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Logitech ASTRO A50 Gen 5

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ASTRO A50 Gen 5

Released October 2024.8Press releases24.q4cdn.com/131595232/files/doc_news/2024/09/Logi-Play-A50X-PRESS-RELEASE-Final-1.pdfRead 14 October 2026Available for pre-order on 2024-09-17 and ships in October 2024. Last checked 14 October 2026.

Form factor
Over-ear
Audio connections
2.4 GHz, Bluetooth
Active noise cancelling
No
Battery life (claimed, max)
24h

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General

Series
ASTRO1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026The page breadcrumb reads ASTRO SERIES, ASTRO A50 (Gen 5).
Model numbers
939-002217, 939-002229, 939-002224, 939-002230, 939-002225, 939-0022311Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026US store SKUs 939-002217 (Black) and 939-002229 (White). The same page data lists both under the product ASTRO A50 (Gen 5).2Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-ca/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026Canadian store lists 939-002217 (Black) and 939-002229 (White).3Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-gb/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026UK store lists 939-002224 (Black) and 939-002230 (White).4Maker product pagelogitechg.com/de-de/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026German store lists 939-002224 (Schwarz) and 939-002230 (Weiss).5Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-au/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026Australian store lists 939-002225 (Black) and 939-002231 (White). The same codes appear on the India store page, which shows no price, so India is not stored.
GTIN / EAN
097855199621, 09785519964515Retailer pageglobalb.channelonline.com/acme/classic/Products/overview/M025622347Read 14 October 2026Logitech channel catalog record for 939-002229 (White): UPC 0097855199645, a valid UPC-A with a leading zero.16Retailer pageaztekc.com/g-a50-gen5-black-logitech/pRead 14 October 2026Aztek Computers listing for Logitech 939-002217 Gen5 Black: UPC 097855199621, a valid UPC-A. The page itself was not readable, so the value was read from search result text.
Announced
17 September 20248Press releases24.q4cdn.com/131595232/files/doc_news/2024/09/Logi-Play-A50X-PRESS-RELEASE-Final-1.pdfRead 14 October 2026Logitech G press release dated September 17th, 2024, introduced at Logi Play.
Status
Available1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026In stock on the US store on 2026-10-14. JSON-LD availability InStock at 299.99 USD.
Predecessor
Not available
Successor
Not available
Launch price (US)
$299.998Press releases24.q4cdn.com/131595232/files/doc_news/2024/09/Logi-Play-A50X-PRESS-RELEASE-Final-1.pdfRead 14 October 2026Available for pre-order at $299.99 from Logitech G. Tax treatment is not stated.10Reviewtechradar.com/gaming/gaming-accessories/logitech-astro-a50-gen-5-reviewRead 14 October 2026List price $299.99 / £299.99, matching the press release.
Launch price (EU)
€339.999Press articleglobal.techradar.com/nl-nl/gaming/gaming-accessories/logitech-g-onthult-astro-a50-gen-5-en-g915-x-serieRead 14 October 2026TechRadar Netherlands, from Logi Play 2024: pre-order for 339,99 euro via LogitechG.com, available from the usual retailers in mid-October. A SHI reseller listing shows MSRP 299.99 EUR for the Black model and the German store now shows 279.99 EUR. The pre-order price is stored as the launch price.
Markets
US, CA, GB, DE, AU1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026US store page with a US dollar price.2Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-ca/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026Canadian store page with a CAD price.3Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-gb/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026UK store page with a GBP price.4Maker product pagelogitechg.com/de-de/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026German store page with a EUR price.5Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-au/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026Australian store page with an AUD price.
Colours
Black, White1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026Variants: ASTRO A50 (Gen 5) - Black and - White.9Press articleglobal.techradar.com/nl-nl/gaming/gaming-accessories/logitech-g-onthult-astro-a50-gen-5-en-g915-x-serieRead 14 October 2026The headset will be available in black and white.
Segment
Gaming1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026Sold in Gaming Audio as an ASTRO gaming headset.

