Buying Guide
The Best MMO Gaming Mice
Six MMO mice compared on programmable buttons, connection, battery life and sensor, from the 19-button Naga V2 HyperSpeed to the budget Redragon M908.
By Alex Morgan, PC Hardware Editor
12 min read6 products evaluated
MMO mice put a grid of buttons under the thumb so abilities and macros stay off the keyboard. The picks differ on button count, connection and price.\n\nWe compared six on listed buttons, battery, polling and sensor.
Quick Picks
Which of the 6 picks to look at first. Tap a name for the full analysis.
Most Buttons
Razer Naga V2 HyperSpeed Wireless MMO MouseThe most button count here (19).
Best for: Macros and editing shortcuts.
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Best Wired MMO Mouse
Razer Naga X Wired MMO Mouse16 programmable buttons at 85g.
Best for: Players who want a lighter wired MMO mouse.
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Solid Alternative
Corsair Darkstar Wireless MMO MouseThe Darkstar is Corsair's wireless MMO mouse, with a six-button thumb cluster, 2,000Hz polling and Bluetooth.
Best for: Buyers who want 15 programmable buttons.
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Best Premium Pick
Razer Naga V2 Pro Wireless MMO MouseRazer's Pro-tier Naga with a Focus Pro sensor.
Best for: Players who want Razer's top MMO model.
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Best Adjustable Side Panel
Corsair Scimitar RGB Elite Wired MMO MouseA sliding side-button panel.
Best for: Players who want to move the thumb buttons.
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Best Budget MMO Mouse
Redragon M908 Impact RGB MMO Mouse18 programmable buttons at a budget price.
Best for: Trying an MMO mouse cheaply.
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Our Picks
Most Buttons1 of 6
Razer Naga V2 HyperSpeed Wireless MMO Mouse
The Naga V2 HyperSpeed has the most buttons and the longest battery here, with dongle and Bluetooth modes, which makes it the easiest recommendation.
Best for
- Macros and editing shortcuts.
Skip if
- Skip it if price comes first: the M908 cost less when we checked.
Why we like it
Its 19 programmable buttons suit MMO hotbars, and it connects over HyperSpeed 2.4GHz or Bluetooth. The side plate layout keeps abilities under your thumb. Razer Synapse tunes the sensor, and turning off Windows pointer precision improves accuracy.
On button count it leads this guide at 19, ahead of the M908 (18). On battery life it leads this guide at 400 hours, ahead of the Naga V2 Pro (300 hours). It also comes with a Focus Pro optical sensor that tracks on glass.
Side-button mapping is done in the maker's software, which runs on Windows. Its price falls between the Scimitar RGB Elite and the Naga X, based on our last check. Buyers who need a confirmed polling rate should compare it with the Darkstar, which offers 2,000Hz.
Key specs
- Programmable buttons
- 19
- Battery life
- 400 hours
- Connection
- HyperSpeed 2.4GHz, Bluetooth
Pros
- 19 programmable buttons
- Up to 400 hours per charge
- Dongle plus Bluetooth
- Focus Pro optical sensor that tracks on glass
Cons
- Costs more than the M908 at the time of writing
Best Wired MMO Mouse2 of 6
Razer Naga X Wired MMO Mouse
The Naga X trims the Naga down to a wired 85g body with 16 buttons and optical switches, suiting players who also play faster games.
Best for
- Players who want a lighter wired MMO mouse.
Skip if
- Worth skipping when heavier 85g body is a problem.
Why we like it
Its 16 programmable buttons take macros in Razer Synapse, and the Speedflex cable removes the need for a bungee. Chroma RGB syncs with Philips Hue. Its 16 button count ranks third of 4 here, behind the Naga V2 HyperSpeed (19) and ahead of the Darkstar (15).
Side-button mapping is done in the maker's software, which runs on Windows. You also get this: no battery to charge. Before buying, weigh one limit: costs more than the M908 at the time of writing.
