Buying Guide
The Best Right-Handed Gaming Mice
We weighed five gaming mice on weight and battery life; the DeathAdder V4 Pro has the lightest weight, and the TUF M3 Gen II costs the least.
By The PC Journal editorial team
12 min read5 products evaluated
A right-handed shape supports the palm and thumb better than a symmetrical one. Every pick has a right-handed ergonomic shape, ordered from the lightest.
Rankings weigh weight, max DPI and battery life as the makers state them; we did not test these gaming mice ourselves, and if a maker skips max DPI, the guide says so.
Quick Picks
Our 5 recommendations at a glance. Tap a pick for the full verdict.
Lightest Mouse
Razer DeathAdder V4 Pro Wireless
The lightest weight here (56g).
Best for: Players who lift the mouse often at low sensitivity.
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Lowest Price Here
ASUS TUF Gaming M3 Gen II Wired Mouse
Undercutting the DeathAdder V3 on price when we checked.
Best for: Spending as little as possible.
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Also Consider
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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Strong Alternative
Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro Wireless
A Focus Pro 30K sensor.
Best for: Buyers who want Focus Pro 30K sensor.
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Longest Battery Life
Razer Viper V3 HyperSpeed Wireless
The longest battery life here (280 hours).
Best for: Buyers who put battery life first.
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Our Picks
Lightest Mouse1 of 5
Razer DeathAdder V4 Pro Wireless on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Razer's DeathAdder V4 Pro weighs 56g with 8000Hz wireless polling and Gen-4 optical switches rated for 100 million clicks.
Best for
- Players who lift the mouse often at low sensitivity.
Skip if
- Price-first buyers should look at the TUF M3 Gen II, which cost less when we checked.
Why we like it
It adds an optical scroll wheel. Its 56g weight is the lightest here; the TUF M3 Gen II comes next at 59g. On battery life it sits mid-pack at 150 hours: the Viper V3 HyperSpeed runs for 280 hours, and the DeathAdder V3 Pro comes in at 90 hours.
Like the DeathAdder V3 Pro and Viper V3 HyperSpeed, it has a HyperSpeed 2.4GHz connection, while the TUF M3 Gen II uses a wired connection. The DeathAdder V4 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. It was the most expensive pick when we checked, so weigh what it adds over the DeathAdder V3 Pro.
Key dimensions & specs
- Weight: 56g
- Battery life: 150 hours
- Polling rate: 8,000Hz
- Connection: HyperSpeed 2.4GHz
- Shape: Right-handed ergonomic
Pros
- Light 56g body
- Up to 150 hours per charge
- 8,000Hz polling
- 8000Hz wireless polling
Cons
- Costs more than the TUF M3 Gen II at the time of writing
Lowest Price Here2 of 5
ASUS TUF Gaming M3 Gen II Wired Mouse on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
ASUS's TUF M3 Gen II is a 59g wired mouse with IP56 water and dust resistance.
Best for
- Spending as little as possible.
Skip if
- Pass on it if weight of 59g, behind the DeathAdder V4 Pro (56g rules it out for your setup.
Why we like it
The shell carries an antibacterial coating. It weighs 59g, and its IP56 rating resists dust and water. An 8,000 DPI sensor and ASUS's antibacterial coating round it out.
It matches the DeathAdder V3 on weight (59g). Like the DeathAdder V3, it has a wired connection, while the DeathAdder V3 Pro uses a HyperSpeed 2.4GHz connection. You also get a DPI button with four sensitivity levels.
It was the cheapest of the group when we checked; the DeathAdder V3 was the next step up. Buyers who need a confirmed battery life should compare it with the Viper V3 HyperSpeed, which runs for 280 hours.
Key dimensions & specs
- Weight: 59g
- Max DPI: 8,000
- Connection: Wired
- Shape: Right-handed ergonomic
Pros
- Light 59g body
- No battery to charge
- IP56 water and dust resistance
- Antibacterial coating on the shell and buttons
Cons
- Weight of 59g, behind the DeathAdder V4 Pro (56g)
Also Consider3 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
- If budget leads, the TUF M3 Gen II was cheaper at our last price check.
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.
On weight it ties with the TUF M3 Gen II at 59g. It shares a wired connection with the TUF M3 Gen II; the Viper V3 HyperSpeed goes with a HyperSpeed 2.4GHz connection. Polling above 1,000Hz shortens battery life and needs a CPU with headroom.
