Now that wireless gaming mice are just as fast and feature-packed as their wired counterparts, going wireless can be a smart move, giving you greater flexibility as a gamer. But before you cut loose and buy one, it’s worth noting they’re not all alike. You’ll still need to consider factors like weight, dots per inch (DPI), and battery life which can be telling factors in how your gaming mouse performs and ultimately how you will perform in games. Our expert reviewers have put these mice through their paces, testing them across a range of scenarios, and over extended periods of time. Below are the results of that effort. While these are the current best wireless gaming mice available, for a no holds barred list, including both wired and wireless models, be sure to check out PCWorld’s all-inclusive selection of the best gaming mice. Updated 2/8/23 to add the Razer Viper V3 HyperSpeed to our list of recommendations. This mouse sports a smooth and precise 26,000 DPI optical sensor and houses a single AA battery, which provides a long battery life. We also added the Corsair M75 Air Wireless — it’s a performance dynamo in FPS games and its symmetrical design lets you use it equally as well with both hands. Razer Cobra Pro – Best overall Pros Its Razer Focus Pro 30K sensor is superb Dedicated DPI up/down buttons makes switching DPI on the fly easy Having all 11 zones of RGB is brilliant Cons The dimensions won’t suit large hands Buying the Cobra Pro with a Hyper polling dongle costs extra It’s a little heavier than its stablemate the Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro While some mice have fantastic sensors but fall short in the connectivity department, the Razer Cobra Pro seemingly has it all. It sports both a very high-resolution 30,000 DPI sensor as well as dual wireless connectivity. Not only is its 30K Razer Focus Pro sensor exceptionally smooth and accurate it also allows you to set your preferred lift-off distance from a total of up to 26 granular settings—that’s 23 more than most mice with this functionality. There’s little to fault about the Cobra Pro’s design either—it’s symmetrical and feels balanced and you also get the benefit of dedicated DPI up/down buttons, which is a rare luxury in pro-grade mice. This allows you to change DPI settings on the fly so you can get the drop on opponents in an instant. To top all that off, the Razer Cobra Pro looks fantastic thanks to 11 programmable RGB lighting zones. Read our full Razer Cobra Pro review Logitech G502 Lightspeed – Best overall runner-up Pros Very comfortable design Weighs less than the wired version Compatible with Powerplay wireless charging mouse pad Cons Scroll wheel feels less substantial Weight customization is hampered by Powerplay Expensive The Logitech G502 Hero was a hit with PCWorld reviewers before it went wireless because of its comfortable design, well-thought-out button layout and convenient dual-mode scroll. Thankfully all these features return in the update, but the G502 now has Powerplay compatibility—a feature we can’t speak highly enough of. The Powerplay system trickle-charges the mouse as you play, freeing you from having to charge it manually, and ensuring you’re never without power (read more about Logitech’s Powerplay Wireless Charging System.) The redesigned wireless G502 also sports a new rubber coated wheel instead of the metal one we saw in the wired version. This change reduces its weight down to just 114 grams, making it the lightest version you can get. This mouse’s 11-button selection places it in-between mice like the 18-button SteelSeries Aerox 9 and the smaller 6-button HyperX Pulsefire Haste, which makes it ideal as a do-it-all mouse that doesn’t shirk on functionality but won’t overwhelm you with having to remember too many commands. Read our full G502 Lightspeed review Keychron M3 – Most affordable Pros Very fast and precise 26,000 DPI sensor Well-proportioned and very comfortable The quickest buttons I’ve ever used Cons It would have been more convenient for the DPI button to be placed where the RGB button currently sits Mac users will have to wait on a software app It’s currently only being sold at Keychron’s store online Every once in a while a gaming mouse pops up that blows my mind with how good a value it is. In 2023 that’s definitely Keychron’s M3 gaming mouse that costs just $49. Not only does it sport dual wireless connectivity in the form of low-latency 2.4GHz and Bluetooth 5.1, it also has wired connectivity via a USB cable. Adding to that is a very powerful 26,000 DPI sensor with flawless tracking and some of the quickest buttons I’ve ever used. But alas there’s more: The M3 also shows off a comfortable, well-proportioned design that weighs just 79 grams, which is exceptionally light considering all that useful wireless connectivity on board. The nine buttons all feel very clean and clicky, but what’s arguably even better is that Keychron has dedicated four of them to various settings, allowing you to change DPI, polling rates, RGB effects, and connectivity modes mid-game without having to go into the mouse’s companion software app. Read our full Keychron M3 review HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Wireless – Best value for money Pros The solid top back is comfortable and stylish Its 26,000 DPI sensor can target at lightning speeds Bluetooth functionality makes it one of the most versatile esports mice Cons The compact buttons can feel a bit cramped at times There’s just the one RGB zone to play with It’s more expensive than its predecessor Shipping for $89.99 the HyperX Pulsefire 2 Wireless isn’t so much a cheap mouse as it is an excellent value-for-money proposition. By that I mean you’d be very hard pressed to find an esports mouse that weighs just 61 grams, with a 26,000 DPI sensor, dual wireless functionality, RGB lighting, and a compact symmetrical shape for this price. But beyond that, the Haste 2 Wireless is just a stellar performer that will handle even the fastest FPS action with ease. Additionally, the HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Wireless boasts a DPI switch button so you can toggle through DPIs while you play. In regard to its sizing, it’s quite a versatile mouse, easily fitting small, right through to large hands. Although, medium-sized hands will undoubtedly feel the most comfortable on its moderate-sized body. Read our full HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Wireless review Razer Naga V2 Pro – Best for MMO / MOBA games Pros The Swappable button plates let you tailor your button setup to your game’s command load The sensor is very accurate and without a hint of lag There’s tons of comfort and the build quality is excellent Cons The Razer Gen 3 Optical Switches are a little stiff at first and need wearing in It weighs 134 grams which is quite heavy even for an MMO mouse It’s currently very expensive The Razer Naga V2 Pro follows in the footsteps of the Razer Naga Trinity, featuring magnetic swappable side-button plates that let you customize your button setup to match your gameplay. The side-button plates include a 12-, 6-, and 2-button option. With the 12-button plate attached you get a maximum of 22 programable commands, which is just ideal for MMO and MOBA gaming. It’s also stacked with upgrades such as a sporty 30,000 DPI pro-grade Optical Sensor, wireless connectivity, and Razer Gen 3 Optical Switches for lighting-fast button responses. Admittedly, at 134 grams the Razer Naga V2 Pro does weigh a lot even for an MMO mouse. But in my playtesting, I found the weightiness provided a nice authenticity to weapons play that I scarcely ever get from wireless gaming mice. At its current price of $180 USD, it’s also not cheap. But considering how well it performed for me, it’s unlikely you will regret shelling out for such a capable mouse. Read our full Razer Naga V2 Pro review SteelSeries Aerox 9 – Best for MMO / MOBA games runner-up Pros 18 easily programmable buttons Weighs only 89 grams Dual Bluetooth 5.0 and 2.4GHz wireless Cons Some buttons on the side grid are hard to reach SteelSeries Aerox 9 is a rare find among wireless gaming mice in that it packs a whopping 18 programmable buttons but weighs just 89 grams. That makes it an excellent option if you like to tinker with…
The Ultimate Guide to the Best Wireless Gaming Mice of 2024: Unbiased Reviews and Top Picks
