Sony PULSE Elite Wireless Headset (2024)

Sony's flagship PlayStation 5 wireless headset uses planar-magnetic drivers and a proprietary PlayStation Link wireless protocol that delivers lossless, low-latency audio to PS5, PS Portal, PC, and Mac via a small USB-A PlayStation Link dongle. A built-in 3.5mm input lets you fall back to wired analog audio with the included cable, and Bluetooth lets you mix in a phone call on top of game audio. Battery is 30 hours over PlayStation Link, charged by USB-C either via a cable or by hanging the headset on the optional charging hanger.

Device Information

Manufacturer
Sony
Release Year
2024
Model Number
CFI-ZWH2
Category
Gaming Headset

Available Ports

Connector Quantity Power (PD) Capabilities Label Notes
USB Type-C (USB 2.0) 1 5 W — USB-C (headset charge port) Charging only — also used by the optional charging hanger. USB 2.0.
3.5mm TRS (Stereo Audio) 1 — — 3.5mm wired input (headset) Stereo analog input for the included 3.5mm cable. Built-in retractable boom mic handles mic duties regardless of wired vs wireless mode.

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Notes & Compatibility

Includes a USB-A PlayStation Link dongle for lossless wireless to PS5, PS Portal, PC, and Mac. Bluetooth 5.1 runs simultaneously for phone calls or secondary device mixing. The 3.5mm jack on the headset is a TRS stereo input for the included analog cable (mic is the built-in retractable boom mic). USB-C is charge-only — also used by the optional charging hanger accessory. Replaces the older Pulse 3D wireless headset’s USB dongle approach.

Common questions

How many ports does the Sony PULSE Elite Wireless Headset (2024) have?

The Sony PULSE Elite Wireless Headset (2024) has 2 ports in total: 1 × USB Type-C (USB 2.0) and 1 × 3.5mm TRS (Stereo Audio).

What kinds of ports does the Sony PULSE Elite Wireless Headset (2024) have?

By connector family, the Sony PULSE Elite Wireless Headset (2024) has 1 USB and 1 Audio.

How many USB ports does the Sony PULSE Elite Wireless Headset (2024) have?

The Sony PULSE Elite Wireless Headset (2024) has 1 USB port: 1 × USB Type-C (USB 2.0).

How is the Sony PULSE Elite Wireless Headset (2024) powered?

The Sony PULSE Elite Wireless Headset (2024) takes power over 1 × USB Type-C (USB 2.0), rated for up to 5 W.

Does the Sony PULSE Elite Wireless Headset (2024) have HDMI?

No. The Sony PULSE Elite Wireless Headset (2024) has no HDMI port. No video-capable port is recorded for this device.

Does the Sony PULSE Elite Wireless Headset (2024) have a USB-A port?

No. The Sony PULSE Elite Wireless Headset (2024) has no full-size USB Type-A port. It has 1 × USB Type-C (USB 2.0) instead, so full-size USB accessories need an adapter or a hub.