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Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED vs SteelSeries Rival 3

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YOUR FIRST CHOICE

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Black · LIGHTSPEED wireless · M-R0071 hardware

Black Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED wireless mouse viewed from above, with its scroll wheel, DPI button and side buttons visible
Full product profile Official image
Exact model & source notes

The black G305 LIGHTSPEED is a wireless mouse with a HERO sensor rated up to 12,000 DPI, six programmable buttons and a 1000 Hz report rate, powered by one replaceable AA battery (99 g with the battery fitted).

Specifications checked 11 Sept 2026.

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Manufacturer specifications
WHICH SUITS YOU?

Choose the Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED for

  • A wireless connection
  • A symmetric shape

Choose the SteelSeries Rival 3 for

  • A wired connection
  • A right-hand shape
Built from verified specifications that differ. Not a rating or a recommendation.
See the 10 verified differences
THE CONTENDER

SteelSeries Rival 3

Black · 62513 · global manufacturer configuration

SteelSeries Rival 3 wired mouse in black, angled view showing the two left side buttons, cable, illuminated logo and RGB light strip
Full product profile Official image
Exact model & source notes

The Rival 3 is SteelSeries's wired, right-handed ergonomic mouse: 77 g without the cable, a TrueMove Core optical sensor from 200 to 8,500 CPI, six buttons and three RGB zones.

Specifications checked 26 Sept 2026.

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Manufacturer specifications

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THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE

Visual facts

Differences first. Select a topic for its graphic, sources and conditions.

How to read this comparison
  • Manufacturer facts for the exact models shown. Not a quality rating or a test result.
  • “Different” means the known values differ, not that one is better.
  • Missing or conflicting evidence is marked and never counts as a difference. Source chips hold each fact’s sources and conditions.
SPECIFICATIONS SIDE BY SIDE8 topics
SELECTED TOPIC
01 / 08

Connections

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED2.4 GHz LIGHTSPEED wireless with USB receiver

Manufacturer specification

Source 1
SteelSeries Rival 3Wired USB

Manufacturer specification · Wired variant (62513); a separate Rival 3 Wireless (62521) is sold under the same product page. A USB port is required.

Source 1Source 2
Explore the full specifications

Choose the grip, then check the connection. Left-side thumb controls are not a mirrored left-handed layout. Check the receiver or USB connection, battery requirements and your preferred shape. DPI is tracking resolution, not an accuracy score; no gaming winner is inferred.

WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?

Key differences

Full specifications ↓

10 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. 6 are also drawn in Visual facts above. Missing information stays separate.

Connections

In Visual facts
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED2.4 GHz LIGHTSPEED wireless with USB receiver
SteelSeries Rival 3Wired USB
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications
SteelSeries Rival 3

Manufacturer specification · Wired variant (62513); a separate Rival 3 Wireless (62521) is sold under the same product page. A USB port is required.

SteelSeries Rival 3 (62513, wired) — SteelSeries UK store page and specificationsSteelSeries Rival 3 (62513, wired) — SteelSeries US store page and specifications

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Sensor model / type

In Visual facts
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEEDHERO
SteelSeries Rival 3SteelSeries TrueMove Core optical
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · Logitech's sensor name.

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications

Sensor settings and manufacturer tracking limits describe capabilities, not independently measured accuracy or gaming performance. Preserve each test surface and software condition.

Hand orientation

In Visual facts
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEEDSymmetric shell; side buttons on the left only
SteelSeries Rival 3Right-handed ergonomic shape; side buttons on the left
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · Control layout from the manufacturer's button diagram and product views.

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specificationsLogitech G305 — battery, receiver and button layout
SteelSeries Rival 3

Manufacturer specification · SteelSeries's stated shape and suggested claw or fingertip grip; side-button position from the official product views. Not a comfort test.

