Logitech G Pro X Superlight 2 Review 2026: Still Worth It?

Quick verdict: The Logitech G Pro X Superlight 2 is still the safe buy for competitive FPS players in 2026: a proven symmetrical shape, the HERO 2 sensor, true 8,000Hz wireless after a firmware update, and USB-C, all at 60 g. Buy it if you want a known quantity at the $113 to $149 it commonly sells for. Skip it if you want the lightest mouse available or a shell built for palm grip; the Razer Viper V3 Pro and the Superlight 2 DEX cover those cases.

We may earn a commission if you buy through our links.

Logitech launched the Logitech G Pro X Superlight 2 in September 2023 at $159.99. Three years on it still sits near the top of most lists, including our best gaming mouse for 2026, because the shape is proven, the sensor is as good as any, and the wireless is reliable. What changed is the competition: Razer’s Viper V3 Pro is lighter, and Pulsar and Lamzu ship 8K mice for less. This review is based on Logitech’s published specs and widely reported independent testing rather than our own lab measurements.

Logitech G Pro X Superlight 2 specs at a glance

Spec	Value
Weight	60 g (reviewers have measured 60.0 g)
Dimensions	125 x 64 x 40 mm
Sensor	HERO 2, up to 44,000 DPI after firmware updates; launched at 32,000
Tracking speed	Within about 1% across 0–500 IPS per independent testing
Wireless	LIGHTSPEED, 1,000Hz out of the box; true 8,000Hz after a G HUB firmware update
Battery (Logitech rating)	95 hours at 1,000Hz
Battery (independent testing, approx.)	60 h at 2,000Hz, 40 h at 4,000Hz, 20 h at 8,000Hz
Switches	LIGHTFORCE hybrid optical-mechanical
Buttons	5 programmable
Feet	100% PTFE
Charging	USB-C
Colors	Black, white, magenta, pink
Price	$159.99 at launch; commonly $113–$149 in 2026

Is the Logitech G Pro X Superlight 2 worth it in 2026?

Yes, if the shape fits your hand. At 125 x 64 x 40 mm and 60 g, the Superlight 2 is a medium-large shell with a low, gently rounded hump that sits toward the rear. The silhouette is symmetrical, but it is not ambidextrous in practice: both side buttons are on the left, positioned for a right-handed thumb, and there is no left-handed version.

This is the same shape as the original Superlight and, before that, the G Pro Wireless. The shell is solid matte plastic with no honeycomb holes, no RGB, and no adjustable weights. A magnetic door on the bottom hides the receiver for travel and swaps for an included PTFE puck if you prefer more contact area.

The low hump and long body suit claw and fingertip grips best. Palm-grip players with medium hands can make it work, but anyone with large hands who rests a full palm on the shell will notice the lack of rear support and the flat sides. That is what the DEX variant, covered below, exists to solve.

Colors are black, white, magenta, and pink. Availability of the pink and magenta versions varies by region.

Superlight 2 sensor and polling rate: is 8K worth using?

The HERO 2 sensor launched with a 32,000 DPI ceiling and was raised to 44,000 DPI through firmware updates. The ceiling is a marketing figure, since almost nobody runs more than 3,200, but the underlying tracking is what matters. Independent testing has found the HERO 2 tracks within about 1% across 0 to 500 IPS with no smoothing, acceleration, or angle snapping by default. The sensor is centered in the shell, which helps consistency between grip styles.

The headline upgrade over the original is LIGHTSPEED wireless at up to 8,000Hz. Out of the box the mouse runs at 1,000Hz, one report per millisecond. After a firmware update in G HUB, it reports every 0.125 ms at 8K. On a 240Hz or faster monitor in a fast shooter, the higher report rate reduces micro-stutter in cursor motion and trims a fraction of a millisecond of input latency.

Two caveats. First, early reviews only reached true 8K with the Powerplay dock; current firmware is reported to enable it with the included receiver, but you must run the update before the option appears. Second, 8K asks more of your CPU and the game engine. Some older titles stutter at 8K, which is why many players settle on 2K or 4K, and why 8K is best treated as a match-day setting rather than an everyday one.

Superlight 2 battery life at 1K, 2K, 4K, and 8K

Logitech rates the Superlight 2 at up to 95 hours at 1,000Hz, up from roughly 70 hours on the original. Polling rate is the variable that decides real-world life. Independent testing by TechPowerUp has measured roughly 60 hours at 2,000Hz, 40 hours at 4,000Hz, and about 20 hours at 8,000Hz.

In practice that means a 1K user charges every couple of weeks, while an 8K user charges every few sessions. Charging is over USB-C, replacing the micro-USB port that dated the first-generation mouse, and you can play while plugged in. Owners commonly describe the included cable as a stiff rubber type rather than a paracord, so most keep it for charging only.

Superlight 2 switches, feet, and clicks

The main buttons use LIGHTFORCE hybrid optical-mechanical switches. A mechanical dome provides the tactile feel, while the actuation is registered optically, so there is no debounce delay and no double-click failure from contact wear. This is the same approach Razer uses with its optical switches, and it addresses the one reliability complaint people had about the original Superlight.

The side buttons are the weak spot in most write-ups. Reviewers commonly describe them as slightly mushy next to the crisp side buttons on the Razer Viper V3 Pro. They work, and they are large and easy to find, but they are not the best in class.

The feet are 100% PTFE, with two large skates plus a sensor ring. Glide on cloth pads is widely reported as smooth, and aftermarket skates are easy to find if you want a faster or thicker set.

Is Logitech G HUB required for the Superlight 2?