Another plus is light 59g body. If you want a confirmed battery life, look to the Viper V3 HyperSpeed instead: it runs for 280 hours, while this one gives no figure.
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 TUF M3 Gen II at the time of writing
Strong Alternative4 of 5
Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro Wireless on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Razer's DeathAdder V3 Pro is a 63g right-handed wireless mouse with a Focus Pro 30K sensor.
Best for
- Buyers who want Focus Pro 30K sensor.
Skip if
- Skip it if battery life matters most to you; the Viper V3 HyperSpeed offers 280 hours.
Why we like it
It charges over USB-C. Turning off Windows pointer precision and tuning it in Synapse improves accuracy. Its 63g weight ranks fourth of 5 here, behind the DeathAdder V4 Pro (56g) and ahead of the Viper V3 HyperSpeed (82g).
On battery life it trails the group at 90 hours, while the Viper V3 HyperSpeed runs for 280 hours. Like the DeathAdder V4 Pro and Viper V3 HyperSpeed, it has a HyperSpeed 2.4GHz connection, while the TUF M3 Gen II uses a wired connection. You also get the DeathAdder shape refined with esports players and USB-C charging.
The DeathAdder V3 Pro's dongle works best on a front USB port or an extender near the mouse. On price it sat fourth of 5, between the cheaper Viper V3 HyperSpeed and the pricier DeathAdder V4 Pro, at the time of writing.
Key dimensions & specs
- Weight: 63g
- Max DPI: 30,000
- Battery life: 90 hours
- Connection: HyperSpeed 2.4GHz
- Shape: Right-handed ergonomic
Pros
- Light 63g body
- Focus Pro 30K sensor
- The DeathAdder shape refined with esports players
- USB-C charging
Cons
- Battery life trails the Viper V3 HyperSpeed (280 hours)
- Costs more than the TUF M3 Gen II at the time of writing
Longest Battery Life5 of 5
Razer Viper V3 HyperSpeed Wireless on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Razer's Viper V3 HyperSpeed runs on one AA battery for up to 280 hours with a Focus Pro 30K sensor.
Best for
- Buyers who put battery life first.
Skip if
- Skip it if weight matters most to you; the DeathAdder V4 Pro offers 56g.
Why we like it
It weighs 82g and costs less than the Viper V3 Pro. At 82g with a centralized mass, it swipes evenly in fast aim. Its 82g weight is the heaviest in this group; the DeathAdder V4 Pro leads at 56g.
Nothing else here matches its 280 hours battery life; the DeathAdder V4 Pro comes closest at 150 hours. Like the DeathAdder V4 Pro and DeathAdder V3 Pro, it has a HyperSpeed 2.4GHz connection, while the TUF M3 Gen II uses a wired connection. The Viper V3 HyperSpeed's dongle works best on a front USB port or an extender near the mouse.
Key dimensions & specs
- Weight: 82g
- Max DPI: 30,000
- Battery life: 280 hours
- Connection: HyperSpeed 2.4GHz
- Shape: Right-handed ergonomic
Pros
- Up to 280 hours per charge
- Focus Pro 30K sensor
- Runs on a single AA battery
- Lower price than the Viper V3 Pro
Cons
- Weight trails the DeathAdder V4 Pro (56g)
- Costs more than the TUF M3 Gen II at the time of writing
How We Chose These Right-Handed 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, max DPI, battery life and polling rate, using each maker's published specs. We did not test them in-house.
- What every pick has in common
- All 5, from the DeathAdder V4 Pro to the Viper V3 HyperSpeed, state weight, connection and shape and share Right-handed ergonomic shape.
- Where the specs have gaps
- The DeathAdder V4 Pro and the DeathAdder V3 give no max DPI; the TUF M3 Gen II and the DeathAdder V3 give no battery life.
- Price range
- At our last check the picks ran from the TUF M3 Gen II (under $50) to the DeathAdder V4 Pro ($150 to $250).
What to Look for in a Right-Handed Gaming Mouse
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
Weight across these picks
Here weight runs from 82g on the Viper V3 HyperSpeed to 56g on the DeathAdder V4 Pro. The TUF M3 Gen II comes second for less money.
How much battery life you need
Here battery life runs from 90 hours on the DeathAdder V3 Pro to 280 hours on the Viper V3 HyperSpeed. The Viper V3 HyperSpeed is the pick for battery life. No figure for the TUF M3 Gen II and the DeathAdder V3.
