I’m actually going to keep a pair of A50 X myself, I believe they are the best headsets overall now I’ve done this review. They aren’t necessarily the best sound ever but they have the best package, you do have to pay for that though.😅 👍🙏
Question, I currently have the A50 Gen 4s. I stream and play on xbox but I set up an audio extractor with the optical port so my headset can be plugged into my PC and can still hear game sound and use my party on xbox game bar. Can you still hear PC audio while the base station is set to Xbox or PS?
I think they are a great headset too, I’m matching them up against the Maxwell this week into next so it’s gona be interesting which one rises to top! 👍🙏
I can’t justify its price, I’ve had 3 headsets since the Xbox one launch. All 3 still work, they’re comfortable and they equal up to less than the A50’s. The wireless capability blows the A50’s out the water and the battery life’s are extremely superior and let’s not mention it has 2.4ghz for wireless and Bluetooth at the same time
I've been using 2019 Astro A50's for the last couple of years, and if the new ones are similar in build quality, I can't suggest them outside of wanting those sound profiles on Xbox.
um, WOW, you missed ALL the Blu Voice stuff on the X2 Headset!!!! , if you would have clicked on the Signal Cleanup, the whole empty space under the EQ would have been full of adjustable settings!!!! Would have Added Noise Reduction, De-Esser, Gate, De-Popper, Compressor and Limiter and each section of those has 3 dots allowing for even more fine tunning!! But if your not used to using Blu Voice, I guess I could see you not knowing that, but being a guy doing a review, I would have pushed that Signal Cleanup button!! LOL Just wanted to let you know!!
As an a50x owner, I love this headset. I just want to make note for those who want more indepth tuning for consoles. In the app, when you do custom tuning, there is an advance option in the settings part that takes tuning to the a pc level in my opinion for the headset that I myself have been looking for. It can be tricky, but hopefully they can fix it with an update. Other then that this headset is just what console players need especially if they can make a cheaper option for those who don't play on multiple systems and or a pc.
@@cajunomics350 It was purchased on release from Logitech website, they are currently out of stock and on pre-order. I did recently see a tweet from them saying not long until back in stock.
I own both of these headsets and to me personally the Logitech g pro x2 is more comfortable in terms of snug fit the astros unfortunately are way too wide and loose and they feel too plastic cheaply made in comparison to the G pro x2
I have the pro x2 for my xsx and ps5, the big issue with them is u cant use them wirelessly with xbox unless someone has found away to do it, ditch the horrible leatherette cups and put the cloth ones one your ears wont sweat
Without 3.5 mm on Astro arent hight quality headset. a quite nice one like pro X2 with headset pre amplituner event cheap one will always be better thant aby headset itself , and you dont have any problem with connections. As well HDMI pit 40 GB port is not good for PC gameing have you done monitor compatible test? What performance are availble ?
I love the Astro A50 product's so much. The sound and mic are really good and it's sooo comfortable. But yea the astro prices are always tooo high.. Hoping for black friday :D
Marketing really works. You would think that anyone with common sense can come to the conclusion that a company that just makes headphones can do a better job with the same budget as a company that does it all. You like Beyer, I like Sennheiser, but both are audio companies that give you the best experience your money can get. Only if people knew some 40€ Sennheisers sound superior compared to some 200€+ gaming headsets
@@Shhzhxjsjznxn Exactly!! I find a lot of gaming headsets are a farce tbh I produce, mix and master music with my dt770's too but its just what I'm used too I have tried the sennheiser 650's and I truly don't understand the rave about them granted they are warmer than most headphones and are open back but it's all personal preference at the end of the day 🤷🏼♂️ that's the thing these days people prefer convenience over quality 🤦🏼♂️
Here I am after about 4 years with the Logitech G933's and the frame of the headset has finally given out! however its still a pretty nice headset. Sure it has its highs and lows, but its gotten me through some good times. And regardless of the frame being shot, and the cord kinda just dangling like a string, it still uh... Suprisingly works well aha. Anyways, A good and honest, unsponsored review pointing out the good, bad and ugly's of the product. The exact thing I came to youtube looking for. After searching around the Steelseries Area I figured, "lets see what logitech has going nowa days" - (fan of Steelseries's software, way better than Ghub tbh) I was after something with a good mic quality, somewhat- semi decent audio (Prev owner of G432 and G933 they're both reasonable for this,) This video at this point has decided my fate on the Astro A50X. Thanks mate!
Thanks for your comment, yes you are correct, both do have Graphene but the A50 x has the new Graphene Pro, the PRO X 2 has standard Graphene as stated here 7:24 🙏👍
@@ChickenPopGames I hear you, but that's just marketing lol. If you look at the measurements, the 50mm are more capable drivers. Logitech tuned the A50x closer to Harman, but that could also be done through EQ for the X2s. Physically, they're both made out of the same material. The drivers on the A50x are actually a very lazy refresh. Logitech didn't want to spend the money to change the housing of the old A50s (which were 40mm), so instead they shrunk the graphene drivers to not have to change the headset itself.
@@TheQuickyouknow To be fair I actually thought both headsets sounded good for gaming with very impressive directional audio, the main issue with the PRO X2 was the lack of key features at the price point while looking at competitors like SteelSeries. Really appreciate your input by the way, I feel you have some really good points and will try to look into this further for my next headset reviews. 👍
@@ChickenPopGames cool! I do agree it's really a feature discussion. There are many great headsets out there (Maxwell, Turtle Beach Stealth Pro, etc) so at the $250+ price point it's more about what features you want instead of good sound vs bad sound. For me, the appeal of the A50x is the multi system connectivity (which I don't need), but the X2s don't have simultaneous BT, which is a deal breaker personally since I like to game and listen to podcasts from my phone. Also a shame the X2s don't have the same mobile app as the A50x.
What about the Bluetooth connection? The fact that you can't take the ASTRO out of the house without the basestation is a deal breaker IMO. Or have i misunderstood?
Do you know if you can replace the earbuds on the Astro A50X just like you could on the previous model? Cause if the earbuds are too small for my ears to fit on the new Astro A50X, I could just change them if I could.