It was priced above the Naga V2 HyperSpeed and below the Darkstar at the time of writing. There is no published battery life figure, whereas the Naga V2 HyperSpeed runs for 400 hours.
Key specs
- Weight
- 85g
- Programmable buttons
- 16
- Max DPI
- 18,000
- Connection
- Wired
Pros
- 16 programmable buttons
- No battery to charge
- Optical mouse switches
- 16 programmable buttons at 85g
Cons
- Heavier 85g body
- Costs more than the M908 at the time of writing
Solid Alternative3 of 6
Corsair Darkstar Wireless MMO Mouse
The Darkstar is Corsair's wireless MMO mouse, with a six-button thumb cluster, 2,000Hz polling and Bluetooth.
Best for
- Buyers who want 15 programmable buttons.
Skip if
- Pass on it if shorter 80-hour battery rules it out for your setup.
Why we like it
Its 80-hour battery is the shortest here. Its 15 programmable buttons include scroll-wheel tilt, and the MARKSMAN sensor reaches 26,000 DPI. iCUE saves up to five onboard profiles. On button count it trails the group at 15, while the Naga V2 HyperSpeed offers 19.
On battery life it trails the group at 80 hours, while the Naga V2 HyperSpeed runs for 400 hours. Keep the Darkstar on its dongle for games; Bluetooth is for a laptop. Side-button mapping is done in the maker's software, which runs on Windows. On price it sat fifth of 6, between the cheaper Naga X and the pricier Naga V2 Pro, at the time of writing.
Key specs
- Programmable buttons
- 15
- Max DPI
- 26,000
- Battery life
- 80 hours
- Polling rate
- 2,000Hz
- Connection
- Slipstream 2.4GHz, Bluetooth
Pros
- 15 programmable buttons
- Dongle plus Bluetooth
- Six-button thumb cluster
- Fastest polling rate of the picks (2,000Hz)
Cons
- Shorter 80-hour battery
- Button count trails the Naga V2 HyperSpeed (19)
- Battery life trails the Naga V2 HyperSpeed (400 hours)
Best Premium Pick4 of 6
Razer Naga V2 Pro Wireless MMO Mouse
The Naga V2 Pro is Razer's premium MMO mouse.
Best for
- Players who want Razer's top MMO model.
Skip if
- Its button count is not published, which rules it out if you need that number.
Why we like it
It costs about twice as much as the HyperSpeed for less listed battery life, so buy it only for the Pro-tier extras. On battery life it sits mid-pack at 300 hours: the Naga V2 HyperSpeed runs for 400 hours, and the Darkstar comes in at 80 hours. You also get a Focus Pro optical sensor that tracks on glass and the Pro version of Razer's MMO line.
Keep the Naga V2 Pro on its dongle for games; Bluetooth is for a laptop. It was the highest-priced of the 6 picks at the time of writing, so the case for it rests on what it adds over the Darkstar and the rest. The maker doesn't give its button count; if that figure matters, the Naga V2 HyperSpeed offers 19.
Key specs
- Battery life
- 300 hours
- Connection
- HyperSpeed 2.4GHz, Bluetooth
Pros
- Up to 300 hours per charge
- Dongle plus Bluetooth
- Focus Pro optical sensor that tracks on glass
- The Pro version of Razer's MMO line
Cons
- No published button count
- Costs more than the M908 at the time of writing
Best Adjustable Side Panel5 of 6
Corsair Scimitar RGB Elite Wired MMO Mouse
The Scimitar RGB Elite lets you slide the side-button panel forward or back to fit your thumb, a feature none of the other picks list.
Best for
- Players who want to move the thumb buttons.
Skip if
- Pass if a published button count matters; this one has none.
Why we like it
Its 17 programmable buttons include a 12-button side panel for MMO hotbars, and Omron switches are rated for 50 million clicks. A right-side finger rest and braided cable add comfort and durability. Its PixArt PMW3391 sensor adjusts in single-DPI steps up to 18,000.
