The 5 Best Gaming Mice of the Year

Check out our top 5 best gaming mice of 2023! This list is completely indisputable! Think we are wrong??? YOU'RE WRONG! This list has been backed up by SCIENCE! As this list was presented to me in this order in my tea leaves, you can't get more evidence than that!
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[@Quessen]

0:51 Vaxee XE Wireless #2 1:40 HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 #5 2:20 Fantech Helios 2 #4 2:53 Lamzu Thorn #3 3:52 Ninjutso Sora 4k #1

[@bearsjunky23hof88]

I bought the storm breaker about 6 months ago. Don't exactly know if it came out this year, but I doubt it. Anyways, it's been really good. I was very worried about quality control. But everything's still working and it's a very comfortable light mouse. I mainly got it for my military sims, but what I ended up liking best for it was my racing Sims. I have a keyboard tray on my rig. And I really need to put an end cap on it cause every time I swing it in and out, the mouse falls to the floor, and the storm breaker takes every hit with ease. But I haven't tried any of the mouses that made your top 5.

[@lltalionll]

Damn, i'm glad i ordered a Red Sora 4K a few days ago on maxgaming, will get it next week, can't wait.

[@mariomiller-iv2ot]

OMG THANK YOU!! i've been using the pulsefire haste 2 since it came out and its amazing!! I switch back and forth with my superlight.

[@DomukasTaps1271]

Love the video, keep up the great work!

[@OneDollaBill]

Yeah i definitely agree the downside of the Thorn are the switches. If they wouldve used Omron opticals or mechanical ones from Huano it would have made it lot better imo. Other than the switches its pretty great, the coating is one of the best, matte but not grainy. Its grippy and doesn't get greasy. It feels bit like a ping pong ball coating.

[@kimiscool2151]

I was looking at the ninjutsu brand and was considering on getting one this adds extra reason for me to get it.

[@eugenepioquinto5222]

Hello, thanks for the video and effort. I enjoy the format and would like to see more videos in the future. One thing that surprised me is that the super light 2 didn't make the top 5 despite having industry leading latency and sensor accuracy.

[@AUR9Y]

damn surprised to see no mention of the maya or the new pulsar mice though great list nonetheless!

[@babajaga_666]

yesterday I got lamzu thorn fnatic edition and is fantastic,I feel very comfortable better even than dav3,more lighter and also the ergo shape is better for me ....next purchases finalmouse and beastX

[@ohimdabiggestbird]

my mind has been blown, never doubted my boy the sora 4k, went from asking in the comment if its even considered an options to watching it win the best mouse of 2023 award, can't wait to purchase that shjt

[@obliviondust2719]

I love Ninjutso Sora 4k, it's also my fav this year!

[@BrodyStag]

we’ve all sinned man. We need to trust in Jesus and that he died for our sins on the cross. Our works can’t save us but Jesus can!

[@misaroorasim]

@@BrodyStag what mouse would he choose?

[@TrickierCrab59]

Hey I have trouble with choosing my new mouse. I'm currently using Zowie S2 which is my first and only gaming mouse I've owned. I was looking at Ninjutso Sora 4K and LAMZU Atlantis V2 4K, and I just don't know which one should I buy. My hand size 20x10cm

[@Assguardian2004]

my favorite this year has got to be the pulsar x2h. LOOK AT THAT BACK HUMP. THE CURVESSSSS.

[@disres1337]

Honestly no mouse this year topped the lamzu atlantis mini for me. The thorn is nice but I really fell out of love with ergos. My wlmouse is arriving this week though so we will see.

[@anthonypierce8861]

is there any chance I can have your superlight 2, Ive been trying to find something thats gonna fit my small hand well. recently been disappointed in a product ive bought and now back on the (what I would consider) *The super large* deathadder v3

[@ciaranplunkett1395]

I bought a Lamzu Thorn (Fnatic) after seeing your review. The only mouse I could see replacing it is a wireless SteelSeries Rival 310. Which will never happen.

[@orm2799]

I agree with you. The Sora 4K is amazing!

