For competitive gamers who demand speed and responsiveness, every gram counts. With high-quality features designed for effortless movement, easy connectivity, and long-lasting gaming sessions, this is the gaming mouse built for players who want it all.

Weighing just 67 g, the Volyx's standout feature is without a doubt its ultra-lightweight design. Allowing for swift, responsive movement, it enables gamers to take full advantage of speed without compromising on performance. Coupled with a stylish cut-out housing, this PC gaming mouse adds a unique aesthetic touch to any setup.

HATOR Gaming B.V. a pioneering gaming brand proudly born in Ukraine, announced today that its entry into the UK continues, with the launch of the HATOR Pulsar 4 Wireless Gaming Mouse, shipping online via hator.com. Recently announcing its entry into the UK market with the astonishing Skyfall Magnetic Keyboard range, smart gamers seeking premium precision without the premium pricing can now purchase the ideal companion to the keyboard via the Pulsar 4 Wireless.

The Pulsar 4 Wireless continues HATOR's proud tradition of 'no-compromise' quality and engineering, designing its best-in-class gaming hardware in-house, and working with the gaming community to deliver the essentials gamers crave, without the exorbitant price often found with high-end gaming brands.

Scyrox, by now, a well-known alternative to flagship gaming mice from the likes of Logitech and Razer, offering cheaper, often lighter, gaming mice with similar high-performance ambitions and top-tier internals. The Scyrox V12 series is no exception to that rule, with the V12L and V12M offering internals like the PixArt PAW Next I sensor alongside Kailh optical switches, with a 100 million-click MTBF, and a Nordic 54H20 MCU, with up to 8 kHz polling, and a magnetic scroll wheel encoder, for a starting price of $79.99. The Scyrox V12L and V12M will officially be available from November 2 on the Scyrox online store.

The V12L and V12 M are two variants of the same mouse shape in different sizes. The V12M, as you might imagine, is the smaller one of the two, which Scyrox recommends for gamers with hands measuring up to 190 mm, with the shell measuring in at 122 (L) × 62.69 (W) × 38.31 (H) with a weight of 49 g. Meanwhile, the V12L has dimensions of 125.96 (L) × 61.01 (W) × 39.85 (H) and a claimed 51 g weight. The V12 series mice are all symmetrical with a mild mid-hump design and slightly flared front and back, similar to Razer's Viper V4 Pro, which makes them suitable for just about any grip type, although particularly suited to a palm and claw grip, as we noted in our in-depth review of the Razer Viper V4 Pro. The V12 series is wireless, with a 2.4 GHz connection supported by a 250 mAh battery on both mice, although no battery life claims are made.

Hitscan has announced an update to its Hyperlight wireless gaming mouse from 2024, both reducing the weight of the symmetrical mouse and updating its internals in the name of faster clicks and lower response times. The Hitscan Hyperlight X will use the same shape as the original Hyperlight, but the Hyperlight X will allegedly weigh in at 35-37 g, depending on whether you're using full-size or dot skates. While Hitscan itself hasn't shared all that much about the new mouse, aside from its October 28 launch date, @jakeufps on X shared some information about the new hardware.

[Editor's note: Our in-depth review of the original Hitscan Hyperlight is live]

While the Hyperlight X will allegedly have the same shape, it will feature new SPDT switches—nominally closed mechanical switches that send a click when the circuit is opened, effectively reducing the actuation distance and click latency substantially. The Hyperlight X will also launch with the PixArt PAW 3950 sensor, an update from the prior 3395, and a Nordic nRF54L15 MCU. It will also ship with an 8K receiver, enabling 8 kHz polling from the factory instead of requiring an additional accessory purchase.
Update Oct 29th: Hitscan has updated the product page of the Hitscan X with official $109.99 pricing and a proper spec sheet.

ATK has officially announced its latest collaboration: Pikachu-flavored versions of its Blazing Sky F1 V3 lightweight wireless gaming mouse and its RS7 Air Hall effect gaming keyboard. Both products have already been announced in China, but the official launch date is October 20, and an international launch appears to be a way out. The collaboration is an official deal with Game Freak and Nintendo, and the F1 V3 Pikachu Edition is listed as having a launch price of CNY 369 ($55 converted), with a regular MSRP of CNY 419 ($63 converted). The RS7 Air Pikachu edition will launch at CNY 399 ($60 converted), with an official MSRP of CNY 449 ($67 converted).

