Buying Guide

The Best Logitech Gaming Mice

Six Logitech G mice compared on weight, sensor, buttons and battery, from the 60g PRO X Superlight 2 to the wired G502 Hero.

By The PC Journal editorial team

12 min read6 products evaluated

Logitech G sells both the lightest esports mice and the heaviest button-laden ones, so the best model depends on grip and genre.\n\nWe compared six on weight, sensor, buttons, connection and battery.

Quick Picks

Our 6 recommendations at a glance. Tap a pick for the full verdict.

  1. Lightest Mouse

    Logitech G PRO X Superlight 2 Wireless Mouse

    The lightest weight here (60g).

    Best for: Fast flick aiming.

    Our take Check price for Logitech G PRO X Superlight 2 Wireless Mouse (opens in a new tab)

  2. Best Ambidextrous Pick

    Logitech G PRO 2 Lightspeed Wireless Mouse

    An ambidextrous shape with a Hero 2 sensor.

    Best for: Left-handed players and claw grips.

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  3. Best Wireless G502

    Logitech G502 X Plus Wireless Mouse

    The G502 shape with Lightspeed and Lightforce switches.

    Best for: Palm grips that want many buttons wirelessly.

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  4. Best Dual-Mode Budget Pick

    Logitech G309 Lightspeed Wireless Mouse

    Lightspeed and Bluetooth on one mouse.

    Best for: Players who also use a laptop.

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  5. Best Budget Wireless

    Logitech G305 Lightspeed Wireless Mouse

    A 250-hour AA battery life.

    Best for: Tight budgets that still want wireless.

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  6. Most Buttons

    Logitech G502 Hero Wired Mouse

    The most button count here (11).

    Best for: Macros and editing shortcuts.

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Our Picks

Logitech G PRO X Superlight 2 Wireless Mouse

Lightest Mouse1 of 6

Logitech G PRO X Superlight 2 Wireless Mouse on Amazon (opens in a new tab)

The Superlight 2 is Logitech's esports mouse: 60g, a Hero 2 sensor and Lightforce switches, with little else in the way.

Best for

Fast flick aiming.

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Skip it if price comes first: the G305 cost less when we checked.

Why we like it

Its zero-additive PTFE feet glide smoothly, and LIGHTFORCE hybrid switches give a tactile click. The PRO X Superlight 2's dongle works best on a front USB port or an extender near the mouse. It also brings light 60g body.

The nearest alternative on weight is the G309 at 68g, against 60g here. It makes the most sense for fast flick aiming, since it offers the lightest weight here (60g). At our last price check it topped the group, with the G502 X Plus the nearest cheaper option. If you want a confirmed button count, look to the G502 Hero instead: it offers 11, while this one gives no figure.

Key dimensions & specs

  • Weight: 60g
  • Max DPI: 44,000
  • Connection: Lightspeed 2.4GHz

Pros

  • Light 60g body
  • Hero 2 sensor
  • Lightforce hybrid optical-mechanical switches
  • The lightest weight here (60g)

Cons

  • Costs more than the G305 at the time of writing
Logitech G PRO 2 Lightspeed Wireless Mouse

Best Ambidextrous Pick2 of 6

Logitech G PRO 2 Lightspeed Wireless Mouse on Amazon (opens in a new tab)

The G PRO 2 keeps Logitech's newest sensor and switches in an ambidextrous shape, for players who find the Superlight too narrow or who aim left-handed.

Best for

Left-handed players and claw grips.

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Skip it if price comes first: the G305 cost less when we checked.

Why we like it

Its HERO 2 sensor reaches 44,000 DPI and tracks above 888 IPS. LIGHTSPEED wireless is tested for tournament-grade reliability. You also get Lightforce hybrid switches.

The G PRO 2's dongle works best on a front USB port or an extender near the mouse. Before buying, weigh one limit: costs more than the G305 at the time of writing. On price it sat fourth of 6, between the cheaper G309 and the pricier G502 X Plus, at the time of writing. The maker doesn't give its weight; if that figure matters, the PRO X Superlight 2 weighs 60g.

