When Logitech released the G Pro X Superlight in late 2020, it quickly became one of the most popular gaming mice on the market thanks to its versatile shape, flawless wireless performance, and sub-65g weight. Now, nearly three years later, Logitech has finally come out with a successor: the G Pro X Superlight 2. For better and for worse, it’s a mouse that represents a mostly iterative update on its highly regarded predecessor.
Design and Features
Putting the Superlight 2 and Superlight next to one another, most people would have a hard time telling the two apart. For one, the Superlight 2 features the same ‘potato’ shape as its predecessor. It’s a design that should work for most hands and grip styles and, at 60 grams, the Superlight 2 is only three grams lighter than the previous model.
Most people would have a hard time telling the two apart.
That said, there have been some meaningful tweaks. To start, the Superlight 2 now features a USB-C port for charging. Logitech also claims you can get up to 95 hours of battery life from the new model, up from 70 hours on the original. I never found the Superlight’s Micro USB port that annoying since it didn’t need charging frequently, and the included cable made inserting the connector incorrectly impossible. Still, the move to USB-C is appreciated, particularly since you can get away with keeping one less cable at your desk. I’ll note here the Superlight 2 comes with a charging cable inside the box. Logitech also includes grip tape for the left and right buttons, as well as the sides of the mouse.
All of the Superlight 2’s best new features are found inside the mouse. Internally, it includes a new Hero 2 sensor and a set of Lightforce switches for the buttons. The latter debuted with the G502 X series at the start of the year, and they’re notable for featuring both mechanical and optical parts. According to Logitech, the advantage of this approach is a switch that is fast, durable and, most of all, feels good to click.
This switch that is fast, durable and, most of all, feels good to click.
I haven’t had any durability or double-click issues with the buttons on my Superlight in the two years that I’ve owned it. That said, swapping out the stock Omron switches was one of the more popular mods for the original version, and having now used both I can see why. For me, the Lightforce switches are the highlight of the Superlight 2. There’s a satisfying tactility when you press on the left and right mouse buttons that isn’t there with the original. They sound bassier, too.
If you’re considering upgrading from the original, it’s worth noting Logitech has also tweaked the design of one of the Superlight 2’s feet. All three skates, including the optional one that you can add to the underside of the USB receiver compartment, are still made from additive-free PTFE, but the bottom foot now curves outward. That means aftermarket skates made for the original Superlight, including glass models like Superglides, aren’t fully compatible with the new mouse.
Logitech has also tweaked the design of one of the Superlight 2’s feet.
One of the more annoying things about the original Superlight is the shine it developed after extended use. I own one in white, and for a mouse that cost me $220 CAD to buy at the time, I thought plastic shine wouldn’t be something I would have to worry about at this price. It’s too early to tell if the Superlight 2 will suffer from that same issue, but what I can say is that the surface of the new mouse feels different. It’s grippier than I remember the original Superlight being when I first got mine, though that could be because I haven’t had enough time to break it in yet.
Other than the changes I listed above, the Superlight 2 is effectively the same esports-focused mouse that took over the market in late 2020. Logitech hasn’t added RGB lighting, a physical DPI switch, or Bluetooth connectivity, but if the exclusion of those features was what drew you to the Superlight in the first place, the Superlight 2 is simply a better version of its predecessor.
Software
As mentioned above, the Superlight 2 features Logitech’s new Hero 2 sensor, but that’s not really a big deal. Compared to the Superlight’s Hero 25K, it has a higher DPI ceiling and offers faster tracking, capping out at 32,000 and 500 inches per second respectively. At best, those capabilities exist solely to be used as marketing talking points, as it’s rare to find even pros who use DPI settings above 1,600. More consequentially, the Hero 2 supports 2,000Hz polling, up from 1,000Hz on the Hero 25K. Provided you own a PC with a relatively powerful processor, a higher polling rate should reduce input lag. At least, that’s the idea. In practice, end-to-end latency is more complicated and, more often than not, the polling rate of your peripherals is less important than other factors like the capabilities of your system’s CPU and GPU.
It’s also worth noting some competing mice, such as Razer Viper 8K and Corsair Sabre Pro, offer polling rates that max out at 8,000Hz, four times that of the Superlight 2. I didn’t notice or feel a precipitable difference between the responsiveness of the Superlight and Superlight 2, even when I had the latter set to 2,000Hz. Your mileage may vary, but I believe the other changes I mentioned are more compelling reasons to get the Superlight 2.
I didn’t notice a precipitable difference between the responsiveness of the Superlight and Superlight 2.
