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Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED vs SteelSeries Rival 5

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YOUR FIRST CHOICE

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED

Black · 910-005568 · UK manufacturer configuration

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Exact model & source notes

The black G502 LIGHTSPEED (910-005568) is the wireless G502: a HERO 25K sensor rated up to 25,600 DPI, 11 programmable controls, a dual-mode scroll wheel with left/right tilt, adjustable weights and optional POWERPLAY charging.

Specifications checked 11 Sept 2026.

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Manufacturer specifications

WHAT DIFFERS

11Listed controls9

2RGB lighting zones10

25,600 DPIMaximum tracking resolution18,000 DPI

3 of 11 verified differences, in the order listed below. Not a rating.

See the 11 verified differences

THE CONTENDER

SteelSeries Rival 5

Black · 62551 · global manufacturer configuration

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Exact model & source notes

The Rival 5 is SteelSeries's wired right-handed multi-button mouse: 85 g, nine programmable buttons including a five-button side panel, a TrueMove Air sensor from 100 to 18,000 CPI and 10-zone RGB.

Specifications checked 26 Sept 2026.

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Manufacturer specifications

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THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE

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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 SIDE7 topics

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Connections

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Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEEDLIGHTSPEED wireless USB receiver; USB data and charging cable

Manufacturer specification

Source 1

SteelSeries Rival 5Wired

Manufacturer specification · Original exact manufacturer description: Wired USB (Super Mesh cable). Wired only; SteelSeries lists no wireless mode or battery. UK/US source explicitly says Wired; USB port is required and the separate cable entry is Super Mesh2m/6.67ft. No connector shape, cable-part equivalence or wireless capability is inferred.

Source 1 Source 2

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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

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

Connections

In Visual facts

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEEDLIGHTSPEED wireless USB receiver; USB data and charging cable

SteelSeries Rival 5Wired

Sources

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications

SteelSeries Rival 5

SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries US store page and specifications

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Sensor model / type

In Visual facts

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEEDHERO 25K

SteelSeries Rival 5SteelSeries TrueMove Air optical

Sources

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications

SteelSeries Rival 5

Manufacturer specification · SteelSeries says the sensor was designed with PixArt and includes tilt tracking.

SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries US 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.

Listed controls

In Visual facts

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED11

SteelSeries Rival 59

Sources

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · Programmable in G HUB.

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — controls, shape and weights

SteelSeries Rival 5

Manufacturer specification · SteelSeries lists 9 buttons and says every button is programmable, including a five-button side panel with a toggle switch.

SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries US store page and specifications

Physical clicks, programmable wheel actions and optional side buttons can produce different counts. Read each configuration; a larger count does not establish better control or programmability.

Customisation software

In Visual facts

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEEDLogitech G HUB

SteelSeries Rival 5SteelSeries GG (Engine 3.18.4 or later; Windows 7+, macOS 10.12+)

Sources

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED

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

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications

SteelSeries Rival 5

Manufacturer specification · The specification table names SteelSeries Engine 3.18.4+; the feature text names SteelSeries GG.

SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — 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.

Listed package

In Visual facts

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEEDMouse; LIGHTSPEED receiver; receiver extension adapter; charging/data cable; accessory box; four 2 g weights; two 4 g weights; documentation

SteelSeries Rival 5Rival 5 Gaming Mouse; Product Information Guide

Sources

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · POWERPLAY hardware is not included; check the seller's listing.

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications

SteelSeries Rival 5

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

SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

RGB lighting zones

In Visual facts

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED2

SteelSeries Rival 510

Sources

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · The exact product source explicitly states 2 configurable RGB zones. Published lighting implementation: Two LIGHTSYNC RGB zones. Source-specific tooling, location, modes and effects remain qualified; more detailed wording does not establish another RGB product lacks that implementation. Status indicators are not counted as additional configurable zones.

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications

SteelSeries Rival 5

Manufacturer specification · The exact product source explicitly states 10 configurable RGB zones. Published lighting implementation: 10-zone RGB (PrismSync). Source-specific tooling, location, modes and effects remain qualified; more detailed wording does not establish another RGB product lacks that implementation. Status indicators are not counted as additional configurable zones.

SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries US store page and specifications

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

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Maximum tracking resolution

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED25600 DPI

SteelSeries Rival 518000 DPI

Sources

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · Tracking range 100–25,600 DPI.

