Logitech G432 Black
Score: 69/100
PDP LVL40 Airlite
Score: 71/100Rankings
The PDP Gaming LVL40 Airlite is a lightweight, wired headset featuring 40 mm drivers and a flip-to-mute noise-cancelling microphone, providing solid stereo sound for Nintendo Switch and other devices. Its lack of active noise cancellation and surround sound, along with an on-ear design that can cause fatigue, limit its appeal for longer sessions. Ideal for budget-friendly Switch gamers needing a simple, portable solution.
The Logitech G432 is a wired headset featuring 50 mm drivers and DTS virtual 7.1 surround sound, plus a flip-to-mute 6 mm boom mic. Its drawbacks are the relatively heavy 544 g weight, lack of wireless capability, and limited Windows-only software features. It targets budget-conscious gamers needing precise positional audio on PC or consoles.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
50 mmbest | 40 mm | |
| ↓ lower better | 544 g | 100 gbest |
39 Ωbest | — | |
107 dBbest | — | |
2 years | 5 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Audio(3) | ||
Driver Size (mm) | 50 mm | 40 mm |
Surround Sound | true | false |
Microphone Type | 6mm_boom_unidirectional | bi-directional |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Connection Type | 3.5mm_analog, USB_DAC | Wired |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 544 g | 100 g |
Features(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 2 years | 5 years |
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Professional reviewers commend the G432 for its feather-light build, solid 50 mm drivers and DTS Headphone:X 2.0 surround that delivers precise positional audio, while also noting the convenience of a flip-to-mute mic and cross-platform cable options. Criticisms focus on the limited Windows-only software features, headband wear over time, and the absence of active noise cancellation.
Everyday users love the headset's comfort, clear mic and easy inline controls, especially for long gaming sessions, but they frequently mention headband padding softening, hard ear pads at first use, and the need for Windows-only software to unlock full surround capabilities.
“"comfort from over/on-ear cushions and mic clarity for competitive play, but sound is basic-not comparable to $100+ headsets-and mic feels distant"”
Professional reviewers view the LVL40 Airlite as a solid, budget-friendly option that fulfills the basic needs of Switch gamers with decent stereo sound and a clear mic, but they note its audio lacks the refinement of more expensive models and it misses premium features like ANC and surround sound.
Everyday users generally like the headset's light weight and comfort, as well as its mic clarity for multiplayer chat, but they commonly criticize the basic audio performance and the on-ear design's potential for ear fatigue.
