The BenQ ZOWIE EC2-CW is a wireless gaming mouse that continues the BenQ ZOWIE's EC lineup. This mouse is the Medium-size option in the EC-CW Series, and along with its Small and Large-size variants, they're the first wireless mice BenQ ZOWIE have released. Like other mice in BenQ ZOWIE's catalog, this mouse is aimed mainly at competitive gamers and esports. This mouse is driverless, and its plug-and-play design means it has no customization software, but you can change sensor settings directly on the mouse itself. This mouse also includes what BenQ ZOWIE refer to as an Enhanced Receiver station, which acts as a charging dock and which they claim also provides better signal stability in congested wireless environments.
Our Verdict
Although not designed specifically for this use, the BenQ ZOWIE EC2-CW is okay for office work. It has excellent build quality and a comfortable ergonomic shape suitable for most hand sizes. However, this mouse lacks Bluetooth support and can't pair with multiple devices simultaneously. Also, there isn't any customization software for reprogramming buttons, and the scroll wheel lacks L/R tilt inputs and a free-scrolling mode.
- Excellent build quality.
- Scroll wheel lacks L/R tilt inputs and a free-scrolling mode.
- No customization software.
The BenQ ZOWIE EC2-CW is an excellent FPS gaming mouse with a comfortable ergonomic shape suitable for most hand sizes. It has low click latency and outstanding all-around sensor performance. It's considerably heavier than many other FPS-focused mice, so it isn't as easy to move quickly and accurately. Furthermore, its stock feet also don't glide as smoothly as those on similarly priced gaming mice.
- Excellent click latency.
- Excellent build quality.
- Exceptional sensor accuracy.
- Amazing sensor latency.
- Stock mouse feet don't glide as smoothly as those on most other gaming mice at this price point.
- Heavier than many other dedicated FPS gaming mice.
The BenQ ZOWIE EC2-CW is okay for MMO gaming, but it doesn't have nearly as many side buttons as a dedicated MMO gaming mouse. It has excellent build quality and a comfortable ergonomic shape suitable for most hand sizes. It also has excellent click latency and all-around sensor performance, delivering a consistent and responsive in-game experience.
- Excellent build quality.
- Exceptional sensor accuracy.
- Amazing sensor latency.
- Not nearly as many side buttons as a dedicated MMO gaming mouse.
- Stock mouse feet don't glide as smoothly as those on most other gaming mice at this price point.
The BenQ ZOWIE EC2-CW has outstanding performance overall. Its sensor provides amazing movement latency and exceptional accuracy that closely translates your physical mouse movements with those you see on-screen. It also has very low click latency, providing a snappy and responsive-feeling gaming experience. However, the click latency isn't as low as other wireless options around this price point.
- Excellent click latency.
- Exceptional sensor accuracy.
- Amazing sensor latency.
Changelog
- Updated Aug 19, 2025: We've converted this review to Test Bench 1.5.1. This update removes less relevant or redundant elements, including several videos. We've also adjusted our Sensor Latency testing, resulting in minor score changes. See our full 1.5.1 changelog for details.
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Updated Jun 19, 2025:
We've added a link to the newly reviewed successor to this mouse, the BenQ ZOWIE EC2-DW, in the Weight section.
- Updated Aug 15, 2024: We've added a link to the newly-reviewed Vaxee ZYGEN NP-01S Wireless (4K) in the Hand Size Recommendation section.
- Updated Jul 18, 2024: We've added a link to the GLORIOUS Model D 2 Wireless in the Wireless Versatility section of this review.
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Differences Between Sizes And Variants
The BenQ ZOWIE EC2-CW is only available in a black colorway. This mouse is part of a wider lineup of EC-CW Series, which are wireless versions of BenQ Zowie's original EC Series mice. There are three different size variants available for this mouse.
| Name | Size |
| EC3-CW | Small |
| EC2-CW | Medium |
| EC1-CW | Large |
We bought and tested the Medium-sized EC2-CW, but we expect the results of our tests to broadly apply to all three size variants. You can see the label of the unit we bought and tested here.
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The BenQ ZOWIE EC2-CW is the Medium-size variant in the EC-CW Series, and along with its Small and Large-size variants, they are the first wireless mice BenQ ZOWIE has released. This mouse is advertised for Esports players. Unlike many gaming mice, they don't have customization software which is typically not allowed for tournament play—instead, you can change settings on the mouse itself. This mouse also includes what BenQ ZOWIE calls an Enhanced Receiver, which they claim provides better wireless stability, especially in environments with lots of wireless signal interference, like LAN events or competitions. However, compared to other flagship gaming mice at this price point, like the Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro or Logitech G PRO X SUPERLIGHT, the BenQ ZOWIE isn't pushing the same technological boundaries as it's significantly heavier and doesn't perform as well.
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The Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro and the BenQ ZOWIE EC3-C are wireless gaming mice with similar right-handed shapes. The Razer is significantly lighter and performs somewhat better. It also has higher-quality feet and has software for adjusting settings. On the other hand, the BenQ doesn't have software but allows you to customize settings directly on the mouse itself.
The BenQ ZOWIE EC2-DW is the successor to the BenQ ZOWIE EC2-CW. While keeping the same shape, the DW improves on the CW with some small, yet meaningful changes that add up for a better overall experience. Namely, it's significantly lighter, has better mouse feet, and has a new sensor with a higher maximum polling rate of 4000Hz.
The BenQ EC2-CW and the Logitech G PRO X SUPERLIGHT are wireless gaming mice. The BenQ has a right-handed shape and doesn't have customization software. However, you can change sensor settings on the mouse itself. On the other hand, the Logitech has a symmetrical shape and has software for customization. It's also significantly lighter and performs better overall. Additionally, it has higher-quality feet and feels a bit sturdier.
The Pulsar Xlite V3 is a better wireless gaming mouse than the BenQ ZOWIE EC2-CW. The two have similar right-handed shapes, but the Pulsar is significantly lighter. The Pulsar has better performance, too, with lower click latency, better mouse feet, and a lower minimum lift-off distance.
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