[@FrezeGames]

Changed 3 hyperx pulsfire haste 2(wired) because of really bad quality of scroll wheel AND on my 4th hph2 the same issue (each mouse after 2 month: while browse surfing, image just starting to jump both ways while scrolling up/down)

[@chad_8313]

The Haste 2 wireless has considerable latency. It's so bad that even a casual gamer like myself can notice the difference between the Haste 2 and other gaming mice like the XM2we and Aria 7.

[@IStratz]

Yeah I have looked at the sensor latency numbers on rtings and its pretty bad. What's crazy though is the wired version has literally the 2nd lowest sensor latency of any other mouse they have tested on the market. Only being beaten by the #1 spot the viper mini SE. Shows how important the wireless implementation is. They can really mess it up.

[@ApparentlyPeter]

My favorite mouse of 2023 is the g303se because the shape works very well for my grip (very unexpected) and because I recently received the mouse

[@exploring420]

Hello. Why in the description u recommended the razer deadthadder v3 and not is in the list ? Thank u. Sorry for my English.

[@DaveAlkema]

I'd love to see a review of the WLMouse Beast X. I know smaller finger-tip mice aren't really your thing, and that's OK! For me it's easily the best release of 2023.

[@starx68]

Can vouch for this. I'm really happy with the BeastX such a bang for buck honestly.

[@Homvncvlvs]

Honestly surprising how good the WLMouse Beast x is man. I got it on a whim to try it and I absolutely love it

[@exx0dus]

Personally, I wouldn`t include haste 2 at all because it is a really problematic mouse. Starting with the random dpi reset issues and ending up with a weird tracking problem. Just returned both black and white with the same issues. Also, while the white version was just perfect in terms of build quality, scroll wheel and switches feeling, the black one was... just awful. As a user of the original haste for a year I can also admit that the scroll wheel`s lifetime is about half a year since these two were bought because my second copy of pulsefire haste 1 broke. I barely decided to go with a DAv3 pro and hope when it arrives I won`t be upset with it as with my favorite-shaped mouse from HX.

[@Kahlimer0]

There is literally a new brand popping insane mouse every week, so far i am very happy with my Lamzu Thorn.

[@sleepyheadkitty7254]

Agreed on how poor Thorn switch is. I love the shape but the switch isn't as crisp as mechanical switches. Not to mention the different sound between M1 and M2 are very noticeable and M1 is less crispy than M2 for my unit. However, customer support said there's no QC issue in my unit. They did offer to send a new one if I it back to them.

[@mikoajjanczak5605]

This year I have checked few mice, found out what I like and dislike. The endgame for me is pulsar x2v2 mini. Mainly I use fingertip. The size and shape is perfect. It's light, has best sensor and decent switches. I like also the sleeper design - it looks like office mouse. Planning to buy ergo next year as until now I have completly ignored that part of the market. I will be choosing between xlite v3 and thorn.

[@hieunguyen-ij7pj]

definitely the thorn, switched from x2 mini also, and was still able to finger tip it despite the size

[@lonrea2886]

Im happy that thorn got into top 3.. love it!

[@bob-ge5js]

will you review the sprime pm1? i thought u liked the g703

[@rikifps]

Personal favorite of mine is the Pulsar Xlite V3 Es. I just bought it, but its already replaced my main which was the Deathadder V3 8K.

[@Chef_PewPew]

prefer the eS or the regular v3?

[@viarod3469]

how did you even get the mouse it been out of stock for like 6 weeks

[@PPetya7]

I love ur videos 😂 so funny

[@_lxst-zy]

would you recommend the gpx 2?

[@kurttomlinsoncompositions1067]

my lamzu thorn developed a popping/creak within a week and i'm very careful with mice. Battery life is also really poor compared to every other mice I've owned. Shape is amazing though, so it's frustrating.

[@TheMasillo]

bru, what do you think aboud zowie`s wireless?

