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Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price:~£80Connectivity:wireless+wiredMaximum polling rate:1000 HzMaximum DPI:25600 DPIWeight:114 g

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED Review: Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Mice category and whether it is worth buying.

7.4

Overall score

Score
7.4/ 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–² Better than 76% of models
Score components

80%

6.9

Technical Score

20%

9.4

User score

â–²Better than 76% of mice
6.9

Technical Score

Technical score
6.9/ 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–² Better than 70% of models
Score components

36%

6.1

Performance & Sensor

22%

7.5

Controls

16%

4.6

Design

14%

9.7

Features

7%

9.7

Connectivity

5%

6.0

Battery & Charging

â–²Better than 70% of mice
9.4

User score

User score
9.4/ 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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★ Better than 97% of models
Score components

70%

9.2

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on 21,435 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.
★Better than 97% of mice
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Verdict

The Logitech G502 Lightspeed is a high-performance wireless gaming mouse featuring the advanced HERO 25K sensor with a maximum DPI of 25,600 and a 1ms reporting rate via 2.4 GHz Lightspeed technology. It boasts 11 programmable buttons, a dual-mode hyper-fast scroll wheel, and an adjustable weight system using six removable weights (four 2g and two 4g) to tune its 114g base weight. Key pros include its lag-free wireless connectivity, ergonomic design with a dedicated G-Shift button, and PowerPlay compatibility for continuous wireless charging. However, some users find it relatively heavy compared to modern ultra-light competitors, and it remains a premium-priced option with a micro-USB charging port on older batches.

Technical Specifications of mouse Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED

Technical Score
Technical score
6.9/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 70% of models
Score components:

36%

6.1

Performance & Sensor

22%

7.5

Controls

16%

4.6

Design

14%

9.7

Features

7%

9.7

Connectivity

5%

6.0

Battery & Charging

6.9
Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED has a technical score of 6.9 points, which is higher than that of 70.4% of products in this category.
User score
User score
9.4/ 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
★ Better than 97% of models
Score components

70%

9.2

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on 21,435 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.
9.4
Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED has a user score of 9.43 points, which is higher than that of 97.4% of products in this category.
Popularity
Popularity
10.0/ 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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★ Better than 92% of models
Popularity:
Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED has a popularity score of 10 points, which is higher than that of 91.5% of products in this category.
10
Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED has a popularity score of 10 points, which is higher than that of 91.5% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
8.2/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 75% of models
Score components:

60%

7.4

Overall score

40%

10

Price

8.2
Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED has a value-for-money score of 8.2 points, which is higher than that of 75.1% of products in this category.
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
1,000 Hz
2.4 GHz polling rate
1,000 Hz
â–² Better than 33% of models
Market range: <125 Hz – >8k Hz
This mouse has a 2.4 GHz polling rate of 1,000 Hz, which is higher than 33.4% of mice and equal to 46.9% of mice.
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.
2.4GHz only.
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Connectivity
wireless+wired
Connectivity
wireless+wired
â–² Better than 57% of models
This mouse supports wireless+wired connectivity, which is more versatile than 56.8% of mice and equal to 43.3% of mice.
connection modes: wired / 2.4 GHz.
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
yes
Proprietary 2.4 GHz support
yes
â–² Better than 39% of models
This mouse supports proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless. 38.8% of mice support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless.
Receiver included
yes
Receiver included
yes
â–² Better than 38% of models
This mouse includes a receiver. 37.8% of mice include a receiver.
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Battery life
60 hours
Battery life
60 hours
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Market range: <50 hours – >500 hours
This mouse has a battery life of 60 hours, which is less than 78.2% of mice and equal to 6.9% of mice.
Battery capacity
240 mAh
Battery capacity
240 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
Market range: <300 mAh – >800 mAh
This mouse has a battery capacity of 240 mAh, which is smaller than 95.1% of mice and equal to 1.6% of mice.
Battery form factor
integrated
Rechargeable battery
yes
Rechargeable battery
yes
â–² Better than 54% of models
This mouse uses a rechargeable battery. 54.2% 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
12
N. of buttons
12
★ Better than 96% of models
Market range: <4 – >9
This mouse has 12 buttons, which is more than 96.3% of mice and equal to 0.7% of mice.
N. of side buttons
3
N. of side buttons
3
â–² Better than 84% of models
Market range: <0 – >3
This mouse has 3 side buttons, which is more than 83.8% of mice and equal to 8.6% of mice.
N. of programmable buttons
11
N. of programmable buttons
11
★ Better than 94% of models
Market range: <0 – >9
This mouse has 11 programmable buttons, which is more than 93.9% of mice and equal to 2.2% 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
yes
Profile switching button
yes
â–² Better than 84% of models
This mouse includes a profile switching button. 84.1% of mice include a profile switching button.
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Orientation
right-handed
Weight
114 g
Weight
114 g
â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
Market range: <52 g – >125 g
This mouse weighs 114 g, which is heavier than 83.7% of mice and equal to 0.3% of mice.
Extra weights
16 g
Extra weights
16 g
★ Better than 97% of models
Market range: <0 g – >25 g
This mouse comes with 16 g of extra weights, which is more than 97% of mice.
Cable length
1.8 m
Cable length
1.8 m
â–² Better than 18% of models
Market range: <1.5 m – >2 m
This mouse comes with a 1.8 m cable, which is longer than 18.4% of mice and equal to 65.2% of mice.
Cable type
N/A
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Onboard memory profiles
5
Onboard memory profiles
5
â–² Better than 81% of models
Market range: <0 – >5
This mouse stores 5 onboard profiles, which is more than 81.4% of mice and equal to 18.2% 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 G502 LIGHTSPEED vs the average mouse

