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Black Shark Mako M3 Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price:~£9Connectivity:wireless+wiredMaximum polling rate:250 HzMaximum DPI:1600 DPIWeight:83.5 g

Black Shark Mako M3 Review: Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Mice category and whether it is worth buying.

Black Shark Mako M3
5.6/10

Overall score

Score
5.6/ 10
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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–¼ Worse than 66% of models
Score components

80%

5.0

Technical score

20%

7.8

User score

â–¼Worse than 66% of mice
6.9

Value for money

Value for money
6.9/ 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–¼ Worse than 68% of models
Score components

70%

5.6

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–¼Worse than 68%
5.0

Technical score

Technical score
5.0/ 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–¼ Worse than 66% of models
Score components

36%

3.8

Performance & Sensor

22%

4.9

Controls

16%

7.2

Design

14%

3.7

Features

7%

9.7

Connectivity

5%

5.0

Battery & Charging

â–¼Worse than 66%
7.8

User score

User score
7.8/ 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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Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

6.7

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 70%
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Technical Specifications of mouse Black Shark Mako M3

Technical score
Technical score
5.0/ 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–¼ Worse than 66% of models
Score components:

36%

3.8

Performance & Sensor

22%

4.9

Controls

16%

7.2

Design

14%

3.7

Features

7%

9.7

Connectivity

5%

5.0

Battery & Charging

5.0
User score
User score
7.8/ 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–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

6.7

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.8
Popularity
Popularity
6.7/ 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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â–² Better than 54% of models
Popularity:
Black Shark Mako M3 has a popularity score of 6.7 points, which is higher than that of 54.3% of products in this category.
6.7
Value for money
Value for money
6.9/ 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–¼ Worse than 68% of models
Score components:

70%

5.6

Overall score

30%

10

Price

6.9
Brand name
Black
Maximum polling rate
250 Hz
Market range: <125 Hz – >8k Hz
This mouse has a maximum polling rate of 250 Hz, which is lower than 73.8% of mice and equal to 1.8% of mice.
Wired polling rate
250 Hz
Market range: <125 Hz – >1k Hz
This mouse has a wired polling rate of 250 Hz, which is lower than 88.5% of mice and equal to 0.6% of mice.
2.4 GHz polling rate
250 Hz
Market range: <125 Hz – >8k Hz
This mouse has a 2.4 GHz polling rate of 250 Hz, which is lower than 68% of mice and equal to 2.9% of mice.
Bluetooth polling rate
0 Hz
Market range: <0 Hz – >125 Hz
This mouse has a Bluetooth polling rate of 0 Hz, which is lower than 36% of mice and equal to 64% of mice.
2.4GHz only.
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Connectivity
wireless+wired
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 / 2.4 GHz.
Bluetooth support
no
This mouse does not support Bluetooth. 35.6% of mice support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
N/A
Proprietary 2.4 GHz support
yes
This mouse supports proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless. 38.8% of mice support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless.
Receiver included
yes
This mouse includes a receiver. 37.8% of mice include a receiver.
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Battery life
50 hours
Market range: <50 hours – >500 hours
This mouse has a battery life of 50 hours, which is less than 86.5% of mice and equal to 4% of mice.
Battery capacity
400 mAh
Market range: <300 mAh – >800 mAh
This mouse has a battery capacity of 400 mAh, which is smaller than 57.8% of mice and equal to 6% of mice.
Battery form factor
integrated
Rechargeable battery
yes
This mouse uses a rechargeable battery. 54.2% of mice use a rechargeable battery.
Removable battery
no
This mouse does not use a removable battery. 22.3% of mice use a removable battery.
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N. of buttons
4
Market range: <4 – >9
This mouse has 4 buttons, which is less than 86.6% of mice and equal to 4.3% of mice.
N. of side buttons
0
Market range: <0 – >3
This mouse has 0 side buttons, which is less than 85.3% of mice and equal to 14.7% of mice.
N. of programmable buttons
?
DPI switching button
yes
This mouse includes a DPI switching button. 14.7% of mice include a DPI switching button.
Profile switching button
no
This mouse does not include a profile switching button. 16% of mice include a profile switching button.
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Orientation
right-handed
Weight
83.5 g
Market range: <52 g – >125 g
This mouse weighs 83.5 g, which is heavier than 50.9% of mice.
Extra weights
0 g
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
1.8 m
Market range: <1.5 m – >2 m
This mouse comes with a 1.8 m cable, which is longer than 18.4% of mice and equal to 65.2% of mice.
Cable type
N/A
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Onboard memory profiles
0
Market range: <0 – >5
This mouse supports 0 onboard memory profiles, which is less than 52.2% of mice and equal to 47.8% of mice.
Onboard memory size
0 KB
Market range: <0 KB – >128 KB
This mouse has an onboard memory size of 0 KB, which is smaller than 12.6% of mice and equal to 87.4% of mice.
no onboard memory.
Software name
Shark Arsenal
Firmware upgradable
?
Suitable for gaming
yes
This mouse is suitable for gaming. 23.9% of mice are suitable for gaming.

