Logitech Pro X Superlight 2 review: A slim upgrade to an excellent wireless mouse
In the gaming world, it's not uncommon for a sequel to smash expectations set by its predecessor. Refined gameplay, larger worlds, and other iterative updates mean it is more common in gaming for a product with the number "2" to exceed what the first game accomplished.
That same deal applies to peripherals, but given just how good the Logitech Pro X Superlight mouse is, the fact that the Logitech Pro X Superlight 2 is even better is pretty much down to solely fixing the very minor issues we had with the first model.
This is an evolutionary mouse, but also one of the best wireless gaming mice we've ever used.
GGRecon Verdict
Nitpicks aside, the Logitech Pro X Superlight 2 continues its predecessor's winning legacy. USB-C is a huge boon, for multi-device users, and while there's little to tempt you to upgrade if you have the first Superlight, it's an excellent mouse that remains one of the finest around.
Summer body
Click to enlargeThe Logitech Pro X Superlight became one of our favourite mice options for a variety of reasons, but one of the biggest is in the name - it really is (super) light. At just 63 grams, it's not quite holding air in your hand, but it's also not far off.
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Not much has changed here, with just another 3 grams (somehow) removed, but the grip remains ideal for your left or right hand (although the programmable shortcut buttons remain only on the left), and we particularly appreciate that the plastic feels a little more premium to the touch - the first model could get a little slippery after intense gaming sessions. It may take a little time to adjust to just how feathery the Superlight 2 feels, so prepare to recalibrate your tracking speed while you dial things to your liking.
If it wasn't for our review unit being the white colour option, there's no discernible difference in each of them - at least until you peek into the front of the mouse.
Nice to USB-C you
Click to enlargeYes, Logitech has fixed our main complaint with the Superlight - the charging port. It's not that Micro-USB is bad, it's just that in the year 2023 the only peripherals on our desk that use it are the Superlight, and the G915 TKL on our desk. The move to USB-C on the former, and upgrading the latter to the Pro X TKL, means I can safely retire my USB-C connection.
In fact, the Logitech Pro X Superlight 2 now forgoes the bizarre "pronged" connector of the prior model entirely - this was never a requirement, any charger that fit the port would work, but it was a strange choice to bundle in the first place.
Still the best
Click to enlargeUnlike the Pro X TKL mentioned earlier, the Superlight 2 forgoes RGB lighting. On the plus side, that'll make it perhaps feel just as at home in an office as it does on your streaming or gaming setup.
The switches under each button have been converted to optical-mechanical ones, meaning they bridge the gap between occasionally fragile mechanical switches and less tactile optical switches. The idea is to provide the best of both worlds, and in many ways, they succeed - presses feel accurate, satisfying, and a little louder than the previous model (coincidentally, when Logitech's MX Master 3 was upgraded, that opted for quieter buttons).
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The Superlight also taps out at 2,000 Hz polling rate, which is likely to be absolutely fine for all but the most ludicrous monitor refresh rates up to 8,000 Hz. Still, it's something to consider.
Our only gripe that remains is the lack of Bluetooth connectivity - with so many mice offering dual connections for multiple devices, it's disappointing to see the Superlight chained to a dongle - especially given how its lightweight nature would make it a killer mouse for carrying with a laptop or tablet.
The Verdict
Nitpicks aside, the Logitech Pro X Superlight 2 continues its predecessor's winning legacy. USB-C is a huge boon, for multi-device users, and while there's little to tempt you to upgrade if you have the first Superlight, it's an excellent mouse that remains one of the finest around.
4.5/5
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