Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED review

The G305 LIGHTSPEED is the budget pick because it gets you Logitech's LIGHTSPEED wireless for $59.99 on the Logitech G US store. Its HERO sensor tracks from 200 to 12,000 DPI with zero smoothing, filtering or acceleration, and Logitech lists accuracy at velocities over 400 IPS across the full DPI range. That ceiling is well below the flagships on this list, but most players use far less than 12,000 DPI. The bigger practical difference is power: the G305 runs on one AA battery, and Logitech rates run-to-die battery life at 250 hours. You swap a battery instead of plugging in a cable, which some players prefer and others find a hassle. Logitech's page does not list the weight, so check it if you are moving from a sub-60g mouse. Free shipping and free 30 day returns apply on Logitech's US store. Buyers who want a wired mouse with more buttons for a similar budget should look at the Logitech G502 X.

Who it is for

first-time buyers who want wireless for about $60

Price

$59.99.

G305 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Mouse 1k $59.99
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 13, 2026.

Key features

• HERO sensor from 200 to 12,000 DPI with zero smoothing, filtering or acceleration
• Run-to-die battery life of 250 hours on one AA battery, per Logitech G
• LIGHTSPEED wireless
• HERO accuracy at velocities over 400 IPS across the full DPI range
• Free shipping and free returns within 30 days on the Logitech G US store

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: Cheapest verified price on this list at $59.99
• Strength: 250 hours on one AA battery, so no charging cable needed
• Strength: Same LIGHTSPEED wireless family as Logitech's pro mice
• Weakness: 12,000 DPI ceiling is far below the 26,000 to 44,000 DPI flagships here
• Weakness: Uses AA batteries rather than a built-in rechargeable battery
• Weakness: Logitech's product page does not list the weight

Key facts

• Price: $59.99
• Sensor: HERO, 200 to 12,000 DPI
• Battery: 250 hours on one AA
• Wireless: LIGHTSPEED
• Tracking speed: Over 400 IPS

Where it ranks

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED is No. 7 in our Best Gaming Mice verdict.