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AliExpress 12-dollar Logitech G304 wireless mouse, could it really be 'real'?This video provides a detailed comparison and analysis of the Logitech G304 wireless mouse, sold for $12 on AliExpress, against the genuine G305. While the low price might be tempting, the clear differences in appearance, internal structure, and performance unequivocally highlight the risks of purchasing a counterfeit product. The conclusion is that it's unsuitable for gaming and even falls short for office use.
1. 📦 AliExpress G304 Unboxing and First Impressions
· I purchased the G304 mouse from AliExpress, sold for $15 (approximately $12), to verify its authenticity, especially considering the genuine Logitech G305 currently sells for 70 Canadian dollars.
· The package arrived severely crumpled, poorly protected in a simple bubble wrap envelope.
· The box itself looked very similar to genuine Logitech packaging, with no typos, but given the price, I judged it unlikely that the contents would be genuine.
· Aside from a subtle difference in the lowercase 'a' font on the packaging, there were no noticeable flaws.
· The package arrived severely crumpled, poorly protected in a simple bubble wrap envelope.
· The box itself looked very similar to genuine Logitech packaging, with no typos, but given the price, I judged it unlikely that the contents would be genuine.
· Aside from a subtle difference in the lowercase 'a' font on the packaging, there were no noticeable flaws.
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1. 📦 AliExpress G304 Unboxing and First Impressions
· I purchased the G304 mouse from AliExpress, sold for $15 (approximately $12), to verify its authenticity, especially considering the genuine Logitech G305 currently sells for 70 Canadian dollars.
· The package arrived severely crumpled, poorly protected in a simple bubble wrap envelope.
· The box itself looked very similar to genuine Logitech packaging, with no typos, but given the price, I judged it unlikely that the contents would be genuine.
· Aside from a subtle difference in the lowercase 'a' font on the packaging, there were no noticeable flaws.
· The package arrived severely crumpled, poorly protected in a simple bubble wrap envelope.
· The box itself looked very similar to genuine Logitech packaging, with no typos, but given the price, I judged it unlikely that the contents would be genuine.
· Aside from a subtle difference in the lowercase 'a' font on the packaging, there were no noticeable flaws.
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2. 🔍 Detailed Comparison: Genuine G305 vs. Fake G304
· I placed the genuine G305 and the fake G304 side-by-side to meticulously compare their appearance, weight, click feel, and internal structure.
· The fake G304's exterior was so similar to the genuine G305, seemingly a direct replica of its case, that it was difficult to distinguish with the naked eye.
· However, clear differences were apparent in the clarity of the G logo print, the click feel of the side buttons, and the finish of the battery compartment.
· The fake G304's exterior was so similar to the genuine G305, seemingly a direct replica of its case, that it was difficult to distinguish with the naked eye.
· However, clear differences were apparent in the clarity of the G logo print, the click feel of the side buttons, and the finish of the battery compartment.
| Category | Genuine G305 | Fake G304 (AliExpress) |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 69g | 73g |
| Appearance (G Logo) | Clear Print | Faint Print |
| Main Click Feel | Similar | Similar |
| Side Buttons | Springy and Clear Click Feel | Dull and Indistinct Click Feel |
| Scroll Wheel | Good Quality | Poor Quality |
| Plastic Texture | Very Similar | Very Similar |
| Internal Structure | Circuit board not visible from battery compartment | Circuit board visible from battery compartment, loose wires also found |
| Battery Retention | Battery retention foam present | No battery retention foam |
| Battery Door | Closes neatly | Feels forced when closing |
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3. 🎮 Real-World Usage Review and Gaming Performance Analysis
· After using it in the office for a few days, the basic functions of the mouse worked.
· There was a slight delay compared to the genuine G305, but it was more responsive than the Microsoft wireless mouse I used previously.
· Unlike the genuine G305, the fake G304 does not connect to Logitech software.
· The sensor performance of the genuine G305 is far superior; the fake G304 was less sensitive and less accurate, with the cursor tending to move further than expected.
· There were also differences in power-saving and wake-up functions. The genuine G305 responds instantly, while the fake G304 has a delay of about 0.125 seconds and sometimes enters a 'hard sleep mode' requiring a click to wake up.
· In conclusion, considering the $15 price, it was an expected low-end mouse. It is completely unsuitable for gaming, where accuracy and timing are crucial. While usable for office work, it does not match the overall performance of the genuine G305 in terms of responsiveness, click feel, DPI, or software compatibility.
· There was a slight delay compared to the genuine G305, but it was more responsive than the Microsoft wireless mouse I used previously.
· Unlike the genuine G305, the fake G304 does not connect to Logitech software.
· The sensor performance of the genuine G305 is far superior; the fake G304 was less sensitive and less accurate, with the cursor tending to move further than expected.
· There were also differences in power-saving and wake-up functions. The genuine G305 responds instantly, while the fake G304 has a delay of about 0.125 seconds and sometimes enters a 'hard sleep mode' requiring a click to wake up.
· In conclusion, considering the $15 price, it was an expected low-end mouse. It is completely unsuitable for gaming, where accuracy and timing are crucial. While usable for office work, it does not match the overall performance of the genuine G305 in terms of responsiveness, click feel, DPI, or software compatibility.