The ATK F1 V3 uses the same small-medium claw and palm grip-optimized shape as the F1 V3 Ultimate+, meaning it measures in at 118.2 × 62.4 × 38.8 mm, but it weighs in at 41 g ±3 g, which is 10% heavier than the Ultimate+, and it has the same PixArt PAW 3955 Master sensor and Nordic 54LM20 MCU as the original mouse. ATK claims that those internals afford the mouse a click latency of just 0.174 ms, and ATK claims a wireless battery life of 300 hours at 1 kHz polling, despite the relatively small 300 mAh battery. The F1 V3 can connect to the PC via both USB Type-C and via 2.4 GHz with up to 8 kHz polling over both connections. The clicks use ATK's custom optical switches, while the scroll wheel uses a TTC Gold encoder.

Not too long ago, Epomaker started expanding its gaming peripherals line-up beyond the usual mechanical and analogue keyboards, with gaming mice being one of the company's new categories. The EM3 is Epomaker's latest addition to its gaming mouse line-up, and it has just shown off the mouse in a new official unboxing livestream and published the full specs ahead of the mouse's actual launch. The actual launch pricing of the EM3 has yet to be announced, but the product page and the mouse specs suggest it will be on the cheaper side. At 56 g, it won't be the lightest mouse around, but it might have a reasonable value proposition if the price is low enough.

The EM3 will have an ABS-carbon fiber composite shell and a symmetrical shape that measures in at 121.2 × 63.9 × 37.3 mm. It will have two programmable side buttons, and the main mouse clicks will be Huano Blue Shell White Dot switches, while the scroll wheel will have an F-switch encoder. According to the product page, the Epomaker EM3 will have a PixArt PAW 3315 sensor, which will limit the mouse to just 1 kHz polling rate, up to 16,000 DPI sensitivity, and 30 G acceleration. In Epomaker's livestream, the presenter describes the mouse's coating as being "slightly rough," and notes that it has good grip.

ATK has officially launched the Blazing Sky Phantom, a new wireless, carbon fiber composite gaming mouse that is promises a lightweight shell, flagship internals, and a reasonable price—at least compared to big gaming brands, like Razer and Logitech. ATK claims that the Blazing Sky Phantom weighs in at 44 g, although it has had to use honeycomb cutouts on the back of the shell in order to achieve this weight. The Blazing Sky Phantom is available on ATK's website for $99.98 during its pre-order period, after which it will increase to $119.98. Unlike most other carbon fiber mice, the Phantom is available in four different colors: Eon (Black) Prime (White), Verge (Blue), and Dune (Sand).

The mouse shape is the typical symmetrical shape reminiscent of something like a Razer Viper V4 Pro, but with a few notable changes. For starters, the ATK is notably smaller, measuring in at 119.7 × 62.5 × 37.3 mm, compared to the V4 Pro's 127.1 × 63.9 × 39.9 mm, and potentially making it a better fit for a variety of grip types. It also has an updated Nano coating, which is meant to give gamers better grip during tense moments. The side buttons on the ATK Blazing Sky Phantom also appear to be located further forward compared to the Razer. Internally, the ATK Blazing Sky Phantom features the new PixArt PAW 3955 Master sensor combined with a Nordic 54LM20 MCU, giving it an 8 kHz polling rate in both wired and 2.4 GHz modes and a peak sensitivity of 50,000 DPI. The brand claims that the mouse has a 0.174 ms of latency, although it's never specified whether this is motion latency or click latency.

Mchose, the maker of affordable gaming peripherals, has officially released the A7 V3-series gaming mice as the latest in its line-up of wireless gaming mice that mimic the Logitech G Pro X shape. The A7 V3 mice are available on the Mchose site in three variants: the A7 V3 Pro, coming in at $59, the V3 Pro+ at $69, and the V3 Pro Ultra+ for $79. All three versions also carry a 10% launch discount.

