The ROCCAT Burst Pro Air is the first wireless entry into the ROCCAT Burst lineup of gaming mice, and its symmetrical shape is identical to the other mice in the series. However, a notable change is the inclusion of four independent RGB zones rather than one. Each one is independently customizable in the companion software. This mouse connects wirelessly with a USB receiver or via Bluetooth and recharges with an included USB-C cable.
Our Verdict
The ROCCAT Burst Pro Air is a great mouse for office and multimedia work. It feels well-built and comfortable to use, and you can program all its buttons to perform whatever task you need. This mouse is also wireless, meaning you can connect it with either its USB receiver or Bluetooth. Also, the companion software allows for a high degree of customization. Unfortunately, the scroll wheel lacks L/R tilt inputs and a free-scrolling mode.
- Bluetooth compatible.
- Feels well-built and comfortable to use.
- Fairly lightweight.
- Scroll wheel lacks L/R tilt inputs and free-scrolling mode.
The ROCCAT Burst Pro Air is a great mouse for FPS gaming. It's fairly lightweight, feels well-built, and has impressive click latency performance. The companion software offers a high degree of customization, so you adjust the sensor settings and set your CPI precisely in steps of 50 in a very wide range. Also, the feet and cable don't cause drag on mousepads and desks.
- Feels well-built and comfortable to use.
- Fairly lightweight.
- Heavy.
The ROCCAT Burst Pro Air is a very good mouse for MMO gaming; however, it isn't designed for this use as it only has two side buttons. It feels well-built, has impressive click latency performance, and is suitable for all hand sizes using most grip types. You can set the CPI precisely in steps of 50 within a very wide range, and its companion software allows for a high degree of customization for other sensor adjustments.
- Feels well-built and comfortable to use.
- Fairly lightweight.
- Not nearly as many side buttons as a dedicated MMO gaming mouse.
The ROCCAT Burst Pro Air is an impressive ultra-light gaming mouse. Overall, it feels well-built and comfortable to use. It also has impressive click latency performance and high-quality feet that offer a smooth gliding experience. However, at 81g, it's much heavier than many other lightweight wireless gaming options.
- Feels well-built and comfortable to use.
- Fairly lightweight.
- Heavy.
The ROCCAT Burst Pro Air is an excellent mouse to use for travel. It's wireless and connects using Bluetooth or with its USB receiver. There's also a storage compartment for the USB receiver on the bottom of the mouse, so you won't have to worry about losing it while on the go. Overall, it feels well-built and comfortable to use, and it has onboard memory, meaning you can take your customized settings with you. However, it may not fit into all laptop cases easily.
- Has a storage compartment for its USB receiver.
- Bluetooth compatible.
- Feels well-built and comfortable to use.
- Fairly lightweight.
- May not fit into laptop cases easily.
Changelog
- Updated May 13, 2024: We've corrected the text in several areas that referred to old test results left over from an earlier test bench, notably in the Sensor Specifications and Click Latency sections.
- Updated Sep 28, 2022: We've converted this review to Test Bench 1.2. This update simplifies our Weight test and expands on our CPI test from Test Bench 1.1, resulting in changes to test results in both sections. For more details, you can see our complete changelog here.
- Updated Sep 21, 2022: We've converted this review to Test Bench 1.1. This update revamps our Click Latency test and results in changes to test results. For more details, you can see our full changelog here.
- Updated May 19, 2022: Review published.
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Differences Between Sizes And Variants
The ROCCAT Burst Pro Air comes in a white or a black colorway. We bought and tested the black colorway, and you can see the label of our unit here.
Popular Mouse Comparisons
The ROCCAT Burst Pro Air is a gaming mouse that marks the first wireless entry in the ROCCAT Burst lineup. At 81g, it's heavier than the other mice in the series, and its price point is significantly higher. Its click latency is also slightly higher than the rest of the lineup, so if you tend to play FPS or other competitive games, you'll find options with lower latencies at this price point. However, if you're looking for a mouse that's fully loaded with customizable RGB zones, this mouse has four in total.
If you're interested in checking out other options, look at our recommendations for the best wireless gaming mice, the best FPS mice, and the best gaming mice.
The ROCCAT Kone Pro Air and the ROCCAT Burst Pro Air are both lightweight, wireless gaming mice, but the Kone Pro Air performs slightly better overall. The Kone Pro Air has a more ergonomic right-handed design, and it feels better-built overall. Its click latency is significantly lower, and it's lighter than the Burst Pro Air. On the other hand, the Burst Pro Air has more independent RGB lighting zones, and it's slightly more portable as it's less bulky.
The ROCCAT Burst Pro Air and the ROCCAT Burst Pro have are identically-shaped mice, but they have a few differences. The Burst Pro Air connects wirelessly with Bluetooth or its dedicated USB receiver. You can recharge it with its included cable, which is more flexible than the attached cable found on the Burst Pro. Also, it has more RGB lighting zones. On the other hand, the Burst Pro has lower click latency and is lighter than the Burst Pro Air.
The Razer Viper Ultimate and the ROCCAT Burst Pro Air are lightweight, wireless gaming mice, but the Razer performs better overall. The Razer has slightly better click latency and a slightly wider CPI range. It's also about 6g lighter than the ROCCAT, and it feels better built overall. On the other hand, the ROCCAT supports Bluetooth, and its software is compatible with macOS.
The ROCCAT Burst Pro Air and the ROCCAT Kone Pro are gaming mice with key differences. The Kone Pro is a wired-only model with a right-handed design, and it's much lighter. Also, it has better click latency. On the other hand, the Burst Pro Air is a wireless mouse with a symmetrical shape. Its feet offer a slightly better gliding experience, and it has more RGB zones.
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