Whether you’re looking for the perfect all-rounder, a lightweight choice for competitive multiplayer, or even a left-hand option, our list of the best gaming mice in 2024 has you covered.
By Steven Petite and Darryn Bonthuys on April 25, 2024 at 4:16PM PDT
Best Wired Ambidextrous Gaming Mouse
Best Left-handed MMO/MOBA Mouse
Razer Naga Left-handed Edition
Best Precision Gaming Mouse
Logitech G502 Lightspeed Wireless
Best Customizable Gaming Mouse
Best Gaming Mouse for Competitive Online Multiplayer
Finding the right gaming mouse is a crucial decision when it comes to constructing or upgrading your PC setup. For most, a mouse is merely an apparatus to navigate their computer, yet for gamers, it’s much more. Different games and genres necessitate additional features like programmable thumb buttons. Every gamer has their personal choices regarding weight, dimensions, and ergonomics. Some gaming mice are versatile, while others focus purely on precise execution in certain sectors. Considering the variables and options, we at GameSpot have examined an extensive range of gaming mice to select the top contenders. Mentioned below, we have listed the best in numerous categories.
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Gaming mice developers have incrementally enhanced mouse designs throughout the years. Hence, whether you routinely update your setup or you’re contemplating a mouse upgrade after several years, the current technologies are likely to impact the control of your preferred games. This enumeration addresses everything: programmable buttons, RGB lighting, wired versus wireless, scroll wheels, optical detectors, financial factors, and more. If you’ve been searching for your perfect gaming mouse, we are confident you’ll find it amongst these options.
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Even after being on the market for over 15 years, the DeathAdder continues to be a standout choice as a gaming mouse. The level of quality it has maintained over the years in an ever-growing market is nothing short of astounding. It stands as a perfect choice for gaming enthusiasts to this day.
The DeathAdder V2 Pro has held our recommendation ever since this list first came to be. It’s not shocking that the only mouse that managed to dethrone it is its successor, the DeathAdder V3 Pro. This new flagship offering by Razer brings smart enhancements to the already brilliant design.
Much like the previous model, the DeathAdder V3 Pro suits those with medium to large hand sizes perfectly. Its subtle curvature makes it a right-hand-exclusive mouse, which also forms a comfortable groove for your thumb. This shape provides excellent ergonomics for your palm, fingers, and wrist.
Oh, and the duo of side buttons — those are optical switches — feel great to press and are particularly well-positioned. The scroll wheel gives good tactile feedback and is nicely precise. With a lifespan of 90 million clicks for all switches, the main buttons boast an ultra-fast 0.2 milliseconds actuation time. A win for the V3 Pro this round, as they upgraded the optical sensor to support a whopping 30K CPI sensitivity, up from the previous 20K in its predecessor.
Upon upgrading from the V2, the first noticeable aspect is the weight difference. The V3 Pro weighs a meagre 63 grams, which marks it as extremely lightweight compared to the 88 gram V2 Pro. However, the V3 Pro still maintains solid stability and impeccable build quality, with no weak facets or creaks. The matte finish averts finger stains, whether you choose the white or black version.
The V3 Pro boasts a remarkable 90-hour runtime on a full charge, and can connect via Razer’s 2.4GHz HyperSpeed wireless technology or USB-C.
If you particularly desire RGB backlighting, it would be more apt to stick with the V2 Pro. In a departure from the norm, the V3 has no Chroma RGB backlighting, which is somewhat unexpected for a Razer product. However, with its design centred around competitive gamers, the V3 Pro keeps clear of distractions.
For right-handed players with a fondness for first-person shooters, the DeathAdder V3 Pro is an unbeatable choice.
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If you choose the SteelSeries Prime, it’s hard to go wrong. As the flagship mouse of SteelSeries, it delivers steady, top-notch performance, while fulfilling the promise of being durable and lightweight. The mouse comes with magnetic optical switches, allowing for faster response times. These magnetic switches present an added benefit – they can potentially outlive regular mouse buttons thanks to their design.
As the design of the Prime is more inclined towards right-handed individuals, its side buttons can be found on the left-hand side of the mouse. The unique aspect about this mouse is its shape – slightly deviant from the standard design of similar gaming mice in its category, the Prime features a more rounded curvature. So, regardless of your grip preference during gaming, the Prime can promise comfort and ease, even for extended gaming sessions. After using the Prime for hundreds of hours, we find that it maintains its original feel.
However, it is pertinent to mention that the minimalist design may mean that it’s better suited for first-person shooter competitive games. Despite this, the Prime can confidently compete with the best in its category, and its price is quite reasonable. Its performance is just excellent, providing precise improvements due to its well-tuned optical sensor whilst maintaining a clear 2.4GHz wireless connection. If one had to nitpick, it would be about the battery life – the Prime provides up to 100 hours between charges, which although good, is outdone by other popular choices, including another SteelSeries mouse featured on our list.
