Hold on tight, because the Logitech G Pro X2 Superstrike is a real revolution in the field of gaming mice. It’s not about a faster sensor or a higher sampling rate: the new esports nager from Logitech relies on a pioneering technology – haptic-inductive triggers (called “HITS”) including rapid triggers. And in the Logitech G Pro X2 Superstrike test, this provides a feeling that is second to none.
Technical data of the Logitech G Pro X2 Superstrike
| The product | X2 Superstrike |
| Ergonomics | Ergonomic (for right-handers) |
| Sensor | HEROS 2 |
| Sensor type | Optical |
| DPI | 100 – 44.000 |
| IPS | 888 |
| Acceleration | 88G |
| Polling rate | 8,000 Hz |
| Hardware acceleration | None |
| Number of keys | 5 (5 programmable) |
| Switches |
Induction
|
| weight | 61 grams |
| Dimensions | 125 mm x 63.5 mm x 40 mm |
| Cable length / material | 2 meters / fabric sheathing |
| Connection | USB type A to USB type C |
| Connectivity | Wireless (2.4 GHz receiver); wired |
| Battery life | Up to 90 hours |
| Price | € 179.99 * |
Logitech G Pro X2 Superstrike review: design and workmanship
Okay. First the look. At first glance, the Logitech G Pro X2 Superstrike looks quite familiar, even though the new model has a harmonious design that combines black and white elements to create an appealing, modern and thoroughly office-suitable look.
Visually, the G Pro X2 Superstrike is based on the classic, minimalist design of the symmetrical Pro series. Simple, elegant and without playful details such as RGB lighting, open housing or similar. With a size of 125 mm x 63.5 mm x 40 mm, the new gaming mouse corresponds exactly to the dimensions of the popular G Pro X2 Superlight and weighs just one gram more (61g compared to 60g). The symmetrical design and arrangement of the two buttons on the left-hand side of the rodent is also identical.
However, the new Superstrike has two primary keys in a contrasting black color, which creates a harmonious contrast to the white housing. However, the branding of the Nager is very prominent: X2 on the left, Superstrike on the right and Pro X2 on the primary keys below the scroll wheel. This is not really discreet and might not appeal to everyone.
Speaking of the casing, it has a slightly roughened surface, which creates an extremely pleasant feel: the G Pro X2 Superstrike is really very comfortable to hold. Velvety soft.
The build quality is once again first class and is what you would expect from a Logitech flagship. No creaking, no wobbling, no play. The mouse feels extremely solid and of high quality. The included grip tape stickers are also a welcome addition for anyone who plays with a claw grip or simply prefers extra friction. I myself primarily use a palm grip and managed perfectly well without the stickers.
The pure PTFE gliding feet, which take up around two thirds of the underside, ensure butter-smooth gliding over all tested mouse pads. Clever solution: the USB-A dongle can be stowed under the circle. A charging puck for Logitech’s inductive PowerPlay charging solution is also included as an option.
It’s a bit of a shame that the Logitech G Pro X2 Superstrike completely lacks a physical DPI switch, which Logitech already did with the first Superlight. However, if this bothers you, you can assign this function to a G-Shift button in the G Hub software.
HITS: A genuine revolution – features & special features
Let’s be honest. How long has it been since a new technology entered the gaming mouse segment? Quite a while. But with the Logitech G Pro X2 Superstrike, this is finally the case again. And it packs quite a punch.
The absolute centerpiece and unique selling point of the Pro X2 Superstrike is the Haptic Inductive Trigger System, or HITS for short. Instead of classic mechanical or optomechanical microswitches, inductive sensors are used, which work in a similar way to magnetic Hall-effect switches in high-end keyboards.
However, HITS technology goes one step further. Not only can the trigger point be variably fine-tuned, but the entire click feedback is also generated artificially. In concrete terms, this means that an electromagnetic coil sensor measures how far the mouse button is pressed down with the utmost precision. There is no longer a mechanical switching mechanism. Instead, the click feeling is generated by a haptic motor.
Okay, that sounds very technical, but it works perfectly in practice. The operating pressure can be set on a ten-stage scale using the G Hub software. Level 1 provides a triggering sensation that is barely perceptible. Level 10, on the other hand, delivers a deep, powerful press.
Latency and rapid trigger function
At level 1, the pre-travel practically disappears completely, which enables the promised latency reduction of up to 30 milliseconds compared to conventional mice. The haptic feedback itself can be adjusted in six levels from completely deactivated (level 0) to powerfully intense (level 5).
