The Dareu A950GM and Logitech G304 are the two most-searched wireless gaming mice under ₹3,000 in India. Same price bracket. Both wireless. Both lightweight by mainstream standards. But these are very different mice, built around different philosophies — and the right one depends entirely on what matters to you.
This comparison is based on verified specifications from official sources. Every claim is checked. No filler.
Quick Verdict
Buy the A950GM if: Sensor performance, weight, and wireless versatility are your priorities. The PAW3395 is a generation ahead of the HERO sensor, the A950GM weighs 60g vs 99g with battery, and tri-mode connectivity gives you 2.4GHz, Bluetooth, and wired USB-C in one mouse.
Buy the G304 if: Battery life is your top priority and you are comfortable replacing AA batteries. 250 hours on a single AA battery is genuinely exceptional — the A950GM’s 65 hours in 2.4GHz mode does not come close. The G304 also benefits from Logitech’s established software ecosystem and widespread service network in India.
Side-by-Side Specification Comparison
| Specification | Dareu A950GM | Logitech G304 |
|---|---|---|
| Price (India, May 2026) | ₹2,500 (Black) / ₹2,599 (White) | ₹2,395–₹2,795 |
| Sensor | PixArt PAW3395 | Logitech HERO |
| Max DPI | 26,000 | 12,000 |
| Tracking Speed | 650 IPS | 400 IPS |
| Acceleration | 50G | >40G |
| Weight | 60g | 75g body / 99g with AA battery |
| Polling Rate | 1,000Hz (2.4GHz/Wired) | 1,000Hz |
| Connectivity | 2.4GHz + Bluetooth 5.1 + USB-C Wired | 2.4GHz LIGHTSPEED only |
| Battery | 500mAh built-in lithium | 1× AA battery (included) |
| Battery Life | 65hrs (2.4GHz) / 125hrs (Bluetooth) | 250hrs (Performance) / 9 months (Endurance) |
| Charging | USB-C cable | No charging — replace AA battery |
| Switches | HUANO — 100M clicks | Mechanical — 10M clicks |
| Buttons | 6 | 6 |
| RGB Lighting | No | No |
| Software | Dareu Driver (Windows) | Logitech G HUB (Windows + Mac) |
| Dimensions | 123 × 64 × 39mm | 116.6 × 62.15 × 38.2mm |
| Warranty (India) | 6 months — Tekits authorised seller | 2 years — Logitech India |
The Dareu A950GM — What You Get
The A950GM is built around one idea: put a flagship sensor in an affordable, lightweight wireless package. It does this exceptionally well.
The PixArt PAW3395 is the same sensor used in gaming mice costing ₹10,000–20,000 from brands like Razer, SteelSeries, and Asus ROG. At 26,000 DPI ceiling, 650 IPS tracking speed, and 50G acceleration, it is simply a better sensor than the HERO in every measurable specification. It also has zero hardware acceleration, zero smoothing, and zero filtering — meaning every movement you make is registered exactly as you made it.
At 60g, the A950GM is one of the lightest wireless gaming mice available in India at any price. The G304 weighs 75g without a battery — and once you insert the required AA battery, it goes up to 99g. That is 39g heavier than the A950GM in actual use. For extended gaming sessions, this difference is felt.
Tri-mode connectivity is a meaningful practical advantage. The G304 connects exclusively via 2.4GHz LIGHTSPEED — no Bluetooth, no wired mode. The A950GM gives you all three: 2.4GHz for competitive gaming, Bluetooth 5.1 for your laptop or secondary device, and USB-C wired mode for gaming while charging or in environments where wireless is restricted.
The HUANO switches on the A950GM are rated at 100 million clicks — ten times the 10 million click rating of the G304’s mechanical switches. In practice, both will last years of normal use. But the switch lifespan gap is significant on paper.
One honest limitation: the A950GM is sold exclusively through Tekits in India with a 6-month warranty. The G304 carries a 2-year Logitech India warranty backed by Logitech’s national service network — a meaningful advantage for buyers who weight after-sales support heavily.
