Cheapest Logitech G502 X Review - Should you get the Wired Version?

[@Billy_The_Frog]

i feel like a braided cable would normally move more smoothly than a rubber cable. Its just the way that logitech braided the original g502 that makes it really rigid, because they had durability rather than flexibility in mind. Other gaming mice tend to have a more flexible and malleable braided cable.

[@IBKade]

Good point. So far the rubber wire is holding up good for me but I have a lot of slack on it

[@krithiksingh]

i actually prefer the rubber wire, i had a diff logitech mouse with braided cable and it used to move around too much, the rubber one seems to stay more in place for me which in return doesnt affect my skills.

[@mega6076]

My g502 cable broke

[@RedHuntsman]

I prefer a cable minder.

[@VenomRaven]

You are totally right. Braided cables are much freer than plastic.

[@SylphidUndine]

i changed the DPI buttons to volume UP and DOWN. no point changing DPI on the fly if you prefer consistency. i find myself changing volume levels more than DPI sensitivity anyway.

[@sebastianquintero2072]

How did you do that?

[@SylphidUndine]

@@sebastianquintero2072 Logitech Gaming Software. Which i know doesn't work with the G502 X, but i am still using the G502 Hero.

[@AlexStoev-z7v]

@@SylphidUndine doesnt work for g502 X? what?

[@SylphidUndine]

@@AlexStoev-z7v that's right. you can still use it, just can't configure any settings using LGS.

[@duncanshaw6342]

Great review! Weight was key. I saw a video by an expert gamer reviewing the 502's and it like he said it was like moving a "brick" across the desktop! This weighs 86 grams! Big difference! Also the switches versus the other g502's.I was going to buy the Hero but in my research found the "double clicking" was inevitable so I will try the hybrid "Light force" switches. Still waiting for the delivery and next time I will order via your links. I hope G-hub software works with this mouse! Thanks again.

[@IBKade]

Thank you again! And yes weight it very important!

[@nisimkogan8438]

i've seen him too he a crackhead what the g502 do to him hahah he hates it

[@junepark9591]

This is the best G502X review so far, and very helpful. It would be better to check the mouse's name in the title.

[@IBKade]

Thank you very much

[@Xilo29]

got the black one for 40€ on sale. been using the 502 for 10 years and its truly the best mouse for me and it was really time for an upgrade

[@firekg7347]

How light is it? Is it actually 89g?

[@Xilo29]

@@firekg7347 mine is 85g, taped the cable to the back of my monitor instead of getting a bungee and i dont notice it at all.

[@Zastrutzki]

"Unfortunately"... the world needs less RGB, not more.

[@bbb4YT]

no

[@regamox]

you can always turn off RGB if you don't like it

[@nerdemoji3257]

@@regamox then why pay for it? It’s worthless unless you spend more time looking at your mouse than the actual game

[@Lorentz_Driver]

​@@nerdemoji3257 why shave when you spend more time looking at other people?

[@DankMemes-xq2xm]

@@nerdemoji3257 The only problem I see is that the Logitech g502 X costs the same as the original g502 when it came out, but is lacking any RGB. Not a deal-breaker for me, I don't care about RGB, but it might be odd for people to be paying the same for technically fewer features. Maybe the new optical switches are where the price tag comes from.

[@regamox]

The huge drawback is the price of this. Where I live, the G502 X costs $77, whereas the original G502 only costs $43 which is a huge price gap for the little you get in the G502 X. Plus, many things were removed on the X version of the mouse, like no weight customization or no braided cable (which is a big problem for me as my current mouse is broken because of the fact that the cable wasn't rigid enough and wore down progressively when I played).

[@epicdonpride9697]

got mine today from CEX its a second hand shop its in great quality for £50 im still getting used to it since its my first "Proper" (expensive) gaming mouse

[@robosergTV]

its 50 EUR in EU, should be 50 USD in USA

[@Sambathgame]

It like 36$ in china .

[@hagunara1738]

@@Sambathgame Los chinos tienen ventajas hasta en eso u.u

[@Ahazzu]

At around 3:52m you mentioned the thumb button, did you manage to find someone who sells a mod for that button? I would prefer a longer button. Great video btw.