Key dimensions & specs

  • Connection: Lightspeed 2.4GHz
  • Shape: Ambidextrous

Pros

  • Ambidextrous shape
  • Hero 2 sensor
  • Lightforce hybrid switches

Cons

  • Costs more than the G305 at the time of writing
Logitech G502 X Plus Wireless Mouse

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Logitech G502 X Plus Wireless Mouse on Amazon (opens in a new tab)

The G502 X Plus brings the familiar G502 shape to Lightspeed wireless, with Lightforce switches and RGB lighting.

Best for

Palm grips that want many buttons wirelessly.

Skip if

If budget leads, the G305 was cheaper at our last price check.

Why we like it

Its dual-mode wheel switches between free spin and ratcheting and tilts for two more controls, and LIGHTFORCE hybrid switches pair optical speed with a mechanical feel. Eight-LED lighting dims to save battery. It also offers a Hero 25K sensor.

The G502 X Plus's dongle works best on a front USB port or an extender near the mouse. Before buying, weigh one limit: costs more than the G305 at the time of writing. Its price falls between the G PRO 2 and the PRO X Superlight 2, based on our last check. Buyers who need a confirmed weight should compare it with the PRO X Superlight 2, which weighs 60g.

Key dimensions & specs

  • Connection: Lightspeed 2.4GHz

Pros

  • Hero 25K sensor
  • Lightforce hybrid switches
  • RGB lighting on the classic G502 shape
  • The G502 shape with Lightspeed and Lightforce switches

Cons

  • Costs more than the G305 at the time of writing
Logitech G309 Lightspeed Wireless Mouse

Best Dual-Mode Budget Pick4 of 6

Logitech G309 Lightspeed Wireless Mouse on Amazon (opens in a new tab)

The G309 runs on a single AA cell and weighs 68g with a lithium battery.

Best for

Players who also use a laptop.

Skip if

Skip it if price comes first: the G305 cost less when we checked.

Why we like it

It adds Bluetooth, which the G305 lacks. LIGHTFORCE hybrid switches combine optical speed with a mechanical feel, and six buttons are programmable. It runs on one AA battery.

One AA battery lasts over 300 hours, or indefinitely on a POWERPLAY mat, and a receiver extender and grip tape are included. You also get a Hero 25K sensor. Keep the G309 on its dongle for games; Bluetooth is for a laptop.

Before buying, weigh one limit: costs more than the G305 at the time of writing. Its price falls between the G502 Hero and the G PRO 2, based on our last check.

Key dimensions & specs

  • Weight: 68g
  • Programmable buttons: 6
  • Connection: Lightspeed 2.4GHz, Bluetooth

Pros

  • Dongle plus Bluetooth
  • 68g with a lithium AA cell, 86g with an alkaline one
  • Hero 25K sensor
  • Lightspeed and Bluetooth on one mouse

Cons

  • Costs more than the G305 at the time of writing
Logitech G305 Lightspeed Wireless Mouse

Best Budget Wireless5 of 6

Logitech G305 Lightspeed Wireless Mouse on Amazon (opens in a new tab)

The G305 is the cheapest Lightspeed mouse and still one of the best values in wireless gaming mice, with a 250 hours on one AA.

Best for

Tight budgets that still want wireless.

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Look at the other picks if you need a feature not covered above.

Why we like it

The HERO sensor is up to 10 times more power efficient than earlier sensors, which stretches battery life, and the receiver stores inside the mouse. LIGHTSPEED wireless reports at 1ms. You also get runs on a single AA battery.

The G305's dongle works best on a front USB port or an extender near the mouse. It was the cheapest of the group when we checked; the G502 Hero was the next step up. Buyers who need a confirmed weight should compare it with the PRO X Superlight 2, which weighs 60g.

Key dimensions & specs

  • Max DPI: 12,000
  • Battery life: 250 hours
  • Connection: Lightspeed 2.4GHz

Pros

  • Up to 250 hours per charge
  • Hero sensor
  • Runs on a single AA battery
  • A 250-hour AA battery life
Logitech G502 Hero Wired Mouse

Most Buttons6 of 6

Logitech G502 Hero Wired Mouse on Amazon (opens in a new tab)

The G502 Hero is the wired classic, with 11 buttons and removable weights to tune the feel.

Best for

Macros and editing shortcuts.

Skip if

Price-first buyers should look at the G305, which cost less when we checked.

Why we like it

Its HERO sensor tracks up to 25,600 DPI, and five 3.6g weights tune the balance. Metal springs tension the main buttons. You get a wired connection here, which sets it apart from the G305 and its a lightspeed 2.4GHz connection.

