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Logitech RS50 Base - PS5/PS4/PC vs Thrustmaster T598 Servo Base - PS5/PS4/PC

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Verdict

Logitech RS50 Base - PS5/PS4/PC leads on 5 criteria vs 3 for Thrustmaster T598 Servo Base - PS5/PS4/PC (8 tied).

  • Logitech RS50 Base - PS5/PS4/PC is 6% cheaper

  • Logitech RS50 Base - PS5/PS4/PC delivers 60% more torque (8Nm vs 5Nm) — 5Nm may clip in some titles, 8Nm provides more headroom

  • Different ecosystems: committing to Logitech or Thrustmaster determines compatible wheels

  • Logitech RS50 Base - PS5/PS4/PC has RGB LEDs — customizable colors and richer visual alerts

  • Logitech RS50 Base - PS5/PS4/PC offers better torque value (41% less per Nm)

Specs comparison

Spec
Logitech RS50 Base - PS5/PS4/PC
Thrustmaster T598 Servo Base - PS5/PS4/PC
Force Feedback
Direct Drive
Direct Drive
Max Torque
8Nm
—
Sustained Torque
—
5Nm
Max Rotation
2,700°
1,080°
Quick Release
Logitech Pro QR
Thrustmaster Fast Release
Ecosystem
Logitech
Thrustmaster
QR Data Transport
Proprietary Pins
Proprietary Pins
Platforms
PC, PS4, PS5
PC, PS4, PS5
PSU Power
—
98W
Housing Material
Aluminum
Plastic
RGB LEDs
SimHub Compatible
Software
Ghub
Thrustmaster Control Panel
Mobile App
Mounting Options
Hard Mount, Desk Clamp
Desk Clamp
Emergency Stop
None
None
Connectivity
USB
USB
USB Passthrough
None
None
Quick Release Included
—
Dimensions
185 x 161 x 180
300 x 280 x 320
Weight
4.4kg
4.7kg

Where to buy

Logitech RS50 Base - PS5/PS4/PC

  • logitechBest price
    329.99 €Buy

Thrustmaster T598 Servo Base - PS5/PS4/PC

  • UrbanTechBest price
    349.00 €Buy
  • PcComponentes
    364.94 €Buy
  • SimRaceWebshopOut of stock
    396.68 €Buy
  • Thrustmaster
    399.99 €Buy
  • simmotion
    399.99 €Buy

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Frequently asked questions

Which is the better choice, the Logitech RS50 Base - PS5/PS4/PC or the Thrustmaster T598 Servo Base - PS5/PS4/PC?

It depends on how you drive. The verdict above weighs the specs, the live prices and what the community reports, so you decide on facts rather than on a marketing sheet.

Where do you buy the Logitech RS50 Base - PS5/PS4/PC or the Thrustmaster T598 Servo Base - PS5/PS4/PC at the best price?

We compare the live prices of every shop we track for both products. The "Where to buy" section above shows the best offer of the day.

Are Logitech accessories compatible with Thrustmaster?

Each brand has its own ecosystem: quick release, data link, drivers. Logitech and Thrustmaster do not share theirs, so check the compatibility guide of the product, or let the builder check your whole setup.

The Logitech RS50 Base - PS5/PS4/PC or the Thrustmaster T598 Servo Base - PS5/PS4/PC for console sim racing?

Console support depends on the exact model: read the platform row of the spec table above. On PC both work without restriction.

How do you choose between these two?

Start with your budget, then your main use (GT, rally, drift, F1), then what your rig already has. The setup quiz narrows it down in three minutes.

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