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Logitech G403 Hero Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price:~£55Connectivity:wiredMaximum polling rate:1000 HzMaximum DPI:25600 DPIWeight:87.3 g

Logitech G403 Hero Review: Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Mice category and whether it is worth buying.

6.0

Overall score

Score
6.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the mouse's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best mice on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
Score components

80%

5.6

Technical score

20%

7.7

User score

â–¼Worse than 54% of mice
5.6

Technical score

Technical score
5.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Mice category across these key areas: Performance & Sensor, Connectivity, Battery & Charging, Controls, Design, Features.
When it matters
When you want to compare mice based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
Score components

36%

6.4

Performance & Sensor

22%

4.9

Controls

16%

6.8

Design

14%

6.1

Features

7%

1.1

Connectivity

5%

4.2

Battery & Charging

â–¼Worse than 52% of mice
7.7

User score

User score
7.7/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the mouse.
When it matters
When you want to understand how a mouse performs in daily use or gaming and how reliable it is in terms of comfort, button feel, tracking accuracy, and long-term durability.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
Score components

70%

9.4

User ratings

30%

3.7

Number of reviews

Based on 17 buyer reviews from online shops.
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How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
â–¼Worse than 72% of mice
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Technical Specifications of mouse Logitech G403 Hero

Technical score
Technical score
5.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Mice category across these key areas: Performance & Sensor, Connectivity, Battery & Charging, Controls, Design, Features.
When it matters
When you want to compare mice based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
Score components:

36%

6.4

Performance & Sensor

22%

4.9

Controls

16%

6.8

Design

14%

6.1

Features

7%

1.1

Connectivity

5%

4.2

Battery & Charging

5.6
User score
User score
7.7/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the mouse.
When it matters
When you want to understand how a mouse performs in daily use or gaming and how reliable it is in terms of comfort, button feel, tracking accuracy, and long-term durability.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
Score components

70%

9.4

User ratings

30%

3.7

Number of reviews

Based on 17 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
7.7
Popularity
Popularity
3.7/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the mouse.
When it matters
When you prefer a mouse that has already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
Popularity:
Logitech G403 Hero has a popularity score of 3.7 points, which is lower than that of 73.7% of products in this category.
3.7
Value for money
Value for money
7.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the mouse's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a mouse that offers a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
Score components:

60%

6.0

Overall score

40%

10

Price

7.2
Brand name
Logitech
Maximum polling rate
1,000 Hz
Maximum polling rate
1,000 Hz
â–² Better than 28% of models
Market range: <125 Hz – >8k Hz
This mouse has a maximum polling rate of 1,000 Hz, which is higher than 27.8% of mice and equal to 55% of mice.
Wired polling rate
1,000 Hz
Wired polling rate
1,000 Hz
â–² Better than 13% of models
Market range: <125 Hz – >1k Hz
This mouse has a wired polling rate of 1,000 Hz, which is higher than 13.2% of mice and equal to 77.4% of mice.
2.4 GHz polling rate
N/A
Bluetooth polling rate
0 Hz
Bluetooth polling rate
0 Hz
â–¼ Worse than 36% of models
Market range: <0 Hz – >125 Hz
This mouse has a Bluetooth polling rate of 0 Hz, which is lower than 36% of mice and equal to 64% of mice.
wired only.
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Connectivity
wired
Connectivity
wired
â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
This mouse supports wired connectivity, which is less versatile than 65.1% of mice and equal to 34.9% of mice.
connection modes: wired.
Bluetooth support
no
Bluetooth support
no
â–¼ Worse than 36% of models
This mouse does not support Bluetooth. 35.6% of mice support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
N/A
Proprietary 2.4 GHz support
no
Proprietary 2.4 GHz support
no
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
This mouse does not support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless. 61.3% of mice support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless.
Receiver included
no
Receiver included
no
â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
This mouse does not include a receiver. 62.3% of mice include a receiver.
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Battery life
N/A
Battery capacity
N/A
Battery form factor
N/A
Rechargeable battery
no
Rechargeable battery
no
â–¼ Worse than 46% of models
This mouse does not use a rechargeable battery. 46% of mice use a rechargeable battery.
Removable battery
no
Removable battery
no
â–¼ Worse than 22% of models
This mouse does not use a removable battery. 22.3% of mice use a removable battery.
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N. of buttons
6
N. of buttons
6
â–¼ Worse than 37% of models
Market range: <4 – >9
This mouse has 6 buttons, which is more than 23.2% of mice and equal to 40% of mice.
N. of side buttons
2
N. of side buttons
2
â–¼ Worse than 16% of models
Market range: <0 – >3
This mouse has 2 side buttons, which is more than 15% of mice and equal to 68.6% of mice.
N. of programmable buttons
6
N. of programmable buttons
6
â–² Better than 36% of models
Market range: <0 – >9
This mouse has 6 programmable buttons, which is more than 35.6% of mice and equal to 31.2% of mice.
DPI switching button
yes
DPI switching button
yes
â–² Better than 15% of models
This mouse includes a DPI switching button. 14.7% of mice include a DPI switching button.
Profile switching button
no
Profile switching button
no
â–¼ Worse than 16% of models
This mouse does not include a profile switching button. 16% of mice include a profile switching button.
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Orientation
right-handed
Weight
87.3 g
Weight
87.3 g
â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
Market range: <52 g – >125 g
This mouse weighs 87.3 g, which is heavier than 56.2% of mice and equal to 0.1% of mice.
Extra weights
10 g
Extra weights
10 g
★ Better than 96% of models
Market range: <0 g – >25 g
This mouse comes with 10 g of extra weights, which is more than 95.6% of mice and equal to 0.4% of mice.
Cable length
2.1 m
Cable length
2.1 m
★ Better than 96% of models
Market range: <1.5 m – >2 m
This mouse comes with a 2.1 m cable, which is longer than 95.9% of mice and equal to 3.8% of mice.
Cable type
braided
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Onboard memory profiles
1
Onboard memory profiles
1
â–² Better than 48% of models
Market range: <0 – >5
This mouse stores 1 onboard profiles, which is more than 48% of mice and equal to 20% of mice.
Onboard memory size
?
Software name
Logitech G HUB
Firmware upgradable
yes
Firmware upgradable
yes
â–² Better than 22% of models
This mouse supports firmware updates. 22.5% of mice support firmware updates.
Suitable for gaming
yes
Suitable for gaming
yes
â–² Better than 24% of models
This mouse is suitable for gaming. 23.9% of mice are suitable for gaming.

