Logitech G502 X LIGHTSPEED vs Logitech G502 X PLUS

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G502 X LIGHTSPEED compared with G502 X PLUS
LogitechG502 X LIGHTSPEEDLogitechG502 X PLUS
Overview
ReleasedAugust 2022August 2022
Tracking
ShapeErgonomicErgonomic
HandRight handRight hand
SensitivityUp to 44,000 DPIUp to 44,000 DPI
SensorHERO 44KHERO 44K
Buttons1111
Free-spinning wheelYesYes
Thumb wheelNoNo
Sensor100–44,000 DPI; over 678 IPS; over 40 G; 1,000 Hz (1 ms) report rate wireless and wired; zero smoothing, filtering and acceleration (Logitech UK store; Logitech's support specification still lists the earlier HERO 25K sensor with up to 25,600 DPI)100–44,000 DPI, over 678 IPS and over 40 G on the current UK specification; 1,000 Hz wired and wireless. Original launch specifications list HERO 25K with 25,600 DPI; the current maker page retains older figures in its description
Scroll wheelDual-mode wheel; click to switch between free-spinning hyper-fast scrolling and ratcheted scrolling; tilts left and right. Maker lists 11 physical buttons and 13 programmable controls, including wheel directionsMechanical switch selects ratcheted or free-spinning scrolling; wheel tilts left and right. Maker support lists 11 physical buttons and 13 programmable controls, including wheel directions
Connections and battery
Connects byUSB receiver and CableUSB receiver and Cable
PowerRechargeableRechargeable
Battery life (maker's claim)Up to 140 hoursUp to 130 hours
Charging portUSB-CUSB-C
ReceiverLIGHTSPEED USB-A receiver and USB extension cable included; one receiver can pair the mouse and a LIGHTSPEED keyboard (G915, G915 TKL, G715) through G HUBLIGHTSPEED USB-A receiver, storage compartment and extension adapter; a compatible LIGHTSPEED keyboard can share the receiver through G HUB
ChargingUSB-C; up to 140 hours (Logitech UK store); POWERPLAY wireless charging compatible (sold separately)USB-C; up to 130 hours with lighting off or 37 hours with default lighting. POWERPLAY charging mat sold separately; the support sheet's conflicting 500-hour and 18-month claims are not used
Works withWindows 10 or later, macOS 10.14 or later, with a USB portWindows 10 or later and macOS 10.14 or later; USB port required
SoftwareLogitech G HUB; 5 onboard memory profiles (2 by default)Logitech G HUB for macros, DPI and RGB lighting; two onboard profiles by default, five after configuration
Design
Weight102 g (better)106 g
Size131.4 × 79.2 × 41.1 mm (length × width × height)131.4 × 79.2 × 41.1 mm (length × width × height)
MaterialsLIGHTFORCE hybrid optical-mechanical switches; UHMWPE feet; rubber, ABS, polycarbonate and recycled plasticLIGHTFORCE hybrid optical-mechanical switches and rubber side grips; current maker specification lists UHMWPE feet, while the original reviews describe PTFE feet
ColoursBlack, WhiteBlack, White, Black/Purple and White/Mint on the current UK store
In the boxMouse, DPI-Shift button cover, USB-C charging cable, LIGHTSPEED USB-A receiver, USB extension cable, user documentationMouse, DPI-Shift button cover, USB-C charging cable, LIGHTSPEED USB-A receiver, USB extension adapter and user documentation
Warranty2-year limited hardware warranty–

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