That’s exactly why I like the 502. I remap the sniper button for use with other short cuts. Also remap the dpi buttons when I launch games so I can use it for stuff like pinging. It’s just an all around great mouse. I’m happy and welcome the changes. I’m glad they didn’t make it a completely new mouse and upgraded some stuff like the switches and gave it a little extra customization.
Yep, since I get my G502, I get why many people like this (or liked it until the lightweight gaming mice trend emerged). The problem I have with light weight mice, its just all about lightness anymore but they are basically just a normal mice. For most I guess that's fine, but I felt like I need a mice that allows me to actually do more since I don't use my PC only for gaming, I even do it for productivity and since pandemic, use for WFH use as well. G502 despite marketed as a gaming mice, is actually for me one of the best productivity mice out there, better than to even likes of well-regarded MX Master Mouse from the same company. The extra buttons are great for quick macro/shortcut functionality for different apps I used and for gaming as well, not needing to reach that certain function on the keyboard that is too far to reach with the fingers. I don't want to develop RSI in the long term, the buttons actually benefits ergonomics for me and makes me feel more efficient. I'm kinda disappointed that most mice and keyboards are indeed moved away from extra macro and dedicated keys for years. Felt like I'm paying more for less and very few options that offer one that now they became expensive because they became more niche.
It's still not enough buttons for me, as an avid MMO player I need all the buttons I can get to assign macros and hotkeys to. Which is why I stuck to Razer's Naga Pro and its swappable sides, if I'm not playing an MMO, I can just use the 2- or 6-button layout.
@@Aturixios Yeah for MMOs, those mice like Naga or even Logitech own G604 are better suited. I actually want to get those since those extra buttons would be sweet for productivity, but I'll wait for update of G604 assuming Logitech hasn't forgotten about it due to light mice trend we have these days. I want to have G604 but some RGB so I can assign it as profile indicator, and maybe same feel with G502. Idk how G604 feels though.
G502 is hands down the best mouse of all time. There's a reason why it's been the top seller for so long. Perfect weight distribution for stability and precision. Fits so ergonomically and works well for any use case including professional creative work as well as gaming. Having 3 customizable buttons just around the thumb is a god saver. Been using it since it was first released and can't wait to get my hands on my new G502 X Plus. Wish they'd shave off $50 or so from the price but I guess can live with that GOAT premium. Take my money Logitech!
im having so many connectivity issues like it starts "Skipping" like moving left to right can get delayed. I am going to reach out to logitech but we shall see
It is the only mouse I will ever own, I’ve had 2 502 heros and just uprgraded to the white x. The lighter weight is nice and all but I do kinda miss the rgb. I will say though my palms do get a little sweaty on the shell material after a few hours
For me it's been the most durable, reliable mouse I've ever owned. I've had mine for 7 1/2 years now and even through very, VERRRYYY heavy usage it is still going supremely strong. Not once has the infamous "double click" issue ever reared its ugly head. Not once have I ever had tracking issues with it. Not once has its mouse wheel ever given me any issues. Really the only problem I've had is that over time, the rubber grip along the side has worn down significantly. Beyond that it still functions like a champ, which is incredible considering just how long I've had it and how much abuse it's taken.
I got this exact mouse and I agree that its very good. only thng I would change is to remove the thumb guard at the bottom (I play a lot fo fps games and i like to use my thumb agaisnt the mouse pad to stop my mouse)
Yea true , the click sounds quiet bad imo, and the redesigns take away what i love about the lightspeed that is the sharp curves , though the click is prone to double click but as someone who have been using the viper with the original optical switches for the past 2-3 years , im very confident to say that mechanical switches feels and sounds better than optical
@@Bruh-cj8pt The clicks sound like every other mechanical mouse switch out there. This is a hybrid mechanical optical switch and probably feels exactly like a mechanical one since it uses the same click mechanism a mechanical switch does.
I agree. I don’t know what I was expecting but this feels like they just added new switches and changes up the bodywork to call it a day. Also, I prefer the look and feel of the old scroll wheel and I prefer the slightly heavier feel and the appearance of the old light speed
The marketing is mixed but the technical spec section of the wired G502 X says it has RGB and some promotional videos and material have it lit up while some don’t. It is confusing of that is true or not
I've owned every single iteration of the G502. It is the absolute perfect mouse for me. My current Lightspeed version with the charging pad is so damn good. It just needed to get a lighter version. It's a slight improvement, but not the drastic reduction I and everyone else was hoping. This new version will still be purchased by me very soon. I'm also old so IDGAF about RGB, so it'll just be the X version for me that doesn't have it.
@@cwbgaming8913 So what you are saying is that I should buy an objectively worse mouse with a shittier sensor and bad switches for more than a g502. Thanks for the input but unlike you, I won't choose my mouse based on how much RGB garbage they can put in it.
@@cwbgaming8913 lol. No sniper button. This mouse is simply a piece of plastic for those who use their thumb to aim instead of right button. There are almost no alternative to the G402/g502 if you want an efficient and ergonomic mouse for shooter. Can believe that in 2022 people use long press major finger on right button for aiming. As inefficient and dumb as non split keyboards
I personally don't like lighter mice, so I'm glad they continue to make mice like these. I had the G502 Hero a couple years back and I loved it. I've since then switched to a Corsair Dark Core RGB Pro SE because I like the flanges in both sides, but seeing they updated it I'm considering giving the 502 another go.
I've owned almost every iteration of the G502, when the lightspeed came out I was ecstatic. Still using the lightspeed now and love the weight. Not really into the super light mice, lightspeed with max weights is the way to go :). As for purchasing this new iteration of the mouse, I'm tempted but it does seem quite expensive (i waited till the lightspeed was on sale before i purchased it). And there is nothing currently wrong with my current g502 so I'm probably not going to buy it unless this mouse breaks down. I'd probably go for the non RGB version simply because its cheaper.
As a G502 user for 5 years now here are some of my opinions about this new upgrade: 1. USB C was long due 2. The new rubberized finger rest was really necessary because cleaning on the old one was terrbie. 3. I like that the mouse is not that glossy anymore, it will look even better! 4. Love the PTFE gliders 5. Apparently, the "PLUS" version only gives you RGB, which means at least for me that I will buy the non plus version. 6. The new switches are HYPING me up! 7. I kind of miss Bluetooth on Logitech G mice. I will still buy the mouse, but having Bluetooth would have been really nice. Had to buy a G603 for travelsals instead ):
Despite daily-driving the G Pro X, the G502 is still the most comfortable mouse I've ever used. It's nice to see that they haven't abandoned a classic model.
Been using the GPX Superlight for over a year now too, and I love how lightweight it is, but I’m gonna try this mouse out and maybe just hold onto both
I agree with this, for a long time usage I think G502 is better (probably because it's ergonomic), but from personal experience it's just meh for playing FPS (other games are fine)
The g pro x is a great fps mouse but im always switching games from fps to mmo to moba sometimes; thats why i think the g502x plus is my go-to-mouse its just does everything well.
@@gausly I hate being a lightweight snob but honestly after going to the heavier G502 X, I much prefer the Superlight, or in my case I switched to the Razer Deathadder V3 Pro. I like its switches more and the ergo feel is perfect. I would say my only complaint is lack of dedicated on/off slider switch for the mouse lmao, where the DPI button is also the power button (very minor gripe). Until Logi makes a SL with optical switches I’m sticking with this
As much as I like lighter mice, I do a lot more than just gaming on my PC. G502 has always had the best balance imo between a productive mouse and a gaming mouse. The extra buttons, especially the 2 by the left click, plus the ability to scroll sideways, are super useful for things like photo editing. Light mice are amazing, but G502 will always be king for me.
If they ever manage to make a g502 that's closer to 70-80g, I'll be ditching my 58g mouse in a heartbeat. Idc about the weight as much, I just want a lighter version of the g502 like shape.
After having the same mouse for 5 or so years, mines finaly on the way out, so I bought another one for 30 dollars, I got the regular gloss black one tho, the scroll wheel tilt controls never worked on my SE edition
@@dreadfulbeef7653 I just bought the g502x plus in white for $70 brand new in box it's awesome but the lightness is gonna take some getting used to also ghub is confusing af to use smh
@@edwardwongliupepelutivrusk1262 i got my nephew one for 36 bucks before christmas as his first gaming mouse. he thought i was a god, lol. i love mine and just picked up the lightspeed plus and i hope its as good.
