An overview of G502
G502 designed with right-handed gamers in mind. The size of this mouse is ideal for those with medium-large hands and the shape follows natural contours so it feels comfortable for extended periods of time.
As is usual, Logitech has engineered this mouse to have a selection of different materials to encourage good grip and comfort. Functionality aside, the visual appearance with the combination of materials and styling makes G502 look superb.
We know G502 focusses primarily on the right-handed gamer because Logitech has given this mouse a shelf on the left for the thumb to rest upon and there are a multitude of buttons to use on the left side too.
On the outside edge of the left-button there are two elongated buttons which, by default allow the DPI profiles to be switched to – immediately behind these buttons there is an LED indicator panel to highlight which profile is selected.
An assortment of buttons on the left side
In easy reach of the thumb there are a plethora of buttons to use – all of these buttons can be customised within Logitech’s software suite. G502 uses a soft rubber for the thumb area which also has an area of engraved triangular shapes – helping to further assist with grip.
A rather sleek looking mouse from the right view
Over on the other side of G502 there are no additional buttons aside from the right-button but we do have more texturised rubber for added grip during long gaming sessions.
The front of G502
Viewing G502 from the front we can see the mouse sits on a slight angle. As is customary for gaming mice (and standard mice really!) there is a scrolling wheel between the two obligatory left/right-buttons. This scrolling wheel is plastic and can operate in two different modes. Users can choose to have the scrolling wheel loose and without any increments or have the wheel snap to individual positions. To choose between the two options, the button immediately behind the scrolling wheel must be pressed. Coupled with the way that Logitech has designed this wheel and that it can be clicked to the left and right results in quite a wobbly object.
Poised and ready for action
Adjustable weight system
On the underside of G502 resides PROTEUS CORE optical sensor which supplies up to 12,000 DPI – Five DPI settings can be configured to the buttons via the software suite.
Logitech provide four glide pads to ensure stable and smooth operation and the cable which is hardwired to the mouse is braided for durability.
Around the sensor there is a magnetic weight door. Upon opening this door there is a recess which allows the five 3.6g weights to be fitted. Having the option to customise the weight of G502 is a very useful attribute to have and adding in the weights is easy thanks to this tool-free door.
