Logitech Pro X Superlight 2 Dex Review: Lightweight Precision or Pricey Compromise?

Ultra-lightweight mouse dex: Logitech Pro X Superlight 2 Review: Lightweight precision or expensive compromise?

The Logitech Pro X Superlight 2 Dex offers one of the most powerful ultra-lightweight wireless gaming mice money can buy. Immediately, the Logitech Pro X Superlight 2 Dex stands out due to its impressively low weight of 60 grammes, coupled with the newer HERO 2 sensor, which boasts sensitivity up to 44,000 DPI and tracking speeds of 888 IPS. It also employs Logitech’s worldwide wireless LIGHTSPEED technology, now with added 8 kHz polling rate functionality.

The most notable redesign in the Superlight from its ancestor is the new ergonomic, asymmetric shape that has been run through a rake specifically for right-handed fingers.

In this review, we will be analyzing the Logitech Pro X Superlight 2 Dex in detail with regards to its design, features, performance, and its value for money so that you can decide if the $159 price tag in 2023 is indeed worth it in this highly competitive segment.

Then of course there’s the name—Dex—and the associated emphasis on the rhetorical “asymmetrical form crafted for total right-hand control and dexterity” suggests the decision was, indeed, for a very specific design reason.

This appears to be a concerted effort to service gamers who want a shape that conforms to the right hand and provides greater comfort and control while in use.

Just like last year’s Superlight, here’s a mouse designed for the right-handed mouse users with an ambidextrous design, so one size fits all, to an extent; compared to the original Superlight, it looks designed to derive a sense of style over versatility, indicating that Logitech wants to appeal to the part of the market which appreciates an ergonomic design for a lightweight, high-performance mouse.

Design & Build Quality

The Logitech Pro X Superlight 2 Dex follows a minimal and practical design language that is a staple of Logitech’s Pro line, which forgoes unnecessary add-ons like RGB lighting in favor of better performance.

Of course, similar to every other retail listing, black and white are the standard color options here. This mouse’s ergonomic, asymmetric form is a defining feature of its design, one borne from extensive collaboration with elite esports athletes.

This joint effort reflects a dedication to address professional gamers’ rigorous requirements for comfort and exact control during long hours of intensely aggressive gaming.

The redesigned shape does this to accommodate many different grip styles. It offers more palm support with the extended base, and the contour itself follows convention for right-handed ergonomics, which may be helpful for palm and claw grip users. But the unusually light weight may be of interest to fingertip grippers, too.

According to one user, the curve on the right side fits their hand so well that it feels seamless, which should be an asset for some of you depending on both your hand size and your grip style. And a separate review noted that it fit comfortably even for those with larger hands.

In order to reach that astonishing light weight of around 60 grams, Logitech is using a lightweight plastic build. That goes a long way in making this mouse agile, but the quality and texture of the plastic are just as important for the overall user experience.

Feedback from some users suggests that the material used might not suit every individual. One review noted that the plastic felt “too smooth,” and suggested it might slip in a fast-paced gaming session. Another user similarly described the coating on the white model as “poor” and “rather slippery”.

Ensuring a firm grip is crucial for accurate mouse control, especially in competitive gaming where split-second reactions are crucial.

Countering those concerns, another review mentioned how the mouse still felt surprisingly solid, given its light weight. Meaning that the exterior material may have tradeoffs, but the internal structure is probably three-she-arse-well designed to be sufficiently stiff.

Pro X Superlight 2 Dex has a minimal button layout. It has the standard left and right click buttons, two side buttons (on the left side), and a clickable scroll wheel.

The mouse has a very small number of buttons, which highlights its commitment to basic gaming features for competitive play. One omission is a dedicated DPI button—found on many gaming mice—for adjusting sensor sensitivity without having to go into software.

This lack of mouse memory might be an annoyance for gamers, especially those who adjust DPI on the fly depending on the game or the needs of a given in-game situation.

The primary buttons feature Logitech’s LIGHTFORCE hybrid optical-mechanical switches. So this new design aims to provide the responsiveness and stability of optical tech with that also brings the feedback of mechanical switches.

One review noted that left and right clicks felt “responsive, clean, [and] clear,” but that the middle click “felt mushy and inconsistent.”

Some users say their buttons have been even worse, describing “loose and inconsistent clicks with pre-travel and wobble” and “wobbly thumb buttons,” suggesting the quality control of individual units is varied.

A second review also expressed concerns with the side buttons, calling them “way too squishy” and lacking the click that can be sought after for esports gaming.

Incorporating this design philosophy into the Pro X Superlight 2 Dex naturally follows, as seen in that dead-center collaboration between Logitech marketing and an esports athlete.

It suggests that significant design decisions like the relatively spartan button layout and obsession with getting the weight down to near-zero stems from the needs of pro gamers. Many of these athletes focus strictly on what is essential and avoid extra distractions to keep top performance in a competition setting.