Hi, thanks for watching. I want to do a gaming set up tour where I could include a small review of them at some point. Keep an eye out in the future. Thanks
Hi, I have a AVerMedia capture card, I deactivated HDCP on the PS5 and it worked perfectly through the hub. I use it through Streamlabs. I see no option for HDCP on the Logitech software.
The A50X sounds a little better than the Gen 4, but the Mic is a huge improvement. Exact same comfort and build. IMO keep the Gen 4 and wait until Gen 6 👍
Wait a minute I bought these headsets on the PlayStation five you can use the game voice chat you have to connect a different kind of way I did it with mine. The feature does work in the EQ setting does work on the PlayStation five that’s the only reason I kept them they work very well.
In fact, the sound of this headset using the Logitech driver is horrible, even with surround disabled it seems to be activated, you have to remove the Logitech driver and use the Windows generic one so that Dolby Atmos will work, the audio from the headset and the audio from the microphone are a thousand times better without needing Blue Voice.
Excellent review, like to hear the opinion of someone on our little island too! One quick question: I use multiple monitors for multiple inputs, with each console going to a hdmi splitter that sends it to my TV and monitor simultaneously for wherever I may want to play. The audio is then via USB to a Steelseries Arctic Nova Pro Wireless set. This is a DAC with multiple inputs and I just switch it depending on which source im playing... If i were to forgoe any hdmi inputs on this base station, would it still work; just routing audio for me?
Hi, thanks for watching. 🙏 The base station routes through usb so as long as you can accommodate that you should be fine, you don’t need to use the HDMI inputs/outputs 👍
Hi and thanks for the quick reply. I took the plunge and after a brief setup period and an unforgivable user error I got them all working. 3 inputs for sound, all coming through loud and clear. My 3 hdmi sources intact as was the setup before. Thrilled 😍
i believe its an amazing purchase if u can use it to its full capability. Such as switching between pc and ps5 and/or xbox. or having all those together. making it easy and simple for people to use. not only that combined with an amazing software with pretty good build quality and comfort. i dont think its too bad of a purchase. maybe reduce the price to maybe like 320$
Can’t agree with this more, the price is definitely a bit steep considering you can nearly buy a PS5 for the same price. I’m sure there will be some deals once the hype calms down. Thanks for watching 🙏
of course, just for now i just believe its not worth the price unless u use it to its fullest extent. if you dont have a pc nor a ps5 there no point in buying it. the logitech g pro is a better buy if you are stickign to one gaming platform. price will probably go down maybe sometime in a year i believe. good review though keep it up earned yourself a subscriber @@ChickenPopGames
5:00 is makes me think there might be an HDMI in the future that will be able to use some voice or microphone features now that smart TV’s have microphones on them. LG or Samsung early develop this in China to a different market. Apple could push that with an Apple TV to save/cut costs on the microphones for their own products and then the world to adopt it because of “privacy” but just exploiting TV manufactures(monopolized deal)
Great question, I haven’t used the nova pros so can’t comment, I did use the previous SS Arctis Pro which I feel were clearer than A50x but I get better directional sound from A50x, I also like the features on the A50x more. For lack of features I wouldn’t use the Lightspeed although the sound is great. 👍
With the a50x’s can you still listen to music while on ps5, you can on the normal a50’s but wondering with the switching like it is and seen some comments on reddit how you can’t and have to do a workaround. I just wanna be be able to have it on “ps5” mode and still be able to listen to music through my pc, like I do on the normal a50’s
I don’t think you can listen to PC music and Game on PS5 at same time. You can listen to you music from your phone and play PS5 at the same time though 👍
The a50 gen 3 had way bigger earcups and were super comfortable. I love the a50x but why astro keep shrinking the cups down is beyond me. My ears are cramped and i feel it after a while
@@ChickenPopGames I got the wicked cushions freeze pads and they are bigger but there pretty stiff and not as nice as expected.i guess I'll just see how it goes
Thanks for watching, it’s stated on the website, it really is a shame it’s not 24bit on console. It does show 24bit through HDMI but as soon as you plug that USB in your chat and audio goes through USB.👍 www.logitechg.com/en-gb/products/gaming-audio/a50-x-astro-wireless-headset.939-002128.html?&Google&Paid-Search&Dialect_FY24_Q4_GBR_AG_G_DTX-LogiG-Astro_Google_na&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAADDQ2OxD3_LXRCiQUlnRPOfGdYYIC&gclid=Cj0KCQiA5rGuBhCnARIsAN11vgTNRqfBGt4SIbsHa-VADlRMukCMoqKmo2RQj2zkRqe3YZWmQL6vl6waAribEALw_wcB
thanks for the reply . i still have the old gen 3 a50 and was going for the nove pro on the ps5. since i assemble a new pc and going to full time pc unless its a exclusieve i wanted to have a very good headset with good compability on console and pc @@ChickenPopGames
@@Sonkunnif you can stretch to A50x I would go there or you could go Maxwell? Those are my personal favourites at the moment although I kept the Maxwell over the A50x as it suited me better. 👍
thank you very much , i'll check on the maxwell as well since i never heard that brand. i'm a person who goes a bit extreme since i hate it if it lacks something and i do spend 4-6 hours on my pc daily@@ChickenPopGames
Dont buy them they are garbage you will waste your money big time !!!!! Cheap plastic will start peeling after 1-2 months. To many software problem without updates.. I have Astro Gen 4, worst customer service, always problems, had to return same headset twice and now when warranty is gone I am on my own with faulty device. I love logitech, but i think buying Astro brand will just ruin their reputation !!!
I've had the headset for 3 days. And I just get a headache. No matter what you switch off and put down. It RUNS all the damn time. It stays the same loud the whole time. Unless you also set your voice to be heard. Then the noise is 4 times as loud. Does anyone have a solution. How to fix this? Even if the dock has no power. The headset hisses.
Quick question, can use this headset and ab able to hear from 2 connections at the same time. Like if I'm using my PS5 and my PC, can I be able to hear from both. This is literally "make or break" for me at this point.
