Logitech RS50 confirmed as 8Nm direct drive PC and console racing wheel

• Logitech RS50 is a new PC, PlayStation or Xbox compatible racing wheel
• On sale from 17th September, a direct drive wheel base with peak torque of 8Nm
• Prices start from $349.99 / €299.99 for the PC-only base, and rise to $699.99 / €649.99 for a console-compatible bundle with desk mount and a steering wheel
• New load cell RS Pedals unveiled, but will be released later in 2025 for $159.99 / €149.99
• Fresh McLaren-branded Logitech accessories also available

Despite claiming to have the world’s largest racing wheel install base, Logitech has, in recent years, failed to capitalise on its head start.

Compared to younger, leaner, rivals, it has stuck with gear-driven entry-level devices such as the long-established G29 and G923, and topped its range with the 11Nm direct drive G Pro wheel, which starts at a not inconsiderable $999 / €1,099.

Now, three years later, it has finally plugged that gaping hole in the middle of its range with the RS50 – an 8Nm direct drive device to take on the likes of Thrustmaster’s T598 (2024), Moza Racing’s R5 and R9 (2022) and Fanatec’s CSL DD and Gran Turismo DD Pro (2021 and 2022).

The 8Nm is a peak figure, comparable to rivals, with a 2700 degrees of rotation – the large number with truck simulation in mind.

It will be compatible with PC and PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5, with Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S available when paired to an Xbox-specific wheel.

Naturally, those on PC can adjust settings via Logitech’s software, but there is also a screen on the base for those on console to tweak settings. Unlike the company’s entry-level wheels, there is a quick release to support the use of an expanded wheel range, which will include a McLaren-branded item.

Also unlike the existing G29 and G923, the ability to mount the RS50 to a table is not built into the device. Instead, a separate clamp is required, and unlike the Revosim Pure, also a competitor when PlayStation and Xbox versions arrive later this year, this is an optional extra.

As ever, Logitech’s proprietary haptic physics and audio engine system, ‘TRUEFORCE’, is included.

The company is expecting Project Motor Racing, Japanese Drift Master, Endurance Motorsport Series, Tokyo Xtreme Racer, American Truck Simulator and Euro Truck Simulator 2 to support an ever-growing list of titles that support the system, alongside the likes of iRacing, Assetto Corsa Competizione, EA SPORTS F1 25 and Gran Turismo 7.

Pricing starts at $349.99 / €299.99 for the PC-only wheel base. That’s $449.99 / €399.99 for the PlayStation-compatible base.

This is bumped up to $699.99 / €649.99 as a ‘system’ bundle, which includes the table clamp and a steering wheel – consisting of the RS Wheel Hub and RS Round Wheel (rim). The new equipment is on sale as of today, 17th September 2025.

No bundle currently includes the new (below) pedals, sadly.

New RS Pedals to follow

To go with the new wheel base, there is a set of all-new RS Pedals, which include a 75kg-capable load cell brake and a hall-effect throttle for $159.99 / €149.99. A clutch pedal will be an optional extra for $44.99 / €39.99.

These are made from a metal (steel) frame, with particular attention paid to some grips to prevent slipping on carpet. There are also extenders to, according to Logitech, “prevent tipping under braking”, which can double as a wall brace.

Response curve settings can be adjusted in the PC or Mac G Hub software, and for console players, these tweaks can be saved to the wheel bases’ onboard memory to carry over.

Interestingly, while unveiled today (17th September 2025), Logitech lists them for a Q4 2025 release, and to reiterate, they are not part of the initial RS50 bundles.

For console players, that could be a deal breaker. On PC, you can use any pedal set directly plugged in via USB. It wouldn’t be too unreasonable to expect a bundle with pedals available at a later date.

Existing Logitech potentiometer pedals bundled with a G29 or G293 can be used by purchasing a Logitech G Racing Adapter, or there are the existing load cell Logitech G PRO Racing Pedals available for $349 / €389.

There’s also a new range of sim racing-related Logitech and McLaren accessories, including a branded wheel, which we’ve covered separately.