Ajazz AJ179 Apex 8000Hz polling w/dock plays GIFs

[@GITOPER]

Amazing review man

[@ChR0ni1C__]

Yet another amazing review man!

[@DatBoyGuru]

I appreciate that

[@Diagold_0]

Which one do you suggest aj159apex or aj179apex

[@irx-i]

What do u buy?

[@kennyd7667]

One thing i want to note, only the APEX version has a coating, the other versions has bare plastic

[@DatBoyGuru]

that's too bad but really i don't mind either

[@OneDollaBill]

Seems like its the case. But idk if the apex is really worth almost double the price over the pro version.

[@DatBoyGuru]

@OneDollaBill at $70 you're getting 3950 8K and GIF dock, no one else is offering this

[@izyzi69]

omg thanks for saving me money

[@GuerillaWar4s]

Bro the youtube live countdown bg music is killing my ears.

[@Elcro100]

how is the width of the fnatic thorn and the ajazz compared when you look from underneith, means where you actually hold them?

[@DatBoyGuru]

1mm difference they are otherwise identical

[@RuddPH]

Just purchased the Aj179 and i can still claw grip the mouse but at the same time all hand crampings are gone that used to experience with my viper mini and g305. Insane mouse. Still wondering if i should try VXE r1 and it’s shape what’s your opinion? What makes me want to try it is because of it’s better software.

[@DatBoyGuru]

totally different shape and feel. for me the vxe shape works better. if you want this shape the MAD R is the newest version of this shape from VXE

[@RuddPH]

@@DatBoyGuru I just checked the shape comparison in elo shapes and it’s size is too similar with the shape of viper mini. I think it won’t be for me because as time goes I get alot of hand cramps with smaller ambi mice. Even experienced this with the lamzu atl mini and g305. Don’t get me wrong.. the viper mini is an amazing mouse with a good shape but ofc everyone has different fittings.

[@georgepierre3594]

@@RuddPH nah its way wider. Grip width of the viper mini is like 5.35cm, the r1 is like 5.9cm. Its a fairly safe shape for a medium mouse. Only get it u claw tho.

[@winkoo_]

I'm using the R1, and I get crampings (20x10 hand). Now I'm looking for a new experience, and this AJ179 is very convincing, mostly because of the price and ergo shape. Which version have you purchased? I'm a little worried that cheaper versions will not deliver the same build quality as the APEX discussed in the video.

[@DatBoyGuru]

@@winkoo_ i only have the APEX, I understand that only the apex has the coating and the rest have no coating just straight up plastic.

[@KEROVSKI_]

Just to add, Thorn is not EC3 clone. Because Thorn has that bigger hump it fits in the hand better that EC3 (in my case with bigger hands). AJAZZ AJ179 PRO really seems interesting and it's way cheaper that Thorn, plus AJ179 comes with 8k. Good video 👍🏻

[@DatBoyGuru]

i have the entry 179 and the apex 179, the $35 179 is pretty good feeling even without the grippy coating and offers great value for money without feeling cheap or low quality.. I would've preferred some other switch other than the green ones as it has some pre-travel that makes the triggers feel 'bouncy'

[@Mhoward008]

Any idea what MCU is used in the AJ179 Apex? I suspect a lot of the connectivity issues from past models come from whatever MCU they were using.

[@DatBoyGuru]

i think it's compx

[@budgetking2591]

the 8000hz polling rate version with charging dock only cost 30 euro now.....crazy

[@mordecuckoo9415]

I'm kinda torn between the 179 and the Z2. On the one hand I really like the shape of the Aj179, its about as tall and ergo as the thorn but also being cheaper. But I also like that the Z2 has solid build and has hot swappable switches which is good for longevity, but the shape may be a bit short for an ergo of my liking. What are your thoughts? And how moddable is the 179?