[@rl588]

It's a late reply but actually you can pull that button off, turn it around and put it back on so the longer side of the button will get closer to your thimb and mine just reaches right under my thumb. You can also take it off and put the cover on which comes with the mouse so it'll simply remove the buutton.

[@memento-__-mori]

I thank you very very so mucg for this video. It really helped me, and I just want to appreciate you again. Thank you for reviewing "wired version", this was what I was looking for. Have a great day and happy new year.

[@IBKade]

No problem! Glad it helped you. BTW I love soon_dubu!

[@memento-__-mori]

@@IBKade Omg I knew it! I definetly heard Kakaotalk notification sound in the video and I was like wait that can't be... do you have business in Korea?

[@memento-__-mori]

@@IBKade Surely helped me. Thank you.

[@IBKade]

@@memento-__-mori no just in America. I live here haha

[@worstenbroodje6832]

For me this seems like a way better mouse than the normal G502. There were a bunch of things I didn't like about that mouse that this one seems to have improved on. To me the G502 was too heavy and they made this mouse way lighter, I hated the sniper button and it's now removable, the rubber on de palm on the normal G502 could get very sticky but now it's just plastic, the shape on the right side of the mouse on the normal G502 had a really sharp edge that made it hard to find a good spot for my ring finger but now (as far as I can tell from videos) they made that angle way less prominent. I'm probably gonna get myself one of these.

[@IBKade]

Good points and exactly why I really love this new update for the g502 x. Many might dismiss it if they already have the g502 original but this is better in every way

[@BrotherO4]

please remember the so called "sniper button, dpi button, or whatever" are just button and can be remapped to anything you want. removing them is kinda defeating the point of even buying this mouse in the first place

[@worstenbroodje6832]

@@BrotherO4 My problem with the original button isn't it's function, it's the placement. I don't want a button under my thumb. It was uncomfortable for me and I had a lot of panic moments in shooters where I pressed it on accident. The sniper button is not the only selling point of the G502.

[@minbcraft]

​@@BrotherO4 It's not really a concern with the G502x line, you now have the choice of having the button or not having it on.

[@3Toy]

Can someone share which exactly models of g502 have removable sniper button pls ?

[@rebelxvast9481]

I can't seem to get that dpi light to stay on. it turns off. I looked everywhere in ghub for an always on dpi light option but its not there.

[@seb2750]

The new software is a pile of shit compared to the OG 502 software. And yes, my 502 X light do not stay on as well after you toggle dpi

[@GX33Official]

I'll probably get this one. for some reason my G502 hero's metal scroll wheel always gets rusty. G502x scrool wheel is mostly out of rubber

[@Estefane87]

Hi. Have you the classic problem with the scroll's up/down since u make the video or buy it? What about hybrid sensor util now? Thanks u bro.

[@IBKade]

No problem whatsoever yet

[@mastertof]

hello, What you mean? What problem ? I just get a g 502x (before i was with g 502 hero) and im surpised about de bad feeling of the scrollwheel and the lack of precision when you go up than you go down, i can see all the scroll wheel block moving for 0.5mm when i want scroll up so its make so much sound at each step.

[@Ceelbc]

I currently own a G502 hero. When not in free spinning mode, the weight of the scroll wheel makes the scroll wheel scroll for another second after letting go. (When scrolling with a lot of force.) Does the G502 X still do that?

[@EricTheBroBean]

Yes, always go with wired version of everything. Wireless has come a long way, but its still not as reliable and fast as wired.

[@animodominus1034]

Hi, did you notice if the hard plastic/ rubber covering the cable sticking out of the mouse actually touches the mat or you desk in this case? it looks likes it facing downwards, because even if it isn't causing much friction i guess could get damaged at some point.

[@IBKade]

It doesn't cause that much friction for me. Also my cable is loose because the USB port is close to my mouse. If yours was tight, it would definitely fray more.

[@seb2750]

OP you are right, I just bought this mouse and took a closer look. The cable is actually pointed downwards to the desk and touching the surface. I am using it on a QCK Prism table mousepad so the friction is not as bad as bare table top.

