Logitech recently released the Logitech M500s. So, how does the new computer mouse stack up against the older Logitech M500?
You can find out in this comparison guide.
Quick Summary
The Logitech M500s Advanced Corded Mouse has the advantage when it comes to mouse sensitivity as you can set DPI from 400 to 4,000. In comparison, the Logitech M500 Corded Mouse is limited to 1,000 DPI.
The older M500 does have the advantage in regards to warranty, as it includes a 3-year limited hardware warranty as opposed to M500s, which comes with just a 1-year limited hardware warranty.
Otherwise, the two computer mouse have the same specs and features.
M500 vs. M500s Comparison Chart
You can check out Seeking Tech’s comparison table between the two wired mouses below.
| Logitech M500 Corded Mouse | Logitech M500s Advanced Corded Mouse | |
|---|---|---|
| What's in the Box | M500 Corded Mouse Quick-Start Guide | M500s Advanced Corded Mouse User Documentation |
| Dimensions | 126 mm x 69 mm x 42 mm | 126 mm x 69 mm x 42 mm |
| Weight | 5.08 oz (or 144 g) | 5.08 oz (or 144 g) |
| Cable Length | 7.1 inches (or 18 cm) | 7.1 inches (or 18 cm) |
| Tracking Technology | Invisible Laser | High Precision Optical Sensor |
| Sensor Resolution | 1000 DPI | 400 DPI to 4000 DPI |
| Number of Buttons | 7 | 7 |
| Scroll Wheel? | Yes | Yes |
| Tilt Scroll Function? | Yes | Yes |
| Operating System Requirements | Windows XP Windows Vista Windows 7 Windows 8 Windows 10 Mac OS X 10.4 (or later) Chrome OS | Windows 7 Windows 8 Windows 10 Mac OS X 10.12 (or later) Chrome OS Linux Kernel 2.6+ |
| Warranty | 3-year limited hardware warranty | 1-year limited hardware warranty |
| Pricing | Check price on Amazon.(#CommissionsEarned) | Check price on Amazon.(#CommissionsEarned) |
What’s in the Box
Aside from the main unit, both products come with documents.
You can take a look at what’s included in the package for the two PC mouse below:
Logitech M500 Corded Mouse:
- M500 Corded Mouse
- Quick-start guide
Logitech M500s Advanced Corded Mouse:
- M500s Advanced Corded Mouse
- User documentation
Dimensions
The Logitech M500 Corded Mouse and Logitech M500s Advanced Corded Mouse are identical in size.
You can find the full measurements below:
- 126 mm x 69 mm x 42 mm
Weight
The two PC mouse also weigh the same.
You can take a look at the weight specs below:
- 5.08 oz (or 144 g)
Cable Length
The cable lengths are also identical as you can expect both to be around 7.1 inches (or 18 cm) long.
Tracking Technology
The Logitech M500 Corded Mouse utilize an invisible laser for tracking.
The Logitech M500s Advanced Corded Mouse uses a high precision optical sensor for tracking.
Sensor Resolution
The sensor resolution is measured with DPI, or Dots Per Inch. In other words, DPI determines how much distance the mouse pointer will cover on your computer screen for every inch you move your mouse.
The M500 Corded Mouse has a DPI of 1000, which means that the pointer should move 1000 pixels for every inch of mouse movement.
The Logitech M500s Advanced Corded Mouse can be customized with DPI settings of 400 to all the way up to 4000.
Number of Buttons
Both PC mouse also come with 7 buttons, giving you quick access to certain functions on one hand.
Scroll Wheel
The M500 and M500s are equipped with a scroll wheel as well, which is helpful for navigating web pages and other documents that are too long to fit on your computer screen.
Tilt Scroll Function
Both products also come with title scroll, which allows you to scroll left to right and vice verse in addition to being able to move up and down.
Operating System Requirements
The Logitech M500 Corded Mouse is compatible with Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10, Mac OS X 10.4 (or later) and Chrome OS.
The Logitech M500s Advanced Corded Mouse is compatible with Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10, Mac OS X 10.12 (or later), Chrome OS and Linux Kernel 2.6+.
Warranty
The M500 Corded Mouse comes with a 3-year limited hardware warranty while the newer Logitech M500s Advanced Corded Mouse only includes a 1-year limited hardware warranty.
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