Over-Ear
ASTRO Gaming A50 (Gen 3)
82Great
$60
Full review dataASTRO Gaming A50 (Gen 3) vs Sennheiser MOMENTUM Free Special Edition: 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
Sennheiser MOMENTUM Free Special Edition
72Good
$60
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
Sennheiser MOMENTUM Free Special Edition
Sound7.5
Battery5.5
Calls5.0
Value6.5
Specifications
| Spec | ASTRO Gaming A50 (Gen 3) | Sennheiser MOMENTUM Free Special Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Over-Ear | Over-Ear |
| Price (USD) | $60 | $60 |
| HearWiki score | 82 / 100 · Great | 72 / 100 · Good |
| Released | 2017 | 2018 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver size | 40 mm | - |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20Hz - 20,000Hz | 15Hz-22kHz |
| Impedance | 48 Ω | 480 Ω |
| Sensitivity | - | 118 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | - | 4.2 |
| Bluetooth version | none | 4.2 |
| Codecs | SBC | SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX Low Latency |
| Multipoint pairing | No | Yes |
| Wireless range | 9.1 m | 10 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 15 h | - |
| Full charge time | - | 90 min |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | No | No |
| ANC type | - | none |
| Transparency mode | - | No |
| Companion app | - | No |
| Custom EQ | - | No |
| Wear detection | - | No |
| Controls | - | buttons |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 380 g | 17 g |
| Water resistance | none | none |
| USB-C | - | No |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 1 | 1 |
| Call noise reduction | - | HD Voice |
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
Sennheiser MOMENTUM Free Special Edition
This compact wireless in-ear set prioritizes audio performance, delivering a lively and clear sound signature with solid bass response. While its battery life is modest and the design is straightforward, it offers reliable wireless connectivity with aptX support and multipoint pairing. It's a good pick for those who value sound quality in a lightweight, portable package.
- Pro:Lively, detailed sound quality
- Pro:Lightweight and portable design
- Pro:Reliable Bluetooth with aptX support
- Con:Battery life is only around six hours
- Con:Call quality can be inconsistent
- Con:Comfort may not suit all ears
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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