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Logitech G502 Proteus Core

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Pros

  • G502 is in pretty good shape for images and testing
  • improved dual-mode hyper-fast
  • the mouse looks very impressive and it is extremely comfortable to hold

Cons

  • the high dpi becomes unwieldy
  • Proteus Spectrum is not exactly brand new at this point
  • Logitech does not kink the cable

Key specs

  • 12000 dpi
  • 40G
  • 12
  • yes
  • 1
  • Wired
  • 121 g
  • Mechanical

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Logitech G502 Proteus Core - Pros & Cons

Logitech G502 Proteus Core

Pros

  • G502 is in pretty good shape for images and testing
  • improved dual-mode hyper-fast
  • the mouse looks very impressive and it is extremely comfortable to hold
  • Comfortable right-handed shape with thumb rest
  • G502 Proteus Spectrum is good for office use
  • It feels well-built and has a comfortable right-handed shape
  • feels well-built and has a comfortable right-handed shape
  • G402 is lighter and has better click latency
  • are well-suited to all grip types
  • unique and exceptionally user-friendly
  • customizing the profiles is simple

Cons

  • the high dpi becomes unwieldy
  • Proteus Spectrum is not exactly brand new at this point
  • Logitech does not kink the cable
  • not a single curve of the body
  • it still puts buttons on the side of the main buttons up top
  • quite heavy
  • it's only suitable for larger hands
  • It has no variants and is only available in black
  • no software issues were encountered during testing
  • only suitable for those with larger hands
  • Limited

Logitech G502 Proteus Core - Technical Overview

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IconNumber of buttons
12
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12000 dpi
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Redragon Ranger
Operating resolution: 124000 dpi
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121 g
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Dicota Twister
Weight: 0.07 g

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Logitech G502 Proteus Core - Full Specifications

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General
Type of motion sensorMechanical
Device interfaceUSB
PurposeGaming
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Features
Adjustable weightyes
Compact designyes
Ergonomic designyes
Tilt wheelyes
Built-in memoryyes
Customizable movement resolutionyes
Programmable mouse buttonsyes
Multimedia buttonsyes
Button functions
  • Back
  • DPI switch
  • Forward
Plug and Playyes
Mac compatibilityyes
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Design
Colour of productBlack
Form factorRight-hand
Rubber gripsyes
Illuminationyes
Surface colorationMonotone
Cable length1.83
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Power
Power sourceCable
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Technical details
Operating resolution12000.0 dpi
Acceleration40G
Buttons typePressed buttons
Number of buttons12
Scroll wheelyes
Number of wheels1
Scroll typeWheel
Scrolling directionsVertical/Horizontal
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Connectivity
ConnectionWired
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Dimensions
Width2.95 in
Height5.2 in
Depth1.57 in
Weight4.27 oz

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Logitech G502 Proteus Core Logitech - Editorial Reviews (11)

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Logitech G502 Proteus Core Logitech G502 Proteus Core review: This is a supremely customizable gaming mouse
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pcworld.com_techhive.com
Published: 12.09.2014
Logitech G502 Proteus Core review: This is a supremely customizable gaming mouse
2.3

This is one of the best gaming mice on the market.

Logitech G502 Proteus Core Logitech G502 Proteus Core gaming mouse review
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TechRadar
Published: 25.04.2014
Logitech G502 Proteus Core gaming mouse review
4.0

The wired mouse for the claw-grip gamer that knows what they want

Logitech G502 Proteus Core Logitech G502 Hero review: A slight improvement on an old standard
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pcworld.com_techhive.com
Published: 16.11.2018
Logitech G502 Hero review: A slight improvement on an old standard
4.5

Logitech's G502 Hero swaps out the beloved PWM3366 sensor for its new Hero flagship, with little appreciable result. It's still a great gaming mouse though.

Logitech G502 Proteus Core Logitech G502 Proteus Spectrum Review
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PCMAG
Published: 12.07.2016
Logitech G502 Proteus Spectrum Review
4.0

The affordable Logitech G502 Proteus Spectrum is a well-made, high-performance gaming mouse with a comfortable design, 11 programmable buttons, and customizable lighting features.

Logitech G502 Proteus Core Logitech G502 Proteus Spectrum Review
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RTINGS.com
Published: 12.05.2021
Logitech G502 Proteus Spectrum Review
3.8

The Logitech G502 Proteus Spectrum is a very good wired gaming mouse. It feels very well-made, has plenty of programmable buttons, low click latency, and a comfo...

Logitech G502 Proteus Core Logitech G502 Proteus Core Review
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IGN India
Published: 11.08.2014
Logitech G502 Proteus Core Review
4.8

Enter the Proteus

Logitech G502 Proteus Core Logitech G502 Proteus Core Mouse Review
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TechSpot
Published: 23.05.2014
Logitech G502 Proteus Core Mouse Review
4.5

The Logitech G502 Proteus Core is the first mouse to tout a staggering 12,000 DPI. This is complemented by a host of other features that make for...

Logitech G502 Proteus Core Logitech G502 Proteus Spectrum RGB Tunable Gaming Mouse Review
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TweakTown
Published: 24.06.2016
Logitech G502 Proteus Spectrum RGB Tunable Gaming Mouse Review
5.0

The best mouse we have reviewed in a long time is Logitech's G502 Proteus Spectrum RGB Tunable Gaming Mouse. Come and check it out.

Logitech G502 Proteus Core Logitech G502 Proteus Core Gaming Mouse Review
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Tom's Guide
Published: 17.01.2017
Logitech G502 Proteus Core Gaming Mouse Review
5.0

From design and software to performance, the Logitech Proteus Core is hands-down the best all-purpose gaming mouse on the market.

Logitech G502 Proteus Core Logitech G502 Proteus Core Gaming Mouse Review – A Serious Gamer’s...
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Techgage
Published: 09.06.2014
Logitech G502 Proteus Core Gaming Mouse Review – A Serious Gamer’s...

Let's face it - most people have heard of Logitech, and most of those who are tech savvy have become well-acquainted with the company's various offerings over the years. I've been mostly pleased with everything I've tried from Logitech before, so let's find out if the G502 Proteus gaming mouse...

Logitech G502 Proteus Core Logitech G502 Proteus Core Tunable Gaming Mouse Review | eTeknix
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eTeknix
Published: 29.11.2015
Logitech G502 Proteus Core Tunable Gaming Mouse Review | eTeknix

Introduction Logitech have a long history in the peripheral business, having created some of the most popular desktop and gaming mice around. With that in mind, we're very happy to see their latest mouse, the G502 Proteus Core in the eTeknix office, as it comes equipped with some pretty awesome features that should make it a lot of fun to test. The G502 Proteus comes equipped with a high-end 12,000 DPI sensor, which Logitech claim is the most accurate sensor on the market, a claim I won't be taking lightly in our testing. An accurate sensor is obviously something we

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