Logitech G522 Lightspeed vs Soundcore PowerConf H500 Headset: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Logitech G522 Lightspeed comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 85. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Logitech G522 Lightspeed - Outstanding overall at around $130.

Gaming

Logitech G522 Lightspeed

85Outstanding

$130

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Gaming

Soundcore PowerConf H500 Headset

52Average

$100

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Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

Logitech G522 Lightspeed leads on 5 of 6 measures.

Logitech G522 Lightspeed
Soundcore PowerConf H500 Headset

HearWiki score

Sound

8.4

5.8

Battery

8.8

7.5

Calls

9.3

8.1

Value

8.8

Price (USD)

$130

$100

Generation & platform

The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?

Mixed generations

Logitech G522 Lightspeed (2025) against Soundcore PowerConf H500 Headset (2021). Neither is straightforwardly newer: the Logitech G522 Lightspeed brings Bluetooth 5.3 against 5.0, Top codec LC3 against AAC and LE Audio (LC3), while the Soundcore PowerConf H500 Headset answers with ANC type Adaptive against None. The Soundcore PowerConf H500 Headset answers on convenience features: it adds Multipoint pairing, Wear detection and Water resistance (IPX5).

G522 Lightspeed20254 yr newer
PowerConf H500 Headset2021

What differsG522 LightspeedPowerConf H500 Headset

Bluetooth: 5.3; 5.0
Top codec: LC3; AAC
LE Audio (LC3): Yes; No
ANC type: None; Adaptive
Multipoint pairing: No; Yes
Wear detection: No; Yes
Water resistance: Not rated; IPX5

Level on: USB-C, Companion app.

Specifications

G522 LightspeedPowerConf H500 Headset

Type: Gaming; Gaming
Price (USD): $130; $100
HearWiki score: 85; 52
Released: 2025; 2021
Availability: Sold new; Discontinued
Driver: 40 mm dynamic; 40 mm dynamic
Driver type: dynamic; dynamic
Driver size: 40 mm; 40 mm
Drivers per side: 1; 1
Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz; 10 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance: 39 Ω; 16 Ω
Sensitivity: 97 dB/mW; -
Bluetooth: 5.3; 5.0
Codecs: SBC, LC3; SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing: No; Yes
Wireless range: 30 m; -
Battery life: 80 h; 24 h
Battery life (ANC on): 40 h; 24 h
Full charge time: -; 100 min
Quick charge: 10 min → 2 h; 5 min → 3 h
Wireless charging: No; No
Active noise cancelling: No; Yes
ANC type: none; adaptive
Transparency mode: No; -
Companion app: Yes; Yes
Custom EQ: Yes; -
Wear detection: No; Yes
Controls: buttons; buttons
Voice assistant: -; Google Assistant, Siri
Weight: 290 g; 400 g
Water resistance: none; IPX5
Detachable cable: Yes; -
USB-C: Yes; Yes
Microphones: 1; 1
Call noise reduction: -; Yes
Call NR technology: -; noise-cancelling mic

Specification comparison of Logitech G522 Lightspeed vs Soundcore PowerConf H500 Headset
Spec	Logitech G522 Lightspeed	Soundcore PowerConf H500 Headset
Type	Gaming	Gaming
Price (USD)	$130	$100
HearWiki score	85 / 100 Outstanding	52 / 100 Average
Released	2025	2021
Audio
Driver	40 mm dynamic	40 mm dynamic
Driver type	dynamic	dynamic
Driver size	40 mm	40 mm
Drivers per side	1	1
Frequency response	20 Hz - 20 kHz	10 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance	39 Ω	16 Ω
Sensitivity	97 dB/mW	-
Wireless
Bluetooth	5.3	5.0
Codecs	SBC, LC3	SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing	No	Yes
Wireless range	30 m	-
Battery
Battery life	80 h	24 h
Battery life (ANC on)	40 h	24 h
Full charge time	-	100 min
Quick charge	10 min → 2 h	5 min → 3 h
Wireless charging	No	No
Features
Active noise cancelling	No	Yes
ANC type	none	adaptive
Transparency mode	No	-
Companion app	Yes	Yes
Custom EQ	Yes	-
Wear detection	No	Yes
Controls	buttons	buttons
Voice assistant	-	Google Assistant, Siri
Design
Weight	290 g	400 g
Water resistance	none	IPX5
Detachable cable	Yes	-
USB-C	Yes	Yes
Calls
Microphones	1	1
Call noise reduction	-	Yes
Call NR technology	-	noise-cancelling mic

What reviewers said

Logitech G522 Lightspeed

The Logitech G522 Lightspeed is a wireless gaming headset designed for PC and PlayStation, featuring 40mm dynamic drivers and Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity. It delivers a long battery life of up to 80 hours, with a comfortable over-ear fit and a lightweight 290g build. The headset includes a single microphone, custom EQ support, and button controls, making it a solid choice for gamers seeking a reliable wireless option without active noise cancellation.

Pro:Long 80-hour battery life
Pro:Comfortable over-ear design
Pro:Lightweight at 290g

Con:No active noise cancellation
Con:No multipoint connectivity
Con:No water resistance

Soundcore PowerConf H500 Headset

The Soundcore PowerConf H500 is a wireless headset designed primarily for calls and online meetings, with adaptive active noise cancellation and voice isolation as its core strengths. It offers a long 24-hour battery life, Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity with multipoint support, and a USB-C port, though its music playback performance is only average. Overall, it's a practical choice for professionals who prioritize clear communication over audiophile-grade sound.

Pro:Excellent call quality with voice isolation
Pro:Long 24-hour battery life with fast charging
Pro:Adaptive ANC for consistent noise reduction

Con:Average music playback quality
Con:Only one microphone may limit pickup in noisy settings
Con:No wireless charging despite USB-C support

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