SteelSeries Rival 3 (62513, wired) — SteelSeries UK store page and specificationsSteelSeries Rival 3 (62513, wired) — SteelSeries US store page and specifications

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Customisation software

In Visual facts
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEEDLogitech G HUB
SteelSeries Rival 3SteelSeries Engine 3.15.1 or later (Windows 7+, macOS 10.12+)
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · G HUB is an optional download (internet required); advanced settings need it.

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specificationsLogitech G305 — US black configuration
SteelSeries Rival 3

Manufacturer specification · As named on the specification table; lighting and Engine Apps are configured in software.

SteelSeries Rival 3 (62513, wired) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications

Stored profiles, sensitivity settings and software assignments are different capabilities. An unspecified profile count is not zero; check the software and firmware conditions.

Lighting

In Visual facts
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEEDNo RGB lighting; status indicator only
SteelSeries Rival 33 independently controlled RGB zones (Prism)
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · The single status LED shows battery, DPI and mode.

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Listed package

In Visual facts
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEEDG305 mouse; LIGHTSPEED USB receiver; one alkaline AA; documentation
SteelSeries Rival 3Rival 3 Gaming Mouse; Product Information Guide
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · Includes one alkaline AA battery.

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specificationsLogitech G305 — battery, receiver and button layout
SteelSeries Rival 3

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer box contents; check the seller's listing.

SteelSeries Rival 3 (62513, wired) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

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Maximum tracking resolution

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED12000 DPI
SteelSeries Rival 38500 DPI
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications
SteelSeries Rival 3

Manufacturer specification · SteelSeries states CPI; adjustable in 100 CPI increments.

SteelSeries Rival 3 (62513, wired) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications

Sensor settings and manufacturer tracking limits describe capabilities, not independently measured accuracy or gaming performance. Preserve each test surface and software condition.

Rated primary-button lifecycle

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED10 million clicks
SteelSeries Rival 360 million clicks
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · Logitech's rating for the left and right primary buttons; not observed lifetime. A full durability-test protocol is not stated.

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specificationsLogitech G305 — US black configuration
SteelSeries Rival 3

Manufacturer specification · SteelSeries's rating for the main switches.

SteelSeries Rival 3 (62513, wired) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Published acceleration threshold

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED40 G
SteelSeries Rival 335 G
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · Tested by Logitech on a G240 mouse pad.

Logitech G305 — US black configuration
SteelSeries Rival 3

Manufacturer specification · SteelSeries also states zero hardware acceleration.

SteelSeries Rival 3 (62513, wired) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications

Sensor settings and manufacturer tracking limits describe capabilities, not independently measured accuracy or gaming performance. Preserve each test surface and software condition.

Published tracking speed

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED400 IPS
SteelSeries Rival 3300 IPS
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · Tested by Logitech on a G240 mouse pad.

Logitech G305 — US black configuration
SteelSeries Rival 3

Manufacturer specification · Rated on SteelSeries QcK surfaces.

SteelSeries Rival 3 (62513, wired) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications

Sensor settings and manufacturer tracking limits describe capabilities, not independently measured accuracy or gaming performance. Preserve each test surface and software condition.

Small physical differences (1)
Configuration & compatibility details (1)

Manufacturer host requirements

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEEDUSB port; Windows 7 or later; macOS 10.13 or later; ChromeOS
SteelSeries Rival 3Windows, Mac, ChromeOS, Linux and Xbox; USB port required
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · Requires a USB 2.0 or later port; G HUB has its own current system requirements.

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specificationsLogitech G305 — US black configuration

These descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.

Missing or non-comparable evidence (16)

Main switch technology

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEEDNot verified
SteelSeries Rival 3SteelSeries mechanical switches
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

The manufacturer describes mechanical button tensioning, which does not establish the electrical switch actuation type. · Manufacturer specification · Primary-button tensioning is recorded separately. Electrical switch actuation and vendor remain unverified.

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specificationsLogitech G305 — US black configuration
SteelSeries Rival 3

Manufacturer specification · SteelSeries says the Rival 3 uses a split-trigger click design, which it says keeps the left and right clicks fast and consistent for years of use (FAQ "How durable is the Rival 3?").

