Mice / Comparison

Logitech G502 Proteus Spectrum vs Razer DeathAdder Essential

Mouse · Logitech

Logitech G502 Proteus Spectrum

121 g · PMW3366 · Wired · 2016
GEAR SCORE 51.0 / 100Average
Lightness24
Sensor76
Polling rate66
Connection65
Recency30
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Mouse · Razer

Razer DeathAdder Essential

96 g · 6,400 DPI · Wired · 2018
GEAR SCORE 51.0 / 100Average
Lightness44
Sensor45
Polling rate66
Connection65
Recency40
Verdict

Logitech G502 Proteus Spectrum and Razer DeathAdder Essential are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 51 and 51.

  • Razer DeathAdder Essential is 25 g lighter (96 g vs 121 g).
  • Max DPI: Logitech G502 Proteus Spectrum leads (12,000 vs 6,400).
Pick this

Logitech G502 Proteus Spectrum

If you care most about max DPI.

Pick this

Razer DeathAdder Essential

If you care most about weight.

Spec-by-spec comparison

Logitech G502 Proteus SpectrumRazer DeathAdder Essential
51Gear score51
121 gWeight96 g
PMW3366Sensor—
12,000Max DPI6,400
1000 HzPolling rate1000 Hz
WiredConnectionWired
2016Release year2018
≈ $85Estimated price≈ $21
0Setups using it1

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 DeathAdder Essential better?

Logitech G502 Proteus Spectrum and Razer DeathAdder Essential are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 51 and 51. Razer DeathAdder Essential is 25 g lighter (96 g vs 121 g). Max DPI: Logitech G502 Proteus Spectrum leads (12,000 vs 6,400).

Which one is lighter?

Razer DeathAdder Essential is 25 g lighter (96 g vs 121 g).

How much do they cost?

Estimated prices: Logitech G502 Proteus Spectrum ≈ $85, Razer DeathAdder Essential ≈ $21. Current prices vary by store.