In depth comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ 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 | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ | Sony PULSE Elite |
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Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack, USB-C | Headset - Bluetooth / PlayStation Link - wireless | |
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Height | 20.4 cm | - | |
Width | 19.5 cm | - | |
Depth | 4.8 cm | - | |
Weight | 290.3 g | - | |
Colour | Matte black | White | |
Earpad Material | - | Plush | |
Recommended Use | - | Game console |
SOUND QUALITY | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ | 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 | Bluetooth | Bluetooth / PlayStation Link | |
Bluetooth Audio Codec | SBC, aptX | - | |
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | - | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | - | |
Frequency Response | 20 - 20000 Hz | - | |
Max Sound Pressure | 115 dB | - | |
Diaphragm | 40 mm | - |
MICROPHONE | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ | Sony PULSE Elite |
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Form Factor | Built-in | Built-in | |
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Type | - | Boom | |
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 | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ | Sony PULSE Elite |
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Controls | Volume, power on/off, mute button, noise-cancellation suspend button, Microsoft Teams button | Volume, microphone on/mute |
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CABLE | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ | Sony PULSE Elite |
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Cable Type | Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m USB-C cable - detachable - 1.5 m |
USB cable | |
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Detachable Cable | Yes | - |
FEATURES | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ | Sony PULSE Elite |
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Features | Wear detection | - |
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BATTERY AND CHARGING | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ | Sony PULSE Elite |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable | Headset battery rechargeable | |
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Battery Life | 18.5 hour(s) | 30 hour(s) | Sony PULSE Elite lasts longer on a single charge than the Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+. |
Battery Life Details | Continuous playback: up to 18.5 hours Continuous talk: up to 15 hours |
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Charging Time | 2 hour(s) | - |
CONNECTIONS | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ | Sony PULSE Elite |
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Connector Type | Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) USB (USB Type-C) |
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OTHERS | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ | Sony PULSE Elite |
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Included Accessories | Carrying case, Surface USB Link | Mounting plate, USB cable, PULSE Elite charging hanger, PlayStation Link USB adapter | |
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Compatibility | iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Mac, Windows | - | |
Software Certification | Certified for Microsoft Teams | - | |
Service & Support | Limited warranty - 1 year | Limited warranty - 1 year |