Fit
- Pulse Elite Wireless Headset
- Over-ear design surrounds your ears
- Beats by Dr. Dre Beats Solo 4
- On-ear design rests on your ears
Headphones comparison
PlayStation Pulse Elite Wireless Headset vs Beats by Dr. Dre Beats Solo 4
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected  Pulse Elite Wireless Headset
KSh 20,500In Stock | 02  Beats by Dr. Dre Beats Solo 4
KSh 20,500In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
Choose the Beats by Dr. Dre Beats Solo 4 if you want longer rated battery life (50 hours per charge), faster recharging (10 minutes) and a lighter build (217 g). Choose the Pulse Elite Wireless Headset if you prefer PlayStation Link 2.4GHz and Bluetooth and Over-Ear Wireless Gaming Headset.
Weight
- Pulse Elite Wireless Headset
- 347 g
- Beats by Dr. Dre Beats Solo 4
- 217 g
Battery life
- Pulse Elite Wireless Headset
- Up to 30 hours per charge
- Beats by Dr. Dre Beats Solo 4
- Up to 50 hours per charge
Connections
- Pulse Elite Wireless Headset
- 2.4 GHz wireless and Bluetooth connection
- Beats by Dr. Dre Beats Solo 4
- Bluetooth connection
Controls
- Pulse Elite Wireless Headset
- Volume and microphone controls
- Beats by Dr. Dre Beats Solo 4
- On-ear multifunction and volume controls
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Pulse Elite Wireless Headset
- Connection: PlayStation Link 2.4GHz and Bluetooth.
Beats by Dr. Dre Beats Solo 4
- Rated for up to 50 hours per charge.
- Recharges faster: 10 minutes.
- Lighter: 217 g.
- Connection: Class 1 Bluetooth, USB-C audio or 3.5mm audio.
- Supports spatial audio.
What matters most to you?
Neither has noise cancellation for listening.
Pulse Elite Wireless Headset
- Over-Ear Wireless Gaming Headset.
- 347 g.
- Up to 30 hours per charge.
- Volume and microphone controls.
- PlayStation Link 2.4GHz and Bluetooth.
- 10 Mins = 2 Hours Playback.
- Planar magnetic drivers.
Beats by Dr. Dre Beats Solo 4
- UltraPlush on-ear cushions.
- 217 g.
- Up to 50 hours per charge.
- On-ear multifunction and volume controls.
- Bluetooth 5.3.
- 10 minutes provides up to 5 hours.
- 40mm custom transducers.
- On-Ear Wireless Headphones.
Detailed comparison
Explore the full specifications, section by section.
General
| Specification | Pulse Elite Wireless Headset | Beats by Dr. Dre Beats Solo 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | — | Beats |
| Model | Pulse Elite Wireless Headset | Beats Solo 4 |
| Announced | 2023 | 2024 |
| Type | Over-Ear Wireless Gaming Headset | On-Ear Wireless Headphones |
| Color | Official colorways vary by market and selected variant | Official colorways vary by market and selected variant |
Design
| Specification | Pulse Elite Wireless Headset | Beats by Dr. Dre Beats Solo 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 347g | 217g |
| Dimensions | 217 x 154 x 109mm | 177 x 158 x 68mm |
Battery & Charging
| Specification | Pulse Elite Wireless Headset | Beats by Dr. Dre Beats Solo 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Life | Up to 30 Hours | Up to 50 hours |
| Charging Time | About 2.5 hours | — |
| Fast Charging | 10 Mins = 2 Hours Playback | 10 minutes provides up to 5 hours |
| Charging Port | USB-C or included charging hanger | USB-C |
Connectivity
| Specification | Pulse Elite Wireless Headset | Beats by Dr. Dre Beats Solo 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Connection | PlayStation Link 2.4GHz and Bluetooth | Class 1 Bluetooth, USB-C audio or 3.5mm audio |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Multipoint Connection | Simultaneous PlayStation Link and Bluetooth audio | — |
| Connector | — | USB-C and 3.5mm |
| App Support | — | Beats app on Android; native Apple integration |
Features
| Specification | Pulse Elite Wireless Headset | Beats by Dr. Dre Beats Solo 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Special Features | Lossless low-latency PlayStation Link audio; included charging hanger | Foldable design; passive noise isolation |
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri and Android voice assistant support |
Audio
| Specification | Pulse Elite Wireless Headset | Beats by Dr. Dre Beats Solo 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Drivers | Planar magnetic drivers | 40mm custom transducers |
| Active Noise Cancellation | No | No |
| Spatial Audio | PlayStation 3D Audio compatible | Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking |
| Microphones | Retractable boom microphone with AI-enhanced noise rejection | Multiple digital beamforming microphones |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | — | No |
| Audio Features | — | Lossless audio over USB-C or 3.5mm |
Charging Case
| Specification | Pulse Elite Wireless Headset | Beats by Dr. Dre Beats Solo 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Case Type | No charging case | No charging case |
| Case Battery Life | — | — |
| Case Charging | — | — |
| Case Charging Port | — | — |
| Case Wireless Charging | — | — |
| Case Dimensions | — | — |
| Case Weight | — | — |
| Case Water & Dust Resistance | — | — |
| Case Features | — | — |
Design & Controls
| Specification | Pulse Elite Wireless Headset | Beats by Dr. Dre Beats Solo 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Controls | Volume and microphone controls | On-ear multifunction and volume controls |
| Ear Tips / Ear Cushions | — | UltraPlush on-ear cushions |
What's in the Box
| Specification | Pulse Elite Wireless Headset | Beats by Dr. Dre Beats Solo 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Headphones / Earbuds | Pulse Elite Wireless Headset headphones/headset | Beats Solo 4 headphones |
| Charging Case | No charging case | No charging case |
| Charging Cable | USB-C charging cable | USB-C cable |
| Audio Cable | Wireless-only audio design | 3.5mm audio cable |
| Ear Tips / Accessories | On/over-ear or neckband design | On/over-ear design |
| Documentation | User documentation | Quick Start Guide and warranty card |
Similarities
- Both charge over USB-C.
- Both have built-in microphones for calls.
- Both connect over Bluetooth.
- Neither has active noise cancellation.
In summary
Choose Beats by Dr. Dre Beats Solo 4 for longer rated battery life and faster recharging.
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