Buying Guide
The Best Ambidextrous Gaming Mice
We weighed five gaming mice on weight and button count; the Model O Eternal has the lightest weight, and it also costs the least.
By The PC Journal editorial team
12 min read5 products evaluated
An ambidextrous mouse works in either hand. Every pick is listed as ambidextrous, ordered from the lightest.
We ranked these gaming mice on weight, programmable buttons and max DPI using manufacturer specifications; we did not test these gaming mice ourselves, and where a maker leaves out programmable buttons, we say so.
Quick Picks
Our 5 recommendations at a glance. Tap a pick for the full verdict.
Lightest Mouse
Glorious Model O Eternal Wired Gaming Mouse
The lightest weight here (55g).
Best for: Players who lift the mouse often at low sensitivity.
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Also Consider
ASUS ROG Strix Impact III Wireless
A 36K ROG AimPoint sensor.
Best for: Buyers who want 36K ROG AimPoint sensor.
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Strong Alternative
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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Premium Pick
Glorious Model O 2 Wireless
Up to 210 hours on Bluetooth at the highest price in the group.
Best for: Buyers for whom price is not the deciding factor.
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Worth a Look
Corsair M75 Wireless Gaming Mouse
Optical switches.
Best for: Buyers who want optical switches.
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Our Picks
Lightest Mouse1 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
- Players who lift the mouse often at low sensitivity.
Skip if
- Look at the other picks if you need a feature not covered above.
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 leads this guide at 55g, ahead of the Strix Impact III Wireless (57g). It shares a wired connection with the Model O-; the M75 Wireless goes with a wireless connection. You also get Glorious CORE software for remapping.
It cost the least of the 5 picks at the time of writing, with the M75 Wireless the next step up. There is no published battery life figure, whereas the Strix Impact III Wireless runs for 618 hours.
Key dimensions & specs
- Weight: 55g
- Programmable buttons: 6
- Connection: Wired
- Shape: Ambidextrous
Pros
- Light 55g body
- No battery to charge
- Ambidextrous shape
- Honeycomb shell
Also Consider2 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 36K ROG AimPoint sensor.
Skip if
- If budget leads, the Model O Eternal was cheaper at our last price check.
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. Its 57g weight ranks second of 5 here, behind the Model O Eternal (55g) and ahead of the M75 Wireless (89g).
It also comes with a 36K ROG AimPoint sensor. Keep the Strix Impact III Wireless on its dongle for games; Bluetooth is for a laptop. Its price falls between the Model O- and the Model O 2 Wireless, based on our last check. Buyers who need a confirmed button count should compare it with the Model O Eternal, which 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 Eternal at the time of writing
Strong Alternative3 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 Model O Eternal (55g) and ahead of the M75 Wireless (89g).
Like the Model O Eternal, it has a wired connection, while the M75 Wireless uses a wireless connection. You also get a honeycomb shell and a flexible braided cable. On price it sat third of 5, between the cheaper M75 Wireless and the pricier Strix Impact III Wireless, at the time of writing. The maker doesn't give its battery life; if that figure matters, the Strix Impact III Wireless runs for 618 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
Premium Pick4 of 5
Glorious Model O 2 Wireless on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Glorious's Model O 2 Wireless is a 68g ambidextrous mouse with a BAMF 2.0 26K sensor.
Best for
- Buyers for whom price is not the deciding factor.
Skip if
- If budget leads, the Model O Eternal was cheaper at our last price check.
Why we like it
It has up to 210 hours on Bluetooth. Its split-button design with switches rated for 80 million clicks gives a consistent click, and the BAMF 2.0 sensor reaches 26,000 DPI. Its 68g weight ranks fourth of 5 here, behind the Model O Eternal (55g) and ahead of the M75 Wireless (89g).
You also get smaller shell holes than the original Model O Wireless. Keep the Model O 2 Wireless on its dongle for games; Bluetooth is for a laptop. It was the highest-priced of the 5 picks at the time of writing, so the case for it rests on what it adds over the Strix Impact III Wireless and the rest. The maker doesn't give its button count; if that figure matters, the Model O Eternal offers 6.
Key dimensions & specs
- Weight: 68g
- Max DPI: 26,000
- Battery life: 110 hours
- Connection: 2.4GHz, Bluetooth
- Shape: Ambidextrous
Pros
- Up to 110 hours per charge
- Dongle plus Bluetooth
- Ambidextrous shape
- Up to 210 hours on Bluetooth
Cons
- Costs more than the Model O Eternal at the time of writing
Worth a Look5 of 5
Corsair M75 Wireless Gaming Mouse on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The M75 Wireless is the ambidextrous choice, at the cost of a heavier 89g body.
Best for
- Buyers who want optical switches.
Skip if
- Pass on it if heavier 89g bod rules it out for your setup.
Why we like it
Optical switches remove debounce delay and are rated for 100 million clicks, and it weighs 89g. The MARKSMAN sensor tracks at 650 IPS. Its ambidextrous shape comes with swappable side buttons for left or right hands.
On weight it trails the group at 89g, while the Model O Eternal weighs 55g. You get a wireless connection here, which sets it apart from the Model O- and its a wired connection. The M75 Wireless's dongle works best on a front USB port or an extender near the mouse. It was priced above the Model O Eternal and below the Model O- at the time of writing.