SteelSeries Rival 3 (62513, wired) — SteelSeries UK store page and specificationsSteelSeries Rival 3 (62513, wired) — SteelSeries US store page and specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Power source

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEEDOne AA battery
SteelSeries Rival 3Not verified
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · Original exact battery-type description: One replaceable AA alkaline or lithium battery. One AA battery (alkaline cell included); a lithium AA is lighter. Manufacturer supports replaceable alkaline or lithium AA; the included alkaline and optional lighter lithium are distinct conditions. Separately sourced250hour continuous performance-mode and nine-month standard Endurance-mode fields remain unchanged; Endurance reduces tracking performance.

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications
SteelSeries Rival 3

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Claimed Endurance-mode runtime

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEEDUp to nine months of standard use
SteelSeries Rival 3Not verified
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · Endurance mode, standard use; Endurance mode reduces tracking performance.

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specificationsLogitech G305 — battery, receiver and button layoutLogitech G305 — US black configuration
SteelSeries Rival 3

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Claimed performance-mode runtime

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED250 hours
SteelSeries Rival 3Not verified
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · Continuous use in performance mode.

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications
SteelSeries Rival 3

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Receiver storage

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEEDInside the mouse battery compartment
SteelSeries Rival 3Not verified
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · The USB receiver stores under the battery cover.

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specificationsLogitech G305 — battery, receiver and button layoutLogitech G305 — US black configuration
SteelSeries Rival 3

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Primary-button tensioning

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEEDPrimary-button tensioning system
SteelSeries Rival 3Not verified
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer-stated primary-button tensioning mechanism, separate from electrical actuation, measured click force, latency or reliability. Original manufacturer description: Mechanical primary-button tensioning system. Detail absence on a counterpart is not proof of a different mechanism.

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specificationsLogitech G305 — US black configuration
SteelSeries Rival 3

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Glide feet

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEEDPTFE
SteelSeries Rival 3Not verified
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · Logitech rates the feet for 250 km.

Logitech G305 — US black configuration
SteelSeries Rival 3

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Published sensor processing

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEEDZero smoothing, acceleration and filtering
SteelSeries Rival 3Not verified
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification

Logitech G305 — US black configuration
SteelSeries Rival 3

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Body width

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEEDConflicting evidence
SteelSeries Rival 367 mm
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Logitech's M-R0071 support table lists 62.15 mm width; its current US product page lists 62.1 mm. The width remains unresolved. Both list 116.6 mm length and 38.2 mm height. · Manufacturer specification · Logitech's M-R0071 support table lists 62.15 mm width; its current US product page lists 62.1 mm. The width remains unresolved. Both list 116.6 mm length and 38.2 mm height.

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specificationsLogitech G305 — US black configuration
SteelSeries Rival 3

Manufacturer specification · Widest (rear) figure; SteelSeries lists 58.3 mm at the front.

SteelSeries Rival 3 (62513, wired) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Dimensions

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEEDConflicting evidence
SteelSeries Rival 3120.6 × 67 × 37.9 mm (length × width × height)
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Logitech's M-R0071 support table lists 62.15 mm width; its current US product page lists 62.1 mm. The width remains unresolved. Both list 116.6 mm length and 38.2 mm height. · Manufacturer specification · Logitech's M-R0071 support table lists 62.15 mm width; its current US product page lists 62.1 mm. The width remains unresolved. Both list 116.6 mm length and 38.2 mm height.

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specificationsLogitech G305 — US black configuration
SteelSeries Rival 3

Manufacturer specification · Length plus SteelSeries's rear width and rear height; the front is 58.3 mm wide and 21.5 mm high. Cable excluded.

SteelSeries Rival 3 (62513, wired) — SteelSeries UK store page and specificationsSteelSeries Rival 3 (62513, wired) — SteelSeries US store page and specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Weight

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED99 g
SteelSeries Rival 377 g
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · With one AA battery; 75 g without it.

