The Logitech G RS50 is Logitech’s entry point into direct drive, and it does something few direct drive systems bother with: it works on PS5 and PS4 as well as PC. Sold as a base bundled with a wheel hub and an 11 inch rim, it is rated at 8 Nm of peak torque through Logitech’s TRUEFORCE feedback system. Before judging how that torque feels, it helps to see where 8 Nm actually sits against the direct drive field.

This review looks at what the RS50 bundle includes, how its torque compares to the rest of the direct drive tier, and who is better served elsewhere. We compared manufacturer specifications with recurring owner feedback, and you can read how we review.

What it is and where it sits

The RS50 sits at the base of Logitech’s direct drive lineup, positioned as the entry step above the brand’s older belt and gear driven wheels like the G923. What sets it apart from most of the direct drive field is platform reach: it is built for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and Windows 10 or 11, where a lot of comparable bases in this class are sold PC only. This listing is the PlayStation and PC version; Logitech also sells a separate Xbox and PC version of the RS50. That console compatibility is arguably the headline feature here, not the torque number. This particular listing is a bundle, pairing the base with Logitech’s RS Wheel Hub and an 11 inch RS Round Wheel, so you get a complete, ready to mount system rather than a base you dress yourself.

Force feedback and build character

Direct drive works by bolting the wheel rim straight to the motor shaft, skipping the belt or gear stage that softens detail in cheaper wheels. At 8 Nm of peak torque, the RS50 lands below the popular 9 to 12 Nm mid tier that bases like the MOZA R9 or R12 occupy, but comfortably ahead of what any belt or gear driven wheel can produce. Logitech pairs that output with TRUEFORCE, its feedback technology that reads directly from a game’s physics engine rather than relying only on generic effects, which the brand credits for the sharper detail resolution its direct drive line is built around. Reviewers who race similar TRUEFORCE equipped Logitech bases describe the difference from the brand’s older gear driven wheels as most obvious in small road texture and weight transfer, the details a geared system tends to round off. As with any direct drive base, 8 Nm is still enough to shake a soft desk clamp, so a rigid mount matters here too.

What’s in the box

The bundle includes the RS50 base, the RS Wheel Hub, and the RS Round Wheel, plus a power supply, USB cable, table clamp, and desk and racing seat mounting hardware. The hub carries 13 console specific buttons and adjustable paddle shifters sized to fit rims up to 12 millimeters wide, with a quick release built in. The 11 inch rim itself is wrapped in silicone leather with a fuller grip profile that Logitech positions as well suited to rallying and drifting, where rapid hand over hand rotation matters more than a thin, race focused grip. The whole hub and rim system is swappable, so owners can move to other Racing Series, PRO Series, or Logitech G x MOMO wheels later without replacing the base. Pedals are not part of this listing and need to be sourced separately.

Pros and cons

What works:

  • 8 Nm direct drive with TRUEFORCE feedback, priced into the entry tier of the category
  • Works on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PC, not a given for a direct drive base
  • Wheel hub and rim included and ready to mount, not a bare base purchase
  • Quick release system lets the rim swap for other Logitech wheels later

What to weigh:

  • Pedals are not included and need to be bought separately
  • 8 Nm is modest next to the 9 to 12 Nm mid tier bases built for heavier GT and open wheel cars
  • Direct drive at this level still needs a rigid, bolted mount to deliver its full benefit

Who it is for

The RS50 fits a PlayStation or PC racer who wants a genuine step into direct drive without leaving the console ecosystem, and who is coming from a belt or gear driven wheel and wants to feel what TRUEFORCE adds. It also suits a buyer who wants a complete, bundled system rather than shopping separately for a base, hub, and rim. If you are still deciding how much torque you actually need, our torque guide is a useful next stop.

Who should skip it

Skip the RS50 if you race heavy GT cars or open wheelers and want the extra headroom of a 9 to 12 Nm base, since 8 Nm is a real ceiling here. Skip it too if you want pedals in the same box, since this listing does not include them; see our best sim racing pedals guide for options. And if direct drive itself is a new concept, read what direct drive actually means before you buy, then compare the wider field in best direct drive wheels.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there an Xbox version of the Logitech G RS50?

Yes. This review covers the PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PC edition, while Logitech sells a separate Xbox and PC edition whose bundle includes an Xbox version of the RS Wheel Hub. Check the platform named on the listing before you buy, and see our best racing wheels for Xbox Series X roundup if you play on Xbox.