Buying Guide
The Best Gaming Mice Under $60
From the Model O 2 Mini to the G309: five gaming mice ranked on weight and button count, with who should skip each one.
By The PC Journal editorial team
12 min read5 products evaluated
Between $40 and $60 lighter and wireless gaming mice appear. Every mouse cost 40 to 60 when we checked and lists its sensor and connection.
We sorted these picks by weight, programmable buttons and max DPI, working from the makers' own data; nothing here was tested in-house, and if a maker skips programmable buttons, the guide says so.
Quick Picks
Our 5 recommendations at a glance. Tap a pick for the full verdict.
Lightest Mouse
Glorious Model O 2 Mini Wired Gaming Mouse
The lightest weight here (49g).
Best for: Fast flick aiming.
Our take Check price for Glorious Model O 2 Mini Wired Gaming Mouse (opens in a new tab)
Ambidextrous Shape
ASUS ROG Strix Impact III Wireless
An ambidextrous shape.
Best for: Buyers who want an ambidextrous shape.
Our take Check price for ASUS ROG Strix Impact III Wireless (opens in a new tab)
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.
Our take Check price for Glorious Model O- (Minus) Wired Gaming Mouse (opens in a new tab)
Strong Alternative
Razer DeathAdder V3 Wired Gaming Mouse
The DeathAdder ergonomic shape refined with esports players.
Best for: Buyers who want DeathAdder ergonomic shape refined with esports players.
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Worth a Look
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
Lightest Mouse1 of 5
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
- Fast flick aiming.
Skip if
- Look at the other picks if you need a feature not covered above.
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.
Nothing else here matches its 49g weight; the Strix Impact III Wireless comes closest at 57g. You also get motion sync support. Worth noting: no battery to charge.
It cost the least of the 5 picks at the time of writing, with the Model O- the next step up. 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
Ambidextrous Shape2 of 5
ASUS ROG Strix Impact III Wireless on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
ASUS's ROG Strix Impact III Wireless is a 57g ambidextrous mouse with replaceable switches.
Best for
- Buyers who want an ambidextrous shape.
Skip if
- Price-first buyers should look at the Model O 2 Mini, which cost less when we checked.
Why we like it
It has 618 hours of battery life. It weighs 57g without the battery, and the ROG Omni Receiver connects several devices through one dongle. On weight it sits mid-pack at 57g: the Model O 2 Mini weighs 49g, and the G309 comes in at 68g.
It is the only pick here with an ambidextrous shape; the DeathAdder V3 has a right-handed ergonomic shape instead. You also get a 36K ROG AimPoint sensor. Keep the Strix Impact III Wireless on its dongle for games; Bluetooth is for a laptop.
It was priced above the DeathAdder V3 and below the G309 at the time of writing. There is no published button count figure, whereas the Model O- offers 6.
Key dimensions & specs
- Weight: 57g
- Max DPI: 36,000
- Battery life: 618 hours
- Connection: 2.4GHz, Bluetooth
- Shape: Ambidextrous
Pros
- Light 57g body
- Up to 618 hours per charge
- Dongle plus Bluetooth
- Ambidextrous shape
Cons
- Costs more than the Model O 2 Mini at the time of writing
Also Consider3 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 2 Mini, 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. On weight it sits mid-pack at 58g: the Model O 2 Mini weighs 49g, and the G309 comes in at 68g.
It also offers a honeycomb shell and a flexible braided cable. You also get this: light 58g body. When we checked, only the Model O 2 Mini cost less, and the DeathAdder V3 cost more.
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 2 Mini at the time of writing
Strong Alternative4 of 5
Razer DeathAdder V3 Wired Gaming Mouse on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Razer's wired DeathAdder V3 is a 59g right-handed mouse with a Focus Pro 30K sensor and 8000Hz polling.
Best for
- Buyers who want DeathAdder ergonomic shape refined with esports players.
Skip if
- Price-first buyers should look at the Model O 2 Mini, which cost less when we checked.
Why we like it
The shape was refined with esports players, per Razer. Gen-3 optical switches are rated for 90 million clicks. Its Speedflex cable reduces drag compared with a standard rubber cable.
Its 59g weight ranks fourth of 5 here, behind the Model O 2 Mini (49g) and ahead of the G309 (68g). You get a right-handed ergonomic shape here, which sets it apart from the Strix Impact III Wireless and its an ambidextrous shape. Polling above 1,000Hz shortens battery life and needs a CPU with headroom.
Its price falls between the Model O- and the Strix Impact III Wireless, based on our last check. Buyers who need a confirmed button count should compare it with the Model O-, which offers 6.
Key dimensions & specs
- Weight: 59g
- Polling rate: 8,000Hz
- Connection: Wired
- Shape: Right-handed ergonomic
Pros
- Light 59g body
- 8,000Hz polling
- No battery to charge
- The DeathAdder ergonomic shape refined with esports players
Cons
- Costs more than the Model O 2 Mini at the time of writing
Worth a Look5 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 Model O 2 Mini offers 49g.
