Logitech G Pro X Superlight 2
When it comes to competitive gaming, precision and performance reign supreme. This is especially true for gaming mice, where the majority of your in-game success relies on the sensor. Enter our Digit Zero1 2023 Award Winner, the Logitech G Pro X Superlight 2. In this review, we take a closer look at the Superlight 2, evaluating its every facet, from design to performance. Let’s dive in!
When it comes to design, the Logitech G Pro X Superlight 2 is as simple as they come. You won’t find any distracting RGB or excessive buttons. Its only goal is to help you achieve peak performance. The Logitech G Pro X Superlight 2 features a sleek and minimalistic aesthetic, coming in either black, white, or pink. As we mentioned above, there are no lights and no frills. What you have here is a no-nonsense design. The mouse features great build quality as well. Despite the lightweight the mouse in no way feels cheap. The tactile experience was satisfying, and we didn’t experience any creaks or wobbles while using the mouse.
Let’s delve into what exactly makes the Superlight 2 a performance powerhouse. Starting with the sensor. We’ve raved enough and more about the Logitech HERO Sensor, and the upgraded HERO 2 sensor is no slouch, offering an improved maximum wireless polling rate of 2000 Hz over the previous iteration’s 1000 Hz. As far as accuracy is concerned we didn’t have any complaints; it beat out every other gaming mouse we’ve tested this year.
Another change in the Superlight 2 is the inclusion of optical switches, over the conventional mechanical switches present in the previous Superlight. The optical switches allow for faster response times, which is exactly what you want from a competitive gaming mouse. It also ends up improving the mouse’s battery life which was already impressive to begin with, so win-win really.
Coming to the battery life, like we just mentioned above, the Superlight 2 comes with improved battery life – a whopping 95 hours over the ~70 hours of its predecessor. Of course, there’s also the factor that gives it its name, its weight, or lack thereof. Weighing in at a mere 59.4 grams, it is one of the lightest gaming mice we’ve ever tested. Logitech has managed to drop the weight even further with the Superlight 2 bringing it down from the already impressive ~61g on the first Superlight. Logitech hasn’t needed to resort to the ever-so-popular honeycomb design to achieve this which is also impressive. This also allows the mouse to feel a lot more sturdy and robust in your hands. There are several benefits to the lightweightness of the mouse. The most obvious is the advantages of gaming, allowing you to respond and make movements quicker. The lightweight is also less taxing on the hands and wrists, especially over long gaming sessions. And long gaming sessions you will have, thanks to the impressive battery life on this mouse.
Coming to the software, Logitech’s G Hub software is intuitive and allows you to fully tweak and customize every aspect of the G Pro X Superlight 2. Whether it’s fine-tuning CPI settings, adjusting polling rates, or toggling between gaming and power-saving modes. While we have no issues with the software, some would prefer to not need to rely on the software immediately. You see, the G Pro X Superlight 2 does not come with a DPI switch, meaning you need the software to adjust this. We can see how this might come across as a hassle for people who constantly need to or want to change their DPI settings. Additionally, some complain the G Hub software comes across as fairly intensive while running in the background.
The Logitech G Pro X Superlight 2, much like its predecessor, is a no-frills, no-nonsense gaming mouse. It’s all about the performance, and in that aspect it certainly delivers. Logitech has managed to improve on every aspect of the already fantastic G Pro X Superlight, including the weight, the switches, the sensor, and the battery life. For a mouse that’s all about the minimalist aesthetic, this mouse still manages to look pretty good. You don’t need flashy RGB to have a good-looking gaming mouse. Of course, the issue of needing the software to be able to adjust DPI and the lack of a DPI switch button is a hassle, especially if you’re someone who plays several different genres of games. However, if you’re ok with the software then we have no problems recommending this mouse. Especially if you’re a competitive FPS gamer looking for their next wireless gaming companion.
