17 best gaming mice

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

For fun, victorious and intense gaming, a regular mouse is not good enough. It is characterized by a slow reaction, and in some battles, every millisecond counts. In addition, normal mice can have a positioning problem. In general, gamers need special manipulators – gaming.

We've compiled a list of 17 best gaming mice, where every gamer will find a model to suit his style and budget.

Ranking of the best gaming mice

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
Best wireless gaming mice – optical laser	1	Logitech G G403 Prodigy Wireless Black USB	RUB 5,290
	2	Tt eSports by Thermaltake Level 10 M Hybrid Black USB	RUB 6,990
	3	Asus ROG Spatha	RUB 9,990
Best Wireless Gaming Mice – Optical LED	1	Logitech G G900 Chaos Spectrum Black USB	RUB 10,900
	2	Razer Lancehead Black USB	RUB 4,990
	3	Logitech G G603 Lightspeed Black-Gray USB	RUB 4,050
	4	A4Tech Bloody Warrior RT7 Black USB	RUB 2 079
	5	HAMA uRage Unleashed USB	RUB 1,520
	6	Razer Atheris Black USB	RUB 5 490
Best wired gaming mice – optical laser	1	ROCCAT Nyth Black USB	–
	2	Mad Catz R.A.T. Pro S Gaming Mouse for PC Black USB	RUB 3,950
	3	Cougar Revenger Black USB	RUB 3,490
	4	Logitech G G Pro Gaming Mouse Black USB	RUB 3,990
Best Wired Gaming Mice – Optical LED	1	Logitech G G502 Proteus Spectrum Black USB	RUB 4,750

Best wireless gaming mice – optical laser

Logitech G G403 Prodigy Wireless Black USB

Rating: 4.9

Why first place: Ergonomic design, comfortable weight, extra buttons.

For whom: For gamers who spend a lot of time playing games.

Description: The main advantage of this gaming mouse is its ergonomics. The specially developed design does not fatigue the wrist. The mouse 'native' weight is 107 grams, but the kit includes an additional weight for weighting.

The native dpi of the sensor is 12K dots. Through the app, you can reduce it down to 200 if needed. The mouse is polled at 1000 Hz. The design of the manipulator includes 2 additional keys with programmable functions, LED illumination of the case and wheels, as well as a built-in battery.

Advantages

• Wear-resistant body materials;

• Fast response;

• High precision sensor;

disadvantages

• Flimsy wheel design;

• Price;

• Loud keys;

Tt eSports by Thermaltake Level 10 M Hybrid Black USB

Rating: 4.8

Why second place: Custom design, but customizable configuration and quality materials.

Who's it for: Gamers looking for the ultimate mouse experience.

Description: This gaming mouse offers maximum design customization. For example, you can change its height and weight. In addition, special body materials and 'breathing holes' make the manipulator comfortable even after hours of non-stop gameplay.

Native resolution – 8200 dpi, can be reduced through the program. The mouse is powered by a built-in rechargeable battery. There are additional programmable keys and a metal backplate.

Advantages

• Customizable configuration;

• Metal wear-resistant backplate;

• Quality materials;

disadvantages

• Short-lived triggers on the keys;

• Incomplete drivers;

• Sensitive to surface quality;

Asus ROG Spatha

Rating: 4.7

Why the third place: More expensive than other models in the ranking, but with many additional keys.

Who's it for: For gamers who want to 'automate' and streamline their gameplay.

Description: One of the best manipulators for multiplayer games or intense shooters. It features a high sampling rate of 2000 Hz and 9 programmable keys on a dedicated side panel.

The laser sensor has a native resolution of 8200 dpi. The buttons use Omron high life switches. The gaming mouse itself is quite heavy – 178 grams. Powered by a built-in battery.