Key dimensions & specs
- Weight: 89g
- Max DPI: 26,000
- Connection: Wireless
- Shape: Ambidextrous
Pros
- Ambidextrous shape
- Optical switches
- Wireless connection, the only one here
Cons
- Heavier 89g body
- Weight trails the Model O Eternal (55g)
- Costs more than the Model O Eternal at the time of writing
How We Chose These Ambidextrous Gaming Mice
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 battery life from manufacturer specifications. We did not test them in-house.
- What every pick has in common
- All 5, from the Model O Eternal to the M75 Wireless, state weight, connection and shape.
- Where the specs have gaps
- The Strix Impact III Wireless, the Model O 2 Wireless and the M75 Wireless give no button count; the Model O Eternal and the Model O- give no max DPI.
- Price range
- At our last check the picks ran from the Model O Eternal (under $50) to the Model O 2 Wireless ($50 to $100).
What to Look for in an Ambidextrous Gaming Mouse
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
Weight across these picks
Here weight runs from 89g on the M75 Wireless to 55g on the Model O Eternal. Start with the Model O Eternal if weight decides it.
How much battery life you need
Here battery life runs from 110 hours on the Model O 2 Wireless to 618 hours on the Strix Impact III Wireless. The Strix Impact III Wireless is the pick for battery life. No figure for the Model O Eternal, the Model O- and the M75 Wireless.
Fit and compatibility
Keep the Strix Impact III Wireless on its dongle for games; Bluetooth is for a laptop. The M75 Wireless's dongle works best on a front USB port or an extender near the mouse.
Extras that separate them
The Model O-: a honeycomb shell. The Model O 2 Wireless: a BAMF 2.0 26K sensor. The M75 Wireless: optical switches.
Where your budget lands
Under $50 buys the Model O Eternal, the M75 Wireless and the Model O-; $50 to $100 buys the Strix Impact III Wireless and the Model O 2 Wireless at our last check.
Wireless is no longer a handicap
A 2.4GHz dongle matches a cable for games. Check battery life with lighting on and whether the mouse charges while in use.
How to Choose an Ambidextrous Gaming Mouse
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Players who lift the mouse often at low sensitivity | Model O Eternal | The lightest weight here (55g) |
| Buyers who want 36K ROG AimPoint sensor | Strix Impact III Wireless | A 36K ROG AimPoint sensor |
| Buyers who want size Glorious lists for medium and small hands | Model O- | A size Glorious lists for medium and small hands |
| Buyers for whom price is not the deciding factor | Model O 2 Wireless | Up to 210 hours on Bluetooth at the highest price in the group |
| Buyers who want optical switches | M75 Wireless | Optical switches |
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Key specs side by side
The Model O Eternal leads on weight at 55g, ahead of the Strix Impact III Wireless at 57g. "Not listed" means the maker leaves that figure out.
| Mice | Weight | Programmable buttons | Max DPI | Battery life |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Model O Eternal | 55g | 6 | Not listed | Not listed |
| Strix Impact III Wireless | 57g | Not listed | 36,000 | 618 hours |
| Model O- | 58g | 6 | Not listed | Not listed |
| Model O 2 Wireless | 68g | Not listed | 26,000 | 110 hours |
| M75 Wireless | 89g | Not listed | 26,000 | Not listed |
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By price at the time of writing
The Model O Eternal was the lowest-priced pick and the Model O 2 Wireless the highest when we checked; tiers move with Amazon pricing.
| Price tier | Mice |
|---|---|
| Under $50 | Model O Eternal, M75 Wireless, Model O- |
| About $50 to $100 | Strix Impact III Wireless, Model O 2 Wireless |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the lightest weight: the Model O Eternal or the Strix Impact III Wireless?
The Model O Eternal comes out best at 55g, with the Strix Impact III Wireless at 57g. The M75 Wireless is at the other end of this group with 89g.
Is the Strix Impact III Wireless ahead of the Model O 2 Wireless on battery life?
The Strix Impact III Wireless leads at 618 hours, with the Model O 2 Wireless at 110 hours. The Model O Eternal, the Model O- and the M75 Wireless don't state a figure, so they sit outside this comparison.
What does the Model O 2 Wireless add over the Model O Eternal?
On the figures both makers state, it adds little. It does not win everywhere: the Model O Eternal still leads on weight (55g). The Model O Eternal was the lowest-priced pick when we checked, so pay the difference only if a feature outside the spec sheet matters to you.
Why is the Model O Eternal our Lightest Mouse pick?
It earns the label for the lightest weight here (55g). It suits players who lift the mouse often at low sensitivity.
Will the Model O 2 Wireless work with my setup?
Keep the Model O 2 Wireless on its dongle for games; Bluetooth is for a laptop. In this guide it ranks fourth of 5, as our Premium Pick pick.
What extras do the Model O Eternal and the Strix Impact III Wireless include?
The Model O Eternal: a honeycomb shell. 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 Eternal. Look at the Strix Impact III Wireless for a 36K ROG AimPoint sensor, the Model O- for a size Glorious lists for medium and small hands and the Model O 2 Wireless for up to 210 hours on Bluetooth at the highest price in the group if those matter more to you.
Check that side buttons exist on both sides if you are left-handed.