Logitech MX Ergo S vs Logitech MX Master 3S

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MX Ergo S compared with MX Master 3S
LogitechMX Ergo SLogitechMX Master 3S
Overview
ReleasedSeptember 2024May 2022
Tracking
ShapeTrackballErgonomic
HandRight handRight hand
SensitivityUp to 2,048 DPIUp to 8,000 DPI (better)
SensorLogitech Advanced Optical TrackingDarkfield high precision
Buttons8 (better)7
Free-spinning wheelNoYes
Thumb wheelNoYes
Quiet clicksYesYes
Sensor512–2,048 DPI; precision mode button for slower, finer tracking; report rate 125 Hz over Logi Bolt and 88–133 Hz over Bluetooth200–8,000 DPI, adjustable in 50 DPI steps (1,000 DPI by default); tracks on glass at least 4 mm thick
Scroll wheelPrecision scroll wheel with left and right tilt and middle clickMagSpeed electromagnetic wheel with SmartShift, which switches between ratchet and free-spin as you scroll faster; up to 1,000 lines a second
Thumb wheel–Horizontal scrolling; app-specific functions such as zoom or brush size in Logi Options+
Gestures–Gesture button in the thumb rest (hold it and move the mouse); up to five actions in Logi Options+
Connections and battery
Connects byBluetooth and USB receiverBluetooth and USB receiver
Devices it switches between23 (better)
PowerRechargeableRechargeable
Battery life (maker's claim)Up to 120 daysUp to 70 days
Charging portUSB-CUSB-C
ReceiverLogi Bolt USB-A receiver includedLogi Bolt USB-A receiver with the standard version; the Bluetooth Edition and the Mac version work with Logi Bolt but come without a receiver; not compatible with Unifying receivers
ChargingUSB-C; a 1-minute charge gives 24 hours of use; full charge in 2 hours; 500 mAh battery; cable not includedUSB-C; a 1-minute charge gives 3 hours of use; 500 mAh lithium-polymer battery; can be used while charging
Works withBluetooth 5.2 with Windows 10, 11 or later, macOS 12 or later, iPadOS 15 or later, Android 12 or later, Linux and ChromeOS; Logi Bolt with Windows 10, 11 or later, macOS 12 or later, Linux and ChromeOSBluetooth Low Energy with Windows 10, 11 or later, macOS 10.15 or later, iPadOS 14 or later, Android 8.0 or later, Linux and ChromeOS; Logi Bolt with Windows 10, 11 or later, macOS 10.15 or later, Linux and ChromeOS
SoftwareLogi Options+ on Windows and macOS (Smart Actions, Logitech Flow)Logi Options+ on Windows and macOS (Smart Actions, Logitech Flow); basic functions work without software on other systems
Design
Weight259 g141 g (better)
Size132.5 × 99.8 × 51.4 mm (length × width × height); 259 g with the metal base plate, 164 g without124.9 × 84.3 × 51 mm (length × width × height)
MaterialsPlastics with 20% certified post-consumer recycled content; soft rubber grip; metal base plate with hinge; left and right buttons rated for 3 million clicksCertified post-consumer recycled plastic, 27% in Graphite and 22% in Pale Grey; PTFE feet rated for 250 km; left and right buttons rated for 10 million clicks
ColoursGraphiteGraphite, Pale Grey; Mac version in Space Grey, Pale Grey; Bluetooth Edition in Graphite
In the boxTrackball, Logi Bolt USB receiver, documentation (no cable)Mouse, Logi Bolt USB receiver, USB-C charging cable (USB-A to USB-C), documentation; Bluetooth Edition has the mouse and documentation only; Mac version has a USB-C to USB-C cable and no receiver
Warranty2-year limited hardware warranty2-year limited hardware warranty

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