The A7 V3 series all feature the same ABS shell, Super Glide 2.0 coating, and roughly 59 g weight, and they measure in at 39.8 × 63.2 × 128.8 mm. The V3 Pro and Pro+ both have the older PixArt PAW 3950 TI sensor, while the V3 Ultra+ has the new PixArt PAW 3955 TI sensor, which has a slightly higher DPI and slightly better sensitivity and acceleration specs. The only difference between the V3 Pro and Pro+ is that the Pro+ comes with a magnetic wireless charging dock in addition to the 8 kHz nano receiver.

Wallhack has been teasing its M-001 wireless gaming mouse for some time, but it hasn't revealed much of what to expect from the new peripheral when it launches. However, Wallhack has now officially announced the M-001's release date and pricing, and provided a full spec sheet for the new mouse. The official launch date is slated for September 21, and one of the most notable facts that was previously unknown is that the mouse will have a magnesium shell. Despite the cast metal shell, M-001 will still weigh in at a relatively lightweight 53 g.

The internals are also premium, with the M-001 relying on a PixArt PAW 3950 sensor and a Nordic NRF54L15 MCU. This means it will be capable of 8 kHz polling, up to 30,000 DPI, and a claimed 2 ms wireless latency. As previously confirmed, the M-001 will have swappable batteries, and it will ship with two batteries included. We now also know that the batteries will be 250 mAh, which is more or less in-line with what other mouse makers are offering on similar MCU and sensor combinations. The M-001 will measure in at 120 × 64 × 39 mm and feature a right-handed symmetrical shape similar to Logitech's G Pro line-up, but with more sculpted sides.

XBAB Tech, a small mouse brand that started as an enthusiast project, has officially announced the pre-order availability date and pricing for the XA25, which it claims will be the lightest full-size gaming mouse on the market. The mouse shape closely mimics Logitech's G100s and the G305, both of which have a loyal following in the gaming community, and it will be a wired mouse, ditching the heavy battery in favor of an ultra-flex cable for lighter weight.

The basic specifications include an 8 kHz polling rate, a PixArt PAW 3950 sensor paired with a Nuvoton M483 MCU, Kailh Sword GM X switches, a TTC Dustproof Gold scroll wheel encoder, and Omron D2LS-21 side buttons. XBAB has reverse engineered and disabled features like DPI downshift and smoothing to reduce MCU processing and get the latency down as low as possible. The end result of the in-house testing is a claimed 3 µs firmware overhead.

Following a series of flagship gaming launches, CHERRY XTRFY is expanding its range to bring high-performance gaming gear to a wider audience. Announced today at Gamescon, the M42V2 is an ultralight gaming mouse designed for players of all levels and the first product in a new series of mice from the brand. Weighing just 45 grams and featuring a modular design with two interchangeable back shells, the M42V2 combines competitive-grade performance with an accessible price point.

"I've tried a lot of gaming mice over the years, and the M42V2 surprised me. At this price point, it's the best-feeling mouse I've ever tried. The shape, the weight and the clicks just feel right. It shows that you don't have to spend a lot to get a great gaming mouse", says Emil "HeatoN" Christensen, eight-time Counter-Strike world champion and Esports Hall of Fame inductee.

Keychron previously announced its MagOpt switches alongside a new G6 HE, a lightweight gaming mouse that features a flagship PAW 3955 sensor and seven retro color options. Now, the peripheral maker has revealed that it is refreshing its unorthodox M4 gaming mouse with that same MagOpt tech and a handful of similar retro colors to match.

The Keychron M4 is a compact gaming mouse aimed primarily at fingertip grip users, and the most recent version of the M4 has a PixArt PAW 3950 sensor and regular Huano mechanical switches. Keychron hasn't yet announced pricing on the M4 MagOpt version or confirmed whether it will have the new open-source firmware or the updated PAW 3955 sensor, but it has confirmed that the mouse will be available in Frosted Lavender, Frosted Ice, Frosted Smoke, and Frosted Mint colorways.

Gaming peripheral brand Attack Shark has announced the upcoming launch of the F1 AIR, a new flagship ultra-lightweight gaming mouse designed for competitive esports players seeking top-tier performance, responsiveness, and precision. Weighing just 39 g (±3 g), the F1 AIR is engineered to minimize hand and wrist fatigue during extended gaming sessions while maximizing agility and control. Its ultra-lightweight design enables faster flick shots, quicker stop-and-shoot adjustments, and more responsive aiming, giving FPS players the speed and precision needed to react instantly in high-pressure competitive scenarios. The F1 AIR will be available for order on attackshark.com starting from August 17, 2026.

