PlayStation has announced a pair of follow-ups to its excellent PlayStation Pulse Elite gaming headset, with the new PlayStation Pulse Wireless Headset set to release this “holidays” in select markets and the Pulse Edge Wireless Headset set to release early next year.
First launched in 2024, the Pulse Elite remains one of my go-to headsets for PS5 with its crisp-sounding planar magnetic drivers and the ease of PlayStation Link connectivity. These new entries continue on the great features of that headset in a sleek new design geared for better comfort and longevity, as well as better portability with rotating ear cups.
Both headsets sport Tempest 3D AudioTech and larger planar magnetic drivers than the original Pulse Elite, meaning you should still get that crisp, spatially-accurate sound but now noticeably more powerful and deep. The new Pulse has four magnets per planar driver, while the Pulse Edge has eight, making it the superior choice for audio quality.
In terms of microphones, the Pulse has an integrated mic receiver on the ear cup, while the Pulse Edge has a detachable boom mic, both which offer AI Noise Rejection as did the original Pulse Elite.
But with a significant “edge,” the Pulse Edge offers a few features that the base model doesn’t, such as active noise cancellation, built-in game/chat audio balance on PS5, a carrying case and integrated audio/microphone jack.
Here’s a comparison from the PlayStation Blog:
PlayStation Pulse wireless headset vs PlayStation Pule Edge wireless headset (2027)
| Feature | PlayStation Pulse Wireless Headset | Pulse Edge Wireless Headset |
| Custom Planar Magnetic Drivers | 4 Magnets Per Planar Driver | 8 Magnets Per Planar Driver |
| PlayStation Link | Adapter with USB Type-C Connector Included | Adapter with USB Type-C Connector Included |
| Microphone | Integrated Mic with AI Noise Rejection | Hidden/Detachable Boom Mic with AI Noise Rejection |
| Built-in Volume Control | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Game Audio and Chat Balance Control for PS5 | – | Yes |
| Active Noise Cancellation | – | Yes |
| Carrying Case | – | Yes |
| Audio/Microphone Jack | – | Yes |
We’ll have more information around launch dates and when you can pre-order these headsets soon.
PlayStation still has a new set of Pulse Elevate gaming speakers and its delayed FlexStrike Wireless arcade stick to launch over the coming months.
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Born into the world of video games through SEGA, and in particular Sonic the Hedgehog, Kieron’s gaming tastes now consist of the latest, shiny AAA thing, an indie darling or two, and an embarrassing number of hours of Balatro.