Finally someone who explains it well. Everyone just talks arround the HDMI connectivity, basically stating that "it's just there". Thank you for summarizing the information I had been (unsuccessfully) researching the past hour.
Same! I was trying to figure out how to set up the audio and chat mix properly and every other video I saw was useless this one fixed my issue after hours of searching
Exactly the info I was looking for, big thanks! Was thinking of going for this, in Sweden it'll cost $237 tomorrow and was chosing between these and the Logitech G733.
I had the A50 X when they first came out and I had to return it because the new A50 X the Side Tone even when fully maxed out was not loud enough. I couldnt hear myself loudly like I could on the Gen 4s. This caused me to talk louder and my family didnt appreciate me talking louder in the room. This is a problem for me when I am playing Music or a Rhythm game as I need to hear the Music but also want to hear myself too. I noticed that with the A50 X the Boom Mic was not as long as it was on the Gen 4 it was about 1 Inch shorter which could have been what was causing the Side Tone to be less loud too.
@@Rickske-u7e On consoles, no. They're both 16 bit 48 KHz whether HDMI or USB. On PC they both use USB anyway, so also no, but PC gets up to 24 bit 48 KHz.
1) At @1:40 what do you mean by the game and voice mixing buttons work on pc and Xbox but not ps5 for a50 gen 5? Does this mean you can’t adjust these volumes on the headset on ps5? That would be a deal breaker and would go with a50x instead. 2) can I listen to audio from ps5 and Mac at the same time with the a50 gen 5? 3) Does the hmdi’s on the a50x pretty much just make it more convenient to hook up audio and video through it?
Did some research and I think I found answer for 1 and 3. HDMIs on a50x allow voice and game mixing on the fly as opposed to a50 gen 5 which would have to adjust in the settings from the console
Awesome video and straight to the point. I am still hesitant and want to get the A50X, I mainly play on PS5 but also have a pc. What has me hesitant is the 24bit vs 16bit audio difference, does it really matter? Is the difference noticable? Many people don't do, and having to buy an additional hdmi cable for the X, on top of its already hefty price, seems very expensive (It's on sale right now but not much, however the A50 Gen 5 has a much bigger sale).
Hello, I have a question. If I get a Astro A50 X, to have sound in these headphones from consoles PS5/Xbox, do I have to connect an HDMI 2.1 cable, or is USB enough? Sorry for my bad english -.- Greetings!
@@NikoBellic91TV USB is enough to hear audio and for most use cases. The only times you'll need HDMI is if you want to use the HDMI switcher or get the game/voice mixer to work on PS5.
Probably not a question people would expect but im curious. Does any stores sell this a50 x headset on shelf in person or do i need to just order online?
What would you say is the best for multiplayer games where you can talk to friends (hear them without overpowering the game and have a good mic to talk to them) but also be able to hear surround sounds like footsteps and shots? I am on PS5 so a wired headset is preferred as wireless headset that is not the ps5 elite one the sounds are dampened and mic’s are terrible so idk what to do.
so which one would you say has better base gen 4 or or five?just wondering since you said the new drivers sacrifice power in the base but i've also heard you say the gen5/X was your favorite for the bass.
@@tomdull2010 Sounds like my top 5 video from this year. So to clarify: The A50 X and A50 Gen 5 are my favorite for bass outside of the A50 Gen 4 and Epos PC38X. Epos discontinued their headsets division last year. To answer your original question, the Gen 4 has better bass imo, but the Gen 5 has much better detail.
@@BadIntentStreamTechReviews ok ty i only care about bass just want REAL bass that will rattle my skull lol i just bought the a50 gen 5 but guess i return for the gen 4 because i dont care that much about the better mic
So audio wise it’s the same with gen 5 and a50x, or is there benefit from the a50x? I just play on ps5 mostly, a bit on pc. Are the hdmi features truly worth the extra money?
Same audio quality on both. Most people are better off getting the A50 Gen 5, because the A50 X extra features are pretty niche. Even in your case, you still have to swap your monitor input manually (unless it has auto-detect) when going from PC to PS5 and back. It only actually works as an HDMI switcher for Xbox to PS5 and vice versa.
Yes, the price is worth it, because HDMI allows up to 24 bit on PS5 while USB only achieves 16 bit audio. I use it myself on PS5 and you can clearly see the difference between HDMI and just USB.
@@jeeryoh4659 Ehh, I don't want to oversell the difference between 16 and 24 bit... The main thing it allows is for a greater dynamic range, but that dynamic range is at insanely quiet levels such as -96 dB.
It's actually baffling that they haven't incorporated the removable mic into the a50s. Seeing as it's a pretty well-liked feature of the a40s. At least from what I've gathered.
