Recently some gaming headsets from Trust hit the market and left me with the ‘flea behind my ear’. In addition to their good looks, the Trust GX9 498 Strong are accessible and licensed for PlayStation 5.
This means that it was a fully approved Sony product. And one of the good news is that it is already available in Portugal in black and white. I couldn’t resist getting my hands on it, and in this article I introduce you to the product and tell you what I think about it.
Key features of the Trust GXT 498 Forta
- 50mm drivers with 3D audio on PS5
- Flexible, detachable microphone with pop filter
- Volume and mute control on the headphones themselves
- 1.2 meter cable with 3.5mm output to connect to your PS5, PS4 or PC
- Ensured comfort on the headband and ear pads
- Made with 35% recycled plastics
- Weight of 253 grams
My take on the Trust GXT 498 Forta
The great attraction of the GXT 498 Forta is that they are licensed by Sony. This means that they are fully compatible to play on your PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 (any model). And I assure you that they are also compatible with Windows or Mac, as I have tried them in that context.
In both scenarios, they are headphones that stand out for having a careful construction and a very pleasant appearance. The PlayStation logo is prominently featured on the sides and they are available in this white I tested and in black.
A detail that follows the Trust trend is the environmental concern verified in this product. This is because they are mostly made of plastic, with 35% of this material being recycled.
The audio quality in gaming sessions is good, and this is especially noticeable in immersion, with 3D audio. This is because we are talking about headphones with 50mm drivers and a good distinction of the various sounds that you can find in your favorite games.
The controls on these headphones are pretty intuitive. As you can see in the image below, we have a volume slider on them and a mute button. This is the one you can use whenever you want to stop being heard on the other side through the microphone for more privacy.
As for the microphone itself, it is not only flexible but also removable. This means that we can place it whenever necessary in game sessions, and remove it if we don’t want it there. But we can also just push it away, that’s flexibility.
The cable with 3.5mm outputs has a length of 1.2 meters, and is ideal in terms of size to connect directly to your PlayStation 5 or PlayStation 4 controllers. plug and play.
Conclusion on the Trust GXT 498 Forta
In conclusion, the Trust GXT 498 Forta is an affordable solution for anyone looking for a gaming headset for their PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4 or PC. They are licensed by Sony itself, which guarantees full compatibility with the brand’s consoles.
They have quality audio, good build, and a versatile microphone that will pair perfectly with your PS5. The recommended price of €49.99 makes it an affordable product compared to Sony’s own competitors.
It is already on pre-sale on Amazon in Black and White for €50.81 with free shipping to Portugal. If you are not satisfied, it is a product that can be returned up to 30 days after purchase. For more information consult the Trust official website.
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