[@IamYasha10]

Just bought this mouse after my G502 starts having problems with it's left click not working anymore. It's really light but feels like my old G502 because the main features are still there. So i feel like there's not a lot of adjustment or getting use to this new mouse, The only thing that i will miss and also like in G502 was the wire was braided and this mouse is not. I liked that more than this plastic wiring but not a huge deal breaker. Anyway, Thank you for this review.

[@IBKade]

Thank you! Hope you enjoy it!

[@Iamfatbatman]

Same problem here, just 2 months after i bought, left and right suddenly wont work... logitech quality has gone shit over the years

[@justcheating1803]

amazing in-depth review

[@FlyerTuck]

Ya answered all my questions. Thank you.

[@ninjeego]

My current G502 is nearing the end of it's life, the buttons aren't responding as much and it's fraying on the cable and everything. And after getting more serious with my gaming, I've been finding lighter mice so much nicer to use...so the fact that this is pretty much the same mouse but updated and LIGHTER, I'm literally ordering it right now lmao

[@sabbatus]

how do you like it?

[@ninjeego]

@@sabbatus it's fantastic! Worth every penny and it's actually replaced my Roccat Kone Pro as well as my G502 lol

[@sabbatus]

@@ninjeego nice thanks i will be getting g502x too now i think (:

[@ninjeego]

@@sabbatus the *only* downside is, as with most lightweight mice is can feel a bit cheap, but that's a pretty normal thing tbh

[@sabbatus]

@@ninjeego as long as it doesn't breaks im fine with it tbh

[@clinten3131]

I have had the wireless for a month and I think it is great battery life is really good. Only regret that I didnt get the rgb version. For me it feels super light.

[@tindo]

Thanks, good walkthrough from a real user's perspective, have now ordered (black), cheers

[@IBKade]

You're welcome! I hope you enjoy!

[@reversemyopia]

Thank you for making this informative video.

[@IBKade]

You are welcome! Thank you.

[@kraenovt]

I own the G502 hero, thinkning of paying someone to upgrading it like new grip, plastic scroll wheel, new switches, paracord, fresh paint for around like 60 USD, should i just get this model?

[@DctrGizmo]

Is the software necessary to have? Like can you set your settings for the mouse and uninstall the program after? I'm planning on getting this for my work and gaming PC. And are you able to customize the DPI change buttons as well?

[@IBKade]

The hardware buttons works without programming. I use it at work as well without software and although it's bare bones it works for me. You may want to test it out yourself to see if it works for you without installing software

[@DctrGizmo]

@@IBKade okay cool. I don’t really need to set up custom macros. Just want to set my two DPIs and disable any RGB. Those will be good without the software after?

[@IBKade]

@DctrGizmo u can click through dpi on the buttons. Rgb u can't control but get the one without rgb

[@staticvoidmain]

is it white or light grey (like the master 3s)? it looks grey on your video

[@orogu]

That rgb line/inner indentation seems a bit uncomfortable for resting your hand on it (at least for people with OCD like myself lol)...is it really that noticeable of a feeling when you palm grab it?

[@IBKade]

Hmm not too much. And when I use it daily I just get used to it

[@mattecrystal6403]

is the small rgb indicator fully customizable in color. I like to have like 6 profiles I swap between and it's important I have full control of the exact color of that small rgb part. I want to make sure they didn't limit it to like 5 predefined colors or something. my g502 is starting to have lots missclicks and draging and dropping things can sometimes take 8+ tries. This will be the second g502 I've had over the years with this issue. Really hope the optical sensor solves this issue.

[@hendelburgisunavaliable]

Just got one, There is a maximum of 5 dpi settings, which all have colours that you can't change, going white, orange, light blue, yellow and purple. The indicator only turns on while you are changing the dpi, so it won't always have a colour you don't want. The sniper button automatically goes to the lowest dpi, which makes the indicator turn white, and when you let go, it goes back to the dpi and colour it was before the sniper button was pressed. You don't get exact control over it, however it turns off after changing the dpi, so don't worry about the mouse always having a light lit that you can't change the colour of. Hope this helps!

