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Corsair Nightsword RGB Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price:~£70Connectivity:wiredMaximum polling rate:1000 HzMaximum DPI:18000 DPIWeight:119 g

Corsair Nightsword RGB Review: Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Mice category and whether it is worth buying.

6.6

Overall score

Score
6.6/ 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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â–² Better than 59% of models
Score components

80%

6.0

Technical Score

20%

9.1

User score

â–²Better than 59% of mice
6.0

Technical Score

Technical score
6.0/ 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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â–² Better than 56% of models
Score components

36%

6.6

Performance & Sensor

22%

7.3

Controls

16%

4.2

Design

14%

8.7

Features

7%

1.1

Connectivity

5%

1.0

Battery & Charging

â–²Better than 56% of mice
9.1

User score

User score
9.1/ 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 88% of models
Score components

70%

9.0

User ratings

30%

9.3

Number of reviews

Based on 9,899 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 88% of mice
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Verdict

The Corsair Nightsword RGB is a performance-tunable wired gaming mouse specifically engineered for FPS and MOBA players, featuring a high-precision PixArt PMW3391 optical sensor with a native 18,000 DPI adjustable in 1 DPI increments, 50G acceleration, and 400 IPS tracking. Key characteristics include 10 fully programmable buttons, 50-million-click rated Omron switches, and a sophisticated weight-tuning system that uses two sets of weights and six mounting locations to offer 120 different configurations between 119g and 141g. Main pros highlight its excellent palm grip comfort, highly accurate sensor, and real-time center-of-gravity detection via iCUE software that automatically identifies installed weights. However, some cons include a bulky design that is unsuitable for small hands, glossy plastic accents that can feel less premium, and a textured rubber surface that tends to accumulate dust and grime.

Technical Specifications of mouse Corsair Nightsword RGB

Technical Score
Technical score
6.0/ 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–² Better than 56% of models
Score components:

36%

6.6

Performance & Sensor

22%

7.3

Controls

16%

4.2

Design

14%

8.7

Features

7%

1.1

Connectivity

5%

1.0

Battery & Charging

6.0
Corsair Nightsword RGB has a technical score of 6 points, which is higher than that of 55.5% of products in this category.
User score
User score
9.1/ 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 88% of models
Score components

70%

9.0

User ratings

30%

9.3

Number of reviews

Based on 9,899 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.
9.1
Corsair Nightsword RGB has a user score of 9.06 points, which is higher than that of 87.7% of products in this category.
Popularity
Popularity
9.3/ 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 86% of models
Popularity:
Corsair Nightsword RGB has a popularity score of 9.3 points, which is higher than that of 85.5% of products in this category.
9.3
Corsair Nightsword RGB has a popularity score of 9.3 points, which is higher than that of 85.5% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
7.6/ 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 57% of models
Score components:

60%

6.6

Overall score

40%

10

Price

7.6
Corsair Nightsword RGB has a value-for-money score of 7.6 points, which is higher than that of 57.3% of products in this category.
Brand name
Corsair
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
N/A
Bluetooth polling rate
0 Hz
Bluetooth polling rate
0 Hz
â–¼ Worse than 36% of models
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.
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Connectivity
wired
Connectivity
wired
â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
This mouse supports wired connectivity, which is less versatile than 65.1% of mice and equal to 34.9% of mice.
connection modes: wired.
Bluetooth support
no
Bluetooth support
no
â–¼ Worse than 36% of models
This mouse does not support Bluetooth. 35.6% of mice support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
N/A
Proprietary 2.4 GHz support
no
Proprietary 2.4 GHz support
no
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
This mouse does not support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless. 61.3% of mice support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless.
Receiver included
no
Receiver included
no
â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
This mouse does not include a receiver. 62.3% of mice include a receiver.
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Battery life
N/A
Battery capacity
N/A
Battery form factor
N/A
Rechargeable battery
no
Rechargeable battery
no
â–¼ Worse than 46% of models
This mouse does not use a rechargeable battery. 46% of mice use a rechargeable battery.
Removable battery
no
Removable battery
no
â–¼ Worse than 22% of models
This mouse does not use a removable battery. 22.3% of mice use a removable battery.
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N. of buttons
10
N. of buttons
10
★ Better than 92% of models
Market range: <4 – >9
This mouse has 10 buttons, which is more than 91.9% of mice and equal to 2.1% of mice.
N. of side buttons
3
N. of side buttons
3
â–² Better than 84% of models
Market range: <0 – >3
This mouse has 3 side buttons, which is more than 83.8% of mice and equal to 8.6% of mice.
N. of programmable buttons
10
N. of programmable buttons
10
★ Better than 92% of models
Market range: <0 – >9
This mouse has 10 programmable buttons, which is more than 92% of mice and equal to 1.8% 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
yes
Profile switching button
yes
â–² Better than 84% of models
This mouse includes a profile switching button. 84.1% of mice include a profile switching button.
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Orientation
right-handed
Weight
119 g
Weight
119 g
â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
Market range: <52 g – >125 g
This mouse weighs 119 g, which is heavier than 86.1% of mice.
Extra weights
21.9 g
Extra weights
21.9 g
★ Better than 99% of models
Market range: <0 g – >25 g
This mouse comes with 21.9 g of extra weights, which is more than 98.9% of mice.
Cable length
1.8 m
Cable length
1.8 m
â–² Better than 18% of models
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
braided
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Onboard memory profiles
?
Onboard memory size
?
Software name
CORSAIR iCUE
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.