There's just so many good competitors that are the same shape that it's hard to justify it's price , Razer Rocat and Logitech themselves have that exact shape and the new one just doesn't have enough bells and whistles that would justify getting it instead of one of those mice especially at 160. RGB is nice for pictures but I won't see it when my palm is over the mouse anyway.
@@fillezzo It really depends. I don't feel like it's bad for a mouse to be in that price range especially when the mouse has a good sensor, really good build quality and other stuff like extra buttons and stuff like that. Right now I use the G Pro superlight for my setup and before that, I used the g502 lightspeed and the non-lightspeed variant before that and they are all solid mice. I think the pricepoint is justified by what you get and i would happily buy this mouse if I still preferred the g502 ergonomics over my G Pro superlight.
I hate this new limpdick era of mice, trying to be as light as possible, I like the tanky/hefty feel of my G502, Ive been looking for getting this but it has no addable weights or anything to offset the weight reduction.
I would take the no rgb model. Not necessarily because of the weight or the price. But for the battery life. I would put those 20 bucks towards their power play mat so i can have wireless charging :D. Love the content! Keep it up!
@chink exterminator Some really prefer the G502 over other mice, even with the added price of the Powerplay mat. For me it's the shape, the button placement, the infinite scroll wheel when I need it. You can also wait for the price of the G502 X Lightspeed or Plus to drop if you're not in a hurry. Though personally, I might not get Powerplay considering the 140 hour battery life.
I think it's pretty clear why there are 3 versions and you explained it - Wired, Wireless and NO-RGB/RGB versions. There are people who will pay for RGB because they'd rather look at their computer than use it and then use their phone to "flex" in reddit setup threads. Logitech knows this and has capitalized on the financial opportunity.
Having had all the 502s since the start and currently running a 502 lightspeed with an lmb that's kinda spotty rn the new X version isn't the upgrade I was hoping for. If it was the same price as the 2019 lightspeed I'd go for it but at 160 with a slightly less heavy body and RGB with more dust catching grooves I'll be waiting till this one goes on quite significant sale before I consider buying it despite still loving the ergonomics and button layout of the 502
I had no idea people memed on the G502. I absolutely love mine (I have one of the old wired versions). I don’t like when mice are super light, they just feel cheap to me. The shape always felt perfect for my hand and I also always loved the lighter click on all of the auxiliary buttons on it. Every other mouse that has extra buttons uses switches that require a good amount more force and always seem to have a thicker thunky feel that I don’t like. The ones on the G502 seem to be the same or similar to the regular right and left click.
Honestly, I wish I knew about this mouse back when I had purchased my first gaming mouse. It seems like I'd be treated better by the sheer quality that Logitech offers for such a cheap mouse, compared to other cheapo mice brands.
People don't understand that a light mouse isn't the best for everyone. You also need to be able to handle it. The priority should be on what shape and weight works best for you. In randomfrankp's video on why he went back to the G502, he mentions how he was accused of hacking because he was doing that well.
@@Root174 exactly. My friend loves the old Razer Lancehead TE for its silver look and shape and I pushed him a bit since he plays insanely low sensitivity to which he did try a v2 deathadder he had and went straight back. Personal preference people lol
It was memed because mice elitists think that all gamers should be competitive fps pro wannabes, they forget that casual/single player/PvE gamers are the majority
Honestly if you aren’t playing at the top level, finding the correct shape, good sensor, durable and with enough buttons for your need is way better than weight. 80g with a good shape vs 60g with a less fitting weight for me just isnt comparable.
This will 100% be my next mouse along with hopefully a powerplay mat. Probably gonna go for the 502 X Plus for the RGB to get extra FPS. I loved the wireless with no charging with the Hyperflux Mamba, but didn't love the shape, and I'm getting tired of Razer's software on my Basilisk.
I remember hearing about this mouse in January I think it was? I was really excited for it, it's definitely not a disappointment and I'll probably still be picking one up but I do wish there was more to it especially after waiting this long for what seems like no reason. Also wish the "G" was still RGB on the mouse.
If the review itself wasn't enough, the fact that at 4:45 you warn of audio levels returning high again it's a beautiful touch, letting the viewer adjust the audio again to not blow their ears. Man, I just subbed for that. What a great quality content. Keep it up, man! ✨
The original G502 was my first "proper" mouse meaning something that wasn't a cheap $20 keyboard+mouse combo. Absolutely loved it until I started getting more into games where the GPW was just objectively better fit for me. I still miss all the buttons and that awesome beefy scrollwheel but can't say I would ever go back.
I've owned every iteration of the G502. It is my favorite mouse by far and I am very glad to see them refreshing it, the king has returned. The amount of crap this mouse gets is ridiculous, I've recommended this to so many people, people that bought it and now love it. For each of them I am open to other peoples thoughts so I did say "a lot of people say it's on the heavier side just so you know" and they all said that's ridiculous, it's not heavy at all it's perfectly fine. I agree completely, this mouse gets meme'd for no reason, it's not a part of the "superlight" train but it's not by definition "heavy". It's just heavier than the ridiculous
Really excited for the new switches. The only issues I’ve had with my G502s are switch failures. Double-clicking and ghost clicks are unfortunately very common after six months/year, and the culprit is the cheap switches. Hopefully this new model improves durability.
These double click issue is a bit annoying. I mean, my second lightspeed doesn't have these problems (my first had Sensor and switch problems that randomly dissolved) I will wait several months that i can be shure that there are no problems with this mouse.
I have the logitech g604 mouse which I'm pretty sure has the same switches as yours. It obviously sounds ridiculous, but try taking a deep breath and exhaling as hard as you can into the mouse underneath the primary and secondary buttons (left click and right click). Totally fixed my double clicking issues I'd been having for at least 6 months prior. Can't promise it'll work for you as well, but it's a fix that costs nothing and might potentially save you having to get a new mouse!
I think the key here is the battery perfomance, Logitech page says "about 120 hours with RGB turned off" and "37 hours with RGB turned on" for the plus model and I think that's a massive difference, I'd be nice if you can test that battery time RGB vs no RGB, if the gap is that big then I don't think buying the RGB version is worth at all, but if the difference in lasting time is small, like 100 hours no RGB vs 80 hours RGB (to say something) then I think the plus version would the nice one to buy.
Call me old school but I just dont understand how they just did away with the weights. 100grams so light. Or how about a version which supports weights. Honestly considering just another g502. Any thoughts?
One of the big reasons I've always loved the g502 is the number of individual buttons. Since I came from console, I was very used to doing a lot with a few fingers, and the g502 allowed me to still do that. That being said, I am disappointed in how little they did to the mouse this time around, though I'm happy they finally gave it USB-C
same, it's one of the only mouses with my preferred button layout along with the rival 500 (RIP), corsair nightsword, and asus spatha. however my personal gripe is still the scroll wheel. i hoped they would do one with the mechanism swapped out for another ordinary switch.
I think the fact that we have a choice is very nice. For example if you don’t want a flashy black RGB mouse because you use it at work etc, you can get a clean looking white mouse that fits in.
I love the G502. I am in the same boat as you where I have been using it since it came out. There's no way I am paying $160 for an updated version of it. I'll happily pay half that for a wired version, but its a hard no from me for $160.
I've had the G502, and now have the G502 Hero. Both have been excellent mice and this line of mouse will always be my main mouse. Good to see they are upgrading the mouse still today. I know exactly which mouse im getting when its time.
I have a wired G502 and I really like it. Granted, it's also the only good gaming mouse that I've ever owned. My only complaint is that it's a little larger than I would like.
Heavy mice? The wired version is 30g less? I've had the wired version for years now and the first thing I did was stuff like half the weights in it that it came with for it to be heavier. Whoops. Have been thinking about going wireless on my KBM setup because the wires on my current Logi stuff are starting to bother me. Between the 502 X and Plus models, I'll probably be spending the extra 20 bucks and get the lights. I've had my keyboard set up to light up a particular way for years, and I've always wanted it with my mouse.
