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eSports collabs behind Logitech's newest pro gaming lineup
Thu, 30th Aug 2018
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If you're a gamer and a fan of Logitech's gaming gear, there's about to be another line of product releases coming your way.

The Logitech G PRO Gaming Headset, Logitech G PRO Wireless Gaming Mouse and Logitech G PRO Gaming Mouse with HERO sensor are about to launch next month.

Logitech says that the products were designed and built in collaboration with top eSports athletes to round out the newest lineup of professional gaming gear.

The Logitech G PRO Gaming Headset

Logitech says the headset is lightweight, strong and comfortable for extended gameplay. It's powered by Logitech G Pro-G drivers for crisp audio, leatherette ear pads for noise isolation and a pro-grade condenser microphone.

"The sound quality of the new Logitech G PRO Gaming Headset is unmatched,” says Ji-Hyeok “Birdring” Kim, London Spitfire (Overwatch).

“The headset raises our team's level of play by allowing us to hear key in-game audio that helps us stay a step ahead of our opponents.

The Logitech G PRO Gaming Headset has also been named the official headset of the Electronic Sports League (ESL) CS:GO Pro League, ESL One and ESL Premiership, and will be the headset of choice for several top teams and players.

Logitech G PRO Wireless Gaming Mouse

After more than two years in development and input from more than 50 professional eSports players, the Logitech G PRO Wireless Gaming Mouse weighs in at 80 grams for a light but strong design. It has a HERO (High Efficiency Rated Optical) 16K sensor to boost sensor speed, accuracy, and responsiveness.

That sensor is also capable of going beyond 400 IPS and delivering 16,000 DPI tracking for accuracy. The mouse also features removable left and right side buttons for ambidexterity.

"Having such a lightweight wireless mouse that I knew I could depend on made a huge difference for me at the championship," said Profit, London Spitfire. "It helped me win the MVP - it's a god mouse."

Logitech G PRO Gaming Mouse with HERO sensor

This is an offer for gamers who still like cabled mice. The new mouse will include Logitech G's new HERO 16K sensor and a low-friction, flexible cable, while keeping the comfortable classic design and high click performance.

The Logitech G PRO Gaming Headset is expected to retail for an RRP of $169.90. while the Logitech G PRO Wireless Gaming Mouse will be RRP $269.90 and Logitech G PRO Gaming Mouse with HERO sensor will go for RRP$99.90. ‘

Expect to see them for sale from early September.