Design

Form factor
Over-ear1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026Over-ear fabric ear cushions that enclose the ear, as pictured.
Ear cup enclosure
Open6Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-ca/articles/23905995438231-Specification-Logitech-G-A50Read 14 October 2026Headphone Design: Open Back. Multitronic also lists the acoustic system as Open. TechRadar describes a tight seal without ANC.
Wearing style
Headband1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026Headband with sliders joins the two ear cups, as pictured.
Folding
Not available
Swivelling ear cups
Not available
RGB lighting
No6Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-ca/articles/23905995438231-Specification-Logitech-G-A50Read 14 October 2026Indicator Lights (LED): a multi-colored LED status indicator in the headset. No decorative lighting is listed. Reviews describe none.
Lighting zones
Not available

Drivers and sound

Driver type
Dynamic13Press articlestuff.tv/hot-stuff/the-astro-a50-gen-5-a-simpler-multi-system-gaming-headsetRead 14 October 2026The headset has the same 40mm dynamic drivers made from ultra-light graphene as the A50 X, described for the Gen 5.
Driver size
40mm1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026Driver: 1.57 in (40 mm) PRO-G GRAPHENE.
Drivers per side
Not available
Diaphragm material
Graphene1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026The page says the Graphene diaphragm is suspended with a live edge design.
Magnet
Not available
Frequency response (wired or passive)
Min20 HzMax20 kHz1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026Headphone Frequency Response 20-20,000 Hz.
Wireless audio transmission band
Not available
Impedance (passive when specified)
Not available
Sensitivity (passive when specified)
Not available
Sensitivity reference
Not available
THD (claimed)
Not available
Max input power
Not available
Max digital audio sample rate
48kHz1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026Wireless technology: LIGHTSPEED Wireless @ 24 bit/48 kHz. USB-Audio: 1x up to 24 bit/48 kHz (PC).6Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-ca/articles/23905995438231-Specification-Logitech-G-A50Read 14 October 2026Headphone type: wireless gaming headset, up to 24bit 48kHz sampling.7Owner's manuallogitech.com/assets/70203/3/a50_wireless_headset_web_qsg_amr.pdfRead 14 October 2026PC USB audio: A50 Game playback 24bit / 48kHz.
Max digital audio bit depth
24bits1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026LIGHTSPEED Wireless @ 24 bit/48 kHz. Consoles are limited to 16 bit/48 kHz on the second USB audio device.6Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-ca/articles/23905995438231-Specification-Logitech-G-A50Read 14 October 2026Headphone type: wireless gaming headset, up to 24bit 48kHz sampling.7Owner's manuallogitech.com/assets/70203/3/a50_wireless_headset_web_qsg_amr.pdfRead 14 October 2026PC USB audio: A50 Game playback 24bit / 48kHz.
DAC
Not available
Personalised sound
Not available
Onboard EQ
Yes8Press releases24.q4cdn.com/131595232/files/doc_news/2024/09/Logi-Play-A50X-PRESS-RELEASE-Final-1.pdfRead 14 October 2026EQ presets and the fully parametric EQ stay with the headset when switching between systems, thanks to onboard 7-core DSP processing.
Custom EQ bands
1014Retailer pagejbhifi.co.nz/products/logitech-g-astro-a50-gen-5-lightspeed-wireless-gaming-headset-base-station-blackRead 14 October 2026Description: fine-tune your gaming audio experience with 10-band parametric EQ, mic settings, noise-gate, stream output mixing and more.
EQ presets
Not available
Volume limit
Not available

Spatial audio

Spatial audio support
Dolby Atmos, Windows Sonic1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026Compatibility: Dolby Atmos + Windows Sonic Spatial Audio Compatible. Internet access is required for the Dolby Atmos feature on Xbox and Windows.
Spatial audio licence included
Yes7Owner's manuallogitech.com/assets/70203/3/a50_wireless_headset_web_qsg_amr.pdfRead 14 October 2026Your A50 also features Dolby Atmos with the included lifetime license. The license is hardware bound to the A50 and needs a USB connection and base station power.
Head tracking
Not available