So coming from the pro x superlight, I thought I already had the best mouse possible. Wireless, 62g, yk the drill. Before the super light, I had the wired model O-. So i've been a lightweight mouse guy for sometime, switching to a heavier mouse felt different at first and im still getting used to. But this mouse is amazing. I switched mainly because I wanted to try and ergo build and I love it. Everything from the build quality, to the overall look of the mouse. AND IT'S USB-C! About time logitech g starts to get with the program.
Frank! You NEED to do a review on the Corsair mice like the M65 Ultra Wireless, Ironclaw Wireless, Dark Core Wireless and the Sabre Wireless. Also their headsets like the HS80 and others. You seem to stick to Logitech and Razer quite a bit when Corsair is really competitive in that market, for example Corsair is all in on USB-C something Logitech is yet to do fully.
G502 was my first good gaming mouse and It's still to this day my favorite, but I wouldn't use it anymore because of it's weight.. if they could have cut it down to 60-70g I would buy one in a heart beat.. but looks like I'll be holding out hope for the Glorious Model I wireless whenever that comes out.
@@wiitx26 it's not a g502 without the hyperscroll and the two button beside LMB. I don't think Logitech would use a honeycomb shell. Heck they managed to make the g pro x sl without resorting to honeycombing.I don't understand the obsession with lightweight mouse lol.
@@7tqpbnvh7tqpbnvh77 You would have to use a lightweight mouse to understand. I just convinced my friend to convert from heavy g502 to a light mouse and he already can't go back after a day or 2.
thank you very much for this review, im happy to see that you also play BF2042 as one of the reason why im going to purchase this mouse. im looking for a new gaming mouse with Thumb rest + claw grip + ergonomic + a bit heavy that can play Battlefield 2042 and this is the one and only that matches my criteria. i tried Razer wireless mouse but they having dongle issue straight out of the box... a total red flag. Logitech all the way
While everyone is chasing for the lightest mouse in the market, I'm struggling to find heavier mouse. Loving my G604, and I hope Logitech won't abandon the heavy mouse market like other companies do😢
Sadly, it is a current trend now, so the heavier gaming mice will be a niche and expensive thing to have these days. Normal productivity mice are not suited for gaming due to Bluetooth latency and other connectivity issues. There might be still heavier ones, but from lesser known brands that the quality may be hit and miss, and software might be bad.
The white ones look so clean! I’m glad that Logitech is back on the top with their new switches and the still good old reliable HERO sensor. I was getting kinda worried about Logitech falling behind other companies. All they need to make is a new G Pro with these switches, USB-C and a new Opto mechanical low profile keyboard like Razer did and I’m sold.
The wired G502 Hero is only $40 now. Kinda feels like a ripoff even at $80 for the wired G502 X. I'd have been much more receptive to the price if they had reduced the weight more than they did.
if I understand correctly, however, only the mouse with rgb has 120 hours of use with the LEDs off while the one without it lasts less. can you confirm or deny me please. thanks for those who will answer and make me understand better. have a good day.
After having my G903 for over five yrs. it's finally starting to consistently double-click on me. I use the infinity scroll 90% of the time in my games and daily browsing so I can't part with it. I'll do with the extra weight, it really doesn't bother me. So this may be a worthy upgrade.
Seriously. I’m never buying another mouse without the infinite scroll, I’ve been using the G502 and variants of it for 6 years and I’m only just now “upgrading” (we’ll see) to a G604, obviously still going to keep the 502 around as a backup.
Considering that you can get a G502 Lightspeed for a pretty good price a lot of the times nowadays, I can't really justify these. Thanks for the review! As always!
I'm glad to hear they've gone with new switches in the mouse buttons, I've been using the G502 ever since I can remember and I've gone through a few due to the switches in the right mouse button constantly failing after about 6-10 months of use (I treat my hardware like it's my most treasured item, not rough with it) so gaming with it has been a battle when it decides to kark out and un-ads my weapon or go all jittery with it when I try to scope in. This sounds like it'll be the perfect upgrade to look forward to so I can't wait ! So glad they didn't change the ergonomics of it too much because it is literally the perfect fit for my hands.
sucks you got that unlucky, ive had my same first gen wired g502 for multiple years now with hours of use daily and none of the switches have failed :I
I love my wired g502, and it fits perfectly. I wouldn't buy the og lightspeed because it's not type C, but now I want to upgrade. The rgb will look good with my setup, and I spend way more time working than gaming anyways, so a few grams don't scare me.
the weight and size of the g502 is the reason i use it, i have big ass hands and im used to cheap rechargebale mice, i litteraly dont get why someone wants a mouse that was made with a feather
I use a g903 daily and I can safely say its the best mouse I've ever used. The length and weight are perfect for me. I know they are different, ut I'm really excited to get the g502 x
The 502 has always been my favorite productivity mouse. My only issues with it were the crappy double click prone switches and the really cheap feeling plastic and rubber that you could feel disintegrate beneath your fingers within a couple of months. At least they seem to have finally switched to optical switches, guess now I just gotta wait and see how well the materials hold up and we might have a winner.
Exactly. The cheap black rubber literally melts after a few months of use. If they change the materical and solve double-clicking issues I will buy it even if it costs over 200.
@@theblackbro69 the rubber still wears out fairly quickly, but so far it hasn't become oily and gross like it tended to do on the older 502 models. Then again the older models were also not too bad for me until after the 1 year mark or so, but so far I'd say it's an improvement.
I would say that the g502 has always been that mouse that tries to pack as much as possible, So I would go for the g502 x plus but... The g502 x wired only weights 89g which may be heavy to others but for a person who has used every single g502 (Except for these ones), is bloody light! I do hope to see a wired rgb one only weighing around 93g. I would love to see that!
i know im the same i love my heavy fully weighted g502 se bt these new mice looks so good i picked up the wired black version and a white plus version and was very shocked just how light they are, cant wait to see the difference from going from one extreme to the other.
The g502 will always be useful for me because the extra buttons on the mouse and infinite scroll are really useful features to have for someone who uses their setup for both gaming and productivity.
My biggest concern is if it starts double clicking. EVERY G502 mouse I've owned has eventually start double clicking. Sometimes its within 3 months and others 6-9 months but it ALWAYS happens. I've had to Warranty a couple of times and I don't really play any FPS games or any type of game that you would consider to be "heavy use" on the mouse.
The G502 was the dream mouse for me. Literally talked about it for years before my girlfriend got tired and gifted me one. So hate on it goes straight over my head. Definitely love that they've updated it and not just a facelift either. I do agree, the central plastic shroud takes away from its iconic design. Now would I spend the extra $20 on RGB, my heart wants to say yes, but the real answer is no. Would definitely choose the X (in black though). To answer an unasked question, would I upgrade from my existing 502 to the new one, hell no, not unless I run into real issues.
The old G502's were often on sale. Logitech already has a 20% holiday sale going.. I doubt many will be paying launch MSRP for these. That being said I'd definitely be more likely to go non-RGB.
Honestly i dont get all the "light-weight" feature focus. What are the benefits? I use a G502 Hero + Razer Basilisk V3 and both of them feel as perfectly fine. Do lower weight mice add anything of meaningful value?
Solid looking mice but I went through two G-Pros and three G502 wireless, none of them lasted that long. So I'll wait for a price drop because currently it's too high for the life expectancy even when treated like porcelain.
Teflon is a brand name of PTFE. They are the same polymer. The differences come down to other aspects than the feet being a different material entirely.
Regardless of anything that can be said about gaming performance, the G502 is still one of the all time best productivity mice imo, personally I would get the RGB.
Yep, G502 is actually a great productivity mice, IMHO better than MX Master since G502 have far more buttons for function shortcuts/macros and the software allows you to have far more cutomisation and profiles for that. The RGB is a useful indicator of the mode you are in than not having one. Battery life difference for me isn't that much having RGB on anyways, and I don't use effects. The price difference for me is kinda negligible since these are expensive mice to begin with even without RGB, the savings isn't much in there. Weight difference is negligible for only 4 grams diffence. Even that weight reduction is still not comparable for even the heaviest dedicated lightweight mice in the market anwyas.
my mouse has to be wireless + rechargable + with RGBlighting yesssir! and + should be around 85 to 100gr, + no weird thumb lips... sadly, i can't stand this freaking shape, this mouse shape is not for me, really odd shape. other than that. looks great with RGB, we need a white one with RGB TOO!
