Logitech Gaming Mouse Comparison- G302 vs G102

Sagar_20

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While hunting around for the best gaming mouse, i ended up on these two gaming gaming mouse from Logitech that seem to offer the best value for the money, namely G302 and G102 which looks like the photocopy of the Logitech G Pro. However, i have not been able to decide which is better. As there is no mention about the sensor used, it's really hard to pick one and moreover they cost nearly the same, G302 costs a little more. Now what according to you should be a gamer's choice? One thing i like about G302 is it says it is tested to 20 million clicks, besides that i don't know much.
 
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The G302 uses the AM010, while the G102 uses the new "mercury" sensor. The AM010 is a bit older but good. The Mercury on the G102/203 is very new, probably the best budget sensor on the market these days. I have the G303 which is the upgraded version of the G302 (uses the better PMW3366), the shape is really not so good for palm, excellent for claw / fingertip grips. I also have the G-pro, same shape as the G102/G203, it's a bit small for palm grip but works for small hands and is also great for claw / fingertip grips. Between the two the G102 or G203 would get my vote just because it's newer, the shape is a bit more comfortable, and uses the new mercury sensor. Check out RJNs review on the G302 and the G102/G203 for...
The G302 uses the AM010, while the G102 uses the new "mercury" sensor. The AM010 is a bit older but good. The Mercury on the G102/203 is very new, probably the best budget sensor on the market these days. I have the G303 which is the upgraded version of the G302 (uses the better PMW3366), the shape is really not so good for palm, excellent for claw / fingertip grips. I also have the G-pro, same shape as the G102/G203, it's a bit small for palm grip but works for small hands and is also great for claw / fingertip grips. Between the two the G102 or G203 would get my vote just because it's newer, the shape is a bit more comfortable, and uses the new mercury sensor. Check out RJNs review on the G302 and the G102/G203 for some more insight.
 
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Karadjgne

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I used a standard, cheapo Dell optical mouse for years, it suffered abuse from 3x teenagers, and me, for gaming/office use. Still works great, and I didn't want to give it up, but it's 2-button and a single position wheel, non customizable. But it fit my hand perfectly. The most comfortable mouse I've used in over 30 years of messing with pc's.

That said, that's going to be the difference for you. The G302 might be the better mouse, physically, but that's a stat on paper. If you hate the way it feels in your hand, can't stand it's weight, buttons are just awkward, then the G102 is a far better mouse for you. Or vice versa.

Mice, keyboards, cases, monitors are all extremely personal. You have to look at it, use it etc. The Fractal Design R5 is a great case, but if you can't stand square and boxy looking, the cheapo Apevia gaming X series of awful colored cases would be far better.

Don't decide on mice based on spec sheets or price. Decide on what fits you, your needs, your aesthetics and comfort.
 

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Perhaps you are talking about the Dell MS 111 Optical mouse, which has been the norm for dell pre built machines for years. I have had the same mouse since over six years and it's still going strong. Accidentally its right click stopped working about a year ago but it just works. I can use keyboard for that purpose. In my opinion this mouse has undoubtedly the best in hand feel, and fits in palm just fine for everyone. For the same reason it happens to be my favourite mouse. However it's been taken over by the new MS 111 now.
 

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That's the one. $4 mouse that's perfect. So why vendors don't get a clue and modify that I dunno, they come out with all sorts of funky sizes and shapes now. There's mice with 11 macro buttons that you have to have the hands of a 10yr old in size to be comfortable with, yet the fingers of a surgeon to get that kind of precision and then there's remembering what all the different buttons do. And it's $200. What a waste.

Just take that old Dell mouse, put a button by the thumb, a button by the pinkie and a button behind the wheel, make the wheel sideways variable, and ppl would buy it.
 

That's whats so great about the logitech mice, namely the g102 / g203 - very basic only the side mouse buttons and the usual two + scroll. Another surprising gem was the Roccat Lua, one of the only mice these days that just has the basic 3 button setup (2 side + scroll). There is beauty in simplicity.

