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Logitech G Pro X 2 Lightspeed (Black) — Gaming · 2023 · Black
Logitech

Logitech G Pro X 2 Lightspeed (Black)

Gaming · 2023 · Black

88
/ 100
From $249
VS
Sennheiser HD 800S wins by 7
Sennheiser HD 800S — Over-ear · 2016
Sennheiser

Sennheiser HD 800S

Over-ear · 2016

95
/ 100
From $1,699
Specdex verdict

Sennheiser HD 800S takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Logitech G Pro X 2 Lightspeed (Black) lands at 88 and Sennheiser HD 800S at 95. That puts Sennheiser HD 800S ahead by 7 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Logitech G Pro X 2 Lightspeed (Black) if…

  • ✓Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
  • ✓Detachable broadcast mic
  • ✓Console compatibility

Pick Sennheiser HD 800S if…

  • ✓Flagship comfort + ANC on modern models
  • ✓Premium build
  • ✓Active noise cancellation (most models)
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Sound quality

Sennheiser HD 800S

Tuning, detail, and staging

Sennheiser HD 800S leads on sound (95 vs 88).

Noise cancelling

Sennheiser HD 800S

ANC strength for commute and travel

Sennheiser HD 800S leads on anc (93 vs 70).

Comfort

Sennheiser HD 800S

Long-session wearability

Sennheiser HD 800S leads on comfort (94 vs 86).

Value for money

Logitech G Pro X 2 Lightspeed (Black)

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Logitech G Pro X 2 Lightspeed (Black) more score per dollar ($249 vs $1,699).

Logitech G Pro X 2 Lightspeed (Black) 88
vs
95 Sennheiser HD 800S

Score breakdown

Logitech G Pro X 2 Lightspeed (Black)
88
anc 70
sound 88
comfort 86
battery 86
features 88
Sennheiser HD 800S
95
anc 93
sound 95
comfort 94
battery 82
features 91

Specs side-by-side

Logitech G Pro X 2 Lightspeed (Black) versus Sennheiser HD 800S — full spec comparison
Spec Logitech G Pro X 2 Lightspeed (Black) Sennheiser HD 800S
Type
Gaming headset
Over-ear
Variant
Black
—
Release year
2023
2016

Logitech G Pro X 2 Lightspeed (Black)

Pros
  • +Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
  • +Detachable broadcast mic
  • +Console compatibility
Cons
  • −Bulkier than audiophile cans
  • −Game-tuned EQ
  • −Software required on PC

Sennheiser HD 800S

Pros
  • +Flagship comfort + ANC on modern models
  • +Premium build
  • +Active noise cancellation (most models)
Cons
  • −Battery varies by codec
  • −Some are Bluetooth-only
  • −Price creep vs previous gen

FAQ: Logitech G Pro X 2 Lightspeed (Black) vs Sennheiser HD 800S

Which is better, Logitech G Pro X 2 Lightspeed (Black) or Sennheiser HD 800S? +

Sennheiser HD 800S scores 95 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 7. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Logitech G Pro X 2 Lightspeed (Black) worth the price? +

At $249, Logitech G Pro X 2 Lightspeed (Black) delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in sound.

Is Sennheiser HD 800S worth the price? +

At $1,699, Sennheiser HD 800S delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in sound.

Does Logitech G Pro X 2 Lightspeed (Black) or Sennheiser HD 800S last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for sound quality, Logitech G Pro X 2 Lightspeed (Black) or Sennheiser HD 800S? +

Sennheiser HD 800S — leads on sound (95 vs 88). Tuning, detail, and staging.

Which is better for noise cancelling, Logitech G Pro X 2 Lightspeed (Black) or Sennheiser HD 800S? +

Sennheiser HD 800S — leads on anc (93 vs 70). ANC strength for commute and travel.