The Logitech G321 is a wireless gaming headset that filters into the relatively budget-friendly arena with pretty promising specs, on paper.
Lightweight and simple in design, it seems to appeal to more casual gamers after a reliable headset without spending a fortune. And with both 2.4 GHz LIGHTSPEED and Bluetooth connectivity, it offers flexibility for PC and most major consoles.
But beyond the specs and features, how does it perform in real-world gaming sessions? I have been lucky enough to test out its design, comfort, audio, microphone, gaming performance, and overall value to see whether the G321 delivers on all fronts and can be considered one of the best budget gaming headsets around.
Design and Build Quality
The Logitech G321 keeps things simple in its design, but that simplicity definitely works in its favor.
The first thing you’ll notice is how extremely lightweight it is, with an exterior that’s basically a 50/50 split between plastic and a textured grey fabric. It's not overly interesting to look at, but there is a small pop of personality that comes from those purple coiled wires running from the headband to the earcups.
That said… the lightweight build does come with a trade-off. The headset feels pretty cheap and somewhat flimsy, even if it doesn’t seem like it’ll snap from normal use. Stretching and rotating it felt safe enough, but the overall feel of it just seemed pretty budget.
The exposed purple wires, though they look quite nice, might easily get caught or damaged, and the flip-to-mute mic mechanism feels a bit delicate, which doesn't do the cheap feel any favors. It also doesn’t help that the headset creaks a bit under pressure, and even stranger, there’s no fabric or padded cover over the speaker drivers inside the earcups. Because they’re totally exposed, dust and debris are almost guaranteed to collect if you’re not careful.
On a positive note, Logitech does use 28% certified post-consumer recycled plastic in the construction, which is a nice sustainability bonus and something you don’t often see highlighted on budget-friendly models.
As for the onboard controls, they’re equally as simple as the design. You get an on/off switch, a Bluetooth button (which also toggles LIGHTSPEED wireless), and two physical volume buttons. The power switch and volume controls stick out enough to be found easily mid-game, even without looking. The Bluetooth button, however, sits much more flush to the earcup. It’s not impossible to locate by feel, but it’s definitely not as intuitive as the others.
Ultimately, it looks pretty good, it’s functional, and it’s incredibly light, but you can tell this headset is one of Logitech's more budget-friendly options out of its entire range.
Comfort and Fit
Comfort is an area where the G321 shines — one of the strongest selling points of the entire headset in my books.
Weighing just 7.41 oz (210 grams), it’s incredibly light, and that featherweight build comes paired with 15mm of headband padding and 21 mm memory-foam earcups. The result of this is a headset that’s immediately cosy the second you put it on.
Logitech also claims the earcup fabric is made from a breathable material, and while that does seem to be the case, the solid clamping force of the G321 does limit airflow.
The earcups seal around your ears quite snugly, which is handy for blocking out background noise, but it also means heat build-up is inevitable. After about an hour of in-game, my ears definitely felt warm. Not uncomfortably so, but noticeable enough to mention. Still, to be fair, I’ve yet to find an over-ear headset that doesn’t get at least a bit toasty over time.
The padding itself, though, is excellent. Unlike the scratchier material I experienced with the Astro A20 X, the G321’s fabric feels softer and less rough on the skin. The headband in particular deserves praise: same fabric style, but far more cushioned, meaning no top-of-the-head pressure whatsoever. The earcups, too, are a nice oval shape with plenty of interior space, so my ears never felt squashed or cramped.
In terms of adjustment, the earcups move up and down while the purple coiled wires extend or retract. It looks quite cool and feels smooth enough, but the adjustment range is somewhat limited, and it’s not the easiest mechanism to tweak while you’re actually wearing the headset. You’ll get it right with a bit of trial and error, but you just might not be doing it on the fly.
Still, the comfort overall is genuinely impressive. The lightweight build does more for long-term wearability than anything else, and once you find the right adjustment, the G321 gives a “barely-there” feeling that you only get from the lightest headsets.
Audio Quality
The Logitech G321 delivers its audio through 40mm drivers with a 20 Hz–20 kHz frequency response. That sounds perfectly acceptable for a fairly budget-friendly gaming headset, and while those specs seemingly held true in my testing, there are a few caveats worth calling out.
