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Logitech Pro X Superlight 2 Dex: Two-minute review
The Logitech Pro X Superlight 2 Dex is a striped-back gaming mouse focused on performance above all else. Its looks are understated, and one could easily mistake it for a productivity mouse rather than one designed for gaming, especially given its lack of RGB lighting. However, the white and pink colorways do add an element of vibrancy.
It has a long profile, and the side walls curve inwards sharply. The mouse buttons also feel quite short, and have a steeper downwards rake than some rivals I’ve experienced, which emphasizes more contact with the finger tips. Coupled with the aforementioned concave figure, the Pro X Superlight 2 Dex encourages a claw-style grip.
True to many of Logitech’s gaming hardware, the Pro X Superlight 2 Dex feels well built, with premium materials that are put together in a sturdy fashion that rivals many of the best gaming mice. This extends to the buttons, which have next to no wobble, making for tight, satisfying presses.
Oddly, though, the scroll wheel can be moved sideways when pressed on its right side, almost as if it has tilt functionality, which it doesn’t. But despite this lapse in build quality, it gave me no issue when using it.
There are large PTFE skates underneath, and there’s even a spare cover for the dongle compartment that features another PTFE layer to increase coverage, further improving the smoothness of glides. However, the skates are quite thin, so the Pro X Superlight 2 Dex is definitely at its best on padded surfaces.
You can customize the Pro X Superlight 2 Dex using Logitech’s G HUB software. This allows you to set the DPI between 100 and 44,000, with five slots you can cycle between. Although there’s no dedicated DPI selector button on the Pro X Superlight 2 Dex – a strange omission since even spartan gaming mice usually include one – you can remap the inputs to make one.
There’s also the option to split the DPI adjustments for the X and Y axis, which not every peripheral tool offers. You can set the lift-off distance for each of the five slots as well, with low, medium, and high options. They lack measurements in millimeters, though, which some might find disappointing.
There are also various remapping options: not only can key inputs be assigned, but so too can numerous system functions and shortcuts. These include launching applications of your choosing and cycling audio inputs and outputs, among others. You can also set a button to be the G-Shift modifier, which gives you access to another layer of assignments when held. A macro creator is available too.
For gaming, the Pro X Superlight 2 Dex delivers a mixed performance. The 8K polling rate is welcome, and there’s no denying that aiming feels smooth and precise. However, I didn’t find the Pro X Superlight 2 Dex particularly conducive to my playing style.
The weight feels concentrated towards the rear, which means that when lifting off, it tends to tilt backwards, which isn’t ideal. Also, the acute side indentations made it hard for me to hold the Pro X Superlight 2 Dex securely, forcing me to grip tighter than usual, which in turn made swiping harder to achieve.
The mouse button clicks are also not as snappy as I would’ve liked. I also struggled to hit the side buttons easily, again due to the pinched sides. They are well damped, though, which makes them satisfying to hit, as is the middle click, although I would’ve liked a tad more feedback from it. The scroll wheel is lightly notched yet offers enough control and security, preventing accidental scrolls when clicking in.
The battery life of the Pro X Superlight 2 Dex seems fairly reasonable. I wasn’t able to test it to exhaustion, but after a day’s worth of varied use, it dipped by 6%, which seems in-line with Logitech’s claim of 95 hours. Charging takes about two hours and forty minutes, which is less impressive.
At $149, the Pro X Superlight 2 Dex is an expensive gaming mouse. While it does offer wireless connectivity and an 8K polling rate, it’s the same price as rivals such as the Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro and the Logitech G502 X Plus. Both these mice are at the top of their class, with the former having excellent performance and the latter being great for features.
Logitech Pro X Superlight 2 Dex: Price & availability
- $159 / £149 / AU$299
- Available now
- Same price as more feature-filled rivals
The Pro X Superlight 2 Dex costs $159 / £149 / AU$299 and is available now in black, white, and pink colorways. It comes with a braided USB-C-to-A cable and a 2.4GHz USB dongle with an extension adapter.
For an 8K wireless gaming mouse, the Pro X Superlight 2 Dex is quite expensive, considering its lack of features. The best gaming mouse in our view, the Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro, is the same price. This too has an 8K polling rate, but we found it had better ergonomics.
The Pro X Superlight 2 Dex is also the same price as the Logitech G502 X Plus, which we thought was already quite expensive. However, it’s our pick as the best wireless gaming mouse for features, thanks to the extra buttons providing more scope for configuring inputs to your exact needs. Its maximum polling rate is only 1K, though, and at 106g, it’s considerably heavier as well.
Logitech Pro X Superlight 2 Dex: Specs
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Interface |
Wireless (Logitech Lightspeed), wired (USB-C-to-A) |
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Ergonomics |
Right-handed asymmetrical |
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Buttons |
5 |
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DPI |
Up to 44,000 |
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Switches |
Logitech Lightforce switches |
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Weight |
2.12oz (60g) |
Should I buy the Logitech Pro X Superlight 2 Dex?
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Attributes |
Notes |
Rating |
|---|---|---|
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Value |
The Pro X Superlight 2 Dex is expensive, and it’s the same price as key rivals that offer more in terms of performance and features. |
2 / 5 |
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Design |
The Pro X Superlight 2 Dex is built well and the software offers plenty of tweaks, but the relative lack of buttons might put some off; there’s not even a dedicated DPI selector. |
3 / 5 |
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Performance |
The 8K polling rate provides snappy and precise aiming, but I couldn’t get on with the shape, which hampered swipes and lift offs. |
3 / 5 |
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Overall |
The Pro X Superlight 2 Dex is a solid gaming mouse, with an 8K polling rate that improves performance. But I found the shape awkward, and the asking price is a little too steep given the lack of features. |
3 / 5 |
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Logitech Pro X Superlight 2 Dex: Also consider
| Header Cell – Column 0 |
Logitech Pro X Superlight 2 Dex |
Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro |
Logitech G502 X Plus |
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Price |
$159 / £149 / AU$299 |
$159 / £159 / AU$299 |
$159 / £149 / AU$299 |
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Interface |
Wireless (Logitech Lightspeed), wired (USB-C-to-A) |
Wireless (Razer HyperSpeed), wired (USB-C-to-A) |
Logitech Lightspeed wireless, wired (USB-C-to-A) |
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Ergonomics |
Right-handed asymmetrical |
Right-handed asymmetrical |
Right-handed asymmetrical |
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Switches |
5 |
6 |
13 |
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DPI |
44,000 |
26,000 |
25,600 |
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Switches |
Logitech Lightforce switches |
Razer Optical Mouse Switches Gen-3 |
Lightforce hybrid switches |
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Weight |
2.12oz (60g) |
2.22oz (63g) |
3.74oz (106g) |
How I tested the Logitech Pro X Superlight 2 Dex
- Tested for a few days
- Used for gaming, working, browsing
- Plentiful PC gaming experience
I tested the Pro X Superlight 2 Dex for a few days, during which time I used it for gaming, productivity, and general browsing.
I played Counter-Strike 2, a good test for peripherals given it demands quick and accurate movements and button presses.
I have been PC gaming for over a decade and have used a myriad of pointers from a variety of brands, including Logitech. I have reviewed a large amount of gaming mice too.
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