The Endgame Gear XM2 8k v2 is a wired gaming mouse that continues Endgame Gear's XM lineup. It shares the same symmetrical, claw-grip optimized shape as earlier models in the series and continues to use Kailh GX SPDT (single-pole double-throw) switches. Their dual-contact design enables GX Speed Mode, which registers a click immediately when the switch breaks contact with its upper contact, rather than waiting for it to reach the lower contact. This earlier detection point can provide a small switch-level latency advantage over the single-contact switches used in many other gaming mice. Compared to the previous generation Endgame Gear XM2 8k, this new model uses a custom variant of PixArt's PAW3950 flagship sensor, replacing the PAW 3395 on the original. It also uses a new Kailh dustproof scroll-wheel encoder and has a somewhat lighter and more flexible woven cable.
Our Verdict
The Endgame Gear XM2 8k v2 isn't designed for work, but as is typically the case with gaming mice, it's perfectly acceptable for this use. It has excellent build quality and a comfortable symmetrical shape that provides good support over longer stretches. Its major weaknesses compared to dedicated work mice are its relatively few re-mappable buttons, lack of wireless connectivity and multi-device pairing, and the absence of specific productivity features like gesture controls or free scrolling.
Excellent build quality.
Wired-only; no multi-device pairing.
Lacks productivity features like free-scrolling or gesture controls.
The Endgame Gear XM2 8k v2 is an outstanding FPS gaming mouse. It's remarkably lightweight, allowing for quick, precise movement, and it has extraordinarily low and consistent click and sensor latency, making it perfectly suited for high-level competitive play. The build quality is also excellent, and its symmetrical shape has a wide, rearward hump designed to support a claw grip for users with medium or large hands. Its only drawback is that it's a wired-only model. While its cable is lightweight and highly flexible, some users may find that it hinders wide, sweeping movements.
Extremely lightweight.
Excellent build quality.
Exceptionally low click latency.
Exceptionally low sensor latency.
Wired-only; the cable may hinder movement.
The Endgame Gear XM2 8k v2 isn't designed specifically for MMO gaming, as it has fewer side buttons than dedicated MMO mice typically do. Despite this shortcoming, it has excellent build quality and a relatively large shape with a wide rear that's best suited to support claw-grip users with medium or large hands. It's comfortable enough for longer PvE sessions, while its exceptionally low and consistent click latency makes it well-suited to high-level PvP play.
Excellent build quality.
Fewer side buttons than a dedicated MMO mouse.
The Endgame Gear XM2 8k v2 delivers extraordinary raw performance. It has exceptionally low and consistent click latency and sensor latency performance, supported by a maximum polling rate of 8000Hz that helps contribute to the lowest latency possible, and, moreover, extremely consistent performance. Its sensor doesn't suffer from any tracking or accuracy issues. Altogether, it's ideally suited for high-end competitive play in any genre without any identifiable weaknesses.
Exceptionally low click latency.
Exceptionally low sensor latency.
Supports a maximum 8000Hz polling rate.
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Differences Between Sizes And Variants
The Endgame Gear XM2 8k v2 is available in Black, White, Dark Frost, and White Frost variants. We bought and tested the Black model; see our unit's label here.
Popular Mouse Comparisons
The Endgame Gear XM2 8k v2 continues Endgame Gear's XM2 lineup and shares the same core internals and firmware implementation as its smaller and much narrower sibling, the Endgame Gear OP1 8k v2. These two lineups represent some of the best and most consistently performing gaming mice on the market. In fact, their raw performance matches or slightly outshines that of more expensive flagships from larger manufacturers, including the Logitech G PRO X2 SUPERSTRIKE and the Razer Viper V4 Pro. However, they also belong to an increasingly small group of wired mice, as most of the high-end market has transitioned to wireless models. Their wired designs provide industry-leading performance at a lower price without worrying about battery life or potential wireless interference. The trade-off is having a cable, which some may find hinders movement, especially when using very low CPI settings that require large swipes or frequent repositioning.
As for the changes introduced with this v2 version, the improvements are predictably modest, given the already high bar set by the Endgame Gear XM2 8k. Build quality is still excellent, and its click latency remains nearly unmatched in the industry. The new custom sensor also performs virtually flawlessly but brings very little meaningful improvement in motion performance, which isn't surprising given how little headroom remains. The tangible upgrades are a somewhat lighter and more flexible cable and a new dustproof Kailh encoder. Altogether, this is an outstanding gaming mouse for enthusiasts and competitive players who favor a claw grip, and it's especially compelling if you aren't bothered by a cable. However, given the relatively small improvements over its predecessor, the original Endgame Gear XM2 8k remains worth considering while stock lasts if you can find it at a lower price.
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The Endgame Gear XM2 8k v2 is a newer iteration of the Endgame Gear XM2 8k. Both are wired mice aimed at competitive enthusiasts and share the same supportive, claw-grip-oriented shape. The v2 uses an updated sensor that provides marginally lower sensor latency. It also has a slightly lighter and more flexible cable and a new dustproof scroll wheel encoder, which may improve long-term reliability, as a higher-than-expected number of users reported early scroll wheel failure on the original model.
The Endgame Gear OP1 8k v2 and the Endgame Gear XM2 8k v2 are wired gaming mice aimed at enthusiast, competitive gamers. The two mice share nearly identical internal components and have virtually the same exceptional raw performance. The biggest difference between them is their shape: the OP1 is smaller and much narrower, making it best suited for small or medium hands, while the XM2 is larger and wider with a somewhat prominent rearward hump, making it best suited for medium or large hands.
The Razer Viper V4 Pro and the Endgame Gear XM2 8k v2 are high-end gaming mice aimed at competitive players. The Razer is a wireless model with a lower-profile shape and a more centered hump. Its shape accommodates a wide range of hand sizes and grip types, and it uses optical switches for its main buttons. By comparison, the Endgame Gear has a wider, more prominent hump positioned farther toward the rear. Its shape is specifically designed for a claw grip and is best suited for medium or large hands. It also uses dual-contact SPDT mechanical switches with a speed mode designed to reduce click latency. Both mice perform exceptionally well, but the Endgame Gear has slightly lower measured click and sensor latency.
The Logitech G PRO X2 SUPERSTRIKE and the Endgame Gear XM2 8k v2 are high-end gaming mice aimed at enthusiasts and competitive gamers, but they take quite different design approaches. The Logitech is a wireless model that uses haptic inductive switches, which let you adjust actuation and reset points as well as the strength of the tactile feedback you get when clicking. It also has a broadly accommodating shape that works well with a wide range of hand sizes and grip types. On the other hand, the Endgame Gear is a wired-only model that uses dual-contact SPDT mechanical switches with speed modes designed to reduce click latency. Its shape is specifically designed for a claw grip and is best suited for medium or large hands. It's also somewhat lighter, and while both mice perform exceptionally well, the Endgame Gear has slightly lower measured click and sensor latency.
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