Peripherals · Buying Guide
The Best MMO Gaming Mice
Count the thumb buttons you will use, then decide whether wireless and battery life are worth the premium.
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Choose a mouse by grip, hand size and connection first; sensor numbers matter less than the shape. These guides compare gaming and work mice by use and budget.
119 buying guides and 4 explainers.
What to check first
- 01
Shape and size against your hand and grip
- 02
Wired, 2.4 GHz or Bluetooth, and battery life
- 03
Weight and button count for your games or apps
Start here
- How to Choose a Gaming Mouse
Shape and size should fit your grip before weight, sensor specifications, polling rate, or extra buttons.
- Mouse polling rate and DPI: what each number changes
Work out your own effective sensitivity and decide whether a 1000 Hz or 8000 Hz mouse suits your PC and games.
- Wired, 2.4 GHz dongle or Bluetooth: which connection for a mouse or keyboard?
Decide which connection fits your setup, and which settings to check before you rely on a wireless mouse or keyboard.
- Gaming Mouse Features Explained: What Is Worth Paying For?
Pay for gaming mouse features that improve fit, reliability, and the tasks you repeat; skip headline specifications that your host, room, or software
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