 

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Do you think Asus cerberus ambidextrous wired gaming mouse can compete with this Logitech G102? It has only 2500 dpi but looks a little more ergonomic and also costs about the same.


 

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Funny thing about dpi. My Cougar has variable dpi, just a push on the buttons behind the wheel swaps modes, so I can set it on 1-4. But on 4 when doing that the smallest mouse movement takes the mouse from one side of the screen almost instantly, it's terrible to game on. 1 barely moves the cursor at all, I run out of desk space before hitting screen edges. So I usually end up on either 2 or 3, 1500dpi or 2500dpi.
 

Well the Asus Cerberus uses the Avago 5050, which is a pretty old office-grade sensor and not really good for fast-tracking (e.g. spin-out) and other unexpected behavior - so the G102 would be better for sure.

The ROG Gladius II uses the PMW3360 which is also excellent, but pricey. The Sica and Strix use the PMW3310 which is also much better than the 5050.

There some other budget choices that use the 3360:

Rii M01 MMO Mouse currently $25, looks like it's trying to be a Corsair M65 clone

Pwnage Altier Pro for $30

Plugable Performance Gaming Mouse for $30, egads - good if you don't care about looks lol

Nixeus Revel, Matte White $35, pretty solid choice and $6 cheaper than the matte black with the current sale price

HAVIT HV-MS735 $30 good budget mmo choice.

 

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Would there be any reason to choose G402 over G102? I know that the latter has a new sensor which after update supports up to 8000 dpi but for some reason G402 costs 1.5x that. I'd like to know why. I"ll only be considering logitech, so my search for a good gaming mouse automatically narrows down to these two.
 
Well the 402 is a larger, heavier mouse (which in itself should justify the cost lol) and it is more suited to a larger hand with a palm grip and would be a preference for some users. The older sensor is not bad by any means and should not be the deciding factor, comfort is equally important.
 

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Sorry i am a little new to the grip concept but i just realised i have been using the claw and fingertip grip over the years. This dell mouse that i have, i find it small and perhaps that's the reason why i am not able to use palm grip and may be i need something bigger for comfort. I don't see why there are different measurements provided for every mouse as per style but i measured and found my hand to be 18 x 8 cm and apparently both the mice seem to be fit for my needs. What would you suggest? Also, does it make sense to get a used G700 for gaming in 2018?
 

Same for me, I have tried palm-mice like the deathadder which is comfortable, I am just not a palmer lol


Well they are loose guidelines, it is possible you may find comfort with an odd-size mouse it's more of a trial-and-error basis and see what works. I know folks who go through over a dozen mice until they find what they are looking for.

As far as the G700, going to be a stretch to find one that is normally priced (all my finds are way over in the hundreds, makes no sense!) I say check out the G602, can be had for $40 and looks well fit for a L size hand with palm grip if you want a wireless choice. A budget choice like the Rii M01 I had previously mentioned may work out - it's similar to the size of the M65 which has been reported to work well with L size and palm as well and only 1/2 the price if budget is a concern.
 

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OK guys i have been using the Logitech G402 gaming mouse for more than 2 months and now i think it's time to update my post. So here i start.

This mouse comes with a lot of features i don't even need to say but undoubtedly the feature that has made the biggest impact in my life is the primary buttons. They are so easy to press clicking is effortless and almost instantaneous. Only after getting used to this mouse i realized how tight the buttons on my dell mouse were and they were causing fatigue.

The body is so well designed that until some days you can't even realize that the material on the sides is actually rubber yet it mixes up with the rest of the body perfectly. It prevents sweating.

The shape is ergonomic and palm grip minimizes stress on hand. The only problem i have is this mouse is not wide enough to support all 4 fingers. To be precise, it's a long and narrow mouse which is itself contradictory to the fact that this mouse is aimed at people with big hands. i.e. >=16 cm. Logitech needs to understand that pinky finger rest is equally important as thumb rest in a mouse. Rest is all good.