I have a G600 and love it. A wireless version would be awesome tbh. I have two mice now, one for MMO's and one for FPS. The weight differences in the mice though is insane lmao. Going from a Pro X Superlight to a G600 is a so drastic that my arm actually gets tired from using the G600 lmao
not gonna lie, i have always loved how the g502 looks so i bought one myself like 2 years ago, but it's too heavy and i cant use it for more than 2 hours so i sold it and bought a Basilisk X Hyperspeed, which is cheaper, lighter and wireless. When i heard that a new g502 wireless is coming out, i expect more from this. It looks really ugly in my opinion, and still weighs 100g.
[11:26] Hey everyone! Thanks for the detailed review, Random Frank P! It's always great to hear your thoughts on new gaming gear. I've been a fan of the G502 for a while now, and I'm excited to see Logitech continuing to refine and update this classic mouse. The new hybrid optical switches sound intriguing, and I'm definitely looking forward to trying them out for that unique tactile feel. Regarding the different versions, I'm a bit puzzled too. I appreciate having options, but the price and feature differences between the X and X Plus are somewhat perplexing. Personally, I lean towards performance and functionality, so I might opt for the lighter and cheaper version without RGB, but I'd love to hear what others think about this pricing strategy. Looking forward to your in-depth review and more gameplay experiences with the G502 Lightspeed! Keep up the great work, and as always, I'll be following your updates on Twitter. Cheers! 🎮🐭
I love the G502, i dont get why everyone wants a super light mouse. When i played some FPS games like Xdefiant and CS2 with my MX master 3s i was way better than with the Glorious model O. Heavy>lighter
After a bit more than 2 years (of course :( ), my G502 Lightspeed also started suffering from the switches doing a doubleclick when clicked once. So got myself the G502 X Lightspeed ... and it feels like a kind of downgrade - It feels way more "plastic", it has less "body". This is partly because of the lighter weight. I knew they decided to ditch the extra weights (a decision I personally don't understand?) but it's really too light now. - The left and right click has more travel. There where with the G502 had a very light and direct reaction, with the G502 X I have to apply just that little bit more pressure and feels/acts less direct. - The 2nd DPI change button got way too big. I have big hands and now when using the Forward button, my thumb is also touching that bigger DPI change button a lot of times. - The DPI indicator is now just 1 led and is placed there where you can not see it because it's now behind the scroll wheel (and my fingers). - No direct check option anymore to see the battery level, now only shows when turning the mouse on. - The pros are there too: the gliders are better and the option to turn around the thumb button for easier acces. Returned it and got a normal G502 Lightspeed again. The X is just not worth the money and the normal model is way cheaper now.
Why does Logitech call some of them Lightspeed when they're 100g+? I'm going in the reverse than everyone else. I love my Model O but lately a heavier mouse has been doing REALLY well in my hands in Apex. So im planning on going heavier. I'm using my Naga (call me crazy) 😂 but it's 117g and I LOVE the weight and feel of it. I'm debating on This G502 or the G903 to upgrade to. And having trouble deciding. Also for the sniper button, could you Rebind that to say a crouch button in the software?
I don't understand the appeal of a "Lighter" mouse. G502 Lightspeed has a nice heft to it perfect for FPS especially if you are a sniper. I think the ones looking for a lighter mouse are compensating on something :D ...
*just got this mouse and i love it...have the old 502 lightspeed and i broke it and went to the razer basilisk v3 and now back to the g502 but the 502x plus and omg....its AMAZING!!! its everything i originally loved about the 502 but BETTER!*
Logitech releasing a completely different SKU and calling it a "Plus" when the only diffrence is RGB and +4 grams for 20 USD really baffles me. I don't see a place for it at all. They should've just made the decsion to launch it either with or without the RGB and price it somewhere in the middle ground. Those who dont want RGB can just turn it off, its not rocket science.
When people say the G502 is too heavy, I always respond with "get stronger"
I never understood that lol how is a mouse too heavy? Lol. Literally doesn't take much to move it around
@@jesseg94 I can explain it but try to keep an open mind
Skill issue
Facts Tom
@@KeenScout. go on
2:04 bro that spin was perfect. So satisfying when it lined up with the camera
😂yes i though the same thing 😂😂😂
Imagine how many takes he had to do to get the perfect one lol
@@Rizlackfrrrr
It’s the only mouse I’ll use. The button arrangement is perfect and no others do it quite like it. I used every button.
That’s exactly why I like the 502. I remap the sniper button for use with other short cuts. Also remap the dpi buttons when I launch games so I can use it for stuff like pinging. It’s just an all around great mouse.
I’m happy and welcome the changes. I’m glad they didn’t make it a completely new mouse and upgraded some stuff like the switches and gave it a little extra customization.
Yep, since I get my G502, I get why many people like this (or liked it until the lightweight gaming mice trend emerged). The problem I have with light weight mice, its just all about lightness anymore but they are basically just a normal mice. For most I guess that's fine, but I felt like I need a mice that allows me to actually do more since I don't use my PC only for gaming, I even do it for productivity and since pandemic, use for WFH use as well. G502 despite marketed as a gaming mice, is actually for me one of the best productivity mice out there, better than to even likes of well-regarded MX Master Mouse from the same company.
The extra buttons are great for quick macro/shortcut functionality for different apps I used and for gaming as well, not needing to reach that certain function on the keyboard that is too far to reach with the fingers. I don't want to develop RSI in the long term, the buttons actually benefits ergonomics for me and makes me feel more efficient.
I'm kinda disappointed that most mice and keyboards are indeed moved away from extra macro and dedicated keys for years. Felt like I'm paying more for less and very few options that offer one that now they became expensive because they became more niche.
Same. Mapped everything on it in Doom Eternal.
It's still not enough buttons for me, as an avid MMO player I need all the buttons I can get to assign macros and hotkeys to.
Which is why I stuck to Razer's Naga Pro and its swappable sides, if I'm not playing an MMO, I can just use the 2- or 6-button layout.
@@Aturixios Yeah for MMOs, those mice like Naga or even Logitech own G604 are better suited. I actually want to get those since those extra buttons would be sweet for productivity, but I'll wait for update of G604 assuming Logitech hasn't forgotten about it due to light mice trend we have these days.
I want to have G604 but some RGB so I can assign it as profile indicator, and maybe same feel with G502. Idk how G604 feels though.
G502 is hands down the best mouse of all time. There's a reason why it's been the top seller for so long. Perfect weight distribution for stability and precision. Fits so ergonomically and works well for any use case including professional creative work as well as gaming. Having 3 customizable buttons just around the thumb is a god saver.
Been using it since it was first released and can't wait to get my hands on my new G502 X Plus. Wish they'd shave off $50 or so from the price but I guess can live with that GOAT premium. Take my money Logitech!
im having so many connectivity issues like it starts "Skipping" like moving left to right can get delayed. I am going to reach out to logitech but we shall see
It is the only mouse I will ever own, I’ve had 2 502 heros and just uprgraded to the white x. The lighter weight is nice and all but I do kinda miss the rgb. I will say though my palms do get a little sweaty on the shell material after a few hours
For me it's been the most durable, reliable mouse I've ever owned. I've had mine for 7 1/2 years now and even through very, VERRRYYY heavy usage it is still going supremely strong. Not once has the infamous "double click" issue ever reared its ugly head. Not once have I ever had tracking issues with it. Not once has its mouse wheel ever given me any issues. Really the only problem I've had is that over time, the rubber grip along the side has worn down significantly. Beyond that it still functions like a champ, which is incredible considering just how long I've had it and how much abuse it's taken.
I got this exact mouse and I agree that its very good. only thng I would change is to remove the thumb guard at the bottom (I play a lot fo fps games and i like to use my thumb agaisnt the mouse pad to stop my mouse)
Good for anything non competitive
"I'll clap your cheeks either way". LMAO great video frank! Not the biggest g502 fan but interested in trying these for sure.
