Gaming mice may be a dime a dozen, but they aren't all created equal. The Logitech G402 Hyperion Fury ($59.99) plants itself in the better half of the bunch, with a feature set that enhances gameplay without overwhelming you with buttons, and a price that doesn't send your credit card whimpering back into your wallet. Our Editors' Choice Corsair Vengeance M65( at Amazon) may outshine it in terms of quality and performance, but the Logitech G402 is still as solid a gaming mouse as anyone could ask for.
Design and Features
Measuring 1.61 by 2.83 by 5.35 inches (HWD), the G402($30.99 at Amazon) isn't any bigger than the CM Storm Recon( at Amazon), but unlike that ambidextrous model, the G402 is right-handed only. It weighs 5 ounces, which is fairly normal, but there's no adjusting the weight to your liking the way you can with the Corsair M65. The black plastic body of the mouse has a matte finish, with a zig-zagging glossy stripe adding a bit of visual flare. The design is at once simpler and more sophisticated-looking than its predecessor, the Logitech G400s($89.99 at Amazon).
In addition to the usual right and left buttons and clickable scroll wheel, the mouse also boasts a sniper button (for one-touch DPI switching), DPI up and down buttons (which cycle between four DPI presets), and two programmable thumb buttons. Any of the other buttons can also be remapped using Logitech's Gaming Software. Using that software, you can also program the various buttons with complex macro commands.
The mouse connects via USB 2.0, with a 7-foot cable. On the underside, there are four low-friction plastic feet that let the mouse glide easily across most surfaces, and a 4,000DPI optical sensor. High-performance mice will often offer a higher DPI sensor—both the Corsair Vengeance M65 and the Razer Ouroboros( at Amazon) offer 8,200DPI sensors—but it should be enough for most gamers. With DPI adjustment (fine-tuned in the software and selected with the front-mounted DPI switching buttons), you can cycle anywhere between 250DPI and 4,000DPI. Inside the mouse is a 32-bit ARM processor, offering fast tracking speeds while also managing all of your customizations and macro commands.
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The G402 offers support for Windows (Windows 8/7/Vista/XP), and with the optional downloadable software, you can also program new button functions and record complex macro commands. Logitech covers the G402 with a two-year limited warranty.
Performance
For testing, I used the G402 in both my day-to-day tasks and in gaming. Whether I am cropping photos, shooting thugs in WatchDogs, or swooping down on villains in Batman: Arkham Origins, the mouse performs well. Tracking is smooth and error free.
The mouse fits comfortably in my average-size hand, and the thumb buttons are all easily accessible. DPI switching in-game is simple and fast, a necessity when you need to be quick about getting in and out of sniping mode. All in all, the button placement is as good as the Corsair M65.
Conclusion
The Logitech G402 Hyperion Fury is a solid gaming mouse, with just the right number of extra controls for most gamers. The design, button placement, and customizability make for a solid experience, whether gaming or just taking care of business. While the Editors' Choice Corsair Vengeance M65 keeps its top spot, thanks to a higher DPI sensor and more luxurious metal construction, the Logitech G402 Hyperion Fury is an excellent gaming mouse in its own right.
The Logitech G402 Hyperion Fury combines a simple design, approachable feature set, and solid performance for a great gaming mouse.
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