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications

SteelSeries Rival 5

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

SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — 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 acceleration threshold

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEEDGreater than 40 G

SteelSeries Rival 540 G

Sources

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED

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

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications

SteelSeries Rival 5

Manufacturer specification · SteelSeries also states zero hardware acceleration.

SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — 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 G502 LIGHTSPEEDGreater than 400 IPS

SteelSeries Rival 5400 IPS

Sources

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED

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

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications

SteelSeries Rival 5

Manufacturer specification · Rated on SteelSeries QcK surfaces.

SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — 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.

Body width

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED75.2 mm

SteelSeries Rival 562.9 mm

Sources

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · Overall width, not grip width.

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications

SteelSeries Rival 5

Manufacturer specification · Widest listed (front) figure.

SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications

A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.

Dimensions

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED131.2 × 75.2 × 40 mm (length × width × height)

SteelSeries Rival 5128.8 × 62.9 × 42.1 mm (length × width × height)

Sources

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · Mouse body, length × width × height; cable excluded.

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications

SteelSeries Rival 5

Manufacturer specification · Length plus SteelSeries's widest (front, 62.9 mm) width and rear height; it lists 62.8 mm at the centre, 58.2 mm at the back and 26.7 mm front height.

SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries US store page and specifications

A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.

Small physical differences (1)

Body length

In Visual facts

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED131.2 mm

SteelSeries Rival 5128.8 mm

Sources

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · Mouse body, length × width × height; cable excluded.

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications

SteelSeries Rival 5

Manufacturer specification

SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Configuration & compatibility details (2)

Hand orientation

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEEDRight-hand control layout; left-side thumbrest and thumb controls

SteelSeries Rival 5Right-handed ergonomic shape; five-button side panel on the left

Sources

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED

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

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — controls, shape and weights

SteelSeries Rival 5

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

SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries US store page and specifications

Both sources describe right-hand controls. Their wording does not establish a different hand orientation or identical shape and comfort.

Manufacturer host requirements

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEEDUSB port; Windows 8 or later; macOS 10.11 or later

SteelSeries Rival 5Windows, Mac, Xbox and Linux; USB port required

Sources

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · G HUB has its own current system requirements.

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications

SteelSeries Rival 5

Manufacturer specification

SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications

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

Missing or non-comparable evidence (17)

Main switch technology

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEEDNot verified

SteelSeries Rival 5SteelSeries Golden Micro IP54 mechanical switches

Sources

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED

Exact primary-switch actuation type is not established by the retained specification. Button tensioning is recorded separately; no optical/mechanical difference is inferred. · Manufacturer specification · The manufacturer describes primary-button tensioning, which does not establish the electrical switch actuation type.

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications

SteelSeries Rival 5

Manufacturer specification · SteelSeries describes the switches as dust and water resistant.

SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications

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

Scroll controls

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEEDFree-spin or ratcheted scrolling; left/right wheel tilt

SteelSeries Rival 5Not verified

Sources

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · Wheel-mode toggle below the wheel; tilt left/right are programmable scroll inputs.

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — setup guide (button map, profiles)

SteelSeries Rival 5

No source recorded for this side.

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

Onboard profile capacity

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED5 profiles

SteelSeries Rival 5Not verified

Sources

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · One profile by default; up to five can be added with Logitech G HUB.

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — setup guide (button map, profiles)

SteelSeries Rival 5

No source recorded for this side.

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

Onboard memory

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEEDYes

SteelSeries Rival 5Not verified

Sources

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · Stores settings on the mouse.

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications

SteelSeries Rival 5

No source recorded for this side.

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

Wireless charging support

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEEDLogitech POWERPLAY

SteelSeries Rival 5Not verified

Sources

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · Needs a POWERPLAY charging system, sold separately.

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications

SteelSeries Rival 5

No source recorded for this side.

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

Battery life and conditions

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEEDUp to 48 hours with default lighting; up to 60 hours with lighting off

SteelSeries Rival 5Not verified

Sources

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · Logitech's constant-motion estimate; runtime varies with settings and use.

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications

SteelSeries Rival 5

No source recorded for this side.

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

Cable length

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEEDNot verified

SteelSeries Rival 52 m

Sources

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED

Logitech does not list this for the model. · Manufacturer specification · Logitech does not list the cable length.

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications

SteelSeries Rival 5

Manufacturer specification · Super Mesh (microfibre mesh) cable.

SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications

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

Battery type

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEEDRechargeable lithium-polymer

SteelSeries Rival 5Not verified

Sources

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications

SteelSeries Rival 5

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 G502 LIGHTSPEEDMetal-spring primary-button tensioning system

SteelSeries Rival 5Not verified

Sources

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer describes metal-spring button pre-tension. This is separate from electrical switch actuation and does not establish measured click latency or a different switch type. · Manufacturer specification

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications

SteelSeries Rival 5

No source recorded for this side.

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

Manufacturer quick-charge claim

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEEDFive minutes of charging for up to 2.5 hours of use

SteelSeries Rival 5Not verified

Sources

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · Charging from a USB 2.0 or later port.

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications

SteelSeries Rival 5

No source recorded for this side.

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

Weight adjustment

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEEDFour 2 g weights and two 4 g weights; up to 16 g added

SteelSeries Rival 5Not verified

Sources

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · Six weights: four 2 g and two 4 g.

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — controls, shape and weights

SteelSeries Rival 5

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 G502 LIGHTSPEEDPTFE

SteelSeries Rival 5Not verified

Sources

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · Logitech rates the feet for 250 km.

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications

SteelSeries Rival 5

No source recorded for this side.

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

Optional additional weight

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED16 g

SteelSeries Rival 5Not verified

Sources

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · Optional extra weight, added to the listed mouse weight.

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications

SteelSeries Rival 5

No source recorded for this side.

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

POWERPLAY 2 compatibility

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEEDYes

SteelSeries Rival 5Not verified

Sources

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · On Logitech's POWERPLAY 2 compatible-mice list; the charging system is sold separately.

Logitech POWERPLAY 2 — exact compatible mouse list

SteelSeries Rival 5

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 G502 LIGHTSPEEDZero smoothing, acceleration and filtering

SteelSeries Rival 5Not verified

Sources

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications

SteelSeries Rival 5

No source recorded for this side.

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

Claimed main-switch durability

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEEDNot verified

SteelSeries Rival 580 million clicks

Sources

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED

No source recorded for this side.

SteelSeries Rival 5

Manufacturer specification

SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications

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

Weight

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED114 g

SteelSeries Rival 585 g

Sources

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED

Manufacturer specification · Before the optional 16 g of weights.

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications

SteelSeries Rival 5

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer-listed weight; SteelSeries does not state whether the cable is included.

SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries US store page and specifications

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

3 shared fields have the same recorded value.

WHAT EACH CHOICE ASKS OF YOU

What it brings and what to check

Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED

What it brings

The HERO 25K sensor reaches 25,600 DPI at a 1000 Hz report rate over LIGHTSPEED wireless or USB, and four 2 g plus two 4 g weights add up to 16 g of adjustable ballast.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source
G HUB can store up to five onboard profiles on the mouse, and the wheel switches between free-spin and ratcheted scrolling.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source Manufacturer source

What to check

It weighs 114 g before any weights are added, and Logitech rates battery life at up to 48 hours with default lighting (60 hours with lighting off). The POWERPLAY charging mat is sold separately.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source

SteelSeries Rival 5

What it brings

SteelSeries says all nine buttons are programmable, including a five-button thumb panel with a toggle switch.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source
SteelSeries lists a 100–18,000 CPI range with zero hardware acceleration, IP54 dust- and water-resistant main switches rated for 80 million clicks, and a 2 m mesh cable.
Manufacturer source

What to check

It is wired only and right-handed only, and SteelSeries lists it at 85 g.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source
SteelSeries does not state onboard memory or profile storage on this page, and the report rate is 1000 Hz.
Manufacturer source

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Full specifications

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Source-backed specifications for Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED and SteelSeries Rival 5
Specification	Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED	SteelSeries Rival 5