Just the opposite, based on certain feedback from users, including going through the Razer website for the mouse build quality, which suggests that there are potential manufacturing inconsistencies or even design limitations in the coating of the mouse and the buttons. This variance in user experience is a huge concern for something asking a premium price because a certain level of quality is expected at this tier.

Features & Software

The Logitech G HUB software serves as the central hub for customising the Pro X Superlight 2 Dex. G HUB allows users to adjust the sensor sensitivity incrementally, starting at 100 DPI and going up to an insane 44,000 DPI.

This broad range covers users with different monitor resolutions and sensitivity. The software also allows you to remap the five programmable buttons on the mouse to perform a number of in-game actions, macros, or system commands. Given the number of physical buttons available on the mouse, this offers a level of personalisation among the mousing gameplay features that the software aucharanews offers.

This would also include a G-Shift, which allows you to assign a second set of commands to a button that you can activate by holding down the G-Shift in G HUB, but this does not seem to be mentioned in the snippets.

The software also includes accurate sensor calibration features, which allow you to adjust DPI for the X and Y axes independently, so you can set different sensitivities between horizontal and vertical motion.

Users can even fine-tune how far the mouse must be lifted before tracking stops, making it a nifty feature that can only benefit different playing styles and mousepad surfaces.

G HUB also features profile functionality, which allows users to create and save multiple profiles to enable quick switching between game/application-specific configurations.

The Pro X Superlight 2 Dex lacks some basic features present on most high-end gaming mice. For example, there is no dedicated DPI switch on the mouse itself.

Therefore, any adjustments to DPI require opening G HUB software, which can be a bit of a hassle for gamers who need to change their sensitivity more frequently in-game.

In addition, you miss out on tilt scroll wheel-funtions on this mouse as well, which are found on some more premium mice, this means you lose horizontal scolling or additional button inputs, something that could be a severe gap for some, be it productivity workers or games that use this to scroll through long lists or quickly cycle through items.

This represents a potential trade-off for its minimalist design, as DPI adjustments are performed through software, as there is no specific hardware DPI switching button. G HUB provides a thorough range of control over DPI, but having to shatter gameplay to start up the program to make modifications is not perfect for competitive gamers who need an immediate, physical method to tweaking their sensitivity.

Additionally, the G HUB software is packed with features yet has a rather notorious reputation for using a lot of system resources and having occasional bugs.

One criticized the software as “holding back” the mouse, and another pointed out that it was a memory hog, consuming more of a user’s system memory than they’d like.

The end result is buggy apps that could slow down best performance or result in instability, negatively impacting the average use experience for less powerful user systems. Users on a Reddit thread also linked the issues with firmware, suggesting software was to blame.

Gameplay Performance & Experience

User reviews suggest that, just like gaming mice specifically, the Logitech Pro X Superlight 2 Dex delivers solid performance across a range of game types. One cited its superb handling in both accurate, granular titles like puzzle sniper games and twitch shooters like Counter-Strike 2 and Call of Duty

. “I had played CS2 since release and the mouse shape helped me with staying consistent with my ‘flick shots,’ another user explained. Between them, the accounts suggest the mouse is for competitive, high-stakes gaming scenarios where precision and fast responsiveness is needed.

Pro X Superlight 2 Dex is also noticeably faster with an ultra-high 8 kHz polling rate, resulting in a low response time of 0.25 milliseconds. And while this spec is technically impressive, the practical mileage for most gamers is questionable.

Another review claimed the mouse feels snappy and responsive at the standard 1000 Hz polling rate and the 8 kHz setting would probably be a superfluous upgrade for the majority of users.

The reviewer also recommended that for most users, the ideal polling rate is probably set somewhere in the range between 1000 Hz to 4000 Hz.

Another reported having trouble consistently reaching polling rates above 4000 Hz in testing, raising questions about whether 8 kHz is practical or even necessary for all users.

Many users seem to find the ergonomic shape of the Pro X Superlight 2 Dex comfortable enough for long gaming sessions. Another review commented that the mouse never felt cumbersome, even after continuous use over the course of hours, and felt like a natural extension of the hand.

Another user said the mouse was comfortable to hold, even for someone with a larger hand. This implies that the design is pre-tweaked for long-lasting gaming sessions, thanks to the input of esports professionals involved in the development.

It comes with zero-additive PTFE feet, allowing it to glide seamlessly across a wide range of mousepad surfaces. Additionally, the lightweight implementation of this mouse perfectly compliments their smooth gliding experience, mine a quick swipe motion for better controls.

Users can fine-tune lift-off distance in the G HUB software, allowing for personalized tuning in accordance with a given play style, and avoiding unnecessary tracking.