Logitech G403 Hero vs the average mouse

246810TotalPerformance & SensorConnectivityBattery & ChargingControlsDesignFeatures
  • 2.56x higher maximum DPI
    Maximum DPI
    25,600 DPI
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <1.6k DPI – >26k DPI
    This mouse has a maximum DPI of 25600 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10000 DPI.
    25,600 DPI vs 10,000 DPI
  • Usable while charging
    Use while charging
    yes
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    This mouse can be used while charging, while the average mouse cannot. 47.5% of mice can be used while charging.
  • 10 g more tuning weights
    Extra weights
    10 g
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <0 g – >25 g
    This mouse comes with 10 g of extra weights, while the average mouse comes with 0 g of extra weights.
    10 g vs 0 g
  • 0.3 m longer cable
    Cable length
    2.1 m
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <1.5 m – >2 m
    This mouse comes with a 2.1 m cable, while the average mouse comes with a 1.8 m cable.
    2.1 m vs 1.8 m
  • 100 DPI lower minimum setting
    Minimum DPI
    100 DPI
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <50 DPI – >1k DPI
    This mouse goes as low as 100 DPI, while the average mouse goes as low as 200 DPI.
    100 DPI vs 200 DPI
  • 2.56x higher maximum DPI
    Maximum DPI
    25,600 DPI
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <1.6k DPI – >26k DPI
    This mouse has a maximum DPI of 25600 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10000 DPI.
    25,600 DPI vs 10,000 DPI
  • 100 DPI lower minimum setting
    Minimum DPI
    100 DPI
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <50 DPI – >1k DPI
    This mouse goes as low as 100 DPI, while the average mouse goes as low as 200 DPI.
    100 DPI vs 200 DPI
  • Usable while charging
    Use while charging
    yes
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    This mouse can be used while charging, while the average mouse cannot. 47.5% of mice can be used while charging.
  • 10 g more tuning weights
    Extra weights
    10 g
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <0 g – >25 g
    This mouse comes with 10 g of extra weights, while the average mouse comes with 0 g of extra weights.
    10 g vs 0 g
  • 0.3 m longer cable
    Cable length
    2.1 m
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <1.5 m – >2 m
    This mouse comes with a 2.1 m cable, while the average mouse comes with a 1.8 m cable.
    2.1 m vs 1.8 m
  • No proprietary 2.4 GHz support
    Proprietary 2.4 GHz support
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This mouse does not support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless, while the average mouse does. 61.3% of mice support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless.
  • No automatic sleep mode
    Auto-sleep
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This mouse does not support auto-sleep, while the average mouse does. 60.5% of mice support auto-sleep.
  • No receiver included
    Receiver included
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
    This mouse does not include a receiver, while the average mouse does. 62.3% of mice include a receiver.
  • 10 million clicks shorter switch lifespan
    Switch durability
    20 million clicks
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <5 million clicks – >90 million clicks
    This mouse has a switch durability of 20 million clicks, while the average mouse has a switch durability of 30 million clicks.
    20 million clicks vs 30 million clicks
  • No angle snapping support
    Angle snapping
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This mouse does not support angle snapping, while the average mouse does. 54.4% of mice support angle snapping.
  • 6.5% higher mouse weight
    Weight
    87.3 g
    â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
    Market range: <52 g – >125 g
    This mouse weighs 87.3 g, while the average mouse weighs 82 g.
    87.3 g vs 82 g
  • No battery level indicator
    Battery level indicator
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    This mouse does not include a battery level indicator, while the average mouse does. 59.4% of mice include a battery level indicator.
  • Limited connectivity
    Connectivity
    wired
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    This mouse supports wired connectivity, while the average mouse supports wireless connectivity.
    connection modes: wired.
    wired vs wireless
  • 74% less popular
    Logitech G403 Hero is less popular than the average mouse (3.67 vs 6.4).
    3.67 vs 6.38
  • 57.1% more expensive
    Logitech G403 Hero is more expensive than the average mouse (£55 vs £35).
    £55 vs £35
  • 3.8% lower user score
    User score
    7.7/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the mouse.
    When it matters
    When you want to understand how a mouse performs in daily use or gaming and how reliable it is in terms of comfort, button feel, tracking accuracy, and long-term durability.
    Score distribution
    ▼▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Logitech G403 Hero
    the average mouse
    Logitech G403 Hero has a lower user score than the average mouse (7.71 vs 8.000).
    7.71 vs 8
  • No angle snapping support
    Angle snapping
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This mouse does not support angle snapping, while the average mouse does. 54.4% of mice support angle snapping.
  • Poor default DPI tuning
    Default DPI
    800 DPI
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    This mouse uses a default DPI of 800 DPI, while the average mouse uses a default DPI of 1000 DPI.
    800 DPI vs 1,000 DPI
  • No proprietary 2.4 GHz support
    Proprietary 2.4 GHz support
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This mouse does not support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless, while the average mouse does. 61.3% of mice support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless.
  • No receiver included
    Receiver included
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
    This mouse does not include a receiver, while the average mouse does. 62.3% of mice include a receiver.
  • Limited connectivity
    Connectivity
    wired
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    This mouse supports wired connectivity, while the average mouse supports wireless connectivity.
    connection modes: wired.
    wired vs wireless
  • No automatic sleep mode
    Auto-sleep
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This mouse does not support auto-sleep, while the average mouse does. 60.5% of mice support auto-sleep.
  • No battery level indicator
    Battery level indicator
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    This mouse does not include a battery level indicator, while the average mouse does. 59.4% of mice include a battery level indicator.
  • 10 million clicks shorter switch lifespan
    Switch durability
    20 million clicks
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <5 million clicks – >90 million clicks
    This mouse has a switch durability of 20 million clicks, while the average mouse has a switch durability of 30 million clicks.
    20 million clicks vs 30 million clicks
  • 6.5% higher mouse weight
    Weight
    87.3 g
    â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
    Market range: <52 g – >125 g
    This mouse weighs 87.3 g, while the average mouse weighs 82 g.
    87.3 g vs 82 g
  • 3.3 mm taller mouse height
    Height
    43 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <36 mm – >43 mm
    This mouse has a height of 43 mm, while the average mouse has a height of 39.7 mm.
    43 mm vs 39.7 mm