The Logitech G304 — What You Get
The G304 is one of the most popular gaming mice ever sold in India — and for good reason. It defined what an affordable wireless gaming mouse could be when it launched, and it still delivers on its core promises in 2026.
The HERO sensor at 12,000 DPI, 400 IPS, and >40G acceleration is a reliable, proven optical sensor with zero smoothing or acceleration. It is not the latest generation, but it has been tested by millions of gamers across years of competitive play and has never been the weak link in anyone’s setup. For the vast majority of Indian gamers, HERO is more than capable.
The standout feature is battery life. 250 hours on a single AA battery in Performance mode (1,000Hz) means weeks of gaming without thinking about power. Switch to Endurance mode via Logitech G HUB and that extends to up to 9 months of typical use. For gamers who travel, play in hostels, or simply do not want to manage a charging cable, the G304’s battery approach is genuinely convenient.
Logitech G HUB is available on both Windows and macOS — giving Mac users full DPI customisation, button remapping, and profile management. The Dareu software is Windows-only. If you use a Mac, the G304 wins this category clearly.
The G304 is also ambidextrous — usable by both left and right-handed players. The A950GM is right-handed only. For left-handed gamers in India, the G304 is the natural choice.
One limitation worth noting: the G304 has no Bluetooth mode and no wired gaming option. If your 2.4GHz dongle is lost or damaged, the mouse stops working entirely until you contact Logitech support for a replacement. The A950GM’s USB-C wired mode serves as a reliable backup.
Sensor Comparison: PAW3395 vs HERO
This is the most technically significant difference between these two mice.
The Logitech HERO sensor was designed with power efficiency as its primary engineering goal. It is exceptionally efficient — which is why the G304 achieves 250 hours on a single AA battery. The tradeoff is that it was not built to compete with PixArt’s latest flagship chips on raw tracking specification.
The PixArt PAW3395 is a pure performance sensor. 650 IPS vs 400 IPS. 50G vs >40G. 26,000 DPI ceiling vs 12,000 DPI. These are objective specification differences. In everyday use at typical gaming sensitivities (400–3,200 DPI), both sensors track accurately and neither will be your weakest link. The PAW3395 advantage becomes most apparent at extreme velocities — very fast flick shots, large sweeping movements, or if you use a low DPI with very fast arm movements.
For most Indian gamers at most skill levels: both sensors are sufficient. For competitive players who want the absolute best tracking available in this price range: the PAW3395 on the A950GM is the clear choice.
Battery Life: A Real Trade-Off
The G304’s 250-hour battery life vs the A950GM’s 65 hours in 2.4GHz is not a minor gap. It is a fundamentally different approach to battery management.
The G304 uses a replaceable AA battery. You never charge it — when it dies, you swap in a new battery (any AA alkaline works) and continue immediately. There is no cable, no downtime, no charging cycle. If you play 2–3 hours daily, a single battery lasts roughly 2–3 months.
The A950GM uses a built-in 500mAh lithium battery that charges via USB-C. At 65 hours in 2.4GHz mode, if you play 3 hours daily, you charge it roughly every 3 weeks. It charges while you use it in wired mode, so there is no actual downtime — but it does require having a USB-C cable available.
Over several years of use, a built-in lithium battery will degrade and hold less charge. A replaceable AA battery does not have this issue.
If battery anxiety is a real concern for you — buy the G304. If you are comfortable charging a device every few weeks as you do with a phone — the A950GM’s battery life is completely practical.
Warranty: An Honest Comparison
This is one area where the G304 has a clear structural advantage that we will not downplay.
The Logitech G304 carries a 2-year warranty backed by Logitech India’s national service infrastructure. Logitech has authorised service centres across major Indian cities. If your G304 develops a fault within two years, the process is well-established.
The Dareu A950GM carries a 6-month warranty sold through Tekits, the authorised Dareu distributor in India. Tekits handles warranty claims directly and replaces defective units. The support is genuine, but the warranty duration is shorter and the service infrastructure is smaller than Logitech’s.