Overall, it seems to be working quite well, but it does have some specific problems that have been noted. Not every aspect of an ergonomic mouse is going to be perfect, as seen in some definitions of “rear-heavy feel” that pair with a rear-heavy mouse, potentially impacting mouse balance and travel feel on certain motion types (which may not be directly laid out in the provided snippets, but are referred to behind the scenes).

Furthermore, the side buttons have faced consistent criticism, with gamers calling them “way too squishy” and “not even giving good tactile feedback” when gaming. One review even said that the side buttons “aren’t perfect and definitely need some work.”

Additionally, the middle click button has been labeled as “mushy and inconsistent”, and other customers have mentioned “loose and inconsistent clicks” on the main buttons, suggesting there may be some variation in button quality and feel.

While an impressive technical specification, the mind-bogglingly high 8 kHz polling rate doesn’t seem to confer much, if any, noticeable benefit for the vast majority of gamers. Its most valuable use is probably in marketing and providing for a very tiny subsection of ultra highly competitive players that own 240+ hertz monitors and inhuman reaction times. In addition, using such a high polling rate probably means you are using even more power, and this may impact the astounding battery life granted to you with lower polling rates.

Despite the issue with the options buttons and the middle click of the mouse, the Pro X Superlight 2 Dex seems to have a generally positive reception when it comes to its ergonomic shape for right-handed users, but the frequent reporting of issues in these physical interactions suggests some concerns about its overall quality and reliability. These drawbacks may undermine the otherwise laudable experience offered by the slick design and super accurate sensor.

Battery Life & Charging

Logitech says the Pro X Superlight 2 Dex can get up to 95 hours of battery life from a single charge. That’s a big deal for a wireless gaming mouse, providing long periods in use before it needs to be recharged.

This was proved through real-world testing, with one review stating that the mouse hit “just over 95 hours” of battery life while being used at a 1000 Hz polling rate. This means Logitech’s battery longevity claims are accurate under non-ideal usage circumstances.

Do keep in mind that the update to the 8 kHz polling rate will impact battery, but in that regard, the G303 will still be able to hit a 1,400 hour battery life on a single 1mm LED test. If you want to maximize battery life, one review noted specifically to set the polling rate lower than 8000 Hz to avoid adversely impacting the battery on the mouse, which means the 95 hours figure is likely based off of the 1000 Hz setting and using the 8 kHz mode will probably cause a significant reduction in battery life.

The Pro X Superlight 2 Dex charges through a most current USB-C port, which is more helpful and possibly the quicker charging occasions related with older Micro-USB connections.

The snippets don’t list the exact charging time, but most mice of similar battery could take anywhere between 2 to 3 hours to reach a full charge.

Aside from the mouse itself, you get the full accoutrements, specifically a USB LIGHTSPEED adapter, allowing you to connect the mouse for ultra-low latency wireless use, USB A to C charging/data cable, an adapter extension (although I’m not sure if this is something you need to mess around with for ideal placement of the wireless receiver), additional grip tape for those who need something more solid in-hand, and finally another aperture door with a PTFE pane (I think this was designed to be used with Logitech’s POWERPLAY wireless charger).

It’s also compatible with Logitech’s POWERPLAY wireless charging system, sold separately. The power is always on when the mouse is in use, avoiding the need for recharging. However, one review said the PowerPlay system may not be necessary for everyone since the battery life of the mouse is generally quite good by itself.

This translates into superb battery life for the Pro X Superlight 2 Dex at the watch for a regular 1000 Hz polling rate and is a noteworthy advantage for users seeking for the real wireless gaming experience without the indefinite fear of battery piece. Keep in mind though, prospective buyers, that using the maximum 8 kHz polling rate is probably not going to be compatible with this stellar battery life, resulting in more frequent charges.

Comparison with Rivals

The Logitech Pro X Superlight 2 Dex joins a crowded field of high-performance gaming mice. Two that stand out are the Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro and the Logitech G502 X Plus.

Another highly-rated, featherlight, right-handed, ergonomic gaming mouse is the Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro. Both are ergonomically-oriented, but the shapes differ a little.

Another source mentions that the shape of the Dex feels a little bulkier in the hand than a Razer Hyperspeed (a lighter version of the shape found in DeathAdder), so depending on the shape of your hands and grip styles, the overall size could play a major role.

The DeathAdder V3 Pro has a higher back and deeper finger grooves, which may better suit you if you have bigger hands or are adamant about ergonomics. Both mice are incredibly light, with the DeathAdder V3 Pro approaching 63 g as well.

The most significant area of divergence is probably features; the DeathAdder V3 Pro usually has a dedicated DPI button, while the Dex lacks this altogether. Both mice will provide high polling rates, although for the DeathAdder V3 Pro that means buying an 8 kHz dongle separately, while the Dex includes it.