Noise cancelling

Active noise cancelling
No10Reviewtechradar.com/gaming/gaming-accessories/logitech-astro-a50-gen-5-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review: there is no Active Noise Cancellation (ANC).
ANC type
Not available
ANC microphones
Not available
Adaptive ANC
Not available
ANC levels
Not available
ANC attenuation (claimed)
Not available
Transparency mode
Not available
Adjustable transparency
Not available
Conversation detection
Not available
Wind noise reduction
Not available

Measured

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Frequency response notes
Not available
Bass amount
Not available
Treble amount
Not available
Deviation from target
Not available
Consistency between fittings
Not available
Harmonic distortion
Not available
Sound leakage
Not available
Measured noise isolation
Not available
Noise isolation (measured, best)
Not available
Passive isolation (measured)
Not available
Mic quality notes
Not available
Mic low-frequency extension
Not available
Mic high-frequency extension
Not available
Mic speech-to-noise ratio
Not available
Measured latency
Not available
Bluetooth latency (measured, worst)
Not available
2.4 GHz latency (measured, worst)
Not available
Measured battery life
Not available
Battery life (measured, max)
Not available
Clamping force
Not available
Weight (measured)
Not available

Microphone

Microphone
Fixed boom6Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-ca/articles/23905995438231-Specification-Logitech-G-A50Read 14 October 2026Microphone: Flip-To-Mute Boom Mic. Multitronic and Windows Central state no detachable microphone.7Owner's manuallogitech.com/assets/70203/3/a50_wireless_headset_web_qsg_amr.pdfRead 14 October 2026Adjustable boom microphone that mutes when flipped away. It is part of the headset.11Reviewwindowscentral.com/accessories/headphones-headsets/astro-a50-gen-5-reviewRead 14 October 2026The headset has no detachable microphone and comes with flip-to-mute as standard.17Retailer pagemultitronic.fi/en/products/4583779/logitech-astro-a50-gen-5-wireless-gaming-headset-with-base-station--blackRead 14 October 2026Spec table: Detachable microphone No, Microphone type Boom.
Microphone element
Not available
Microphone pickup pattern
Omnidirectional1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026Microphone Pickup Pattern: Omnidirectional.
Voice microphones
117Retailer pagemultitronic.fi/en/products/4583779/logitech-astro-a50-gen-5-wireless-gaming-headset-with-base-station--blackRead 14 October 2026Spec table: Number of microphones 1. Microphone type Boom, omnidirectional.
Total microphones
Not available
Mic frequency response
Min60 HzMax20 kHz1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026Microphone Frequency response 60-20,000 Hz.
Mic sensitivity
Not available
Mic signal-to-noise
Not available
Mic sample rate
48kHz1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026Microphone sampling rate: up to 16 bit/48 kHz.6Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-ca/articles/23905995438231-Specification-Logitech-G-A50Read 14 October 2026Flip-To-Mute Boom Mic, up to 16bit 48kHz sampling. The guide lists the USB microphone at 16 bit / 48 kHz mono.7Owner's manuallogitech.com/assets/70203/3/a50_wireless_headset_web_qsg_amr.pdfRead 14 October 2026PC USB audio: headset microphone mono 16bit / 48kHz.
Mic noise reduction
DSP8Press releases24.q4cdn.com/131595232/files/doc_news/2024/09/Logi-Play-A50X-PRESS-RELEASE-Final-1.pdfRead 14 October 2026With extended microphone resolution, users can manage their environment with noise reduction. Windows Central also names a noise gate.11Reviewwindowscentral.com/accessories/headphones-headsets/astro-a50-gen-5-reviewRead 14 October 2026G HUB lets you fine-tune the noise gate.
Flip to mute
Yes6Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-ca/articles/23905995438231-Specification-Logitech-G-A50Read 14 October 2026Microphone: Flip-To-Mute Boom Mic.7Owner's manuallogitech.com/assets/70203/3/a50_wireless_headset_web_qsg_amr.pdfRead 14 October 2026The boom mic mutes at the headset level when rotated fully upright.
Mute button
Not available
Mute indicator
Not available
Sidetone
Yes1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026Set up stream output audio mixing, bring in some sidetone in G HUB.8Press releases24.q4cdn.com/131595232/files/doc_news/2024/09/Logi-Play-A50X-PRESS-RELEASE-Final-1.pdfRead 14 October 2026Users can adjust sidetone levels.11Reviewwindowscentral.com/accessories/headphones-headsets/astro-a50-gen-5-reviewRead 14 October 2026G HUB lets you fine-tune the side-tone mic monitoring and noise gate.
Adjustable sidetone
Yes8Press releases24.q4cdn.com/131595232/files/doc_news/2024/09/Logi-Play-A50X-PRESS-RELEASE-Final-1.pdfRead 14 October 2026Users can adjust sidetone levels.
Foam microphone windscreen
Not available

