Logitech G PRO Hero vs SteelSeries Rival 5
Logitech G PRO Hero
80 g · HERO 25K · Wired · 2019SteelSeries Rival 5
85 g · TrueMove Air · Wired · 2021Logitech G PRO Hero and SteelSeries Rival 5 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 68 and 68.
- Logitech G PRO Hero is 5 g lighter (80 g vs 85 g).
- Max DPI: Logitech G PRO Hero leads (25,600 vs 18,000).
Logitech G PRO Hero
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Spec-by-spec comparison
| Logitech G PRO Hero | SteelSeries Rival 5 | |
|---|---|---|
| 68 | Gear score | 68 |
| 80 g | Weight | 85 g |
| HERO 25K | Sensor | TrueMove Air |
| 25,600 | Max DPI | 18,000 |
| 1000 Hz | Polling rate | 1000 Hz |
| Wired | Connection | Wired |
| 2019 | Release year | 2021 |
| ≈ $70 | Estimated price | ≈ $45 |
The gear score is computed from specifications only (e.g. for a mouse: weight, sensor, polling rate, connection and release year). It isn’t a lab test and doesn’t measure personal preferences like shape or grip.
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FAQ
Is Logitech G PRO Hero or SteelSeries Rival 5 better?
Logitech G PRO Hero and SteelSeries Rival 5 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 68 and 68. Logitech G PRO Hero is 5 g lighter (80 g vs 85 g). Max DPI: Logitech G PRO Hero leads (25,600 vs 18,000).
Which one is lighter?
Logitech G PRO Hero is 5 g lighter (80 g vs 85 g).
How much do they cost?
Estimated prices: Logitech G PRO Hero ≈ $70, SteelSeries Rival 5 ≈ $45. Current prices vary by store.