GLORIOUS Model D-  Mouse Review

Reviewed Nov 24, 2020 at 11:46am
Tested using Methodology v1.0 
GLORIOUS Model D-
6.7
Office/Multimedia 
8.5
Video Games (FPS) 
7.1
Video Games (MMO) 
8.9
Ultra-Light Gaming 
4.9
Travel 
 0

The GLORIOUS Model D- is an amazing ultra-light gaming mouse with an ergonomic shape that's very comfortable to use for those with small hands. It's smaller and lighter than the GLORIOUS Model D but offers the same features. It has a very wide CPI range that you can adjust in fairly small steps, and there's minimal CPI variation. It feels fairly well-built, but the body flexes easily and the side buttons feel mushy. However, the PFTE feet and the cable are both outstanding, making it very easy to glide around on your desk. The dedicated software allows you to reprogram any button and set RGB customization, but it's only available on Windows.

Our Verdict

6.7
Office/Multimedia 

The GLORIOUS Model D Minus is okay for office use. It's very comfortable to use and it's designed for those with small hands using the claw or palm grip. You can also reprogram any of its buttons. It feels fairly well-built, but the side buttons feel mushy and aren't as clicky as some other mice.

Pros
  • Designed for small or medium-sized hands with palm or claw grip.
  • Any button can be reprogrammed.
Cons
  • May be too small for larger hands.
  • Side buttons feel mushy.
8.5
Video Games (FPS) 

The GLORIOUS Model D Minus is excellent for FPS video games. It's very light and the outstanding cable and the virgin-grade PFTE feet help it glide around smoothly. It also has low click latency and a wide CPI range. However, its build quality is only decent and the side buttons feel mushy.

Pros
  • Designed for small or medium-sized hands with palm or claw grip.
  • Low click latency.
  • Glides around smoothly.
  • Very lightweight.
Cons
  • May be too small for larger hands.
  • Side buttons feel mushy.
7.1
Video Games (MMO) 

The GLORIOUS Model D Minus is decent for MMO gaming. It's very comfortable and has low click latency. However, its two side buttons may not be enough for most MMO gamers. It also has a wide CPI range and a high maximum polling rate.

Pros
  • Designed for small or medium-sized hands with palm or claw grip.
  • Any button can be reprogrammed.
  • Low click latency.
Cons
  • May be too small for larger hands.
  • Side buttons feel mushy.
  • Only two side buttons.
8.9
Ultra-Light Gaming 

The GLORIOUS D Minus is amazing for ultra-light gaming. It's much lighter than the GLORIOUS Model D, has outstanding feet, and the cable doesn't result in any drag. It's also very comfortable to use, especially for those with small hands.

Pros
  • Designed for small or medium-sized hands with palm or claw grip.
  • Low click latency.
  • Glides around smoothly.
  • Very lightweight.
Cons
  • May be too small for larger hands.
  • Side buttons feel mushy.
4.9
Travel 

The GLORIOUS Model D Minus is bad for travel. It's light but it may be too bulky to carry around in some laptop cases because of its wire. It feels fairly well-built, but the body flexes a bit. It's a comfortable mouse to use and works best with small hands using claw or palm grip.

Pros
  • Designed for small or medium-sized hands with palm or claw grip.
Cons
  • May be too small for larger hands.
  • Side buttons feel mushy.
  • Wired-only design too bulky for travel.
  • 6.7
    Office/Multimedia
  • 8.5
    Video Games (FPS)
  • 7.1
    Video Games (MMO)
  • 8.9
    Ultra-Light Gaming
  • 4.9
    Travel
  • Changelog

    1.  Updated Nov 24, 2020: Review published.
    2.  Updated Nov 20, 2020: Early access published.
    3.  Updated Nov 13, 2020: Our testers have started testing this product.
    4.  Updated Nov 10, 2020: The product has arrived in our lab, and our testers will start evaluating it soon.

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    Differences Between Sizes And Variants

    We tested the GLORIOUS Model D Minus, which is a smaller variant of the GLORIOUS Model D. You can either get it in white or black, with your choice of a glossy or matte finish. You can see the label of our matte black unit here.

    Popular Mouse Comparisons

    The GLORIOUS D Minus is a smaller and lighter version of the GLORIOUS Model D with nearly the same performance but is better suited for those with small hands. It's amazing for ultra-light gaming thanks to its lightweight design, but it doesn't feel as well-built as some other mice, such as the GLORIOUS Model O Minus.

    See our recommendations for the best gaming mice, the best FPS gaming mice, and the best wired mice.

    GLORIOUS Model D

    The GLORIOUS Model D- is slightly better for ultra-light gaming than the GLORIOUS Model D because it's lighter. The Minus is smaller and better suited for those with small hands, while the Model D is aimed at those with larger hands. Besides that, both mice have the same performance.