A point worth mentioning, the wired version is 89 grams for $79. So if you don’t mind the wire, the weight and price comes down even more.
Looks like I’ll just be sticking with my original 502 light speed. This was pretty underwhelming. Thanks for the review.
Yea true , the click sounds quiet bad imo, and the redesigns take away what i love about the lightspeed that is the sharp curves , though the click is prone to double click but as someone who have been using the viper with the original optical switches for the past 2-3 years , im very confident to say that mechanical switches feels and sounds better than optical
Same. And that plastic wheel looks scuffed.
@@Bruh-cj8pt The clicks sound like every other mechanical mouse switch out there. This is a hybrid mechanical optical switch and probably feels exactly like a mechanical one since it uses the same click mechanism a mechanical switch does.
@@Bruh-cj8pt are those gen1? I think gen3 opticals do feel much better than the earlier iterations. Should feel close to Razer's mechanical offerings.
I agree. I don’t know what I was expecting but this feels like they just added new switches and changes up the bodywork to call it a day. Also, I prefer the look and feel of the old scroll wheel and I prefer the slightly heavier feel and the appearance of the old light speed
1:56
"No more of that scratchy Teflon you get 100percent PTFE"
Teflon is PTFE last I checked
I’m an RGB lover but won’t spend more just for RGB itself. I love how the white looks with the lightspeed and would fit in my setup perfectly.
The marketing is mixed but the technical spec section of the wired G502 X says it has RGB and some promotional videos and material have it lit up while some don’t. It is confusing of that is true or not
@@A_Shihtzu can turn on and off obviously
Agreed my man
Another white mouse to buy, like Rival 5 Destiny, Logitech s502 KDA. I have Corsair m65, Roccat Kova aimo, Kone aimo, Razer lancehead.
@SawL EatR nope, I play pc in the dark. Mouse rgb helps me see where it is.
People who complain about the weight of Mouses need to stop arguing on the internet and go buy gym memberships ASAP.
I've owned every single iteration of the G502. It is the absolute perfect mouse for me. My current Lightspeed version with the charging pad is so damn good. It just needed to get a lighter version. It's a slight improvement, but not the drastic reduction I and everyone else was hoping. This new version will still be purchased by me very soon. I'm also old so IDGAF about RGB, so it'll just be the X version for me that doesn't have it.
Do provide a 2 month review here I will be waiting for you
@@cwbgaming8913 Mh, my G502 is now 7 years old. 0 problems. But yeah thanks.
@@cwbgaming8913 So what you are saying is that I should buy an objectively worse mouse with a shittier sensor and bad switches for more than a g502. Thanks for the input but unlike you, I won't choose my mouse based on how much RGB garbage they can put in it.
@@cwbgaming8913 lol. No sniper button. This mouse is simply a piece of plastic for those who use their thumb to aim instead of right button. There are almost no alternative to the G402/g502 if you want an efficient and ergonomic mouse for shooter. Can believe that in 2022 people use long press major finger on right button for aiming. As inefficient and dumb as non split keyboards
@chink exterminator While the G Pro is a good simple light mouse, you can’t map as many actions because of the lack of buttons
I personally don't like lighter mice, so I'm glad they continue to make mice like these. I had the G502 Hero a couple years back and I loved it. I've since then switched to a Corsair Dark Core RGB Pro SE because I like the flanges in both sides, but seeing they updated it I'm considering giving the 502 another go.
ikr, mice that are too light often feel cheap and imprecise to me
ya
nothin like a nice heavy mouse, I found the original razer deathadder perfect size and weight.
any recommendations for a mouse today similar?
Agreed. I feel like I’m
Gonna accidentally throw them across the room 😭
I've owned almost every iteration of the G502, when the lightspeed came out I was ecstatic. Still using the lightspeed now and love the weight. Not really into the super light mice, lightspeed with max weights is the way to go :).
As for purchasing this new iteration of the mouse, I'm tempted but it does seem quite expensive (i waited till the lightspeed was on sale before i purchased it). And there is nothing currently wrong with my current g502 so I'm probably not going to buy it unless this mouse breaks down. I'd probably go for the non RGB version simply because its cheaper.
Put off buying a new mouse for so long, saying the same thing about my OG g502. Sucker still refuses to give up the ghost, 9 years later. Oh well
As a G502 user for 5 years now here are some of my opinions about this new upgrade:
1. USB C was long due
2. The new rubberized finger rest was really necessary because cleaning on the old one was terrbie.
3. I like that the mouse is not that glossy anymore, it will look even better!
4. Love the PTFE gliders
5. Apparently, the "PLUS" version only gives you RGB, which means at least for me that I will buy the non plus version.
6. The new switches are HYPING me up!
7. I kind of miss Bluetooth on Logitech G mice. I will still buy the mouse, but having Bluetooth would have been really nice. Had to buy a G603 for travelsals instead ):
It lost rgb logo, also it lost the 3 leds that show you what mouse profile you're using. It lost the customizable extra weight.
@@EmilAlexandru Nobody cares about any of that
@@HelloImCrimson people do care about profile led indicator
Despite daily-driving the G Pro X, the G502 is still the most comfortable mouse I've ever used. It's nice to see that they haven't abandoned a classic model.
Been using the GPX Superlight for over a year now too, and I love how lightweight it is, but I’m gonna try this mouse out and maybe just hold onto both
I agree with this, for a long time usage I think G502 is better (probably because it's ergonomic), but from personal experience it's just meh for playing FPS (other games are fine)
The g pro x is a great fps mouse but im always switching games from fps to mmo to moba sometimes; thats why i think the g502x plus is my go-to-mouse its just does everything well.
@@ffac789 which one do you like more? im torn only between trhe gpx superlight and g502 x plus.
@@gausly I hate being a lightweight snob but honestly after going to the heavier G502 X, I much prefer the Superlight, or in my case I switched to the Razer Deathadder V3 Pro.
I like its switches more and the ergo feel is perfect. I would say my only complaint is lack of dedicated on/off slider switch for the mouse lmao, where the DPI button is also the power button (very minor gripe). Until Logi makes a SL with optical switches I’m sticking with this
As much as I like lighter mice, I do a lot more than just gaming on my PC. G502 has always had the best balance imo between a productive mouse and a gaming mouse. The extra buttons, especially the 2 by the left click, plus the ability to scroll sideways, are super useful for things like photo editing. Light mice are amazing, but G502 will always be king for me.
If they ever manage to make a g502 that's closer to 70-80g, I'll be ditching my 58g mouse in a heartbeat. Idc about the weight as much, I just want a lighter version of the g502 like shape.
You can just make em lighter yourself lol
@@amirulizzat2114 how.?
there’s the Razer Basilisk X Hyperspeed, which is basically a lighter G502
I was hoping the same thing, even 90g or less would been fine for me.
@@alexkwan3 it's like 90 sth grams, I know cuz I have one
My g502 se hero wired is just unbeatable for me. The heavy metallic scroll wheel is so good. I paid $42 for it.
42 that is a steal
i paid $25 for mine brand new in box
After having the same mouse for 5 or so years, mines finaly on the way out, so I bought another one for 30 dollars, I got the regular gloss black one tho, the scroll wheel tilt controls never worked on my SE edition
@@dreadfulbeef7653 I just bought the g502x plus in white for $70 brand new in box it's awesome but the lightness is gonna take some getting used to also ghub is confusing af to use smh
@@edwardwongliupepelutivrusk1262 i got my nephew one for 36 bucks before christmas as his first gaming mouse. he thought i was a god, lol. i love mine and just picked up the lightspeed plus and i hope its as good.
I honestly don't know how many I think will sell - I'm still cool with my $40 wired G502 and I feel like a lot of other people will agree.
I like my g502 with full weights.
There's just so many good competitors that are the same shape that it's hard to justify it's price , Razer Rocat and Logitech themselves have that exact shape and the new one just doesn't have enough bells and whistles that would justify getting it instead of one of those mice especially at 160. RGB is nice for pictures but I won't see it when my palm is over the mouse anyway.