[@DatBoyGuru]

179 is aggressive like a Thorn, Z2 is much safer and milder. You have to decide if you want the full ergo experience or a safer mild experience. The hot swap feature should not be a deciding factor. The Z2 outperforms a GPX and feels a bit better than the 179 and one of the highest performing mouse i have tried(kovaaks)

[@mordecuckoo9415]

​@@DatBoyGuru Thanks! I currently have the Thorn and I love the aggressive ergo shape as it fits my hand perfectly. But after months of use I'm now having issues with double clicking on M1 button and slight creaking sound on M2 which could be the switches wearing out or prob a qc issue. So now I'm looking for a new mouse with the same shape but I'm on a tight budget. It's why the hotswap is a deciding factor for me cause if the switch wears out I can easily replace it.

[@DatBoyGuru]

@@mordecuckoo9415 if i'm not mistaken the Thorn gas raesha optical switches and shouldn't double click. You should try RMA it if you have issues with it. Have you tried reaching out to Lamzu?

[@mordecuckoo9415]

​@@DatBoyGuru I've tried for weeks but lamzu is unresponsive even from their support/email. I'm not the only one with this issue as others on reddit reported on improper implementation of the switches on the board and lack of qc. Interestingly I've seen no reports of this issue with the Fnatic version of the Thorn.

[@DatBoyGuru]

i have the white version as well and don't face any issues besides the sub par click feels and sounds. Lamzu ghosts me sometimes too i think they're probably swamped with requests and CS. keep persisting you'll get a hold of someone hopefully or you could tag them on twitter.

[@winkoo_]

My copy has the same problem with the main clicks - different tensioning and some pre-travel on the left mouse click. I wonder if we're just unlucky or if it's a more common issue

[@DatBoyGuru]

it doesn't bother me or affects the performance but i mention it to help viewers manange expectations. i got the entry model today and will make a comparison video

[@winkoo_]

Great review, a lot of useful information. I think I will get it soon, but I have one question. How tall is the mouse when it stands on the charging dock?

[@DatBoyGuru]

maybe 4''?

[@jakub5375]

Hey does either of Pro or Apex versions come with a 2.4 dongle?? It seems like it comes only with the classic and P versions, and in the Pro/Apex the dock is connecting directly to the mouse (via Bluetooth??). I'd like to know because it seems inconvenient to be forced to actually take the dock with you everytime you want to take the mouse to a friend for example.

[@DatBoyGuru]

the 1K Hz only mouse comes with micro dongle and the Apex is dock only.

[@jakub5375]

@@DatBoyGuru But the Ajazz aj179P version (the $39.99 one) comes with both dongle and dock right? Thats what it ways on the site.

[@DatBoyGuru]

i guess so .. idk for sure because i only have the cheapest and the most expensive version. If i'm honest the cheapest version is the best value for money

[@leeminh2401]

What is the processor of the mouse, Nordic or Boardcom, I don't see this mentioned anywhere on their website

[@DatBoyGuru]

well usually if it's Nordic they will advertise this prominently

[@KasperG87]

@datboyguru how does this compare to the VXE R1 SE and Pro?

[@DatBoyGuru]

different shape and higher specs. this is an ergo and R1 is asymmetrical. AJ179 is a 3950 and R1 is a 3395. Ajazz is 8K max polling and R1 is 4K max polling

[@KasperG87]

@@DatBoyGuru whay do you prefer? I have a friend who is an avid WOT player and your feedback would be nice

[@DatBoyGuru]

my hand is 21 x 12 i prefer the R1 although I've use ergos for many years. maybe i just wanted a change. If you considering the R1 then you should look into the MAD R version which is the latest ver with the highest specs

[@senokertonegoro4999]

Let's say aj179 apex is the same price with lamzu thorn fnatic, which one will u pick?

[@DatBoyGuru]

thorn because it's lighter and better skates

[@drei3374]

have been waiting for mine for 9 days now, how has it held up so far for you? I bought it after watching your video but my excitement has died down from waiting. Sidenote, do you think the skates are sufficient enough or do you have any recommendations to swap them out for other than the nitro skates? Thanks!