246810TotalPerformance & SensorConnectivityBattery & ChargingControlsDesignFeatures
  • 5 more programmable buttons
    N. of programmable buttons
    11
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <0 – >9
    This mouse has 11 programmable buttons, while the average mouse has 6 programmable buttons.
    11 vs 6
  • 4 more onboard profiles
    Onboard memory profiles
    5
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <0 – >5
    This mouse stores 5 onboard profiles, while the average mouse stores 1 onboard profiles.
    5 vs 1
  • 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
  • Free-spin scroll mode
    Scroll free-spin mode
    yes
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    This mouse offers a free-spin scroll mode, while the average mouse does not. 3.9% of mice offer a free-spin scroll mode.
  • 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.
  • 20 million clicks longer switch lifespan
    Switch durability
    50 million clicks
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    Market range: <5 million clicks – >90 million clicks
    This mouse offers switch durability of 50 million clicks, while the average mouse offers switch durability of 30 million clicks.
    50 million clicks vs 30 million clicks
  • 1 more side buttons
    N. of side buttons
    3
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <0 – >3
    This mouse has 3 side buttons, while the average mouse has 2 side buttons.
    3 vs 2
  • Tilting scroll wheel
    Tilting scroll wheel
    yes
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    This mouse has a tilting scroll wheel, while the average mouse does not. 6.6% of mice have a tilting scroll wheel.
  • 17.8% higher user score
    User score
    9.4/ 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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    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED
    the average mouse
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED has a higher user score than the average mouse (9.43 vs 8.000).
    9.43 vs 8
  • 56.6% more popular
    Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED is more popular than the average mouse (10 vs 6.4).
    10 vs 6.38
  • 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
  • Versatile connectivity
    Connectivity
    wireless+wired
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This mouse supports wireless+wired connectivity, while the average mouse supports wireless connectivity.
    connection modes: wired / 2.4 GHz.
    wireless+wired vs wireless
  • Receiver storage inside mouse
    Receiver storage in mouse
    yes
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    This mouse has receiver storage inside the mouse, while the average mouse does not. 45.9% of mice have receiver storage inside the mouse.
  • 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.
  • Rechargeable battery
    Rechargeable battery
    yes
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    This mouse uses a rechargeable battery, while the average mouse does not. 45.9% of mice use a rechargeable battery.
  • Wireless charging
    Wireless charging
    yes
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    This mouse supports wireless charging, while the average mouse does not. 10.6% of mice support wireless charging.
  • 5 more programmable buttons
    N. of programmable buttons
    11
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <0 – >9
    This mouse has 11 programmable buttons, while the average mouse has 6 programmable buttons.
    11 vs 6
  • Free-spin scroll mode
    Scroll free-spin mode
    yes
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    This mouse offers a free-spin scroll mode, while the average mouse does not. 3.9% of mice offer a free-spin scroll mode.
  • 20 million clicks longer switch lifespan
    Switch durability
    50 million clicks
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    Market range: <5 million clicks – >90 million clicks
    This mouse offers switch durability of 50 million clicks, while the average mouse offers switch durability of 30 million clicks.
    50 million clicks vs 30 million clicks
  • 1 more side buttons
    N. of side buttons
    3
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <0 – >3
    This mouse has 3 side buttons, while the average mouse has 2 side buttons.
    3 vs 2
  • Tilting scroll wheel
    Tilting scroll wheel
    yes
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    This mouse has a tilting scroll wheel, while the average mouse does not. 6.6% of mice have a tilting scroll wheel.
  • Profile switch button
    Profile switching button
    yes
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    This mouse includes a profile switching button, while the average mouse does not. 16% of mice include a profile switching button.
  • 6 more buttons
    N. of buttons
    12
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <4 – >9
    This mouse has 12 buttons, while the average mouse has 6 buttons.
    12 vs 6
  • 16 g more tuning weights
    Extra weights
    16 g
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <0 g – >25 g
    This mouse comes with 16 g of extra weights, while the average mouse comes with 0 g of extra weights.
    16 g vs 0 g
  • Detachable cable
    Detachable cable
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This mouse comes with a detachable cable, while the average mouse does not. 43% of mice come with a detachable cable.
  • 4 more onboard profiles
    Onboard memory profiles
    5
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <0 – >5
    This mouse stores 5 onboard profiles, while the average mouse stores 1 onboard profiles.
    5 vs 1
  • 39% higher mouse weight
    Weight
    114 g
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <52 g – >125 g
    This mouse weighs 114 g, while the average mouse weighs 82 g.
    114 g vs 82 g
  • 25 hours shorter battery life
    Battery life
    60 hours
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <50 hours – >500 hours
    This mouse has a battery life of 60 hours, while the average mouse has a battery life of 85 hours.
    60 hours vs 85 hours
  • 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.
  • 2.29x more expensive
    Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED is more expensive than the average mouse (£80 vs £35).
    £80 vs £35
  • 52% smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    240 mAh
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <300 mAh – >800 mAh
    This mouse has a battery capacity of 240 mAh, while the average mouse has a battery capacity of 500 mAh.
    240 mAh vs 500 mAh
  • 9 mm wider mouse width
    Width
    75 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <60 mm – >78 mm
    This mouse has a width of 75 mm, while the average mouse has a width of 66 mm.
    75 mm vs 66 mm
  • 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
  • 2.29x more expensive
    Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED is more expensive than the average mouse (£80 vs £35).
    £80 vs £35
  • 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
  • 25 hours shorter battery life
    Battery life
    60 hours
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <50 hours – >500 hours
    This mouse has a battery life of 60 hours, while the average mouse has a battery life of 85 hours.
    60 hours vs 85 hours
  • 52% smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    240 mAh
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <300 mAh – >800 mAh
    This mouse has a battery capacity of 240 mAh, while the average mouse has a battery capacity of 500 mAh.
    240 mAh vs 500 mAh
  • 39% higher mouse weight
    Weight
    114 g
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <52 g – >125 g
    This mouse weighs 114 g, while the average mouse weighs 82 g.
    114 g vs 82 g
  • 9 mm wider mouse width
    Width
    75 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <60 mm – >78 mm
    This mouse has a width of 75 mm, while the average mouse has a width of 66 mm.
    75 mm vs 66 mm

