Astro A50 gen 5 vs Nacon Rig R8 Pro HX Spectre - suspiciously similar headsets

Prawn here with a comparison between the Astro A50 gen 5 and the Nacon Rig R8 Pro HX Spectre. These are two very comparable headsets, in terms of features, connectivity, convenient charging, audio, mic capabilities and more. Here I'm showing you both headsets, talking about my experience with them and what I like and don't like about them, comparing the mics and audio and more besides. If you found this useful, check out the reviews too for a more in-depth look at things like the apps and audio settings: Logitech G Astro A50 Gen 5 - an in-depth review https://youtu.be/cc7k1Zay-7w Nacon Rig R8 Pro HX review https://youtu.be/NSdLV7kfIQg Disclosure: Shopping links within the description of this video generate a commission at no extra cost to you. These are added for your convenience but other retailers are available. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Please note that products featured may also have been sent for free for review/testing purposes. Often these have to be returned by me, but not always. I endeavour to avoid bias in my videos wherever possible and try to give honest, subjective opinions. Unless otherwise stated, the videos are not sponsored financially. Please note links listed here include affiliate links which may earn me a commission. Astro A50 gen 5 deals: Amazon US - https://amzn.to/4668Eox NewEgg - https://newegg.io/ncdb32a2fc Amazon UK - https://amzn.to/4s7nMuD Amazon FR - https://amzn.to/4rMIaAS Amazon IT - https://amzn.to/3MjyS0f Amazon DE - https://amzn.to/4rLL88C Amazon CA - https://amzn.to/4rNjVme Amazon AU - https://amzn.to/405kDiD Amazon PL - https://amzn.to/4kAAGyH See deals on the Nacon Rig R8 Pro HX: Amazon US - https://amzn.to/4etdn90 NewEgg - (v3yk435WELw) Amazon UK - https://amzn.to/4f2dPuU Amazon FR - https://amzn.to/4uoFlXV Amazon IT - https://amzn.to/4tgDun4 Amazon DE - https://amzn.to/4ngeoUe Amazon CA - https://amzn.to/42A7oYR Amazon AU - https://amzn.to/42i3SC9 Official site for specs: https://www.nacongaming.com/en-GB/rig-r8-pro-hx https://www.logitechg.com/en-gb/shop/p/a50-gen-5 Things I like about the Astro A50 Gen 5: - The mic quality is surprisingly good for a headset mic - Comfort of the ear cushions is superb - Battery life is great and you basically don't need to plug in EVER - Connectivity is good too - Sound is pretty decent, though it is more open back sounding than I'd like Things I hate: - Lack of 3.5mm jack - Bluetooth is connected to the base station, not headset - Mic isn't detachable - Lacks EQ profiles of other headsets - Flimsy frame that's barely changed The Nacon Rig R8 Pro HX boasts some neat features including: - Magnetic earcups - Custom tuned graphene drivers - An easy top use charging basestation - Multi-device connectivity - Dolby Atmos on PC and Xbox - An accompanying app for controls and firmware updates - Removable battery for easy replacement in future. 😍Special Thanks😍 to my YouTube members: SpaceCannons,mikeinvegas1, Spandau Guy, D Shaddix, CTRLGeek, Frank “Cano” Costilla, BY TOR THE SNOW DOG, Rawrr483, Alexander Heim, Ritsaert Verstegen, James Kahn, N J, GamingAllDay, Christian, UBrickIFix, Wayne Chandler, Jeffrey crutchfield, NOTuNOTme, Tom Corrao, DaniAkiZoli, rodney mcqueen, Fred Wehbe, Paul Sheard, shaak, WireHedd, Matt Behymer, John Turley, Random Chaos, Matthew Howell, kapitan, Arik Nachmias, The 1 and Only Twix, Brian Pickel, Megan Schafer, Dr John Urquhart, Peter Qvist, PBear, Meldogss, noobmode, DidYouReadEULA, BrofNeeko, Samuel Hinojos, marc, MeatyKeyboard 83, Lance Nixon Jr, Mongo_Slade, Jay Shank 007, toxiqnick604, Mohammed Haidara, DRENU, DCgames2923, Bearxca, scotama, Alexxxolotl, jaredfrancisco8216, fallenlegion1828, onenonlycasper, David Chen, bllocher, tiplomacy58, renanmeira, WD180K and you? Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:44 Similar features 01:15 Base station and connectivity comparison 07:32 Headset design comparison 10:51 Side-by-Side comparison 11:40 Ear cup comparison 12:42 Head fit 13:12 Onboard headset control 13:49 Sound thoughts 15:04 Astro A50 Mic 17:00 Nacon Rig R8 Pro HX Mic Want to send me things for videos or other reasons? Use this address: The Provoked Prawn PO Box 13277 MANNINGTREE CO11 9BE United Kingdom 🔫Sub to my gaming channel🔫https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2eHpDRz4HCpDtAhXIL7cMg Come check me out on Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/provokedprawn Join my Discord to keep up to date or ask questions https://discord.gg/TCWQqb4 Follow on Reddit https://www.reddit.com/r/TheProvokedPrawn/ Read this far? You're awesome. Smash those sub and like buttons! 📌 Support the channel: 😍 See the benefits of being a member here - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQGDPYRgV5egNGUy9wE1Tyw/join Get some merch - https://the-provoked-prawn.creator-spring.com/ Check out my dedicated Amazon Storefront to see my current fave gear - https://www.amazon.com/shop/theprovokedprawn 📸 Recorded with https://amzn.to/3kYrhGP