The Best Lightweight Mouse - Spring 2023 Mice Reviews

The best lightweight mouse is the Razer Viper V2 Pro. This most recent update to Razer's Viper lineup shares the same comfortable, symmetrical shape as older models in the series, but it's much lighter. It weighs only 58g, making it 16g lighter than the previous generation Razer Viper Ultimate and much easier to make quick, precise movements. The other notable change compared to its predecessor is its new sensor package, as this model features the newly-released Focus Pro 30K, one of the most accurate and consistent sensors we've tested. This makes it an ideal choice for playing competitive, fast-paced games. It also has remarkably low click latency, and like other Razer mice, it uses optical switches, which are designed to prevent double-clicking issues that traditional mechanical switches can develop after prolonged use.

If you don't like the Viper's low-profile shape, you may prefer the Logitech G PRO X SUPERLIGHT. It weighs virtually the same and is shaped to accommodate a wider variety of hand shapes and sizes. However, its sensor isn't quite as advanced, its button switches aren't as durable, and it uses an outdated micro-USB cable for charging instead of the Razer's newer's USB-C port.

The best lightweight gaming mouse at an upper mid-range price point, we recommend the Pulsar X2 Wireless. While it might not be much to look at, there's plenty of performance under the hood. It weighs in at a remarkably lightweight 55g, and its medium size and shape put it right in the sweet spot for most hand sizes and grip types. It uses PixArt's new flagship PAW 3395 sensor, delivering excellent wireless performance, and clicky, responsive Kailh GM 8.0 switches. Its performance doesn't beat out our top pick, the Razer Viper V2 Pro, but it comes close considering the Pulsar's more affordable price point.

Altogether, it has an outstanding lightweight design perfectly suited for making fast and accurate movements in fast-paced and competitive titles. It's a great fit for most medium and larger-sized hands, but if you're interested in this mouse and have smaller hands, there's also a sized-down version called the Pulsar X2 Wireless Mini.

The best mid-range lightweight mouse we've tested is the Glorious Model I. Most lightweight mice are designed for fast-paced FPS gaming, but more ergonomic models that are well-suited for playing a variety of games are starting to appear. This mouse has a comfortable, right-handed shape similar to popular multi-genre gaming mice, like the Logitech G502 HERO or the Razer Basilisk V3. Its main advantage over those other models is that it's the lightest mouse for multi-genre gaming we've tested, as its low weight of just 70g is about 30g or so less than the Logitech or Razer. It has four side buttons, two of which are magnetic, allowing you to swap them out for differently shaped buttons or remove them entirely. Performance-wise, it has extremely low click latency and excellent overall sensor performance. Unfortunately, unlike most other multi-genre options, its scroll wheel doesn't have left and right tilt inputs or a free-scrolling mode.

It's a great option if you prefer an ultra-light version of a more ergonomic mouse with plenty of programmable inputs. For a mouse with even more programmable buttons, the SteelSeries Aerox 9 Wireless is designed for MMO/MOBA gaming. It has a full 12-button side panel and honeycomb-shaped cutouts in its shell to help reduce its weight. That said, it's a higher-priced option without a cheaper wired-only version available.

At a lower mid-range price point, we recommend checking out the ROCCAT Kone Pro. The price of this wired model used to bounce around quite a bit from a high point of about $70, but it's recently dropped to around $40, making it a very competitive lightweight choice at that price. Like our mid-range pick, the GLORIOUS Model I, this mouse has a curvy, ergonomic design for right-handed users. This shape provides extra comfort that can help keep your hands from getting tired or sore, even during longer play sessions, and it's a natural fit for palm or relaxed claw grips for most hand sizes.

Both the sensor performance and click latency are outstanding, and this mouse can deliver fast, responsive-feeling gameplay whether you play at a high competitive level or more casually. This mouse also has impressive RGB lighting that glows brightly through the semi-transparent plastic under the left- and right-click buttons. It's a rare feature on a lightweight mouse, especially in this price range, and it helps set it apart from the pack and provide a bit of visual flair.

If you're on a budget, we recommend checking out the Cooler Master MM720. The price of this mouse can vary between different retailers, but it's at its best value when it falls under the $30 mark. It's a wired model that weighs only 52g, making it the lightest gaming mouse on this list. Not everyone will be a fan of the design, which looks unusual compared to most mice currently available. Still, its right-handed shape is surprisingly comfortable and features a groove on the right side for resting your ring finger—a rare comfort-oriented feature on a lightweight mouse.

This shape makes it extremely well-suited for using a claw grip for most hand sizes. It has remarkably low click latency and overall sensor performance, rivaling much more premium options. Unfortunately, its weakness is mainly its build quality. Its side buttons have a mushy quality, and the honeycomb body squeaks and feels like it could crack if you press hard enough. While this won't present any problems during everyday use, it can pose long-term problems if you know you're rougher with your mice.