Buying Guide
The Best Lightweight Gaming Mice
We weighed five gaming mice on weight and button count, and the TUF M3 Gen II costs the least.
By The PC Journal editorial team
12 min read5 products evaluated
Lightweight gaming mice at 60g or less take less effort to flick and stop. Every pick offers a weight of 60g or less, ordered from the lowest price.
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.
Lowest Price Here
ASUS TUF Gaming M3 Gen II Wired Mouse
Undercutting the M725 on price when we checked.
Best for: Spending as little as possible.
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Symmetrical Shape
Redragon M725 Wireless Gaming Mouse
A symmetrical shape.
Best for: Buyers who want a symmetrical shape.
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Also Consider
Razer Cobra Wired Gaming Mouse
Gen-3 optical switches rated for 90 million clicks.
Best for: Buyers who want Gen-3 optical switches rated for 90 million clicks.
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Most Buttons
Glorious Model O Eternal Wired Gaming Mouse
The most button count here (6).
Best for: MMO hotbars on the thumb.
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Premium Pick
Attack Shark X3 Wireless Gaming Mouse
The top of this price range, adding a PixArt PAW3395 sensor.
Best for: Spending more for the fullest feature set.
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Our Picks
Lowest Price Here1 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
- Skip it if weight matters most to you; the M725 offers 49g.
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.
Its 59g weight is the heaviest in this group; the M725 leads at 49g. You get a right-handed ergonomic shape here, which sets it apart from the Model O Eternal and its an ambidextrous shape. It also comes with a DPI button with four sensitivity levels.
It was the cheapest of the group when we checked; the M725 was the next step up. If weight is your priority, the M725 (49g) is the stronger choice.
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 trails the M725 (49g)
Symmetrical Shape2 of 5
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 want a symmetrical shape.
Skip if
- Skip it if price comes first: the TUF M3 Gen II cost less when we checked.
Why we like it
It stores five configuration modes onboard. On weight it ties with the Attack Shark X3 at 49g. It is the only pick here with a symmetrical shape; the TUF M3 Gen II has a right-handed ergonomic shape instead.
It also comes with tri-mode connection at a budget price. Keep the M725 on its dongle for games; Bluetooth is for a laptop. Another plus is light 49g body.
The nearest alternative on weight is the Model O Eternal at 55g, against 49g here. It was priced above the TUF M3 Gen II and below the Cobra at the time of writing.
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
- Costs more than the TUF M3 Gen II at the time of writing
Also Consider3 of 5
Razer Cobra Wired Gaming Mouse on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Razer's Cobra is a compact 58g wired mouse with Gen-3 optical switches.
Best for
- Buyers who want Gen-3 optical switches rated for 90 million clicks.
Skip if
- If budget leads, the TUF M3 Gen II was cheaper at our last price check.
Why we like it
Sensitivity adjusts in 50 DPI steps. It weighs 58g and uses Razer's Gen-3 optical switches, rated for 90 million clicks without double-clicking. The compact shape fits most grip styles.
DPI adjusts in 50-step increments, and the Speedflex cable reduces drag. Chroma lighting includes an underglow. Its 58g weight ranks fourth of 5 here, behind the M725 (49g) and ahead of the TUF M3 Gen II (59g).
Its price falls between the M725 and the Model O Eternal, 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: 58g
- Max DPI: 8,500
- Connection: Wired
Pros
- Light 58g body
- No battery to charge
- Gen-3 optical switches rated for 90 million clicks
- Sensitivity adjustable in 50 DPI steps
Cons
- Costs more than the TUF M3 Gen II at the time of writing
Most Buttons4 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
- MMO hotbars on the thumb.
Skip if
- Price-first buyers should look at the TUF M3 Gen II, which cost less when we checked.
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 sits mid-pack at 55g: the M725 weighs 49g, and the TUF M3 Gen II comes in at 59g. No other pick in this guide offers an ambidextrous shape; compare the TUF M3 Gen II, which has a right-handed ergonomic shape. It also offers Glorious CORE software for remapping.
Worth noting too: light 55g body. It also brings most button count of the picks (6).
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
- Costs more than the TUF M3 Gen II at the time of writing
Premium Pick5 of 5
Attack Shark X3 Wireless Gaming Mouse on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Attack Shark's X3 is a 49g tri-mode mouse with a PAW3395 sensor.
Best for
- Spending more for the fullest feature set.
