Mouse Buying Guide – November 2021

Often dropping to 20 USD, the G203 is one of the few gaming mice not using a Pixart design, instead using Swiss manufacturer CGS to make the Mercury sensor. This sensor is also found in G102/G203 prodigy with a 6k CPI firmware instead of the lightsync's 8k CPI. Featuring a compact shape, RGB lighting and 4 color options.

Returning from our last buying guide, the DeathAdder V2 mini still is a great option at just 20 USD. Featuring a Pixart based Razer Focus 8k sensor, it won't match higher end mice, but will do very well for a budget setup.

Featuring the PMW3391, the Katar Pro XT is offering a sensor generally found on much more expensive mice. The shape fits both left- and right-handed users and comes in at a respectable 73 grams.

Lately dropping down to 40 USD, this mouse is one of the most modded on the market. Projects ranging from honeycomb shells to full body replacements have been shown off. Featuring the older Hero 12k sensor, the G305 still holds up well. In Asian regions, this mouse is sold by the name G304.

The MM710 is our pick for a honeycomb shell budget mouse. Coming in at just 53 grams, the mouse is very lightweight. It features a Pixart PMW3389 sensor, making it a great option for low DPI gaming or just for someone preferring their mouse to be as light as possible without breaking the bank.

Basilisk's shape reminds of the G502, but at 15 grams less. It's a great fit for big-handed people and combined with Razer's hyperspeed wireless, it's a great wireless option.

Essentially a much bigger shaped MM711, the MM720 is a great option for people preferring wider mice. Featuring LK optical switches, the MM720 has a lower latency compared to mechanical Omron switches. It uses the same sensor as the MM710/MM711.

Using Razer's best sensor so far, the Viper 8KHZ upgrades it's sensor and USB report rate to an overkill degree. It also uses Razer's 2nd generation optical switches made by LK.

The MM830 is the opposite to the general trend in the gaming mouse market right now. Coming in at 162 grams, it's a heavy mouse by today's standards.

Coming with two top shells, 12 weights, grip tape, botton spacers and extra mouse skates, the Pwnage Ultra Custom Symm is a complete package for the more experienced player. It can be customized with the included accessoires, but can also be modified with additional sets.

Usable with a 2.4 GHZ, Bluetooth 4.2 or a wired mode, the MM831 is one of the heavier wireless mice. It supports Qi wireless charging, a detachable cable and a similar shape to the MM830.

The XM1R is one of the best wired esport mice on the market right now. Using the well respected Kailh GM 8.0 switches and the recently released PAW3370 sensor. It comes in at just 70 grams, while not resulting to a honeycomb design.

My personal driver, the Strix Impact II features a very interesting feature. It comes with Omron hotswap sockets, that can be easily accessed without removing the skates on the mouse. So far I've found it to be compatible with multiple Omron, Kailh, TTC and Huano switches, though Asus only verifies it for Omron.

One of the few modern MMO/MOBA mice left on the market, the Naga Trinity can be configured with eitehr two, seven or twelve buttons on the side. As the trend moves to lightweight mice, it has little competition and would be our top pick for a mouse with many macros.

With a shape that reminds of the Microsoft Intellimouse, the Ninjutso Origin One X is an ergonomic wireless mouse coming in at just 65 grams. It is claimed to be the lightest wireless ergo gaming mouse on the market, and they've yet to be proven wrong.

Highly customizable, everything included into a single package and a honeycomb mesh design, the Ultra custom wireless is one of the best mice on the market. It might not be justified for everyone, but you certainly won't be dissapointed.