It also brings no battery to charge. It makes the most sense for macros and editing shortcuts, since it offers the most button count here (11). It was priced above the G305 and below the G309 at the time of writing. There is no published weight figure, whereas the PRO X Superlight 2 weighs 60g.

Key dimensions & specs

  • Programmable buttons: 11
  • Connection: Wired

Pros

  • 11 programmable buttons
  • No battery to charge
  • Hero sensor
  • Adjustable weights

Cons

  • Costs more than the G305 at the time of writing

How We Chose These Logitech Mice

Each pick was assessed across 4 criteria weighted for real-world use.

Buttons
We counted programmable buttons where the listing states them.
Weight and shape
We recorded listed weights and whether the shape is right-handed or ambidextrous.
Connection and battery
We checked dongle, Bluetooth and wired modes and the rated battery life.
Sensor figures
We noted maximum DPI and polling rate, while treating them as secondary.

What to Look for in a Logitech Mouse

Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.

  1. Weight changes how aim feels

    Mice around 60g are easy to flick and lift. Heavier mice feel steadier for tracking. A difference of 10g is noticeable over a long session.

  2. Shape and grip come first

    Palm grips suit longer, higher-backed mice; claw and fingertip grips suit shorter, lighter shells. Ambidextrous shapes fit either hand but often have fewer side buttons.

  3. Count the buttons you will use

    MMO mice put 12 or more buttons under the thumb for hotbars. Shooters rarely need more than two side buttons.

  4. Wireless is no longer a handicap

    A 2.4GHz dongle matches a cable for games. Check battery life with lighting on and whether the mouse charges while in use.

  5. DPI figures past 20,000 do not matter much

    Most players use 400 to 3,200 DPI. Very high maximums are marketing; sensor consistency matters more.

  6. High polling rates cost battery

    4,000Hz and 8,000Hz modes cut reporting delay slightly but drain wireless batteries faster and use more CPU time.

How to Choose a Logitech Mouse

By priority

PriorityConsiderWhy
Fast flick aimingPRO X Superlight 2The lightest weight here (60g)
Left-handed players and claw gripsG PRO 2An ambidextrous shape with a Hero 2 sensor
Palm grips that want many buttons wirelesslyG502 X PlusThe G502 shape with Lightspeed and Lightforce switches
Players who also use a laptopG309Lightspeed and Bluetooth on one mouse
Tight budgets that still want wirelessG305A 250-hour AA battery life
Macros and editing shortcutsG502 HeroThe most button count here (11)

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Key specs side by side

Figures as each maker states them.

MiceWeightProgrammable buttonsMax DPIConnection
PRO X Superlight 260gNot listed44,000Lightspeed 2.4GHz
G PRO 2Not listedNot listedNot listedLightspeed 2.4GHz
G502 X PlusNot listedNot listedNot listedLightspeed 2.4GHz
G30968g6Not listedLightspeed 2.4GHz, Bluetooth
G305Not listedNot listed12,000Lightspeed 2.4GHz
G502 HeroNot listed11Not listedWired

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By price at the time of writing

Prices change often; these tiers reflect Amazon prices when this guide was updated.

Price tierMice
Under $50G305, G502 Hero
About $50 to $100G309
About $100 to $150G PRO 2, G502 X Plus, PRO X Superlight 2

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a lighter mouse always better?

For flick aiming it helps; for slow tracking some players prefer more weight. Grip and shape matter more.

Do I need 8,000Hz polling?

No. It is a small gain on top of 1,000Hz, and it costs battery life and CPU time.

Is a wireless mouse slower?

Not over a 2.4GHz dongle. Bluetooth adds latency and suits office work.

What DPI should I use?

Start at 800 or 1,600 DPI and set in-game sensitivity from there. Higher DPI does not improve aim by itself.

Do gaming mice need software?

They work without it, but button mapping, DPI steps and lighting usually need the maker's app.

Can an MMO mouse work for shooters?

It can, but the extra side buttons add weight and make it easy to press the wrong key.

Bottom Line

Shooter players should buy the Superlight 2 or, for an ambidextrous shape, the G PRO 2. The G502 X Plus suits palm grips, and the G305 is the budget wireless pick.