Simagic · wheel · 2023
Simagic GT Neo
300 mm carbon-composite GT wheel with 10 RGB buttons, magnetic paddles and QR50 included
Simagic's mainstream GT rim: wireless, with magnetic paddles, dual clutch and a full button layout. It is the default pairing for an Alpha EVO base.
AI rating
- Ergonomics
- 8
- Controls
- 8
- Build quality
- 8
- Versatility
- 7
- Value
- 7
Who it suits
- First rig
- 6
- Console racing
- 0
- Competitive racing
- 8
- Small rooms
- 7
- Tight budgets
- 6
- Enthusiasts
- 7
Scores are AI analysis of public information (specs, manuals, published reviews and owner reports), not a hands-on test. How we rate
Pros and cons
- Wireless link to Simagic bases, so no coiled cable
- Magnetic shifters and dual clutch paddles feel crisp
- Enough buttons and encoders for iRacing and ACC without a button box
- Best experience only on Simagic bases
- No display; rev LEDs only
Watch out: Wireless works through Simagic bases; on other brands you need Simagic's receiver or adapter, so check before mixing brands.
What it feels like
- Grip
- Weight
- Clickiness
- Reach
Light for a 300 mm rim, so it won't tire your wrists on long stints.
Lots of buttons and encoders sit within thumb reach.
Short-travel buttons give a crisp, positive press.
Feels like a compact GT3 steering wheel: busy with controls but light in the hands.
What the GT Neo works with
- Attaches with the Simagic quick release, so it fits bases that use the same system.
- With the right base it works on PC.
Wheel bases it fits
Platforms show where each pairing works.
| Part | Works on | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Simagic Alpha EVO Pro (18 Nm) | PS5XboxPC | 84 |
| Simagic Alpha EVO (12 Nm) | PS5XboxPC | 82 |
| Simagic Alpha EVO Sport (9 Nm) | PS5XboxPC | 80 |
Rigs that use it
- Track Day TriplesPC · $6,828
Tech facts
| Diameter | 300 mm (11.8 in) |
|---|---|
| Paddles | Magnetic shift paddles + dual clutch |
| Display | No |
| Grip | Alcantara |
| Connection | Maglink cable (QR50 quick release) |
| Software | SimPro Manager |
| Quick release | Simagic quick release |
| Size (W × D × H) | 12 × 3 × 7 in (30 × 8 × 19 cm) |
| Weight | 3 lb (1.4 kg) |
| Materials | Aluminum, carbon fiber, plastic and alcantara |
| Released | 2023 |
| Platforms | PS5XboxPC |
Our take
AI analysis of public information, not a hands-on review.
The GT Neo is Simagic's current-generation GT-style wheel, and the pricing makes it more interesting than its spec sheet suggests. Simagic's own page lists it at $239 on sale from $289, well under the $499 in our entry. It is a 300 mm round rim in injection-molded carbon-fiber-reinforced composite, 1,100 g without the quick release. Controls are generous: ten RGB buttons, four rotary encoders, two thumb encoders and two seven-way switches, plus magnetic paddles. The QR50 quick release is in the box. The new Maglink connection also lets it work with some third-party wheelbases through a cable, so it isn't strictly locked to Simagic bases. That's useful if you later change bases, but check your base's compatibility before buying. The catch is the grip: Simagic describes a composite rim, not Alcantara, so don't expect suede-like texture. It also has no screen, and it's PC-only. For a first rig on a Simagic base it's a sensible all-round pick. For other brands, confirm the adapter or cable route first. This is an analysis from published specs, not hands-on testing.
Questions buyers ask
Does it work with non-Simagic wheelbases?
Simagic says Maglink gives plug-and-play support for select third-party bases through a cable. Check the compatibility list for your base before ordering.
Is the quick release included?
Yes. Simagic's page lists the QR50 quick release as included, along with the paddle modules and a connecting wire.
Does it work on console?
No. It's a PC product and is set up through Simagic's SimPro Manager software. SimHub wireless support is described as upcoming.