Buying Guide
The Best Gaming Mice for Fingertip Grip
Four gaming mice compared, from the M725 to the Viper V3 Pro, with the trade-offs of each named.
By The PC Journal editorial team
11 min read4 products evaluated
A fingertip grip lifts the palm off the mouse, so a small, light, symmetrical shape is easier to move with the fingers. Every mouse here lists a weight of 60g or less and a compact, symmetrical or ambidextrous shape.
We sorted these picks by weight, programmable buttons and max DPI, working from the makers' own data; if a maker skips programmable buttons, the guide says so, and no figure here comes from our own testing.
Quick Picks
Our 4 recommendations at a glance. Tap a pick for the full verdict.
Lowest Price Here
Redragon M725 Wireless Gaming Mouse
The lowest price of the group at our last check.
Best for: Buyers who would rather put the savings elsewhere than into the Model O 2 Mini.
Our take Check price for Redragon M725 Wireless Gaming Mouse (opens in a new tab)
Also Consider
Glorious Model O 2 Mini Wired Gaming Mouse
A symmetrical shape Glorious lists for palm, claw and fingertip grips.
Best for: Buyers who want symmetrical shape Glorious lists for palm, claw and fingertip grips.
Our take Check price for Glorious Model O 2 Mini Wired Gaming Mouse (opens in a new tab)
Premium Pick
Razer Viper V3 Pro Wireless
A Focus Pro 35K sensor at the highest price in the group.
Best for: Buyers for whom price is not the deciding factor, since the M725 costs less.
Our take Check price for Razer Viper V3 Pro Wireless (opens in a new tab)
Most Buttons
Glorious Model O- (Minus) Wired Gaming Mouse
The most button count here (6).
Best for: Macros and editing shortcuts.
Our take Check price for Glorious Model O- (Minus) Wired Gaming Mouse (opens in a new tab)
| Pick | Why it’s here | Best for | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| The lowest price of the group at our last check. | Buyers who would rather put the savings elsewhere than into the Model O 2 Mini. | Check price for Redragon M725 Wireless Gaming Mouse (opens in a new tab) |
| A symmetrical shape Glorious lists for palm, claw and fingertip grips. | Buyers who want symmetrical shape Glorious lists for palm, claw and fingertip grips. | Check price for Glorious Model O 2 Mini Wired Gaming Mouse (opens in a new tab) |
| A Focus Pro 35K sensor at the highest price in the group. | Buyers for whom price is not the deciding factor, since the M725 costs less. | Check price for Razer Viper V3 Pro Wireless (opens in a new tab) |
| The most button count here (6). | Macros and editing shortcuts. | Check price for Glorious Model O- (Minus) Wired Gaming Mouse (opens in a new tab) |
Our Picks
Lowest Price Here1 of 4
Redragon M725 Wireless Gaming Mouse on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Redragon's M725 is a 49g symmetrical tri-mode mouse with a honeycomb shell.
Best for
- Buyers who would rather put the savings elsewhere than into the Model O 2 Mini.
Skip if
- Look at the others if this bothers you: button count of 5, behind the Model O- (6).
Why we like it
It stores five configuration modes onboard. It matches the Model O 2 Mini on weight (49g). You also get tri-mode connection at a budget price.
Keep the M725 on its dongle for games; Bluetooth is for a laptop. Another plus: light 49g body. The nearest alternative on weight is the Viper V3 Pro at 54g, against 49g here.
It makes the most sense for buyers who would rather put the savings elsewhere than into the Model O 2 Mini, since it offers the lowest price of the group at our last check. It undercut the Model O 2 Mini and every other pick on price at the time of writing. The main gap: button count of 5, behind the Model O- (6). If that matters, the Model O- offers 6.
Key dimensions & specs
- Weight: 49g
- Programmable buttons: 5
- Max DPI: 8,000
- Connection: 2.4GHz, Bluetooth, wired
- Shape: Symmetrical
Pros
- Light 49g body
- Dongle plus Bluetooth
- Honeycomb shell
- 5 onboard configuration modes
Cons
- Button count of 5, behind the Model O- (6)
Also Consider2 of 4
Glorious Model O 2 Mini Wired Gaming Mouse on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Glorious's Model O 2 Mini is a 49g symmetrical wired mouse with a 26K sensor.