@@krasserj4k no one's crying, and it's not a matter of the mic being in the way. It's a matter of aesthetics. Some people like being able to remove to mic in public, or even if they use an external mic at home. If you just thought about it a little before commenting, you'd avoid coming across as a fool. It's such a simple feature that has a existed for over a decade.
@@krasserj4k you're the goof for not realizing some people have other opinions and preferences than you. I'm at least conscious enough to realize that.
I’ve had the gen4 for awhile and even had to replace the base station for $99. I’ve been debating on swapping to the steel series pro wireless. Surprised they released the gen 5 right after gen x
If you’re talking about the nova pros, then they’re really good, only thing I didn’t like about em was the earcups and the little noise canceling nub inside the ear cups, but other then that they’re solid plus you can swap the battery when you’re low, but I did have some issues with the battery not charging sometimes, so I had to unplug and plug in the dock again lol, but I might consider the a50 (was gonna go with the x but I only play on pc) rn I’m using the Razer black sharks which are fine but battery life dies so quickly plus it’s micro usb, so if you have a ps5/xbox/pc/switch then go with the x , if you’re just gaming on one platform then go with the a50 that’s just my opinion though
Im looking to get one of these for my PS5. But it just seems like such a hassle. I have the A40s but im trying to ditch the wire. I dont mess with game chat mix. So which one you recommend for the easiest setup.
@@lakeshow1646 A50 Gen 5. The only real hassle is setting up the first time since you need the power cable going to the AC afapter and also USB going to the PS5. After that, set it and forget it.
I had the A50 Gen4 and I bought A50X last month for a one reason! the app in Gen4 was the worst app I have ever used! And sometimes the update in the Gen4 doesn't work perfectly
Very informative and well done video, thanks a lot bud! Hmmm, these loud? i like my headset volume to get loud as i have damaged hearing and need them to get loud so i can actually hear footsteps
@@BadIntentStreamTechReviews Okay thank you for responding, last question how's switching between multiple headsets with them? I'll be switching between those and the Maxwell's so I just wanna know how that is
It depends if you’re playing on PC or console. The A50 is 24-bit on PC and 16 bit on console. The a50x is 24 on console and supports multi device switching. For me I game on PC so I saved myself $100 and went with the A50
Looking at getting one of these. Is there a difference in audio quality between the two? I use an xbox and PC, no PS. Sounds like the Gen 5 might be a better choice?
Great video but why does no one cover that you can do multiple sound in to the headphones in the Gen4 and if it’s able to do the same in Gen5? I abuse this today with my work laptop, console and PC all pass through with the base. Can the Gen5 do this too?
@@FanBoyMemo As a full package, yes imo. Way better mic, great features such as simultaneous Bluetooth, lighter material, etc. For FPS specifically, I give the Maxwell a slight advantage due to it's excellent detail.
But does the gen 5 have the same reoccurring issue on brand new headsets coming with high pitch white noise that’s unfixable? Had two gen 4’s come with white noise that had no resolution. Numerous others had the same issue. (Xbox series x) if that problem is fixed I’d consider giving them another shot because it was the most comfortable headset I’ve worn in my opinion. Currently using audeze maxwells. I think the issue was how they connected the base station to the console but hopefully usb c and hdmi fixed that
I do use the discord app on my Xbox series X while playing if that makes a difference between the 2. Looking to purchase tomorrow so any feedback would be appreciated.
@@Jhubb7 It's a niche feature. It's only really for people who want to switch between different systems conveniently. So if you can't think of a use case for it, just the Gen 5 is fine. Game/voice mixer works entirely on Xbox on the Gen 5 without HDMI passthrough anyway.
So I can use the a50x like an a50 gen 5 right? if I dont want to use the hdmi for sound, I can just use usb c and it functions the same? I was thinking of getting the x incase I want to use that feature later.
No mic-out is a big fail imo. If I can have a PC and a console connected at the same time via USB, why not have it setup to send mic audio to the PC? I get removing the 3.5mm jack but they just didn’t replace the capability at all? 😢
I have the Logitech G Astro A30 and I want to try Logitech G Astro A50. I don’t think I would need the mix like A50x. I am really in the pickle. What does the mixing do?
@@kingjoker_vapor6635 It lets you increase or decrease the volume of the PSN or Xbox Live voice chat or game volume independently of each other. If your teammates are too quiet, you can turn them up on the headset.
It comes down to if you can actually hear the difference between 16-bit and 24-bit audio. In my experience, I can't. It's mostly useful for increasing the dynamic range - which means the difference between the loudest and quietest sounds you can hear. So audio as low as -144 dB can exist in the mix. tl;dr it's not much of a difference, and I can't hear one at all, but some people swear by it.
@BadIntentStreamTechReviews really appreciate the detailed response. This is kind of what I was hoping. I'm old and don't hear as well as I used to any way. So it seems like saving $80 and getting the Gen 5 is the way to go. Thank you again!