Black Shark Mako M3 vs the average mouse

246810TotalPerformance & SensorConnectivityBattery & ChargingControlsDesignFeatures
  • Silent primary switches
    This mouse uses silent primary switches, while the average mouse does not. 14.1% of mice use silent primary switches.
  • Usable while charging
    This mouse can be used while charging, while the average mouse cannot. 47.5% of mice can be used while charging.
  • Adjustable debounce time
    This mouse supports adjustable debounce time, while the average mouse does not. 28.2% of mice support adjustable debounce time.
  • 3.89x cheaper
    Black Shark Mako M3 is cheaper than the average mouse (£9 vs £35).
    £9 vs £35
  • Rechargeable battery
    This mouse uses a rechargeable battery, while the average mouse does not. 45.9% of mice use a rechargeable battery.
  • Detachable cable
    This mouse comes with a detachable cable, while the average mouse does not. 43% of mice come with a detachable cable.
  • Versatile connectivity
    This mouse supports wireless+wired connectivity, while the average mouse supports wireless connectivity.
    connection modes: wired / 2.4 GHz.
    wireless+wired vs wireless
  • Receiver storage inside mouse
    This mouse has receiver storage inside the mouse, while the average mouse does not. 45.9% of mice have receiver storage inside the mouse.
  • 3.89x cheaper
    Black Shark Mako M3 is cheaper than the average mouse (£9 vs £35).
    £9 vs £35
  • Versatile connectivity
    This mouse supports wireless+wired connectivity, while the average mouse supports wireless connectivity.
    connection modes: wired / 2.4 GHz.
    wireless+wired vs wireless
  • Receiver storage inside mouse
    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
    This mouse can be used while charging, while the average mouse cannot. 47.5% of mice can be used while charging.
  • Rechargeable battery
    This mouse uses a rechargeable battery, while the average mouse does not. 45.9% of mice use a rechargeable battery.
  • Silent primary switches
    This mouse uses silent primary switches, while the average mouse does not. 14.1% of mice use silent primary switches.
  • Adjustable debounce time
    This mouse supports adjustable debounce time, while the average mouse does not. 28.2% of mice support adjustable debounce time.
  • Detachable cable
    This mouse comes with a detachable cable, while the average mouse does not. 43% of mice come with a detachable cable.
  • 27 million clicks shorter switch lifespan
    This mouse has a switch durability of 3 million clicks, while the average mouse has a switch durability of 30 million clicks.
    3 million clicks vs 30 million clicks
  • 75% lower maximum polling rate
    This mouse has a maximum polling rate of 250 Hz, while the average mouse has a maximum polling rate of 1,000 Hz.
    250 Hz vs 1,000 Hz
  • 92.5% lower tracking speed
    This mouse has a maximum tracking speed of 30 IPS, while the average mouse has a maximum tracking speed of 400 IPS.
    30 IPS vs 400 IPS
  • 84% lower maximum DPI
    This mouse has a maximum DPI of 1,600 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10,000 DPI.
    1,600 DPI vs 10,000 DPI
  • 75% lower wired polling rate
    This mouse has a wired polling rate of 250 Hz, while the average mouse has a wired polling rate of 1,000 Hz.
    250 Hz vs 1,000 Hz
  • 1 fewer onboard profiles
    This mouse supports 0 onboard memory profiles, while the average mouse supports 1 onboard memory profiles.
    0 vs 1
  • 800 DPI higher minimum setting
    This mouse has a minimum DPI of 1,000 DPI, while the average mouse has a minimum DPI of 200 DPI.
    1,000 DPI vs 200 DPI
  • 1 hours longer full charge time
    This mouse reaches a full charge in 3 hours, while the average mouse reaches a full charge in 2 hours.
    3 hours vs 2 hours
  • 5.8% worse value for money
    Black Shark Mako M3 has worse value for money than the average mouse (6.91 vs 7.3).
    6.91 vs 7.31
  • 75% lower maximum polling rate
    This mouse has a maximum polling rate of 250 Hz, while the average mouse has a maximum polling rate of 1,000 Hz.
    250 Hz vs 1,000 Hz
  • 92.5% lower tracking speed
    This mouse has a maximum tracking speed of 30 IPS, while the average mouse has a maximum tracking speed of 400 IPS.
    30 IPS vs 400 IPS
  • 84% lower maximum DPI
    This mouse has a maximum DPI of 1,600 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10,000 DPI.
    1,600 DPI vs 10,000 DPI
  • 75% lower wired polling rate
    This mouse has a wired polling rate of 250 Hz, while the average mouse has a wired polling rate of 1,000 Hz.
    250 Hz vs 1,000 Hz
  • 800 DPI higher minimum setting
    This mouse has a minimum DPI of 1,000 DPI, while the average mouse has a minimum DPI of 200 DPI.
    1,000 DPI vs 200 DPI
  • 75% lower 2.4 GHz polling rate
    This mouse has a 2.4 GHz polling rate of 250 Hz, while the average mouse has a 2.4 GHz polling rate of 1,000 Hz.
    250 Hz vs 1,000 Hz
  • No angle snapping support
    This mouse does not support angle snapping, while the average mouse does. 54.4% of mice support angle snapping.
  • 505 DPI coarser step size
    This mouse has a DPI step size of 600 DPI, while the average mouse has a DPI step size of 95 DPI.
    600 DPI vs 95 DPI
  • 2 fewer stored DPI steps
    This mouse stores 3 DPI steps, while the average mouse stores 5 DPI steps.
    3 vs 5
  • 1 hours longer full charge time
    This mouse reaches a full charge in 3 hours, while the average mouse reaches a full charge in 2 hours.
    3 hours vs 2 hours
  • 35 hours shorter battery life
    This mouse has a battery life of 50 hours, while the average mouse has a battery life of 85 hours.
    50 hours vs 85 hours
  • 27 million clicks shorter switch lifespan
    This mouse has a switch durability of 3 million clicks, while the average mouse has a switch durability of 30 million clicks.
    3 million clicks vs 30 million clicks
  • 2 fewer side buttons
    This mouse has 0 side buttons, while the average mouse has 2 side buttons.
    0 vs 2
  • 2 fewer buttons
    This mouse has 4 buttons, while the average mouse has 6 buttons.
    4 vs 6
  • No RGB lighting
    This mouse does not have RGB lighting, while the average mouse does. 56.3% of mice have RGB lighting.
  • 1 fewer onboard profiles
    This mouse supports 0 onboard memory profiles, while the average mouse supports 1 onboard memory profiles.
    0 vs 1

