How LIGHTSPEED tech makes the G305 an unbeatable gaming mouse

Wireless technology can completely transform your gaming experience with the promise of true freedom of motion, portability, and not being tethered to an unsightly tangle of cords. Historically, however, it's always been far from ideal for gaming. 

Because for all its benefits, wireless has traditionally never performed as well as old-fashioned wired hardware in the gaming arena. No serious gamer would be seen playing with a wireless mouse. At least they wouldn't until Logitech G introduced game-changing new LIGHTSPEED technology in its premium gaming mice, delivering performance faster than even some wired mice without any of the traditional wireless drawbacks. 

LIGHTSPEED-enabled mice have swiftly become the go-to gear for pro esports athletes to compete on the world stage. In fact, Logitech LIGHTSPEED wireless technology is the first and only wireless solution to be used successfully in winning tournaments. Now LIGHTSPEED performance is available to everyone with the launch of Logitech G's new G305 LIGHTSPEED wireless gaming mouse.

What's so special about LIGHTSPEED? Logitech G's designers and engineers spent years studying and then solving the fundamental performance challenges including latency, stability and connectivity. LIGHTSPEED is proprietary wireless technology designed to create the most advanced wireless solution capable of meeting the challenges of modern gaming, from top professionals to enthusiast gamers.

Over three years, Logitech G painstakingly redesigned and refined every hardware and software component of its wireless technology. They did this through a meticulous research and prototyping program to ensure that every component and algorithm processes data at maximum speed and establishes the strongest connection, all while consuming as little energy as possible.

Having simulated and tested every protocol and algorithm for unbeatable performance, even in the data-saturated environments of pro gaming tournaments, Logitech G's engineers then fine-tuned every component. They did this by first enhancing the slowest component and then the next slowest, and so on until every link in the chain had been optimized for the ultimate in wireless speed and responsiveness.

Bringing it all back to those all-important numbers, the end result is that a wireless mouse equipped with LIGHTSPEED technology boasts a report rate of just 1ms over a rock-solid wireless connection, regardless of conditions, giving you performance equivalent to that of a wired mouse but with greater all-round freedom and flexibility.

And there’s more to the G305 than just its stellar wireless performance. On top of LIGHTSPEED, the G305 also features Logitech G's cutting-edge HERO sensor, which delivers a double-win of performance and energy efficiency - up to 10x the power efficiency of the previous generation sensor. However fast or slow your mouse action is, the HERO sensor means the G305 will accurately capture your every maneuver up to 12,000 DPI and 400 IPS with zero smoothing; meaning you might never miss another headshot again.

In addition to enhanced precision, the HERO sensor gives the G305 astoundingly good battery life with that all-important 1ms report rate, you can expect a whopping 250 hours of non-stop action from a single AA battery. But assuming you’re not gaming all the time, you can switch to Endurance mode, which features a more leisurely and less power-hungry 8ms report rate, and a much longer battery life: up to nine months on a single AA.

With just one battery required to bring the power, the G305 is instantly less hefty than traditional wireless mice, and Logitech G has gone even further to ensure it's a joy to hold. Lightweight mechanical design means that it's compact, maneuverable and super-light, weighing just 99 grams. It's also designed for portability. Thoroughly at home on the desktop, the G305 is ready to join you on your gaming travels at a few seconds notice. Simply pack the nano receiver in the G305's built-in storage compartment, toss it in a bag with your laptop and you're good to go.

Wherever you’re playing, you'll appreciate the G305's six programmable buttons that you can set up with Logitech Gaming Software so that the commands you need are always at hand, and the left/right buttons won't let you down. Advanced tensioning reduces the force needed to click, and ensures a consistent feel even after months of non-stop gaming.

Packed with premium technology and smart features, the G305 is the only mouse you'll ever need, yet it won’t cost you a fortune. It's available now from Logitech G for just $59, complete with free shipping. Consider it an urgent upgrade to your gaming setup. 

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