[@mindofmxz]

besides using battery’s, i have to say the viper v3 was my top pick for this year. shape and clicks are perfect for me, buying usb c rechargeable battery’s and a 2a to 3a adapter makes this mouse so op. especially if you get the bundle with the 4k dongle. 95€ in germany, can’t be better than that

[@phucnguyen0110]

What's the total weight, have you measured it? Just being curious here - as my own Viper V3 is using dot feet and an Energizer Ultimate Lithium AA battery and it's around 73 grams

[@mindofmxz]

@@phucnguyen0110 around 60grams, you can shave off good weight just by getting those battery converters. or you can try it out just by putting some aluminium foil piece between a normal AAA battery and the contacts. (as a tiny ball)

[@AngelSoriano-vk9tc]

List: 5. hyperx pulsefire haste 2 4. Fantech Helios 2 3. Lamzu Thorn 2. Vaxee xe wireless 1. Ninjutsu sora 4

[@DiamondLobbyReviews]

DON’T SPOIL THE VIDEO 😡😡😡😡

[@josephalmazan4805]

Pulsar x2h mini changed my life 🙌

[@milovansavic331]

Im so happy about HyperX Haste, ive been useing Haste 1 for about 2 years now, so im prob just gonna upgrade to Haste 2 😄

[@tzuyulikestoaim]

Watch out from the comments the haste 2 seems to have some serious problems

[@milovansavic331]

@@tzuyulikestoaim Yes, i think only the wireless one

[@zo5965]

what’s your go to claw mouse

[@ananthav]

The Lamzu Thorn is such a banger of a mouse. Unbelievable that such an amazing ergo exists

[@athan1281]

Is it really "unbelievable"

[@MIKEx2112]

Many mice available that are better….nothing “unbelievable “ about it

[@valdurion6779]

I like haste 2 but the wheel messes up so bad on many units, QC out the wazoo

[@vidfreak56]

Hyperx PSFR Haste 2 has issues w/ the scroll wheel (at least the wired version). Lots of jitter in many samples. Especially mine. I cannot use the scroll wheel for that reason.

[@refragged]

I really agree with you about the Pulsefire Haste 2. I love the switches and shape and coating. I just wish it didn’t have significant motion delay and very bad CPI deviation. If HyperX would ever fix those things, it would be my main.

[@BishieBishie]

Came to say the same thing

[@HeyMaruniko]

so many competition on 2023 its amazing

[@XSFlanger]

Razer Viper V2 Pro still kicks ass to this day, especially when you mod it (very easily) and drop down to 48 grams :)

[@user-dl7nd1ce9f]

Any opinion about thunderobot ml903?

[@einfachstein]

my favourite is the viper mini becauses its cool🤙

[@Jeff78914]

my favorite is the lamzu thorn. i also like the haste 2 but the wired version, because it is 8g lighter and the calbe feels almost like a wireless mouse and it has imo the best clicks

[@Cooliewhistles]

Have you trined deathadder v3 pro? I have it and love it, also ergonomic. Curious how Lamzopu compares

[@Jeff78914]

i have tried the wired version. its also a very good mouse similar to the lamzu but a bit bigger and heavier.@@Cooliewhistles

[@69sora]

@@Cooliewhistles Why can nobody spell

[@Cooliewhistles]

@@69sora know idea

[@TheMukosei]

Lamzu thorn would be the best mouse for me if it wasn't for the terrible battery. At 2k the battery drains in 20 hours of use when lamzu Atlantis og v2 holds twice as much

[@OneDollaBill]

I think it has some firmware issues with higher polling. Since it drains fast even on standby if you're using anything above 1k. 1k lasts over a week in moderate/heavy use.

[@Appoh]

good list

[@xblastoyz]

Yayy I have the Ninjutsu Sora 4k 🙂

[@echos4240]

Honestly can't wait for Vaxee to do the XE and AX smalls

[@filosavage7475]

is that real

[@genevad4754]

3:04 ayo??? 🤨

[@mgsqj4823]

Sussy

[@basicallytroll2705]

What does Ayo mean? Sorry, I'm spending my time too much in real life socialising with real people.

[@orm2799]

What polling rate do you use? Would 2000hz make a difference on a 120Hz oled monitor?

[@adamtajhassam9188]

Depends on your play style and how quick you play a game by moving from 1 point to another ,

[@vsmkame]

My top 3: Sora/Stormbreaker/HTX. But I haven't tested the Thorn or the XLite v3 ES. But so far I love these mice. I agree on the Sora 4K and I bought two: a white and a pink one. Such an amazing mice and my main one currently.

[@vsmkame]

And because of you I just got a Vaxee XE Wireless. Found a pink one with great condition and price. Let's see what is that all about.