The playsync feature allows you to switch between consoles but I don’t believe you can listen to two at once. (Sadly I have had to send headset back now so can’t check) One thing you could try is the stream port 16:15 you maybe able get both working that way. Another option is using Bluetooth as the headset has simultaneous connection, so you could connect PC or Phone via Bluetooth and use Playsync via PS5. I hope this helps, apologies I can’t check for you.
Thank you for your answer! I thought this headset was great until i read on reddit that the best wireless headset for gaming was audeze maxwell. But are they performing that bad that even regular people would prefer maxwell over pro X 2 for wireless headset ? What is your point on this and what would be your top 3 wireless headset if taking something else than audeze maxwell isn't a waste of money ? @@ChickenPopGames
@@wingsrose9639I am doing a review with A50x vs Maxwell in next couple of weeks, I would recommend the original SS Artis Pro over the Pro X2 if you can find one. Otherwisex wait out a couple of weeks and Ile be posting up my final thoughts. 😉
Thank you for the Sub! 🙏 They have been released already but been out of stock for a while, I have communicated with Logitech but yet to hear a date for restock. I would like a pair too as I borrowed these from a family member for review. 😢
I've been eyeballing a pair of Astro A50's for ages, but the price has always scared me away. I have looked at some other unboxing videos and reviews, and they couldn't have been more vague and unspecific when it comes to actual details of the operating characteristics of the headset. Sure, they heaped on praise, but so does the sales department at Astro. I wanted numbers and details. Information. And Sir. You delivered. I'm ordering a pair of Astro's this very hour. Your video was exactly what I wanted exactly when I needed it. And running it as a comparison with another similar unit was genius. It gave me choice. Options. And best of all a side by side competitive viewing of two very good products. The Astro's I had previously knowledge of. But the Logitec headset was new to me. Both had features I like. Including new ones not seen in previous generations of the Astro and also uniquely to the Logitech. At more than one point I was actually leaning towards changing my purchase. But eventually I agreed the Astro was just too good. Also Amazon has them 32% off today so that is the substantial saving I needed to get me across the line. You earned your Like 👍 today. Well done. And, Thank you
I’m so glad I could help, I’m hoping my reviews will improve over time. I will try to compare products as otherwise reviews can become pointless sometimes. Thanks for watching and let me know how you get on! 🙏
I think I may have confused it a little on the review. Let me explain, the PC isn’t connected through HDMI, it’s connected via USB A and that’s how the audio comes from the PC(you connect your monitor from your GPU to monitor as normal). What you have on the base station is the option to connect two consoles into the hub and you then use one HDMI cable to go to your monitor. You can the switch between the PC, console 1 and console 2. If you wanted to say connect a PC through the base station then I believe you would be limited to 4k 120hz due to the HDMI not being full 2.1 bandwidth but I haven’t tried this but I’m sure that would be a limitation. Hope this helps. 🙏
Thanks for watching. It supports Dolby Atmos so I’m sure it would support Dolby 5.1 surround sound. It’s only software after all and not built into the hardware. I hope this helps.
Hi mate I just bought the a50x after using my A50 for 5 years. Just so you know - I am returning the a50x as the surround sound is terrible. I have tried using Dolby Atmos but almost no games are supporting it. My previous Astro has the Dolby button/logo on the base station and, for me, sounds 100 times better. I'm unfortunately refunding the a50x and getting the lastest gen a50 instead.
@@FonsXDeXSpons Thank you for telling me that. This is what I was afraid of and made me not buy the new generation of headphones. I will continue using the previous generation.
@@FonsXDeXSponsgreat work, this was something I would have expected to work under the software. What games are you playing that support 5.1, I’d like to try this tonight? Thanks
Thanks for your honest review; I tried the Logitech G Pro X 2 for over a week and was so impressed that I wondered how much better the Astro would be. I have the opportunity to do a return or exchange within two weeks and decided to try the 50x after your review. So many reviewers hide behind the bush, speak a lot, but say nothing. Regardless, I pulled the trigger after hearing your reasons and bought the Astro. With that said, they are amazing, I was hoping for even better sound from the x2 and got it!!!! Coming off of a SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless, the Logitech is far superior in sound; I highly recommend this product!!!
@@jutlee3281 If you don't mind spending deft the logitech astro, the bass is amazing, the mic is amazing as well. Would recommend swapping out ear cups I use it for PC and X box. I am sure it will do just as good on PS5.
Do you know what, you maybe right. If you just have a PS5 then it’s quite an expensive purchase just for that. If you have multiple consoles and a PC then it seems more of a better deal. 🙏
@@ChickenPopGamesI do have the gen 4 I already had to replace the base station and get the adapter for the PS five other then that won’t get these until the headphones themselves go.
Hi, It’s out already, they are just out of stock sadly. I’ve tried contacting them to see when they are back in stock but sadly it looks as if Logitech isn’t great at communicating. 😢
24:10 there are replacement ear pads called wicked cushions to fix that issue. It's more money for a already pricer headset but that microphone is nice to have
Without being an ass I don’t think you actually understand the A50X and how to turn its into a 7.1 or 5.1 how can you review something and not understand the product 😆
Thanks for your input, Please elaborate, I want to ensure I give everyone all of the information. The headset supports Dolby Atmos which is a step up over 5.1 and 7.1 surround sound but if you have some information that I wasn’t aware of then I’d be more than happy to take constructive feedback. The A50x has great surround sound and that was one of the best features of the headset. Please also remember that 5.1, 7.1 and Atmos are software based and you don’t actually have 5 or 7 speakers with a subwoofer integrated in the headset. The A50x does a great job of mimicking this though. 👍
Got mine today and that dongle Aux thing is driving me insane. It works litteraly with every device i dont want to use it with apart from my PC+Laptop. Game on one while i work on the other. Astro are too expensive tho.. I will probbably get the Nova pros instead.
My wife bought some A50s for me for my bday and couldn’t not sync them up to my Series X. I even updated the base and headset on a computer first cause I saw that neeeded to be done initially. Nothing worked and my headset was never recognized. 😔 I had to return them and got theArctis Nova Pro wireless. Have you heard of anyone w these issues?
