Testseek.co.uk 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
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(86%)
5158 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
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The editors liked
Class-leading sound quality
Flawless wireless signal
Stylish design
Dolby processing
Powerful and clear sound
Exceptional build quality
Comfortable
Rechargeable
Excellent sound fidelity and mixing
Soft
Comfy ear cups
Out of the box
Connects to anything with an optical port
Dolby Digital 7.1
5GHz wireless frequency
30ft range
15-hour battery life
PS VR compatible
Excellent sound quality
Long charge
Charging base/stand
Clear mic
Superb build quality
Ultra high sound quality
Excellent voice capabilities
Upgradable firmware
Multiplatform compatibility
The editors didn't like
Expensive
“Astro
Have
Already proven they can make some of the best headsets money can buy
For
a range of gaming formats
Now they’ve decimated the competition once again with their latest headset for the Xbox One. It’s expensive
But you certainly
Variable battery performance
Lack of separate channels for talk and game sound
Useful cables and adapters sold separately
Premium price tag for this premium headset
Colours might not be for everyone
Collects dust and fingerprints easily
A serious investment
Kitguru says
A very impressive headset with excellent features and a price tag to match
Published: 2019-09-24, Author: Ron , review by: gamingtrend.com
Excellent sound quality, at all levels, Very comfortable for extended periods, Wireless mic is flexible and picks up well, Powerful equalizer software provides granular control, Many quality of life improvements
Battery life is erratic, Headset is a little heavy, Pricey, with a lot of side “options”, Short warranty
Version 4 of the Astro A50 delivers many improvements over its predecessors, with improved audio, comfort, and control. While cross-compatibility is still a challenge, and the price is still steep, the quality is finally where you'd expect from an industr...
We were ready to present our readers with an Astro Gaming A50 review that had a big gold [H] award placed on the page right below these sentences. Given the power-on bug we encountered last week, there is just simply no way we can give it an award. The pe...
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Published: 2016-12-14, Author: Jeff , review by: venturebeat.com
$300 is a lot of money. At this point, that is the same price as a new Xbox One or PlayStation 4. But for those of you out there who want a wireless audio system where you never have to think about the battery life, you cannot do better than the A50. Astr...
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...
