It’s gaming headset review time, so settle on in as we explore this installment’s headset: the Logitech G935. These headphones offer some high-quality sound, good versatility and easy setup, but they aren’t perfect.
Arguably the most important aspect of any headset is the audio quality. It is here that the G935 truly excels. The headset sounds amazing when listening to games, movies and podcasts alike. The audio sounds incredibly clean too, meaning there aren’t any effects to deepen the bass or rattle your head around. While explosions might not have that visceral punch you get with other headset options, everything else sounds much better.
This is thanks to the new 50mm drivers found in the G935. These are an upgrade over Logitech’s 40mm drivers, and offer cleaner bass sounds without distortion. While the G935 may look very similar to other Logitech headsets, the innards have been reworked to take better advantage of the new 50mm drivers as well.
Aside from audio reasons, the G935 has other clever design decisions. It’s always smart to find a storage spot for the wireless dongle needed on PC built in, and the G935 tucks it right into an ear cup. Simply pull the plate off, pop the dongle into a USB slot, and you have wireless audio. The microphone arm also folds right into the headset with a satisfying click, so you always know when you are muted or not. The microphone arm can also extend out and be repositioned if you want to. It’s all a smart design and feels nice in your hands.
Battery life with the headset is fine. Logitech reports the headset lasts around eight to 12 hours on a single charge, and I never experienced issues with my batteries running low. If the batteries do run out, players can always switch to the included 3.5mm headphone jack, or if you are playing on PC, have them charge while in use.
A big plus for me is the G935’s versatility. The worst thing about gaming headsets is when they are made for one specific console only. The G935 can work wirelessly with a PC thanks to a dongle, but the 3.5mm jack means you can use it wired with anything else, including PS4, Xbox One and Switch. The headset also offers customization with both the RGB lighting and programmable “G-keys.” These keys can be set to do many different tasks when the G935 is connected to a PC, such as in-game macros.
Unfortunately, the G935 isn’t a perfect headset. My friend said my chat audio had an odd flam effect, or something like a really short echo. The effect disappeared when I switched to a different headset. The G935 can also be a bit uncomfortable. The ear cups squeezed a little tightly on my head, and prolonged use left the top of my head feeling a little sore. This may have been made worse because I wear glasses, but keep that in mind if considering the G935.
For $169, this is a lot of headset for not that much money. Audio quality is top notch, the headset is versatile, easy to use and has great build quality. I do think the headset clamps down on my head a little too tightly for my long-term comfort, but every head is shaped differently.
So what do you think? Are you interested in getting a new gaming headset? Will you consider the Logitech G935? Let us know your thoughts in the comments section below.
