The Logitech G433 is a great new addition to the crowded headset marketplace. The fabric covering will be sure to appeal to many, and although the headset feels a little cheap, it’s light and airy in use. It also sounds fantastic in gaming scenarios, has a brilliant microphone, and does a decent job with music too – everything the Roccat Cross wanted to be. The Logitech G433 is slightly bass heavy, like many other gaming headsets. Compared to our ideal headphone response curve the sound profile of the Logitech G433 emphasizes both the bass frequencies broadly around 100 Hz, as well as some of the high end frequencies (particularly with that bump around 5-6kHz). These deviations from our ideal curve do firmly place the Logitech G433 inside of its price range, as these sound issues are fairly common at this price point. It’s not a bad sounding headset at all, it just has a few flaws. This means it’s not ideal for professional audio work, but sounds just fine for gaming. I tested it with a few rounds of Halo Infinite and found that it represented the chaos of guns, grenades, and twenty-sixth century fistfights quite nicely. Lows, mids, and highs The top of the headset is made from a scratchy plastic material, with the underside of the headband layered in a generous helping of cloth-covered foam. The entire top section can be extended to fit any size of head, and the ear cups rotate through 90 degrees for added flexibility. If you are looking for headset suitable for heavy in-game use (MMO raiding, for example) and listening to music on the go, give G433 a shot. The virtual surround improves the soundstage in games and I am pretty sure Mass Effect: Andromeda fans will appreciate it. The in-line microphone is also a great solution for in-game chat. I found it a bit challenging to get the headset recognized on my PC supporting Windows 10, but I am likely to believe the problem was on my end. Anyway, no need to babble about that.

The added flexibility of the in-line microphone will also prove useful to anyone who travels regularly – but, of course, the sound quality won’t be up to the same standard. If you’re playing from home, though, this really is an excellent choice for in-game chat. Should I buy the Logitech G433?The 7.1 surround sound adds a sense of depth when you play Prey or you want to locate the origins of the distant shots in PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds. However, if you are listening to stereo-only sources on the PC, you’d be better off if you disable it. Logitech G433 Headset Software The carrying case is a soft, zip-up pouch that comfortably holds the headset with the earcups folded flat. It also has room for both cables and the extra earpads, but unless you use some method to keep the cables neatly looped (we recommend hook-and-loop strips), you're inviting an annoying tangle every time you pull your headset out. Game Performance

I’ve been PCMag’s home entertainment expert for over 10 years, covering both TVs and everything you might want to connect to them. I’ve reviewed more than a thousand different consumer electronics products including headphones, speakers, TVs, and every major game system and VR headset of the last decade. I’m an ISF-certified TV calibrator and a THX-certified home theater professional, and I’m here to help you understand 4K, HDR, Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos, and even 8K (and to reassure you that you don’t need to worry about 8K at all for at least a few more years). Hydrophobic, stain-resistant fabric shell and comes with two sets of ear pads – sports mesh and microfiber Maximum audio performance with DTS Headphone: X 7.1 surround sound and Pro-G drivers for dynamic rangetitle=More%20Expert%20Tech%20Roundups&type=articles%2Cvideos&tags=tech-roundup&count=6&columnCount=6&theme=article The headset also offers virtual surround sound when using the USB DAC, which can be used to enhance the soundstage in games. It will never be able to match the likes of a dedicated home theatre, but it’s certainly worth experimenting with, since it can help games such as Mass Effect: Andromeda to ‘open up’. Logitech’s software is simple, intuitive, and lean. And of course it has the added benefit of controlling all your Logitech gaming gear. I would like to see the Automatic Gain Control toggle exposed here (more on that in a bit), but otherwise it’s hard to find anything to complain about. Performance You must have noticed that the majority of high-end models have some space to allow better airflow. The G433 headset has a similar port located right behind the headband.

The versatility of the G433 can be seen in the form of the detachable microphones and cables that come bundled with the headset. The optimal configuration for console gamers will be to use the boom microphone and 4-pole 3.5mm cable, while PC gamers can utilise the included USB DAC for 7.1 virtual surround sound. An additional cable includes an in-line microphone – useful for portable gaming on the daily commute. The G433 comes with two interchangeable headphone cables that plug into the bottom of the left earpiece. The PC cable is braided and has an in-line volume dial and mute button. It’s a quality cable that feels sturdy with a good volume/mute clip that feels like it will last a while. The mobile cable is smooth plastic and replaces the volume/mute clip with an in-line mic and command button (tap to pause/play, double-tap to skip forward). The in-line mic works well, but it’s frustrating that there’s no volume control as on most mobile headsets. The boom mic for use with the PC cable is detachable, and made of a pliable rubbery material that easily bends where you want it to go. Logitech also built-in a small, slim pop filter like the one on the G533 so the mic doesn’t have to be covered in a big foam ball.Logitech G headsets let you hear everything with greater precision. PRO-G features a unique hybrid mesh construction that delivers amazingly clear, precise sound imaging. Hear footsteps, gunshots, and environmental cues with breathtaking clarity, and get the competitive edge you need to win. Gaming audio is critical for playing at your best. Gaming headsets and speakers from Logitech G deliver immersive surround sound, crystal-clear mics for voice/chat communication, and customizable EQ to acoustically tune for the best sound.