Equipped with the latest PixArt PAW3955MAX sensor, the F1 AIR combines cutting-edge tracking technology with ultra-responsive wireless performance. The sensor features native support for HP 1K, 2K, and 4K polling rate modes, enabling more efficient integration with modern high-polling-rate wireless transmission systems. Supporting polling rates of up to 8K, it delivers rapid data communication and highly responsive tracking, while fine-grained 1-DPI adjustment allows players to tailor sensitivity with exceptional precision. The result is smooth, accurate control designed to keep pace with the speed and demands of modern competitive gaming.

Gaming peripheral brand ATTACK SHARK has announced the upcoming launch of the RS6 ULTRA, its most advanced wireless gaming mouse to date. Designed for competitive FPS players and the premium esports peripheral market, the new model combines a lightweight carbon fiber structure, flagship sensing technology, low-latency wireless performance, and a magnetic hot-swappable battery system.

The RS6 ULTRA's magnetic hot-swappable battery system is designed to eliminate the compromises associated with conventional wireless gaming mice. Unlike integrated lithium battery designs that require wired charging and eventually suffer from battery aging, or conventional removable battery systems that depend on battery doors and latch mechanisms, the RS6 ULTRA features a proprietary magnetic alignment design with gold-plated contacts, enabling fast, tool-free battery replacement without disrupting wireless operation. Its dual-battery system further ensures uninterrupted gameplay by allowing one battery to power the mouse while the included 8K receiver simultaneously charges the spare, providing continuous wireless performance and a longer product lifecycle through easily replaceable batteries.

After teasing the HE65 V2 in early June, Epomaker has finally released the compact 65% TMR gaming keyboard, making it available in black or white for $99.99 on the Epomaker online shop or at Amazon. The HE65 V2 TMR, as the name suggests, is a 65% TMR keyboard with an 8 kHz polling rate, wireless connectivity, an ABS plastic case. The keyboard features a gasket mount and an FR4 plate, and it has four layers of sound damping (latex switch foam, an IXPE switch pad, EPDM case foam, and a silicone case pad). The HE65 V2 TMR uses TMR sensors to make it compatible with N-pole magnetic switches—it ships with Epomaker's Creamy Jade Hall Effect switches by default—but it is also compatible with three- and five-pin MX-style mechanical switches, allowing buyers to choose between the classic mechanical sound and feel or the performance and adjustability benefits of analogue input. The keycaps on both versions of the HE6 V2 TMR are matte translucent polycarbonate Cherry profile keycaps with silk-screened lettering. Despite the compact design, there is a three-key navigation column and a modular, customizable knob on the right edge of the keyboard. Wireless connectivity on the HE65 V2 TMR is powered by a 4,000 mAh battery, but Epomaker makes no claims of battery life.

The Epomaker NEX Pro is the peripheral maker's latest lightweight wireless gaming mouse, and it packs the flagship-tier PixArt PAW3950 sensor and the ever-popular Nordic 54L15 MCU, which enables 8 kHz polling, up to 42,000 DPI, 750 IPS tracking, and up to 50 G acceleration. The NEX Pro has a right-handed, mild ergonomic design with two extra programmable side buttons and an extra button on the top behind the scroll wheel. Epomaker says that the NEX Pro is designed for medium-to-large hands, with dimensions of 122 × 65 × 42 mm (L × W × H) and a claimed weight of 65 g, which isn't particularly heavy but is also by no means "ultra-lightweight," as Epomaker claims. The brand has not revealed what microswitches the NEX Pro uses, but it does specify that the switches have a lifetime of 100 million clicks. The Epomaker NEX Pro features both 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth wireless connectivity, and it has a 500 mAh battery that should deliver a claimed 50 hours of use at 8 kHz. The NEX Pro also comes with a color-matched magnetic charging dock with customizable RGB underglow. The NEX Pro launched at $79.99, and it's available on Epomaker's online shop or on AliExpress.

