In depth comparison and review of ASTRO Gaming A30 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 | ASTRO Gaming A30 | Sony PULSE Elite |
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Product Type | Headset - Bluetooth / LIGHTSPEED - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack, USB-A via Bluetooth adapter | Headset - Bluetooth / PlayStation Link - wireless | |
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Height | 19.45 cm | - | |
Width | 16.36 cm | - | |
Depth | 8.1 cm | - | |
Weight | 342 g | - | |
Dimensions & Weight Details | Transmitter: 1.3 cm x 4.88 cm x 1.43 cm / 3.2 g Microphone: 0.86 cm x 15.83 cm x 2.96 cm / 13.1 g |
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Colour | White | Navy | White | |
Earpad Material | Memory foam | Plush | |
Headband Material | Memory foam | - | |
Recommended Use | Game console, portable electronics, computer | Game console | |
Gaming | Yes | - | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | 15 m | - |
SOUND QUALITY | ASTRO Gaming A30 | Sony PULSE Elite |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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Headphones Technology | Dynamic | Planar magnetic | |
Adjustable Headband | Yes | - | |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless, wired | Wireless | |
Wireless Technology | Bluetooth / LIGHTSPEED | Bluetooth / PlayStation Link | |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | - | |
Frequency Response | 20 - 20000 Hz | - | |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | <1% | - | |
Sensitivity | 105 dB/mW | - | |
Impedance | 32 Ohm | - | |
Diaphragm | 40 mm | - | |
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) | 2 | - | ASTRO Gaming A30 have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously. |
Features | Moving coil dynamic | - |
MICROPHONE | ASTRO Gaming A30 | Sony PULSE Elite |
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Form Factor | Detachable headset microphone | Built-in | |
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Type | Boom | Boom | |
Microphone Operation Mode | Uni-directional, omni-directional | - | |
Noise Cancelling | - | Yes | Sony PULSE Elite microphone can cancel out ambient noise. |
Noise Cancelling Technology | - | AI-enhanced noise rejection | |
Microphone Features | - | Retractable microphone |
REMOTE CONTROL | ASTRO Gaming A30 | Sony PULSE Elite |
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Controls | Mute, volume, power on/off, Bluetooth, call | Volume, microphone on/mute |
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CABLE | ASTRO Gaming A30 | Sony PULSE Elite |
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Cable Type | Audio cable - detachable - 1.5 m USB-C to USB-A cable - detachable - 1.5 m |
USB cable | |
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Cable Length | 1.5 m | - | |
Detachable Cable | Yes | - |
BATTERY AND CHARGING | ASTRO Gaming A30 | Sony PULSE Elite |
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Battery Type | Headset battery rechargeable - lithium polymer | Headset battery rechargeable | |
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Battery Life | 27 hour(s) | 30 hour(s) | Sony PULSE Elite lasts longer on a single charge than the ASTRO Gaming A30. |
Charging Time | 4.13 hour(s) | - |
OTHERS | ASTRO Gaming A30 | Sony PULSE Elite |
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Included Accessories | Protective case | Mounting plate, USB cable, PULSE Elite charging hanger, PlayStation Link USB adapter | |
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Compatibility | iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Mac, Windows, Android tablet | - | |
Service & Support | Limited warranty - 2 years | Limited warranty - 1 year |