The Logitech G502 X Plus is an example of a different design philosophy. A much more advanced gaming mouse with many programmable buttons (including the classic thumb rest buttons and a dual-mode scroll wheel).

It also usually supports customisable RGB lighting. The G502 X Plus, on the other hand, is much heavier than the Pro X Superlight 2 Dex (roughly 101g). This slight difference in weight appeals to those users who like something that feels more solid in their hand.

The G502 X Plus aims for gamers looking for versatility with extensive customisation for whatever you might throw at it — game or productivity — whereas the Pro X Superlight 2 Dex leans away from the features and concentrates on lightweight performance emulating all-out, competitive gaming.

As such, the comparison with these rivals highlights the Pro X Superlight 2 Dex’s key strengths: its super lightweight build and its high polling rate, making it a serious option for competitive gamers looking for speed and precision.

Kaival now says that the lack of a DPI adjustment button and the sparse button count might not be suitable for users who prioritise greater customisation or a more diverse feature set.

The Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro is closer to the Viper Pro in terms of a lightweight focus, although it does have a dedicated DPI button on top of the mouse, while the Logitech G502 X Plus offers a more versatile experience with dozens of programmable buttons, though it comes with a little more heft in weight.

Pricing & Value

At $159 the Logitech Pro X Superlight 2 Dex commands a high-end price, though gaming mice can be even more expensive (the Razer Naga X for more than $149 is just one example).

Whether this price makes sense is a matter of its features, performance, and highlights and lowlights. Some reported user feedback indicates the value proposition may be questionable.

This, combined with it being similar to the original Superlight, and the presence of some very good, more affordable alternatives, meant that one review deemed that price to be a concern.

A different user agreed, saying they wanted more innovation to make the payment worth it. One reviewer even explicitly described the mouse as “overpriced” compared to its rivals. Another review was more forgiving, noting the usual “Logitech tax” but admitting the mouse lives up to its performance claims.

There are also a number of good-value alternatives for users looking. One blog specifically referred to the Xlite V3 as a far more affordable option. Other mice from Razer, Glorious and others may offer similar performance of a more enticing feature set for less, depending on your needs and preferences.

The target customer for the Logitech Pro X Superlight 2 Dex is probably a competitive gamer for whom ultra-light weight, a super-accurate sensor, and a nice right-handed ergonomic shape are most important, and who is willing to pay extra to pack an extra punch.

On the other hand, this mouse probably isn’t for users looking for more programmable buttons, an ambidextrous design, a better deal or those that are otherwise wary of the more questionable aspects of build quality, like middle click or side button feel.

With a price tag for the Logitech Pro X Superlight 2 Dex in the high-tier range, it’s a premium product aimed squarely at a subset of the gaming market.

While the sensor accuracy and lightweight agility is brilliant, reported build quality issues and the lack of certain key features over similarly priced or cheaper rivals make it hard to recommend it to wider possible audience.

Professional esports athletes and highly competitive gamers, who value every millisecond and gramme, may find the price worth the performance and ergonomic boost. However, given the reported inconsistencies in build quality, the average gamer should likely explore alternatives that offer more features and performance for their money.

Pros and Cons

Pros:

Very light weight construction (about 60 grams).

HERO 2 sensor with up to 44,000 DPI and 888 IPS tracking

LIGHTSPEED wireless ultra-fast connectivity with up to 8 kHz polling rate.

Well padded, ergonomic, asymmetric, right-handed shape (for most).

Battery life: 95 hours with 1000 Hz Polling Rate

Zero-additive PTFE mouse feet for a smooth glide.

Cons:

Premium price of $159.

No dedicated DPI switcher.

For some users, plastic material can feel slippery.

Middle click button described as mushy and not tactile.

A few complaints of the primary buttons and side buttons feeling loose and wobbly

Keyboard buttons feel squishy and with no tactile feedback.

8kHz polling rate may be an excessive feature for the average user and may affect battery longevity.

Final Verdict

The Logitech Pro X Superlight 2 Dex is a serious contender for the title of best wireless gaming mouse. Its ergonomic shape suits many right-handed users, while its excellent battery life at lower polling rates allows for superb wireless freedom.

Sustained remains to question the value proposition of the controller, considering it comes in at a premium price point, and features supposed inconsistencies in build quality, especially the feel of the middle and side buttons.

The 8 kHz polling rate and ultra-light weight might excite competitive gamers who chase every possible performance edge, but the lack of a dedicated DPI button and a coating that might become slippery also raise concerns. Although the Logitech Pro X Superlight 2 Dex is a premium option and a solid performer in the high-end gaming mouse space, prospective purchasers should carefully consider its advantages, price, and reported issues before making a purchase.

Star Ratings:

Design: 4/5

Performance: 4.5/5

Value: 3/5