Buying Guide
The Best Gaming Mice for League of Legends
We weighed five gaming mice on weight and button count; the Cobra HyperSpeed has the most button count, and the Model O Eternal costs the least.
By The PC Journal editorial team
12 min read5 products evaluated
League of Legends is a click-heavy game where extra buttons can hold item or ability bindings. Every pick has six or more buttons and weighs 80g or less, ordered by button count.
The order reflects weight, programmable buttons and max DPI from maker specifications; we did not test these gaming mice ourselves, and a missing max DPI is flagged, not filled in.
Quick Picks
Our 5 recommendations at a glance. Tap a pick for the full verdict.
Most Buttons
Razer Cobra HyperSpeed Wireless Gaming Mouse
The most button count here (9).
Best for: MMO hotbars on the thumb.
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Premium Pick
Razer DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed Wireless Gaming Mouse
Gen-3 optical switches rated for a 90-million-click lifecycle at the highest price in the group.
Best for: Buyers for whom price is not the deciding factor.
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Lowest Price Here
Glorious Model O Eternal Wired Gaming Mouse
Undercutting the Model O- on price when we checked.
Best for: Getting honeycomb shell for the least money.
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Also Consider
Glorious Model O- (Minus) Wired Gaming Mouse
A size Glorious lists for medium and small hands.
Best for: Buyers who want size Glorious lists for medium and small hands.
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Strong Alternative
Logitech G309 Lightspeed Wireless Mouse
68g with a lithium AA cell, 86g with an alkaline one.
Best for: Buyers who want 68g with a lithium AA cell, 86g with an alkaline one.
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Our Picks
Most Buttons1 of 5
Razer Cobra HyperSpeed Wireless Gaming Mouse on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The Cobra HyperSpeed is a 62g mouse Razer describes as suiting most grip styles, and it connects three ways: HyperSpeed, Bluetooth or USB-C.
Best for
- MMO hotbars on the thumb.
Skip if
- If budget leads, the Model O Eternal was cheaper at our last price check.
Why we like it
Razer offers up to 110 hours on the dongle and 170 on Bluetooth, and it can charge wirelessly on Razer's dock or puck, sold separately. On weight it sits mid-pack at 62g: the DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed weighs 55g, and the G309 comes in at 68g. On button count it leads this guide at 9, ahead of the DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed (8).
It also offers Gen-4 optical switches rated for over 100 million clicks and an optical scroll wheel. Keep the Cobra HyperSpeed on its dongle for games; Bluetooth is for a laptop. When we checked, only the G309 and cheaper picks cost less, and the DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed cost more.
Key dimensions & specs
- Weight: 62g
- Programmable buttons: 9
- Max DPI: 26,000
- Battery life: 110 hours
- Connection: HyperSpeed 2.4GHz, Bluetooth, USB-C (tri-mode)
Pros
- Light 62g body
- Up to 110 hours per charge
- Dongle plus Bluetooth
- Up to 170 hours on Bluetooth
Cons
- Costs more than the Model O Eternal at the time of writing
Premium Pick2 of 5
Razer DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed Wireless Gaming Mouse on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed trims the same family to 55g and uses a 26K sensor instead of the Pro's 30K.
Best for
- Buyers for whom price is not the deciding factor.
Skip if
- Skip it if price comes first: the Model O Eternal cost less when we checked.
Why we like it
Razer rates it for up to 100 hours per charge, and polling can be raised to 8000Hz by adding the HyperPolling Wireless Dongle. On weight it ties with the Model O Eternal at 55g. Its 8 button count ranks second of 5 here, behind the Cobra HyperSpeed (9) and ahead of the G309 (6).
A HyperSpeed 2.4GHz connection is unique to it among these picks, while the Model O- uses a wired connection. You also get Gen-3 optical switches rated for a 90-million-click lifecycle and USB-C charging. The DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed's dongle works best on a front USB port or an extender near the mouse. At our last price check it topped the group, with the Cobra HyperSpeed the nearest cheaper option.