I appreciate the quick and easy explanation. I currently have my a40 tr from 2020 and am looking to buy a pair of a50s. Is the gen 4 worth $200-$250 or should i spend the extra $100 for the piece of mind knowing these are a newer model?
I'd get the newer one. Not only is it a newer model so you get a bit of future proofing, but the improvements to the mic and headphone drivers make a big difference.
@@BadIntentStreamTechReviews thanks for the feedback! I didn’t feel right spending $200+ on a 5 year old headset. Do you think the gen 5s will go on sale during Black Friday?
Very noob question, I have a PS5 and a PC. I want to be able to hear both at the same time. Like playing on PS5 and watching RUclips on PC. Can the A50 X do that?
@@BeyondTheScoreboardBTS Yes, but the way you'd do it is with Bluetooth. The primary audio can switch between PS5 or PC but not both at the same time. But if you turn on Bluetooth and your PC has Bluetooth, you can do that to hear both simultaneously. I've done it a few times.
Always enjoy your vids man. I do have a question when it comes to chat mix on gen 4 (ps5). Is there a way to have it work using the tv optical and not the adapter? Do you lose anything by using the adapter?
I'm going to test this to make sure tomorrow night (Sunday). I know tv optical works on PS4 because that's how I used the gen 4, but I just want to test on PS5 to be sure. If I don't reply by Monday, comment back to remind me please.
@@BadIntentStreamTechReviews I actually was able to get it to work on the ps5 today. The tv or monitor has to be on optical out, input on ps5 is USB Headset (Astro A50), output is USB (Astro A50), HDMI type is AV Amplifier, Channel is 7.1, output to headphones is voice chat only and audio format is Dolby. Appreciate the response too!
@@BadIntentStreamTechReviews ended up looking more into this and I was wrong. Unfortunately I still can’t get the Gen 4 A50 chat mix to work even with running the optical from the tv. Hoping you can help me out and troubleshoot this. I might end up needing the adapter unfortunately
I need help choosing headphones for PlayStation 5. I'm looking for ones that have good micro, chatmix control in the headphones themselves, without navigating the console menu. Other than the astro a50x. Generally a bit cheaper. The basic thing is wireless.
I have the A50x, now I'm trying the Gen5, but I don't notice any difference, both in the microphone and in the audio. (I only use them on PC with USB-C). Do they really have differences? The Gen5 seem more uncomfortable to me because they open less physically in front
@@makkeyn I can't explain it in English. The A50X physically you can open them in front to listen to the external audio (for example your voice). The gen5 open less, they are closer, it does not pass air
I have the a50x and use it on pc and ps5. Pc works awesome and I love it, however when i connect the ps5 with hdmi and usb a it limits my frames on 1440p and 4k at 60hz. I really dont know why, tried several 2.1 hdmi's on my oled monitor and oled tv always the same result. Does anyone know why this happens and how I can change that? If there is no solution i would send it back and get the gen 5. What exactly is the game voice mix?
Can't speak on the first part - someone else may have the answer or Logitech support. But for the game/voice mix, if you're in a party chat or discord call on PS5 you can hear the game volume and the audio of the people you're talking to at the same time. Game/voice mixing lets you make one or the other louder just by pressing the game or voice button in increments on the headset. It's very convenient, but if you don't VC it's not really important.
have you experienced any issues with any of the a50 models? pretty upset I along with hundreds if not thousands of people are having so many issues. having to manually hard reset, not connecting to base station, redownload command center uploading new firmware, new firmware not working, having to download old version of CC, download old firmware, timing hard reset 50-75% into update, no sound coming out... the list goes on. $300 for the headset very disappointed
The only one reason I’ll get these headsets is because of what they could do for the PlayStation five but currently I’m using the Odyssey Maxwell headset, the voice to game chat and that might be there
@@RoasAych-w6k Completely dependant on your individual use case. I don't personally VC on console (only PC), so I don't need it. Others voice chat on console every day.
I have the A50x…. I love the sound quality, but man these things are about to drive me up a wall and off a cliff. These things consistently lose connection with the base station and refuse to reconnect. I always have to go through numerous hard resets, unplugging the base station, and connecting to the pc multiple times and then it might FINALLY boot back up. I’m thinking I might make these a back up headset once I buy my house, cause this is unreal
Wich one is better for pc First materials quality Second sound quality Wireless connection is not important Razer kraken v3 Razer blackshark v2 Razer Barracuda X 2022 Logitech g635 Logitech g pro x (cable) HyperX Cloud III
@@ilyasskandila9316 A50 and A50 X have the same weight and materials, so same. In my experience, the A50 X does not have more delay than the Gen 5. Kind of interested in where you saw/read that.
