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Hardware Review: Astro A50 X Lightspeed – The Ultimate Gaming Headset, But Not Suited to All
The Astro A50 X Lightspeed is a premium wireless gaming headset whose base station connects to a PS5, PC and Xbox, and switches between them at the press of a button. Its HDMI passthrough supports gaming up to 4K at 120Hz, while simultaneous Bluetooth and wireless HDMI audio add flexibility; the review finds the source switching especially useful for people who regularly move between devices.
The headset costs £309.99 in the UK and comes with a charging station, but setup requires several cables and HDMI leads are not included. The reviewer describes it as light, comfortable and easy to adjust, though its fabric earcups can become warm during long sessions or in a hot room. The supplied article text cuts off before the full sound assessment, so it does not establish whether the audio quality justifies the price.
In short
- A £309.99 headset switches between PS5, PC and Xbox.
- HDMI passthrough supports 4K gaming at 120Hz.
- Setup is cable-heavy, and the fabric earcups can feel warm.
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The case for
For gamers who regularly switch between a PS5, Xbox and PC, the base station’s one-button source switching, 4K/120Hz passthrough and combined wireless and Bluetooth audio could make a single headset unusually convenient. Its comfort and included charging station may also support frequent use, making the premium price worthwhile for someone who values an integrated setup.
The case against
At £309.99, the headset is a substantial purchase, and its benefits may matter little to someone who mainly uses one device or can switch audio easily by other means. Setup involves several cables, HDMI leads must be bought separately, and the earcups may feel warm during long sessions; with the supplied review text incomplete on sound quality, there is not enough here to show that its audio merits justify the cost.