@@jutlee3281 no regrets with the Nova Pros wireless 👍🏽 only thing I bought some cooling gel pads on Amazon that are sick and have a ton of different customizations. I recommend 10/10.
for the earpieces it is not a problem for the astro A50X because the mod kits of the old A50 are compatible.... fabric...leather...refreshing...and with the location for the ears wider and taller 😉
@@ChickenPopGames I can confirm, had the pro x 2 lightspeed and returned them due to bad bad bad audio quality ( 16bit depth only, and sound crappy )and got the A50X which I can say is just amazing. Why Logitech pulled that is beyond me.
Could you use these to stream and game with? I’m currently building a (Mac mini and PS5 set up with 2 monitors XLR Sure SM7 mic with the rode caster duo. I really like the look of these but not sure if they will be compatible with the set up?? Would prefer these but wondering if the Pulse elite would be the easier to connect? Any ideas?
@@sbkmedia7668there is a stream port on the software 16:16 that you can use to set up your audio etc. I didn’t try this but you should be able to pass through your PS5 if you turn off HDCP in the settings of your PS5. 👍
pro x 2 is so bad I ended up refunding the same day. Its so bad, quality is muffled, earcubs aren't good as if you use the soft one makes the whole thing sound like an open back headphone. Honestly try iems, headsets suck and u get a dented head
@@rt4476 wow that is a good amount of money! Will you be using an amplifier or plugging straight into controller or PC? Also do you need a built in mic?
I currently have the Astro a40 with mix amp for 3-4 years I like it but it broke. Not sure if I should get the same or has something better came out. Yes I would need a mic. Thanks
I had the PC38x which was quite good if you can still get them, the new corsair virtuoso pro is also wired and a good overall headset with mic. As for an amp something like the creative soundblaster x4 maybe a step in the right direction or if your budget can stretch then you could look at the Schit audio gaming amps. 👍🙏
I will definitely be trying them, although my brother sent his back as he had firmware and interference issues. They may have better sound but overall features, weight and ease of use may go to the Astros, Ile try get some and compare. 👍🙏
@@jarmand1797 very true but sound quality on them is top notch. Also for me I rather them be heavier for that 80 hour battery life but personal preference!
it seems you made a mistake the g pro x2 is not xbox compatible
Thank you so much for bringing this to my attention, you are correct, I’ve just checked that out.
This is another reason not to buy, sorry everyone.
Not compatible wireless but does via 3.5mm cable
the mic quality on the a50x is unreal.
I been having my a50 for 7 years they are so durable its crazy and still running good can't go wrong with them
I’m actually going to keep a pair of A50 X myself, I believe they are the best headsets overall now I’ve done this review. They aren’t necessarily the best sound ever but they have the best package, you do have to pay for that though.😅 👍🙏
A50x are sooo much better!!
Question, I currently have the A50 Gen 4s. I stream and play on xbox but I set up an audio extractor with the optical port so my headset can be plugged into my PC and can still hear game sound and use my party on xbox game bar. Can you still hear PC audio while the base station is set to Xbox or PS?
I believe you can use the Stream port within the PC software to setup different outputs, take a look here 16:15
I’ve used Astros since 2013. It’s the only headset I will ever recommend and use. They’re built to last and comfort is insane. No ear fatigue for me
I think they are a great headset too, I’m matching them up against the Maxwell this week into next so it’s gona be interesting which one rises to top! 👍🙏
I can’t justify its price, I’ve had 3 headsets since the Xbox one launch. All 3 still work, they’re comfortable and they equal up to less than the A50’s. The wireless capability blows the A50’s out the water and the battery life’s are extremely superior and let’s not mention it has 2.4ghz for wireless and Bluetooth at the same time
I've been using 2019 Astro A50's for the last couple of years, and if the new ones are similar in build quality, I can't suggest them outside of wanting those sound profiles on Xbox.
um, WOW, you missed ALL the Blu Voice stuff on the X2 Headset!!!! , if you would have clicked on the Signal Cleanup, the whole empty space under the EQ would have been full of adjustable settings!!!! Would have Added Noise Reduction, De-Esser, Gate, De-Popper, Compressor and Limiter and each section of those has 3 dots allowing for even more fine tunning!! But if your not used to using Blu Voice, I guess I could see you not knowing that, but being a guy doing a review, I would have pushed that Signal Cleanup button!! LOL Just wanted to let you know!!
Thank you so much for the advice and duly noted for the future. 👍
A50x sounds 1000x better
Watching this with my A50x lol. It's really amazing
As an a50x owner, I love this headset. I just want to make note for those who want more indepth tuning for consoles. In the app, when you do custom tuning, there is an advance option in the settings part that takes tuning to the a pc level in my opinion for the headset that I myself have been looking for. It can be tricky, but hopefully they can fix it with an update. Other then that this headset is just what console players need especially if they can make a cheaper option for those who don't play on multiple systems and or a pc.
Such great advice, really appreciate your input! Many Thanks for watching 🙏
Where did you buy it?
@@cajunomics350 It was purchased on release from Logitech website, they are currently out of stock and on pre-order. I did recently see a tweet from them saying not long until back in stock.
I own both of these headsets and to me personally the Logitech g pro x2 is more comfortable in terms of snug fit the astros unfortunately are way too wide and loose and they feel too plastic cheaply made in comparison to the G pro x2
Every Astro headset I bought, except A20’s, have had quality control issues.
That’s sad to hear, what issues did you have?
I have the pro x2 for my xsx and ps5, the big issue with them is u cant use them wirelessly with xbox unless someone has found away to do it, ditch the horrible leatherette cups and put the cloth ones one your ears wont sweat
I only found out about the XBOX compatibility issue after review, I really need to buy an Xbox for future reviews. 👍
@@ChickenPopGames u can use them with 3.5mm lead connected to the pad
for ps5 do I need the adapter?
Do you mean USB-C adaptor?
the difference in mic quality is like day and night
Without 3.5 mm on Astro arent hight quality headset. a quite nice one like pro X2 with headset pre amplituner event cheap one will always be better thant aby headset itself , and you dont have any problem with connections. As well HDMI pit 40 GB port is not good for PC gameing have you done monitor compatible test? What performance are availble ?