Key dimensions & specs
- Weight: 55g
- Programmable buttons: 8
- Max DPI: 26,000
- Battery life: 100 hours
- Connection: HyperSpeed 2.4GHz
Pros
- Light 55g body
- Up to 100 hours per charge
- Gen-3 optical switches rated for a 90-million-click lifecycle
- Upgrade path to 8000Hz polling with Razer's HyperPolling Wireless Dongle
Cons
- Costs more than the Model O Eternal at the time of writing
Lowest Price Here3 of 5
Glorious Model O Eternal Wired Gaming Mouse on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Glorious's Model O Eternal is a 55g ambidextrous wired mouse with a honeycomb shell.
Best for
- Getting honeycomb shell for the least money.
Skip if
- Pass on it if button count of 6, behind the Cobra HyperSpeed (9 rules it out for your setup.
Why we like it
Its switches are rated for 80 million clicks. Its honeycomb shell brings the weight down to 55g, and the symmetrical shape works for most grips. The wired cable keeps latency and battery out of the picture.
On weight it ties with the DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed at 55g. It matches the Model O- and the G309 on button count (6). It shares a wired connection with the Model O-; the DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed goes with a HyperSpeed 2.4GHz connection.
It also offers Glorious CORE software for remapping. No other pick here cost less at our last price check, and the Model O- was closest. If you want a confirmed battery life, look to the Cobra HyperSpeed instead: it runs for 110 hours, while this one gives no figure.
Key dimensions & specs
- Weight: 55g
- Programmable buttons: 6
- Connection: Wired
- Shape: Ambidextrous
Pros
- Light 55g body
- No battery to charge
- Ambidextrous shape
- Honeycomb shell
Cons
- Button count of 6, behind the Cobra HyperSpeed (9)
Also Consider4 of 5
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
- Buyers who want size Glorious lists for medium and small hands.
Skip if
- Price-first buyers should look at the Model O Eternal, which cost less when we checked.
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. Its 58g weight ranks third of 5 here, behind the DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed (55g) and ahead of the G309 (68g).
On button count it ties with the Model O Eternal and the G309 at 6. Like the Model O Eternal, it has a wired connection, while the DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed uses a HyperSpeed 2.4GHz connection. You also get a honeycomb shell and a flexible braided cable.
Its price falls between the Model O Eternal and the G309, based on our last check. Buyers who need a confirmed battery life should compare it with the Cobra HyperSpeed, which runs for 110 hours.
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
- Costs more than the Model O Eternal at the time of writing
Strong Alternative5 of 5
Logitech G309 Lightspeed Wireless Mouse on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The G309 runs on a single AA cell and weighs 68g with a lithium battery.
Best for
- Buyers who want 68g with a lithium AA cell, 86g with an alkaline one.
Skip if
- Skip it if weight matters most to you; the DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed offers 55g.
Why we like it
It adds Bluetooth, which the G305 lacks. LIGHTFORCE hybrid switches combine optical speed with a mechanical feel, and six buttons are programmable. It runs on one AA battery.
One AA battery lasts over 300 hours, or indefinitely on a POWERPLAY mat, and a receiver extender and grip tape are included. On weight it trails the group at 68g, while the DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed weighs 55g. It matches the Model O Eternal and the Model O- on button count (6).
It also comes with a Hero 25K sensor. Keep the G309 on its dongle for games; Bluetooth is for a laptop. When we checked, only the Model O- and cheaper picks cost less, and the Cobra HyperSpeed cost more. Weight is its weakest area, and the DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed covers it better at 55g.
Key dimensions & specs
- Weight: 68g
- Programmable buttons: 6
- Connection: Lightspeed 2.4GHz, Bluetooth
Pros
- Dongle plus Bluetooth
- 68g with a lithium AA cell, 86g with an alkaline one
- Hero 25K sensor
Cons
- Weight trails the DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed (55g)
- Button count trails the Cobra HyperSpeed (9)
- Costs more than the Model O Eternal at the time of writing
How We Chose These Gaming Mice for League of Legends
Each pick was assessed across 4 criteria weighted for real-world use.
- What we compared
- We lined up five mice on weight, button count, max DPI and battery life as the makers state them. We did not test them in-house.
- What every pick has in common
- All 5, from the Cobra HyperSpeed to the G309, state weight, button count and connection.