Great video man, got to the point right away and did it clearly. This is a rarity on RUclips nowadays.
I couldn’t agree more!
Quick and sweet!
yes agreed ! Great video
Cheers Brad
If all videos were done like this one ... No bs, just useful informations. Thank you very much, appreciated.
Finally someone who explains it well. Everyone just talks arround the HDMI connectivity, basically stating that "it's just there".
Thank you for summarizing the information I had been (unsuccessfully) researching the past hour.
Same! I was trying to figure out how to set up the audio and chat mix properly and every other video I saw was useless this one fixed my issue after hours of searching
Straight to the point and detailed. Thank you.
Oh my god this video is well made. Good job, dude!
Exactly the info I was looking for, big thanks!
Was thinking of going for this, in Sweden it'll cost $237 tomorrow and was chosing between these and the Logitech G733.
I'm still rocking the old Gen 4, and I heard that new mic audio difference. Might get one now
So great and crystal clear video ! Thanks a lot for this one, it was very useful for me
I had the A50 X when they first came out and I had to return it because the new A50 X the Side Tone even when fully maxed out was not loud enough. I couldnt hear myself loudly like I could on the Gen 4s. This caused me to talk louder and my family didnt appreciate me talking louder in the room. This is a problem for me when I am playing Music or a Rhythm game as I need to hear the Music but also want to hear myself too. I noticed that with the A50 X the Boom Mic was not as long as it was on the Gen 4 it was about 1 Inch shorter which could have been what was causing the Side Tone to be less loud too.
this was a great video, thank you!
This video earned a subscribe from me man. Great video and got to the point qpick.
Is there a audio difference between the gen s and x? HDMI vs usb
@@Rickske-u7e On consoles, no. They're both 16 bit 48 KHz whether HDMI or USB.
On PC they both use USB anyway, so also no, but PC gets up to 24 bit 48 KHz.
No, with the HDMI A50X u can get 24bit if the game supports it, like CoD. All AAA Games support it@@BadIntentStreamTechReviews
Is that a big difference ? The most headsets are 16bit because they work with usb
@@Rickske-u7e there is a difference. And A50X supports 24bit because of the HDMI port. The Signal ist stronger then USB-C
1) At @1:40 what do you mean by the game and voice mixing buttons work on pc and Xbox but not ps5 for a50 gen 5? Does this mean you can’t adjust these volumes on the headset on ps5? That would be a deal breaker and would go with a50x instead.
2) can I listen to audio from ps5 and Mac at the same time with the a50 gen 5?
3) Does the hmdi’s on the a50x pretty much just make it more convenient to hook up audio and video through it?
Did some research and I think I found answer for 1 and 3. HDMIs on a50x allow voice and game mixing on the fly as opposed to a50 gen 5 which would have to adjust in the settings from the console
Awesome video and straight to the point. I am still hesitant and want to get the A50X, I mainly play on PS5 but also have a pc. What has me hesitant is the 24bit vs 16bit audio difference, does it really matter? Is the difference noticable? Many people don't do, and having to buy an additional hdmi cable for the X, on top of its already hefty price, seems very expensive (It's on sale right now but not much, however the A50 Gen 5 has a much bigger sale).
Can you make a video review of Asus ROG Delta II?
Hello, I have a question. If I get a Astro A50 X, to have sound in these headphones from consoles PS5/Xbox, do I have to connect an HDMI 2.1 cable, or is USB enough? Sorry for my bad english -.- Greetings!
@@NikoBellic91TV USB is enough to hear audio and for most use cases.
The only times you'll need HDMI is if you want to use the HDMI switcher or get the game/voice mixer to work on PS5.
Thank you so much! I was looking into buying these for my bf and I was so confused lol.
Probably not a question people would expect but im curious. Does any stores sell this a50 x headset on shelf in person or do i need to just order online?
You can get it at Best Buy in person.
What would you say is the best for multiplayer games where you can talk to friends (hear them without overpowering the game and have a good mic to talk to them) but also be able to hear surround sounds like footsteps and shots? I am on PS5 so a wired headset is preferred as wireless headset that is not the ps5 elite one the sounds are dampened and mic’s are terrible so idk what to do.
HyperX Cloud III ticks all the boxes. Great sound for FPS games, great mic, wired, also very comfortable over long periods.
I never comment on youtube but its nice seeing a review that isnt 10+ minutes 🫡🫡
so which one would you say has better base gen 4 or or five?just wondering since you said the new drivers sacrifice power in the base but i've also heard you say the gen5/X was your favorite for the bass.
@@tomdull2010 Sounds like my top 5 video from this year. So to clarify:
The A50 X and A50 Gen 5 are my favorite for bass outside of the A50 Gen 4 and Epos PC38X. Epos discontinued their headsets division last year. To answer your original question, the Gen 4 has better bass imo, but the Gen 5 has much better detail.