Then buy the non RGB one. It's 20 bucks cheaper
@@nikod615 160 is still way to much for a mouse.
give it a bit and it will go on sale. G502 Lightspeed retails for $200 CAD and goes on sale for $120 often
@@fillezzo It really depends. I don't feel like it's bad for a mouse to be in that price range especially when the mouse has a good sensor, really good build quality and other stuff like extra buttons and stuff like that. Right now I use the G Pro superlight for my setup and before that, I used the g502 lightspeed and the non-lightspeed variant before that and they are all solid mice. I think the pricepoint is justified by what you get and i would happily buy this mouse if I still preferred the g502 ergonomics over my G Pro superlight.
Hoping that they don't make the g502 next editions much lighter. They need to bring the weights back as well, I like a thicc mouse.
I hate this new limpdick era of mice, trying to be as light as possible, I like the tanky/hefty feel of my G502, Ive been looking for getting this but it has no addable weights or anything to offset the weight reduction.
@@teku0000cry harder, heavy weight mice are completely useless for gaming
@@re4796 Maybe if youre a limp wristed and limp dicked, then maybe yes, or if you are geriatric sure
I would take the no rgb model. Not necessarily because of the weight or the price. But for the battery life. I would put those 20 bucks towards their power play mat so i can have wireless charging :D. Love the content! Keep it up!
Same, I have the wired G502 Hero mouse and plan on getting the G502 X model for no RGB since I don't use it.
@chink exterminator Some really prefer the G502 over other mice, even with the added price of the Powerplay mat. For me it's the shape, the button placement, the infinite scroll wheel when I need it. You can also wait for the price of the G502 X Lightspeed or Plus to drop if you're not in a hurry. Though personally, I might not get Powerplay considering the 140 hour battery life.
I think it's pretty clear why there are 3 versions and you explained it - Wired, Wireless and NO-RGB/RGB versions. There are people who will pay for RGB because they'd rather look at their computer than use it and then use their phone to "flex" in reddit setup threads. Logitech knows this and has capitalized on the financial opportunity.
Having had all the 502s since the start and currently running a 502 lightspeed with an lmb that's kinda spotty rn the new X version isn't the upgrade I was hoping for. If it was the same price as the 2019 lightspeed I'd go for it but at 160 with a slightly less heavy body and RGB with more dust catching grooves I'll be waiting till this one goes on quite significant sale before I consider buying it despite still loving the ergonomics and button layout of the 502
I’ve moved on to the super light, but man there are a lot of things I miss about this mouse! All the extra buttons were so convenient.
I had no idea people memed on the G502. I absolutely love mine (I have one of the old wired versions). I don’t like when mice are super light, they just feel cheap to me. The shape always felt perfect for my hand and I also always loved the lighter click on all of the auxiliary buttons on it. Every other mouse that has extra buttons uses switches that require a good amount more force and always seem to have a thicker thunky feel that I don’t like. The ones on the G502 seem to be the same or similar to the regular right and left click.
Honestly, I wish I knew about this mouse back when I had purchased my first gaming mouse. It seems like I'd be treated better by the sheer quality that Logitech offers for such a cheap mouse, compared to other cheapo mice brands.
People don't understand that a light mouse isn't the best for everyone. You also need to be able to handle it. The priority should be on what shape and weight works best for you. In randomfrankp's video on why he went back to the G502, he mentions how he was accused of hacking because he was doing that well.
@@Root174 exactly. My friend loves the old Razer Lancehead TE for its silver look and shape and I pushed him a bit since he plays insanely low sensitivity to which he did try a v2 deathadder he had and went straight back. Personal preference people lol
It was memed because mice elitists think that all gamers should be competitive fps pro wannabes, they forget that casual/single player/PvE gamers are the majority
Honestly if you aren’t playing at the top level, finding the correct shape, good sensor, durable and with enough buttons for your need is way better than weight. 80g with a good shape vs 60g with a less fitting weight for me just isnt comparable.
This will 100% be my next mouse along with hopefully a powerplay mat. Probably gonna go for the 502 X Plus for the RGB to get extra FPS. I loved the wireless with no charging with the Hyperflux Mamba, but didn't love the shape, and I'm getting tired of Razer's software on my Basilisk.
I remember hearing about this mouse in January I think it was? I was really excited for it, it's definitely not a disappointment and I'll probably still be picking one up but I do wish there was more to it especially after waiting this long for what seems like no reason. Also wish the "G" was still RGB on the mouse.
If the review itself wasn't enough, the fact that at 4:45 you warn of audio levels returning high again it's a beautiful touch, letting the viewer adjust the audio again to not blow their ears. Man, I just subbed for that. What a great quality content. Keep it up, man! ✨
I was thinking the same exact thing!
The original G502 was my first "proper" mouse meaning something that wasn't a cheap $20 keyboard+mouse combo. Absolutely loved it until I started getting more into games where the GPW was just objectively better fit for me. I still miss all the buttons and that awesome beefy scrollwheel but can't say I would ever go back.
Usb C no way Logitech 😅
I've owned every iteration of the G502. It is my favorite mouse by far and I am very glad to see them refreshing it, the king has returned. The amount of crap this mouse gets is ridiculous, I've recommended this to so many people, people that bought it and now love it. For each of them I am open to other peoples thoughts so I did say "a lot of people say it's on the heavier side just so you know" and they all said that's ridiculous, it's not heavy at all it's perfectly fine. I agree completely, this mouse gets meme'd for no reason, it's not a part of the "superlight" train but it's not by definition "heavy". It's just heavier than the ridiculous
Really excited for the new switches. The only issues I’ve had with my G502s are switch failures. Double-clicking and ghost clicks are unfortunately very common after six months/year, and the culprit is the cheap switches. Hopefully this new model improves durability.
These double click issue is a bit annoying. I mean, my second lightspeed doesn't have these problems (my first had Sensor and switch problems that randomly dissolved)
I will wait several months that i can be shure that there are no problems with this mouse.
i own mine since 2018 and had no issues since. Its the wired one though.
I have the logitech g604 mouse which I'm pretty sure has the same switches as yours. It obviously sounds ridiculous, but try taking a deep breath and exhaling as hard as you can into the mouse underneath the primary and secondary buttons (left click and right click). Totally fixed my double clicking issues I'd been having for at least 6 months prior. Can't promise it'll work for you as well, but it's a fix that costs nothing and might potentially save you having to get a new mouse!
Glad they swapped the switches... Ive had 2 g502 lightspeed, 1 g604 break within 2years........
I had two mouses from Logitech that had double-clicking issues, that's why I changed to viper last week, rip timing.
I think the key here is the battery perfomance, Logitech page says "about 120 hours with RGB turned off" and "37 hours with RGB turned on" for the plus model and I think that's a massive difference, I'd be nice if you can test that battery time RGB vs no RGB, if the gap is that big then I don't think buying the RGB version is worth at all, but if the difference in lasting time is small, like 100 hours no RGB vs 80 hours RGB (to say something) then I think the plus version would the nice one to buy.
I use every button in every game. More stuff bibded on my mouse than keyboard at this point. This mouse is insane. Switched from the hero to x plus
Hopefully this means they'll bring optical switches to the g Pro to finally sort the double clicking issue
Seriously ha. I'm waiting for optical switches too!
go with the razer basilisk 3, it is basically a much better G502
@@perceptivity_ Worse switches, less side buttons, and it's heavier. How is it better?
Call me old school but I just dont understand how they just did away with the weights. 100grams so light. Or how about a version which supports weights. Honestly considering just another g502. Any thoughts?
I like heavier mice too, I'm just used to it and it feels more comfortable to me. Wish it supported weights
One of the big reasons I've always loved the g502 is the number of individual buttons. Since I came from console, I was very used to doing a lot with a few fingers, and the g502 allowed me to still do that.
That being said, I am disappointed in how little they did to the mouse this time around, though I'm happy they finally gave it USB-C
same, it's one of the only mouses with my preferred button layout along with the rival 500 (RIP), corsair nightsword, and asus spatha. however my personal gripe is still the scroll wheel. i hoped they would do one with the mechanism swapped out for another ordinary switch.
well for me, who has the powerplay mat, the imput change wont effect me
More durable click button is great. 502 is having a durability problem
I think the fact that we have a choice is very nice. For example if you don’t want a flashy black RGB mouse because you use it at work etc, you can get a clean looking white mouse that fits in.
