Between the G502 X PLUS and MX Master 4, the G502 X PLUS comes out ahead in polling rate and max dpi, while the MX Master 4 wins on battery. Overall, the G502 X PLUS scores 58.4 and the MX Master 4 scores 35 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
The G502 X PLUS is the clear pick on raw spec strength, leading by 23.4 points on the Mars Score. The margin is wide enough that the underdog only makes sense if its individual strengths line up with what you specifically need.
Pick the G502 X PLUS if you carry the device everywhere and weight or thickness has been the deciding factor before. The biggest gaps in its favor are polling rate, max dpi, weight, among others.
Pick the MX Master 4 if you care most about battery. Its strongest claims are battery.
Both ship with comparable wireless, so those specs don't separate the two — focus on the differences below.
Bottom line: the G502 X PLUS is the safer default. The other model is the right choice only when its specific advantages line up with your priorities.
Why Logitech - G502 X PLUS wins
- ▲Polling rate — 700.00% more. 1000 Hz vs 125 Hz.
- ▲Max DPI — 220.00% more. 25600 vs 8000.
- ▲Weight — 44.00 g less. 106 vs 150.
- ▲Buttons — 6.00 more. 13 vs 7.
Why Logitech - MX Master 4 wins
- ▲Battery — 1300.00% more. 1680 h vs 120 h.
Spec comparison
Sensor
| Spec | Logitech - G502 X PLUS | Logitech - MX Master 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Max DPI | 25600lead | 8000 |
| Max IPS | 400lead | 0 |
| Polling rate | 1000 Hzlead | 125 Hz |
Design
| Spec | Logitech - G502 X PLUS | Logitech - MX Master 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 106 glead | 150 g |
| Buttons | 13lead | 7 |
| Shape | Right-handed | Right-handed |
Connectivity
| Spec | Logitech - G502 X PLUS | Logitech - MX Master 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Wireless | true | true |
| Battery | 120 h | 1680 hlead |
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