Logitech G Pro X 2 LightSpeed review: a champion among gaming headsets
The update to Logitech's best-performing wireless gaming headset, the Logitech Pro GX 2 LightSpeed, brings good things in almost every way that matters, from sound precision to all-day comfort and excellent battery life. It is slightly more expensive than before, at €259, which is not cheap. However, if the feature set is a little restricted compared to other headsets in the same price range, certain compromises are very wise given the target audience, namely serious gamers.
Its popular predecessor is still available if you want something a little cheaper.
One of the biggest and most innovative changes from the G Pro X is the speaker construction. Logitech replaced the diaphragm material – Mylar – with Ora's GrapheneQ , a stiffer membrane. Graphene is a sheet of carbon atoms linked into hexagons, and provides a stiffer suspension mechanism. This combination theoretically allows for more precise vibration control. Since vibrations create sound waves, greater precision theoretically means greater accuracy and less distortion.
Although it is possible that the power of suggestion influences our experience, we think we heard a different and sharper attack (in the sense that the volume quickly reaches its maximum) than that of other headphones. This seems to provide additional clarity for noises, which is really the point of this headset.
But it also seemed like the decay was longer, again, not in the zombie sense, but in the sense that the sounds persisted longer than usual. This feature is particularly effective for horror scenes and makes the sound space appear larger (at least it feels that way, as persistence can help convey a sense of distance ).
Logitech claims it also offers a larger soundstage (the size of the audio bubble around you), and in that regard it didn't feel much bigger than any other headset with 50mm drivers and a decent build. However, the sound is very good, and we didn't hear any distortion, neither in the bass nor in the treble.
The Logitech G Pro Instead, you control it through Logitech's G Hub software. The best part of these controls is the ability to adjust the volume of each of the 7.1 channels separately, making noises sound closer or further away. Overall, the directivity is quite effective, although we would have liked to be able to adjust the HRTF for location, as well as the volume in order to distinguish the position of sounds coming from the rear (as with everything related to sound ).
The microphone hasn't changed, but you can make adjustments and process the audio with Logitech's Blue Voice feature, built into G Hub. It only has a three-band EQ, but you can create your own ranges for the bands, which is nice. On the other hand, the noise reduction is not exceptional. It manages to completely block out noise, except when you speak. In this case, it doesn't seem to be able to filter out noises while retaining voice, or it just isn't trying. The sound of the microphone is however very good, clean and precise, exactly what is needed for communication.
Although it's not possible to switch between headphone profiles in hardware, it remembers the last settings enabled in software, including surround.
Helmet design
The Pro X 2 is also lighter than before, with rotating earcups, better battery life and Bluetooth 5.3. At 345g, the headset is not as light as a feather. However, thanks to its ear cushions and rotating ear cups very similar to those of the HyperX, it is just as comfortable to wear throughout the day. And speaking of all day, the battery life is one of the best we've encountered. After at least 24 hours of use, it still hasn't dropped below 75%.
Weight and battery life require some compromises. For example, the headset does not support two simultaneous connections. You have to switch between devices via an on-ear button. This isn't unusual, at least in the lower price ranges, and it's a similar approach to that taken by Razer with its competing BlackShark line. But we still miss at least hearing the notifications and reminders on our phone. And we prefer Turtle Beach's method for its (much more expensive) wireless Stealth Pro , with the ability to turn off notifications while gaming.
The headset connects to the receiver almost instantly. However, it doesn't try to automatically reconnect to Bluetooth unless it was the active connection when you turned off the device, which is a benefit of toggle-only Bluetooth. There's no built-in mic for calls, but that's common in this headset category.
Switching between connections is also quick. Logitech rates the wireless range at 30 meters. Through some fairly thick walls, we got about 30 feet before the signal started to degrade, although it never completely disconnected.
Included in the box is a set of fabric-covered earpads if the leatherette makes your ears sweaty. Faux leather isn't very insulating, so you don't lose much by replacing it.
There's also a basic analog input via a 3.5mm jack. However, there is no splitter in the box. You can also mix another audio source via a 3.5mm jack on the dongle. It is possible to charge the headphones while in use, but you cannot listen via the USB connection.
Conclusion: our opinion on the Logitech G Pro X 2 headset
The only criticism that can be made with regard to the design of the Logitech G Pro X 2 LIGHTSPEED is the absence of tones or voice indications. All connection and battery indicators are LEDs on the left earcup. As we tend to put the headset on before turning it on, and that's when we see that the battery is low (the LED lights up red for 5 seconds when it's not on). is more than 10%), it's boring. That said, this shortcoming is compensated for by exceptional battery life.
There are very few things we don't like about this headset. We don't even have many comments. Everything about the Logitech G Pro X 2 seems to focus on comfort, reliability (physical and audio), and battery life.
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