When it comes to gaming mice, few are as iconic as Logitech’s G502. Despite its many flaws, it’s been my go-to recommendation for nearly a decade. However, once I stepped outside my comfort zone, I realized that there are better gaming mice out there.
The Logitech G502 Is Large, Bulky, and Heavy
While the Logitech G502 is a sturdy, well-built mouse, it’s also very large and heavy. The reason why this is a bad thing is that it’s harder to handle, especially at low sensitivities, as you have to make large movements to move the crosshair just a little bit.
When you do a quick sniper flick, the heavy mouse’s inertia throws off your aim. Of course, a heavy mouse also causes more fatigue when you use it day after day, which is why some peopleuse ultralight gaming mice even for work.
While the latest Logitech G502 wireless model, the G502 X Lightspeed, is much lighter than its predecessors, it’s still a relatively heavy mouse, sitting at 102g. That’s a lot lighter than my Logitech G502’s 114g—and don’t even get me started on the 181g of my old wired G502 Proteus Spectrum. I took the Proteus Spectrum out of its box recently, and I genuinely don’t understand how I could have ever used such a heavy mouse.
For reference, ultralight mice are usually around 40–60g, around half the G502 X’s weight. I know that numbers don’t translate well over a screen (especially if you’re new to this), but if you have a chance to hold the G502 side-by-side with a lighter mouse for just a few seconds, you’ll instantly notice the difference. It’s the same feeling of wearing a heavy backpack all day and then finally taking it off.
Perhaps one of the craziest things about the older G502 is that they came with small weights that you could add to the underside. The thinking here is that a heavier mouse was more stable and thus more precise. We now know that it’s not the case.
An Ultralight Mouse Is a Must-Have for Competitive Gaming
Although I was well aware of the hype around light gaming mice for competitive shooters, I didn’t buy into it. I was landing sniper shots without problem with my G502 Lightspeed. I figured my larger hands negated some of the downsides of it being larger and heavier than ultralight mice.
However, that all changed the moment I finally took the leap and bought a lightweight mouse, theAjazz AJ179 Pro. The mouse weighs only 58g, which makes my G502 feel like a paperweight in comparison.
Ajazz AJ179 Pro
The Ajazz AJ179 Pro is an affordable ultralight gaming mouse, weighing just 58g. It features the precise PAW3395 sensor, supports an 8K polling rate via its 2.4GHz charging base, and also offers Bluetooth connectivity.
The primary reason I upgraded wasn’t actually just weight; I was more interested in the8K Hz polling rate. While anything over 2K is overkill and not even supported by many games, I just wanted to see if I could feel the difference onmy new 240Hz monitor—and I could.
That said, the main advantage of this mouse was its weight, not the high polling rate. My sniper flick shots were far more accurate, tracking enemies with assault rifles was easier, and my wrist felt less strained after lengthy gaming sessions. It made me feel more connected to the on-screen action, as the mouse responded more directly to my inputs, without the inertia that comes with a heavier mouse.
I Still Use My Logitech G502 a Lot
Just because I no longer play competitive games on the Logitech G502, it doesn’t mean that I no longer use it. After all, it’smy favorite mouse.
I find the shape to be rather comfortable, and the infinite scroll wheel is invaluable for blazing through documents. Essentially, if I don’t have to move the mouse a lot, I’ll just use the G502—just like howmost professionals usethe feature-packedLogitech MX Masterfor work, I use the G502.
The G502 has a much more satisfying click, too. Its overengineered clicks have no excess pre- or post-travel (movement in the button before and after clicking), though Iupgraded the left and right mouse buttonson both gaming mice to theHuano Transparent Shell White Dotswitches.
In addition to the infinite scroll wheel, another major advantage of the Logitech G502 is the well-placed DPI buttons, which Irepurposed as universal buttons. I use them in games to cast spells, use abilities, and drink potions.
One Mouse Can’t Do It All
If you’ve been using the same mouse for a while, like I was, I strongly encourage you to expand your horizons by trying something new. Much like the world ofcustom mechanical keyboards, there’s a wholeworld of mouseshapes and switches out there, waiting for you to pick them up.
Now, I don’t recommend buying a dozen different mice to find the one you like the best. First, figure out what kind of shape you like the best (tall, long, short, bulky, slim, etc.), and start your search from there. Just ensure it doesn’t weigh too much!