ATK has officially announced its next flagship-tier lightweight gaming mouse, the X1 Air Master+, which will launch globally on May 26 for CNY 299.2, which converts to roughly $44.03, according to the peripheral maker's latest post on Bilibili. Pricing will likely vary depending on the region, but it will likely still be in the affordable or mid-range price bracket. The X1 Air Master+ features a fairly standard symmetrical shape, measuring 127 × 60 × 40 mm (L × W × H), with a slightly rearward hump, and it weighs in at a claimed 48 g, which isn't as light as something like the new Finalmouse but will be noticeably lighter than something like a Logitech G Pro X2 Superstrike for most people. In terms of internals, the X1 Air Master+ will feature a Nordic 54-series MCU, a new PixArt PAW 3955 Master sensor, and ATK optical mouse switches.

Perhaps the most interesting part of the ATK X1 Air Master+'s design comes from its firmware, which allows for custom virtual sensor position, without having to actually physically move a sensor or resort to two sensors to interpolate the virtual sensor position. According to the marketing information shown off in the Bilibili post, the sensor's virtual position will be adjustable along the Y axis, which should enable players sensitive to sensor position to "move" the sensor to make their movements more comfortable and accurate. The rest of the mouse seems to offer a complete package, too, with a claimed 0.181 ms click latency and up to 300 hours of battery life on a single charge. ATK also includes three separate styles of PTFE feet—medium, wide, and dot skates—for players to customize the feel of their gaming mouse physically as well as digitally. It will also feature an adjustable dynamic DPI curve, which will let players set variable sensitivity at different movement speeds.

ATK has become known for its impressive budget gaming peripherals that provide gamers with an alternative to flagship gaming mice and keyboards without having to empty their wallets. The brand's latest launch is the ATK Dragonfly A9 Mini, which, the brand claims, will be a world-first exclusive launch of the PixArt PAW 3955 Master sensor, which will be a custom version of the existing PAW 3955 sensor. The mouse itself looks to be a pretty close match to the compact shape of the Logitech G Pro X Superlight 2C, and it will likely weigh the same as or a little less than Logitech's design, which comes in at 51 g.

As for exact internal specifications, not much has been revealed, but it would make sense for ATK to use a Nordic 52-series MCU and either tuned Omron optical or Huano mechanical switches. Regardless of MCU, the ATK Dragonfly A9 Mini will likely feature 8 kHz polling and ATK's typical "Ice-Feel" coating. The skates deviate from Logitech's design, with two large flat skates at the front and back as well as the typical ring around the sensor. Pricing and availability have not yet been announced, but it will likely cost around the same $59.98-74.98 range as the regular Dragonfly A9 series.

Redragon has just announced two new affordable wireless gaming mice: The Taipan Pro M810, a right-handed conventional ergonomic gaming mouse, and the Impact Elite M913, an MMO mouse with 12 programmable side buttons. The Taipan Pro M810 is a fairly conventional gaming mouse shape, falling squarely within the same category as the likes of the Razer Basilisk or Logitech G502 shapes, with its left-side thumb shelf, fairly high front, and mid-hump design. The Taipan Pro has eight buttons in total, including middle click, thanks to the two shortcut keys on the left side, two buttons on the top behind the scroll wheel, and a button to the left of the left click.

Redragon markets the Taipan Pro as an FPS mouse, but it doesn't specify the mouse's weight, and it uses the PixArt PAW3311 sensor, which tops out at 12,000 DPI and 35 G acceleration, while the polling rate maxes out at 1 kHz. It uses Huano mechanical switches with a 20-million click MTBF rating, although there is no specific mention of a switch model or actuation force. The Taipan Pro features both 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth wireless connectivity, and Redragon claims it can manage up to 188 hours on a single charge with the RGB accent lighting off and 29 hours with the accent lighting on. Both the RGB lighting and the button mapping are customizable in Redragon's software suite for Windows. By far the most attractive part of the Redragon Taipan Pro 810M is its price, at $39.99 for the white version and $42.99 for the black version from the Redragon web store.

Epomaker is no stranger to carbon fiber gaming mice, having previously launched the CarbonX gaming mouse, which used a lattice frame shell to reduce weight. The latest carbon fiber mouse from Epomaker is the Carbonis, and although it hasn't been fully revealed just yet, Epomaker has made early bird reservations available, charging prospective buyers a $1 non-refundable fee in exchange for a reservation and $15 discount when the mouse eventually launches later in January. No pricing is available just yet, but if it falls under around $70-80, it might be a competitive affordable alternative to flagship gaming mice, depending on the execution.