Another particularly exciting feature is the rapid trigger function, which is already familiar from reverb effect keyboards such as the ASUS ROG Falchion Ace 75 HE (our test). Here you can define how far the key has to be moved back before a new click is registered. In practice, this means that you can press the left or right mouse button at breathtaking speed without releasing the button completely each time. This is a real advantage for fast-paced shooters such as Counter-Strike 2, Valorant or The Finals.
Top sensor in the Logitech G Pro X2 Superstrike
The rest of the Superstrike’s features are on a modern pro-gaming level and rank even higher than the Superlight 2. The built-in Hero 2 sensor has been upgraded and offers a DPI range of 100 to 44,000, a maximum tracking speed of 888 IPS and an acceleration of up to 88G.
The polling rate is 8,000 Hz wirelessly via Lightspeed (0.125 ms response time) and 1,000 Hz in wired mode. These are absolute top values, although many professional gamers stick to 1,000 to 4,000 Hz anyway to avoid compatibility problems and conserve battery power.
The G ProX2 Superstrike uses a total of five buttons for input: two main buttons, two side buttons and a scroll wheel button. A hypershift function for key duplication is available if you need more options. Macros can of course also be recorded, but are only played back if the G Hub software is installed and running.
90 hours of battery life in the G Pro X2 Superstrike
Logitech claims a battery life of up to 90 hours. However, this is under best-case conditions with haptic feedback deactivated. In reality, of course, things look a little different, because who would want to switch off the revolutionary HITS technology completely? The actual runtime depends heavily on the settings selected.
The higher the level of haptic feedback, the more energy the haptic motors consume. The factory setting is level 3, which is a good compromise between tangible feedback and energy efficiency. If you turn it up to level 5, you can expect a noticeably shorter runtime. The software issues a warning when setting this level. The click rate also plays a role: anyone who spams aggressively in competitive shooters with Rapid Trigger activated at the lowest actuation pressure level consumes more power than someone who scrolls comfortably through documents.
Most of the time, I used the Logitech G Pro X2 Superstrike with moderate settings. This means: 1,000 Hz polling rate, actuation pressure level 5, click haptics on level 3. The mouse lasted around 80 hours of intensive gaming use without any problems. We are therefore very close to the manufacturer’s specification.
In practical terms, this means that charging once a week is completely sufficient for normal gamers. And if you like, you can theoretically create a separate profile for each game and switch between complete settings at the touch of a button.
A practical detail: In the G Hub software, you can hover over the battery symbol and get a dynamic estimate of the remaining runtime, which adapts to changed settings in real time. So you always know whether there is still time for another Ranked game or whether it is better to plug in the charging cable. The mouse is of course compatible with Logitech’s Powerplay induction charging mat, so that wireless charging while playing is theoretically also possible.
App connection: Logitech G Hub
The Logitech G Hub software (as with all Logitech gaming products) is the central control element for the Pro X2 Superstrike. My experience with G Hub has been mixed over the years, but with this mouse, the software finally has a clear purpose: you can’t configure the revolutionary HITS features without it. And that would be a huge waste of this mouse’s potential.
After the initial installation, G Hub guides you through an interactive introduction to the HITS features, which explains very well what the individual settings do. The user interface is clearly divided into several sections: “Sensitivity” contains the classic DPI settings (five levels, preconfigured at the factory from 800 to 3,200 DPI), response rate and calibration tools. The “Assignments” section allows you to customize all buttons and create macros.
The heart of the program is, of course, the HITS area. Here I can set the actuation pressure (ten levels), the rapid trigger (five levels) and the click haptics (six levels) separately for each of the two main buttons. Particularly helpful: there is a live visualization that shows in real time how far I press the button. This may sound like a small detail, but it is extremely useful for developing a feel for your own click strength and optimally adjusting the settings.
The BHOP mode is an interesting feature. Especially for Counter-Strike players, with which the sensitivity of the scroll wheel can be adjusted. There is also a delay function from 100 to 1,000 milliseconds for buttons to prevent accidental presses.
Important for practical use: All settings can be stored in up to five profiles on the mouse’s internal memory. This means that once configured, the mouse can also be used with its individual settings on computers without G Hub software installed. However, recorded macros only work with an active G Hub installation. Unfortunately, this means that Linux users are left out, as the software is only available for Windows and macOS.
G Hub is and remains not the most elegant or beautiful companion app, but it reliably fulfills its purpose. It is indispensable for the Superstrike, and the extensive customization options justify the occasional quirks of the interface. Once you’ve found your settings, you don’t have to constantly configure the software anyway.
Logitech G Pro X2 Superstrike practical test: Really revolutionary?
