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To change a Logitech mouse’s polling rate, open its settings in Logitech G HUB or Logitech Gaming Software (LGS) and adjust Report Rate—Logitech’s name for polling rate. In G HUB, go to Performance → Performance → REPORT RATE and select one of the levels shown for your mouse. Not every Logitech mouse offers this control, and the available rates vary by model and mode.
What polling rate means
Polling rate, which Logitech calls report rate, is how often the mouse sends position updates to the computer. Logitech explains that “The Report Rate controls how often your mouse updates its position to the computer.” A rate of 500 Hz means up to 500 reports per second; it is separate from DPI or pointer sensitivity, which controls how far the cursor moves for a given mouse movement.
Change the rate in Logitech G HUB
- Identify your mouse model and connect it to the computer. Open Logitech G HUB and select the mouse.
- Open the mouse’s Performance tab.
- Click the Performance icon, then find REPORT RATE.
- Click the rate you want from the choices displayed for that device.
Logitech’s [G HUB report-rate instructions] do not specify one universal set of levels. Use the choices visible in your mouse’s settings; the model may not offer an adjustable rate.
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Change the rate in Logitech Gaming Software
Some older Logitech gaming mice use Logitech Gaming Software (LGS). Open the mouse’s pointer settings and change Report Rate. The exact menu and choices depend on the model and configuration.
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- Open LGS and select the mouse.
- Open its pointer settings and locate Report Rate.
- Select an available value. If the mouse offers both Automatic Game Detection and On-Board Memory modes, configure the mode you use.
For the G PRO, Logitech documents rate settings in both Automatic Game Detection and On-Board Memory modes; in On-Board Memory mode, customizations are written directly to the mouse. See Logitech’s [G PRO report-rate instructions].
Available rates depend on the mouse and mode
These Logitech documentation examples show why you should check the settings for your particular device. They are not a complete compatibility list or a universal range for all Logitech mice.
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| Mouse or setup | Documented report-rate options | Mode or note |
|---|---|---|
| G502 | 125–1000 reports per second | Logitech recommends 500 reports per second for most PCs in its G502 documentation. Source: Logitech G502 support. |
| G PRO | 125–1000 reports per second | Documented for Automatic Game Detection and On-Board Memory; customizations in On-Board Memory mode are written to the mouse. Source: Logitech G PRO support. |
| G602 | 125–500 reports per second | Logitech documents this range for the mouse’s On-Board Memory settings. Source: Logitech G602 support. |
| G305/G304 | Performance mode: 125, 250, 500, or 1000 Hz; Endurance mode: 125 Hz | The rate depends on the selected power mode. Source: Logitech G305/G304 support. |
| Other G HUB-supported mouse | Use the levels displayed for that device | Logitech’s general G HUB instructions do not publish a universal range. Source: Logitech G HUB instructions. |
Choose a rate that works for your setup
A higher report rate sends updates more frequently, but it is not automatically the best setting for every PC or game. Logitech notes that some users may experience FPS drops above 1 kHz and recommends trying a lower rate if that happens. Change one setting at a time and compare the same game or workload; if performance worsens, select a lower available rate. Logitech’s recommendation of 500 reports per second for most PCs applies to the G502 guidance, not as a guarantee for every mouse or computer.
Why a polling-rate test may not match the setting
A browser-based polling-rate test is not definitive. Logitech says browser tools may not process high rates correctly, and measurements can fluctuate, particularly when a mouse varies its rate dynamically. If validating the maximum rate is imperative, Logitech names the standalone MouseTester tool, but its mention does not establish an independent accuracy guarantee. For everyday use, judge the setting by how the mouse and games behave rather than relying on one browser reading.
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