Testseek.com have collected 91 expert reviews of the Astro Gaming A50 Gen1 and the average rating is 83%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Astro Gaming A50 Gen1.
November 2016
(83%)
91 Reviews
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The editors liked
Excellent sound fidelity and mixing
Soft
Comfy ear cups
Out of the box
Connects to anything with an optical port
Excellent sound reproduction. Simple set-up. Well made and comfortable. Rechargeable. No external power bricks
Great sound
Comfortable
Comes with optical port
The editors didn't like
Variable battery performance
Lack of separate channels for talk and game sound
Useful cables and adapters sold separately
Stand is strangely cheap feeling. An expensive investment
Solid audio, Easy to set up, Excellent signal strength, Comfortable and hardwearing
Microphone quality could be better, Limited versatility, considering the price point
The Astro A50 headset is a top-tier wireless headset that boasts incredible comfort, crisp audio, and robust quality. If you're in the market to create a tidy playspace and untether yourself from the perils of cables, you won't be disappointed with this p...
Made for a pure gaming experience. If that's all you're looking for, you can't go wrong
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Published: 2016-11-22, Author: Will , review by: pcmag.com
Excellent sound quality, Very comfortable, Convenient charging cradle
Expensive, Bundle/cradle only works with either PlayStation 4 or Xbox One, No wired option for mobile devices
The Astro Gaming A50 Wireless Headset + Base Station sounds, looks, and feels fantastic, but carries a high price tag to match its premium features and build...
Published: 2016-11-08, Author: Michael , review by: tomsguide.com
Rich surround sound, Extremely lightweight and cozy, Modular components, Useful base station, Strong battery life
So-so microphone, Companion app can be overwhelming
The Astro A50 retains the excellent sound and top-tier comfort that made previous models great while addressing some of the biggest quirks that used to hold the headset back. Wireless chat is no longer a problem on Xbox One, and although the companion app...
Abstract: The Astro A50 wireless Xbox One headset can change the way you play with impressive 7.1 channel sound that helps you figure out where your opponent is, and multiple settings to best handle first person shooters and expansive single player games.With amazi...
Rich, detailed surround sound, Comfortable and lightweight design, Reliable wireless performance, Long battery life
No controller-based chat controls, Lacks detailed equalizer
The Astro A50 delivers excellent comfort and rich wireless surround sound for serious gamers. While many gamers prefer wired headsets that avoid issues like low battery life and interference, the Astro A50 ( $299 on Amazon ) proves that a good...
Loud, clear microphone, Phenomenal audio, right out of the box, Decent Bluetooth audio implementation, Easy to pair to a number of devices, Looks fancy, Microphone is much improved over last year, Lightweight, sleek look, Solid sound profile, Gorgeous min
Exorbitant price—you could get audiophilegrade headphones for this, Velvety earcups get sweaty, pick up lint, Bluetooth audio still isn't great, Mediocre microphone, Finicky connection when on the move, Lack of volume, Looser fit results in more shifting,
The Astro A50 packs phenomenal sound and wireless convenience, if you're willing to throw down $300....
Abstract: I love the Astro A50there, I said it. Astro is a brand that really cares about the needs of gamers when it comes to audio, and that's very evident in their products. Simply put, the A50 is the whole package, especially for those looking for a great soluti...
Excellent audio quality, Strong wireless performance, Compatible with many consoles and computers, Comfortable
Some reliability problems, Poor customer support
The Astro Gaming A50 wireless gaming headset delivers great audio quality for both in-game sounds and voice transmissions. It's very comfortable to wear. Reliability could be better, some say, as could be customer service.PerformanceGreat all-around perfo...
