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ASUS ROG Pugio II Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price:~£90Connectivity:wireless+wiredMaximum polling rate:1000 HzMaximum DPI:16000 DPIWeight:102 g

ASUS ROG Pugio II Review: Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Mice category and whether it is worth buying.

7.2

Overall score

Score
7.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the mouse's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best mice on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 72% of models
Score components

80%

6.9

Technical Score

20%

8.3

User score

â–²Better than 72% of mice
6.9

Technical Score

Technical score
6.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Mice category across these key areas: Performance & Sensor, Connectivity, Battery & Charging, Controls, Design, Features.
When it matters
When you want to compare mice based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 70% of models
Score components

36%

6.5

Performance & Sensor

22%

6.9

Controls

16%

5.6

Design

14%

7.9

Features

7%

10

Connectivity

5%

6.2

Battery & Charging

â–²Better than 70% of mice
8.3

User score

User score
8.3/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the mouse.
When it matters
When you want to understand how a mouse performs in daily use or gaming and how reliable it is in terms of comfort, button feel, tracking accuracy, and long-term durability.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 62% of models
Score components

70%

8.9

User ratings

30%

6.8

Number of reviews

Based on 758 buyer reviews from online shops.
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How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
â–²Better than 62% of mice
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Verdict

The ASUS ROG Pugio II is a high-performance ambidextrous gaming mouse featuring tri-mode connectivity via 2.4 GHz wireless, Bluetooth LE, and wired USB. It is equipped with a 16,000 DPI optical sensor, 400 IPS tracking speed, and 40g acceleration, ensuring precision for competitive play. Key characteristics include its unique transparent shell, a DIY-friendly design with push-fit switch sockets for hot-swapping Omron switches, and magnetic, configurable side buttons on both flanks. Main pros include its exceptional versatility for both left and right-handed users, a long-lasting battery life of up to 100 hours (over Bluetooth), and high-quality construction. However, some cons include its relatively high weight of 102g, which may not appeal to ultra-lightweight enthusiasts, and the lack of a top-mounted DPI cycle button, which can make on-the-fly sensitivity adjustments less intuitive.

Technical Specifications of mouse ASUS ROG Pugio II

Technical Score
Technical score
6.9/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Mice category across these key areas: Performance & Sensor, Connectivity, Battery & Charging, Controls, Design, Features.
When it matters
When you want to compare mice based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 70% of models
Score components:

36%

6.5

Performance & Sensor

22%

6.9

Controls

16%

5.6

Design

14%

7.9

Features

7%

10

Connectivity

5%

6.2

Battery & Charging

6.9
ASUS ROG Pugio II has a technical score of 6.9 points, which is higher than that of 70.1% of products in this category.
User score
User score
8.3/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the mouse.
When it matters
When you want to understand how a mouse performs in daily use or gaming and how reliable it is in terms of comfort, button feel, tracking accuracy, and long-term durability.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 62% of models
Score components

70%

8.9

User ratings

30%

6.8

Number of reviews

Based on 758 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
8.3
ASUS ROG Pugio II has a user score of 8.26 points, which is higher than that of 61.9% of products in this category.
Popularity
Popularity
6.8/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the mouse.
When it matters
When you prefer a mouse that has already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 55% of models
Popularity:
ASUS ROG Pugio II has a popularity score of 6.8 points, which is higher than that of 55.4% of products in this category.
6.8
ASUS ROG Pugio II has a popularity score of 6.8 points, which is higher than that of 55.4% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
8.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the mouse's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a mouse that offers a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 71% of models
Score components:

