Logitech has just unveiled what could be the next major advancement in gaming mice: the Logitech G Pro X2 Superstrike. This innovative mouse completely abandons traditional mechanical switches, replacing them with inductive actuators and advanced haptic click feedback. The primary benefit? A significant reduction in click latency, potentially cutting it by up to 30 milliseconds.
Announced at its recent Logitech G Play event, the Superstrike offers gamers unprecedented control. Users can fine-tune the click’s actuation point, select from five different rapid trigger reset levels, and even customize the intensity of the haptic feedback. While the long-term impact on the competitive gaming landscape remains to be seen, this technology represents a meaningful step forward in mouse design.
Robin Piispanen, Logitech’s general manager of Pro and Sim, highlighted the vision behind this innovation, stating, “Superstrike isn’t just about enhancing click speed; we’re providing pros with new levels of adaptation, personalization, and confidence. This is a true breakthrough in the pursuit of speed and control.” The company also shared an enthusiastic endorsement from pro League of Legends player, Caps, who described the experience as akin to “going from playing on public internet servers to playing on LAN” – a powerful testament to its responsiveness.
Beyond its groundbreaking click technology, the G Pro X2 Superstrike packs impressive specifications. It boasts a polling rate of up to 8kHz, with a sensor capable of 88G acceleration and an 888IPS tracking speed. For those who prioritize sensitivity, the mouse offers a maximum DPI of 44,000.
One area where it’s slightly less groundbreaking is its weight. At 65 grams, it’s certainly light, but approximately 10 grams heavier than some of its top-tier wireless competitors and also heavier than Logitech’s current flagship, the Logitech G Pro X Superlight 2. The Superstrike shares its core shape and button layout with this predecessor.
Interestingly, Logitech also introduced the new G Pro Superlight 2c, a more compact version of the Superlight 2. This new model is 5% smaller and, notably, 10 grams lighter, bringing its weight down to a mere 51 grams. It maintains the same impressive battery life as its larger sibling and integrates an even more capable sensor, identical to the one found in the Superstrike.
Returning to the Superstrike, while its battery life of 90 hours of continuous use is robust, it falls slightly short of the Superlight 2’s 95 hours. It’s also currently unclear whether the Superstrike supports Logitech’s PowerPlay wireless charging system, as there’s no mention or visual evidence of the required puck space.
Ultimately, the success of the Logitech G Pro X2 Superstrike hinges on the performance of its innovative Superstrike technology. With modern gaming mice already delivering exceptional responsiveness, the challenge for a new button mechanism to genuinely transform the experience for even elite gamers is considerable. We eagerly await the opportunity to conduct hands-on testing and report our findings.
The Logitech G Play event, an annual showcase of the company’s latest gaming gear held in Madrid this year, revealed a total of 11 new products. These releases included exciting new McLaren F1 sim racing gear and an impressively capable, yet affordable, $59 Logitech G321 headset.
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