Connectivity

Audio connections
2.4 GHz, Bluetooth1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026LIGHTSPEED wireless and Bluetooth. Mobile device via Bluetooth.6Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-ca/articles/23905995438231-Specification-Logitech-G-A50Read 14 October 2026LIGHTSPEED wireless and Bluetooth Protocol listed.
Analog source plugs
Not available
Cable connector on headset
Not available
Longest included cable
Not available
Headset USB plug or port
USB-C6Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-ca/articles/23905995438231-Specification-Logitech-G-A50Read 14 October 2026USB Ports (Built-in): 1 x USB-C charging port on the headset.
Audio over USB-C cable
No6Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-ca/articles/23905995438231-Specification-Logitech-G-A50Read 14 October 2026Connection Type: LIGHTSPEED wireless connection. Headset USB-C port used for wired charging only.
Passive wired listening
No6Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-ca/articles/23905995438231-Specification-Logitech-G-A50Read 14 October 2026Connection Type: LIGHTSPEED wireless connection only. No analog connection.
Wireless receiver
Included6Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-ca/articles/23905995438231-Specification-Logitech-G-A50Read 14 October 2026Base station with LIGHTSPEED and Bluetooth is in the box. It acts as the wireless transmitter.
Wireless receiver connector
USB-C6Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-ca/articles/23905995438231-Specification-Logitech-G-A50Read 14 October 2026Inputs and Outputs: 3 x USB-C device inputs, 1 x USB-C power input.
Wireless range (claimed)
15m6Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-ca/articles/23905995438231-Specification-Logitech-G-A50Read 14 October 2026Wireless Range: 15 meters for headset and base station. The US product page says up to 12 meters via LIGHTSPEED and channel data says 39 ft. The support specification article is stored.
Bluetooth
5.06Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-ca/articles/23905995438231-Specification-Logitech-G-A50Read 14 October 2026Bluetooth Protocol: Bluetooth 5.0 + LE, for headset and base. Logitech channel data also says 5.0. TechRadar and JB Hi-Fi say 5.2.
Bluetooth codecs
Not available
LE Audio
Not available
Auracast
Not available
Bluetooth multipoint
Not available
Multipoint devices
Not available
Paired devices remembered
Not available
Mixes 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth audio
Yes7Owner's manuallogitech.com/assets/70203/3/a50_wireless_headset_web_qsg_amr.pdfRead 14 October 2026The Base Station has a Bluetooth receiver for a second device, for music and calls, played together with the game audio. The headset must be in range of the base station.11Reviewwindowscentral.com/accessories/headphones-headsets/astro-a50-gen-5-reviewRead 14 October 2026You can feed a second sound source over Bluetooth into the audio mix. Signal isolation between Bluetooth and 2.4 GHz was exceptionally good.12Reviewgamingtrend.com/reviews/astro-a50-gen-5-wireless-headset-review-amongst-the-starsRead 14 October 2026Bluetooth is simultaneous, so you can answer a call or listen to music from your phone while gaming. The dock has to be on.14Retailer pagejbhifi.co.nz/products/logitech-g-astro-a50-gen-5-lightspeed-wireless-gaming-headset-base-station-blackRead 14 October 2026Bluetooth Dual-Device Mixing: connect to your mobile device and mix your Discord comms or music into your game audio.
Fast pairing
Not available
Base station
Base station with magnetic charging dock, 3 USB-C device inputs and 1 USB-C power input6Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-ca/articles/23905995438231-Specification-Logitech-G-A50Read 14 October 2026Inputs and Outputs: 3 x USB-C device inputs, 1 x USB-C power input. Magnetic charging dock from the product page and Insider Gaming.