Okay, it all sounds really innovative and exciting. But is the Logitech G Pro X2 Superstrike really as revolutionary as the manufacturer would have us believe? After intensive use in various games and application scenarios, I can say that the Logitech Pro X2 Superstrike delivers what it promises – to an extent that really surprised me.
Admittedly, the first click felt strange. Absolutely unfamiliar and simply… different. Not bad, just new. The haptic feedback is somewhat reminiscent of the trackpad on Apple’s MacBook models or the DualSense controller on the PlayStation 5, which is a novelty for a gaming mouse. It is duller, less harsh… but incredibly satisfying after a short time. AND: Extremely quiet. You can hardly hear the triggers, which I find very pleasant.
In Apex Legens and Valorant, currently my favorite shooters, the reduced latency was immediately noticeable. With the trigger on level 1 or 2 and the rapid trigger activated, taps felt incredibly direct and precise. Pre-travel is practically eliminated, which means that it feels like no time passes between my intention to shoot and the actual shot.
It’s interesting how different the mouse feels with different settings. For competitive shooters, I use actuation pressure level 1-2 with haptics level 3 and Rapid Trigger activated at level 4-5, which results in an ultra-sensitive setup. For everyday work such as emails, word processing or browsing, I switch to actuation pressure level 5-6 and deactivate Rapid Trigger completely. This way I avoid accidental double-clicks and the mouse feels more conventional. But still somehow new and different.
The noise level is also remarkably low. On haptic level 3, the mouse is significantly quieter than any mechanical mouse I have ever used. A real plus for anyone who plays or streams in shared rooms. Of course, it gets a little louder at higher haptics levels, but even level 5 is still much more discreet than a conventional microswitch.
Durability and sensor performance
One point that will only become apparent in long-term testing is durability. Logitech does not provide any specific information on the service life of the HITS buttons. Theoretically, inductive sensors should be less susceptible to wear than mechanical switches, but the haptic motors are additional moving parts that could fail. In any case, after my intensive but fairly short test of the Logitech G Pro X2 Superstrike, my mouse shows no signs of fatigue. How this will look after six months or a year remains to be seen, of course.
The tracking of the improved and faster Hero 2 sensor is, as expected, flawless. Whether on fabric or hard plastic mouse pads: the Superstrike glides precisely and without any dropouts. The PTFE glide feet are excellent and impress with their impeccable gliding properties. With a polling rate of 8,000 Hz, the cursor movement feels silky smooth and absolutely latency-free.
After using it, I can say that the HITS technology works brilliantly and offers real, tangible benefits. Not just for professional gamers, but for anyone who plays competitively or simply values a precise, responsive gaming experience.
Is it as revolutionary as promised? In my eyes, yes. It is a quantum leap in the field of gaming mice. It’s a bit like switching from a mechanical keyboard to a Hall Effect keyboard. Essentially still the same, but with a noticeably different (and better) feel.
Logitech G Pro X2 Superstrike Review: Conclusion
The Logitech G Pro X2 Superstrike marks a real revolution in the gaming mouse market. With the HITS technology, Logitech not only eliminates mechanical weaknesses such as double-click problems, but also offers for the first time the possibility to individually adjust the trigger point and the haptic feedback of the main buttons.
The price of 179.99 euros is undoubtedly ambitious. But in contrast to many other high-end mice in recent years, you actually get something new here. Not just a new edition with a different logo or a minimally customized sensor. The HITS technology works excellently, the customization options are extensive and the build quality meets premium standards. Of course, the mouse is primarily aimed at competitive players in shooters and MOBAs who are looking for every advantage and are prepared to pay for it.
The long-term durability remains an open question. Logitech is silent on specific click rate figures and only time will tell how the haptic motors will perform after one or two years of intensive use. Apart from that, however, purely objective points of criticism are extremely rare: the G Hub software is certainly not to everyone’s taste and the aggressive branding on the rodent itself is certainly a matter of taste. However, neither of these tarnishes the practical impression in my eyes.
For me, the Logitech G Pro X2 Superstrike is the most exciting gaming mouse in years. It impressively proves that real innovation is possible when manufacturers are prepared to take risks. The price is high, but justified. If you play competitively and can afford the investment, you get a tool that really makes a difference.
- Genuine innovation
- Convincing HITS technology
- Strong sensor performance
- Ergonomic design
- Top workmanship
- Extremely quiet
- Strong battery life
- Expensive
- G Hub is a matter of taste
- Aggressive branding
Logitech G Pro X2 Superstrike
Workmanship
Features
Ergonomics
Software
Value For Money
96/100
The Logitech G Pro X2 Superstrike is at the forefront of the best gaming mice thanks to its innovative technology, excellent hardware and clever features.