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Third-party reviews

Based on 17 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: May 2026 · How we calculate this
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What we like about Logitech G403 Hero

  • Excellent HERO 25K sensor providing high precision and 1:1 tracking
  • Highly comfortable ergonomic shape, especially for palm and claw grips
  • Very low click latency making it highly responsive for competitive FPS gaming
  • Lightweight design (87g) with an optional 10g removable weight for customization
  • High-quality rubber side grips that improve control and handling
  • Large, well-positioned, and tactile side buttons that are easy to actuate
  • Excellent software support through Logitech G HUB for RGB and DPI customization

What we don't like about Logitech G403 Hero

  • The braided cable is often described as thick, stiff, and prone to snagging
  • Reports of long-term durability issues, specifically scroll wheel 'rattle' or failure
  • Potential for 'double-clicking' issues on the primary buttons over time
  • The prominent rear 'hump' can be divisive and may not suit all hand shapes
  • Not ideal for users with very small hands who may struggle to reach the scroll wheel
  • Limited number of programmable buttons (6 total) compared to dedicated MMO mice
  • Right-handed only design excludes left-handed users

Verdict

The Logitech G403 Hero is a wired ergonomic gaming mouse featuring the advanced HERO 25K sensor, offering a massive sensitivity range from 100 to 25,600 DPI and a 1,000Hz polling rate. Weighing 87g with an optional 10g removable weight, it is built for comfort with double-injected rubber side grips and 6 programmable buttons manageable via G HUB software. Its primary pros include exceptional tracking accuracy with 400+ IPS, a highly comfortable right-handed shape suitable for palm or claw grips, and crisp, responsive clicks thanks to a mechanical spring tensioning system. However, common cons include a relatively thick and stiff braided cable that can cause drag, a basic scroll wheel without tilt inputs, and occasional reports of long-term durability issues like double-clicking or scroll wheel inconsistencies.

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