At the lowest frequencies, the headset struggled a bit. I noticed some distortion and a slight “shakiness” when pushing deep bass tones, which immediately tells you this isn’t a headset built for cinematic immersion. Explosions, rumbles, and those big atmospheric moments you’d expect in story-driven games don’t land with the same clarity or depth you might get from competing models. Higher frequencies fare better, but overall, the sound leans noticeably neutral. In other words, it feels like the G321 is trying to sit safely in the middle rather than excel in any one category.
That neutrality gives the output a somewhat flat character at times. It’s not bad, just unexciting, and it becomes especially clear in media like music or movies, where richer sound profiles should shine.
Where the headset performs considerably better is in directional audio, which is especially important for competitive shooters. Sound movement from earcup to earcup is smooth, helping track footsteps, reloads, and general movement cues with decent accuracy. Games like Fortnite benefited from this, and the headset even did a respectable job distinguishing enemy distance, as I found footsteps definitely got louder as opponents approached.
However, once you throw in a bit of background chaos, such as explosions, distant gunfire, etc., the G321 starts to struggle slightly. The default EQ simply isn’t tuned in a way that helps footsteps cut through the distractions, so situational awareness becomes a bit trickier to navigate. Whether EQ customization can fix this is something I’ll touch on later, but out of the box, the overall clarity just isn’t quite competitive-focused.
As for sound isolation, everything is completely passive, relying solely on the firm clamping force discussed earlier. It actually does a solid job blocking out background noise, but this also contributes to that extra heat buildup around the ears as an unfortunate tradeoff.
Microphone Performance
The G321 comes with a 16 kHz, omnidirectional, flip-to-mute microphone, which I found to be usable, but far from impressive.
Your teammates will hear you clearly enough to communicate, but the mic does lack a bit of sharpness and detail. In my recordings, I noticed some light distortion and an overall lack of clarity that made my voice sound slightly muffled. It’s not bad for the price, but compared to mics on slightly more expensive headsets, like the aforementioned Astro A20 X, it does fall short, especially if you care about crisp vocal quality.
Its background noise cancellation, though, was more impressive. I tested it with a video playing in the background, and the mic didn’t pick up any of that external audio, only capturing my voice, which is impressive for this price range.
The downside is that even though the background noise is cancelled effectively, the resulting vocal quality still isn’t amazing due to the mic’s inherent limitations. So, if you’re hoping for broadcast-worthy clarity or plan to stream, you’ll want something better (and, likely, pricier).
Another small drawback worth noting is the mic’s design. It isn't flexible, and it’s also quite short, meaning it doesn’t sit that close to your mouth. That positioning doesn’t ruin the performance, but it certainly doesn’t help the already-average clarity, in my opinion.
Gaming Performance
For the price, the G321 delivers a capable gaming performance, even if it doesn’t quite hit the cinematic or deeply immersive heights that more premium headsets offer.
In fast-paced shooters like CS2 and Fortnite, it holds its own impressively well. As mentioned earlier, directional cues, especially footsteps, are tracked with solid accuracy, and in some cases, the G321 even outperformed a couple of more expensive headsets I own. Despite the slightly flat default EQ, it still manages to present left-right transitions smoothly and predictably, which is exactly what you need in competitive shooters.
Compared to other budget-to-mid range options like the OXS Storm A2, the G321 is definitely competitive. It even comes across as slightly more bass-heavy, though that bass does veer into distortion at lower frequencies, as touched on already.
For titles where cinematic moments matter, like Red Dead Redemption 2 or Skyrim, the headset performs acceptably because of this. It delivers the audio faithfully enough, but without the richness, detail, or immersive depth that you’d get from headsets with more refined drivers or proper surround-sound capabilities.
Communication-wise, the G321 is usable, as mentioned as well. The flip-to-mute mic, while functional and very good at blocking background noise, doesn’t offer the kind of clarity needed for consistently crisp team comms in chaotic multiplayer environments. In one session, my teammates could usually hear me without issue, but there were moments, especially during explosions or when multiple people were talking, where my voice didn’t cut through clearly.
In short, I'd say that competitive players on a budget will appreciate its directional accuracy, and casual players will find it perfectly serviceable for most genres. Just don’t expect mind-blowing cinematic audio or pristine voice clarity with this one.
Connectivity, Compatibility, and Customization
The G321 is compatible with Xbox, PS5, PC, and Nintendo Switch/Switch 2, though I primarily used it on PC throughout my testing. You get two wireless options as well: 2.4 GHz LIGHTSPEED (via dongle) and Bluetooth 5.2, with Logitech claiming a wireless range of around 10 meters.