Seventeen buttons are programmable, and the key slider moves the 12-button side panel to fit your grip. Another plus: no battery to charge. It was priced above the M908 and below the Naga V2 HyperSpeed at the time of writing. There is no published button count figure, whereas the Naga V2 HyperSpeed offers 19.
Key specs
- Max DPI
- 18,000
- Connection
- Wired
Pros
- No battery to charge
- Sliding side-button panel
- 18,000 DPI optical sensor
Cons
- No published button count
- Costs more than the M908 at the time of writing
Best Budget MMO Mouse6 of 6
Redragon M908 Impact RGB MMO Mouse
The M908 is the budget way into MMO mice: 18 buttons and a wired connection for around $30.
Best for
- Trying an MMO mouse cheaply.
Skip if
- Worth skipping when button count of 18, behind the Naga V2 HyperSpeed (19) is a problem.
Why we like it
Its 18 programmable buttons and five memory profiles suit MMO key binds, and DPI reaches 12,400. RGB lighting can be switched off. Its 12 side buttons sit alongside six standard buttons, and Teflon feet glide smoothly.
The aggressive shape suits a palm grip. Its 18 button count ranks second of 4 here, behind the Naga V2 HyperSpeed (19) and ahead of the Darkstar (15). It also offers a 12-button side panel at a budget price.
Side-button mapping is done in the maker's software, which runs on Windows. It cost the least of the 6 picks at the time of writing, with the Scimitar RGB Elite the next step up. There is no published battery life figure, whereas the Naga V2 HyperSpeed runs for 400 hours.
Key specs
- Programmable buttons
- 18
- Polling rate
- 1,000Hz
- Connection
- Wired
Pros
- 18 programmable buttons
- No battery to charge
- 12-button side panel at a budget price
Cons
- Button count of 18, behind the Naga V2 HyperSpeed (19)
How We Chose These MMO Mice
Alex Morgan compared the manufacturer specifications, connectivity, warranty terms and compatibility of every pick. Figures come from the makers unless a third-party source is named; we did not test these products ourselves.
- The figures behind the order
- We set side by side six mice on button count, max DPI, battery life and polling rate as the makers state them. Nothing was tested in-house; 1 of the 5 fields compared are stated for every pick, while button count and max DPI have gaps.
- The shared baseline
- All 6, from the Naga V2 HyperSpeed to the M908, state connection.
- Where the specs have gaps
- The Naga V2 Pro and the Scimitar RGB Elite give no button count; the Naga V2 HyperSpeed, the Naga V2 Pro and the M908 give no max DPI.
- Price range
- At our last check the picks ran from the M908 (under $50) to the Naga V2 Pro ($150 to $250).
What to Look for in an MMO Mouse
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
Button count across these picks
Here button count runs from 15 on the Darkstar to 19 on the Naga V2 HyperSpeed, a 27% spread. For less, the M908 is the runner-up at 18 (under $50 tier). The Naga V2 Pro and the Scimitar RGB Elite give no button count figure, so 4 of 6 picks are compared here.
Battery life
The Naga V2 HyperSpeed tops battery life at 400 hours and the Darkstar sits lowest at 80 hours. The Naga V2 HyperSpeed is the pick for battery life. The Naga X, the Scimitar RGB Elite and the M908 give no battery life figure, so 3 of 6 picks are compared here.
A hand on a white gaming mouse, and the same mouse shown from below Polling rate
Across these 2 picks polling rate spans 1,000Hz (the M908) to 2,000Hz (the Darkstar). The Darkstar is the pick for polling rate. The Naga V2 HyperSpeed, the Naga X, the Naga V2 Pro and the Scimitar RGB Elite give no polling rate figure, so 2 of 6 picks are compared here.
What to check at home
Keep the Naga V2 HyperSpeed on its dongle for games; Bluetooth is for a laptop.
A hand next to a black wireless mouse on a blue mousepad Features beyond the spec table
The Naga V2 Pro: the Pro version of Razer's MMO line. The Scimitar RGB Elite: an 18,000 DPI optical sensor. The M908: a 12-button side panel at a budget price.
