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Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED
Mad Catz R.A.T. DWS
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ConnectivityWireless
Type
Standard
Default Weight
115.1 g
Ambidextrous
No
ConnectivityWireless
Type
Standard
Default Weight
N/A
Ambidextrous
No
Our Verdict
Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED
Mad Catz R.A.T. DWS
The Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED and the Mad Catz R.A.T. DWS are both wireless gaming mice, but the Logitech performs better overall. The Logitech has a wider CPI range, with a CPI that you can adjust more precisely, and its click latency is lower. The Logitech's scroll wheel can unlock for free scrolling, which is great if you intend to use it for office work. On the other hand, the Mad Catz has Bluetooth support, which the Logitech lacks, and it has a thumb wheel for side-scrolling. Also, it has many moveable and interchangeable parts to adjust the look and size of the mouse, making it suitable for any hand size regardless of grip type.
Variants
- G502 LIGHTSPEED Wireless (Black)
- R.A.T. DWS (Black)
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Main Differences for
Work
Work
Threshold
Work
8.3
8.5
Scroll Wheel Type
Notched Wheel + Free Wheel
Notched Wheel
Thumb Wheel Type
No
Notched Wheel
Mouse Compatibility
10
8.3
Wireless Versatility
7.2
9.4
Full Comparison
Design
Style
Style Picture
Type
Standard
Standard
Coating
Matte
Matte
Lighting Color
RGB
No Lighting
Shape
3D Model
Length
5.1" (130 mm)
4.5" (113 mm)
Width
2.9" (74 mm)
3.5" (88 mm)
Height
1.6" (41 mm)
1.5" (39 mm)
Grip Width
63 mm
70 mm
Ambidextrous
No
No
Left-Handed Friendly
No
No
Finger Rest
Thumb
Thumb and Pinky
Build Quality
8.5
8.5
Build quality picture
Weight
5.6
5.8
Minimum Weight Picture
Lowest Weight
115.1 g
140 g
Default Weight
115.1 g
N/A
Weight Distribution
Centered
Centered
Extra Weights
Yes
No
Maximum Weight Without Wire
142 g
Hand Size Recommendation
Palm Grip Hand Recommendation
Claw Grip Hand Recommendation
Fingertip Grip Hand Recommendation
Right-handed
Yes
Left-handed
No
No
Ambidextrous
No
No
Coating
Matte
Matte
Finger Rest
Thumb
Thumb and Pinky
Wireless Versatility
7.2
9.4
Maximum Of Paired Devices
1
Bluetooth
No
Yes
Receiver
Yes
Yes
Battery Type
Rechargeable
1x AA
Use When Charging
Yes
No ( Single use batteries)
On/Off Activation
Auto Off And On/Off Switch
Auto Off And On/Off Switch
Receiver Extender
Yes
No
Receiver Storing
Yes
Yes
Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Cable
Connectivity
Wireless
Wireless
Cable Length
6.1 ft (1.9 m)
N/A
Cable Video
Cable Type
Braided
No Cable
Permanent Kink
No
No
Port Type: Mouse End
Micro USB
No Port
Port Type: PC End
USB-A
No Port
Mouse Feet
7.0
7.0
Mouse Feet picture
Gliding Experience
Good
Ok
Material
PTFE
PTFE
Extra Included
No
No
In The Box
In the box picture
Portability
7.4
Portability picture
Volume
23.74 in³ (389 cm³)
Cable/Receiver Storing
Yes
Yes
Palm Grip: Hand Size Recommendation
Palm Grip Picture
Small Hand
Yes
Medium Hand
Yes
Large Hand
Yes
X.Large Hand
Yes
Claw Grip: Hand Size Recommendation
Claw Grip Picture
Small Hand
Yes
Medium Hand
Yes
Large Hand
Yes
X.Large Hand
Yes
Fingertip Grip: Hand Size Recommendation
Fingertip Grip Picture
Small Hand
Yes
Medium Hand
Yes
Large Hand
Yes
X.Large Hand
Yes
Control
Main Button
Actuation Graph
Force/Distances Graph
Switch Type
Mechanical
Switch Model
Not Specified
Additional Buttons
8.1
8.2
Buttons Picture
Buttons Activation
Mechanical
Total Number Of Buttons
12
10
Number Of Side Buttons
3
3
Number Of Programmable Inputs
21
14
Profile Switching Button
Yes
Yes
CPI (DPI) Switching Button
Yes
Gesture Support
No
No
Click Latency
8.6
7.7
Latency Data
Expected Connection
5.6 ms
Wired
4.1 ms
N/A
Receiver
5.6 ms
15 ms
Bluetooth
N/A
57 ms
CPI
9.5
CPI Graph
SRAV Close-Up
SRAV @ 1600 CPI
-0.08%
SRAV @ 800 CPI
0.04%
SRAV @ 400 CPI
0.33%
SRAV @ Fixed CPI
N/A
Precision Error Between Speeds
0.37%
Precision Error Between CPI
0.35%
Worst Tracking Error
-6.50%
Minimum CPI
100 CPI
100 CPI
Maximum CPI
25,600 CPI
16,000 CPI
CPI Adjustment Steps
50 CPI
100 CPI
Sensor Latency
8.6
Sensor Latency Transition Graph
Delay To Start Of Movement
14.0 ms
Delay At Half Movement
4.8 ms
Delay To End Of Movement
6.5 ms
Sensor Specifications
Sensor Technology
Optical (LED)
Optical (LED)
Sensor Model
HERO 25K
PixArt PAW3335DB
Works On Glass
No
No
Minimum CPI (DPI)
100 CPI
100 CPI
Maximum CPI (DPI)
25,600 CPI
16,000 CPI
CPI (DPI) Adjustment Steps
50 CPI
100 CPI
CPI (DPI) Variation
3%
Minimum Lift Off Distance
1.2 mm
1.2 mm
Maximum Polling Rate
1000 Hz
1000 Hz
Mouse Wheel
Mouse wheel picture
Scroll Wheel Type
Notched Wheel + Free Wheel
Notched Wheel
Scroll Wheel Steps
30 Steps
Scroll Wheel Tilt
Yes
Yes
Thumb Wheel Type
No
Notched Wheel
Thumb Wheel Steps
12 Steps
Noise
Noise Video
Click Noise
Quiet
Quiet
Operating System And Software
Configuration Software
Software Tour
Software Name
Logitech G HUB
MADCATZ R.A.T. DWS
Software Windows Compatibility
Yes
Yes
Software macOS Compatibility
Yes
No
On-Board Memory
Yes
Yes
CPI (DPI) Adjustment
Yes
Yes
Polling Rate Adjustment
Yes
Yes
Profile Configuration
Yes
Yes
Profile Auto-Switching
Yes
Software settings screenshot
RGB On/Off
Yes
No
Account Needed
No
Mouse Compatibility
10
8.3
Windows Compatibility
Fully
Fully
macOS Compatibility
Fully
Partially
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