What we do know from the existing product page for the Carbonis mouse is that it will have a solid carbon fiber shell, and it will be a right-handed ergo shape, somewhat reminiscent of the Razer DeathAdder V4 Pro we reviewed prior. It will also be powered by the PixArt PAW 3950 sensor and the Nordic N54L MCU, and it will have an 8 kHz polling rate. It will also feature an online driver, instead of a Windows-only driver that needs to be installed. It will also have a small LCD on the top, likely used to display polling rate, battery level, and DPI settings, similarly to the Chilkey Glacier L W. Weight figures have not yet been announced, but it would be surprising to see a "lightweight" carbon fiber mouse launch at much over 60 g at most. The Carbonis will be available in a purple gradient colorway and a black colorway with the raw forged carbon fiber pattern visible on the surface. Both colorways have a gold scroll wheel, and no switches or encoder specs have been revealed.

Akko is best known as a manufacturer of keyboards, yet they do offer a couple of wireless mouse models—mostly shaped as cute cartoon animals. Unsurprisingly, the Chinese brand had its colorful selection of Cat-themed pointer devices on prominent display at last week's CES trade event. TechPowerUp noticed a couple of more sober-looking offerings positioned in front and to the side of Akko's chunky feline-profiled peripherals. As of early 2026, Akko has debuted brand-new Nest, Dash, and Framer wireless gaming mice models—showcased as standard black or white variants. The keyboard specialist has already released two symmetrical designs—under the Pulse 01 and AG ONE lines—but their latest wave branches off with two right-hand ergonomic shape options.

The flagship Nest model is advertised as offering "ergonomic control" over really long first-person shooter or MOBA gaming sessions. Its overall shape seems to be inspired by Zowie's popular EC range. MSRP is $89.99, but Akko was running a special launch priced promo during CES week. The lightweight (49 grams) Nest design is based around a custom implementation of Pixart's top-level PAW3950 optical sensor, paired up with a pair of high-performance Nordic MCUs. Specifically, the nRF52840 and nRF52820 chipsets have been deployed in order to enable ultra-stable wireless transmission and low-latency response. The Nest can support 8000 Hz polling rates across its 2.4G wireless and wired modes.

MCHOSE has launched updated G3 wireless gaming mouse models, in standard and Pro flavors. The original variants arrived over a year ago; infamously borrowing many external elements from Logitech's aging G305 device. This egg-shaped peripheral remains a fan favorite, despite its continuous deployment of ancient internal components and technologies—TechPowerUp's former mouse reviewer, Vanir, deemed the G305 worthy of a "Highly Recommended" medal. Since 2018, a couple of mainstream manufacturers have released "in the ballpark" small-to-medium alternatives—including the Razer Orochi V2, Fantech Aria, and Corsair Katar. Taking a very direct/brazen approach, the MCHOSE team spotted a gap in the market, and pushed out a thoroughly modernized interpretation of Logitech's budget-friendly wireless accessory.

The Chinese company's latest flagship utilizes PixArt's popular PAW3395 optical sensor. The non-Pro V2 model makes do with the lesser PAW 3311 package. MCHOSE's design team has adjusted parts of the new generation's exterior; falling in line with aesthetics present on newer G and L-series models. Small refinements do not disguise the G3's origins—its overall shape is distinctly G305. The borrowing of well-known Western IPs is a bit of gray area; earlier this year we noted a similar case. KYSONA, another Chinese brand, launched a modern rendition of Roccat's classic Kone Pure. Logitech leadership has likely kept track of various clones, mainly unashamed copies of the omnipresent G PRO series.

Keychron has officially updated its M6 8K gaming mouse, sticking to the ergonomic right-handed shape and affordable $69.99 price of the existing 1 kHz and 4 kHz versions but making some choice upgrades to both the sensor and the internals in the name of both performance and convenience. The M6 8K now features a PixArt 3950 sensor with 8 kHz polling and up to 30,000 DPI, but the most interesting updates come from the new scroll wheel, updated switches, and new firmware, all of which address common criticisms with the prior versions of the M6. The M6 still does not include any decorative RGB or angular aesthetics typically found on many gaming mice, though. The M6 8K is available in both black and white, at a price of $69.99, on Keychron's web store.