Latency

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Low latency mode
Not available
Claimed latency
Not available

Compatibility

Compatible platforms
Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PS5, PS4, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, Windows, macOS, Android, iOS1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026Requirements: Xbox Series X|S or Xbox One, PlayStation 4 or 5, Windows 10/11, Nintendo Switch/Switch 2 and a USB port, macOS 13 and above, mobile device via Bluetooth. The guide covers the Switch in docked mode only.
Connection per platform
PlatformConnection
Xbox Series X|S2.4 GHz
Xbox One2.4 GHz
PS52.4 GHz
PS42.4 GHz
Nintendo Switch2.4 GHz
Windows2.4 GHz
macOS2.4 GHz
AndroidBluetooth
iOSBluetooth
Source1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026Each console or PC connects to the base station over USB, and the headset plays through LIGHTSPEED. Mobile devices use Bluetooth. Nintendo Switch 2 has no row because the guide only describes the Switch dock.7Owner's manuallogitech.com/assets/70203/3/a50_wireless_headset_web_qsg_amr.pdfRead 14 October 2026Xbox, PlayStation, Switch dock and PC each connect to a base station port over USB. On PC and Mac the MixAmp controls work. Bluetooth pairs a phone to the base station.
Official licence
Not available

Battery and charging

Battery capacity
Not available
Swappable battery
Not available
Batteries included
Not available
Claimed battery life
ConnectionHours (h)
2.4 GHz24
Source1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026Play time: 24-hours playtime @ 78 dB. Battery life varies with use conditions. The connection is the LIGHTSPEED link through the base station.
Battery life (claimed, max)
24h
Battery life with ANC (claimed)
Not available
Battery life without ANC (claimed)
Not available
Charging port
USB-C1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026Charging port: USB-C. Charging type: Charging Dock or USB-C wired charging port.
Full charge time
180min6Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-ca/articles/23905995438231-Specification-Logitech-G-A50Read 14 October 2026Battery Charge Speed, empty to full: Approx. 3 hrs. Channel data also says 3 hours.
Quick charge time
Not available
Quick charge playback
Not available
Use while charging
Yes7Owner's manuallogitech.com/assets/70203/3/a50_wireless_headset_web_qsg_amr.pdfRead 14 October 2026The headset USB-C port on the right ear allows wired charging during use or quick top offs.
Charging dock or stand
Included6Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-ca/articles/23905995438231-Specification-Logitech-G-A50Read 14 October 2026Base station dock charges the headset. Charging type: Charging Dock or USB-C wired charging port.7Owner's manuallogitech.com/assets/70203/3/a50_wireless_headset_web_qsg_amr.pdfRead 14 October 2026The headset is designed to be docked and charged on the base station.