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications

The manufacturer sources do not establish the same cable weighing basis. Both published masses remain visible with their conditions, but are not ranked.

Weight without battery

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED75 g
SteelSeries Rival 3Not verified
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · Without the AA battery; 99 g ready to use.

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications
SteelSeries Rival 3

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

5 shared fields have the same recorded value.

WHAT EACH CHOICE ASKS OF YOU

What it brings and what to check

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

What it brings

What to check

SteelSeries Rival 3

What it brings

  • SteelSeries lists a wide 200–8,500 CPI range in 100 CPI steps, zero hardware acceleration and a 1000 Hz report rate.
    Manufacturer source Manufacturer source
  • Onboard memory keeps the report rate, key bindings and five CPI settings on the mouse, and the main switches are rated for 60 million clicks.
    Manufacturer source

What to check

COMPARE THE DETAILS

Full specifications

How we verify
33 of 33 specifications Sources in each row
Source-backed specifications for Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED and SteelSeries Rival 3
SpecificationLogitech G305 LIGHTSPEEDSteelSeries Rival 3
WeightDifferent
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · With one AA battery; 75 g without it.

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications
99 g77 g
Dimensions
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Logitech's M-R0071 support table lists 62.15 mm width; its current US product page lists 62.1 mm. The width remains unresolved. Both list 116.6 mm length and 38.2 mm height. · Manufacturer specification · Logitech's M-R0071 support table lists 62.15 mm width; its current US product page lists 62.1 mm. The width remains unresolved. Both list 116.6 mm length and 38.2 mm height.

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specificationsLogitech G305 — US black configuration
SteelSeries Rival 3

Manufacturer specification · Length plus SteelSeries's rear width and rear height; the front is 58.3 mm wide and 21.5 mm high. Cable excluded.

SteelSeries Rival 3 (62513, wired) — SteelSeries UK store page and specificationsSteelSeries Rival 3 (62513, wired) — SteelSeries US store page and specifications
Conflicting sources120.6 × 67 × 37.9 mm (length × width × height)
Body lengthDifferent
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications
SteelSeries Rival 3

Manufacturer specification · Mouse body length; cable excluded.

SteelSeries Rival 3 (62513, wired) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications
116.6 mm120.6 mm
Body width
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Logitech's M-R0071 support table lists 62.15 mm width; its current US product page lists 62.1 mm. The width remains unresolved. Both list 116.6 mm length and 38.2 mm height. · Manufacturer specification · Logitech's M-R0071 support table lists 62.15 mm width; its current US product page lists 62.1 mm. The width remains unresolved. Both list 116.6 mm length and 38.2 mm height.

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specificationsLogitech G305 — US black configuration
SteelSeries Rival 3

Manufacturer specification · Widest (rear) figure; SteelSeries lists 58.3 mm at the front.

SteelSeries Rival 3 (62513, wired) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications
Conflicting sources67 mm
Hand orientationDifferent
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · Control layout from the manufacturer's button diagram and product views.

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specificationsLogitech G305 — battery, receiver and button layout
SteelSeries Rival 3

Manufacturer specification · SteelSeries's stated shape and suggested claw or fingertip grip; side-button position from the official product views. Not a comfort test.

SteelSeries Rival 3 (62513, wired) — SteelSeries UK store page and specificationsSteelSeries Rival 3 (62513, wired) — SteelSeries US store page and specifications
Symmetric shell; side buttons on the left onlyRight-handed ergonomic shape; side buttons on the left
Weight without battery
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · Without the AA battery; 99 g ready to use.

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications
SteelSeries Rival 3

No source recorded.

75 gNot provided
Glide feet
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · Logitech rates the feet for 250 km.

Logitech G305 — US black configuration
SteelSeries Rival 3

No source recorded.

PTFENot provided
Sensor model / typeDifferent
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · Logitech's sensor name.

