Logitech MX Master 3S
MSRP $100.00
“Logitech MX Master 3S is almost the perfect mouse for long hours in the office.”
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Elegant appearance
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Extremely comfortable
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The side scroll wheel is more than just convenience
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Wheel with notches or free rotation
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Amazing battery life
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The thumb rest gets dirty
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It may be too heavy for some
The Logitech MX Master line of mice has been a favorite option for many. This puts pressure on the latest version of that mouse. The stakes are especially high since there are newcomers like the Razer Pro Click looking to dethrone it.
The Logitech MX Master 3S doesn’t stray too far from its formula in its attempt to retain the crown. If you already have and love the MX Master 3, there’s not enough here to merit an upgrade. But Logitech has made some minor tweaks that modernize the design and keep its flagship mouse at the top of its game as the best wireless mouse you can buy.
Design and comfort
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I come from the PC gaming world, so when I got the MX Master 3S in the mail, it immediately reminded me of the push-button version of the Logitech G502. It ditches the extra side buttons for the side scroll wheel while keeping the thumb rest.
But if you’ve seen the MX Master 3, you’ve seen the 3S. It is almost identical in terms of design and aesthetics. That’s not bad at all. The ribbed thumb rest adds just a hint of interest, and the scroll wheels have just enough chrome to stand out. The white version I reviewed is perfectly minimalistic and would fit into any office space without a problem.
Just don’t expect a major shake-up or refresh here if you’re coming from older models in the lineup. But as someone with limited experience with its predecessor, I was able to appreciate the MX Master 3S’ approach to ergonomics and design with fresh eyes. We hope this helps those of you who are new to this line or to high-end wireless mice in general.
The shell of the MX Master 3S is covered in rubber, which is one of the few negative things I have to say about this mouse. The white color on the mouse attracts dirt like a magnet, and I’m a clean person — I promise! I’m sure isopropyl alcohol would clean it well enough.
It’s the most comfortable mouse I’ve ever used.
When I first put my hands on the mouse, I immediately felt that Logitech designed it with me in mind. I have very large hands, but the width of the mouse (84.3 mm) is perfect for me, which makes it a pleasure to use during long work. Furthermore, the ergonomics of the thumb rest have done wonders for the health of my hands.
Not too long ago, I suffered a pretty bad hand injury, which required me to use a vertical mouse now and then to prevent bouts of pain. However, the MX Master 3S is far more comfortable for me, and my hand hasn’t hurt at all since I started using it. Hell, I’m sure it’s the most comfortable mouse I’ve ever used.
Buttons and switches
The Logitech MX Master 3S is different from any other mouse I’ve used before for one reason: the side scroll wheel sits just above the back and forward buttons for your thumb. It can be remapped, but its default setting is horizontal scrolling – and I like that. During the day, I work in talent acquisition, so I’m always looking at Excel spreadsheets, which can be huge.
However, the MX Master 3S’s side scroll wheel allowed me to quickly scroll through spreadsheets, and I wish more mice had this feature. On top of that, the regular scroll can traverse more than 1,000 lines per second thanks to Logitech’s MagSpeed Electromagnetic scrolling technology, and can turn independently or with notches. It’s a huge boon for productivity.
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There is also a gesture button built into the thumb rest itself. This is less useful in my experience. It feels like pressing the speed up button on a treadmill. The gestures built into MX Master allow you to activate the home menu by pressing the gesture button and pushing the mouse forward. Personally, I find the gestures to be too much, but they are there and can be remapped via Logitech Options.
The switches on the MX Master 3S are what you’d expect from a productivity mouse: silent. While the switches are quiet, the clicks were never soft or uncomfortable to use and I’m sure my co-workers are happier too. The Quick Click switches are actually one of the few new features of the MX Master 3S — and while I can attest to how quiet they are, I didn’t have the MX Master 3 on hand for a direct comparison.
Performance
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The sensor inside the MX Master 3S is Logitech’s own high-precision Darkfield, and it works very well, even without a mouse pad. There is nothing wrong with this sensor, as it can reach 8000 DPI, which is respectable for a non-gaming mouse. That’s up from 4,000 on the previous model.
But coming from the world of gaming mice, the 141 gram MX Master 3S felt heavy at first, especially with the mediocre skates underneath. Since this is a Logitech mouse with a good DPI and sensor (so, why not?), I wanted to try it out in a game. Call of Duty: Vanguard finally got a zombie mode, so I knew I had to try it with the MX Master 3S in hand.
As I thought, this mouse is too heavy and the switches feel dull while gaming. But it wasn’t unusable and I got to round 37, which is decent for me. I was even able to find a sweet spot of 1600 DPI, and the DPI is adjustable in steps of 50. So unless you’re running a DPI higher than 8000, you’ll be fine. Obviously, this isn’t just for gaming, but it’s good to know for those who would like to use it for side gaming.
The battery life on this mouse goes beyond that.
The MX Master 3S is also a champion when it comes to battery life. When we reviewed the Razer Pro Click, we were impressed with its 16-day battery life. However, Logitech ditched the microphone and went after Razer by giving the MX Master 3S a 500mAh battery that will last for 70 days.
Battery life is 70 days when fully charged, but more impressively, just one minute of charging can give you three hours of use. Honestly, the battery on this mouse goes beyond that; I use it religiously at work, and I don’t even bother to bring a USB-C charging cable with me anymore. It’s to the point where I’d be fine with 35 days of battery life if it meant a few grams less weight.
Our opinion
The Logitech MX Master 3S is fantastic and is undoubtedly the most comfortable mouse I’ve ever used. I wish it was a little lighter, of course, and that the white model didn’t pick up dirt so easily. But if you’re in the market for a decently priced productivity mouse, you can’t go wrong.
Are there alternatives?
Something. The MX Master 3 can sometimes be found a little cheaper, and there are only small differences between the two. If you find it on sale, there’s little reason not to pick it up.
Another option is the Razer Pro Click, which runs on par with the Master but lacks the side scroll wheel and is still $100.
How long will it last?
Logitech’s product page for the MX Master 3S promises a year. I can guarantee it will last longer, but the rubber coating may not. I keep the MX Master 3S in my backpack with me because I take it to work every day, and after countless hours of use and flailing around in my bag, it’s still ready to go.
Should you buy it?
That. The Logitech MX Master 3S is the perfect productivity mouse, especially for those who use Excel spreadsheets.
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Source: newstars.edu.vn