[@Met845]

How was it? Theres a lot of issuess??

[@oweojp1be]

@@Met845 for the sora 4k? bought one last month no issues so far

[@alexp3577]

If you like Sora - you probably should also check out the Mini version of Lamzu Atlantis. The shape is pretty similar. As someone who has the mini and contemplates buying Sora 4K - would be interested in a comparison

[@shiion6711]

Have both and I prefer the mini as it’s shorter and most importantly flat sides as the sora is a little rounded at the sides which annoys me while gaming but the mini it’s too wide at the top if not I would have main it so hope that helps

[@staraffinity]

Was wondering if it's possible to switch the polling rate on the Sora 4K? I guess it is, because sounds strange to me to keep it at 4000 Hz at all times. Tried to find the info, but it's not obvious. I'd actually like to use 1000 Hz when not gaming to preserve battery.

[@oweojp1be]

you can switch the polling rate by using the mouse software for it 👍

[@staraffinity]

@@oweojp1be Thanks! I saw a video showing just that the other day. :)

[@Trabsol]

The hyperx pulsefire 2 was definitely a great mouse, however there are too many issues with it to be anywhere near the best mouse of the year list. These issues are mainly software based and hyperx seems to not care about fixing them. So i would not recommend.

[@S_H-R]

Are these issues with wired one too

[@Trabsol]

@@S_H-R yes, when I tested the wired one for the first time, the wire itself was damaged from the way it was packaged. And others reported the same issue. Generally speaking, the hastefire 2 is a decent mouse but it’s not the best. I’d highly recommend waiting, a company will definitely release a far better similar priced mouse within 2024

[@S_H-R]

@@Trabsol ok thank you

[@phucnguyen0110]

Great content as always, Chris! I can absolutely vouch for the Pulsefire Haste 2 wired - the price to performance is just brilliant. Great build, great click, solid implementation of the 3395 sensor. For me the Viper V3 Hyperspeed has been a delight, as the forwarded sensor position actually helped me aiming a bit better, as well as exploring different battery choices has been fun too!

[@DelScully]

would be cool if you went by form factor.

[@patentedbattheamazing7761]

What crazy the final mouse ultralight X isn’t on here☠️

[@lionletsplay6283]

Unfortunately my Pulsefire Haste Wireless has scrollwheel issues after under a year

[@Benni259]

what about the harpe ace?

[@Chef_PewPew]

When are we getting an Xlite V3 review?

[@DiamondLobbyReviews]

hopefully next week

[@IshyTopG]

Erm where’s razer death added v3 pro?

[@DonSofiani]

alright imma trust you n buy the jujitsu dora 4k

[@julioaraujo1828]

Is the 4k polling rate working for the Ninjutsu Sora 4k? Two months ago it wasn’t. I’m planning to buy it only if the 4k is working

[@DiamondLobbyReviews]

i dont think so, i run it in 1000hz and its fine

[@julioaraujo1828]

@@DiamondLobbyReviews from being a reviewer, do you notice a worthy difference upgrading from 1000hz to 4000hz? Or it doesn’t change thaat much

[@spiritmult]

Which mouse should I choose: lamzu maya or lamzu thorn?

[@MindfulTones]

Lamzu Gaga 16K hz 130k DPI

[@coolieee]

missing pulsar x2h mini and xlite v3, x2H shits on most mice out right now shape wise

[@BiscuitMan2005]

x2h would have been my main if the optical switches didn't feel like dogpoop. i'm sticking with the sora

[@QuaK3RRR]

superlight 2 bad ?

[@c0ffeefather]

Much love and kisses for Diamond Daddy!

[@BohmanderTCG]

hyperx pulsefire haste 2 is garbage dpi problems love the shape tho sad....

[@sa17dk]

Are you running your Sora at 1khz or 2khz polling?

[@DiamondLobbyReviews]

1k

[@ColByte]

Haste 2 very front heavy, uneven pressure on clicks. Lamzu Maya doesn't have that!

[@MindfulTones]

its personal preference.. some likes it some do not.

[@ffeeman]

1. DA v3 pro 4k, 2. Outsex ax 4k, 3. superlight 2

[@itsyaboi69420haha]

WLmouse?

