Best wireless gaming mice 2024: Tested and approved

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 — you can find out all about our extensive testing process in the article “How we test gaming mice at PCWorld.”

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.

Why you should trust us: We aren’t just tech enthusiasts we’re also keen gamers and we’re always on the lookout for better gaming gear to get an edge in our favorite games. We know that we’re adding our expertise to a large body of PCWorld product news and reviews that goes back 40 years — that’s credibility we’ve built up over four decades. Consequently, we want to tell you exactly what we find in a product — the good, the bad and the in-between.

Updated September 6, 2024, to include the Lemokey G1 Wireless. This mouse costs just $69 but it has better maneuverability and specs than some of the top esports mice on the market that cost $150 or more. That includes a sensor that supports an impressive 8,000Hz wireless polling rate. Be sure to also check out our review of the Razer DeathAdder V3 Hyperspeed, another affordable esports mouse. Read on to find out more…






Razer Cobra Pro – Best wireless gaming mouse 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










Price When Reviewed:

149,99 €




Best Prices Today:



€126.63 at Cdiscount FR€127.46 at RueDuCommerce FR€149.99 at Razer





What I like about the Razer Cobra 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 me to set my 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 I also get the benefit of dedicated DPI up/down buttons, which is a rare luxury in pro-grade mice. This allows me to change DPI settings on the fly so I 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.

Who should buy the Razer Cobra Pro

Serious gamers looking for a do-it-all mouse with some of the best specs you can currently get. I’d also strongly recommend this mouse to gamers that tend to lift their mouse and want to have precise control over their mouse’s tracking when they do.

If you need a little more ergonomic glide, the kind only a thumb rest will give you, then be sure to check out the Logitech G502 Lightspeed. This mouse has a secret weapon — a side trigger button that lets you fire of commands at lightning speeds.

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Razer Cobra Pro review





Lemokey G1 Wireless mouse – Best value-for-money option





















Pros


Smooth glide and excellent maneuverability

An 8,000Hz wireless polling rate makes it very quick

RGB indicator lights denote polling rate and DPI

It weighs just 1.94 ounces (55 grams)



Cons


The very thin plastic lacks durability

Its compact size isn't ideal for palm grippers

You make settings changes on a website rather than a desktop app










Price When Reviewed:

69




Best Prices Today:



€69 at Keychron





Why I like the Lemokey G1 Wireless

The Lemokey G1 Wireless is one of the most maneuverable mice I’ve ever played with, able to change direction and perform micro movements with almost no friction. That makes it incredibly precise.

Why it can do that is obvious — it weighs just 1.94 ounces (55 grams) and has very large and smooth feet. From a hardware perspective, the Lemokey G1 Wireless leaves more expensive esports mice lagging. Its sensor is extremely sensitive, with a maximum DPI of 30,000. A whopping 8,000Hz polling rate — that’s twice as fast as some leading esports mice on the market — allows you to get more of your shots in on target.

Who should buy the Lemokey G1 Wireless?

Definitely esports players and gamers that want the very best performance they can get in quick competitive matches, but don’t want to pay more than $69 (the Lemokey G1’s price). That goes especially for players that like medium-sized mice since the Lemokey G1 Wireless isn’t as large.

Two other great value options for fast competitive play are the Keychron M3 mini 4K Metal Editon and the HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Wireless. The Keychron M3 mini 4K Metal Edition has a quick 4,000Hz polling rate, which is still lightning quick for esports. A hard metal case makes this mouse highly durable for carrying around.

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Lemokey G1 Wireless mouse review





Razer Naga V2 Pro – Best wireless gaming mouse 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

















Best Prices Today:



$179.99 at Razer





Why I like the Razer Naga V2 Pro

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. 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 4.72 ounces (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 not cheap. But considering how well it performed for me, it’s unlikely you will regret shelling out for such a capable mouse.

Who should buy the Razer Naga V2 Pro

The Razer Naga V2 Pro is perfect for gamers needing lots of buttons for MOBA and MMO games. With the mouse’s 12-button plate attached you get a maximum of 22 programable commands, which is just ideal for letting fly spells and other commands in games like WoW.

We have two more excellent options to recommend for MMO gamers: First is the SteelSeries Aerox 9. It’s a great all-around MMO mouse with a side grid of 10 buttons. If you don’t need a grid, however, it’s hard to beat the smooth glide, solid feeling, and accurate performance of the Razer Basilisk Ultimate.