I love the Astro A50 product's so much. The sound and mic are really good and it's sooo comfortable. But yea the astro prices are always tooo high.. Hoping for black friday :D
I just use my Sony AV unit and plug my Beyerdynamic DT 770 pro's in I don't think any gaming headsets even come close tbh.
Marketing really works. You would think that anyone with common sense can come to the conclusion that a company that just makes headphones can do a better job with the same budget as a company that does it all. You like Beyer, I like Sennheiser, but both are audio companies that give you the best experience your money can get. Only if people knew some 40€ Sennheisers sound superior compared to some 200€+ gaming headsets
@@Shhzhxjsjznxn Exactly!! I find a lot of gaming headsets are a farce tbh I produce, mix and master music with my dt770's too but its just what I'm used too I have tried the sennheiser 650's and I truly don't understand the rave about them granted they are warmer than most headphones and are open back but it's all personal preference at the end of the day 🤷🏼♂️ that's the thing these days people prefer convenience over quality 🤦🏼♂️
audeze maxwell?
Here I am after about 4 years with the Logitech G933's and the frame of the headset has finally given out! however its still a pretty nice headset. Sure it has its highs and lows, but its gotten me through some good times. And regardless of the frame being shot, and the cord kinda just dangling like a string, it still uh... Suprisingly works well aha.
Anyways, A good and honest, unsponsored review pointing out the good, bad and ugly's of the product. The exact thing I came to youtube looking for.
After searching around the Steelseries Area I figured, "lets see what logitech has going nowa days" - (fan of Steelseries's software, way better than Ghub tbh)
I was after something with a good mic quality, somewhat- semi decent audio (Prev owner of G432 and G933 they're both reasonable for this,) This video at this point has decided my fate on the Astro A50X.
Thanks mate!
Thank you for watching, you won’t regret the astros, they are great. Really appreciate your support. 🙏
The X2s do have Graphene drivers, it says it right on Logitech's site.
Thanks for your comment, yes you are correct, both do have Graphene but the A50 x has the new Graphene Pro, the PRO X 2 has standard Graphene as stated here 7:24 🙏👍
@@ChickenPopGames I hear you, but that's just marketing lol. If you look at the measurements, the 50mm are more capable drivers. Logitech tuned the A50x closer to Harman, but that could also be done through EQ for the X2s. Physically, they're both made out of the same material.
The drivers on the A50x are actually a very lazy refresh. Logitech didn't want to spend the money to change the housing of the old A50s (which were 40mm), so instead they shrunk the graphene drivers to not have to change the headset itself.
@@TheQuickyouknow To be fair I actually thought both headsets sounded good for gaming with very impressive directional audio, the main issue with the PRO X2 was the lack of key features at the price point while looking at competitors like SteelSeries.
Really appreciate your input by the way, I feel you have some really good points and will try to look into this further for my next headset reviews. 👍
@@ChickenPopGames cool! I do agree it's really a feature discussion. There are many great headsets out there (Maxwell, Turtle Beach Stealth Pro, etc) so at the $250+ price point it's more about what features you want instead of good sound vs bad sound.
For me, the appeal of the A50x is the multi system connectivity (which I don't need), but the X2s don't have simultaneous BT, which is a deal breaker personally since I like to game and listen to podcasts from my phone.
Also a shame the X2s don't have the same mobile app as the A50x.
What about the Bluetooth connection? The fact that you can't take the ASTRO out of the house without the basestation is a deal breaker IMO. Or have i misunderstood?
Great shout, yes Bluetooth can be used away from home but base station will be required for plugging into console or PC.
I just got the G pro x2, and since I've been very pleased with it. Great job on the review video though.
Astro a50 gen4 are great no complaints
Just a thought but couldn’t you just swap out the ear cushions for some wicked cushions ?
You probably can, I’ve not looked into the 3rd party ear cups. Great shout by the way and thanks for watching. 🙏
Do you know if you can replace the earbuds on the Astro A50X just like you could on the previous model? Cause if the earbuds are too small for my ears to fit on the new Astro A50X, I could just change them if I could.
Yes, they can be changed out, I didn’t think of this until I handed them back to my brother after review.
@@ChickenPopGames No worries. I appreciate the reply and the review nevertheless.
I want one without a mic tho!
This would be good
Are you gaming outside? Why does the seasons matter 😂 because I have AC
Astro a50x or nova pro wireless?? Please help anyone?? 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
I haven’t tried the Nova Pro, maybe one day I can. 🙏
Just got 50x today my xbox wont recognize mic.
Have you plugged USB cable in as well as HDMI?
Review your KEF please :) are you also using it with games/media?
Hi, thanks for watching. I want to do a gaming set up tour where I could include a small review of them at some point. Keep an eye out in the future.
Thanks
Is it possible to desactivate HDCP to use it with avermedia live gamer ultra 2.1?
Hi,
I have a AVerMedia capture card, I deactivated HDCP on the PS5 and it worked perfectly through the hub. I use it through Streamlabs. I see no option for HDCP on the Logitech software.
Thanks bro because logitech say to let HDCP activated on their tutorial video..@@ChickenPopGames
@@stezooothat’s interesting, I couldn’t see that in the instructions or the app. 🤔
Do vid for best monitor for ps5 1440 120hz
This is a great idea, I really want to do a monitor video but Ile have to save some money first, this is on the list now! Thanks for watching 👍
I have the a50 gen 4, is it worth the upgrade?
Great question but sadly I can’t answer, I may try to get the A50 in the future and do a proper comparison. Thanks for watching 👍🙏
The A50X sounds a little better than the Gen 4, but the Mic is a huge improvement. Exact same comfort and build. IMO keep the Gen 4 and wait until Gen 6 👍
Wait a minute I bought these headsets on the PlayStation five you can use the game voice chat you have to connect a different kind of way I did it with mine. The feature does work in the EQ setting does work on the PlayStation five that’s the only reason I kept them they work very well.
amazing astro a 50 x got mine today! never going back to anything else
In fact, the sound of this headset using the Logitech driver is horrible, even with surround disabled it seems to be activated, you have to remove the Logitech driver and use the Windows generic one so that Dolby Atmos will work, the audio from the headset and the audio from the microphone are a thousand times better without needing Blue Voice.