If long warranty coverage is a deciding factor for you, the G304 wins this comparison clearly.
Who Should Buy Each Mouse
Buy the Dareu A950GM if:
- You play competitive FPS — Valorant, CS2, BGMI — and want the best sensor available in this price range
- Weight matters to you — 60g vs 99g is a real difference over long sessions
- You want Bluetooth for a laptop or secondary device alongside your gaming 2.4GHz setup
- You prefer USB-C charging over managing AA batteries
- You are right-handed
Buy the Logitech G304 if:
- Battery life is your top priority and you want weeks of use without thinking about power
- You use macOS and need full software support (G HUB works on Mac; Dareu software does not)
- You are left-handed — the G304 is ambidextrous, the A950GM is not
- Long warranty coverage (2 years) matters more than sensor specification
- You travel frequently and prefer not to carry a charging cable for your mouse
A Note on the New Logitech G304 X
In December 2025, Logitech launched the G304 X — a significantly updated version with a HERO 25K sensor (25,000 DPI, 400 IPS), built-in 290mAh lithium battery (no more AA), 57g weight, USB-C charging, and 106-hour battery life. It addresses the two biggest weaknesses of the original G304.
At the time of writing, the G304 X has limited availability in India and its street price is not yet established. The original G304 remains the widely available, mainstream option. If you are choosing between the A950GM and the G304 X specifically, the comparison changes meaningfully — both would then be rechargeable, sub-60g wireless mice with similar sensor tiers.
Final Verdict
On paper, the A950GM wins the technical comparison: better sensor, significantly lighter in real-world use, tri-mode connectivity, and a much higher switch click rating. For competitive FPS gaming, it is the stronger choice at this price.
The G304 wins on battery life, warranty duration, Mac software support, and ambidextrous design. These are not trivial advantages — depending on how you use your mouse, they can easily outweigh a better sensor.
The honest answer: for most Indian gamers who play FPS on a Windows PC and are comfortable charging a device via USB-C, buy the A950GM. The PAW3395 sensor at this price point is exceptional value, and 60g vs 99g is something you will feel in every session.
For Mac users, left-handed gamers, or anyone who genuinely does not want to think about charging their mouse: buy the G304. It remains one of the most reliable, well-supported wireless gaming mice available in India.
Either way, you are getting a competitive wireless gaming mouse for under ₹3,000. Both are good choices. The right one depends on which trade-offs matter less to you.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Dareu A950GM better than the Logitech G304?
For sensor performance and weight, yes. The PAW3395 on the A950GM outperforms the HERO sensor on every specification — 26,000 DPI vs 12,000, 650 IPS vs 400 IPS. The A950GM also weighs 60g vs 99g with battery. The G304 is better on battery life (250 hours vs 65 hours), warranty duration (2 years vs 6 months), and Mac software support.
Does the Logitech G304 have Bluetooth?
No. The G304 connects only via 2.4GHz LIGHTSPEED wireless using the included USB nano receiver. It does not support Bluetooth and has no wired gaming mode. The Dareu A950GM supports all three — 2.4GHz, Bluetooth 5.1, and wired USB-C.
How long does the Dareu A950GM battery last?
65 hours in 2.4GHz wireless mode (1,000Hz polling rate) and 125 hours in Bluetooth mode. It charges via USB-C and can be used in wired mode while charging.
Is the Logitech G304 still worth buying in 2026?
Yes, for its specific strengths. 250-hour battery life, 2-year India warranty, ambidextrous design, and macOS software support (Logitech G HUB) are genuine advantages that the A950GM does not match. For buyers where any of these factors are priorities, the G304 remains a strong choice in 2026.
What is the weight of the G304 with battery?
The G304 body weighs 75g. With the included AA battery installed, the total weight is 99g. The battery is required for the mouse to function — so 99g is the real-world operating weight.
Is the Dareu A950GM available in India with warranty?
Yes. The A950GM is sold through Tekits Innovations Private Limited, the authorised Dareu distributor in India, with a 6-month manufacturer warranty, free shipping, and Cash on Delivery.