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Razer Naga V2 Pro review





Corsair M75 Wireless – Best ambidextrous grip





















Pros


Swappable side buttons accommodate both left- and right-handed players

The sensor is very precise and accurate

Attractive RGB accents



Cons


At 3.13 ounces (89 grams) it's not the largest FPS gaming mouse

It costs more than its stablemate the Corsair M75 Air

The main buttons have along travel


















Why I like the Corsair M75 Wireless

A lot of gaming mice claim to be ambidextrous, but most have little more than a symmetrical design to accommodate true ambidextrous play. Not so the Corsair M75 Wireless which, yes, boasts a symmetrical design, but also buttons on both its left and right flanks. That means it can be just as easily used with a left- or right-handed grip and with full button functionality.

Apart from that bonus, the Corsair M75 Wireless is just a great all round gaming mouse with a weight profile ideal for casual play. It sports a powerful 26,000 DPI Optical sensor, 1,000Hz polling rate and buttons featuring Corsair QuickStrike switches that feel soft and quick.

The M75 Wireless also benefits from very quick sub-1 millisecond Wi-Fi connectivity which, suffice to say, proved a real asset in our playtesting. It meant our shots hit home on targets with lightning speed and accuracy.

Who should buy the Corsair M75 Wireless?

The Corsair M75 Wireless’s ambidextrous buttons make it a great option for southpaws or if you share your gaming mouse with a southpaw. If that’s you, then look no further – you’ve found your gaming mouse!

If you’re a right-hander and like the idea of having that extra versatility at your fingertips, you’ll find the Corsair M75 Wireless handles as well as any other right-handed gaming mouse – so it’s not just for ambidextrous folks.

Our playtesting revealed the M75 to be best suited for causal gaming rather than competitive FPS gaming. It’s also a great mouse for gaming in a range of genres. If you’re more into esports, or fast competitive FPS matches you might want to consider the Corsair M75 Air as an alternative. It’s a lot lighter and also $20 cheaper.

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Corsair M75 Wireless review





Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro – Best pro-grade wireless gaming mouse





















Pros


Ultra light and quick off the mark

Perfectly chiseled to the contours of your hand

The 30,000 DPI sensor is very impressive



Cons


It'll cost you extra to upgrade to 4000Hz hyper polling

Has fewer buttons than its predecessor

DPI button is located on the underside

















Best Prices Today:



$149.99 at Razer





Why I like the Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro

The Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro has everything you need to perform at your best in quick, competitive matches, including a comfortable ultra-lightweight 2.22-ounce (63 grams) design that’s perfectly chiseled to the contours of your hand, a flawless 30,000 DPI optical sensor, and very quick Razer Gen 3 Optical Switches in the buttons, which incidentally are some of the quickest I’ve used.

Better still, the V3 Pro incorporates a few sweetener technologies that can provide big performance boosts if you’re willing to take the time to apply them. Two of these are, Asymmetric Cut-off distance, and hyper polling. The former lets you set a very precise landing distance up to 26 granular levels of adjustment — that’s 23 levels more than what you get in some pro-grade gaming mice. The latter, ramps up the V3’s default 1,000Hz polling rate to a lightning-quick 4,000Hz, although you will need to shell out an extra $29.99 for a HyperPolling dongle for the privilege.

And therein lies the biggest drawback with the V3 Pro — its cost. It’s currently wearing a $150 USD price tag which makes it quite an investment. Still, if you’re looking for the very best performance you can get, it’s totally worth it.

Who should buy the Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro

When I’m talking the absolute best of the best esports mice that money can buy, there’s only a few mice that come to mind, and the Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro is one of them. Yes, it’s expensive but if you’re a pro gamer or just seriously into your competitive FPS games, you won’t regret buying this mouse.

Buying a pro grade mouse is like buying a Ferrari, you really want one that looks and feels perfect for you specifically. So, be sure to read up on these other excellent options that come highly recommended by us: the Logitech G Pro X 2 Superlight, Logitech G Pro X Superlight, and Asus ROG Harpe Ace Aim Lab Edition.

A more affordable option than these giants of esports is the Razer DeathAdder V3 Hyperspeed. This esports mouse is extremely well-honed for the fastest competitive play, but it costs just $100. It’s also a better option for many claw grippers because of its slightly shorter length.

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Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro review





Roccat Burst Pro Air – Best RGB lighting





















Pros


Owl-Eye sensor is very precise and quick

You won't find a mouse with more stunning RGB lighting

Dual wireless as well as wired connectivity



Cons


81-gram weight can feel heavy if you're used to a lighter mouse

Mouse wheel lacks left and right lateral clicks

Pricey compared to some rivals

















Best Prices Today:



79.99 at ROCCAT





Why I like the Roccat Burst Pro Air

While some gaming mice only have limited RGB lighting around their buttons or periphery, the Roccat Burst Pro goes all out with four dedicated programmable RGB lighting zones that light up the whole mouse like a firecracker. Suffice to say, with 16.8 million color options in Roccat’s Swarm software app to play with, you can get some dazzling lighting effects on this mouse.