I have always loved using Dolby Atmos EQ, I’ve found a lot of headsets perform better with it too. Thanks for watching. 🙏👍
Excellent review, like to hear the opinion of someone on our little island too! One quick question: I use multiple monitors for multiple inputs, with each console going to a hdmi splitter that sends it to my TV and monitor simultaneously for wherever I may want to play. The audio is then via USB to a Steelseries Arctic Nova Pro Wireless set. This is a DAC with multiple inputs and I just switch it depending on which source im playing... If i were to forgoe any hdmi inputs on this base station, would it still work; just routing audio for me?
Hi, thanks for watching. 🙏
The base station routes through usb so as long as you can accommodate that you should be fine, you don’t need to use the HDMI inputs/outputs 👍
Hi and thanks for the quick reply. I took the plunge and after a brief setup period and an unforgivable user error I got them all working. 3 inputs for sound, all coming through loud and clear. My 3 hdmi sources intact as was the setup before. Thrilled 😍
@@ArmageddAdam Amazing 🤩
i believe its an amazing purchase if u can use it to its full capability. Such as switching between pc and ps5 and/or xbox. or having all those together. making it easy and simple for people to use. not only that combined with an amazing software with pretty good build quality and comfort. i dont think its too bad of a purchase. maybe reduce the price to maybe like 320$
Can’t agree with this more, the price is definitely a bit steep considering you can nearly buy a PS5 for the same price. I’m sure there will be some deals once the hype calms down.
Thanks for watching 🙏
of course, just for now i just believe its not worth the price unless u use it to its fullest extent. if you dont have a pc nor a ps5 there no point in buying it. the logitech g pro is a better buy if you are stickign to one gaming platform. price will probably go down maybe sometime in a year i believe. good review though keep it up earned yourself a subscriber
@@ChickenPopGames
My gut is the A40X (or what ever they call it) will be the same exact headset as the A40X minus the pass through functions.
This or maxwells????
Comparison Review here if you are interested 👍 ruclips.net/video/V1TuBK2VKZ8/видео.htmlsi=IK7-43cIQKdUq3uP
5:00 is makes me think there might be an HDMI in the future that will be able to use some voice or microphone features now that smart TV’s have microphones on them. LG or Samsung early develop this in China to a different market. Apple could push that with an Apple TV to save/cut costs on the microphones for their own products and then the world to adopt it because of “privacy” but just exploiting TV manufactures(monopolized deal)
I really don’t know what the future holds but this sure sounds possible! Thanks for watching 😊
I have the nova pros wireless and just bought them. Are the LIGHTSPEEDs or the nova pros better?
Great question, I haven’t used the nova pros so can’t comment, I did use the previous SS Arctis Pro which I feel were clearer than A50x but I get better directional sound from A50x, I also like the features on the A50x more. For lack of features I wouldn’t use the Lightspeed although the sound is great. 👍
With the a50x’s can you still listen to music while on ps5, you can on the normal a50’s but wondering with the switching like it is and seen some comments on reddit how you can’t and have to do a workaround. I just wanna be be able to have it on “ps5” mode and still be able to listen to music through my pc, like I do on the normal a50’s
I don’t think you can listen to PC music and Game on PS5 at same time. You can listen to you music from your phone and play PS5 at the same time though 👍
P.S you could connect PC via Bluetooth, that could work
Is your “normal a50’s” the gen 4? If yes, how do you have your pc and ps5 connected to be able to listen to both simultaneously?
@@turkialrefai4491 Hi, these are the A50x and not Gen 4's, sorry I cannot help you.
The a50 gen 3 had way bigger earcups and were super comfortable. I love the a50x but why astro keep shrinking the cups down is beyond me. My ears are cramped and i feel it after a while
This was definitely a bug bear of mine, those ear cups are too small. 👍
@@ChickenPopGames I got the wicked cushions freeze pads and they are bigger but there pretty stiff and not as nice as expected.i guess I'll just see how it goes
important to note. the astros have a semi open back design (THIS CAN CHANGE THE FEEL OF THE HEADSET a lottt) the Logitech look more closed.
i thought that the hdmi 2.1 made the astro also 24khz 48 bit on the ps5
Thanks for watching, it’s stated on the website, it really is a shame it’s not 24bit on console. It does show 24bit through HDMI but as soon as you plug that USB in your chat and audio goes through USB.👍 www.logitechg.com/en-gb/products/gaming-audio/a50-x-astro-wireless-headset.939-002128.html?&Google&Paid-Search&Dialect_FY24_Q4_GBR_AG_G_DTX-LogiG-Astro_Google_na&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAADDQ2OxD3_LXRCiQUlnRPOfGdYYIC&gclid=Cj0KCQiA5rGuBhCnARIsAN11vgTNRqfBGt4SIbsHa-VADlRMukCMoqKmo2RQj2zkRqe3YZWmQL6vl6waAribEALw_wcB
thanks for the reply . i still have the old gen 3 a50 and was going for the nove pro on the ps5. since i assemble a new pc and going to full time pc unless its a exclusieve i wanted to have a very good headset with good compability on console and pc @@ChickenPopGames
@@Sonkunnif you can stretch to A50x I would go there or you could go Maxwell? Those are my personal favourites at the moment although I kept the Maxwell over the A50x as it suited me better. 👍
thank you very much , i'll check on the maxwell as well since i never heard that brand. i'm a person who goes a bit extreme since i hate it if it lacks something and i do spend 4-6 hours on my pc daily@@ChickenPopGames
I used my A50X since January and I love it!
An awesome headset! 👍🙏
Dont buy them they are garbage you will waste your money big time !!!!! Cheap plastic will start peeling after 1-2 months. To many software problem without updates.. I have Astro Gen 4, worst customer service, always problems, had to return same headset twice and now when warranty is gone I am on my own with faulty device. I love logitech, but i think buying Astro brand will just ruin their reputation !!!
I've had the headset for 3 days. And I just get a headache. No matter what you switch off and put down. It RUNS all the damn time. It stays the same loud the whole time. Unless you also set your voice to be heard. Then the noise is 4 times as loud. Does anyone have a solution. How to fix this? Even if the dock has no power. The headset hisses.
