Logitech G502 Proteus Spectrum vs Razer Basilisk Essential
Logitech G502 Proteus Spectrum
121 g · PMW3366 · Wired · 2016Razer Basilisk Essential
95 g · 6,400 DPI · Wired · 2019Logitech G502 Proteus Spectrum and Razer Basilisk Essential are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 51 and 52.
- Razer Basilisk Essential is 26 g lighter (95 g vs 121 g).
- Max DPI: Logitech G502 Proteus Spectrum leads (12,000 vs 6,400).
Logitech G502 Proteus Spectrum
If you care most about max DPI.
Razer Basilisk Essential
If you care most about weight.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| Logitech G502 Proteus Spectrum | Razer Basilisk Essential | |
|---|---|---|
| 51 | Gear score | 52 |
| 121 g | Weight | 95 g |
| PMW3366 | Sensor | — |
| 12,000 | Max DPI | 6,400 |
| 1000 Hz | Polling rate | 1000 Hz |
| Wired | Connection | Wired |
| 2016 | Release year | 2019 |
| ≈ $85 | Estimated price | ≈ $48 |
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 G502 Proteus Spectrum or Razer Basilisk Essential better?
Logitech G502 Proteus Spectrum and Razer Basilisk Essential are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 51 and 52. Razer Basilisk Essential is 26 g lighter (95 g vs 121 g). Max DPI: Logitech G502 Proteus Spectrum leads (12,000 vs 6,400).
Which one is lighter?
Razer Basilisk Essential is 26 g lighter (95 g vs 121 g).
How much do they cost?
Estimated prices: Logitech G502 Proteus Spectrum ≈ $85, Razer Basilisk Essential ≈ $48. Current prices vary by store.