@@BadIntentStreamTechReviews ok ty i only care about bass just want REAL bass that will rattle my skull lol i just bought the a50 gen 5 but guess i return for the gen 4 because i dont care that much about the better mic
As someone with a gen 4, i swear there are like two different build qualities for gen 4 because my mic does not sound like that lol
So audio wise it’s the same with gen 5 and a50x, or is there benefit from the a50x? I just play on ps5 mostly, a bit on pc. Are the hdmi features truly worth the extra money?
Same audio quality on both.
Most people are better off getting the A50 Gen 5, because the A50 X extra features are pretty niche.
Even in your case, you still have to swap your monitor input manually (unless it has auto-detect) when going from PC to PS5 and back. It only actually works as an HDMI switcher for Xbox to PS5 and vice versa.
Yes, the price is worth it, because HDMI allows up to 24 bit on PS5 while USB only achieves 16 bit audio. I use it myself on PS5 and you can clearly see the difference between HDMI and just USB.
@@jeeryoh4659 Ehh, I don't want to oversell the difference between 16 and 24 bit... The main thing it allows is for a greater dynamic range, but that dynamic range is at insanely quiet levels such as -96 dB.
@@BadIntentStreamTechReviewsso its not worth the upgrade?
the only reason ill never give up the a40s is the mic is removable, they needa make some a50s with a removable mic, or better yet no mic.
It's actually baffling that they haven't incorporated the removable mic into the a50s. Seeing as it's a pretty well-liked feature of the a40s. At least from what I've gathered.
@@ASZCA29dude if you flip it up it’s out of the way what are yall crying about
@@krasserj4k no one's crying, and it's not a matter of the mic being in the way. It's a matter of aesthetics. Some people like being able to remove to mic in public, or even if they use an external mic at home. If you just thought about it a little before commenting, you'd avoid coming across as a fool. It's such a simple feature that has a existed for over a decade.
@@ASZCA29 aesthetics you don’t even see it on your head goofy
@@krasserj4k you're the goof for not realizing some people have other opinions and preferences than you. I'm at least conscious enough to realize that.
I’ve had the gen4 for awhile and even had to replace the base station for $99. I’ve been debating on swapping to the steel series pro wireless. Surprised they released the gen 5 right after gen x
If you’re talking about the nova pros, then they’re really good, only thing I didn’t like about em was the earcups and the little noise canceling nub inside the ear cups, but other then that they’re solid plus you can swap the battery when you’re low, but I did have some issues with the battery not charging sometimes, so I had to unplug and plug in the dock again lol, but I might consider the a50 (was gonna go with the x but I only play on pc) rn I’m using the Razer black sharks which are fine but battery life dies so quickly plus it’s micro usb, so if you have a ps5/xbox/pc/switch then go with the x , if you’re just gaming on one platform then go with the a50 that’s just my opinion though
Question for pc connect and p5 for the a50x you would still need to purchase that adapter separate?
With the A50 X, you don't need an adapter.
@ appreciate you brotha
Im looking to get one of these for my PS5. But it just seems like such a hassle. I have the A40s but im trying to ditch the wire. I dont mess with game chat mix. So which one you recommend for the easiest setup.
@@lakeshow1646 A50 Gen 5. The only real hassle is setting up the first time since you need the power cable going to the AC afapter and also USB going to the PS5. After that, set it and forget it.
@@BadIntentStreamTechReviews Thanks.
I had the A50 Gen4 and I bought A50X last month for a one reason! the app in Gen4 was the worst app I have ever used! And sometimes the update in the Gen4 doesn't work perfectly
bullshit
So for the a50x for ps5 u put the audio to chat only on the second menu ?
Super helpful video ❤
Very informative and well done video, thanks a lot bud! Hmmm, these loud? i like my headset volume to get loud as i have damaged hearing and need them to get loud so i can actually hear footsteps
Not the loudest, they're above average. HyperX Cloud II is still probably the overall loudest that I've heard.
@ cloud ll wireless? Forgot to add they have to be wireless. Thanks!!
So when I get the Astro A50 X I can connect ist to my ps5,xbox and pc the same time and switch between them between the hdmi switcher button?
You can switch between Xbox and PS5, but when switching to PC (which it doesn't have an HDMI slot for), you still need to swap your monitor manually.
@@BadIntentStreamTechReviewsso if I’m using it for Xbox and pc should I just get the gen 5 instead of the x
Will the A50 gen 5 work with last gen consoles? If not then looks like I have to get the A50x
Thank you for making this video, is the audio a big difference between the A50s and the A50X since the A50X uses HDMI?
The audio is much better overall. The bigger difference is the drivers rather than HDMI vs optical.