[@teaco3088]

But DiamondLobby Reviewssss, where's the Logitech G G502 X Plus Wireless RGB Gaming Mouse!!!!!!!!!

[@ohimdabiggestbird]

u werent lying when you said u would feature the sora 4k heavily, im so proud of myself doing the research for like 3 months and finding the ninjutso sora 4k just perfect, and then see it featured as the best mouse of 2023, i feel like i predicted the future in some way, thank u so much, ur opinion is all that matters lmao

[@a6m41]

I also hate how most optical switches feel/sound much prefer mechanical

[@animetodamaximum]

My favorite mouse is the Glorious Model I 2 Wireless, I always loved the G502 shape and love that this is way lighter. I know the battery life isn't great, but with it being so comfortable, and having the extra buttons I cannot see myself go back to standard mice.

[@PowGetRekt]

I would have gotten it if it was at least 2k polling.

[@animetodamaximum]

@PowGetRekt I don't feel any difference. I am also not a super competitive fps player either so maybe that is why I do not see a difference.

[@PowGetRekt]

@@animetodamaximum Yeah. It's 4k polling is a feature everything has now and holes are dying out. Love the 502 shape just wanted some of the new tech.

[@animetodamaximum]

@PowGetRekt It is very comfortable and the only other option appears to be the much heavier G502 X to get that shape. Also the price is much lower on the Model I 2. So other than something I cannot determine the difference in (polling rate) and something I don't really care about (holes are fine, let's me see into it) I don't see any better options for me. I understand other people may feel different.

[@MightyWalrus155]

I have pretty large hands and some mice make my pinky and ring finger touch the mouse pad

[@mirza3060ti]

where is the pulsar x3 es ???

[@InsurgeWZ]

What about apex pro tkl

[@IronOre33]

I love how they all are basically a worse version of the gforce wireless, they literally took the same design 💀

[@M0n4rc]

see, I went to every single website for these mise, and the one from less known brands, the most common thing i hear is that their QA is not trustworthy. sure, their mouse might be the best in the market, but if i get a mouse that is not up to standard, it doesn't matter how good they are supposed to be, I will have wasted my money. this is why i stick to Logitech/Razer I haven't tried hyperX, pulsar, or Collermaster yet so i cant say if they are good.

[@TheACTIONZ]

Lmao sure whatever

[@tarang221]

Logitech mouse such as G102 lasts less than a year , same with razer deathadder series . Not sure why their QC dropped

[@trevorfranks69]

Yo can i get a link for that turtle mouse?

[@DiamondLobbyReviews]

you don't buy it, it gets bestowed upon thee by the gods themselves

[@reecep4016]

The lamzu Maya is such a let down. Love the weight and shape. But the shape is also fucking awful. Can’t quite explain it. It’s nice to hold. But finding a grip to play comfortably with it is genuinely impossible.

[@Naki7g]

thought id see a mz1 in here

[@huxanomaly]

Where is OP1WE review doe?

[@mrkoolylegend]

I trust you😃

[@whismerhillgaming]

and none of those have an unlockable mousewheel so very meh but that's just me being me.

[@lltalionll]

0:38 Turtle Mice, mice of the year

[@Methysal]

Lamzu atlantis mini ez warhuryea.

[@Evan-xs8ts]

X2h?

[@daizui8470]

guys? is the logitech g pro superlight good?

[@DiamondLobbyReviews]

yes

[@MIKEx2112]

Many more mice available that are better than this list… and under $100 for an extra bonus. But all in all…. Decent line up

[@airborne22away]

coming

[@user-fc1kv7oy1c]

The best thing that came from the superlight 2 for me is somedude selling me his old superlight 1 with warranty for like 1/3 of the price 😂

[@BeeRad502]

If only the warranty was transferable…

[@user-fc1kv7oy1c]

@@BeeRad502 that the point the warranty was transferable since It wasn't bought from logitech themself but from a shop that only care if you have the receipt just send mine to warranty to fix the scroll wheel

[@minh-wz7cp]

new vid new smiles woohoo!

[@indraompongworks2604]

the "#INDOPRIDE" sticker on his forehead as he was talking about the Fantech Helios 2 Indonesia mentioned let's gooo