First off, the mouse wheel of the M6 8K is now metal—at least on the contact surface, where it counts—and Keychron says the new magnetic scroll mechanism is both quieter and uses Hall-effect sensors for more precise tracking. The aforementioned scroll wheel can be toggled between infinite scroll mode and the traditional notched scrolling experience. The left and right clicks have both also been swapped out for Huano Silent Micro mechanical switches. Other features, like the side scroll, additional buttons, and tri-mode wireless connectivity carry over from the M6 1K and 4K. The battery capacity of the M6 8K remains the same 800 mAh, and Keychron claims that the mouse can achieve up to 120 hours in 1 kHz polling mode. One, likely unavoidable, change for the M6 8K is the increased weight, with the new mouse coming in at a much heavier—although still lightweight—86 g, compared to the 78 g of the M6 1K and M6 4K. The firmware for the M6 8K also makes it compatible with Keychron Launcher, Keychron's in-house browser-based customization software that offers everything from macro creation, DPI, and polling rate settings to control over LOD, Motion Sync, and Angle Snapping.

be quiet! is expanding its gaming mice and mechanical keyboard lineup by introducing the new Dark Perk Sym and Dark Perk Ergo mice, as well as Dark Mount and Light Mount mechanical keyboards. be quiet! also the new Project Light Base Stand, a custom-designed accessory that adds a fourth orientation option for the Light Base 900 FX chassis.

The be quiet! new gaming mice bring high-performance and premium design, combined with full configurability, and it is obvious that company is trying to cover as much base as possible since the Dark Perk Ergo is a right-handed mouse while the Dark Perk Sym features a symmetrical layout for ambidextrous use. Both new mice share similar specifications, including 55 g weight, the Pixart PAW 3950 32,000 DPI sensor, 8000 Hz polling rate, and precise optical Omron switches. These are wireless mice that promise up to 100 hours of usage time. be quiet! also showcased its new Dark Mount and Light Mount mechanical keyboards, and this is the company's first entry into the gaming keyboard market. Both use triple-layer sound dampening, aluminium top plate, proprietary silent switches that will be available in linear or tactile versions, per-key RGB illumination, and more. The Dark Mount uses a modular construction with unique Media Dock, while Light Mount aims for a more minimal design with an integrated Media Wheel. Both will use be quiet!'s IO Center software.

Late last November, 8BitDo announced the transparent "classic Xbox-inspired" Retro 87 mechanical keyboard and a matching Retro R8 wireless mouse. The brand tends to borrow visual language from much older hardware—mostly from the 1980s and 1990s—but Microsoft's debut home console effort (in Halo 2 Collector's Edition form) stimulated 8BitDo's design team. As of last week, the manufacturer has opened up pre-orders for another Retro R8 mouse model. The "N Edition" variant will be deployed with identical internals—as seen within its translucent forebear; namely Pixart's PAW 3395 optical sensor and Kailh's Sword GM X micro switches—but it features a familiar off-white/multi-gray tones/red button aesthetic. 8BitDo's product page does not mention Nintendo's Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) by name, but promotional imagery showcases a return to truly retro pastures. The Retro R8 N Edition SKU is also marketed as a "perfect companion" to the brand's first attempt at making a mechanical keyboard: the Retro 87. 8BitDo's official webstore advertises a May 22 launch for their Retro R8 N Edition wireless mouse—the pre-order price is $49.99 (+ shipping fee).

A vertical mouse is an ergonomic choice for your desk setup, because it helps to keep your wrists in their natural, in-line position rather than flattened and twisted.
The Hansker Performance Gaming Vertical Mouse achieves this verticality without compromising on any of the high-performance functions you'll need to keep yourself competitive. The onboard PixArt PAW3395 sensor delivers top-tier precision matched by a 1000 Hz polling rate, so you know that your movements and tracking are right where they need to be.

THE GAMER'S VERTICAL MOUSE
The mouse connects through USB-C, Bluetooth, or high-performance wireless dongle for excellent flexibility—and thanks to Windows, Mac, or Linux customization, you can dial in your settings from virtually any system. There's also Low-Force Huano Switches for speed and comfort, as well as a 51-degree ergonomic angle to keep your hands positioned just right. And of course, the sleek, all-black design will look just as at home in a gamer's setup as it would in a more professional space.