The useful part of the A20 X stays on the desk. Plug two gaming systems into the base and a push of a button changes which one reaches your ears. That removes a familiar nuisance from swapping a PC and console around the same screen.
In depth
Logitech G ASTRO A20 X review
Published
Best forPlayers who share one display between two gaming systems and want one headset.
At a glance
- Noise cancellation
- Not supported
- Weight
- Approx. 290 g
- Battery life
- Up to 90 h (no ANC hardware)
- Connections
- BluetoothLIGHTSPEED USB baseUSB wired audio
Pros
- Two attached systems can share the wireless base.
- USB audio provides a wired option.
- Switching off the lights markedly extends the rated playback time.
Cons
- Phone and game audio cannot be mixed together.
- The detachable boom is needed for voice input.
Connectivity
- Two-system USB base
- LIGHTSPEED
- Bluetooth
Leave two systems connected to the base and switch the audio source on the headset. SoundGuys confirmed that the phone connection is a switch rather than a simultaneous mix. A console game and a phone Discord chat cannot both play through this setup at once. USB wired audio is available directly to the headset. 1
Microphone & Fit
- Detachable boom
- Fabric ear cushions
The removable boom is the voice input; take it off for music, but put it back before joining a call. SoundGuys’ reviewer found the fabric pads got warm during use. Fit and temperature are personal, so try a longer session if you’re drawn to it for all-day desk use. 1
Battery & Controls
- 40 hours with default lighting
- 90 hours with lighting off
Lights make a real difference to the manufacturer’s estimate. If the headset lives on a hook beside a workstation, turn the lighting off before judging how often the charger needs to come out. Switching sources is then the control you’re likely to reach for most.
Alternatives
With one console and no near-term plan for a second system, a conventional wireless headset with a single USB dongle is simpler. If a phone voice channel is central to your multiplayer sessions, look specifically for a headset that mixes Bluetooth with game audio rather than one that merely pairs with both.
Verdict
The A20 X is at its best on a shared gaming desk. Count how often you would press the system-switch button, and whether you ever need both sources at the same time. That answers the buying question better than the lighting or the microphone size.
About this review
This is a research-based review. The Fasit has not physically tested this product.
Sources & Research
1 reference
Independent sources cited in this article.
- SoundGuysLogitech A20 X review (opens in a new tab)https://www.soundguys.com/logitech-a20-x-review-146985/
Mode switching rather than audio mixing, USB wired audio, mic connection and experience with warm fabric pads.