[@IBKade]

I think the newest one won't have that problem but who knows. Only time will tell!

[@prashantranjitkar]

Even if this wired version doesn't have RGB, does it light maybe one colour or blue colour? Or at least the G logo or something?

[@Mike-rx8mi]

​@@hendelburgisunavaliable is the cable still good?

[@insertnamehere4419]

One annoying thing I've found is I can't bind the middle tilt left/right to anything meaningful, only volume up/down, etc. You can bind tilt left/right to say...G key, but it only seems to work in chat not as a key bind press.

[@benjaminphilips7506]

I have a G502 hero. I think it's better, save for the switches. I don't like how plain the new G502x is. From RGB (not that it matters, but still a feature), to even how you can change mouse feel. All of those features make the 502 hero better IMO. That said? Will I upgrade? Maybe. IF the switches are as good, maybe when my current one dies

[@seb2750]

Do not buy this 502X. I switched to this after my OG 502 Spectrum died and I am totally horrified by this new mouse both in build quality and control software they use for this mouse. My OG 502 software cannot detect this new 502 X at all !! I had to download a new specific software for this 502 X and that software will give you nightmares trying to do what you want it to do. I actually started to get angry at the software and had to read the manual several times just to map the mouse keys.

[@seb2750]

My review for this mouse: 1. The mouse scroll goes KRKRKRKRRKRKRRK , its horrible. 2. the mouse left right click goes CLINKCLINKCLINK spring pop.

[@morganlimes]

​@seb2750 software issues is definitely a YOU problem

[@dbunch904]

So the G7 and G8 buttons, can you change them to be actual key bindings instead of a dpi changer?

[@Ceelbc]

You can do it with the G502 Hero, so I expect you can do it with the G502 X as well.

[@prashantranjitkar]

Even if this wired version doesn't have RGB, does it light maybe one colour or blue colour? Or at least the G logo or something?

[@Ceelbc]

No, no RGB = No lights.

[@georgewbush6999]

last G502 i had many dpi miss clicks. where my finger reached to far and clicked the DPI and changed my aim speed. that happened often with that mouse. hope not this one.

[@DankMemes-xq2xm]

Why couldn't they have given this mouse a more modern, ultralight style mouse cable like a paracord / flex cable that is seen on the wired version of the Basilisk v3, Viper v2, MM710, etc, model O, etc?

[@FiveStar69]

IBKade will I feel a big difference if I get the wireless version which is 10g heavier?

[@FiveStar69]

Also does the wire on the g502x bother you since it’s not braided?

[@IBKade]

I doubt you'll feel a big difference with 10g. It depends on what mouse you're used to. If price is not that important, going wireless might be better.

[@3Toy]

Can some one answer me some questions: 1) Which models have removable sniper button ? 2) Can wireless models be used wired ? 3) Any of the models to have also bluetooth connectivity?

[@Mirunelo]

Sniper or DPI button is very strange at my opinion. G502 you need to hold this button for sniping dpi. G502X you need to press this button and slightly move the mouse and you don't need to hold it. When your sniping is over you simply short press dpi button and your dpi is reset to normal. This is ridiculous. Why simply one click you are activate snipping mode, another click your normal dpi is back again. For me in BF2042 every touch on snipping button lead me to instant death becouse I can't use this feature any more

[@Djuntas]

7:12 And thats why im here...I dont think im a fan of the G502, but logitech patent makes me not consider any other mouse brands...Ill likely buy this one now to replace my trusty g500s which I guess started the trend/patent with free scroll?

[@majki6262]

did the fix the dragg klick?

[@Nikola-wn5uu]

Im affraid that this mouse is too light for fps games?

[@twinturbo3461]

It is NOT an improvement. They took out the DPI lights on the left side which was convenient, now you have to lift the mouse up and look at the color on the nose of the mouse to see what speed the DPI is at. The second shortcoming is that they put the forward button right beneath the downshift DPI button and you end up sometimes clicking that by accident. The previous generation of this mouse never had these problems and in my mind is superior. Also the scroll wheel on the new G502 is not as good as the previous gen.

