Are Logitechs G333 VR Earbuds And PRO Headset For Oculus Quest 2 Worth It For VR Players?
The Logitech PRO Headset for Oculus Quest 2 and Logitech G333 VR Earbuds Joe Parlock  One thing I dont like about the Oculus Quest 2 is its sound. Instead of headphones like the Vive or Index, small speakers are mounted inside the headband, and your audio is blasted out for all to hear. On the one hand, this is good because it means your ears are still open to hear your surroundings when your eyes can't see them. On the other, other people can't see what you're doing, and so every grunt and groan from Blade and Sorcery or Gorn sounds incredibly dodgy, and playing in a shared space can be distracted for everyone else. Not to mention, any multiplayer games like Population Zero or VRChat will subject other players to awful echoing as their own voice is picked up in your microphone. That's why external solutions like headphones and earbuds are a great investment for the Quest 2. Not only do you get better sound quality and can play in peace, you're also making your online experiences better for everybody else. With that in mind, Logitech has released two headphones specifically made for the Oculus Quest 2: the G333 VR buds and the PRO headphones for Quest 2. Both are fantastic bits of kit, but cater to slightly different audiences. The Logitech G333 VR earbuds. Joe Parlock  Logitech G333 VR Earbuds  First, the G333 VR earbuds. While the Quest does support an ordinary audio jack, letting you plug anything in to them, the G333 VR buds are designed specifically for the Quest 2. In practice, this means the cable is measured with where the Quest 2's audio port is in mind, with the right earbud being on a much longer cord than the left. Using the included cable ties, you can run the right earbud through the headset itself and out the other side for minimal impact on the fit or comfort of the Quest 2. While the setup is a little fiddly, the end result is slick and makes the G333 VR feel almost like it was always a part of the headset. The G333 Earbuds integrate nicely into the Quest 2 itself. Facebook  I don't like earbuds, because my ears are an awkward shape and they always wind up falling out. Yet, somehow, Logitech has managed to make a bud that stays in my ears and also effectively blocks out ambient sound. They tend to angle more towards your face while they are in, which can feel odd, but they stay in place even during vigorous play sessions! The G333 Earbuds, cable ties and extra earbuds. Joe Parlock  In terms of sound quality, the G333 VR buds sound pretty great. While I wouldn't be rushing to replace my studio-grade headphones any time soon, audio feels rich and clear through them, and are surprising for earbuds that cost only $50. My one complaint would be that they are a bit heavy on the bass, which, while great for games with a lot of bangs and crashes like a shooter, does dampen the experience of music games like Beat Saber, which are still massively popular on the platform. If you're looking for a lightweight, minimalistic solution to the Quest 2's sound problems, the G333 VR earbuds are definitely a good option. I'd have preferred something a bit lighter on the bass, but it's certainly an improvement over the default Quest 2 speakers. The Logitech PRO headphones and Oculus Quest cable. Joe Parlock  Logitech PRO Headphones for Oculus Quest 2  If you want less of a fiddly setup, and some absolutely incredible headphones to boot, the Logitech PRO for Oculus Quest 2 is definitely the way to go. Unlike the G333 earbuds, these headphones aren't made specifically for the Quest 2. Instead, the box comes with an additional, Oculus-branded bag with a very short cable designed to fit from the left ear cup into the Quest's headphones port, reducing the amount of loose cable flying around your head as you play. The Logitech PRO Headphones box. Joe Parlock  While you can't just set-and-forget these like you can the G333 buds, it's still almost no hassle at all to pop these in, and they haven't caused any issues in the hours I've spent playing with both them and the Quest's charging cable plugged in at the same time. Not just VR headphones, the Logitech PRO is a brilliant headset in its own right. They are among the most comfortable I've ever had the pleasure to wear, with a super soft, padded headstrap supported by elastic mounting to ensure a proper fit. The cups are also pillowy, and big enough to enclose my annoyingly large ogre ears. The PRO headphones can be used both as normal headphones, and also connected to your VR headset. Joe Parlock  This may sound like I'm heaping on praises, but the point is that asking people to wear chunky headphones like this while also wearing a heavy VR headset is a lot to ask, and yet Logitech has answered those concerns admirably. Light enough to not make you feel claustrophobic, comfortable enough to not rub while playing, while also being stable enough to not fall off in an intense Pistol Whip session is impressive. The sound reproduction is also a tad more balanced than the G333 earbuds, with the bass slotting in better with the overall sound. It isn't quite as crisp a sound across the board as the G333 buds (or a studio-grade pair of headphones, which is what I normally use), but the better balancing of highs and lows offsets that problem almost completely. The PRO is a fantastic piece of kit (especially for its price, which is competitive with most 'gaming' headsets). From its tasteful design and comfort to its generally great sound quality and ease of use, even if you were just looking for new headphones without needing them for VR, I'd happily recommend them.   Both of Logitech's VR sound offerings are fantastic in their own ways. The G333 buds are designed with the Quest 2 in mind, and so seamlessly integrate with the headset to offer an upgrade to the default sound offering without impacting on the aesthetic of the device. The PROs, on the other hand, feel like the option for those who are happy to sacrifice that streamlined experience for a bigger overall improvement to sound quality and VR immersion. The Logitech G333 VR earbuds ($49.99/44.99) and Logitech PRO Headphones for Oculus Quest 2 ($99.99/84.99) are both available now. Samples of both were provided for the purposes of this review.