I love the G502. I am in the same boat as you where I have been using it since it came out. There's no way I am paying $160 for an updated version of it. I'll happily pay half that for a wired version, but its a hard no from me for $160.
I've had the G502, and now have the G502 Hero. Both have been excellent mice and this line of mouse will always be my main mouse. Good to see they are upgrading the mouse still today. I know exactly which mouse im getting when its time.
I have a wired G502 and I really like it. Granted, it's also the only good gaming mouse that I've ever owned. My only complaint is that it's a little larger than I would like.
Save for the g pro
Heavy mice? The wired version is 30g less? I've had the wired version for years now and the first thing I did was stuff like half the weights in it that it came with for it to be heavier. Whoops.
Have been thinking about going wireless on my KBM setup because the wires on my current Logi stuff are starting to bother me. Between the 502 X and Plus models, I'll probably be spending the extra 20 bucks and get the lights. I've had my keyboard set up to light up a particular way for years, and I've always wanted it with my mouse.
So coming from the pro x superlight, I thought I already had the best mouse possible. Wireless, 62g, yk the drill. Before the super light, I had the wired model O-. So i've been a lightweight mouse guy for sometime, switching to a heavier mouse felt different at first and im still getting used to. But this mouse is amazing. I switched mainly because I wanted to try and ergo build and I love it. Everything from the build quality, to the overall look of the mouse. AND IT'S USB-C! About time logitech g starts to get with the program.
Frank! You NEED to do a review on the Corsair mice like the M65 Ultra Wireless, Ironclaw Wireless, Dark Core Wireless and the Sabre Wireless. Also their headsets like the HS80 and others. You seem to stick to Logitech and Razer quite a bit when Corsair is really competitive in that market, for example Corsair is all in on USB-C something Logitech is yet to do fully.
G502 was my first good gaming mouse and It's still to this day my favorite, but I wouldn't use it anymore because of it's weight.. if they could have cut it down to 60-70g I would buy one in a heart beat.. but looks like I'll be holding out hope for the Glorious Model I wireless whenever that comes out.
its already out for quite some time (glorious model i)
@@wiitx26 I know the model I is out but I am waiting for the wireless version.
Model I is out for a while, its shit though
@@wiitx26 it's not a g502 without the hyperscroll and the two button beside LMB. I don't think Logitech would use a honeycomb shell. Heck they managed to make the g pro x sl without resorting to honeycombing.I don't understand the obsession with lightweight mouse lol.
@@7tqpbnvh7tqpbnvh77 You would have to use a lightweight mouse to understand. I just convinced my friend to convert from heavy g502 to a light mouse and he already can't go back after a day or 2.
thank you very much for this review, im happy to see that you also play BF2042 as one of the reason why im going to purchase this mouse. im looking for a new gaming mouse with Thumb rest + claw grip + ergonomic + a bit heavy that can play Battlefield 2042 and this is the one and only that matches my criteria. i tried Razer wireless mouse but they having dongle issue straight out of the box... a total red flag. Logitech all the way
While everyone is chasing for the lightest mouse in the market, I'm struggling to find heavier mouse. Loving my G604, and I hope Logitech won't abandon the heavy mouse market like other companies do😢
Sadly, it is a current trend now, so the heavier gaming mice will be a niche and expensive thing to have these days. Normal productivity mice are not suited for gaming due to Bluetooth latency and other connectivity issues. There might be still heavier ones, but from lesser known brands that the quality may be hit and miss, and software might be bad.
The white ones look so clean! I’m glad that Logitech is back on the top with their new switches and the still good old reliable HERO sensor. I was getting kinda worried about Logitech falling behind other companies. All they need to make is a new G Pro with these switches, USB-C and a new Opto mechanical low profile keyboard like Razer did and I’m sold.
I am shaving everything and going with the OG g502 hero , yes with the wire ... For the premium price of lightspeed honestly wire is not an big issue
The price is insane, when the old G502 Lightspeed went on sale for less than £60 at times.
The wired G502 Hero is only $40 now. Kinda feels like a ripoff even at $80 for the wired G502 X. I'd have been much more receptive to the price if they had reduced the weight more than they did.
@@nataku411 the g502 had an MSRP of 130€ in my country. They weren't that cheap either. This new iteration will fall in price too with time
if I understand correctly, however, only the mouse with rgb has 120 hours of use with the LEDs off while the one without it lasts less. can you confirm or deny me please. thanks for those who will answer and make me understand better. have a good day.
After having my G903 for over five yrs. it's finally starting to consistently double-click on me. I use the infinity scroll 90% of the time in my games and daily browsing so I can't part with it. I'll do with the extra weight, it really doesn't bother me. So this may be a worthy upgrade.
Seriously. I’m never buying another mouse without the infinite scroll, I’ve been using the G502 and variants of it for 6 years and I’m only just now “upgrading” (we’ll see) to a G604, obviously still going to keep the 502 around as a backup.
the X plus is literally an additional improvement form the previous. think id be getting one if ever my G502 wear off
People who complain about heavy mice just need to lift bro, I play osu 6-7 star maps on a g502 and it feels way better
Considering that you can get a G502 Lightspeed for a pretty good price a lot of the times nowadays, I can't really justify these.
Thanks for the review! As always!
With those $20 I could get some mouse grips or mouse skates or maybe even both! NO RGB FOR SURE!!!!!!!!
I'm glad to hear they've gone with new switches in the mouse buttons, I've been using the G502 ever since I can remember and I've gone through a few due to the switches in the right mouse button constantly failing after about 6-10 months of use (I treat my hardware like it's my most treasured item, not rough with it) so gaming with it has been a battle when it decides to kark out and un-ads my weapon or go all jittery with it when I try to scope in.
This sounds like it'll be the perfect upgrade to look forward to so I can't wait ! So glad they didn't change the ergonomics of it too much because it is literally the perfect fit for my hands.
sucks you got that unlucky, ive had my same first gen wired g502 for multiple years now with hours of use daily and none of the switches have failed :I
quality logitech product nowadays is pure sh!t! i have two 502 doest work after 6 months!!! clicker issues!!
I love my wired g502, and it fits perfectly. I wouldn't buy the og lightspeed because it's not type C, but now I want to upgrade. The rgb will look good with my setup, and I spend way more time working than gaming anyways, so a few grams don't scare me.
the weight and size of the g502 is the reason i use it, i have big ass hands and im used to cheap rechargebale mice, i litteraly dont get why someone wants a mouse that was made with a feather
I use a g903 daily and I can safely say its the best mouse I've ever used. The length and weight are perfect for me. I know they are different, ut I'm really excited to get the g502 x
I have also a g903, did you finally switch the g502x for the g903??
@@Villanes I never got to. I will try to get one for christams though!
Feels like this is not for gaming it feels like a office mouse,
Ogitech removed the gamer look. Now it looks like thoose Chinese knockoffs 😂
The 502 has always been my favorite productivity mouse. My only issues with it were the crappy double click prone switches and the really cheap feeling plastic and rubber that you could feel disintegrate beneath your fingers within a couple of months. At least they seem to have finally switched to optical switches, guess now I just gotta wait and see how well the materials hold up and we might have a winner.
Exactly. The cheap black rubber literally melts after a few months of use. If they change the materical and solve double-clicking issues I will buy it even if it costs over 200.
I keep buying a new G502 every 2-3 years because the rubber just disintegrates and becomes gross. But this is the best mouse for me.
@Antares 8001 is it still holding up good?
@@theblackbro69 the rubber still wears out fairly quickly, but so far it hasn't become oily and gross like it tended to do on the older 502 models. Then again the older models were also not too bad for me until after the 1 year mark or so, but so far I'd say it's an improvement.
@@Antares-dw9iv oh thanks for the reply and opinion
For that price, I would just go with a superlight. Or anything else. The RGB version seems useless.
I would say that the g502 has always been that mouse that tries to pack as much as possible, So I would go for the g502 x plus but...
The g502 x wired only weights 89g which may be heavy to others but for a person who has used every single g502 (Except for these ones), is bloody light!
I do hope to see a wired rgb one only weighing around 93g.