[@SwitchTech01]

DOES THIS MOUSE WORK WITH XBOX SERIES S???

[@DarthCiliatus]

XBOX IS TRASH

[@GHOSTRIDERRRRRRRR9599]

thanks bro for the information.............................appreciated

[@mardbenzmura1446]

definitely planning to buy it.

[@acezealot6767]

Everything is good but the original shape is better. I don't like the new indent on right side.

[@FiveStar69]

Good review !

[@IBKade]

Thank you!

[@shahin2k-f8e]

Which is better ? logitech g502 x wired .razer deathadder v3 wired

[@IBKade]

Very personal choice 🙂

[@luckyspray]

Using a bungee solves the cable wear

[@FLASH69420]

Is this rgb?

[@IBKade]

No it's not

[@FLASH69420]

​@@IBKade thx

[@prashantranjitkar]

@@IBKade Even if this wired version doesn't have RGB, does it light maybe one colour or blue colour? Or at least the G logo or something?

[@mardbenzmura1446]

great review (:

[@IBKade]

Thank you!

[@kaleidophon]

MOUSES?

[@accumulator4825]

I also love the scroll wheel!

[@IBKade]

Me too

[@Diego-wd7si]

Is for palm grip?

[@IBKade]

Not quite

[@klipk7296]

great mouse, but possibly the most fragile cable I've ever seen on a mouse. Hopefully won't start getting mangled after 8 months

[@IBKade]

Ah yes... The wire is a bit thin. But seeing that it does not twist and is pretty loose, it does make the mouse move very easily

[@marcus6639]

@@IBKade Well, it's 8 months later. Any noticeable wear on the cable? (Great review btw!)

[@liquidchair]

​@@IBKadeHow the mouse and cable holds after 2 years?

[@RoyennD]

Can we customize the sniper button ?! And put something else instead like ping in fps games ?!

[@-knight-7008]

great video mate, you sold it

[@IBKade]

Thank you!

[@MatoVuc]

Alright, good to know. I might move on to that after my original G502 RGB dies, as i still use it mostly to avoid using G-Hub. LGS was and still is great

[@evanburch3316]

i have the mouse for fps games I do not recommend in my honest opinions

[@XxAdrian240xX]

I have the razer basilisk v3, do you think this logitech is better?

[@IBKade]

So I have both right now. And I'm going to post a video soon. Personally using it I prefer the Logitech. But this is from me using it for days and days side by side. It's very similar. But the basilisk v3 looks so much cooler.

[@XxAdrian240xX]

@@IBKade thank you, i will wait for your video comparison

[@eleventhnov]

I'm hungry , i'm poor and i'm starving..near death... but i had to dig out $89 ( singapore dollars) for this little animal . Your review is really that good !!

[@IBKade]

Wow! Thank you

[@Spankyy811]

where did you buy? i just saw in challenger but cheapest wired version is $120?

[@Gh0st1Knight]

​@Spankyy811 Inflation in your country is wild, or its the seller who is selling it for THAT much. It's around $70-$80 here

[@readyforlol]

Some counterpoints : -Braided cables cause less friction when sliding across your desk. -The "sniping" button doesn't really matter (for sniping at least) since most shooters have ADS sensitivity sliders. -The G502X, even wired, is still above average weight for a gaming mouse. So it IS lighter than regular G502, but if you really care about weight it still might not be the best choice. -The lighter wheel does indeed have less inertia, so you can't freewheel as efficiently in long pages. But it's what contributes to the overall lighter weight, so it's a tradeoff. Also a warning to potential buyers, the wireless and RGB versions are LITERALLY DOUBLE THE PRICE. If I see you with a mouse like that out there, I WILL JUDGE YOU. You could buy a whole entire AAA game with just the price difference, and have some remaining change. Don't let Logitech get away with it, vote with your wallet, get the wired version.

[@networkrage]

Quaking in my boots cuz @readyforlol will judge you rgb 😂

[@fiskeflygetfiskaren7478]

g hub pofram have issius

[@seb2750]

yeah the new software is shit

[@hagunara1738]

Toda la vida

[@boiledvaultmuttchop]

I've just found out that the mouse does NOT have RGB lights when I already bought the mouse, hahaha.