For reference, the HDMI audio is 16 bit 48 KHz.
No, with the HDMI A50X u can get 24bit if the game supports it, like CoD. All AAA Games support it@@BadIntentStreamTechReviews
@@BadIntentStreamTechReviews Okay thank you for responding, last question how's switching between multiple headsets with them? I'll be switching between those and the Maxwell's so I just wanna know how that is
It depends if you’re playing on PC or console. The A50 is 24-bit on PC and 16 bit on console. The a50x is 24 on console and supports multi device switching. For me I game on PC so I saved myself $100 and went with the A50
@@mattholmes06, could you comment on how your A50s Gen 5 has been performing on your PC? I would appreciate it, as I'm thinking about upgrading!
Looking at getting one of these. Is there a difference in audio quality between the two? I use an xbox and PC, no PS. Sounds like the Gen 5 might be a better choice?
I have an A30, and I listen to music via Bluetooth and play PC via USB simultaneously. Does any of the a50s have that functionality?
Yes.
Does the Gen 5 have the same connectivity issues as the Gen 4??
Great video but why does no one cover that you can do multiple sound in to the headphones in the Gen4 and if it’s able to do the same in Gen5?
I abuse this today with my work laptop, console and PC all pass through with the base. Can the Gen5 do this too?
You can do one input (PC, Xbox, or PS5) plus Bluetooth but that's all. No aux or optical in.
Quick question can I adjust the a50 gen 5 with mobile as it don’t work on ps5 chat and game mix?
Do you still get the hissing sound from the gen 5 a50s??
@@JustinL777 nope
are these headset better than Audeze Maxwell ??
@@FanBoyMemo As a full package, yes imo. Way better mic, great features such as simultaneous Bluetooth, lighter material, etc. For FPS specifically, I give the Maxwell a slight advantage due to it's excellent detail.
But does the gen 5 have the same reoccurring issue on brand new headsets coming with high pitch white noise that’s unfixable? Had two gen 4’s come with white noise that had no resolution. Numerous others had the same issue. (Xbox series x) if that problem is fixed I’d consider giving them another shot because it was the most comfortable headset I’ve worn in my opinion. Currently using audeze maxwells. I think the issue was how they connected the base station to the console but hopefully usb c and hdmi fixed that
Did not have that issue with my A50 gen 5 or A50 X so you should be good!
Thanks.
Is there any other headset that has a working game/voice chat switcher and does the a50x support 4k 120hz
So should I upgrade from the a50 gen to x? For ps5
What’s your opinion if you’re buying for Xbox Series X? Would I be good with just going with the Gen 5 or should I go with the X?
@@Jhubb7 If you need the HDMI switcher then A50 X. If not, A50 Gen 5.
Thank you for the quick response. Sorry for the ignorant question but in what scenario would I need the switcher?
I do use the discord app on my Xbox series X while playing if that makes a difference between the 2. Looking to purchase tomorrow so any feedback would be appreciated.
@@Jhubb7 It's a niche feature. It's only really for people who want to switch between different systems conveniently. So if you can't think of a use case for it, just the Gen 5 is fine.
Game/voice mixer works entirely on Xbox on the Gen 5 without HDMI passthrough anyway.
@ Appreciate the timely responses. Earned a sub thanks a lot.
If I am using for ps5 only, should I get the A50x or a50? Is Chatmix needed?
Does the Gen 5 have an IOS app or is EQ stored in the base for phones?
There's an iOS app, yea.
My gen4 always has some sort of interference noise on my xsx.
Upgrade
Do you have experience connecting the A50x or A50 Gen 5 with the ASTRO Command Center on a Mac?
No, only Windows.
For PS5 Which better A50 Gen 5 or A50X
... Did you watch the video?
WATCH THE VIDEO!!!!
Just got the gen 5 going from gen 4 I'm finding it quieter then the gen 4 what's your thoughts?
@@samanthascotney6180 A little quieter, but not by too much in my experience.
Does custom eq work on consoles?
Yep. You just have to set them in the G Hub phone app.
@@BadIntentStreamTechReviews ok cool. I plan on using with ps5 only, just wanted to make sure it worked. Ty!
So I can use the a50x like an a50 gen 5 right? if I dont want to use the hdmi for sound, I can just use usb c and it functions the same? I was thinking of getting the x incase I want to use that feature later.
Yeah, you can use it exactly like the gen 5 with just USB C. I think that's a good plan. Might want the HDMI switching eventually.
Does they gen 5 have the stupid power cut off when not on head straight!?
Nah they finally took that out.
No mic-out is a big fail imo.
If I can have a PC and a console connected at the same time via USB, why not have it setup to send mic audio to the PC? I get removing the 3.5mm jack but they just didn’t replace the capability at all? 😢
I have the Logitech G Astro A30 and I want to try Logitech G Astro A50. I don’t think I would need the mix like A50x. I am really in the pickle. What does the mixing do?