You can adjust all of the Superlight 2’s settings (and save them to the mouse’s onboard memory) through Logitech’s G Hub software. If you decide to migrate to the Superlight 2 from a different mouse, Logitech’s “Hero Sensor Calibration” feature is there to translate your current DPI settings over to the new mouse as closely as possible. There’s also a new set of advanced settings that allows you to set X and Y-axis DPI independently of one another, and adjust the lift-off distance if you’d like to fine-tune your mouse.
Gaming Performance
As its name suggests, the Superlight 2 is light but still feels substantial, making it easy to flick when the situation calls for it. I find the shape works great for my hand and fingertip grip. As I said before, the new Lightforce switches are the star of the show, making every click feel responsive and impactful. Likewise, the new Hero 2 sensor feels crisp and accurate. As for the 2,000Hz polling rate, I don’t have access to a monitor with Nvidia’s Reflex Latency Analyzer technology built-in, so I wasn’t able to measure how that feature of the Superlight 2 affected performance on my system. Again, I didn’t notice a perceptible difference going from 1,000Hz to 2,000Hz, but some players may be better attuned to the faster polling rate.
The Competition
The premium sub-60 gram category has become one of the most crowded segments in the gaming mouse market, thanks in large part to the success of the original Superlight. If the Superlight 2’s shape doesn’t work for you, there are plenty of other options: For claw and fingertip grip users, Razer offers the 58g, 30,000-DPI Viper V2 Pro for $150. More importantly, it supports a 4,000Hz polling rate, provided you buy the optional $30 HyperPolling dongle. Another option for claw and palm-grip users is Logitech’s own G303 Shroud Edition. Priced at $130, the G303 weighs 75g and features Logitech’s previous-generation Hero 25K sensor. It’s limited to a 1,000Hz polling rate, but as a result, battery life on the G303 is advertised at 145 hours.
For something more affordable, consider a mouse like the Xtrfy M4 Wireless. At 71 grams it’s a tad heavier than the Superlight 2 and the Viper V2 Pro, but the tradeoff is it ships with a modular shell that increases the adjustability of the mouse. Another nifty feature of the M4 is a switch that offers control over settings like polling rate and lift-off distance without the need for any software.
It’s also worth pointing out Logitech plans to continue selling the original Superlight for the foreseeable future, so that’s another option.
Purchasing Guide
At launch, Logitech is offering the Superlight 2 in three colors: Black, white and magenta. All three models are available to purchase from Logitech’s website, as well as major retailers like Amazon, for $159.
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Design and Features
Putting the Superlight 2 and Superlight next to one another, most people would have a hard time telling the two apart. For one, the Superlight 2 features the same ‘potato’ shape as its predecessor. It’s a design that should work for most hands and grip styles and, at 60 grams, the Superlight 2 is only three grams lighter than the previous model.
Most people would have a hard time telling the two apart.
That said, there have been some meaningful tweaks. To start, the Superlight 2 now features a USB-C port for charging. Logitech also claims you can get up to 95 hours of battery life from the new model, up from 70 hours on the original. I never found the Superlight’s Micro USB port that annoying since it didn’t need charging frequently, and the included cable made inserting the connector incorrectly impossible. Still, the move to USB-C is appreciated, particularly since you can get away with keeping one less cable at your desk. I’ll note here the Superlight 2 comes with a charging cable inside the box. Logitech also includes grip tape for the left and right buttons, as well as the sides of the mouse.
All of the Superlight 2’s best new features are found inside the mouse. Internally, it includes a new Hero 2 sensor and a set of Lightforce switches for the buttons. The latter debuted with the G502 X series at the start of the year, and they’re notable for featuring both mechanical and optical parts. According to Logitech, the advantage of this approach is a switch that is fast, durable and, most of all, feels good to click.
This switch that is fast, durable and, most of all, feels good to click.
I haven’t had any durability or double-click issues with the buttons on my Superlight in the two years that I’ve owned it. That said, swapping out the stock Omron switches was one of the more popular mods for the original version, and having now used both I can see why. For me, the Lightforce switches are the highlight of the Superlight 2. There’s a satisfying tactility when you press on the left and right mouse buttons that isn’t there with the original. They sound bassier, too.
If you’re considering upgrading from the original, it’s worth noting Logitech has also tweaked the design of one of the Superlight 2’s feet. All three skates, including the optional one that you can add to the underside of the USB receiver compartment, are still made from additive-free PTFE, but the bottom foot now curves outward. That means aftermarket skates made for the original Superlight, including glass models like Superglides, aren’t fully compatible with the new mouse.