Best for
- Buyers who want symmetrical shape Glorious lists for palm, claw and fingertip grips.
Skip if
- Pass if a published button count matters; this one has none.
Why we like it
Glorious lists it for palm, claw and fingertip grips. It weighs 49g in a compact symmetrical shape for palm, claw or fingertip grips. The wired design avoids charging.
Glorious rates its switches for 80 million clicks, and the sensor includes Motion Sync. Six programmable buttons cover the usual binds without adding weight. On weight it ties with the M725 at 49g.
It shares a wired connection with the Model O-; the Viper V3 Pro goes with a HyperSpeed 2.4GHz connection. It was priced above the M725 and below the Model O- at the time of writing. There is no published button count figure, whereas the Model O- offers 6.
Key dimensions & specs
- Weight: 49g
- Max DPI: 26,000
- Connection: Wired
- Shape: Symmetrical, compact
Pros
- Light 49g body
- No battery to charge
- Symmetrical shape Glorious lists for palm, claw and fingertip grips
- 26K optical sensor
Cons
- No published button count
- Costs more than the M725 at the time of writing
Premium Pick3 of 4
Razer Viper V3 Pro Wireless on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Razer's Viper V3 Pro is a 54g symmetrical esports mouse with a Focus Pro 35K sensor and 8000Hz wireless polling.
Best for
- Buyers for whom price is not the deciding factor, since the M725 costs less.
Skip if
- Skip it if you need to know its button count before buying; the maker doesn't publish one.
Why we like it
It has 95 hours of battery life. On weight it sits mid-pack at 54g: the M725 weighs 49g, and the Model O- comes in at 58g. A HyperSpeed 2.4GHz connection is unique to it among these picks, while the Model O- uses a wired connection.
The Viper V3 Pro's dongle works best on a front USB port or an extender near the mouse. Polling above 1,000Hz shortens battery life and needs a CPU with headroom. At our last price check it topped the group, with the Model O- the nearest cheaper option. If you want a confirmed button count, look to the Model O- instead: it offers 6, while this one gives no figure.
Key dimensions & specs
- Weight: 54g
- Max DPI: 35,000
- Battery life: 95 hours
- Polling rate: 8,000Hz
- Connection: HyperSpeed 2.4GHz
- Shape: Symmetrical
Pros
- Light 54g body
- 8,000Hz polling
- Focus Pro 35K sensor
- 8000Hz wireless polling
Cons
- No published button count
- Costs more than the M725 at the time of writing
Most Buttons4 of 4
Glorious Model O- (Minus) Wired Gaming Mouse on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The Model O- shrinks Glorious's ambidextrous shape to a size listed for medium and small hands.
Best for
- Macros and editing shortcuts.
Skip if
- Skip it if weight matters most to you; the M725 offers 49g.
Why we like it
It weighs 58g. Its PTFE skates glide smoothly, and lift-off distance is under 0.7mm. Omron switches are rated for 20 million clicks.
Its paracord-style Ascended cable is light enough to feel close to wireless. Pure PTFE Glorious Skates help it glide, and the shape works in either hand. On weight it trails the group at 58g, while the M725 weighs 49g.
It shares a wired connection with the Model O 2 Mini; the Viper V3 Pro goes with a HyperSpeed 2.4GHz connection. It also comes with a honeycomb shell and a flexible braided cable. When we checked, only the Model O 2 Mini and cheaper picks cost less, and the Viper V3 Pro cost more. Weight is its weakest area, and the M725 covers it better at 49g.
Key dimensions & specs
- Weight: 58g
- Programmable buttons: 6
- Connection: Wired
- Shape: Ambidextrous, compact
Pros
- Light 58g body
- No battery to charge
- Ambidextrous shape
- Size Glorious lists for medium and small hands
Cons
- Weight trails the M725 (49g)
- Costs more than the M725 at the time of writing
How We Chose These Gaming Mice for Fingertip Grip
Each pick was assessed across 4 criteria weighted for real-world use.
- How these picks were ranked
- We lined up four mice on weight, button count, max DPI and connection, using each maker's published specs. These are research figures, not bench results: 2 of 4 picks leave out button count.
- The shared baseline
- All 4, from the M725 to the Model O-, state weight, connection and shape.
- Where the specs have gaps
- The Model O 2 Mini and the Viper V3 Pro give no button count; the Model O- gives no max DPI.