WeightDifferent Sources Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED Manufacturer specification · Before the optional 16 g of weights. Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer-listed weight; SteelSeries does not state whether the cable is included. SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries US store page and specifications	114 g	85 g
DimensionsDifferent Sources Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED Manufacturer specification · Mouse body, length × width × height; cable excluded. Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 Manufacturer specification · Length plus SteelSeries's widest (front, 62.9 mm) width and rear height; it lists 62.8 mm at the centre, 58.2 mm at the back and 26.7 mm front height. SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries US store page and specifications	131.2 × 75.2 × 40 mm (length × width × height)	128.8 × 62.9 × 42.1 mm (length × width × height)
Body lengthDifferent Sources Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED Manufacturer specification · Mouse body, length × width × height; cable excluded. Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 Manufacturer specification SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications	131.2 mm	128.8 mm
Body widthDifferent Sources Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED Manufacturer specification · Overall width, not grip width. Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 Manufacturer specification · Widest listed (front) figure. SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications	75.2 mm	62.9 mm
Hand orientationDifferent Sources Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED Manufacturer specification · Control layout from the manufacturer's product views. Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — controls, shape and weights SteelSeries Rival 5 Manufacturer specification · SteelSeries's stated shape, suggested for claw, palm or fingertip grip; side-panel position from the official product views. Not a comfort test. SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries US store page and specifications	Right-hand control layout; left-side thumbrest and thumb controls	Right-handed ergonomic shape; five-button side panel on the left
Optional additional weight Sources Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED Manufacturer specification · Optional extra weight, added to the listed mouse weight. Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 No source recorded.	16 g	Not provided
Weight adjustment Sources Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED Manufacturer specification · Six weights: four 2 g and two 4 g. Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — controls, shape and weights SteelSeries Rival 5 No source recorded.	Four 2 g weights and two 4 g weights; up to 16 g added	Not provided
Glide feet Sources Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED Manufacturer specification · Logitech rates the feet for 250 km. Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 No source recorded.	PTFE	Not provided

Sensor model / typeDifferent Sources Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED Manufacturer specification Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 Manufacturer specification · SteelSeries says the sensor was designed with PixArt and includes tilt tracking. SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries US store page and specifications	HERO 25K	SteelSeries TrueMove Air optical
Minimum sensitivity Sources Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED Manufacturer specification · Tracking range 100–25,600 DPI. Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 Manufacturer specification · Lowest CPI setting listed by SteelSeries. SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications	100 DPI	100 DPI
Maximum tracking resolutionDifferent Sources Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED Manufacturer specification · Tracking range 100–25,600 DPI. Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 Manufacturer specification · SteelSeries states CPI; adjustable in 100 CPI increments. SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications	25600 DPI	18000 DPI
Maximum report rate Sources Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED Manufacturer specification · 1 ms, wireless or wired. Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 Manufacturer specification · 1000 Hz (1 ms) over the wired connection. SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications	1000 Hz	1000 Hz
Published tracking speedDifferent Sources Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED Manufacturer specification · Tested by Logitech on a G240 mouse pad. Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 Manufacturer specification · Rated on SteelSeries QcK surfaces. SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications	Greater than 400 IPS	400 IPS
Published acceleration thresholdDifferent Sources Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED Manufacturer specification · Tested by Logitech on a G240 mouse pad. Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 Manufacturer specification · SteelSeries also states zero hardware acceleration. SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications	Greater than 40 G	40 G
Published sensor processing Sources Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED Manufacturer specification Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 No source recorded.	Zero smoothing, acceleration and filtering	Not provided

Listed controlsDifferent Sources Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED Manufacturer specification · Programmable in G HUB. Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — controls, shape and weights SteelSeries Rival 5 Manufacturer specification · SteelSeries lists 9 buttons and says every button is programmable, including a five-button side panel with a toggle switch. SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries US store page and specifications	11	9
Main switch technology Sources Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED Exact primary-switch actuation type is not established by the retained specification. Button tensioning is recorded separately; no optical/mechanical difference is inferred. · Manufacturer specification · The manufacturer describes primary-button tensioning, which does not establish the electrical switch actuation type. Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 Manufacturer specification · SteelSeries describes the switches as dust and water resistant. SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications	Not listed by the manufacturer	SteelSeries Golden Micro IP54 mechanical switches
Scroll controls Sources Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED Manufacturer specification · Wheel-mode toggle below the wheel; tilt left/right are programmable scroll inputs. Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — setup guide (button map, profiles) SteelSeries Rival 5 No source recorded.	Free-spin or ratcheted scrolling; left/right wheel tilt	Not provided
Primary-button tensioning Sources Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED Manufacturer describes metal-spring button pre-tension. This is separate from electrical switch actuation and does not establish measured click latency or a different switch type. · Manufacturer specification Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 No source recorded.	Metal-spring primary-button tensioning system	Not provided
Claimed main-switch durability Sources Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED No source recorded. SteelSeries Rival 5 Manufacturer specification SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications	Not provided	80 million clicks