60%

7.2

Overall score

40%

10

Price

8.0
ASUS ROG Pugio II has a value-for-money score of 8 points, which is higher than that of 70.5% of products in this category.
Brand name
Asus
Maximum polling rate
1,000 Hz
Maximum polling rate
1,000 Hz
â–² Better than 28% of models
Market range: <125 Hz – >8k Hz
This mouse has a maximum polling rate of 1,000 Hz, which is higher than 27.8% of mice and equal to 55% of mice.
Wired polling rate
1,000 Hz
Wired polling rate
1,000 Hz
â–² Better than 13% of models
Market range: <125 Hz – >1k Hz
This mouse has a wired polling rate of 1,000 Hz, which is higher than 13.2% of mice and equal to 77.4% of mice.
2.4 GHz polling rate
1,000 Hz
2.4 GHz polling rate
1,000 Hz
â–² Better than 33% of models
Market range: <125 Hz – >8k Hz
This mouse has a 2.4 GHz polling rate of 1,000 Hz, which is higher than 33.4% of mice and equal to 46.9% of mice.
Bluetooth polling rate
125 Hz
Bluetooth polling rate
125 Hz
â–² Better than 68% of models
Market range: <0 Hz – >125 Hz
This mouse has a Bluetooth polling rate of 125 Hz, which is higher than 67.8% of mice and equal to 30.7% of mice.
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Connectivity
wireless+wired
Connectivity
wireless+wired
â–² Better than 57% of models
This mouse supports wireless+wired connectivity, which is more versatile than 56.8% of mice and equal to 43.3% of mice.
connection modes: wired / Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz.
Bluetooth support
yes
Bluetooth support
yes
â–² Better than 65% of models
This mouse supports Bluetooth. 64.5% of mice support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
5.1
Bluetooth version
5.1
â–² Better than 86% of models
This mouse uses Bluetooth 5.1, which is newer than 86.3% of mice and equal to 6.1% of mice.
Proprietary 2.4 GHz support
yes
Proprietary 2.4 GHz support
yes
â–² Better than 39% of models
This mouse supports proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless. 38.8% of mice support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless.
Receiver included
yes
Receiver included
yes
â–² Better than 38% of models
This mouse includes a receiver. 37.8% of mice include a receiver.
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Battery life
69 hours
Battery life
69 hours
â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
Market range: <50 hours – >500 hours
This mouse has a battery life of 69 hours, which is less than 76.7% of mice and equal to 0.3% of mice.
Battery capacity
900 mAh
Battery capacity
900 mAh
★ Better than 92% of models
Market range: <300 mAh – >800 mAh
This mouse has a battery capacity of 900 mAh, which is larger than 92.4% of mice and equal to 0.5% of mice.
Battery form factor
integrated
Rechargeable battery
yes
Rechargeable battery
yes
â–² Better than 54% of models
This mouse uses a rechargeable battery. 54.2% of mice use a rechargeable battery.
Removable battery
yes
Removable battery
yes
â–² Better than 78% of models
This mouse uses a removable battery. 77.8% of mice use a removable battery.
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N. of buttons
9
N. of buttons
9
â–² Better than 88% of models
Market range: <4 – >9
This mouse has 9 buttons, which is more than 88.3% of mice and equal to 3.5% of mice.
N. of side buttons
4
N. of side buttons
4
★ Better than 92% of models
Market range: <0 – >3
This mouse has 4 side buttons, which is more than 92.5% of mice and equal to 4.6% of mice.
N. of programmable buttons
7
N. of programmable buttons
7
â–² Better than 67% of models
Market range: <0 – >9
This mouse has 7 programmable buttons, which is more than 66.9% of mice and equal to 12.7% of mice.
DPI switching button
yes
DPI switching button
yes
â–² Better than 15% of models
This mouse includes a DPI switching button. 14.7% of mice include a DPI switching button.
Profile switching button
no
Profile switching button
no
â–¼ Worse than 16% of models
This mouse does not include a profile switching button. 16% of mice include a profile switching button.
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Orientation
ambidextrous
Weight
102 g
Weight
102 g
â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
Market range: <52 g – >125 g
This mouse weighs 102 g, which is heavier than 73.7% of mice and equal to 0.7% of mice.
Extra weights
0 g
Extra weights
0 g
â–¼ Worse than 5% of models
Market range: <0 g – >25 g
This mouse comes with 0 g extra weights, which is less than 4.6% of mice and equal to 95.4% of mice.
Cable length
2 m
Cable length
2 m
â–² Better than 86% of models
Market range: <1.5 m – >2 m
This mouse comes with a 2 m cable, which is longer than 85.6% of mice and equal to 10% of mice.
Cable type
rubber
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Onboard memory profiles
3
Onboard memory profiles
3
â–² Better than 70% of models
Market range: <0 – >5
This mouse stores 3 onboard profiles, which is more than 69.8% of mice and equal to 8.2% of mice.
Onboard memory size
?
Software name
Armoury Crate
Firmware upgradable
yes
Firmware upgradable
yes
â–² Better than 22% of models
This mouse supports firmware updates. 22.5% of mice support firmware updates.
Suitable for gaming
yes
Suitable for gaming
yes
â–² Better than 24% of models
This mouse is suitable for gaming. 23.9% of mice are suitable for gaming.