I would love to see that!
i know im the same i love my heavy fully weighted g502 se bt these new mice looks so good i picked up the wired black version and a white plus version and was very shocked just how light they are, cant wait to see the difference from going from one extreme to the other.
Can you please review Alienware tri mode wireless mouse. That would be very nice.Thank you🤍
it might not be the best mouse i have used, but it still has great customization options
make g502 series great again!
Again..? It always has been.
Does this mouse also wobble and rattle when shaken/moved quickly side to side ?
The g502 will always be useful for me because the extra buttons on the mouse and infinite scroll are really useful features to have for someone who uses their setup for both gaming and productivity.
but i personally think that the 502 hero design is sick and prettier comparing to the latest model :(
G502 x wireless in Australia costs $149 but the plus costs $279 wtf aaaa
Lol. I picked up the original wired G502 on Amazon for $39.99.
My biggest concern is if it starts double clicking. EVERY G502 mouse I've owned has eventually start double clicking. Sometimes its within 3 months and others 6-9 months but it ALWAYS happens. I've had to Warranty a couple of times and I don't really play any FPS games or any type of game that you would consider to be "heavy use" on the mouse.
The G502 was the dream mouse for me. Literally talked about it for years before my girlfriend got tired and gifted me one. So hate on it goes straight over my head. Definitely love that they've updated it and not just a facelift either. I do agree, the central plastic shroud takes away from its iconic design. Now would I spend the extra $20 on RGB, my heart wants to say yes, but the real answer is no. Would definitely choose the X (in black though). To answer an unasked question, would I upgrade from my existing 502 to the new one, hell no, not unless I run into real issues.
Isn't PTFE just Teflon tho?
I read online that they have wireless charging using the Logitech G PowerPlay mat. Were you able to verify or test how well that worked?
I have this G502 X Plus and a Powerplay and it works fine : as linker and as charger.
The old G502's were often on sale. Logitech already has a 20% holiday sale going.. I doubt many will be paying launch MSRP for these. That being said I'd definitely be more likely to go non-RGB.
Honestly i dont get all the "light-weight" feature focus. What are the benefits? I use a G502 Hero + Razer Basilisk V3 and both of them feel as perfectly fine. Do lower weight mice add anything of meaningful value?
Solid looking mice but I went through two G-Pros and three G502 wireless, none of them lasted that long.
So I'll wait for a price drop because currently it's too high for the life expectancy even when treated like porcelain.
Everyone saying the G502 is to heavy meanwhile me thinking it's too light and put extra weights in 💀
lmao
Teflon is a brand name of PTFE. They are the same polymer. The differences come down to other aspects than the feet being a different material entirely.
Regardless of anything that can be said about gaming performance, the G502 is still one of the all time best productivity mice imo, personally I would get the RGB.
Yep, G502 is actually a great productivity mice, IMHO better than MX Master since G502 have far more buttons for function shortcuts/macros and the software allows you to have far more cutomisation and profiles for that. The RGB is a useful indicator of the mode you are in than not having one. Battery life difference for me isn't that much having RGB on anyways, and I don't use effects.
The price difference for me is kinda negligible since these are expensive mice to begin with even without RGB, the savings isn't much in there. Weight difference is negligible for only 4 grams diffence. Even that weight reduction is still not comparable for even the heaviest dedicated lightweight mice in the market anwyas.
my mouse has to be wireless + rechargable + with RGBlighting yesssir! and + should be around 85 to 100gr, + no weird thumb lips...
sadly, i can't stand this freaking shape, this mouse shape is not for me, really odd shape.
other than that. looks great with RGB, we need a white one with RGB TOO!
comparing the logitech 903 vs the rgb g502 x plus which one do you think is better???
Does this mouse also wobble and rattle when shaken/moved quickly side to side ?
I am probably late but what is better the normal 502 or 502 x
0:25 i totally did not think the mice were actually part of the box
Never got into the G502 but I definitely see its appeal. I'm still waiting for a the wireless G600 which is better for MMO players.
I have a G600 and love it. A wireless version would be awesome tbh. I have two mice now, one for MMO's and one for FPS. The weight differences in the mice though is insane lmao. Going from a Pro X Superlight to a G600 is a so drastic that my arm actually gets tired from using the G600 lmao
Teflon is ptfe… teflon is just a brand name like bandaids.
Great, wait till it’s on sale I’ll get it cheap af when I need it
Kinda weird to see that this logitech mouse and the razer basilisk v3 pro release near the same date, since they're kind of like rivals
2:00 PTFE and Teflon are the same thing, aren't they? Teflon is just the name brand of PTFE/Polytetrafluorethylene.
Different blends are made for mouse feet
@@randomfrankp I see...I'm still confused about the word choice involved but I understand what you meant now.
not gonna lie, i have always loved how the g502 looks so i bought one myself like 2 years ago, but it's too heavy and i cant use it for more than 2 hours so i sold it and bought a Basilisk X Hyperspeed, which is cheaper, lighter and wireless. When i heard that a new g502 wireless is coming out, i expect more from this. It looks really ugly in my opinion, and still weighs 100g.
[11:26] Hey everyone!
Thanks for the detailed review, Random Frank P! It's always great to hear your thoughts on new gaming gear.
I've been a fan of the G502 for a while now, and I'm excited to see Logitech continuing to refine and update this classic mouse. The new hybrid optical switches sound intriguing, and I'm definitely looking forward to trying them out for that unique tactile feel.
Regarding the different versions, I'm a bit puzzled too. I appreciate having options, but the price and feature differences between the X and X Plus are somewhat perplexing. Personally, I lean towards performance and functionality, so I might opt for the lighter and cheaper version without RGB, but I'd love to hear what others think about this pricing strategy.
Looking forward to your in-depth review and more gameplay experiences with the G502 Lightspeed! Keep up the great work, and as always, I'll be following your updates on Twitter. Cheers! 🎮🐭
I love the G502, i dont get why everyone wants a super light mouse. When i played some FPS games like Xdefiant and CS2 with my MX master 3s i was way better than with the Glorious model O. Heavy>lighter
After a bit more than 2 years (of course :( ), my G502 Lightspeed also started suffering from the switches doing a doubleclick when clicked once.
So got myself the G502 X Lightspeed ... and it feels like a kind of downgrade
- It feels way more "plastic", it has less "body". This is partly because of the lighter weight. I knew they decided to ditch the extra weights (a decision I personally don't understand?) but it's really too light now.
- The left and right click has more travel. There where with the G502 had a very light and direct reaction, with the G502 X I have to apply just that little bit more pressure and feels/acts less direct.
- The 2nd DPI change button got way too big. I have big hands and now when using the Forward button, my thumb is also touching that bigger DPI change button a lot of times.
- The DPI indicator is now just 1 led and is placed there where you can not see it because it's now behind the scroll wheel (and my fingers).
- No direct check option anymore to see the battery level, now only shows when turning the mouse on.
- The pros are there too: the gliders are better and the option to turn around the thumb button for easier acces.
Returned it and got a normal G502 Lightspeed again. The X is just not worth the money and the normal model is way cheaper now.
Why does Logitech call some of them Lightspeed when they're 100g+?
I'm going in the reverse than everyone else. I love my Model O but lately a heavier mouse has been doing REALLY well in my hands in Apex. So im planning on going heavier.
I'm using my Naga (call me crazy) 😂 but it's 117g and I LOVE the weight and feel of it. I'm debating on
This G502 or the G903 to upgrade to. And having trouble deciding.
Also for the sniper button, could you Rebind that to say a crouch button in the software?
I don't understand the appeal of a "Lighter" mouse. G502 Lightspeed has a nice heft to it perfect for FPS especially if you are a sniper. I think the ones looking for a lighter mouse are compensating on something :D ...
*just got this mouse and i love it...have the old 502 lightspeed and i broke it and went to the razer basilisk v3 and now back to the g502 but the 502x plus and omg....its AMAZING!!! its everything i originally loved about the 502 but BETTER!*
Logitech releasing a completely different SKU and calling it a "Plus" when the only diffrence is RGB and +4 grams for 20 USD really baffles me. I don't see a place for it at all. They should've just made the decsion to launch it either with or without the RGB and price it somewhere in the middle ground. Those who dont want RGB can just turn it off, its not rocket science.