Only having Bluetooth 5.2 feels like a slight drawback, as newer Bluetooth versions tend to deliver better latency. But in practice, latency over Bluetooth was nowhere near as bad as I expected, with it completely acceptable for casual use. Switching between Bluetooth and LIGHTSPEED is as simple as tapping the Bluetooth-labelled button on the earcup, which makes swapping between wireless options quick and painless.
Adding to this, the reliability of its connection is impressive. Across several gaming sessions, I didn’t experience a single dropout. And while the 10-meter range may not sound huge, it’s more than enough for typical setups. Even when I walked downstairs with the headset still on (my PC upstairs), the audio didn’t cut out, which was fairly impressive.
But then we get to the most disappointing part — there is no customization whatsoever. Unlike other headsets, the G321 isn't compatible with Logitech's G HUB, which means no EQ adjustments, no presets, and no fine-tuning the sound to suit different games.
I find this quite confusing because the wireless tech is there, PC compatibility is there, and yet it doesn't support the software. Even a few basic EQ sliders would’ve helped squeeze more performance out of the headset, I think.
Battery Life and Charging
The Logitech G321 comes with a quoted battery life of over 20 hours, though Logitech’s fine print makes that a bit more complicated: the 20-hour claim applies to continuous playback at 78dB SPL once fully charged.
In practice, I found the headset started running a little low closer to the 15-hour mark, which is still enough for several gaming sessions but noticeably shorter than some competitors in this price range, many of which advertise 50+ hours of battery life. So while it’s decent for casual gaming, heavy users may find themselves needing to recharge more frequently — maybe every week or two, depending on playtime.
Charging is handled via USB-C, and the headset comes with a USB-C to USB-A cable. The USB-C connection does mean fast and convenient recharging, and while I didn’t test a full 0–100% cycle, charging from around 20% suggested it could reach a full charge within an hour or two. That’s more than sufficient to get back into gaming without too much downtime.
Price and Value for Money
Price-wise, you're looking at a $59.99 (£59.99) outlay, placing it in the relatively budget-friendly wireless headset category.
While that price isn't cheap, I do think it's quite impressive to find a wireless gaming headset at this price point, as most options under $60 tend to be wired rather than wireless. That said, there are other budget wireless headsets out there, and some do manage to deliver slightly more for a similar price, so the G321 isn’t entirely without competition.
For example, a quick look on Amazon shows options with Bluetooth 5.3 instead of 5.2, longer battery life, or even slightly larger 50mm drivers (though 40mm remains common). I haven’t personally tested all those alternatives, so I can’t speak to their performance directly, but it’s fair to say the market offers a few competitive choices at this price.
Where the G321 shines, however, is in comfort. Its lightweight design, paired with thick headband and earcup padding, makes it a standout in its class for long gaming sessions.
In terms of sound quality and mic performance, it performs adequately for casual gaming, but it doesn’t impress. The mic clarity is average, and without G HUB support, you can’t tweak audio or EQ settings to tailor the headset to different games, which feels like a missed opportunity in an era where customization is so common with most hardware.
Pros and Cons
Here's a quick summary:
Pros
- Extremely lightweight design (210g) makes long sessions comfortable.
- Thick headband and memory foam earcup padding enhances comfort.
- Directional audio performs well for competitive shooters.
- Reliable 2.4 GHz LIGHTSPEED and Bluetooth 5.2 wireless connections with minimal dropouts.
- Passive noise isolation effectively blocks out background sounds.
- Affordable budget-friendly price for a wireless gaming headset.
Cons
- The build feels slightly cheap and suffers from some creaky plastic.
- Microphone clarity is average and not flexible, limiting quality for streaming or crisp comms.
- Audio is a bit flat, and the bass can distort, making it less suitable for cinematic experiences.
- No G HUB compatibility, so no EQ adjustments or customization options.
- Battery life is shorter than some competitors, requiring more frequent charging.
Final Verdict
The Logitech G321 is a lightweight, comfortable, and budget-friendly wireless gaming headset that performs admirably in most shooters. Its directional audio is part of why it works well in this genre, while the passive noise isolation helps immersion. However, the flat sound profile and distorted bass limit cinematic experiences.
The microphone is average, and the lack of G HUB customization is a notable drawback. Connectivity is reliable, though, and charging via USB-C is convenient, but battery life falls short of some competitors.
Overall, the G321 is a good choice for casual and competitive gamers on a budget, offering comfort and dependable performance without breaking the bank, but it doesn’t push any boundaries in audio fidelity or feature set.