You must have a faulty one, this doesn’t happen with mine. Are you using the power brick?
No, I use the original adapter. I had already turned off all electrical devices and switched off the Wi-Fi. It doesn’t help at all.
@@dergeiledoner9876this is definitely a faulty one then, such a shame, send it back. 😢
Quick question, can use this headset and ab able to hear from 2 connections at the same time. Like if I'm using my PS5 and my PC, can I be able to hear from both. This is literally "make or break" for me at this point.
The playsync feature allows you to switch between consoles but I don’t believe you can listen to two at once. (Sadly I have had to send headset back now so can’t check)
One thing you could try is the stream port 16:15 you maybe able get both working that way.
Another option is using Bluetooth as the headset has simultaneous connection, so you could connect PC or Phone via Bluetooth and use Playsync via PS5.
I hope this helps, apologies I can’t check for you.
With the a50x you can, as long as you use the optical to the tv/ console and regular connection to pc
@@emiliograciano the A50x doesn’t have an optical port or cable.
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Damn, i am trying to figuring out which one is better for playing casuals games, looks like they are egual on those point ? 🤔
Yes, they are really, if you want the extra functionality then go for the A50x otherwise save some money. 🙏👍
Thank you for your answer! I thought this headset was great until i read on reddit that the best wireless headset for gaming was audeze maxwell. But are they performing that bad that even regular people would prefer maxwell over pro X 2 for wireless headset ? What is your point on this and what would be your top 3 wireless headset if taking something else than audeze maxwell isn't a waste of money ? @@ChickenPopGames
@@wingsrose9639I am doing a review with A50x vs Maxwell in next couple of weeks, I would recommend the original SS Artis Pro over the Pro X2 if you can find one. Otherwisex wait out a couple of weeks and Ile be posting up my final thoughts. 😉
Thank you, this will be a very helpfull video 😁👍@@ChickenPopGames
here is your LIKE good sir
Thank you kindly
I liked and subscribed! Btw when do the a50x release I've been trying to buy but can't find them 😕
Thank you for the Sub! 🙏
They have been released already but been out of stock for a while, I have communicated with Logitech but yet to hear a date for restock. I would like a pair too as I borrowed these from a family member for review. 😢
I've been eyeballing a pair of Astro A50's for ages, but the price has always scared me away. I have looked at some other unboxing videos and reviews, and they couldn't have been more vague and unspecific when it comes to actual details of the operating characteristics of the headset. Sure, they heaped on praise, but so does the sales department at Astro. I wanted numbers and details. Information. And Sir. You delivered. I'm ordering a pair of Astro's this very hour. Your video was exactly what I wanted exactly when I needed it. And running it as a comparison with another similar unit was genius. It gave me choice. Options. And best of all a side by side competitive viewing of two very good products. The Astro's I had previously knowledge of. But the Logitec headset was new to me. Both had features I like. Including new ones not seen in previous generations of the Astro and also uniquely to the Logitech. At more than one point I was actually leaning towards changing my purchase. But eventually I agreed the Astro was just too good. Also Amazon has them 32% off today so that is the substantial saving I needed to get me across the line.
You earned your Like 👍 today. Well done. And,
Thank you
I’m so glad I could help, I’m hoping my reviews will improve over time. I will try to compare products as otherwise reviews can become pointless sometimes. Thanks for watching and let me know how you get on! 🙏
Astro A50's are the best headset I've ever had. Super comfortable. Excellent sound. 100% happy with them.
@@karnevor Awesome, I’m so jealous you have a pair as I had to hand mine back. 😢
Does the base station for the A 50 X support playing games on higher than 120fps on pc? I am a bit confused on that
I think I may have confused it a little on the review. Let me explain, the PC isn’t connected through HDMI, it’s connected via USB A and that’s how the audio comes from the PC(you connect your monitor from your GPU to monitor as normal).
What you have on the base station is the option to connect two consoles into the hub and you then use one HDMI cable to go to your monitor. You can the switch between the PC, console 1 and console 2.
If you wanted to say connect a PC through the base station then I believe you would be limited to 4k 120hz due to the HDMI not being full 2.1 bandwidth but I haven’t tried this but I’m sure that would be a limitation.
Hope this helps. 🙏
@@ChickenPopGamesthat does help thank you so much!
Does the headset support 5.1 surround sound as in previous versions? Because I don't see the Dolby logo on base station !
Thanks for watching. It supports Dolby Atmos so I’m sure it would support Dolby 5.1 surround sound. It’s only software after all and not built into the hardware. I hope this helps.
Hi mate
I just bought the a50x after using my A50 for 5 years. Just so you know - I am returning the a50x as the surround sound is terrible. I have tried using Dolby Atmos but almost no games are supporting it.
My previous Astro has the Dolby button/logo on the base station and, for me, sounds 100 times better.
I'm unfortunately refunding the a50x and getting the lastest gen a50 instead.
@@FonsXDeXSpons
Thank you for telling me that. This is what I was afraid of and made me not buy the new generation of headphones. I will continue using the previous generation.
@@FonsXDeXSponsgreat work, this was something I would have expected to work under the software. What games are you playing that support 5.1, I’d like to try this tonight?
Thanks
Good review mate keep it up
Thank you, really appreciate the support. 🙏
Thanks for your honest review; I tried the Logitech G Pro X 2 for over a week and was so impressed that I wondered how much better the Astro would be. I have the opportunity to do a return or exchange within two weeks and decided to try the 50x after your review. So many reviewers hide behind the bush, speak a lot, but say nothing. Regardless, I pulled the trigger after hearing your reasons and bought the Astro.
With that said, they are amazing, I was hoping for even better sound from the x2 and got it!!!! Coming off of a SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless, the Logitech is far superior in sound; I highly recommend this product!!!
So glad I could help you, it’s is an amazing headset and should hopefully last a long time. Really appreciate your support, thanks 🙏
Playing on ps5 which would u recommend
@@jutlee3281 If you don't mind spending deft the logitech astro, the bass is amazing, the mic is amazing as well. Would recommend swapping out ear cups I use it for PC and X box. I am sure it will do just as good on PS5.