Setup checks
The DeathAdder V4 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.
Extras that separate them
The DeathAdder V3: 8000Hz HyperPolling. The DeathAdder V3 Pro: the DeathAdder shape refined with esports players. The Viper V3 HyperSpeed: runs on a single AA battery.
How much to spend
Under $50 buys the TUF M3 Gen II; $50 to $100 buys the DeathAdder V3, the Viper V3 HyperSpeed and the DeathAdder V3 Pro; $150 to $250 buys the DeathAdder V4 Pro at our last check.
Count the buttons you will use
MMO mice put 12 or more buttons under the thumb for hotbars. Shooters rarely need more than two side buttons.
How to Choose a Right-Handed Gaming Mouse
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Players who lift the mouse often at low sensitivity | DeathAdder V4 Pro | The lightest weight here (56g) |
| Spending as little as possible | TUF M3 Gen II | Undercutting the DeathAdder V3 on price when we checked |
| Buyers who want DeathAdder ergonomic shape refined with esports players | DeathAdder V3 | The DeathAdder ergonomic shape refined with esports players |
| Buyers who want Focus Pro 30K sensor | DeathAdder V3 Pro | A Focus Pro 30K sensor |
| Buyers who put battery life first | Viper V3 HyperSpeed | The longest battery life here (280 hours) |
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Key specs side by side
The DeathAdder V4 Pro leads on weight at 56g, ahead of the TUF M3 Gen II at 59g. "Not listed" means the maker leaves that figure out.
| Mice | Weight | Max DPI | Battery life | Polling rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DeathAdder V4 Pro | 56g | Not listed | 150 hours | 8,000Hz |
| TUF M3 Gen II | 59g | 8,000 | Not listed | Not listed |
| DeathAdder V3 | 59g | Not listed | Not listed | 8,000Hz |
| DeathAdder V3 Pro | 63g | 30,000 | 90 hours | Not listed |
| Viper V3 HyperSpeed | 82g | 30,000 | 280 hours | Not listed |
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By price at the time of writing
The TUF M3 Gen II was the lowest-priced pick and the DeathAdder V4 Pro the highest when we checked; tiers move with Amazon pricing.
| Price tier | Mice |
|---|---|
| Under $50 | TUF M3 Gen II |
| About $50 to $100 | DeathAdder V3, Viper V3 HyperSpeed, DeathAdder V3 Pro |
| About $150 to $250 | DeathAdder V4 Pro |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the lightest weight: the DeathAdder V4 Pro or the TUF M3 Gen II?
The DeathAdder V4 Pro comes out best at 56g, with the TUF M3 Gen II at 59g. The Viper V3 HyperSpeed is at the other end of this group with 82g.
Is the Viper V3 HyperSpeed ahead of the DeathAdder V4 Pro on battery life?
The Viper V3 HyperSpeed leads at 280 hours, with the DeathAdder V4 Pro at 150 hours. The DeathAdder V3 Pro is at the other end of this group with 90 hours. The TUF M3 Gen II and the DeathAdder V3 don't state a figure, so they sit outside this comparison.
What does the DeathAdder V4 Pro add over the TUF M3 Gen II?
On paper it adds weight (56g against 59g). The TUF M3 Gen II was the lowest-priced pick when we checked, so pay the difference only if those gains matter to you.
Why is the Viper V3 HyperSpeed our Longest Battery Life pick?
It earns the label for the longest battery life here (280 hours). It suits anyone who put battery life first.
Do the DeathAdder V4 Pro and the TUF M3 Gen II differ on connection?
The DeathAdder V4 Pro, the DeathAdder V3 Pro and the Viper V3 HyperSpeed use HyperSpeed 2.4GHz; the TUF M3 Gen II and the DeathAdder V3 use Wired.
Will the DeathAdder V3 Pro work with my setup?
The DeathAdder V3 Pro's dongle works best on a front USB port or an extender near the mouse. In this guide it ranks fourth of 5.
Bottom Line
Our first pick is the DeathAdder V4 Pro. Look at the TUF M3 Gen II for undercutting the DeathAdder V3 on price when we checked, the DeathAdder V3 for the DeathAdder ergonomic shape refined with esports players and the DeathAdder V3 Pro for a Focus Pro 30K sensor if those matter more to you.
Measure your hand; ergonomic shapes suit a size range.