- Where the specs have gaps
- The Model O Eternal, the Model O- and the G309 give no max DPI; the Model O Eternal, the Model O- and the G309 give no battery life.
- Price range
- At our last check the picks ran from the Model O Eternal (under $50) to the DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed ($50 to $100).
What to Look for in a Gaming Mouse for League of Legends
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
Weight across these picks
Here weight runs from 68g on the G309 to 55g on the DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed. The Model O Eternal comes second for less money.
How much button count you need
Here button count runs from 6 on the G309 to 9 on the Cobra HyperSpeed. The Cobra HyperSpeed is the pick for button count.
How much battery life you need
Here battery life runs from 100 hours on the DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed to 110 hours on the Cobra HyperSpeed. Start with the Cobra HyperSpeed if battery life decides it. No figure for the Model O Eternal, the Model O- and the G309.
What to check at home
Keep the Cobra HyperSpeed on its dongle for games; Bluetooth is for a laptop. The DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed's dongle works best on a front USB port or an extender near the mouse.
Extras that separate them
The Model O Eternal: mechanical switches rated for 80 million clicks. The Model O-: a honeycomb shell. The G309: a Hero 25K sensor.
How to Choose a Gaming Mouse for League of Legends
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| MMO hotbars on the thumb | Cobra HyperSpeed | The most button count here (9) |
| Buyers for whom price is not the deciding factor | DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed | Gen-3 optical switches rated for a 90-million-click lifecycle at the highest price in the group |
| Getting honeycomb shell for the least money | Model O Eternal | Undercutting the Model O- on price when we checked |
| Buyers who want size Glorious lists for medium and small hands | Model O- | A size Glorious lists for medium and small hands |
| Buyers who want 68g with a lithium AA cell, 86g with an alkaline one | G309 | 68g with a lithium AA cell, 86g with an alkaline one |
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Key specs side by side
The DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed leads on weight at 55g, ahead of the Model O Eternal at 55g. "Not listed" means the maker leaves that figure out.
| Mice | Weight | Programmable buttons | Max DPI | Battery life |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cobra HyperSpeed | 62g | 9 | 26,000 | 110 hours |
| DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed | 55g | 8 | 26,000 | 100 hours |
| Model O Eternal | 55g | 6 | Not listed | Not listed |
| Model O- | 58g | 6 | Not listed | Not listed |
| G309 | 68g | 6 | Not listed | Not listed |
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By price at the time of writing
The Model O Eternal was the lowest-priced pick and the DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed the highest when we checked; tiers move with Amazon pricing.
| Price tier | Mice |
|---|---|
| Under $50 | Model O Eternal, Model O- |
| About $50 to $100 | G309, Cobra HyperSpeed, DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Cobra HyperSpeed ahead of the DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed on button count?
The Cobra HyperSpeed leads at 9, with the DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed at 8. The G309 is at the other end of this group with 6.
How does the DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed compare with the Cobra HyperSpeed on battery life?
The Cobra HyperSpeed leads at 110 hours, with the DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed at 100 hours. The Model O Eternal, the Model O- and the G309 don't state a figure, so they sit outside this comparison.
What does the DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed add over the Model O Eternal?
On paper it adds button count (8 against 6). The Model O Eternal was the lowest-priced pick when we checked, so pay the difference only if those gains matter to you.
Why is the Cobra HyperSpeed our Most Buttons pick?
It earns the label for the most button count here (9). It suits MMO hotbars on the thumb.
Will the DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed work with my setup?
The DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed's dongle works best on a front USB port or an extender near the mouse. In this guide it ranks second of 5, as our Premium Pick pick.
What extras do the Cobra HyperSpeed and the DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed include?
The Cobra HyperSpeed: up to 170 hours on Bluetooth. The DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed: Gen-3 optical switches rated for a 90-million-click lifecycle. The Model O Eternal: a honeycomb shell.
Bottom Line
Our first pick is the Cobra HyperSpeed. Look at the DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed for Gen-3 optical switches rated for a 90-million-click lifecycle at the highest price in the group, the Model O Eternal for undercutting the Model O- on price when we checked and the Model O- for a size Glorious lists for medium and small hands if those matter more to you.
Bind the side buttons gradually; muscle memory takes some games.