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications
HEROSteelSeries TrueMove Core optical
Maximum tracking resolutionDifferent
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications
SteelSeries Rival 3

Manufacturer specification · SteelSeries states CPI; adjustable in 100 CPI increments.

SteelSeries Rival 3 (62513, wired) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications
12000 DPI8500 DPI
Maximum report rate
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · 1 ms report interval.

Logitech G305 — battery, receiver and button layoutLogitech G305 — US black configuration
SteelSeries Rival 3

Manufacturer specification · 1000 Hz (1 ms) over the wired connection.

SteelSeries Rival 3 (62513, wired) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications
1000 Hz1000 Hz
Published tracking speedDifferent
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · Tested by Logitech on a G240 mouse pad.

Logitech G305 — US black configuration
SteelSeries Rival 3

Manufacturer specification · Rated on SteelSeries QcK surfaces.

SteelSeries Rival 3 (62513, wired) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications
400 IPS300 IPS
Published acceleration thresholdDifferent
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · Tested by Logitech on a G240 mouse pad.

Logitech G305 — US black configuration
SteelSeries Rival 3

Manufacturer specification · SteelSeries also states zero hardware acceleration.

SteelSeries Rival 3 (62513, wired) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications
40 G35 G
Published sensor processing
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification

Logitech G305 — US black configuration
SteelSeries Rival 3

No source recorded.

Zero smoothing, acceleration and filteringNot provided
Minimum sensitivity
Sources
SteelSeries Rival 3

Manufacturer specification · Lowest CPI setting listed by SteelSeries.

SteelSeries Rival 3 (62513, wired) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications
200 DPI200 DPI
On-the-fly DPI settings
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · Four default settings; G HUB enables a fifth.

Logitech G305 — battery, receiver and button layoutLogitech G305 — US black configuration
SteelSeries Rival 3

Manufacturer specification · Five CPI settings can be saved to onboard memory.

SteelSeries Rival 3 (62513, wired) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications
5 settings5 settings
Listed controls
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · Left, right, wheel click, forward, back and DPI cycle; the underside power switch is extra.

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specificationsLogitech G305 — battery, receiver and button layout
SteelSeries Rival 3

Manufacturer specification · SteelSeries's stated number of buttons; the page does not say how many are programmable.

SteelSeries Rival 3 (62513, wired) — SteelSeries UK store page and specificationsSteelSeries Rival 3 (62513, wired) — SteelSeries US store page and specifications
66
Scroll controls
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · Logitech's support table says no tilt.

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specificationsLogitech G305 — battery, receiver and button layout
SteelSeries Rival 3

No source recorded.

Wheel scrolling and middle click; no left/right tiltNot provided
Main switch technology
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

The manufacturer describes mechanical button tensioning, which does not establish the electrical switch actuation type. · Manufacturer specification · Primary-button tensioning is recorded separately. Electrical switch actuation and vendor remain unverified.

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specificationsLogitech G305 — US black configuration
SteelSeries Rival 3

Manufacturer specification · SteelSeries says the Rival 3 uses a split-trigger click design, which it says keeps the left and right clicks fast and consistent for years of use (FAQ "How durable is the Rival 3?").

SteelSeries Rival 3 (62513, wired) — SteelSeries UK store page and specificationsSteelSeries Rival 3 (62513, wired) — SteelSeries US store page and specifications
Not listed by the manufacturerSteelSeries mechanical switches
Primary-button tensioning
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer-stated primary-button tensioning mechanism, separate from electrical actuation, measured click force, latency or reliability. Original manufacturer description: Mechanical primary-button tensioning system. Detail absence on a counterpart is not proof of a different mechanism.

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specificationsLogitech G305 — US black configuration
SteelSeries Rival 3

No source recorded.

Primary-button tensioning systemNot provided
Rated primary-button lifecycleDifferent
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · Logitech's rating for the left and right primary buttons; not observed lifetime. A full durability-test protocol is not stated.

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specificationsLogitech G305 — US black configuration
SteelSeries Rival 3

Manufacturer specification · SteelSeries's rating for the main switches.

