Logitech G RS50 Base vs Logitech G RS50 System
Both are wheelbases. Here is every published spec side by side, with the source for each figure at the bottom of the page.
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The difference in one line
The RS50 Base costs $250 less than the RS50 System.
Specs side by side
| Logitech G RS50 Base | Logitech G RS50 System | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $449.99 | $699.99 |
| Torque | 8 Nm | 8 Nm |
| Drive system | direct-drive | direct-drive |
| Quick release | Not published | Not published |
| Mounting | Not published | Not published |
| Input voltage | Not published | Not published |
| Platforms | PCPlayStation 5Xbox Series X|S | PCPlayStation 5Xbox Series X|S |
Logitech G RS50 Base: pros, cons, and who it suits
Pros
- Costs $250 less than the RS50 System.
- Better force per dollar: 17.8 Nm per $1,000 against 11.4.
Cons
Nothing in the published specs counts against it here.
Who it suits
Mid force. 8 Nm is where most drivers settle, and it is enough to feel the front axle load without needing a heavy rig, in the $300 to $600 band.
Logitech G RS50 System: pros, cons, and who it suits
Pros
Nothing in the published specs favours it over the RS50 Base.
Cons
- Costs $250 more than the RS50 Base.
Who it suits
Mid force. 8 Nm is where most drivers settle, and it is enough to feel the front axle load without needing a heavy rig, in the $600 to $1,000 band.
Which should you choose?
On budget alone, the RS50 Base is the cheaper of the two at $449.99, against $699.99 for the RS50 System.
What changed from the RS50 Base to the RS50 System
Both are Logitech G wheelbases, so this is a step within one range rather than a cross-brand choice.
- List price moves from $449.99 to $699.99, a difference of $250.
Where to buy
Full RS50 Base specs · Full RS50 System specs
Every spec on this page was read from the manufacturer's own published documentation.