Skip if
- If budget leads, the TUF M3 Gen II was cheaper at our last price check.
Why we like it
Lift-off distance and polling are set in software. It weighs 49g and connects over Bluetooth 5.2, 2.4GHz or a cable, and the PAW3395 sensor reaches 26,000 DPI. It suits fast aim games on a budget.
On weight it ties with the M725 at 49g. You also get Kailh GM 8.0 switches rated for 80 million clicks. Keep the Attack Shark X3 on its dongle for games; Bluetooth is for a laptop.
At our last price check it topped the group, with the Model O Eternal the nearest cheaper option. If you want a confirmed button count, look to the Model O Eternal instead: it offers 6, while this one gives no figure.
Key dimensions & specs
- Weight: 49g
- Max DPI: 26,000
- Battery life: 200 hours
- Connection: 2.4GHz, Bluetooth, wired
Pros
- Light 49g body
- Up to 200 hours per charge
- Dongle plus Bluetooth
- PixArt PAW3395 sensor
Cons
- Costs more than the TUF M3 Gen II at the time of writing
How We Chose These Lightweight Gaming Mice
Each pick was assessed across 4 criteria weighted for real-world use.
- Weight and shape
- We recorded listed weights and whether the shape is right-handed or ambidextrous.
- Buttons
- We counted programmable buttons where the listing states them.
- Connection and battery
- We checked dongle, Bluetooth and wired modes and the rated battery life.
- Sensor figures
- We noted maximum DPI and polling rate, while treating them as secondary.
What to Look for in a Lightweight Gaming Mouse
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
Weight changes how aim feels
Mice around 60g are easy to flick and lift. Heavier mice feel steadier for tracking. A difference of 10g is noticeable over a long session.
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.
High polling rates cost battery
4,000Hz and 8,000Hz modes cut reporting delay slightly but drain wireless batteries faster and use more CPU time.
DPI figures past 20,000 do not matter much
Most players use 400 to 3,200 DPI. Very high maximums are marketing; sensor consistency matters more.
Shape and grip come first
Palm grips suit longer, higher-backed mice; claw and fingertip grips suit shorter, lighter shells. Ambidextrous shapes fit either hand but often have fewer side buttons.
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 Lightweight Gaming Mouse
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Spending as little as possible | TUF M3 Gen II | Undercutting the M725 on price when we checked |
| Buyers who want a symmetrical shape | M725 | A symmetrical shape |
| Buyers who want Gen-3 optical switches rated for 90 million clicks | Cobra | Gen-3 optical switches rated for 90 million clicks |
| MMO hotbars on the thumb | Model O Eternal | The most button count here (6) |
| Spending more for the fullest feature set | Attack Shark X3 | The top of this price range, adding a PixArt PAW3395 sensor |
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Key specs side by side
Figures as each maker states them.
| Mice | Weight | Programmable buttons | Max DPI | Connection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TUF M3 Gen II | 59g | Not listed | 8,000 | Wired |
| M725 | 49g | 5 | 8,000 | 2.4GHz, Bluetooth, wired |
| Cobra | 58g | Not listed | 8,500 | Wired |
| Model O Eternal | 55g | 6 | Not listed | Wired |
| Attack Shark X3 | 49g | Not listed | 26,000 | 2.4GHz, Bluetooth, wired |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which of these gaming mice has the lightest weight?
The M725, at 49g. The Attack Shark X3 follows at 49g, while the TUF M3 Gen II has 59g.
What is the least I can spend on one of these gaming mice?
At our last price check the TUF M3 Gen II was the cheapest pick and the Attack Shark X3 the most expensive; the M725 was the next step up from the TUF M3 Gen II.
Do gaming mice need software?
They work without it, but button mapping, DPI steps and lighting usually need the maker's app.
Is a wireless mouse slower?
Not over a 2.4GHz dongle. Bluetooth adds latency and suits office work.
Is a lighter mouse always better?
For flick aiming it helps; for slow tracking some players prefer more weight. Grip and shape matter more.
Bottom Line
Our first pick is the TUF M3 Gen II, chosen for undercutting the M725 on price when we checked. Look at the M725 for a symmetrical shape, the Cobra for Gen-3 optical switches rated for 90 million clicks and the Attack Shark X3 for the top of this price range, adding a PixArt PAW3395 sensor if those matter more to you.
Honeycomb shells save weight but collect dust; solid shells are easier to clean.