Choosing the right gaming mouse may not be very easy, given the fact that there are so many gaming mice in the market and so many options and reviews which only make things even more complicated. Below are five mistakes that you should avoid when buying your next gaming mouse to facilitate your buying process. And yes, contrary to what people may say, those RGB lights could just improve your gameplay—don’t let anyone tell you any different!
Mistake #1: Falling for the Marketing Gimmicks
The time of focusing on DPI is coming to an end, but some manufacturers continue to insist on such a false value as DPI. Yes, sure Logitech is having the highest 25000 DPI but practically it did not make much of a difference with a 3200 DPI mouse. The reality is that if you are not using fine tuning to alter the dpi together with the in-game sensitivity, then a high dpi will not make much of a difference. Which, as confirmed by Battle(non)sense, disappears at the level exceeding 3200 DPI, which means that the difference in input lag is not going to be that noticeable.
Polling rate is another feature that people get carried away with. And while Razer’s 8,000 Hz polling rate sounds like a big deal, the difference between 8,000 Hz and 1,000 Hz is but a few milliseconds. Instead, it is better to pay attention to such characteristics as the mouse’s weight, the switches, and cable because these characteristics will influence your gaming in a much more tangible way.
Mistake #2: The Wired vs. Wireless Dilemma
As if you are still in a dilemma on which type of mouse to choose – wired or wireless, then it is time to go. Specifically, in 2024, wireless gaming mice will be as responsive as wired gaming mice in terms of latency and click response. Researches have proved that most of the high-end wireless mice are faster than wired mice. But if you will just stay on a good and valid 2. 4 GHz connection, you would not feel that you are lagging at all. The only things that one may find in a wired mouse now are its lower price, lighter weight, and no battery to run out of charge.
Mistake #3: Overlooking Hand Size and Grip Preferences
One of the major errors that people make is assuming that any mouse will fit the hand and grip style perfectly. To determine hand size and mouse size, use charts such as Rocket Jump Ninja’s hand and mouse size ratio guides before you buy. These charts may point you in the direction of a mouse that will better fit your lifestyle. If possible, it is recommended that you should use the mouse in the store before buying it. But you must understand that comfort is relative and you might take some time to embrace the new shape of the MZ-1 after using the wider mouse.
Mistake #4: Falling for Feature Overload
The fact of the matter is that increased features do not necessarily translate into improved performance. There are devices such as gyroscopes, analog sticks, and extra buttons; consider if you will find these useful other than the first few weeks of gaming. Otherwise, choosing a less complicated, less stressful design that will do the job can be the better decision. Just bear in mind that the features such as adjustable shapes that enhance the ergonomics are more useful in the long run than having a mouse with all the features one can think of.
Mistake #5: Neglecting Software Bloat
This is the case with drivers; they can be very good, or very bad. Razer Synapse and Corsair iCUE have a lot of features that allow for customization but they may cause issues and high usage of resources. However, if you do not want to tweak every single option, then you may be better off with a mouse that has a memory stored onboard. Major brands such as Xtrfy provide basic customization services without the use of heavy software and this makes work easier and the system faster.
Conclusion
Therefore, the next time you are out in the market to buy a new gaming mouse, pay attention to the features that are most beneficial to you. And tell me — what parameters do you consider while choosing a gaming mouse? Do you think that you will change your mind today?
