Logitech G, a brand under Logitech and a leading innovator in gaming technology and accessories, has unveiled its latest flagship model for console gamers – the Logitech G ASTRO A50 X LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Headset and Base Station. This marks the fifth generation in the acclaimed ASTRO A50 series.

The new ASTRO A50 X is designed to deliver the ultimate gaming experience for console players, incorporating groundbreaking innovations in audio and connectivity, including:

  • New PLAYSYNC technology for easy connectivity and seamless switching between Xbox, PS5, and PC with a single button press.
  • PRO-G Graphene Audio Driver technology for high-performance gaming audio.
  • 24-bit LIGHTSPEED Wireless technology for improved console connection.
  • 24 hours of battery life for uninterrupted gaming sessions.

“In the past decade, the A50 has become an icon among gaming headsets. This is due to the model’s gamer-centric design, premium sound, comfort, and durability. Our new A50 X takes the series further by combining A50’s award-winning design with several new features and advanced technology that elevate the gaming experience,” says Ujesh Desai, general manager for Logitech G.

Today’s gamers seek a combination of comfort, sound quality, connectivity, communication options, and compatibility, and the A50 X delivers precisely that.

PLAYSYNC – Switch Between Console and PC with a Click

PLAYSYNC technology is a groundbreaking innovation that enables gamers to connect to all their gaming platforms and seamlessly switch between Xbox Series X|S, PS5, and PC/MAC with a simple click on the A50 X headset. When switching between Xbox and PS5 consoles, PLAYSYNC adjusts what the player sees on their TV and what is heard in the headset. This feature simplifies the lives of gamers, allowing them to easily switch to the gaming experience they want to enjoy in the moment.

A50 X consists of a two-part base station and a wireless headset compatible with high-performance gaming consoles, 4K UHD TVs with HDMI 2.1, and USB-C connection, delivering uncompressed audio with up to 24-bit reproduction. Using the HDMI connection, the base station wirelessly directs the audio to the headset while transmitting the console’s image to the TV without affecting features like 4K 120Hz HDR, VRR, and ALLM. The result is high-performance, low-latency video resolution.

Audio signals are also seamlessly directed on A50 X – with the headset docked to the base station, the audio signals will be sent along with the image to the connected TV. When players lift the headset from the base station, the audio signals will be automatically redirected to the headset, enhancing versatility between open and private listening experiences.

High-Quality Gaming Audio

As sound plays a crucial role in the gaming experience, A50 X is equipped with PRO-G GRAPHENE speaker elements that are precision-engineered with a 40 mm graphene membrane with a live-edge suspension – all to deliver the best possible audio performance. The new driver provides improvements in audio reproduction and reduces sound distortion, making it easier for players to identify objects through sound and quickly discern their location in relation to themselves.

The headset’s battery is kept charged with the help of the integrated LED status panel and the magnetic charging cradle on the base station.

LIGHTSPEED Wireless Connection

The headset is also equipped with Logitech G’s award-winning, wireless 24-bit LIGHTSPEED technology, continuously evolving to provide the best possible audio quality, connection, and battery efficiency. The base station also has Bluetooth® connectivity, allowing players to switch between Discord chat and music while gaming.

High-Resolution 48KHz MICROPHONE with Extra Bandwidth

A50 X is Logitech G’s first headset equipped with an integrated high-resolution 16-bit 48 kHz LIGHTSPEED microphone. The additional bandwidth allows the microphone to capture a much wider spectrum of sound, delivering high-performance clarity and quality in the boom microphone. Using on-ear controls, A50 X helps players balance the volume between game and chat on Xbox, PC, and PS5.

Total Control

Gamers can optimize and fine-tune the audio experience using G HUB on PC and the Logitech G App on iOS/Android devices. Control the headset’s EQ presets and take advantage of the microphone’s enhanced audio resolution by entering the EQ settings for broadcast quality while users can control the environment with noise reduction. Gamers can set up audio mixing for stream output, set side tone levels, save custom presets, and more.

Play for ZERO

Logitech G ASTRO A50 X LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Headset is certified carbon-neutral, meaning the product’s carbon impact has been reduced to zero through investments in climate compensation projects. The plastic components contain at least 35 percent recycled material, and the packaging comes from FSC-certified forests. For more information about our sustainability efforts, visit our website.

Price and Availability

The Logitech G ASTRO A50 X wireless gaming headset + base station is available on LogitechG.com and from retailers starting from December 22, 2023. The recommended retail price is 4699 SEK. For more information, visit our website, our blog, or contact us at @LogitechG.