But while the Pro Air is genuinely stunning to look at, it’s equally as proficient in games, thanks to its comfortable eight-button configuration, powerful 19,000 DPI Owl-Eye optical sensor, and low-latency switches, which have a 100-million-click durability rating.

The Pro Air is also an extremely versatile mouse, thanks to its multiple connectivity options, which include a low-latency 2.4GHz Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.2, and a USB-A to USB-C cable for wired connectivity.

Who should buy the Roccat Burst Pro Air

This is a great choice for gamers who like to really make a visual impact in their gaming dens. What you see in my photo is just one example of the dazzling affects you can get with this mouse, the sky’s the limit really!

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ROCCAT Burst Pro Air review





Alienware Pro Wireless Gaming Mouse – Most versatile esports mouse





















Pros


4KHz wireless polling rate

The buttons are soft and have a quick debounce

The Alienware styling looks awesome

One of the most precise mouse wheels I've used

Weighs just over 2 ounces



Cons


The back could do with more height

There's no RGB lighting

It's quite large so won't suit everyone


















Why I like the Alienware Pro Wireless Gaming Mouse

Gaming mice manufacturers are gradually releasing their premium-grade esports mice to include 4KHz polling rates, a reporting rate so quick that previously only tethered mice had it. The Alienware Pro Wireless isn’t the first to have this functionality, but it is one of the first to make it a feature right out of the box, without you needing to pay for an additional hyper-polling dongle.

That functionality alone means you’re going to get the quickest wireless reporting rate for aiming and tracking players in FPS games that you can in a wireless mouse. But it’s not the only thing that makes the Pro Wireless such an excellent performer for esports. It also has a very precise 26,000 DPI sensor, very soft buttons with a very quick debounce, and a comfortable symmetrical grip that is perfectly molded to your hand. If you need more speed and precision in your game, one of these speed demons is just what the doctor ordered.

Who should buy the Alienware Pro Wireless Gaming Mouse

Pro gamers who want the quickest wireless polling rate that you can currently get in a mouse. It’s also a red-hot performance dynamo so if you want to perform at your best, this mouse can get you there. If you’re a fan of Alienware laptops, as I am, you’ll also get a big kick out of having an Alienware mouse; it’s one-of-a-kind among pro gaming mice.

If you’re in the search for an ultralight esports mouse you might also want to consider the Cherry Xtrfy M8 Wireless. This featherweight mouse feels barely there in your palm, weighing just 1.94 ounces (55 grams). It also lets you set a debounce rate of 2,4,8 or 12 milliseconds so that you can reduce double clicks or hone your clicks per second.

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Alienware Pro Wireless Gaming Mouse review





MSI Clutch GM51 Lightweight Wireless – Easiest to recharge





















Pros


Charging dock included

Long battery life

Current high-end sensor from Pixart

Omron switches

Three connection modes (2.4GHz, Bluetooth, wired)

Good price-performance ratio



Cons


A bit heavy for 'Lightweight'

Software is a little convoluted










Price When Reviewed:

99,90 €




Best Prices Today:



€63.9 at RueDuCommerce FR€79.9 at Cdiscount FR€90.19 at Macway FR





Why I like the MSI Clutch GM51 Lightweight Wireless

The MSI Clutch GM51 is flanked by unique RGB Diamond Lightgrips that bestow a drool-worthy gamer-centric look. These grips also provide your hand with excellent grip and precision control of movement. For hardware, this mouse boasts quick Omron Switches in its buttons and a 26,000 DPI Pixart PAW-3395 sensor supporting three-pronged connectivity — 2.4GHz Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and a wired connection.

In our playtesting we found the sensor to be very fast and precise. It was also extremely smooth thanks to an MSI technology called “Motion Sync” that kept our mouse movements precisely in sync with our game.

By far one of the best features of the GM51 is its excellent rechargeability. Not only does it come with a convenient charging dock, but it’s also one of the fastest USB charging mice you can buy, with 15 minutes charging time being all that’s needed for 27 hours of wireless play.

Who should buy the MSI Clutch GM51 Lightweight Wireless

Gamers who want a lightning-fast FPS gaming mouse, but also don’t want to compromise on how their gaming mouse looks — you simply don’t see many FPS gaming mice with stunning RGB accents like this one. It also suits gamers who like the convenience of having a charging dock to charge between games.

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MSI Clutch GM51 Lightweight Wireless review





SteelSeries Rival 650 – Best for lifters