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Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED vs Logitech G309 LIGHTSPEED

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Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

  • 99 g.
  • Battery: 1 × AA.
  • Up to 250 hours per charge.
  • 12,000 DPI sensor.
  • Tracking speed: 400 IPS.
KSh 8,400In Stock
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Logitech G309 LIGHTSPEED

Logitech G309 LIGHTSPEED

  • Bluetooth connection.
  • Battery: 1 × AA; POWERPLAY system supported separately.
  • 25,600 DPI sensor.
  • Weighs 86 g.
  • Tracking speed: >400 IPS.
KSh 11,100In Stock
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Our quick verdict

Choose the Logitech G309 LIGHTSPEED if you want a 25,600 DPI sensor and a lighter build (86 g). Choose the Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED if you prefer HERO and mechanical button tensioning.

Battery capacity

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED
1 × AA
Logitech G309 LIGHTSPEED
1 × AA; POWERPLAY system supported separately

Weight

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED
99 g
Logitech G309 LIGHTSPEED
86 g

Connections

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED
LIGHTSPEED
Logitech G309 LIGHTSPEED
LIGHTSPEED wireless USB receiver

Controls

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED
6 buttons
Logitech G309 LIGHTSPEED
Hybrid optical-mechanical switches

Performance

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED
12,000 DPI sensor
Logitech G309 LIGHTSPEED
25,600 DPI sensor

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED

  • HERO sensor.
  • Button / switch type: Mechanical button tensioning.

Logitech G309 LIGHTSPEED

  • Higher sensor resolution: 25,600 DPI (vs 12,000).
  • Lighter: 86 g (vs 99 g).
  • HERO 25K sensor.
  • Button / switch type: Hybrid optical-mechanical switches.

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PriorityLogitech G305 LIGHTSPEEDLogitech G309 LIGHTSPEED
Weight99 g86 g
ConnectionsLIGHTSPEEDLIGHTSPEED wireless USB receiver or Bluetooth
Controls6 buttonsHybrid optical-mechanical switches
Battery lifeUp to 250 hours per charge300+ hours with LIGHTSPEED
Performance12,000 DPI sensor25,600 DPI sensor
Battery capacityBattery: 1 × AABattery: 1 × AA; POWERPLAY system supported separately

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech G305 LIGHTSPEEDLogitech G309 LIGHTSPEED
BrandLogitechLogitech
ModelG305 LIGHTSPEED — Black: 910-005283; Blue: 910-006014; White: 910-005292G309 LIGHTSPEED (910-007200)
TypeGaming mouseGaming mouse
ColorBlack; Blue; White; Green; PurpleBlack

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech G305 LIGHTSPEEDLogitech G309 LIGHTSPEED
Dimensions38.2 × 62.1 × 116.6 mm39 mm × 64 mm × 120 mm
Weight99 g86 g with AA battery; 68 g with POWERPLAY

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech G305 LIGHTSPEEDLogitech G309 LIGHTSPEED
Connection TypeLIGHTSPEED wireless USB receiverLIGHTSPEED wireless USB receiver or Bluetooth
Wireless TechnologyLIGHTSPEED—
BluetoothNo—
Wireless ReceiverLIGHTSPEED USB receiver included—

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech G305 LIGHTSPEEDLogitech G309 LIGHTSPEED
Customization SoftwareLogitech G HUBLogitech G HUB
Onboard MemoryOne profileUp to 5
Special FeaturesReceiver storage; mechanical button tensioning; six programmable buttons—

Sensor & Tracking

Sensor & Tracking specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech G305 LIGHTSPEEDLogitech G309 LIGHTSPEED
Sensor TechnologyHEROHERO 25K
DPI200–12,000 DPI100 – 25,600 DPI
Tracking Speed400 IPS>400 IPS
Acceleration40 G>40 G
Polling Rate1,000 Hz (1 ms)—

Buttons & Scrolling

Buttons & Scrolling specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech G305 LIGHTSPEEDLogitech G309 LIGHTSPEED
Number of Buttons6—
Programmable Buttons6—
Button / Switch TypeMechanical button tensioningHybrid optical-mechanical switches

Battery & Power

Battery & Power specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech G305 LIGHTSPEEDLogitech G309 LIGHTSPEED
Battery Type1 × AA1 × AA; POWERPLAY system supported separately
Battery LifeUp to 250 hours300+ hours with LIGHTSPEED; 600+ hours with Bluetooth
Wireless Charging—POWERPLAY compatible; system sold separately

System Requirements

System Requirements specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech G305 LIGHTSPEEDLogitech G309 LIGHTSPEED
WindowsWindows 7 or laterWindows® 10 or later; Windows 10 or later
macOSmacOS 10.13 or latermacOS 11 or later; macOS 13 or later
Other Operating SystemsChromeOS—
Required Port / ConnectionUSB port—

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech G305 LIGHTSPEEDLogitech G309 LIGHTSPEED
In the BoxG305 LIGHTSPEED gaming mouse; LIGHTSPEED USB receiver; one AA battery; user documentationG309 LIGHTSPEED Gaming Mouse; LIGHTSPEED USB Receiver; USB Cable Extender; Grip Stickers; AA Battery; User Documentation

Similarities

  • Both connect with a USB receiver.
  • Both run on 1 AA batteries.
  • Same type: gaming mouse.
  • Same customization software: Logitech G HUB.
  • Both are made by Logitech.

In summary

Choose G309 LIGHTSPEED for a lighter build.

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