@@kingjoker_vapor6635 It lets you increase or decrease the volume of the PSN or Xbox Live voice chat or game volume independently of each other. If your teammates are too quiet, you can turn them up on the headset.
Question. Does the A50X with HDMI sound better than the Gen 5 with USB on console? I have heard it does
It comes down to if you can actually hear the difference between 16-bit and 24-bit audio. In my experience, I can't.
It's mostly useful for increasing the dynamic range - which means the difference between the loudest and quietest sounds you can hear. So audio as low as -144 dB can exist in the mix.
tl;dr it's not much of a difference, and I can't hear one at all, but some people swear by it.
@BadIntentStreamTechReviews really appreciate the detailed response. This is kind of what I was hoping. I'm old and don't hear as well as I used to any way. So it seems like saving $80 and getting the Gen 5 is the way to go. Thank you again!
I appreciate the quick and easy explanation. I currently have my a40 tr from 2020 and am looking to buy a pair of a50s. Is the gen 4 worth $200-$250 or should i spend the extra $100 for the piece of mind knowing these are a newer model?
I'd get the newer one. Not only is it a newer model so you get a bit of future proofing, but the improvements to the mic and headphone drivers make a big difference.
@@BadIntentStreamTechReviews thanks for the feedback! I didn’t feel right spending $200+ on a 5 year old headset. Do you think the gen 5s will go on sale during Black Friday?
For Gen 5 can I just get the power from a USB port from my PC instead of the power adapter?
@@RGR465 Technically possible, but not recommended.
www.reddit.com/r/AstroGaming/comments/1dz1ovp/a50_x_on_pc_without_power_brick/
somehow i cant Download profiles for the A50 gen 5 in the Logitech ghub
Very noob question, I have a PS5 and a PC. I want to be able to hear both at the same time. Like playing on PS5 and watching RUclips on PC. Can the A50 X do that?
@@BeyondTheScoreboardBTS Yes, but the way you'd do it is with Bluetooth.
The primary audio can switch between PS5 or PC but not both at the same time. But if you turn on Bluetooth and your PC has Bluetooth, you can do that to hear both simultaneously. I've done it a few times.
if i mainly play on pc and just use switch and ps5 for single player titles, would the gen 5 be the right buy over the X
Yea just get the gen 5
Can you use a50 gen 5 directly connect to a pc by the cable ?
To charge yes. To actually use wired, no.
Hey love the vids ❤ but also I wanna know if u can do a webcam called the S800?
Always enjoy your vids man. I do have a question when it comes to chat mix on gen 4 (ps5). Is there a way to have it work using the tv optical and not the adapter? Do you lose anything by using the adapter?
I'm going to test this to make sure tomorrow night (Sunday). I know tv optical works on PS4 because that's how I used the gen 4, but I just want to test on PS5 to be sure.
If I don't reply by Monday, comment back to remind me please.
@@BadIntentStreamTechReviews I actually was able to get it to work on the ps5 today. The tv or monitor has to be on optical out, input on ps5 is USB Headset (Astro A50), output is USB (Astro A50), HDMI type is AV Amplifier, Channel is 7.1, output to headphones is voice chat only and audio format is Dolby. Appreciate the response too!
@@Craigv209 Right on! Glad to hear it
@@BadIntentStreamTechReviews ended up looking more into this and I was wrong. Unfortunately I still can’t get the Gen 4 A50 chat mix to work even with running the optical from the tv. Hoping you can help me out and troubleshoot this. I might end up needing the adapter unfortunately
@@Craigv209 It's the same process as on PS4. Made a video so you can see: ruclips.net/video/29ZR2ENrJCg/видео.html
Would the Gen 4 Astros A50 priced at $150 a good deal?
After hearing that mic difference I wouldn’t even pay 3 dollars for the old ones 😂
@@lemons2513I wouldn't buy it for myself if it was your $3
@@x-ray3431 Ight bro they can’t be that bad 😂
I need help choosing headphones for PlayStation 5. I'm looking for ones that have good micro, chatmix control in the headphones themselves, without navigating the console menu. Other than the astro a50x. Generally a bit cheaper. The basic thing is wireless.
thank you
So, if I have PS5 and PC in different rooms and I don't care about chat/game volume settings, I should go for A50 gen 5? Is the sound quality same?
@@t1murrr Yes and sound quality is the same.
Does the gen 5 still have the hissing noice that gen 4 has?
Nope
I have the A50x, now I'm trying the Gen5, but I don't notice any difference, both in the microphone and in the audio. (I only use them on PC with USB-C). Do they really have differences?
