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Cougar Minos X2 Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price:~£9Connectivity:wiredMaximum polling rate:1000 HzMaximum DPI:3000 DPIWeight:94 g

Cougar Minos X2 Review: Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Mice category and whether it is worth buying.

Cougar Minos X2
4.4/10

Overall score

Score
4.4/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components

80%

3.6

Technical score

20%

8.0

User score

â–¼Worse than 93% of mice
6.1

Value for money

Value for money
6.1/ 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 94% of models
Score components

70%

4.4

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–¼Worse than 94%
3.6

Technical score

Technical score
3.6/ 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 96% of models
Score components

36%

4.5

Performance & Sensor

22%

2.6

Controls

16%

6.2

Design

14%

1.9

Features

7%

1.1

Connectivity

5%

1.0

Battery & Charging

â–¼Worse than 96%
8.0

User score

User score
8.0/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 55% of models
Score components

70%

8.9

User ratings

30%

5.9

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 55%
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Technical Specifications of mouse Cougar Minos X2

Technical score
Technical score
3.6/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
Score components:

36%

4.5

Performance & Sensor

22%

2.6

Controls

16%

6.2

Design

14%

1.9

Features

7%

1.1

Connectivity

5%

1.0

Battery & Charging

3.6
User score
User score
8.0/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 55% of models
Score components

70%

8.9

User ratings

30%

5.9

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.0
Popularity
Popularity
5.9/ 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–¼ Worse than 55% of models
Popularity:
Cougar Minos X2 has a popularity score of 5.9 points, which is lower than that of 54.4% of products in this category.
5.9
Value for money
Value for money
6.1/ 10
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
Score components:

70%

4.4

Overall score

30%

10

Price

6.1
Brand name
Cougar
Maximum polling rate
1,000 Hz
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
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
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.
wired only.
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Connectivity
wired
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
This mouse does not support Bluetooth. 35.6% of mice support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
N/A
Proprietary 2.4 GHz support
no
This mouse does not support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless. 61.3% of mice support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless.
Receiver included
no
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
This mouse does not use a rechargeable battery. 46% 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
6
Market range: <4 – >9
This mouse has 6 buttons, which is more than 23.2% of mice and equal to 40% of mice.
N. of side buttons
2
Market range: <0 – >3
This mouse has 2 side buttons, which is more than 15% of mice and equal to 68.6% of mice.
N. of programmable buttons
0
Market range: <0 – >9
This mouse has 0 programmable buttons, which is less than 83.4% of mice and equal to 16.7% of mice.
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
ambidextrous
Weight
94 g
Market range: <52 g – >125 g
This mouse weighs 94 g, which is heavier than 63% of mice and equal to 0.3% 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
rubber
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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
N/A
Firmware upgradable
no
This mouse does not support firmware upgrades. 77.7% of mice support firmware upgrades.
Suitable for gaming
yes
This mouse is suitable for gaming. 23.9% of mice are suitable for gaming.

