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Logitech M90 vs Logitech M196

Compare sensor, connection, battery and comfort.

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Logitech M90 Wired Mouse

Logitech M90 Wired Mouse

  • 90 g.
  • Ambidextrous shape for your grip.
  • wired connection.
  • 1.8 m cable for extra reach.
  • Battery: USB powered.
KSh 1,800In Stock
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Logitech M196 Bluetooth Mouse

Logitech M196 Bluetooth Mouse

  • 76 g.
  • Ambidextrous shape for your grip.
  • Bluetooth connection.
  • Battery: 1 × AA battery.
  • 1,000 DPI sensor.
KSh 3,050In Stock

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Our quick verdict

Choose the Logitech M196 Bluetooth Mouse if you want Bluetooth Low Energy and a lighter build (76 g). Choose the Logitech M90 Wired Mouse if you prefer Optical tracking and USB powered.

Weight

Logitech M90 Wired Mouse
90 g
Logitech M196 Bluetooth Mouse
76 g

Connections

Logitech M90 Wired Mouse
Wired connection
Logitech M196 Bluetooth Mouse
Bluetooth connection

Battery capacity

Logitech M90 Wired Mouse
USB powered
Logitech M196 Bluetooth Mouse
1 × AA battery

Type

Logitech M90 Wired Mouse
Productivity mouse
Logitech M196 Bluetooth Mouse
Wireless mouse

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Logitech M90 Wired Mouse

  • Optical tracking sensor.
  • Power: USB powered.

Logitech M196 Bluetooth Mouse

  • Bluetooth Low Energy.
  • Lighter: 76 g (vs 90 g).
  • Smooth optical tracking sensor.
  • Power: 1 × AA battery.
  • Also in the box: AA battery.

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How each product answers the selected priorities
PriorityLogitech M90 Wired MouseLogitech M196 Bluetooth Mouse
Weight90 g76 g
ConnectionsWired USBBluetooth Low Energy
Battery lifeNo batteryUp to 12 months of battery life
Performance1,000 DPI sensor1,000 DPI sensor
Battery capacityBattery: USB poweredBattery: 1 × AA battery
TypeProductivity mouseWireless mouse

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech M90 Wired MouseLogitech M196 Bluetooth Mouse
BrandLogitechLogitech
ModelM90 (910-001793)M196 — Off-White: 910-007460; Rose: 910-007461; Graphite: 910-007459
TypeProductivity mouseWireless mouse
ColorGreyOff-White; Rose; Graphite

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech M90 Wired MouseLogitech M196 Bluetooth Mouse
Dimensions113 × 62 × 38 mm100 mm × 60 mm × 38 mm
Weight90 g76 g
Hand OrientationAmbidextrousAmbidextrous

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech M90 Wired MouseLogitech M196 Bluetooth Mouse
Connection TypeWired USBBluetooth Low Energy
BluetoothNoBluetooth Low Energy
Wireless ReceiverWired mouseNo USB receiver required or included
Wireless RangeWired mouseUp to 10 m
Cable / ConnectorUSB-A—
Cable Length1.8 m—

Sensor & Tracking

Sensor & Tracking specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech M90 Wired MouseLogitech M196 Bluetooth Mouse
Sensor TechnologyOptical trackingSmooth optical tracking
DPI1,000 DPI1,000 DPI

Buttons & Scrolling

Buttons & Scrolling specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech M90 Wired MouseLogitech M196 Bluetooth Mouse
Number of Buttons33
Scroll WheelLine-by-line optical scrollingMechanical line-by-line scrolling

Battery & Power

Battery & Power specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech M90 Wired MouseLogitech M196 Bluetooth Mouse
Battery TypeUSB powered1 × AA battery
Battery LifeNo batteryUp to 12 months

System Requirements

System Requirements specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech M90 Wired MouseLogitech M196 Bluetooth Mouse
WindowsSupported—
macOSSupported—
Other Operating Systemslinux: Supported—
Required Port / Connection—Bluetooth Low Energy support

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech M90 Wired MouseLogitech M196 Bluetooth Mouse
In the BoxMouse; user documentationMouse; 1 AA battery (pre-installed); User documentation

Similarities

  • Both use 1,000 DPI sensors.
  • Same hand orientation: ambidextrous.
  • Same number of buttons: 3.
  • Both are made by Logitech.

In summary

Choose M196 Bluetooth for a Bluetooth connection and a lighter build.

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