ConnectionsDifferent Sources Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED Manufacturer specification Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 Manufacturer specification · Original exact manufacturer description: Wired USB (Super Mesh cable). Wired only; SteelSeries lists no wireless mode or battery. UK/US source explicitly says Wired; USB port is required and the separate cable entry is Super Mesh2m/6.67ft. No connector shape, cable-part equivalence or wireless capability is inferred. SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries US store page and specifications	LIGHTSPEED wireless USB receiver; USB data and charging cable	Wired
Battery life and conditions Sources Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED Manufacturer specification · Logitech's constant-motion estimate; runtime varies with settings and use. Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 No source recorded.	Up to 48 hours with default lighting; up to 60 hours with lighting off	Not provided
Wireless charging support Sources Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED Manufacturer specification · Needs a POWERPLAY charging system, sold separately. Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 No source recorded.	Logitech POWERPLAY	Not provided
Manufacturer quick-charge claim Sources Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED Manufacturer specification · Charging from a USB 2.0 or later port. Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 No source recorded.	Five minutes of charging for up to 2.5 hours of use	Not provided
Battery type Sources Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED Manufacturer specification Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 No source recorded.	Rechargeable lithium-polymer	Not provided
Cable length Sources Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED Logitech does not list this for the model. · Manufacturer specification · Logitech does not list the cable length. Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 Manufacturer specification · Super Mesh (microfibre mesh) cable. SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications	Not provided	2 m
POWERPLAY 2 compatibility Sources Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED Manufacturer specification · On Logitech's POWERPLAY 2 compatible-mice list; the charging system is sold separately. Logitech POWERPLAY 2 — exact compatible mouse list SteelSeries Rival 5 No source recorded.	Yes	Not provided

Lighting Sources Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED Manufacturer specification · Published lighting implementation: Two LIGHTSYNC RGB zones. Source-specific tooling, location, modes and effects remain qualified; more detailed wording does not establish another RGB product lacks that implementation. Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 Manufacturer specification · Published lighting implementation: 10-zone RGB (PrismSync). Source-specific tooling, location, modes and effects remain qualified; more detailed wording does not establish another RGB product lacks that implementation. SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries US store page and specifications	RGB	RGB
Onboard profile capacity Sources Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED Manufacturer specification · One profile by default; up to five can be added with Logitech G HUB. Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — setup guide (button map, profiles) SteelSeries Rival 5 No source recorded.	5 profiles	Not provided
Onboard memory Sources Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED Manufacturer specification · Stores settings on the mouse. Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 No source recorded.	Yes	Not provided
Customisation softwareDifferent Sources Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED Manufacturer specification · G HUB is an optional download (internet required); advanced assignments and lighting need it. Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 Manufacturer specification · The specification table names SteelSeries Engine 3.18.4+; the feature text names SteelSeries GG. SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications	Logitech G HUB	SteelSeries GG (Engine 3.18.4 or later; Windows 7+, macOS 10.12+)
RGB lighting zonesDifferent Sources Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED Manufacturer specification · The exact product source explicitly states 2 configurable RGB zones. Published lighting implementation: Two LIGHTSYNC RGB zones. Source-specific tooling, location, modes and effects remain qualified; more detailed wording does not establish another RGB product lacks that implementation. Status indicators are not counted as additional configurable zones. Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 Manufacturer specification · The exact product source explicitly states 10 configurable RGB zones. Published lighting implementation: 10-zone RGB (PrismSync). Source-specific tooling, location, modes and effects remain qualified; more detailed wording does not establish another RGB product lacks that implementation. Status indicators are not counted as additional configurable zones. SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries US store page and specifications	2	10

Listed packageDifferent Sources Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED Manufacturer specification · POWERPLAY hardware is not included; check the seller's listing. Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer box contents; check the seller's listing. SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications	Mouse; LIGHTSPEED receiver; receiver extension adapter; charging/data cable; accessory box; four 2 g weights; two 4 g weights; documentation	Rival 5 Gaming Mouse; Product Information Guide
Manufacturer host requirementsDifferent Sources Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED Manufacturer specification · G HUB has its own current system requirements. Logitech G502 LIGHTSPEED — manufacturer specifications SteelSeries Rival 5 Manufacturer specification SteelSeries Rival 5 (62551) — SteelSeries UK store page and specifications	USB port; Windows 8 or later; macOS 10.11 or later	Windows, Mac, Xbox and Linux; USB port required

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