In depth comparison and review of Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 and Sony PULSE Elite. Compare design, audio features, functions and other important specifications to easily choose the right headphones for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the headphones that will best fit your needs.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Sony PULSE Elite |
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Product Type | Headset - 2.4 GHz - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack | Headset - Bluetooth / PlayStation Link - wireless | |
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Colour | - | White | |
Earpad Material | - | Plush | |
Recommended Use | Computer | Game console | |
Gaming | Yes | - |
SOUND QUALITY | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Sony PULSE Elite |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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Headphones Technology | - | Planar magnetic | |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless, wired | Wireless | |
Wireless Technology | 2.4 GHz radio frequency | Bluetooth / PlayStation Link | |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | - | |
Frequency Response | 20 - 20000 Hz | - | |
Impedance | 16 Ohm | - | |
Max Sound Pressure | 107 dB | - | |
Diaphragm | 40 mm | - | |
Features | 16.8M RGB LED lighting (2 zones) | - |
MICROPHONE | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Sony PULSE Elite |
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Form Factor | Headset microphone | Built-in | |
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Type | Boom | Boom | |
Microphone Operation Mode | Uni-directional | - | |
Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | The microphones on both headphones can cancel out ambient noise. |
Noise Cancelling Technology | - | AI-enhanced noise rejection | |
Frequency Response | 50 - 20000 Hz | - | |
Microphone Features | - | Retractable microphone |
REMOTE CONTROL | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Sony PULSE Elite |
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Controls | Volume, power on/off, balance control | Volume, microphone on/mute |
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CABLE | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Sony PULSE Elite |
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Cable Type | Micro-USB to USB cable - detachable Mini-phone 3.5 mm to mini-phone 3.5 mm cable - detachable |
USB cable |
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FEATURES | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Sony PULSE Elite |
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Additional Functions | LED lights | - |
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BATTERY AND CHARGING | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Sony PULSE Elite |
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Battery Type | Lithium Ion | Headset battery rechargeable | |
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Battery Capacity | 1200 mAh | - | |
Battery Life | 14 hour(s) | 30 hour(s) | Sony PULSE Elite lasts longer on a single charge than the Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988. |
WIRELESS LINK | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Sony PULSE Elite |
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Radio Frequency Range | 2.4GHz | - |
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CONNECTIONS | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Sony PULSE Elite |
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Connector Type | USB (5 pin Micro-USB Type B (power only)) AUX input (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) |
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OTHERS | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Sony PULSE Elite |
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Included Accessories | USB dongle | Mounting plate, USB cable, PULSE Elite charging hanger, PlayStation Link USB adapter | |
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Service & Support | Limited warranty - 2 years | Limited warranty - 1 year |