[@DatBoyGuru]

tey come from China so expect 2 weeks for delivery. video yourself doing a spin test then do the same test 2 weeks later and see how much speed you lost on the skates. I'd suggest any Nylon66 or ULTEM material for skates. PTFE or any obsidian type skates just don't cut it for me anymore. Maybe you could check out TJX plastix skates, i think they might be cnc machined too

[@drei3374]

@@DatBoyGuru thanks for the reply man! the TJX ones def look interesting, neither Nylon66 nor ULTEM are available for me so I'll check the tjx ones out. Thanks again

[@XythesBwuaghl]

hey, I own this mice (apex). how do I force the gif to keep playing? after a while if i don't wiggle the mice the receiver will show "2/4GHz X" and stop playing the gif

[@DatBoyGuru]

yeah idk either

[@victornery1423]

Maybe on its firmware, as it is open maybe there's a command line you could change? Just guessing here, I would love to know as well as how to keep it on for more time before it enters sleep mode.

[@mewwto7828]

I bought an ajazz aj179 pro and the software doesn't detect the device any solution? I already installed drivers and everything

[@DatBoyGuru]

you probably DL the wrong one because the landing page is really bad and cluttered, and they also have a non 8K Aj179 which means you could have DL that instead of the correct one.

[@furZy41]

I am using the aj179 apex model, but the dock stopped working a few days ago. RGB is on, but the screen does not turn on and the mouse cannot be used wirelessly. I talked to the place where I bought it and they told me there was a software update, but I couldn't find any update. Do you know how I can update it?

[@DatBoyGuru]

try here - www.a-jazz.com/en/h-col-118.html

[@arditj]

How is this mouse still holding till now ?

[@DatBoyGuru]

great if you like ergos

[@arditj]

@DatBoyGuru I have delux m500 pro with is identical shape and I am loving it but it has 3395 sensor and the battery 400 mah is not holding for long maybe because chinese brand or maybe qc issue thats why I am asking . This shape is good for me

[@jorgeanibal-p5o]

Ajazz aj179 pro or apex bro?

[@DatBoyGuru]

apex

[@georgepierre3594]

Do u rpefer the ajazz aj179, or the Rapoo VT3?

[@DatBoyGuru]

i don't have the VT3 but i think it's a bit bigger than the 179

[@linkname7713]

Do you recommend the Ajazz 159 or this one?

[@DatBoyGuru]

haven't tried the 159 but there are issues with QC

[@OneDollaBill]

Just got the pro model, without the dock that has display. It feels like a thorn but mechanical switches and bit weaker build quality. Also i couldn't find anywhere to download the driver, like official one to change DPI etc. You happen to know where i can find that?

[@DatBoyGuru]

try qmk.top

[@OneDollaBill]

@@DatBoyGuru it does require some driver level install also? I checked the website but couldn't get it to work without installing some package

[@DatBoyGuru]

that's iot driver

[@georgepierre3594]

@@DatBoyGuru You should get the delux m500, and rapoo vt3 pro too to review.

[@inqizzo]

great review. comment for reach

[@DatBoyGuru]

Much appreciated!

[@Ghost69s]

Best mouse for 50?

[@DatBoyGuru]

madr/g23/m617/G2 depending what shape/size you like. G23 is GPX. 617 is also a big mouse, madr is a med and G2 is a smaller wedge

[@dragoxyt517]

At 1st glance,i thought it wa lamzu thorn haha XD

[@DatBoyGuru]

it really feels the same in hand

[@Silentheaven89]

T-Series tank enjoyer?

[@budgetking2591]

i recieved my a179pro, wich they advertise as 8k polling rate, i set it at 8k polling in the software and test in polling rate tester, its not going over 3,5khz. bunch of liars man.

[@DatBoyGuru]

return it. you might have a fault one, i had no polling issues with my copy