Corsair Nightsword RGB vs the average mouse

246810TotalPerformance & SensorConnectivityBattery & ChargingControlsDesignFeatures
  • 4 more programmable buttons
    N. of programmable buttons
    10
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <0 – >9
    This mouse has 10 programmable buttons, while the average mouse has 6 programmable buttons.
    10 vs 6
  • 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.
  • 80% higher maximum DPI
    Maximum DPI
    18,000 DPI
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    Market range: <1.6k DPI – >26k DPI
    This mouse has a maximum DPI of 18000 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10000 DPI.
    18,000 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
  • 1 more side buttons
    N. of side buttons
    3
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <0 – >3
    This mouse has 3 side buttons, while the average mouse has 2 side buttons.
    3 vs 2
  • 21.9 g more tuning weights
    Extra weights
    21.9 g
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <0 g – >25 g
    This mouse comes with 21.9 g of extra weights, while the average mouse comes with 0 g of extra weights.
    21.9 g vs 0 g
  • 3 more RGB zones
    RGB zones
    4
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Market range: <1 – >3
    This mouse has 4 RGB zones, while the average mouse has 1 RGB zones.
    4 vs 1
  • Profile switch button
    Profile switching button
    yes
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    This mouse includes a profile switching button, while the average mouse does not. 16% of mice include a profile switching button.
  • 13.3% higher user score
    User score
    9.1/ 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–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Corsair Nightsword RGB
    the average mouse
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Corsair Nightsword RGB has a higher user score than the average mouse (9.06 vs 8.000).
    9.06 vs 8
  • 45.7% more popular
    Corsair Nightsword RGB is more popular than the average mouse (9.3 vs 6.4).
    9.3 vs 6.38
  • 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.
  • 80% higher maximum DPI
    Maximum DPI
    18,000 DPI
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    Market range: <1.6k DPI – >26k DPI
    This mouse has a maximum DPI of 18000 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10000 DPI.
    18,000 DPI vs 10,000 DPI
  • 25% higher maximum acceleration
    Maximum acceleration
    50 G
    â–² Better than 55% of models
    Market range: <10 G – >50 G
    This mouse has a maximum acceleration of 50 G, while the average mouse has a maximum acceleration of 40 G.
    50 G vs 40 G
  • 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
  • 94 DPI finer step size
    DPI step size
    1 DPI
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <50 DPI – >400 DPI
    This mouse adjusts DPI in 1 DPI steps, while the average mouse adjusts DPI in 95 DPI steps.
    1 DPI vs 95 DPI
  • 4 more programmable buttons
    N. of programmable buttons
    10
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <0 – >9
    This mouse has 10 programmable buttons, while the average mouse has 6 programmable buttons.
    10 vs 6
  • 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
  • 1 more side buttons
    N. of side buttons
    3
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <0 – >3
    This mouse has 3 side buttons, while the average mouse has 2 side buttons.
    3 vs 2
  • Profile switch button
    Profile switching button
    yes
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    This mouse includes a profile switching button, while the average mouse does not. 16% of mice include a profile switching button.
  • 4 more buttons
    N. of buttons
    10
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <4 – >9
    This mouse has 10 buttons, while the average mouse has 6 buttons.
    10 vs 6
  • 21.9 g more tuning weights
    Extra weights
    21.9 g
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <0 g – >25 g
    This mouse comes with 21.9 g of extra weights, while the average mouse comes with 0 g of extra weights.
    21.9 g vs 0 g
  • 3 more RGB zones
    RGB zones
    4
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Market range: <1 – >3
    This mouse has 4 RGB zones, while the average mouse has 1 RGB zones.
    4 vs 1
  • No proprietary 2.4 GHz support
    Proprietary 2.4 GHz support
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This mouse does not support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless, while the average mouse does. 61.3% of mice support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless.
  • 45.1% higher mouse weight
    Weight
    119 g
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <52 g – >125 g
    This mouse weighs 119 g, while the average mouse weighs 82 g.
    119 g vs 82 g
  • No automatic sleep mode
    Auto-sleep