How to Choose an MMO Mouse
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Macros and editing shortcuts | Naga V2 HyperSpeed | The most button count here (19) |
| Players who want a lighter wired MMO mouse | Naga X | 16 programmable buttons at 85g |
| Players who want Razer's top MMO model | Naga V2 Pro | Razer's Pro-tier Naga with a Focus Pro sensor |
| Players who want to move the thumb buttons | Scimitar RGB Elite | A sliding side-button panel |
| Trying an MMO mouse cheaply | M908 | 18 programmable buttons at a budget price |
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Key specs side by side
The Naga V2 HyperSpeed leads on button count at 19, ahead of the M908 at 18. "Not listed" marks button count where the Naga V2 Pro and the Scimitar RGB Elite leave the figure out.
| Mice | Programmable buttons | Max DPI | Battery life | Polling rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Naga V2 HyperSpeed | 19 | Not listed | 400 hours | Not listed |
| Naga X | 16 | 18,000 | Not listed | Not listed |
| Darkstar | 15 | 26,000 | 80 hours | 2,000Hz |
| Naga V2 Pro | Not listed | Not listed | 300 hours | Not listed |
| Scimitar RGB Elite | Not listed | 18,000 | Not listed | Not listed |
| M908 | 18 | Not listed | Not listed | 1,000Hz |
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By price at the time of writing
At our last check the cheapest pick, the M908, sat in the under $50 tier, 3 tiers in all up to the Naga V2 Pro at $150 to $250; Amazon prices move, so recheck before buying.
| Price tier | Mice |
|---|---|
| Under $50 | M908 |
| About $50 to $100 | Scimitar RGB Elite, Naga V2 HyperSpeed, Naga X, Darkstar |
| About $150 to $250 | Naga V2 Pro |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the most button count: the Naga V2 HyperSpeed or the M908?
The Naga V2 HyperSpeed tops button count at 19; the M908 follows at 18, 6% apart. The Darkstar closes the ranking at 15. The Naga V2 Pro and the Scimitar RGB Elite don't state a button count figure, so they sit outside this comparison; 4 of 6 picks are ranked.
How does the Naga V2 Pro compare with the Naga V2 HyperSpeed on battery life?
Between the top two, it is 400 hours on the Naga V2 HyperSpeed against 300 hours on the Naga V2 Pro, a 33% difference. The spread runs down to the Darkstar at 80 hours. No battery life figure is published for the Naga X, the Scimitar RGB Elite and the M908, which leaves 3 of 6 picks ranked here.
Is the Darkstar ahead of the M908 on polling rate?
The Darkstar leads at 2,000Hz, with the M908 at 1,000Hz. The Naga V2 HyperSpeed, the Naga X, the Naga V2 Pro and the Scimitar RGB Elite are left out of this ranking because their polling rate isn't stated; 2 of 6 picks are ranked.
What makes the Naga V2 HyperSpeed the Most Buttons?
It earns the label for the most button count here (19). The M908 is next on button count at 18, so this pick's 19 is 6% further out. The M908, the cheapest pick, sat in the under $50 tier against $50 to $100 here, without out-ranking it on any listed spec. It makes sense for macros and editing shortcuts.
What should I check before buying the Naga V2 Pro?
Keep the Naga V2 Pro on its dongle for games; Bluetooth is for a laptop. In this guide it ranks fourth of 6, as our Best Premium Pick, and second of 3 on battery life (300 hours).
Beyond the specs, what sets the Naga V2 HyperSpeed and the Naga X apart?
The Naga V2 HyperSpeed: a Focus Pro optical sensor that tracks on glass. The Naga X: optical mouse switches. The Darkstar: a six-button thumb cluster.
Bottom Line
The Naga V2 HyperSpeed is the best all-round MMO mouse here. Choose the Naga X for a lighter wired option and the M908 to try the format for little money.
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