Logitech G923 – Hold on to your gears
Today I’m revisiting the Logitech G923. I reviewed it more than a year ago, but that review was… let’s say, a bit careless. This time I’m giving it the attention it deserves.
🎨 Design & Build Quality
The wheelbase comes in a sober black design, featuring the TrueForce logo on the front. It’s entirely made of plastic, but Logitech added some subtle styling lines that are reminiscent of muscle-car vents.
The steering wheel itself is a D-shape, measures 27.5 cm, and has an aluminum frame with a very convincing leather—or leather-like—upholstery. It feels good in the hands, and the button layout changes depending on the platform. The buttons themselves are surprisingly high-quality: the PlayStation buttons have a tactile “click” and a shiny surface, and the rotary knob feels sturdy with precise movement. The shifters are simple metal paddles, but they work accurately.
Inside, a dual-motor FFB system produces up to 2.3 Nm of torque, transferred through a set of gears.
For mounting, Logitech includes the well-known front clamps, but thankfully, there are also two bolt-points for rig installation.
🎛️ Pedals
Above-average for entry-level kits: metal arms and faces (a little small), potentiometer sensing, carpet-biters included. Logitech added a progressive brake — more resistance the further you push — which improves feel vs older cheap sets, though it’s not a load-cell solution.
⚙️ Technology: Gear-Driven FFB
The G923 remains gear-driven (like the G29/G920) — the last of its kind widely sold. That means:
- Pros: extremely reliable, runs cool, long service life.
- Cons: not as smooth or detailed as belt/hybrid/direct-drive systems; noticeable gear notches during rotation.
If you value durability and a “set it and forget it” unit, the gear system is a valid choice.
🏁 Driving Impressions
Assetto Corsa Competizione (ACC)
Soft, easy-to-manage force feedback. Low detail layering and noticeable gear notches in corners. Good for casual play but less revealing for fine car feedback.
BeamNG & TrueForce
BeamNG supports TrueForce and shows its strengths: audio/telemetry → haptic vibrations (engine rumble, terrain feel). TrueForce adds immersion, especially in exploratory or off-road sims. Even at high intensity it stays relatively gentle, but in BeamNG it works very well.
Overall the wheel’s smoothness is limited by gearing; TrueForce helps mask some limits but can’t replace raw torque/detail.
🧰 Software
Logitech G-Hub is simple and user friendly — almost minimal. Great for beginners, limited for power users. Most fine-tuning will still happen inside each game.
🔗 Ecosystem & Compatibility
Ecosystem is minimal: a shifter is available; wheels are not swappable. Two hardware SKUs: PlayStation+PC or Xbox+PC — check that before buying used.
💸 Price & Value
- Logitech store: ~350€
- Retail: around 300€ (often discounted)
- Second-hand: good deals around 150–200€ depending on condition.
Market moved on: for the same money you can sometimes get a belt or low-end direct drive used. Recommendation: buy used, not new.
✅ Pros / ❌ Cons (Quick)
✅ Reliable and very durable
✅ TrueForce adds immersion in supported games
✅ Easy setup and broad compatibility (platform variants)
❌ Gear-driven notches reduce immersion vs belt/DD units
❌ Limited software customization
❌ Pedals use potentiometers (less future-proof)
🔚 Conclusion
The G923 is a dependable, forgiving wheel — great casual driving and racing, and players who want something that just works. But in 2024 the tech feels dated at full retail price. If you find a good second-hand deal, it’s an excellent starter. Buying new? I’d weigh newer belt/hybrid options first.
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