SteelSeries Rival 3 (62513, wired) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications
10 million clicks60 million clicks
ConnectionsDifferent
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications
SteelSeries Rival 3

Manufacturer specification · Wired variant (62513); a separate Rival 3 Wireless (62521) is sold under the same product page. A USB port is required.

SteelSeries Rival 3 (62513, wired) — SteelSeries UK store page and specificationsSteelSeries Rival 3 (62513, wired) — SteelSeries US store page and specifications
2.4 GHz LIGHTSPEED wireless with USB receiverWired USB
Power source
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · Original exact battery-type description: One replaceable AA alkaline or lithium battery. One AA battery (alkaline cell included); a lithium AA is lighter. Manufacturer supports replaceable alkaline or lithium AA; the included alkaline and optional lighter lithium are distinct conditions. Separately sourced250hour continuous performance-mode and nine-month standard Endurance-mode fields remain unchanged; Endurance reduces tracking performance.

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications
SteelSeries Rival 3

No source recorded.

One AA batteryNot provided
Claimed performance-mode runtime
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · Continuous use in performance mode.

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications
SteelSeries Rival 3

No source recorded.

250 hoursNot provided
Claimed Endurance-mode runtime
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · Endurance mode, standard use; Endurance mode reduces tracking performance.

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specificationsLogitech G305 — battery, receiver and button layoutLogitech G305 — US black configuration
SteelSeries Rival 3

No source recorded.

Up to nine months of standard useNot provided
Receiver storage
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · The USB receiver stores under the battery cover.

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specificationsLogitech G305 — battery, receiver and button layoutLogitech G305 — US black configuration
SteelSeries Rival 3

No source recorded.

Inside the mouse battery compartmentNot provided
Claimed wireless range
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · Logitech recommends keeping the receiver within 20 cm in noisy wireless environments.

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specificationsLogitech G305 — battery, receiver and button layout
SteelSeries Rival 3

No source recorded.

Up to 10 mNot provided
Cable length
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

No source recorded.

SteelSeries Rival 3

Manufacturer specification · Rubber cable.

SteelSeries Rival 3 (62513, wired) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications
Not provided1.8 m
LightingDifferent
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · The single status LED shows battery, DPI and mode.

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications
No RGB lighting; status indicator only3 independently controlled RGB zones (Prism)
Onboard profile capacity
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · One hardware profile, separate from the five DPI settings.

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specificationsLogitech G305 — battery, receiver and button layoutLogitech G305 — US black configuration
SteelSeries Rival 3

No source recorded.

1 profileNot provided
Customisation softwareDifferent
Sources
Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · G HUB is an optional download (internet required); advanced settings need it.

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specificationsLogitech G305 — US black configuration
SteelSeries Rival 3

Manufacturer specification · As named on the specification table; lighting and Engine Apps are configured in software.

SteelSeries Rival 3 (62513, wired) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications
Logitech G HUBSteelSeries Engine 3.15.1 or later (Windows 7+, macOS 10.12+)
Onboard memory
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SteelSeries Rival 3

Manufacturer specification · Stores polling rate, key bindings and five CPI settings on the mouse; SteelSeries does not state a profile count.

SteelSeries Rival 3 (62513, wired) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications
YesYes
Listed packageDifferent
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Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · Includes one alkaline AA battery.

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specificationsLogitech G305 — battery, receiver and button layout
SteelSeries Rival 3

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer box contents; check the seller's listing.

SteelSeries Rival 3 (62513, wired) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications
G305 mouse; LIGHTSPEED USB receiver; one alkaline AA; documentationRival 3 Gaming Mouse; Product Information Guide
Manufacturer host requirementsDifferent
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Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · Requires a USB 2.0 or later port; G HUB has its own current system requirements.

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specificationsLogitech G305 — US black configuration
USB port; Windows 7 or later; macOS 10.13 or later; ChromeOSWindows, Mac, ChromeOS, Linux and Xbox; USB port required
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