Marsback Zephyr RGB  Mouse Review

Reviewed Aug 06, 2021 at 10:49am
Tested using Methodology v1.0 
Marsback Zephyr RGB

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The Marsback Zephyr RGB is a good wired gaming mouse. It feels very sturdy, and it has a lightweight, perforated body with two side buttons and a fan in the palm section intended to keep your hand cool and dry. Cooling properties aren't something we test, but the fan works as intended, and you can adjust its speed with a button on the underside. There are several RGB zones within the body and CPI indicators on either side. Performance-wise it has good click latency, a very low lift-off distance, and a wide CPI range. However, it only has six default CPI presets. Unfortunately, it lacks customization software, and the fan makes the mouse vibrate when in use, which may be uncomfortable or irritating for some.

Our Verdict

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Office/Multimedia 

The Marsback Zephyr RGB is acceptable for office and multimedia work, but it only connects with a wired connection and doesn't have any software for reprogramming buttons. That said, it feels very well built and has a comfortable ambidextrous shape well suited for all grip types and most hand sizes. Unfortunately, the scroll wheel lacks L/R tilt buttons and doesn't unlock for free scrolling.

Pros
  • Feels very well-built.
  • Comfortable ambidextrous shape well-suited for all grip types and most hand sizes.
  • Internal fan in the palm area designed to cool your hand.
Cons
  • Internal fan causes the entire mouse to vibrate, which may be uncomfortable for some users.
  • Wired-only.
  • Mouse wheel lacks L/R tilt buttons and doesn't unlock for free scrolling.
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Video Games (FPS) 

The Marsback Zephyr RGB is a good FPS gaming mouse that's lightweight and feels very sturdy. It has a comfortable ambidextrous shape that's well-suited for all grip types and nearly all hand sizes. It also has a flexible paracord-like cable and mouse feet that glide smoothly. Performance-wise it has good click latency, a very low lift-off distance, and a wide CPI range. Unfortunately, it only has six preset CPI settings.

Pros
  • Lightweight.
  • Feels very well-built.
  • Comfortable ambidextrous shape well-suited for all grip types and most hand sizes.
  • Internal fan in the palm area designed to cool your hand.
Cons
  • Only six default CPI preset settings.
  • Internal fan causes the entire mouse to vibrate, which may be uncomfortable for some users.
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Video Games (MMO) 

The Marsback Zephyr RGB is passable for MMO gaming, but it doesn't have nearly as many side buttons as a dedicated MMO mouse and lacks customization software for programming any of the buttons it does have. That said, it feels very sturdy and has an ambidextrous shape suitable for nearly all hand sizes using all grip types. Performance-wise it has good click latency, a very low lift-off distance, and a wide CPI range. Unfortunately, it only has six preset CPI settings.

Pros
  • Feels very well-built.
  • Comfortable ambidextrous shape well-suited for all grip types and most hand sizes.
  • Internal fan in the palm area designed to cool your hand.
Cons
  • Not nearly as many side buttons as a dedicated MMO gaming mouse.
  • Only six default CPI preset settings.
  • Internal fan causes the entire mouse to vibrate, which may be uncomfortable for some users.
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Ultra-Light Gaming 

The Marsback Zephyr RGB is an impressive mouse for fans of ultra-light gaming, but it's marginally heavier than what we consider as a true ultra-light mouse. Nevertheless, it feels very sturdy and has an ambidextrous shape well-suited for all grip types and nearly all hand sizes. It also has a lightweight cable and mouse feet that glide smoothly. Performance-wise, it has a very low lift-off distance, good click latency, and a wide CPI range. Unfortunately, there are only six default CPI presets.