Not for basic use, but you will want it once. Logitech G HUB handles DPI steps, polling rate, button assignments, and firmware. The most common complaint about the mouse is not the hardware but this software: G HUB is heavy, slow to launch, and has a history of update quirks.

Onboard memory is limited compared with some rivals, and a few features expect G HUB to be running. The practical approach is to set your DPI steps and polling rate once, confirm they persist with the app closed, and only reopen it for firmware updates. If you use the mouse on a tournament PC without G HUB installed, expect your stored DPI to carry over but not every macro or profile-switching feature.

Superlight 2 vs Superlight 2 DEX vs original Superlight: which should you buy?

Logitech now sells three mice under the Superlight name, and the choice comes down to shape and budget.

• Superlight 2 (this mouse): 60 g, HERO 2, up to 8K polling after firmware, LIGHTFORCE switches, USB-C, 95-hour rating at 1K. Symmetrical shape, left-side buttons. Best for claw and fingertip grips.
• Superlight 2 DEX: Same internals in an asymmetric right-handed ergonomic shell in the style of a Razer DeathAdder. Better for palm grips and larger hands. Typically around $159 to $169.
• Original Superlight (2020): 63 g, HERO 25K at 25,600 DPI, 1,000Hz only, mechanical switches, micro-USB, roughly 70-hour rating. Same shape. Still sold, often $80 to $110, and we have seen it listed as low as $79.99. Our original Superlight review covers it in full.

The Logitech G Pro X Superlight 2 DEX is the one to pick if the symmetrical shell has never quite fit your hand. Everything else about it is the same mouse.

The original Logitech G Pro X Superlight is the budget route into the same shape. You lose 8K polling, optical switches, USB-C, and some battery, and you keep around $40 to $60. For players who run 1,000Hz anyway, that is a defensible trade, and we break the decision down in Superlight 2 vs Superlight.

How does the Superlight 2 compare to the Razer Viper V3 Pro and others?

Figures for competitors are manufacturer-listed or widely reported; check current prices before buying.

Product	Weight / Layout	Sensor or Switch	Polling	Battery	Price
Logitech G Pro X Superlight 2	60 g, symmetrical	HERO 2, LIGHTFORCE optical	Up to 8K after firmware	95 h rated at 1K; ~20 h at 8K (independent testing)	$113–$149 (launch $159.99)
Razer Viper V3 Pro	~54 g, symmetrical	Focus Pro 35K, optical switches	8K with included dongle	Razer rates ~95 h at 1K	~$159
Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro	~63 g, right-handed ergonomic	Focus Pro 30K, optical switches	8K with HyperPolling dongle (often sold separately)	Razer rates ~90 h at 1K	~$149–$159
Pulsar X2V2	~53–56 g, symmetrical	PAW3395, mechanical switches	4K with optional dongle	Pulsar rates ~70–100 h	~$100
Lamzu Maya X	~47 g, symmetrical	PAW3950, optical or mechanical	8K with optional dongle	Lamzu rates ~70 h at 1K	~$100–$110

The Viper V3 Pro is the closest rival: lighter, similar shape philosophy, and 8K out of the box, at a higher street price. The DeathAdder V3 Pro is the comparison for the DEX rather than this mouse. Pulsar and Lamzu undercut Logitech by $30 to $50 while matching most of the spec sheet, but their support and firmware track record is shorter.

Who should buy the Superlight 2

• Competitive FPS players who want a proven symmetrical shape with no weak spec.
• Claw and fingertip grippers with medium to large hands.
• Owners of the original Superlight who want USB-C, optical switches, and polling headroom without relearning a shape.
• Anyone who values predictable warranty, spare parts, and firmware support over a spec-sheet win.

Who should skip the Superlight 2

• Players for whom weight is the top priority; the Viper V3 Pro and several Pulsar and Lamzu mice are lighter.
• Large-handed palm grippers; get the DEX or a DeathAdder V3 Pro.
• Anyone who needs Bluetooth, since there is none.
• Budget buyers who already run 1,000Hz; the original Superlight does the same job for less.

Best settings for the Superlight 2 on day one

• Run the G HUB firmware update first. It unlocks the higher DPI ceiling and the 8K polling option; neither appears on a fresh unit until you do.
• Stay at 1,000Hz unless you have a 240Hz or faster monitor and a GPU that holds a high, stable frame rate. Battery drops to roughly 20 hours at 8K per independent testing.
• Set 800 and 1,600 DPI as onboard steps so the mouse behaves the same on a machine without G HUB installed.
• Map the side buttons in G HUB, then close the app and confirm the bindings persist before relying on them.
• Consider aftermarket PTFE feet if you want a faster glide; the stock skates are fine, but many owners report a noticeable difference with thicker replacements.

If you are building a full esports desk around it, our best Hall effect keyboard and best gaming desk guides cover the rest of the setup.

Superlight 2 price and where to buy

The Superlight 2 launched at $159.99 in September 2023. In 2026 it commonly sells between $113 and $149 depending on color and retailer, with black usually cheapest. Check the current price before buying. At $130 or less it is a strong buy; at full price it is worth cross-shopping the Viper V3 Pro and the Pulsar X2V2. Amazon, Best Buy, and Logitech’s own store all stock it, and the black version discounts most often.

Bottom line

The Logitech G Pro X Superlight 2 is no longer the lightest or the newest mouse on the market, but it is still the safest one. The shape has years of professional validation, the HERO 2 sensor and 8K polling keep it current, and the optical switches and USB-C fix everything that aged on the original. The real complaints are G HUB and the side buttons, neither of which affects aim. If the symmetrical shell fits your hand, buy it on sale and stop thinking about mice.