Controls

Controls
Buttons, Volume wheel, Slider7Owner's manuallogitech.com/assets/70203/3/a50_wireless_headset_web_qsg_amr.pdfRead 14 October 2026Headset: power switch with LED, PLAYSYNC button, Bluetooth button, two MixAmp paddle switches, volume control wheel.12Reviewgamingtrend.com/reviews/astro-a50-gen-5-wireless-headset-review-amongst-the-starsRead 14 October 2026Right ear cup: power button as a slider, switcher button, Bluetooth button, a volume scroller and a game/chat mixer button.
Volume control
Wheel6Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-ca/articles/23905995438231-Specification-Logitech-G-A50Read 14 October 2026Earcup Audio Controls: Volume. The guide calls it a control wheel.7Owner's manuallogitech.com/assets/70203/3/a50_wireless_headset_web_qsg_amr.pdfRead 14 October 2026Volume is adjusted using the control wheel.12Reviewgamingtrend.com/reviews/astro-a50-gen-5-wireless-headset-review-amongst-the-starsRead 14 October 2026A volume scroller at the back bottom corner of the right ear cup.
Game and chat mix
Buttons6Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-ca/articles/23905995438231-Specification-Logitech-G-A50Read 14 October 2026Earcup Audio Controls: Volume, Game/Voice Balance. The guide says two paddle switches on the right ear. Not available on PlayStation or Switch.7Owner's manuallogitech.com/assets/70203/3/a50_wireless_headset_web_qsg_amr.pdfRead 14 October 2026MixAmp Game/Voice balancer on two paddle switches on the right ear. Not available on PlayStation, Switch or Bluetooth.10Reviewtechradar.com/gaming/gaming-accessories/logitech-astro-a50-gen-5-reviewRead 14 October 2026There is chat and audio mixing on the headset itself.12Reviewgamingtrend.com/reviews/astro-a50-gen-5-wireless-headset-review-amongst-the-starsRead 14 October 2026A game/chat mixer button on the outside of the right ear cup.
Remappable controls
Not available
Wear detection
Not available
Voice assistant
Not available

Comfort and build

Headband type
Padded12Reviewgamingtrend.com/reviews/astro-a50-gen-5-wireless-headset-review-amongst-the-starsRead 14 October 2026Cloth ear muffs and a little cushion built into the headband.
Headband material
Not available
Frame material
Plastic with metal sliders11Reviewwindowscentral.com/accessories/headphones-headsets/astro-a50-gen-5-reviewRead 14 October 2026Plastic shells with runners on an aluminum tube. A metal frame is not claimed. Insider Gaming and GamingTrend also describe metal poles.12Reviewgamingtrend.com/reviews/astro-a50-gen-5-wireless-headset-review-amongst-the-starsRead 14 October 2026Clean metal poles the ear cups attach to, with white plastic.
Ear cup material
Plastic11Reviewwindowscentral.com/accessories/headphones-headsets/astro-a50-gen-5-reviewRead 14 October 2026Uses the same plastic shells the company has used for a while.
Ear pad material
Memory foam with fabric cover8Press releases24.q4cdn.com/131595232/files/doc_news/2024/09/Logi-Play-A50X-PRESS-RELEASE-Final-1.pdfRead 14 October 2026Premium materials and memory foam ear cushions. Reviewers describe cloth ear cups.12Reviewgamingtrend.com/reviews/astro-a50-gen-5-wireless-headset-review-amongst-the-starsRead 14 October 2026Cloth ear muffs over the cushions.
Replaceable ear pads
Yes7Owner's manuallogitech.com/assets/70203/3/a50_wireless_headset_web_qsg_amr.pdfRead 14 October 2026Magnetic Ear Cushions. TechRadar says they can be taken off and swapped, and Logitech sells a leatherette conversion kit.10Reviewtechradar.com/gaming/gaming-accessories/logitech-astro-a50-gen-5-reviewRead 14 October 2026Magnetic cushions can be taken off and swapped. Logitech sells a leatherette conversion kit.
Ear pad attachment
Magnetic7Owner's manuallogitech.com/assets/70203/3/a50_wireless_headset_web_qsg_amr.pdfRead 14 October 2026Product overview item 2 names Magnetic Ear Cushions. TechRadar says the magnetic cushions can be taken off and swapped.10Reviewtechradar.com/gaming/gaming-accessories/logitech-astro-a50-gen-5-reviewRead 14 October 2026Black or white, with magnetic cushions that can be taken off and swapped.
Ear pad opening
Not available
Ear tips included
Not available
Dust and water rating
Not available
User-replaceable parts
Ear cushions7Owner's manuallogitech.com/assets/70203/3/a50_wireless_headset_web_qsg_amr.pdfRead 14 October 2026Magnetic ear cushions.10Reviewtechradar.com/gaming/gaming-accessories/logitech-astro-a50-gen-5-reviewRead 14 October 2026Ear cushions are swappable.