Logitech has also tweaked the design of one of the Superlight 2’s feet.
One of the more annoying things about the original Superlight is the shine it developed after extended use. I own one in white, and for a mouse that cost me $220 CAD to buy at the time, I thought plastic shine wouldn’t be something I would have to worry about at this price. It’s too early to tell if the Superlight 2 will suffer from that same issue, but what I can say is that the surface of the new mouse feels different. It’s grippier than I remember the original Superlight being when I first got mine, though that could be because I haven’t had enough time to break it in yet.
Other than the changes I listed above, the Superlight 2 is effectively the same esports-focused mouse that took over the market in late 2020. Logitech hasn’t added RGB lighting, a physical DPI switch, or Bluetooth connectivity, but if the exclusion of those features was what drew you to the Superlight in the first place, the Superlight 2 is simply a better version of its predecessor.
Software
As mentioned above, the Superlight 2 features Logitech’s new Hero 2 sensor, but that’s not really a big deal. Compared to the Superlight’s Hero 25K, it has a higher DPI ceiling and offers faster tracking, capping out at 32,000 and 500 inches per second respectively. At best, those capabilities exist solely to be used as marketing talking points, as it’s rare to find even pros who use DPI settings above 1,600. More consequentially, the Hero 2 supports 2,000Hz polling, up from 1,000Hz on the Hero 25K. Provided you own a PC with a relatively powerful processor, a higher polling rate should reduce input lag. At least, that’s the idea. In practice, end-to-end latency is more complicated and, more often than not, the polling rate of your peripherals is less important than other factors like the capabilities of your system’s CPU and GPU.
It’s also worth noting some competing mice, such as Razer Viper 8K and Corsair Sabre Pro, offer polling rates that max out at 8,000Hz, four times that of the Superlight 2. I didn’t notice or feel a precipitable difference between the responsiveness of the Superlight and Superlight 2, even when I had the latter set to 2,000Hz. Your mileage may vary, but I believe the other changes I mentioned are more compelling reasons to get the Superlight 2.
I didn’t notice a precipitable difference between the responsiveness of the Superlight and Superlight 2.
You can adjust all of the Superlight 2’s settings (and save them to the mouse’s onboard memory) through Logitech’s G Hub software. If you decide to migrate to the Superlight 2 from a different mouse, Logitech’s “Hero Sensor Calibration” feature is there to translate your current DPI settings over to the new mouse as closely as possible. There’s also a new set of advanced settings that allows you to set X and Y-axis DPI independently of one another, and adjust the lift-off distance if you’d like to fine-tune your mouse.
Gaming Performance
As its name suggests, the Superlight 2 is light but still feels substantial, making it easy to flick when the situation calls for it. I find the shape works great for my hand and fingertip grip. As I said before, the new Lightforce switches are the star of the show, making every click feel responsive and impactful. Likewise, the new Hero 2 sensor feels crisp and accurate. As for the 2,000Hz polling rate, I don’t have access to a monitor with Nvidia’s Reflex Latency Analyzer technology built-in, so I wasn’t able to measure how that feature of the Superlight 2 affected performance on my system. Again, I didn’t notice a perceptible difference going from 1,000Hz to 2,000Hz, but some players may be better attuned to the faster polling rate.
The Competition
The premium sub-60 gram category has become one of the most crowded segments in the gaming mouse market, thanks in large part to the success of the original Superlight. If the Superlight 2’s shape doesn’t work for you, there are plenty of other options: For claw and fingertip grip users, Razer offers the 58g, 30,000-DPI Viper V2 Pro for $150. More importantly, it supports a 4,000Hz polling rate, provided you buy the optional $30 HyperPolling dongle. Another option for claw and palm-grip users is Logitech’s own G303 Shroud Edition. Priced at $130, the G303 weighs 75g and features Logitech’s previous-generation Hero 25K sensor. It’s limited to a 1,000Hz polling rate, but as a result, battery life on the G303 is advertised at 145 hours.
For something more affordable, consider a mouse like the Xtrfy M4 Wireless. At 71 grams it’s a tad heavier than the Superlight 2 and the Viper V2 Pro, but the tradeoff is it ships with a modular shell that increases the adjustability of the mouse. Another nifty feature of the M4 is a switch that offers control over settings like polling rate and lift-off distance without the need for any software.
It’s also worth pointing out Logitech plans to continue selling the original Superlight for the foreseeable future, so that’s another option.
Purchasing Guide
At launch, Logitech is offering the Superlight 2 in three colors: Black, white and magenta. All three models are available to purchase from Logitech’s website, as well as major retailers like Amazon, for $159.
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