Updated 28 Oct 2026
Is the Logitech G435 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Headset worth it?
Yes, as a cheap wireless headset for a child or a small head.
It's very light and comfortable, fits most adult heads too, and connects with a low-lag USB dongle or Bluetooth for about 20 hours per charge. A volume limiter can cap it at 85 or 100 dB to protect young ears, although one tester measured it going louder than promised. The mic is built into the earcup rather than on a boom, so it picks up background noise and sounds harsh, there's no EQ, it can't be used with a cable, and some owners report trouble with the dongle and firmware updates.
84%of 192 owners give it 4 or 5 stars
- Very light and comfortable
- Dongle and Bluetooth
- Volume limiter for younger ears
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What owners say
Owners love how light and comfortable it is, the sound for the money, and many bought it for a child who's happy with it. The main complaint by far is the built-in mic, followed by dropping connections, a thin headband and consoles it didn't work with.
Good to know
- The built-in mic picks up background noise and can sound harsh.
- No EQ or sound presets.
- Wireless only: there's no cable option.
- About 20 hours per charge, less than most rivals.
From 192 buyer ratings at Currys, every complaint read by us, October 2026. How we do this
What they love
- Good valueMentioned a lot
- Light and comfortableMentioned a lot
- Good soundMentioned a lot
- Great for a child or teenagerAlso mentioned
- Easy to connect by dongle or BluetoothAlso mentioned
- Good battery lifeAlso mentioned
What they complain about
- Weak or poor micRare
- Connection drops or Bluetooth lagRare
- Thin headband, cheap or fragile feelRare
Get it if…
- You're buying a first wireless headset for a child.
- You want a light, cheap wireless headset for PC, PlayStation or Switch.
Skip it if…
- You chat in team games: the Razer BlackShark V2 X has a far better mic.
- You play on Xbox: it doesn't work there wirelessly.
For the curious
A deeper look at full specs.
Light
It weighs just 165 g.
No boom mic
The microphones are built in; there's no arm to flip down.
Two connections
Use the USB receiver for PC and PlayStation, Bluetooth for Switch and phones.
Technical specifications
| Connection | LIGHTSPEED USB-A receiver or Bluetooth, up to 10 m |
|---|---|
| Drivers | 40 mm, 20 Hz–20 kHz |
| Mic | Built-in, 100 Hz–8 kHz |
| Battery | Up to 18 hours; USB-C charging |
| Max volume | Under 100 dB, optional limiter under 85 dB |
| Spatial audio | Dolby Atmos, Tempest 3D AudioTech and Windows Sonic compatible |
| Works with | PC, Mac, PlayStation 4/5 (USB), Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 (Bluetooth) |
| Weight | 165 g |
| Recycled plastic | At least 22% |
From the maker's spec sheet for model Logitech G435 LIGHTSPEED, checked October 2026. Versions sold in other countries can differ slightly.
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How we reached this verdict
RTINGS calls it a low-cost headset designed for younger users that still fits most adults: comfortable, about 20 hours per charge and low latency over the dongle, with a reasonable mic that struggles with noise and no EQ. T3 (3/5) found it light and comfortable with good game sound, but the mic harsh. SoundGuys (7/10) sees it as one of the best headsets for kids, though its volume limiter didn't cap the volume as much as claimed.
We compared independent expert reviews with the manufacturer's specifications, then checked it's sold at a major retailer where you live. We don't test products ourselves.
Sources: RTINGS, T3, SoundGuys, Logitech G, RTINGS, Tom's Hardware, PC Gamer, manufacturer specifications.
Updated 28 Oct 2026How we decide