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Third-party reviews

Based on 21,435 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: May 2026 · How we calculate this
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What customers like about Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED?

  • High-performance HERO 25K sensor provides exceptional accuracy and tracking
  • Lightspeed wireless technology delivers pro-grade, ultra-fast, and lag-free performance
  • Iconic ergonomic design with a comfortable thumb rest, ideal for long sessions
  • 11 fully programmable buttons allow for extensive macro and command customisation
  • Versatile dual-mode 'Hyper-fast' scroll wheel for both precise ratcheting and free-spinning
  • Customisable weight system with six included weights to adjust balance and feel
  • Excellent battery life, offering up to 60 hours without lighting
  • Compatibility with Powerplay wireless charging for continuous use without cables

What customers dislike about Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED?

  • High retail price compared to other wireless gaming mice
  • Notably heavy at 114g, which may not suit competitive FPS players
  • Reported issues with 'double-clicking' due to mechanical switch failures over time
  • Logitech G Hub software is often described as unintuitive or prone to bugs
  • Scroll wheel can feel loud, stiff, or 'cheap' in ratcheted mode to some users
  • Large physical size may be difficult for users with smaller hands to grip comfortably
  • Lacks Bluetooth connectivity, limiting use to the USB receiver or wired mode
  • Uses an older Micro-USB charging port rather than the modern USB-C standard

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