Logitech G Pro X and G Pro headsets now available starting at $100

What you need to know

  • Logitech's new G Pro X and G Pro headsets are now available.
  • The updated Logitech G Pro comes with a refreshed build that features metal accents for $100.
  • The $130 Logitech G Pro X ups the ante with microphone tech built in partnership with Blue Microphones.

Logitech's new G Pro and G Pro X headsets are now available starting at $100. Both headsets pack a revamped design with metal accents, but the G Pro X includes Blue Microphone tech that gives you granular controls over how your voice is processed.

With the G Pro X, you'll be able to accss professional effects in Logitech's G Hub software that let you tweak the way you sound to your liking. That includes real-time voice filters to adjust things like noise, compression, and de-essing. Logitech is hoping to appeal to streamers and professional gamers with "studio-quality" sound. You'll have to pay $130 for the additional voice features, however.

The base G Pro headset doesn't include Blue Voice tech, but it brings the price down to $100. For your money, you'll still get a redesigned headset with memory forma earcups, 50mm drivers, and a removable two-meter cable. The microphone on both headsets is also removable.

Portable (and affordable) power accessories we love

Each and every one of these charging gadgets will keep your favorite gear and gadgets going for longer, and none of them costs more than $30.

VisionTek 8,000 mAh micro-USB power bank ($13 at Dell)

This compact dual-output powerbank can speedily recharge any and all your devices, thanks to a two-amp "fast charge feature," using its micro-USB out port. Its simple design includes an LED indicator, and it costs about as much as a single ticket to the movies.

Panasonic eneloop AA batteries (From $13 at Dell)

Panasonic's rechargeable batteries are among the best available, and just a couple of them will keep your favorite remote, mice or other peripherals powered up when you need them. They're also eco. And the company's affordable charger fits and charges both AA and AAA batteries at the same time.

Belkin Qi Wireless Charging Pad ($30 at Dell)

This unobtrusive Qi wireless charging pad looks good (and kind of like a UFO …) and easily charges all your Qi-compatible device up to 5W. Its LED indicator lights up when you're charging. And it costs just $30.

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