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The Corsair Katar Pro Wireless gaming mouse is as streamlined as possible. Its compact structure is comfortable to hold during extensive sessions, and its minimal button count maintains simplicity in terms of mapping controls and adjusting DPI sensitivity. It may not compete with high-end mice featuring a 10,000 DPI optical sensor, yet it offers ample sensitivity for the average person.
A distinctive element about the Katar Pro Wireless is its operation on a single AA battery. Though this might come off as an inconvenience, it ensures 135 hours of total charge time. Using rechargeable batteries will make it possible to use the Katar Pro extensively without worrying about it losing charge – an issue encountered with mice having internal, non-replaceable batteries.
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The SteelSeries Sensei Ten is a cost-effective, ambidextrous gaming mouse with a robust design. Its matte polymer shell coating is superior to the original Sensei’s glossy metallic finish and far better than its rubber-coated RAW editions. The mouse buttons deliver a noticeably better action, using dual-spring mechanisms rated for 60 million clicks as opposed to single setups.
Unlike its predecessor, the Sensei Ten switches to software-only solutions for programmable buttons and doesn’t offer the extensive RGB customization seen in other SteelSeries mice. It, however, boasts SteelSeries’ current TrueMove Pro sensor – a high-resolution 50–18,000 DPI optical sensor promising to maintain 1:1 tracking, even during high-speed movements or lifting the mouse. This feature may seem excessive unless you’re a top-tier player needing extreme sensitivity levels, but it certainly contributes to the Sensei Ten’s responsive, precise gaming experience across various surfaces. Despite these top-tier attributes, it’s ultimately the Sensei line’s ergonomics, construction, and comfort that stand out.
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Conquering an MMO-genre game requires access to numerous skills simultaneously, and with the Razer Naga V2 Pro, you’ll be able to execute spells and special attacks swiftly.
Razer gaming mice are renowned for their unparalleled speed, reliability, and smoothness. Particularly, the Naga Pro stands out with its three switchable side plates that offer two, six, and 12-button setups.
The Naga Pro also boasts a wireless mode that matches the performance of the wired mode, an impressive battery life spanning up to 300 hours, and a flawless 30K DPI optical sensor.
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Left-handed gamers often struggle to find gaming mice designed for their preference. While some gaming mice claim ‘ambidextrous’ form factor as a selling point, these often position shortcut buttons in a way that would be convenient for right-handed users, thereby frustrating left-handed gamers. However, the Razer Naga addresses this concern, offering a left-handed model. This model, although based on an older version of the Naga rather than the latest Naga V2 Pro, still comes equipped with excellent features and specifications. Particularly, it offers several additional programmable thumb buttons, making it ideal for MMO and MOBA players.
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Undoubtedly an all-time favorite in the world of gaming peripherals, the Logitech G502 got significantly better with the introduction of its wireless feature. Sporting a design that continues to impress with its futuristic appeal, this model touts a 25K optical sensor for impeccable accuracy and a free-spinning scroll wheel for easy navigation. As a model that truly stands out, the G502 offers the convenience of wireless charging through the power play wireless charging system, virtually eradicating the need for any cords on your desk.
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Setting a benchmark in the gaming mouse industry, the R.A.T. 8+ ADV is indeed a radical innovation. Resembling some gadget straight of a sci-fi movie, it is chock-full of advanced features. Highly adaptable, it allows for customization of its physical features as well as internal specifications. It features an ingenious modular form that allows you to exchange different components including rests for your thumbs, palms, and pinkies. Moreover, it features two tilt wheels— one conventional middle tilt wheel right between the clicks, and an additional barrel scroll located under the thumb. Taking into account both scroll wheels, the R.A.T. 8+ ADV comes equipped with 11 buttons in total. Each of these buttons can be programmed as per your convenience using Mad Catz’s desktop app compatible with Windows. To add to its impressiveness, this model permits on-the-go modification of functionalities through its quick DPI toggle for switching between four pre-set sensitivity levels, and an option to add or remove the included weight plates.
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The Logitech G Pro X Superlight 2 isn’t flashy. It sports a standard–and, frankly, plain–design free of frills like thumb rests or ornate RGB lighting. You get two clicks, a scrolls wheel, and two side buttons that rest right under your thumb–but that’s it. However, the Logitech G Pro offers excellent in-game precision thanks to its lightweight, wireless form factor and powerful Logitech Hero2 sensor. And since it doesn’t require tons of extra battery to power unnecessary features, it also sports a long 95-hour battery life.
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