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. Its 68g weight is the heaviest in this group; the Model O 2 Mini leads at 49g. You also get a Hero 25K sensor.
Keep the G309 on its dongle for games; Bluetooth is for a laptop. The nearest alternative on weight is the DeathAdder V3 at 59g, against 68g here.
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 Model O 2 Mini (49g)
- Costs more than the Model O 2 Mini at the time of writing
How We Chose These Gaming Mice Under $60
Each pick was assessed across 4 criteria weighted for real-world use.
- How these picks were ranked
- We set side by side five mice on weight, button count, max DPI and connection from manufacturer specifications. We did not test them in-house, and button count and max DPI are missing for at least one pick.
- The shared baseline
- All 5, from the Model O 2 Mini to the G309, state weight and connection.
- Where the specs have gaps
- The Model O 2 Mini, the Strix Impact III Wireless and the DeathAdder V3 give no button count; the Model O-, the DeathAdder V3 and the G309 give no max DPI.
- Price range
- At our last check the picks ran from the Model O 2 Mini (under $50) to the G309 ($50 to $100).
What to Look for in a Gaming Mouse Under $60
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
Weight
Across these 5 picks weight spans 68g (the G309) to 49g (the Model O 2 Mini). If weight is your first filter, the Model O 2 Mini sets the ceiling at 49g.
Fit and compatibility
Keep the Strix Impact III Wireless on its dongle for games; Bluetooth is for a laptop.
Features beyond the spec table
The Model O-: a honeycomb shell. The DeathAdder V3: 8000Hz HyperPolling. The G309: a Hero 25K sensor.
How much to spend
Under $50 buys the Model O 2 Mini and the Model O-; $50 to $100 buys the DeathAdder V3, the Strix Impact III Wireless and the G309 at our last check.
Match the pick to your priority
Fast flick aiming: the Model O 2 Mini. Buyers who want an ambidextrous shape: the Strix Impact III Wireless.
How to Choose a Gaming Mouse Under $60
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Fast flick aiming | Model O 2 Mini | The lightest weight here (49g) |
| Buyers who want an ambidextrous shape | Strix Impact III Wireless | An ambidextrous shape |
| 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 DeathAdder ergonomic shape refined with esports players | DeathAdder V3 | The DeathAdder ergonomic shape refined with esports players |
| 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 Model O 2 Mini leads on weight at 49g, ahead of the Strix Impact III Wireless at 57g. "Not listed" marks button count where the Model O 2 Mini, the Strix Impact III Wireless and the DeathAdder V3 leave the figure out.
| Mice | Weight | Programmable buttons | Max DPI | Connection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Model O 2 Mini | 49g | Not listed | 26,000 | Wired |
| Strix Impact III Wireless | 57g | Not listed | 36,000 | 2.4GHz, Bluetooth |
| Model O- | 58g | 6 | Not listed | Wired |
| DeathAdder V3 | 59g | Not listed | Not listed | Wired |
| G309 | 68g | 6 | Not listed | Lightspeed 2.4GHz, Bluetooth |
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By price at the time of writing
At our last check the cheapest pick, the Model O 2 Mini, sat in the under $50 tier, 2 tiers in all up to the G309 at $50 to $100; Amazon prices move, so recheck before buying.
| Price tier | Mice |
|---|---|
| Under $50 | Model O 2 Mini, Model O- |
| About $50 to $100 | DeathAdder V3, Strix Impact III Wireless, G309 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Model O 2 Mini ahead of the Strix Impact III Wireless on weight?
The Model O 2 Mini comes out best at 49g, with the Strix Impact III Wireless at 57g. The G309 is at the other end of this group with 68g.
Is the G309 worth paying more than the Model O 2 Mini?
The G309 matches or trails the Model O 2 Mini on weight, so pay more only for a feature the spec sheet doesn't cover. The Model O 2 Mini leads on weight (49g). The Model O 2 Mini sat in the under $50 tier and the G309 in the $50 to $100 tier when we checked, with 3 other picks between them.
What makes the Model O 2 Mini the Lightest Mouse?
It earns the label for the lightest weight here (49g). The Strix Impact III Wireless is next on weight at 57g, so this pick's 49g is 14% further out. It suits fast flick aiming.
What should I check before buying the G309?
Keep the G309 on its dongle for games; Bluetooth is for a laptop. In this guide it ranks fifth of 5, and fifth of 5 on weight (68g).
Beyond the specs, what sets the Model O 2 Mini and the Strix Impact III Wireless apart?
The Model O 2 Mini: a symmetrical shape Glorious lists for palm, claw and fingertip grips. The Strix Impact III Wireless: a 36K ROG AimPoint sensor. The Model O-: a size Glorious lists for medium and small hands.
Bottom Line
Our first pick is the Model O 2 Mini. Look at the Strix Impact III Wireless for an ambidextrous shape, the Model O- for a size Glorious lists for medium and small hands and the DeathAdder V3 for the DeathAdder ergonomic shape refined with esports players if those matter more to you.
Check the battery hours and the polling rate if you play fast shooters.