Background

The Logitech G522 Lightspeed headset features a lightweight 290 g frame with a suspension headband and mesh-covered memory foam ear cushions. It offers three connection options: Lightspeed wireless (via USB-A dongle), Bluetooth 5.3, and USB-C wired. Audio is delivered through 40 mm PRO-G drivers. The detachable boom mic supports 48 kHz capture with Blue VO!CE tuning. Battery life reaches up to 90 hours without lighting, or 40 hours with RGB enabled. The headset includes 8-zone LIGHTSYNC RGB.

Identification

The G522 Lightspeed headset features oval-shaped ear cups with the Logitech logo on each end of the headband. "G522" is etched on the bottom-front side of the right earcup.

To locate the part number (P/N) and model number (M/N), you'll need to remove the left ear pad and check on the ear cup. The G522 Lightspeed has the following part numbers:

  • Black: 981-001491
  • White: 981-001517

Specifications

  • Dimensions
    • Height: 7.92 in (201.1 mm)
    • Width: 7.26 in (184.4 mm)
    • Depth: 3.19 in (81 mm)
  • Weight: 10.23 oz (290 g)
  • Headphone
    • Driver: 1.57 in(40mm) PRO-G Drivers
    • Headphone Frequency Response: 20Hz-20kHz
    • Headphone Sensitivity: 97dB at 1000Hz with input 0.62V(10mW)/1cm
  • Microphone
    • Pick up pattern: Omni
    • Microphone Frequency response: 70Hz-20kHz
  • Battery & Charging
    • No lighting: up to 90 hrs
    • Default lighting: up to 40 hrs
  • Connectivity
    • Lightspeed Wireless via USB-A dongle
    • Bluetooth 5.3
    • USB-C wired
    • Connectivity Wireless range: Up to 30 meters
  • Compatibility
    • Lightspeed: Windows, macOS, or PlayStation 5 with a USB-A 2.0 port
    • Bluetooth: Compatible with devices supporting Bluetooth 5.0 or greater

Additional Information