[@IBKade]

Yes the wired does not.

[@prashantranjitkar]

Even if this wired version doesn't have RGB, does it light maybe one colour or blue colour? Or at least the G logo or something?

[@boiledvaultmuttchop]

@@prashantranjitkar No, there are literally no lights on this mouse, only one little small light above the mouse scroll which lights up only for a short amount of time when you change the DPI on the mouse.

[@ppsarrakis]

its great isnt it?

[@gytarmotor]

Too light. Everything else is perfect but being too light is a deal breaker

[@gioxim1330]

I got the wireless n it’s 10/10

[@IBKade]

Haha glad you like it!

[@hoggernator1067]

The mouse weight is perfect. My aim is soo much better compared to the older one

[@IBKade]

Very happy to hear this!

[@L1Ght_67]

RGB is useless, you're winning on both ends, it costs less than half the amount of money and comes at a lowet weight, wireless is good, but i'll be using this mouse just for productivity, so it'll do just as good.

[@prashantranjitkar]

Even if this wired version doesn't have RGB, does it light maybe one colour or blue colour? Or at least the G logo or something?

[@orwhynotrandom]

Bought one for $70 AUD i have no need for RGB bs i want to look at the game not the mouse

[@Amiga1200_Juicer]

ty

[@sergiolandz6056]

yeah i find the older version better imo.

[@King.Leonidas]

got my for 60 dollars with the shipping

[@BraveMarion]

I want my weights back bruv

[@temskee6792]

I like everything about it ... except the wheel ....

[@IBKade]

Too smooth?

[@temskee6792]

@@IBKade yeah too smooth and too light ... the OG has some give and feedback, you can feel the wheel spinning and has some addictive vibration that I could not explain ...

[@IBKade]

Yea I know what you mean. I think they did it to make everything lighter in general

[@IamMortui]

No braided cable, no RGB? Same price as the G502 HERO? This is an outright downgrade from the original G502 and the G502 HERO. Logitech has fallen.

[@bad_to_the_bone4431]

10 dollar mice have rgb and a braided cable now 🤣

[@King.Leonidas]

skimping on the cables

[@Delta-Frost89]

That scrolling wheel is a deal breaker for me it’s just disgusting 👎🏻

[@Kissaki0]

I actually much! prefer no RGB

[@108mDx]

Плохо,что эта мышка теперь мало весит. Как пустышка

[@UPPERKEES]

No RGB is a win. They're for kids anyway.

[@Lorentz_Driver]

Cring boomer

[@UPPERKEES]

@@Lorentz_Driver and how old are you by the way? With kids I mean kids, like 10 years old.

[@peternguyen3732]

RGB for life....I'm 44 now😂

[@prashantranjitkar]

Even if this wired version doesn't have RGB, does it light maybe one colour or blue colour? Or at least the G logo or something?

[@Sayit9297]

45 here RGB is the legitness

[@Dark.Syndicate]

good review. but please prepare a basic script of talking points and show some numbers/graphs, such as for the mass and the size.

[@Marauder1981]

IT`S NOT RUBBER! TPE IS NOT RUBBER!

[@sulinity]

that cable sucks

[@nortropgrumann9594]

Alright blya

[@davshan8482]

Worse than G502, modern Logitech just suck, back to mx518 & wired gpro

[@razmanrhoads2078]

No.. im stick with G502 Hero..

[@IBKade]

That still is an excellent mouse!

[@seb2750]

Do not buy this 502 X if your Hero dies, this is nothing like what you are used to right now. The mouse is crap and the software is a nightmare! I regret switching to this 502 X as my old 502 has died after close to 5 years of FPS and RTS heavy use. Should have gone for the Basilisk V3 instead

[@acezealot6767]

You forgot to mention no RGB. 🤣

[@infernalmedia1784]

He literally says it at the end of the video XD

[@prashantranjitkar]

Even if this wired version doesn't have RGB, does it light maybe one colour or blue colour? Or at least the G logo or something?