The Endgame Gear XM2we is a lightweight, wireless gaming mouse positioned as a budget version of Endgame Gear's upcoming XM2w, a successor to their previous release, the wired-only Endgame Gear XM1r. The XM2we has an identical shape compared to the XM1r and uses the same PixArt 3370 sensor. Impressively, despite adding wireless connectivity, it's also slightly lighter. Additionally, this mouse introduces new Kailh GO optical switches, which are advertised to have a longer life span and aren't prone to developing double-clicking issues over time like standard mechanical switches.
Our Verdict
The Endgame Gear XM2we is satisfactory for work but not designed specifically for this use. That being said, it has excellent build quality, and you can reprogram buttons using the lightweight configuration software. This mouse connects wirelessly, but it doesn't support Bluetooth or multi-device pairing, and, unfortunately, the scroll wheel lacks L/R tilt functions and doesn't have a free-scrolling mode.
- Excellent build quality.
- No support for Bluetooth or multi-device pairing.
- Scroll wheel lacks L/R tilt inputs and a free-scrolling mode.
The Endgame Gear XM2we is a fantastic FPS gaming mouse with excellent build quality and a comfortable, symmetrical shape ideal for a claw or fingertip grip for most hand sizes. It has very low click latency and outstanding overall sensor performance, delivering an extremely consistent and responsive-feeling experience in-game. It's also quite lightweight and has large, high-quality feet that glide smoothly on mousepads and desks.
- Excellent build quality.
- Lightweight.
- Excellent click latency.
- Outstanding sensor accuracy.
- Outstanding sensor latency.
The Endgame Gear XM2we is good for MMO gaming but doesn't have nearly as many side buttons as a dedicated MMO gaming mouse. That said, you can reprogram any of its buttons using the configuration software. It also has excellent build quality, outstanding all-around sensor performance, and very low click latency— providing a responsive and reliable in-game experience.
- Excellent build quality.
- Excellent click latency.
- Outstanding sensor accuracy.
- Not nearly as many side buttons as a dedicated MMO gaming mouse.
The Endgame Gear XM2we offers exceptional raw performance. It has excellent click latency, and its sensor provides remarkably consistent motion and accuracy performance that closely translates the physical movements you make with your mouse into the cursor movements you see on screen.
- Excellent click latency.
- Outstanding sensor accuracy.
- Outstanding 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 Mar 28, 2025:
We've added a note in the Build Quality section and a disclaimer to the Mouse Wheel section as we've encountered higher-than-expected reports from the community regarding potential scroll wheel failures.
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Updated Feb 05, 2025:
We've added a link to the newly reviewed Endgame Gear XM2w 4k to the Main Button section.
- Updated May 02, 2024: We've mentioned the newly-reviewed Endgame Gear OP1we in the Hand Size Recommendation section of this review.
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Differences Between Sizes And Variants
The Endgame Gear XM2we is available in a Black or White color option, but no other variants are available. Unlike the Endgame Gear XM1r, this mouse does not have multiple coating options, and both the black and white color variants have a matte, slightly chalky coating. We bought and tested the black color option, and you can see the label for our unit here.
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The Endgame Gear XM2we is a lightweight wireless gaming mouse that Endgame Gear describes as a budget version of its upcoming XM2w. It shares the same symmetrical shape as Endgame Gear's previous release, the Endgame Gear XM1r. This mouse also uses the same PixArt PAW3370 sensor, one of the highest performing and power-efficient sensors of the previous generation, rather than the new flagship PixArt PAW3395 sensor that Endgame Gear has announced will be used for the Endgame Gear XM2w. Altogether, this mouse provides outstanding wireless gaming performance at a mid-range price point. It isn't quite as lightweight as close competitors like the Pulsar X2 or the LAMZU Atlantis but provides better overall performance and a slightly more robust and premium-feeling build quality.
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The Endgame Gear XM2we is a more budget-friendly model in the same lineup as the Endgame Gear XM2w 4k. Altogether, the Endgame Gear XM2w 4k is better suited for more competitive gamers. Both are wireless mice that share the same shape, but the XM2we doesn't quite match the raw gaming performance of the XM2w 4k. The XM2w 4k has a newer sensor, supports a higher polling rate, and uses unique SPDT switches which provide exceptionally low click latency.
The Logitech G PRO X SUPERLIGHT and the Endgame Gear XM2we are wireless gaming mice that weigh virtually the same. The Logitech is generally better suited to a wider range of hand sizes and grip types. It also has a bit better click latency. On the other hand, the Endgame Gear's shape is best suited for large or medium-sized hands using a claw or fingertip grip. It also uses optical switches that can be significantly more durable and aren't prone to developing double-clicking issues after extended use, like the mechanical switches on the Logitech.
The Endgame Gear XM2 8k and the Endgame Gear XM2we are gaming mice with identical shapes in the same lineup. The XM2 8k is a wired-only model with better overall raw performance and support for a maximum polling rate of 8000Hz. It uses Kailh GX mechanical switches, which are SPDT switches that offer performance settings typical mechanical switches don't. On the other hand, the XM2we is a wireless model with optical switches, which aren't prone to developing double-clicking issues as they age.
The Endgame Gear OP1we and the Endgame Gear XM2we are lightweight wireless gaming mice. They have symmetrical shapes with similarly excellent build quality and grippy matte finish. While their overall shapes are similar, the XM2we is significantly larger than the OP1we, making it a better fit if you have large hands. Performance-wise, the two mice are similar. They have the same PixArt 3370 sensor, but the XM2we's raw performance is better.
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