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Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: May 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Black Shark Mako M3

  • Good overall build quality and professional presentation
  • Comfortable ergonomic design suitable for daily work and gaming
  • Versatile dual-mode connectivity (works both wired and wireless)
  • Features dedicated DPI and programmable buttons for customization
  • Can be used while charging, ensuring no downtime
  • Quiet click mechanism suitable for shared environments

What customers don't like about Black Shark Mako M3

  • Reports of an annoying high-pitched whine or noise when lights are on or plugged in
  • Inconsistent wireless performance, with some units failing to work without a wire
  • Potential long-term durability issues, such as double-clicking after several months of use
  • Limited battery lifespan reported by some users (e.g., failing after 9 months)
  • Lacks advanced features like RGB customisation or onboard profile switching

Verdict

The Black Shark Mako M3 is a dual-mode wireless gaming mouse featuring 2.4GHz connectivity and Type-C wired charging, designed with a lightweight 83.5g body and right-handed ergonomic orientation. It is equipped with an optical sensor providing three adjustable DPI levels (1000, 1200, 1600), a 250 Hz polling rate, and 40G maximum acceleration to ensure precise movement during tasks or gameplay. Key pros include its 'Silent-Click' technology that reduces click sounds by 95%, a long 50-hour battery life with auto-sleep functionality, and the ability to be used while charging via its 1.8m braided cable. Notable cons include its relatively low maximum DPI of 1600 and a lack of RGB lighting and onboard memory profiles compared to other models in the Mako series.

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