ASUS ROG Pugio II vs the average mouse

246810TotalPerformance & SensorConnectivityBattery & ChargingControlsDesignFeatures
  • Adjustable lift-off distance
    Lift-off distance adjustable
    yes
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    This mouse supports adjustable lift-off distance, while the average mouse does not. 46.5% of mice support adjustable lift-off distance.
  • 1 more programmable buttons
    N. of programmable buttons
    7
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    Market range: <0 – >9
    This mouse has 7 programmable buttons, while the average mouse has 6 programmable buttons.
    7 vs 6
  • 2 more onboard profiles
    Onboard memory profiles
    3
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <0 – >5
    This mouse stores 3 onboard profiles, while the average mouse stores 1 onboard profiles.
    3 vs 1
  • Usable while charging
    Use while charging
    yes
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    This mouse can be used while charging, while the average mouse cannot. 47.5% of mice can be used while charging.
  • 2 more side buttons
    N. of side buttons
    4
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <0 – >3
    This mouse has 4 side buttons, while the average mouse has 2 side buttons.
    4 vs 2
  • 60% higher maximum DPI
    Maximum DPI
    16,000 DPI
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <1.6k DPI – >26k DPI
    This mouse has a maximum DPI of 16000 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10000 DPI.
    16,000 DPI vs 10,000 DPI
  • 20 million clicks longer switch lifespan
    Switch durability
    50 million clicks
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    Market range: <5 million clicks – >90 million clicks
    This mouse offers switch durability of 50 million clicks, while the average mouse offers switch durability of 30 million clicks.
    50 million clicks vs 30 million clicks
  • 2 more paired devices
    Multi-device pair count
    3
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    Market range: <1 – >3
    This mouse pairs with 3 devices, while the average mouse pairs with 1 devices.
    3 vs 1
  • Adjustable lift-off distance
    Lift-off distance adjustable
    yes
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    This mouse supports adjustable lift-off distance, while the average mouse does not. 46.5% of mice support adjustable lift-off distance.
  • 60% higher maximum DPI
    Maximum DPI
    16,000 DPI
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <1.6k DPI – >26k DPI
    This mouse has a maximum DPI of 16000 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10000 DPI.
    16,000 DPI vs 10,000 DPI
  • 100 DPI lower minimum setting
    Minimum DPI
    100 DPI
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <50 DPI – >1k DPI
    This mouse goes as low as 100 DPI, while the average mouse goes as low as 200 DPI.
    100 DPI vs 200 DPI
  • 2 more paired devices
    Multi-device pair count
    3
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    Market range: <1 – >3
    This mouse pairs with 3 devices, while the average mouse pairs with 1 devices.
    3 vs 1
  • Multi-device pairing
    Multi-device pairing
    yes
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    This mouse supports multi-device pairing, while the average mouse does not. 20.3% of mice support multi-device pairing.
  • Versatile connectivity
    Connectivity
    wireless+wired
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This mouse supports wireless+wired connectivity, while the average mouse supports wireless connectivity.
    connection modes: wired / Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz.
    wireless+wired vs wireless
  • Bluetooth support
    Bluetooth support
    yes
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    This mouse supports Bluetooth, while the average mouse does not. 35.5% of mice support Bluetooth.
  • Receiver storage inside mouse
    Receiver storage in mouse
    yes
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    This mouse has receiver storage inside the mouse, while the average mouse does not. 45.9% of mice have receiver storage inside the mouse.
  • Usable while charging
    Use while charging
    yes
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    This mouse can be used while charging, while the average mouse cannot. 47.5% of mice can be used while charging.
  • Removable battery
    Removable battery
    yes
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    This mouse uses a removable battery, while the average mouse does not. 22.3% of mice use a removable battery.
  • Rechargeable battery
    Rechargeable battery
    yes
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    This mouse uses a rechargeable battery, while the average mouse does not. 45.9% of mice use a rechargeable battery.
  • 80% larger battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    900 mAh
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <300 mAh – >800 mAh
    This mouse has a battery capacity of 900 mAh, while the average mouse has a battery capacity of 500 mAh.
    900 mAh vs 500 mAh
  • 1 more programmable buttons
    N. of programmable buttons
    7
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    Market range: <0 – >9
    This mouse has 7 programmable buttons, while the average mouse has 6 programmable buttons.
    7 vs 6
  • 2 more side buttons
    N. of side buttons
    4
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <0 – >3
    This mouse has 4 side buttons, while the average mouse has 2 side buttons.
    4 vs 2
  • 20 million clicks longer switch lifespan
    Switch durability
    50 million clicks
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    Market range: <5 million clicks – >90 million clicks
    This mouse offers switch durability of 50 million clicks, while the average mouse offers switch durability of 30 million clicks.
    50 million clicks vs 30 million clicks
  • Adjustable debounce time
    Debounce time adjustable
    yes
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    This mouse supports adjustable debounce time, while the average mouse does not. 28.2% of mice support adjustable debounce time.
  • 3 more buttons
    N. of buttons
    9
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <4 – >9
    This mouse has 9 buttons, while the average mouse has 6 buttons.
    9 vs 6
  • 2 more RGB zones
    RGB zones
    3
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    Market range: <1 – >3
    This mouse has 3 RGB zones, while the average mouse has 1 RGB zones.
    3 vs 1
  • Detachable cable
    Detachable cable
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This mouse comes with a detachable cable, while the average mouse does not. 43% of mice come with a detachable cable.
  • 0.2 m longer cable
    Cable length
    2 m
    â–² Better than 86% of models
    Market range: <1.5 m – >2 m
    This mouse comes with a 2 m cable, while the average mouse comes with a 1.8 m cable.
    2 m vs 1.8 m
  • 9 mm narrower mouse width
    Width
    57 mm
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <60 mm – >78 mm
    This mouse is 57 mm wide, while the average mouse is 66 mm wide.
    57 mm vs 66 mm
  • 2 more onboard profiles
    Onboard memory profiles
    3
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <0 – >5
    This mouse stores 3 onboard profiles, while the average mouse stores 1 onboard profiles.
    3 vs 1
  • 24.4% higher mouse weight
    Weight
    102 g
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <52 g – >125 g
    This mouse weighs 102 g, while the average mouse weighs 82 g.
    102 g vs 82 g
  • 16 hours shorter battery life
    Battery life
    69 hours
    â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <50 hours – >500 hours
    This mouse has a battery life of 69 hours, while the average mouse has a battery life of 85 hours.
    69 hours vs 85 hours
  • Thin glide feet
    Feet thickness
    0.6 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    This mouse uses 0.6 mm thick mouse feet, while the average mouse uses 0.8 mm thick mouse feet.
    0.6 mm vs 0.8 mm
  • 2.57x more expensive
    ASUS ROG Pugio II is more expensive than the average mouse (£90 vs £35).
    £90 vs £35
  • 1 fewer stored DPI steps
    DPI steps stored
    4
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <3 – >6
    This mouse stores 4 DPI steps, while the average mouse stores 5 DPI steps.
    4 vs 5
  • 2.57x more expensive
    ASUS ROG Pugio II is more expensive than the average mouse (£90 vs £35).
    £90 vs £35
  • 1 fewer stored DPI steps
    DPI steps stored
    4
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <3 – >6
    This mouse stores 4 DPI steps, while the average mouse stores 5 DPI steps.
    4 vs 5
  • 16 hours shorter battery life
    Battery life
    69 hours
    â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <50 hours – >500 hours
    This mouse has a battery life of 69 hours, while the average mouse has a battery life of 85 hours.
    69 hours vs 85 hours
  • 24.4% higher mouse weight
    Weight
    102 g
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <52 g – >125 g
    This mouse weighs 102 g, while the average mouse weighs 82 g.
    102 g vs 82 g
  • Thin glide feet
    Feet thickness
    0.6 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    This mouse uses 0.6 mm thick mouse feet, while the average mouse uses 0.8 mm thick mouse feet.
    0.6 mm vs 0.8 mm

