Over-Ear
ASTRO Gaming A50 (Gen 3)
82Great
$60
Full review dataASTRO Gaming A50 (Gen 3) vs Tronsmart KH03: 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
Tronsmart KH03
62Average
$37
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
Tronsmart KH03
Sound6.0
Noise cancelling6.5
Battery8.0
Calls5.0
Value7.0
Specifications
| Spec | ASTRO Gaming A50 (Gen 3) | Tronsmart KH03 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Over-Ear | Over-Ear |
| Price (USD) | $60 | $37 |
| HearWiki score | 82 / 100 · Great | 62 / 100 · Average |
| Released | 2017 | 2024 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20Hz - 20,000Hz | 20Hz-20kHz |
| Impedance | 48 Ω | - |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | - | 5.3 |
| Bluetooth version | none | 5.3 |
| Codecs | SBC | SBC, AAC |
| Multipoint pairing | No | No |
| Wireless range | 9.1 m | - |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 15 h | 70 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | - | 70 h |
| Full charge time | - | 150 min |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | No | Yes |
| ANC type | - | hybrid |
| Transparency mode | - | No |
| Companion app | - | No |
| Custom EQ | - | No |
| Wear detection | - | No |
| Controls | - | buttons |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 380 g | 244 g |
| Water resistance | none | none |
| USB-C | - | Yes |
| 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
Tronsmart KH03
The Tronsmart KH03 is a budget-friendly over-ear headphone aimed at kids, offering hybrid active noise cancellation and a remarkably long battery life. It delivers a comfortable fit for smaller heads and simple Bluetooth pairing, though it relies on physical buttons and lacks app support or multipoint connectivity. While the ANC and battery are strong points for the price, its heavier build and potential heat retention during long sessions are worth noting.
- Pro:Effective hybrid ANC for the price
- Pro:Excellent battery life even with ANC on
- Pro:Comfortable fit designed for children
- Con:Heavier than some competing kids' models
- Con:Can get warm during extended wear
- Con:No app support or custom EQ
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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