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This mouse does not support auto-sleep, while the average mouse does. 60.5% of mice support auto-sleep.
  • No receiver included
    Receiver included
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
    This mouse does not include a receiver, while the average mouse does. 62.3% of mice include a receiver.
  • 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
  • No battery level indicator
    Battery level indicator
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    This mouse does not include a battery level indicator, while the average mouse does. 59.4% of mice include a battery level indicator.
  • 20 mm wider mouse width
    Width
    86 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
    Market range: <60 mm – >78 mm
    This mouse has a width of 86 mm, while the average mouse has a width of 66 mm.
    86 mm vs 66 mm
  • Limited connectivity
    Connectivity
    wired
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    This mouse supports wired connectivity, while the average mouse supports wireless connectivity.
    connection modes: wired.
    wired vs wireless
  • 2x more expensive
    Corsair Nightsword RGB is more expensive than the average mouse (£70 vs £35).
    £70 vs £35
  • 2 fewer stored DPI steps
    DPI steps stored
    3
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <3 – >6
    This mouse stores 3 DPI steps, while the average mouse stores 5 DPI steps.
    3 vs 5
  • Poor default DPI tuning
    Default DPI
    800 DPI
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    This mouse uses a default DPI of 800 DPI, while the average mouse uses a default DPI of 1000 DPI.
    800 DPI vs 1,000 DPI
  • No proprietary 2.4 GHz support
    Proprietary 2.4 GHz support
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This mouse does not support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless, while the average mouse does. 61.3% of mice support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless.
  • No receiver included
    Receiver included
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
    This mouse does not include a receiver, while the average mouse does. 62.3% of mice include a receiver.
  • Limited connectivity
    Connectivity
    wired
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    This mouse supports wired connectivity, while the average mouse supports wireless connectivity.
    connection modes: wired.
    wired vs wireless
  • No automatic sleep mode
    Auto-sleep
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This mouse does not support auto-sleep, while the average mouse does. 60.5% of mice support auto-sleep.
  • No battery level indicator
    Battery level indicator
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    This mouse does not include a battery level indicator, while the average mouse does. 59.4% of mice include a battery level indicator.
  • 45.1% higher mouse weight
    Weight
    119 g
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <52 g – >125 g
    This mouse weighs 119 g, while the average mouse weighs 82 g.
    119 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
  • 20 mm wider mouse width
    Width
    86 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
    Market range: <60 mm – >78 mm
    This mouse has a width of 86 mm, while the average mouse has a width of 66 mm.
    86 mm vs 66 mm
  • 4.1 mm taller mouse height
    Height
    43.8 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
    Market range: <36 mm – >43 mm
    This mouse has a height of 43.8 mm, while the average mouse has a height of 39.7 mm.
    43.8 mm vs 39.7 mm

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Based on 9,899 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: May 2026 · How we calculate this
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What customers like about Corsair Nightsword RGB?

  • Advanced weight calibration system with real-time center of gravity detection in iCUE software
  • Generous, comfortable thumb rest (often called a 'thumb shelf') for long sessions
  • High-performance PixArt PMW3391 optical sensor with 18,000 DPI adjustable in 1-DPI steps
  • Excellent build quality with ultra-durable Omron switches rated for 50 million clicks
  • Extensive four-zone RGB lighting customization and 10 programmable buttons
  • Ergonomic contoured shape well-suited for palm and claw grips, particularly for large hands

What customers dislike about Corsair Nightsword RGB?

  • Bulky and heavy design (even at its minimum weight of 119g) makes it unsuitable for ultra-light gaming
  • Large physical footprint makes it difficult to use for individuals with small hands
  • Sensor performance can be inconsistent, occasionally overshooting or undershooting during fast movements
  • The textured rubber finish and glossy accents tend to attract dirt and fingerprints
  • Wired-only design with a cable that can sometimes catch on desk supplies
  • Sniper button placement can feel too far forward for some grip styles

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