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Third-party reviews

Based on 758 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: May 2026 · How we calculate this
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What customers like about ASUS ROG Pugio II?

  • True ambidextrous design with physical side buttons on both the left and right sides
  • Highly customizable with hot-swappable push-fit switch sockets and magnetic side button covers
  • Versatile tri-mode connectivity including 2.4GHz wireless, Bluetooth LE, and wired USB-C
  • Solid build quality and durable feel with no significant rattle or shell flex
  • Attractive translucent shell with vibrant three-zone Aura Sync RGB lighting
  • Good sensor performance (PixArt PAW3335) with accurate tracking and low lift-off distance
  • Strong battery life, reaching up to 69 hours on 2.4GHz or over 100 hours via Bluetooth
  • Unique DIY features like the customizable logo plate and included accessory case

What customers dislike about ASUS ROG Pugio II?

  • Relatively heavy at approximately 102-105g compared to modern ultra-light gaming mice
  • Stock mouse feet (skates) are frequently criticized for poor glide and uneven wear
  • DPI button is inconveniently located on the bottom, making on-the-fly adjustments difficult
  • ASUS Armoury software is often reported as bloated, buggy, or difficult to navigate
  • The translucent shell can sometimes cause the internal RGB logo to appear blurry or diffused
  • Recessed USB-C port may not fit all third-party charging cables
  • CPI can only be adjusted in increments of 100, which may lack precision for some enthusiasts

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