Astro A20 X review — A solid Xbox / PC / PlayStation combo headset that might be ideal for you, with caveats

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We’re taking a look at a new headset for Xbox and PC. We’ll see if it’s good enough to be included in our guides to the best Xbox and PC gaming headsets, so keep reading for our full review.

The Astro A20 X is the latest version of Astro’s well-known A20 headset, released for 2025. Traditionally, the A20 has been a more affordable option compared to Astro’s higher-end A40 and A50 models. However, current economic challenges – like global tariffs and increased material costs – are impacting the market. Plus, more gamers are playing on multiple devices, creating a need for versatile accessories. This is all changing the landscape of gaming headsets.

The Astro A20 X is designed for today’s streamers and gamers, offering a stylish look for those who broadcast their gameplay, and an incredible 90-hour battery life for uninterrupted use. It’s also affordable and works with almost any gaming system – a truly versatile headset.

With so many headsets available, is this the right one for you? Let’s take a closer look and see.

Logitech provided us with an Astro A20 X headset for review. Logitech had no input into the review before it was published.

Astro A20 X review: Features, specs, and price

The Astro A20 X is a typical Xbox/PC headset for 2025, but it includes a few extra features that help it stand out.

This device includes a wireless transmitter and allows you to connect up to two USB-C cables at the same time. Each port has a switch so you can easily switch between signals from different devices – like using one connection for your PC and another for your Xbox, or connecting to both your Nintendo Switch 2 dock and your PS5.

The headset also includes Bluetooth 5.3, and a button lets you connect to even more devices – we’ll cover how it sounds in the audio section.

The Astro A20 X headset stands out for its long battery life, lasting around 90 hours on a single charge – comparable to other headsets in its price range. It also features customizable RGB lighting on the ears, which still allows for about 40 hours of playtime, and can be disabled to maximize battery life even further.

The A20 X comes with powerful software that lets you customize almost everything. You can easily sync the RGB lighting with Windows, or control it independently. The software also allows you to adjust the equalizer and fine-tune settings for the built-in Blue microphone.

The headset features a button to easily switch between its two USB-C connections, plus on-ear controls for chat and sound mixing, and sliders to adjust the overall volume.

The Astro A20 X costs about $180 in the US. But is it a good value for the money? Let’s take a closer look.

Astro A20 X review: Construction and comfort

The Astro A20 X is a reasonably priced headset for what you get, and it appears Astro made some trade-offs with the materials used to focus on making it easy to use and packed with features.

The headset feels a bit lightweight and mostly plastic, and the padding isn’t super high-quality – the fabric on mine didn’t quite line up perfectly with the cushions. However, it’s surprisingly comfortable to wear.

This headset is remarkably light, and though I worry about its durability, it’s very comfortable to wear. I don’t typically like earcups made of fabric, but they work well enough in this case. It’s obvious that some aspects of quality were traded off to include more features.

The headband is comfortable enough, and you adjust the fit by sliding the earcups. Even with a larger head, I found the adjustments provided plenty of room. The design includes a ‘floating’ headband which adds to the comfort, though I wasn’t a fan of the red accent color.

The Astro A20 X headset has bright RGB lights on the earcups, likely intended for gamers who stream or create content. Personally, I’d have preferred more subtle colors, as streamers often customize lighting to match their brand. The red accents might not always fit, but it’s a small issue. Most users probably won’t use the lights, or will turn them off, since they aren’t essential. They might be fun for kids, but they add extra cost without a significant benefit for most people.

This headset is generally well-made, though the extra lights might not be for everyone – and that’s perfectly fine! However, good looks don’t matter if the sound quality isn’t there. So, how does the Astro A20 X perform in terms of audio?

Astro A20 X review: Audio and mic quality

The Astro A20 X doesn’t quite match the performance of the higher-end A40 or A50 headsets, but it still delivers good sound quality for its price.

The Astro A20 X headset uses 40mm drivers that deliver sound across a typical range of frequencies – from 20Hz to 20kHz – and the audio quality is generally good. The bass is strong and smooth, and I found the headset particularly effective during the Call of Duty Black Ops 7 beta. It accurately reproduced sounds in the game, allowing me to easily determine the direction of footsteps and other clues about enemy positions, which gave me a real tactical advantage.

I noticed the sound wasn’t quite as immersive for cinematic experiences without some adjustments. While the headset lets you customize the equalizer and Logitech G Hub offers game-specific presets, it still felt a little short on detailed sound quality for things like movies and complex game audio.

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In Silent Hill F, the music and sound effects change dynamically as you encounter more enemies. As they get closer, distorted sounds and static are added to the audio. I noticed the A20 X headset had some trouble with this, producing harsh pops and crackling noises. This might be because the headset emphasizes high-frequency sounds, which is helpful for competitive gaming but not ideal here. It’s possible adjusting the equalizer settings could fix it, but be aware that it may take some effort to get the sound just right.

Generally, it’s pretty good, especially for the price. However, certain situations can really test its capabilities.

The microphone also performs well. While it’s not professional-quality for content creation, the Logitech G Hub software includes support for Blue microphones and offers different sound profiles. It’s perfectly suitable for simple game streaming and voice chat, delivering clear and crisp audio, as you can hear in the provided sample.

Astro A20 X review: Competition

The biggest drawback of the Astro A20 X is its price. At $179, it’s less expensive than many comparable headsets, but frequent sales mean it often costs about the same as the $199 Turtle Beach Stealth 700 (Gen 3). While the Stealth 700 is pricier, it offers similar features and even adds Bluetooth audio mixing.

From my analysis, the Stealth 700 feels noticeably larger and heavier than the Astro A20 X. This is primarily because it uses more metal in its construction and features a microphone that flips up to mute, unlike the A20 X’s detachable mic design.

When it comes to headsets in this price range, I think it really boils down to these two options. If you like a stylish look with customizable RGB lighting, the Astro A20 X is a good choice. However, I think the Stealth 700 (Gen 3) delivers slightly better sound quality, although it costs a bit more.

Astro A20 X review: Conclusion

I do have some minor concerns about how well this is made, but they’re probably not justified. I’m wondering if it will hold up over time since it’s made of plastic, but it should be pretty durable unless you really mistreat it.

These headphones are light and comfortable, perfect for extended use thanks to their long battery life. However, you’ll likely need to adjust the sound settings to get the best possible audio quality.

✅ You should buy this if:

  • You enjoy headsets with RGB.
  • You want something with multi-platform capabilities, moving beyond the bare basics without breaking the bank.
  • You need something with Bluetooth on top.

❌ You should avoid this if:

  • You don’t feel like you need RGB lights.
  • You play primarily cinematic games, instead of competitive shooters.

While this headset performs well, there are better options available if you mostly play story-driven games or listen to music. It’s not bad at those things, but other headsets excel. Hopefully, future software updates will fix some audio glitches I noticed in games like Silent Hill F.

For competitive first-person shooters, this headset really shines, and the microphone works great for team communication. It’s a versatile option that offers excellent value for the price, making it well worth checking out.

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