- Price range
- At our last check the picks ran from the M725 (under $50) to the Viper V3 Pro ($100 to $150).
What to Look for in a Gaming Mouse for Fingertip Grip
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
Weight
Across these 4 picks weight spans 58g (the Model O-) to 49g (the M725). Start with the M725 if weight decides it.
How much button count you need
Here button count runs from 5 on the M725 to 6 on the Model O-, a 20% spread. The Model O- is the pick for button count. The Model O 2 Mini and the Viper V3 Pro give no button count figure, so 2 of 4 picks are compared here.
What to check at home
Keep the M725 on its dongle for games; Bluetooth is for a laptop. The Viper V3 Pro's dongle works best on a front USB port or an extender near the mouse.
Features beyond the spec table
The Model O 2 Mini: a 26K optical sensor. The Viper V3 Pro: 8000Hz wireless polling. The Model O-: a honeycomb shell.
Budget
Under $50 buys the M725, the Model O 2 Mini and the Model O-; $100 to $150 buys the Viper V3 Pro at our last check.
How to Choose a Gaming Mouse for Fingertip Grip
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Buyers who would rather put the savings elsewhere than into the Model O 2 Mini | M725 | The lowest price of the group at our last check |
| Buyers who want symmetrical shape Glorious lists for palm, claw and fingertip grips | Model O 2 Mini | A symmetrical shape Glorious lists for palm, claw and fingertip grips |
| Buyers for whom price is not the deciding factor, since the M725 costs less | Viper V3 Pro | A Focus Pro 35K sensor at the highest price in the group |
| Macros and editing shortcuts | Model O- | The most button count here (6) |
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Key specs side by side
The M725 leads on weight at 49g, ahead of the Model O 2 Mini at 49g. "Not listed" marks button count where the Model O 2 Mini and the Viper V3 Pro leave the figure out.
| Mice | Weight | Programmable buttons | Max DPI | Connection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| M725 | 49g | 5 | 8,000 | 2.4GHz, Bluetooth, wired |
| Model O 2 Mini | 49g | Not listed | 26,000 | Wired |
| Viper V3 Pro | 54g | Not listed | 35,000 | HyperSpeed 2.4GHz |
| Model O- | 58g | 6 | Not listed | Wired |
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By price at the time of writing
At our last check the cheapest pick, the M725, sat in the under $50 tier, 2 tiers in all up to the Viper V3 Pro at $100 to $150; Amazon prices move, so recheck before buying.
| Price tier | Mice |
|---|---|
| Under $50 | M725, Model O 2 Mini, Model O- |
| About $100 to $150 | Viper V3 Pro |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the most button count: the Model O- or the M725?
Between the top two, it is 6 on the Model O- against 5 on the M725, a 20% difference. The Model O 2 Mini and the Viper V3 Pro are left out of this ranking because their button count isn't stated; 2 of 4 picks are ranked.
Is the Viper V3 Pro worth paying more than the M725?
The Viper V3 Pro matches or trails the M725 on weight, so pay more only for a feature the spec sheet doesn't cover. The M725 leads on weight (49g). The M725 sat in the under $50 tier and the Viper V3 Pro in the $100 to $150 tier when we checked, with 2 other picks between them.
What makes the Model O- the Most Buttons?
It carries the badge for the most button count here (6). The M725 is next on button count at 5, so this pick's 6 is 20% further out. It gives up weight (58g against 49g) to the M725, the cheapest pick. It makes sense for macros and editing shortcuts.
What should I check before buying the Viper V3 Pro?
The Viper V3 Pro's dongle works best on a front USB port or an extender near the mouse. In this guide it ranks third of 4, as our Premium Pick, and third of 4 on weight (54g).
Beyond the specs, what sets the M725 and the Model O 2 Mini apart?
The M725: a honeycomb shell. The Model O 2 Mini: a symmetrical shape Glorious lists for palm, claw and fingertip grips. The Viper V3 Pro: a Focus Pro 35K sensor.
Bottom Line
Our first pick is the M725, chosen for the lowest price of the group at our last check. Look at the Model O 2 Mini for a symmetrical shape Glorious lists for palm, claw and fingertip grips and the Viper V3 Pro for a Focus Pro 35K sensor at the highest price in the group if those matter more to you.
Measure your hand from the wrist crease to the middle fingertip and compare it with the listed length before ordering.