The previous generation ASTRO headsets were a premiere line offering excellent quality and a base with a mixer. Logitech has now joined in bringing its technology to the A50 with the ASTRO A50 X. This headset isn’t just compatible with the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC, but is actually interchangeable allowing the same headset to be used on multiple platforms. The A50 X will keep the same design integrity as seen in the previous ASTRO A50, and joins the A30 headset with incorporating Logitech’s wireless technology. This new A50 will take everything fans loved from the previous generation and incorporate even better technology to improve the experience.
The dock, or base, offers video passthrough as this is required for the audio. It uses HDMI 2.1, which the consoles use. to allow high-resolution 24-bit audio and 4K video up to 120 Hz. Both an Xbox Series and PS5 can be connected at the same time. This also allows for Auto Low Latency Mode and Variable Refresh Rate, so there will be no loss of features from the consoles, themselves. Both PC and Mac can be connected via USB-C so seamless connectivity and switching is allowed. PlayStation 5 will take advantage of game/chat mixing and 3D Audio while Xbox Series will add Dolby Atmos spacial 3D surround sound.
Logitech has incorporated its pro-grade LIGHTSPEED wireless to the actual headset. This will bring improved sound quality, reliability and maximum battery life efficiency to the headset, itself. The A50 can go up to 15 meters away from the dock, and will click back in with a satisfying click that uses magnets to help charge the headset. PLAYSYNC is what Logitech is calling the tech to allow seamless switching between devices, and the Base Station includes Bluetooth connectivity for phone audio. To top it off, the high resolution 16-bit 48 kHz LIGHTSPEED mic uplink will bring increased quality to chat audio.
The ASTRO A50X is available for pre-order now with an MSRP of $379.00 with a choice of either black or white for the setup. Players can also adjust their gaming audio experience within the G HUB gaming software on PC, or use the Logitech G App on their iOS/Android device. Custom EQ presets are available or the option to deep dive into plenty of equalizer settings that also includes microphone resolution and noise reduction settings. All audio will come from the PRO-G GRAPHENE audio drivers as their lightweight design helps to reduce distortion. Both Logitech and ASTRO have put their cards on the table to maximize the A50 X.
