Over-Ear
ASTRO Gaming A50 (Gen 3)
82Great
$60
Full review dataASTRO Gaming A50 (Gen 3) vs OneOdio Pro-30: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the ASTRO Gaming A50 (Gen 3) comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 82. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: ASTRO Gaming A50 (Gen 3) - Great overall at around $60.
Over-Ear
OneOdio Pro-30
62Average
$32
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
ASTRO Gaming A50 (Gen 3)
Sound8.0
Battery7.0
Calls6.0
Value7.0
OneOdio Pro-30
Sound6.0
Calls5.0
Value7.0
Specifications
| Spec | ASTRO Gaming A50 (Gen 3) | OneOdio Pro-30 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Over-Ear | Over-Ear |
| Price (USD) | $60 | $32 |
| HearWiki score | 82 / 100 · Great | 62 / 100 · Average |
| Released | 2017 | 2019 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | 50mm |
| Driver size | 40 mm | 50 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20Hz - 20,000Hz | 20Hz-40kHz |
| Impedance | 48 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | - | 110 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | - | none |
| Bluetooth version | none | - |
| Codecs | SBC | - |
| Multipoint pairing | No | No |
| Wireless range | 9.1 m | - |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 15 h | - |
| Wireless charging | No | - |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | No | No |
| Controls | - | buttons |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 380 g | 236 g |
| Water resistance | none | - |
| Foldable | - | Yes |
| Detachable cable | - | Yes |
| USB-C | - | No |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 1 | 1 |
What reviewers said
ASTRO Gaming A50 (Gen 3)
The ASTRO Gaming A50 (Gen 3) is a premium wireless headset designed for immersive gaming, delivering crisp virtual surround sound and a comfortable over-ear fit. Its standout feature is the convenient charging base, which also acts as a hub for connectivity, though the detachable microphone and software experience are less impressive than the hardware itself.
- Pro:Immersive virtual 7.1 surround sound
- Pro:Comfortable for long gaming sessions
- Pro:Convenient charging base and dock
- Con:Microphone quality is only average
- Con:Companion software is clunky
- Con:No Bluetooth or multipoint support
OneOdio Pro-30
The OneOdio Pro-30 is a budget-friendly wired over-ear headphone with a focus on bass-heavy sound and practical features like 50mm drivers, a foldable build, and swiveling ear cups. It offers solid comfort for the price and works across various devices thanks to its dual plug cables, though its audio performance leans toward value rather than accuracy. Overall, it's a serviceable pick for casual listening, but it doesn't stand out among similarly priced alternatives.
- Pro:Strong bass response for an affordable price
- Pro:Comfortable fit for extended sessions
- Pro:Foldable and swiveling design aids portability
- Con:Sound signature is not neutral or highly detailed
- Con:Very similar to other models in the lineup
- Con:Build feels budget-oriented
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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