Advantages

• Rich equipment;

• Lots of extra buttons;

• Precise positioning, maximum sampling rate;

disadvantages

• Oversized;

• May interfere with the signal from a 2.4 GHz router;

• Inconvenient and buggy configuration software;

Best Wireless Gaming Mice – Optical LED

Logitech G G900 Chaos Spectrum Black USB

Rating: 4.9

Why # 1: Plenty of customizable keys and sophisticated ergonomics.

For whom: For gamers who prefer intense games with high demands on reaction speed.

Description: This mouse features the highest positioning accuracy and fast response. The polling rate of the device is 1000 Hz, and the DPI of the LED sensor is 12000 points. You can connect not only by radio, but also by wire – while the characteristics will remain the same.

The gaming mouse is equipped with 11 programmable keys, including the main ones. The wheel is three-position. Inertial scrolling is enabled separately if necessary. The design of the wheel eliminates axle wear. The built-in battery lasts for 24 hours.

Advantages

• High precision sensor;

• Ergonomic design

• Lots of customizable keys;

disadvantages

• The soft touch cover is subject to abrasion;

• Many slots in the case, clogged with dust;

• Poor location of some additional buttons;

Razer Lancehead Black USB

Rating: 4.8

Why second place: Less functionality than previous model.

For whom: For brand lovers, as well as simply for gamers regardless of their favorite genre.

Description: This gaming mouse features ultra-precise – perhaps over-precise – positioning. The native resolution of the LED sensor is 16000 dpi, and the polling rate of the wireless module is 1000 Hz.

The device is equipped with 9 programmable keys, including the main ones. Mouse backlight – multicolor, RGB, customizable through the proprietary Synapse application. The device operates on a built-in battery.

Advantages

• Ergonomic design

• Lots of programmable keys;

• Customizable RGB lighting

disadvantages

• Unstable software operation;

• Only wireless connection via radio module;

• Doesn't work while charging;

Logitech G G603 Lightspeed Black-Gray USB

Rating: 4.7

Why third place: Precise positioning but unattractive design.

Who's it for: For gamers who don't like lighting, aggressive design and other 'light music', but need a specialized device.

Description: Despite the quite 'office' design, the mouse is distinguished by high-precision positioning – the native resolution of the LED sensor is 12000 dpi, and the polling rate is 1000 Hz.

Besides, the mouse has the required minimum of programmable buttons – 3. The manipulator operates on 2 AA-batteries, the charge of which lasts for several months. There is no backlight and cable work in the device.

Advantages

• Ergonomic design

• High autonomy;

• The buttons have Omron switches;

disadvantages

• Mechanical wheel encoder with low reliability;

• The body is made of not very reliable plastic;

• Loud switches;

A4Tech Bloody Warrior RT7 Black USB

Rating: 4.6

Why fourth place: Lower sensor resolution than previous models in the ranking.

For whom: For undemanding gamers.

Description: This is an inexpensive gaming mouse that has quite good technical characteristics. In particular, the native resolution of the LED sensor is 8200 dpi.

Made of skin-friendly materials. Powered by a built-in battery that lasts for several days. Charged via USB, while you can continue to play. The mouse has 8 programmable keys, and the settings are stored in the manipulator itself.

Advantages

• Ergonomic design and keycaps included;

• Metal scratch-resistant legs;

• Precise positioning;

disadvantages

• Some computers experience intermittent (short-term) signal loss due to signal interference from 2.4GHz Wi-Fi;

• Enhanced software modes sold separately;

• Inconvenient bundled software;

HAMA uRage Unleashed USB

Rating: 4.5

Why fifth place: The lowest resolution in the rating.

Who's it for: For undemanding gamers using mid-range hardware.

Description: An inexpensive gaming mouse with good, but not impressive performance. In particular, the resolution of its sensor is 4000 dpi, and the polling rate is 500 Hz. Thus, it may not be suitable for intense online battles.

The device is equipped with 5 additional keys. Powered by AA batteries. There is a backlight, but not configurable.

Advantages

• Ergonomic design

• No signal interference with 2.4GHz Wi-Fi.