The Gen5 seem more uncomfortable to me because they open less physically in front
@@CapitanoKirk They have the exact same audio drivers, so no difference. (That was the point of this video)
@@BadIntentStreamTechReviews sorry but I don't know English well
@@BadIntentStreamTechReviews Is the microphone identical?
Hello. What do you mean they open worse at the front? I dint understand.
@@makkeyn I can't explain it in English.
The A50X physically you can open them in front to listen to the external audio (for example your voice). The gen5 open less, they are closer, it does not pass air
I have the a50x and use it on pc and ps5. Pc works awesome and I love it, however when i connect the ps5 with hdmi and usb a it limits my frames on 1440p and 4k at 60hz. I really dont know why, tried several 2.1 hdmi's on my oled monitor and oled tv always the same result. Does anyone know why this happens and how I can change that? If there is no solution i would send it back and get the gen 5. What exactly is the game voice mix?
Can't speak on the first part - someone else may have the answer or Logitech support.
But for the game/voice mix, if you're in a party chat or discord call on PS5 you can hear the game volume and the audio of the people you're talking to at the same time. Game/voice mixing lets you make one or the other louder just by pressing the game or voice button in increments on the headset. It's very convenient, but if you don't VC it's not really important.
So I have gen 4 Astro and only game on Xbox so you are saying people like me should buy the gen 5 instead of gen x?
have you experienced any issues with any of the a50 models? pretty upset I along with hundreds if not thousands of people are having so many issues. having to manually hard reset, not connecting to base station, redownload command center uploading new firmware, new firmware not working, having to download old version of CC, download old firmware, timing hard reset 50-75% into update, no sound coming out... the list goes on. $300 for the headset very disappointed
Ok so astro a40 tr or astro a50 gen 5. For sound quality?
@@ajo510 A50 Gen 5 sounds better overall, but there's less bass.
@BadIntentStreamTechReviews appreciate it. Thank you for replying back
So does that mean if i play xbox it would be easier to use the a50 and not the x?
@@MasonMoyer-f4p yes
Can I plug the X into my controller if I want to?
@@johntabor2619 No, unfortunately. Only works with the Base Station.
Upgrade from the a50?
Upgrade from Gen 4? It's a much better headset overall, so I'd upgrade. Only real downside is less bass if you're into that.
@ awesome just ordered
i really dont know if i should get a gen 5 or X i had a gen 4 but broke so i been wanting to get the gen 5 or X but idk what to get i Play on pc
If you only play on pc you only need the gen 5. The x is the exact same except you can switch between consoles
Just got refurb a50 gen4 This are more than enough for me! 👍🏼
The only one reason I’ll get these headsets is because of what they could do for the PlayStation five but currently I’m using the Odyssey Maxwell headset, the voice to game chat and that might be there
Dolby?
A50 Gen 5 and A50 X come with a license for Dolby Atmos software on PC and Xbox.
A50 Gen 4 has a Dolby audio button directly on the headset.
couldn we use it on phones?
Yes, but only with the base station.
I’ve seen the X has 3D audio on ps5 as well, while gen 5 doesn’t. Correct me if im wrong tho…
Every headset can use Sony's 3D audio, so technically yes.
This is the best review in years!!!❤
So is that chat mixing really a big deal ?
@@RoasAych-w6k Completely dependant on your individual use case. I don't personally VC on console (only PC), so I don't need it.
Others voice chat on console every day.
is the Astro A50 gen 4 still worth it in 2024 ?
No
I have the A50x…. I love the sound quality, but man these things are about to drive me up a wall and off a cliff.
These things consistently lose connection with the base station and refuse to reconnect. I always have to go through numerous hard resets, unplugging the base station, and connecting to the pc multiple times and then it might FINALLY boot back up.
I’m thinking I might make these a back up headset once I buy my house, cause this is unreal
Logitech support can probably set you up with a replacement. I'd definitely hit them up!
@@BadIntentStreamTechReviews they are back on now, but just like all other times… they only reconnect when it’s back to being 100% charged.
Wich one is better for pc
First materials quality
Second sound quality
Wireless connection is not important
Razer kraken v3
Razer blackshark v2
Razer Barracuda X 2022
Logitech g635
Logitech g pro x (cable)
HyperX Cloud III
HyperX Cloud III. Best comfort, sturdiest build. Also overall best sound of those, but lacks bass.
The mic is different, in the way it comes down and locks.
I have 2 pair of Maxwells now I want a pair of A50x
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Would you recommend the gen 5’s for $300 or the gen 4’s brand new for $150
what is nore comfrtable a50 gen 5 or a50x
and i found out that a50x haso more delay is it really that bad ?
@@ilyasskandila9316 A50 and A50 X have the same weight and materials, so same.
In my experience, the A50 X does not have more delay than the Gen 5. Kind of interested in where you saw/read that.