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Logitech G733 (Black) · Midnight Black — Gaming · 2020 · Black
Logitech

Logitech G733 (Black) · Midnight Black

Gaming · 2020 · Black

80
/ 100
From $129
VS
Bose QC45 wins by 8
Bose QC45 — Over-ear · 2021
Bose

Bose QC45

Over-ear · 2021

88
/ 100
From $329
Specdex verdict

Bose QC45 takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Logitech G733 (Black) · Midnight Black lands at 80 and Bose QC45 at 88. That puts Bose QC45 ahead by 8 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Logitech G733 (Black) · Midnight Black if…

  • ✓Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
  • ✓Detachable broadcast mic
  • ✓Console compatibility

Pick Bose QC45 if…

  • ✓Flagship comfort + ANC on modern models
  • ✓Premium build
  • ✓Active noise cancellation (most models)
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Sound quality

Bose QC45

Tuning, detail, and staging

Bose QC45 leads on sound (88 vs 80).

Noise cancelling

Bose QC45

ANC strength for commute and travel

Bose QC45 leads on anc (86 vs 70).

Comfort

Bose QC45

Long-session wearability

Bose QC45 leads on comfort (87 vs 78).

Value for money

Logitech G733 (Black) · Midnight Black

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Logitech G733 (Black) · Midnight Black more score per dollar ($129 vs $329).

Logitech G733 (Black) · Midnight Black 80
vs
88 Bose QC45

Score breakdown

Logitech G733 (Black) · Midnight Black
80
anc 70
sound 80
comfort 78
battery 86
features 80
Bose QC45
88
anc 86
sound 88
comfort 87
battery 82
features 84

Specs side-by-side

Logitech G733 (Black) · Midnight Black versus Bose QC45 — full spec comparison
Spec Logitech G733 (Black) · Midnight Black Bose QC45
Type
Gaming headset
Over-ear
Variant
Black
—
Release year
2020
2021

Logitech G733 (Black) · Midnight Black

Pros
  • +Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
  • +Detachable broadcast mic
  • +Console compatibility
Cons
  • −Bulkier than audiophile cans
  • −Game-tuned EQ
  • −Software required on PC

Bose QC45

Pros
  • +Flagship comfort + ANC on modern models
  • +Premium build
  • +Active noise cancellation (most models)
Cons
  • −Battery varies by codec
  • −Some are Bluetooth-only
  • −Price creep vs previous gen

FAQ: Logitech G733 (Black) · Midnight Black vs Bose QC45

Which is better, Logitech G733 (Black) · Midnight Black or Bose QC45? +

Bose QC45 scores 88 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 8. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Logitech G733 (Black) · Midnight Black worth the price? +

At $129, Logitech G733 (Black) · Midnight Black delivers a Specdex score of 80 — strongest in battery.

Is Bose QC45 worth the price? +

At $329, Bose QC45 delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in sound.

Does Logitech G733 (Black) · Midnight Black or Bose QC45 last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for sound quality, Logitech G733 (Black) · Midnight Black or Bose QC45? +

Bose QC45 — leads on sound (88 vs 80). Tuning, detail, and staging.

Which is better for noise cancelling, Logitech G733 (Black) · Midnight Black or Bose QC45? +

Bose QC45 — leads on anc (86 vs 70). ANC strength for commute and travel.