories controller software. Current later software capability, not an original 2024 launch promise. As accessed October 8, 2026, Sony warns that users may lose functionality during its ongoing driver update and expects restoration within the next few months. Distribution is gradual, so immediate functionality is not promised. PS5 built-in settings remain a separate control route.

App platforms

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Windows10Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/playstation-link-pc-driverRead 8 October 2026Windows 10 or Windows 11. Device settings appear with PS Link connection, not Bluetooth or analog. Mac audio compatibility does not prove a macOS companion app.

User firmware updates

Yes12Reviewgamingtrend.com/asus-rog-pelta-review-entering-the-republic-of-good-hearingRead 20 October 2026Armoury Crate Gear desktop app keeps the headset firmware updated and shows battery health.

Yes4Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/support/hardware/connect-pulse-eliteRead 8 October 2026Sony documents PS5 Settings > Accessories > Headset > PS Link Device Software Update. Windows PC update route is separately supported by the current PS Link PC Driver page. Later software support is not a launch-feature promise.

Dimensions and weight

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Headset weightiPublished headset mass without detachable cable or microphone when stated. A fixed cable remains included. Any unqualified maker weight is identified in the source note.

309g(10.9 oz)1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/wireless-headsets/rog-pelta/specRead 20 October 2026Weight: 309 g. The page does not say whether the boom microphone is included. The features page comparison table lists 318g in a column that belongs to the ROG Delta II, so it is not used.

347g(12.2 oz)3Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en/corporate/support/manuals/accessories/ps5-accessories/pulse-elite-wireless-headset/CFI-ZWH2_Pulse_Elite_Safety_Guide_Web%24en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Page 1 headset approximately 347 g. Excludes separate adapter approximately 4 g and hanger approximately 28 g with mounting plate. SoundGuys overview 340 g has no stated weighing method and is not substituted.

Headset dimensionsiBody size with headband upright and ear cups in their normal wearing position. Width is across the head, height is top to bottom, and depth is front to back. Folded or flat-swivel dimensions are not substituted.

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Width217Height154Depth109mm(8.5 × 6.1 × 4.3 in)3Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en/corporate/support/manuals/accessories/ps5-accessories/pulse-elite-wireless-headset/CFI-ZWH2_Pulse_Elite_Safety_Guide_Web%24en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Page 1 explicitly names width x height x depth approximately 217 x 154 x 109 mm, microphone not extended. Separate adapter 48 x 16 x 8 and hanger 86 x 40 x 31 are excluded. No axes are changed to match a product-photo angle.

Certifications

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Hi-Res Audio

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Communication certifications

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FCC ID

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Other certifications

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In the box

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In the box

ROG Pelta headset, Detachable boom microphone, Wireless 2.4 GHz USB-C dongle, USB-C to USB-A dongle adapter, USB-C to USB-A charging cable, Quick start guide, Warranty booklet1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/wireless-headsets/rog-pelta/specRead 20 October 2026Accessories list: 2.4 GHz USB-C dongle, USB-C to USB-A dongle adapter, USB-C to USB-A charging cable, quick start guide, warranty booklet. The boom microphone comes from the Amazon listing, which sells the headset with a detachable mic, and from the reviews.12Reviewgamingtrend.com/asus-rog-pelta-review-entering-the-republic-of-good-hearingRead 20 October 2026Box holds the headset, a dust bag, the USB-C cable, a detachable 10mm boom microphone and the USB wireless receiver.

PULSE Elite wireless headset, PlayStation Link USB adapter, PULSE Elite charging hanger, Mounting plate, USB cable, User manual2Maker product pagedirect.playstation.com/en-us/buy-accessories/pulse-elite-wireless-headset-ps5Read 8 October 2026Exact White standard box list. The included hanger is CFI-ZPH2 in the NA guide. Headset, adapter and hanger model numbers are not merged. No analog cable, mounting screw or carrying case is included.

Cables includediSupplied playback, charging, dongle and adapter cables. A permanently attached headset cable is included and named as fixed.

AASUS ROG Pelta

Type	Length (m)	Count
USB-C to USB-A charging cable, also used for wired USB audio	1.8	1
USB-C to USB-A dongle adapter	Not available	1

Source1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/wireless-headsets/rog-pelta/specRead 20 October 2026Accessories: USB-C to USB-A dongle adapter and USB-C to USB-A charging cable 1.8 m. No adapter length is given.

BSony PULSE Elite Wireless Headset

Type	Count
USB-A to USB-C cable	1

Source2Maker product pagedirect.playstation.com/en-us/buy-accessories/pulse-elite-wireless-headset-ps5Read 8 October 2026Complete selected US White box list supplies one USB cable. Original NA guide names SONY cable part 1-018-350-21. No cable length or speed rating is asserted.8Reviewsoundguys.com/playstation-pulse-elite-review-113057Read 8 October 2026Exact original White review explicitly names the included USB-C-to-USB-A cable used for hanger or headset charging. This establishes the connector pair, not USB audio playback or a data-speed rating.

Carrying caseiSupplied carrying case or pouch. A retail carton does not count as a carrying case.

None1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/wireless-headsets/rog-pelta/specRead 20 October 2026Carry bag/box: No. GamingTrend mentions a dust bag in the box, which is not a carrying case.

None8Reviewsoundguys.com/playstation-pulse-elite-review-113057Read 8 October 2026Exact review explicitly says no carrying case. Complete maker box list corroborates.

Links

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Product page

rog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/wireless-headsets/rog-pelta2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/wireless-headsets/rog-peltaRead 20 October 2026ROG US product page.

www.playstation.com/en-us/accessories/pulse-elite-wireless-headset1Maker product pageplaystation.com/en-us/accessories/pulse-elite-wireless-headsetRead 8 October 2026

Spec sheet

rog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/wireless-headsets/rog-pelta/spec1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/headsets-audio/headsets/wireless-headsets/rog-pelta/specRead 20 October 2026ROG US Tech Specs tab.

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Manual

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www.playstation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en/corporate/support/manuals/accessories/ps5-accessories/pulse-elite-wireless-headset/CFI-ZWH2_Pulse_Elite_Safety_Guide_Web%24en.pdf3Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en/corporate/support/manuals/accessories/ps5-accessories/pulse-elite-wireless-headset/CFI-ZWH2_Pulse_Elite_Safety_Guide_Web%24en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Actual official North American English/French safety guide, two PDF pages. English Specifications on page 1 and limited warranty were read. Operational setup is separately documented by Sony support pages.

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

1year3Maker product pageeshop.asus.com/us/90yh0410-bhaa00-rog-pelta.htmlRead 20 October 2026US store: 1 year manufacturer's limited warranty.

1year3Owner's manualplaystation.com/content/dam/global_pdc/en/corporate/support/manuals/accessories/ps5-accessories/pulse-elite-wireless-headset/CFI-ZWH2_Pulse_Elite_Safety_Guide_Web%24en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Original North American limited warranty one year for material/workmanship defects, excluding consumables such as batteries. Statutory rights and paid extensions are separate.

Both are also in the API. Back to all headsets and headphones.