• Convenient and reliable wheel;

disadvantages

• The actual sensor resolution is less than the nominal;

• In some games, positioning is lost;

• You cannot reconfigure the functionality of the additional keys;

Razer Atheris Black USB

Rating: 4.5

Why the sixth place: Noticeable overpricing, but the ability to connect via Bluetooth.

Who's it for: Primarily for gaming laptop owners.

Description: According to some technical characteristics, this mouse loses to other models in the rating. For example, the native resolution of its sensor is 7200 dpi. In addition, it has only 5 programmable keys (out of 6 available in general), and the polling frequency is quite familiar 1000 Hz.

But the main feature of this gaming mouse is the ability to connect via Bluetooth, which will be appreciated by owners of gaming laptops. It also connects via traditional USB. It also works not from the built-in battery, but from two AA batteries, which are enough for several months of use.

Advantages

• Nice ergonomics;

• High autonomy;

• Ability to connect both via Bluetooth and USB;

disadvantages

• High cost;

• Few programmable buttons;

• Non-standard location of the wheel;

Best wired gaming mice – optical laser

ROCCAT Nyth Black USB

Rating: 4.9

Why first place: High definition, long wire, replaceable keys.

Who's it for: For gamers who use a mouse a lot.

Description: Laser gaming mouse focused on active gaming. The device features a robust design and replaceable keycaps included in the kit. The DPI of the sensor is 12000, and the device polling rate is 1000 Hz.

The mouse is equipped with a high-strength cable with a length of 1.8 m. The design of the pointing device includes 12 programmable keys, including the main ones.

Advantages

• Detailed adjustment of the sensor;

• Programmable and customizable additional keys;

• High quality Titan Wheel;

disadvantages

• Controversial ergonomics – there is a pad for the little finger, but not for the thumb;

• Z-Axis Bug, which you can get rid of only after lengthy, detailed and confusing settings;

• A very detailed work setup is required;

Mad Catz R.A.T. Pro S Gaming Mouse for PC Black USB

Rating: 4.

Why second place: Detailed ergonomics and performance tuning, but lower resolution than the previous model.

Who's it for: For gamers who want a fully customizable mouse.

Description: The main advantage of this mouse is full customization. You can configure not only additional keys, of which there are 5 – plus the main ones; but also the very ergonomics of the manipulator. Almost all elements of the body are removable or movable.

The gaming mouse supports macros and remembers custom button profiles. The laser sensor has a native resolution of 5000 dpi. The device is interrogated with a frequency of 1000 Hz.

Advantages

• Well-developed and convenient software;

• Convenient location of additional keys;

• Ergonomic design for long-term use;

disadvantages

• 'Viscous' wheel travel;

• The software is not Russified;

• Rattling of keys and body elements;

Cougar Revenger Black USB

Rating: 4.8

Why third place: High positioning accuracy, low price, but unreliable wheel.

Who's it for: For gamers looking for a precision-positioned mouse on a budget.

Description: This gaming mouse is equipped with a professional-grade sensor, thanks to which the pointer is positioned very accurately, and also recognizes all movements. Resolution 12000 dpi, customizable. Mouse polling rate – 1000 Hz.

The device is equipped with a 1.8 m cable and 6 programmable keys, including the main ones. Backlight – LED, RGB, customizable. Profiles are saved on your computer, but you can transfer them.

Advantages

• High-end sensor;

• Good button triggers;

• Nice backlighting;

disadvantages

• Unreliable wheel;

• Marked case;

• Unshielded cable;

Logitech G G Pro Gaming Mouse Black USB

Rating: 4.7

Why the fourth place: High cost, especially in comparison with other models in the ranking that have similar parameters.

Who's it for: For gamers who value cursor positioning accuracy and don't have a budget.

Description: Professional grade mouse with high quality laser sensor with 12000 dpi. Resolution can be reduced on the fly by pressing a dedicated button. The sampling rate is 1000 Hz, which ensures the capture of even short movements.