Software

Companion app
Logitech G HUB and Logitech G Mobile1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026Logitech G HUB on PC and the Logitech G App on iOS/Android.8Press releases24.q4cdn.com/131595232/files/doc_news/2024/09/Logi-Play-A50X-PRESS-RELEASE-Final-1.pdfRead 14 October 2026G HUB on PC and the Logitech G App on iOS/Android.
App platforms
Windows, Android, iOS1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026Logitech G HUB on PC and the Logitech G App on iOS/Android.
User firmware updates
Not available

Dimensions and weight

Headset weight
375g(13.2 oz)6Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-ca/articles/23905995438231-Specification-Logitech-G-A50Read 14 October 2026Product Dimensions table: A50 Wireless Gaming Headset 375g, base station 305g. TechRadar, Windows Central, Insider Gaming, JB Hi-Fi and channel data print 363 g (12.8 oz).
Headset dimensions
Not available

Certifications

Hi-Res Audio
Not available
Communication certifications
Not available
FCC ID
Not available
Other certifications
EN 50332 sound pressure level compliance6Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-ca/articles/23905995438231-Specification-Logitech-G-A50Read 14 October 2026Maximum SPL: compliant with EN50332.

In the box

In the box
A50 Wireless Headset, A50 USB Base Station, USB-C to USB-A cable, USB-C to USB-C cable, USB-C power adapter and plug heads, Dolby Atmos card, User document1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026Package contents: A50 Wireless Headset, A50 Base Station, USB-A to USB-C cable, USB-C to USB-C cable, AC adapter + socket plug heads, Dolby Atmos activation card.7Owner's manuallogitech.com/assets/70203/3/a50_wireless_headset_web_qsg_amr.pdfRead 14 October 2026Headset, USB base station, 1x USB-C to USB-A cable, 1x USB-C to USB-C cable, 1x USB-C power adapter and plug head, Dolby Atmos card, QR code link, user document.
Cables included
TypeCount
USB-C to USB-A cable1
USB-C to USB-C cable1
Source1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026Package contents: USB-A to USB-C cable and USB-C to USB-C cable. Lengths are not stated.7Owner's manuallogitech.com/assets/70203/3/a50_wireless_headset_web_qsg_amr.pdfRead 14 October 20261x USB-C to USB-A cable and 1x USB-C to USB-C cable.
Carrying case
None7Owner's manuallogitech.com/assets/70203/3/a50_wireless_headset_web_qsg_amr.pdfRead 14 October 2026What's in the box lists no case or pouch.

Warranty

Manufacturer warranty (source market)
2years1Maker product pagelogitechg.com/en-us/products/gaming-audio/a50-gen-5.htmlRead 14 October 2026Specs: 2-Year Limited Hardware Warranty.

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Model numberGTINMarketsColours
939-002217097855199621US, CABlack
939-002229097855199645US, CAWhite
939-002224Not availableGB, DEBlack
939-002230Not availableGB, DEWhite
939-002225Not availableAUBlack
939-002231Not availableAUWhite

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