0:00 Intro
1:27 Price
2:04 What’s in the box
3:35 Features
11:54 Software and Mic
20:39 Sound
22:05 Conclusion
When does the damn thing come out
@@OLegndzit’s already out but out of stock, I’ve tried to contact several different suppliers but no update when it’s back in stock sadly. 😢
@@ChickenPopGames I’ve been checking daily and all I see are Yt’rs talking about theirs and nothing available 😂
@@OLegndzMy brother pre-ordered this headset and I borrowed it for review, I actually want one myself too 😂
That wall stand is sick what is it @@ChickenPopGames
What I hear is the Astro A 50x is a big disappoint especially for the PS five
Do you know what, you maybe right. If you just have a PS5 then it’s quite an expensive purchase just for that. If you have multiple consoles and a PC then it seems more of a better deal. 🙏
@@ChickenPopGamesluckily I do have a pc
@@ChickenPopGamesI do have the gen 4 I already had to replace the base station and get the adapter for the PS five other then that won’t get these until the headphones themselves go.
I'm literally buying it for ps5 lol, I prefer having a chat/game mixer on the headset just like playstation headsets
@@Classified0that is a big plus for me.
So when is the a50x out in uk
Hi,
It’s out already, they are just out of stock sadly. I’ve tried contacting them to see when they are back in stock but sadly it looks as if Logitech isn’t great at communicating. 😢
@@ChickenPopGames oh ok thanks
24:10 there are replacement ear pads called wicked cushions to fix that issue. It's more money for a already pricer headset but that microphone is nice to have
Did you try wicked cushion? I just ordered my a50x and wicked cushion
DONT BUY=DONT BUY......everything said in thumbnail...no need to waste time on pointless video then.
Thanks for the comment, I’m interested in your opinion of the Astro’s, have you have a bad experience with them?
I just thing the pro x looks way better
Without being an ass I don’t think you actually understand the A50X and how to turn its into a 7.1 or 5.1 how can you review something and not understand the product 😆
Thanks for your input, Please elaborate, I want to ensure I give everyone all of the information. The headset supports Dolby Atmos which is a step up over 5.1 and 7.1 surround sound but if you have some information that I wasn’t aware of then I’d be more than happy to take constructive feedback. The A50x has great surround sound and that was one of the best features of the headset.
Please also remember that 5.1, 7.1 and Atmos are software based and you don’t actually have 5 or 7 speakers with a subwoofer integrated in the headset. The A50x does a great job of mimicking this though. 👍
Got mine today and that dongle Aux thing is driving me insane. It works litteraly with every device i dont want to use it with apart from my PC+Laptop. Game on one while i work on the other.
Astro are too expensive tho.. I will probbably get the Nova pros instead.
You are right, they are super expensive it there isn’t another headset that offers what it has so I think that’s why they priced it that way. 🙏👍
My wife bought some A50s for me for my bday and couldn’t not sync them up to my Series X. I even updated the base and headset on a computer first cause I saw that neeeded to be done initially. Nothing worked and my headset was never recognized. 😔 I had to return them and got theArctis Nova Pro wireless.
Have you heard of anyone w these issues?
How is the nova pros I’ve been deciding about them or the a50s and
@@jutlee3281 no regrets with the Nova Pros wireless 👍🏽 only thing I bought some cooling gel pads on Amazon that are sick and have a ton of different customizations. I recommend 10/10.
for the earpieces it is not a problem for the astro A50X because the mod kits of the old A50 are compatible.... fabric...leather...refreshing...and with the location for the ears wider and taller 😉
Great point, thank you for watching 🙏
Mate, awesome work. I have the previous version of the pro’s and was considering switching back to astro, so this was super useful!
You won’t regret the Astro A50x if you get them. Thanks for watching mate 🙏👍
@@ChickenPopGames I can confirm, had the pro x 2 lightspeed and returned them due to bad bad bad audio quality ( 16bit depth only, and sound crappy )and got the A50X which I can say is just amazing. Why Logitech pulled that is beyond me.
Could you use these to stream and game with? I’m currently building a (Mac mini and PS5 set up with 2 monitors XLR Sure SM7 mic with the rode caster duo. I really like the look of these but not sure if they will be compatible with the set up?? Would prefer these but wondering if the Pulse elite would be the easier to connect? Any ideas?
Oh also have the elgato HD60x capture card. Wondered if you could go PS5 - Capture card - A50 base station - Computer? 🤷♂️
@@sbkmedia7668there is a stream port on the software 16:16 that you can use to set up your audio etc. I didn’t try this but you should be able to pass through your PS5 if you turn off HDCP in the settings of your PS5. 👍
On ps5 it sounds soooo bad
Ahh, that’s a shame 😢
pro x 2 is so bad I ended up refunding the same day. Its so bad, quality is muffled, earcubs aren't good as if you use the soft one makes the whole thing sound like an open back headphone. Honestly try iems, headsets suck and u get a dented head
Iam looking for a wired headset any recommendations?
What’s your budget?
I would say 300 range
@@rt4476 wow that is a good amount of money! Will you be using an amplifier or plugging straight into controller or PC? Also do you need a built in mic?
I currently have the Astro a40 with mix amp for 3-4 years I like it but it broke. Not sure if I should get the same or has something better came out. Yes I would need a mic. Thanks
I had the PC38x which was quite good if you can still get them, the new corsair virtuoso pro is also wired and a good overall headset with mic. As for an amp something like the creative soundblaster x4 maybe a step in the right direction or if your budget can stretch then you could look at the Schit audio gaming amps. 👍🙏
Maxwell’s are still the king
I will definitely be trying them, although my brother sent his back as he had firmware and interference issues.
They may have better sound but overall features, weight and ease of use may go to the Astros, Ile try get some and compare. 👍🙏
They suck for fps games and heavy asf
lol no
@@jarmand1797 very true but sound quality on them is top notch. Also for me I rather them be heavier for that 80 hour battery life but personal preference!
@@oldassgamer9138 Personal preference my man! What do you think is better?