Pros
  • Lightweight.
  • Feels very well-built.
  • Comfortable ambidextrous shape well-suited for all grip types and most hand sizes.
  • Internal fan in the palm area designed to cool your hand.
Cons
  • Internal fan causes the entire mouse to vibrate, which may be uncomfortable for some users.
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Travel 

The Marsback Zephyr RGB is inadequate for travel use as it's quite bulky and may not fit in most laptop cases. It's also a wired-only mouse without any wireless connection options, which can make it cumbersome to use in smaller spaces like buses, trains, or planes. Despite this, it feels very sturdy and has a comfortable ambidextrous shape well-suited to all grip types and nearly all hand sizes.

Pros
  • Feels very well-built.
  • Comfortable ambidextrous shape well-suited for all grip types and most hand sizes.
Cons
  • Bulky; may not fit in most laptop cases.
  • Wired-only.
  • Lacks onboard memory.
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  • Changelog

    1.  Updated Aug 06, 2021: Review published.
    2.  Updated Jul 07, 2021: Early access published.
    3.  Updated Jun 08, 2021: Our testers have started testing this product.
    4.  Updated Jun 07, 2021: The product has arrived in our lab, and our testers will start evaluating it soon.

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    Differences Between Sizes And Variants

    The Marsback Zephyr RGB we tested is white. There's also a black color variant available. The unit we tested has no label on the body or the wire.

    Popular Mouse Comparisons

    The Marsback Zephyr RGB is a good wired gaming mouse. It has a perforated body with irregularly shaped holes different from the more common honeycomb-shaped cutouts found on many other lightweight mice. In addition to reducing the overall weight, the cutouts are designed to allow air to travel between an internal fan and the palm of your hand. Coupled with the impressive sensor performance and overall weight, this mouse may be a great choice for gamers looking for a performant option but find that their hands get uncomfortably hot and sweaty using other mice.

    For other recommendations, see our picks for the best lightweight mice, the best wired mice, and best ergonomic mice.

    Finalmouse Starlight-12 Small

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    The Finalmouse Starlight-12 Small is a superb ultra-light wireless gaming mouse, while the Marsback Zephyr RGB is a good wired gaming mouse. The Finalmouse is much lighter and feels sturdier. It also has mouse feet that glide more smoothly, and It connects either wired with its charging cable or with its USB receiver. On the other hand, the Marsback has a wider CPI range and an internal fan intended to keep your hand cool and dry while using it. It also has RGB lighting, which the Finalmouse lacks. The Finalmouse is primarily suitable for medium and small-sized hands, while the Marsback is more accomodating to more hand sizes.

    DELUX M800 Wireless

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    The DELUX M800 Wireless and the Marsback Zephyr RGB are good gaming mice. The DELUX connects either with its charging cable or wirelessly with its USB receiver. It's also lighter and has customization software, which the Marsback lacks. On the other hand, the Marsback feels sturdier and has a more flexible cable. It also has mouse feet that glide more smoothly, a more consistent sensor, a lower minimum lift-off distance, and much lower click latency. Both mice are suitable for all grip types and most hand sizes.

    Cooler Master MM720

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    The Cooler Master MM720 is a better wired gaming mouse than the Marsback Zephyr RGB. It's much lighter and has better mouse feet that glide more smoothly. It also has a much wider CPI range, an adjustable CPI, much lower click latency, and software for customization, which the Marsback lacks. On the other hand, the Marsback feels sturdier and has an internal fan intended to keep your hand cool and dry. It also has a more consistent sensor but only has six default CPI presets. Both mice are suitable for all grip types, but the Marsback accommodates more hand sizes.

    G-Wolves Hati HT-M Classic Edition

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    The G-Wolves Hati HT-M Classic Edition and the Marsback Zephyr RGB are wired gaming mice with comparable performance. The G-Wolves is lighter and has somewhat lower click latency. It also has customization software, which the Marsback lacks. On the other hand, the Marsback feels sturdier and has a more flexible cable and better-quality mouse feet. It also has a higher maximum CPI, but it only has six preset CPI settings. Both mice are well-suited for all grip types and nearly all hand sizes.

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    Marsback Zephyr RGB Cable Video Sample
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