    GLORIOUS Model O-

    The GLORIOUS Model D- is slightly better for ultra-light gaming than the GLORIOUS Model O-. The D- has a more comfortable, ergonomic shape and has slightly lower click latency. However, the O- feels better-built, has a lower lift-off distance, and less CPI variation.

    GLORIOUS Model O

    The GLORIOUS Model O and the GLORIOUS Model D- are very similar mice. The Model O is better for office use because it feels better-built. However, the Minus is better for ultra-light gaming because it's lighter and has lower click latency.

    GLORIOUS Model I

    The GLORIOUS Model D- and the GLORIOUS Model I are lightweight, wired-only gaming mice. Both mice have a right-handed slant, but the Model I has more buttons on its left side, while the Model D- is slightly smaller so it's better suited for smaller hands. However, the Model I feels much more solidly built than the Model D-. 

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    Test Results

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    Design
    Style
    Type
    Standard
    Lighting ColorRGB
    Shape
    Length4.7" (120 mm)
    Height1.6" (41 mm)
    Width2.6" (66 mm)
    Grip Width
    61 mm
    5.6
    Portability
    Volume
    19.77 in³ (324 cm³)
    Cable/Receiver Storing
    No
    Weight
    Maximum Weight With Wire
    94 g
    Maximum Weight Without Wire
    61 g
    Minimum Weight Without Wire
    61 g
    Weight Distribution
    Centered
    Extra Weights
    No
    7.0
    Build Quality

    If you're interested in a similar ultra-lightweight gaming mouse but with a sturdier-feeling build quality, check out the Cooler Master MM711.

    8.5
    Comfort Of Use
    Right-handed
    Yes
    Left-handed
    No
    Ambidextrous
    No
    Coating
    Matte
    Finger Rest
    No
    Palm Grip: Hand Size Recommendation
    Small Hand
    Yes
    Medium Hand
    Yes
    Large Hand
    No
    X.Large Hand
    No
    Claw Grip: Hand Size Recommendation
    Small Hand
    Yes
    Medium Hand
    Yes
    Large Hand
    Yes
    X.Large Hand
    No
    Fingertip Grip: Hand Size Recommendation
    Small Hand
    No
    Medium Hand
    Yes
    Large Hand
    Yes
    X.Large Hand
    Yes
    0.0
    Wireless Versatility
    Bluetooth
    No
    Receiver
    No
    Battery Type
    No Batteries
    Use When Charging
    No
    On/Off Activation
    None
    Receiver Extender
    No
    Battery IndicatorNo

    If you're looking for a nearly identical version of the mouse that connects wirelessly, check out the GLORIOUS Model D- Wireless.

    9.0
    Cable
    ConnectivityWired
    Cable Length6.6 ft (2.0 m)
    Cable Type
    Paracord-like
    Permanent Kink
    Yes
    Port Type: Mouse End
    No Port
    Port Type: PC End
    USB
    9.0
    Mouse Feet
    Gliding Experience
    Very Good
    Material
    Virgin Grade PTFE
    Extra Included
    Yes
    In The Box
    Control
    Sensor Specifications
    Sensor Technology
    Optical (LED)
    Sensor Model
    PixArt PMW3360
    Works On Glass
    No
    Minimum CPI (DPI)
    400 CPI
    Maximum CPI (DPI)
    12,000 CPI
    CPI (DPI) Adjustment Steps
    100 CPI
    CPI (DPI) Variation
    -7%
    Minimum Lift Off Distance
    2.4 mm
    Maximum Polling Rate
    1000 Hz
    6.6
    Buttons
    Buttons Activation
    Mechanical
    Total Number Of Buttons
    6
    Number Of Side Buttons
    2
    Number Of Programmable Inputs
    5
    Profile Switching Button
    No
    CPI (DPI) Switching Button
    Yes
    Gesture Support
    No
    Mouse Wheel
    Scroll Wheel
    Notched Wheel
    Scroll Wheel Steps
    24 Steps
    Scroll Wheel Tilt
    No
    Thumb Wheel
    No
    Thumb Wheel Steps
    No Thumb Wheel
    Noise
    Click Noise
    Quiet
    8.4
    Click Latency
    Click Latency: Receiver
    N/A
    Click Latency: Bluetooth
    N/A
    Click Latency: Wired
    11 ms
    Operating System And Software
    8.0
    Compatible Software Option
    Software NameGlorious Model D Software
    Software Windows Compatibility
    Yes
    Software macOS Compatibility
    No
    Account Needed
    No
    On-Board Memory
    Yes
    CPI (DPI) Adjustment
    Yes
    Polling Rate Adjustment
    Yes
    Profile Configuration
    Yes
    RGB On/Off
    Yes
    8.3
    Mouse Compatibility
    Windows CompatibilityFully
    macOS CompatibilityPartially