There are 6 programmable keys, including standard ones. The gaming mouse is complemented by customizable RGB lighting with customizable modes, colors and intensities up to and including off. The manipulator is made in a traditional, laconic design.

Advantages

• Reliable construction and materials;

• High precision positioning;

• Ergonomic body, especially for people with small to medium palms;

disadvantages

• Loud keys;

• Relatively severe

• Not particularly suitable for people with large palms;

Best Wired Gaming Mice – Optical LED

Logitech G G502 Proteus Spectrum Black USB

Rating: 4.9

Why First Place: High definition, quiet, comfortable design.

Who's it for: For gamers in need of a professional device who love to play at night.

Description: A professional-grade mouse with a built-in microprocessor for preprocessing movements. Equipped with a high-precision LED sensor (12000 dpi), polling at a frequency of 1000 Hz. In addition, this mouse features a customizable weight – from 121 to 168 grams.

The gaming mouse is equipped with 11 programmable keys, including the main ones. There is RGB LED backlighting, customizable through the bundled software. Key profiles are stored on the computer.

Advantages

• Ergonomic design for any palm size;

• Detailed and complete customization;

• Quiet, but pleasant clicks;

disadvantages

• Slides poorly on fabric rugs;

• Small backlash of the main buttons;

• A metal wheel with tangible inertia, although there are no false positives;

Razer Lancehead Tournament Edition Black USB

Rating: 4.9

Why Second Place: Less customization than the leader.

Who's it for: Gamers who need a professional-grade mouse but don't want to mess around with adjusting dimensions, weight, etc.

Description: A professional-grade mouse equipped with an ultrasensitive sensor – its resolution is 16000 dpi. The manipulator is sampled at 1 kHz.

The gaming mouse features the Chroma customizable multicolor lighting system, 9 Synapse-programmable keys (including the main keys) and a high-strength 2.1 meter cable. The USB connector is gold plated for corrosion resistance and better contact.

Advantages

• Reliable assembly and quality materials;

• High precision sensor;

• Smooth sliding metal supports;

disadvantages

• Not the most ergonomic shape;

• Inconvenient side buttons;

• Inconvenient software;

SteelSeries Rival 600 Black USB

Rating: 4.8

Why third place: More expensive than other models, although the characteristics are similar.

Who's it for: For gamers looking for a mouse with the perfect weight and balance.

Description: The main advantage of this mouse is the ability to fully customize the weight and balance. Included weights can increase the arm weight from 96 to 128 grams, and customizable placement can make one end of the device heavier than the other.

In addition, the gaming mouse is equipped with a professional-grade sensor – with DPI 12000 and 1 kHz polling. RGB lighting – customizable and zoned. The mouse is equipped with 7 buttons (including the main ones), which are also programmable.

Advantages

• High positioning accuracy thanks to paired optical sensors;

• Support for macros;

• Adjustable weight and balance;

disadvantages

• Silicone coated plastic case;

• High cost;

• Different length of clicks of the main buttons;

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Thermaltake TT eSports Black FP

Rating: 4.8

Why first place: Weight control, quality sensor, weights and built-in memory.

Who's it for: For gamers who need a rugged device while sacrificing super-responsive positioning.

Description: Despite the fact that this mouse has one of the smallest sensor resolutions in the rating – 4000 dpi (by the way, a laser is used), the device provides fairly accurate positioning and is suitable for dynamic battles. So, for example, its maximum recognizable acceleration is 50G, and its speed is 90 IPS.

The mouse is wired, equipped with 6 programmable buttons, including the main ones (so in fact there is only one additional) and a backlight. You can adjust the weight, since the set includes weights – 5 pieces of 4.5 grams each. The built-in memory stores the set backlight and key parameters.

Advantages

• Reliable construction and durable materials;

• Braided wire with gold-plated USB connector;

• Weight adjustment;

disadvantages

• Unsuccessful wheel design;

• Legs are quickly washable, especially on fabric rugs;

• Unstable software operation;

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.