Cougar Minos X2 vs the average mouse

246810TotalPerformance & SensorConnectivityBattery & ChargingControlsDesignFeatures
  • 2 more RGB zones
    This mouse has 3 RGB zones, while the average mouse has 1 RGB zones.
    3 vs 1
  • 3.89x cheaper
    Cougar Minos X2 is cheaper than the average mouse (£9 vs £35).
    £9 vs £35
  • 3.89x cheaper
    Cougar Minos X2 is cheaper than the average mouse (£9 vs £35).
    £9 vs £35
  • 2 more RGB zones
    This mouse has 3 RGB zones, while the average mouse has 1 RGB zones.
    3 vs 1
  • No proprietary 2.4 GHz support
    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.
  • 6 fewer programmable buttons
    This mouse has 0 programmable buttons, while the average mouse has 6 programmable buttons.
    0 vs 6
  • No firmware upgrades
    This mouse does not support firmware upgrades, while the average mouse does. 77.6% of mice support firmware upgrades.
  • 85% lower tracking speed
    This mouse has a maximum tracking speed of 60 IPS, while the average mouse has a maximum tracking speed of 400 IPS.
    60 IPS vs 400 IPS
  • 1 fewer onboard profiles
    This mouse supports 0 onboard memory profiles, while the average mouse supports 1 onboard memory profiles.
    0 vs 1
  • No automatic sleep mode
    This mouse does not support auto-sleep, while the average mouse does. 60.5% of mice support auto-sleep.
  • No receiver included
    This mouse does not include a receiver, while the average mouse does. 62.3% of mice include a receiver.
  • 70% lower maximum DPI
    This mouse has a maximum DPI of 3,000 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10,000 DPI.
    3,000 DPI vs 10,000 DPI
  • 19.6% worse value for money
    Cougar Minos X2 has worse value for money than the average mouse (6.11 vs 7.3).
    6.11 vs 7.31
  • 85% lower tracking speed
    This mouse has a maximum tracking speed of 60 IPS, while the average mouse has a maximum tracking speed of 400 IPS.
    60 IPS vs 400 IPS
  • 70% lower maximum DPI
    This mouse has a maximum DPI of 3,000 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10,000 DPI.
    3,000 DPI vs 10,000 DPI
  • 50% lower maximum acceleration
    This mouse has a maximum acceleration of 20 G, while the average mouse has a maximum acceleration of 40 G.
    20 G vs 40 G
  • 300 DPI higher minimum setting
    This mouse has a minimum DPI of 500 DPI, while the average mouse has a minimum DPI of 200 DPI.
    500 DPI vs 200 DPI
  • No angle snapping support
    This mouse does not support angle snapping, while the average mouse does. 54.4% of mice support angle snapping.
  • 405 DPI coarser step size
    This mouse has a DPI step size of 500 DPI, while the average mouse has a DPI step size of 95 DPI.
    500 DPI vs 95 DPI
  • No proprietary 2.4 GHz support
    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
    This mouse does not include a receiver, while the average mouse does. 62.3% of mice include a receiver.
  • Limited connectivity
    This mouse supports wired connectivity, while the average mouse supports wireless connectivity.
    connection modes: wired.
    wired vs wireless
  • No automatic sleep mode
    This mouse does not support auto-sleep, while the average mouse does. 60.5% of mice support auto-sleep.
  • No battery level indicator
    This mouse does not include a battery level indicator, while the average mouse does. 59.4% of mice include a battery level indicator.
  • 6 fewer programmable buttons
    This mouse has 0 programmable buttons, while the average mouse has 6 programmable buttons.
    0 vs 6
  • 10 million clicks shorter switch lifespan
    This mouse has a switch durability of 20 million clicks, while the average mouse has a switch durability of 30 million clicks.
    20 million clicks vs 30 million clicks
  • 14.6% higher mouse weight
    This mouse weighs 94 g, while the average mouse weighs 82 g.
    94 g vs 82 g
  • 4 older release date
    This mouse has a release date of 2017, while the average mouse has a release date of 2021.
    2017 vs 2021
  • No firmware upgrades
    This mouse does not support firmware upgrades, while the average mouse does. 77.6% of mice support firmware upgrades.
  • 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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Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: May 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Cougar Minos X2

  • Affordable entry-level price point for beginner gamers
  • Comfortable ergonomic design suitable for claw and fingertip grips
  • Reliable Omron micro switches rated for 20 million clicks
  • Plug-and-play functionality requires no driver installation
  • Attractive three-zone backlight aesthetics
  • On-the-fly DPI switching with a dedicated physical button

What customers don't like about Cougar Minos X2

  • Uses an older ADNS-3050 sensor which some users consider 'trash' for high-level competitive play
  • Reports of technical issues such as the left click double-clicking or hanging
  • Side grips can become slippery when hands are sweating
  • Fixed DPI steps (500/1000/1500/2000/3000) offer less customization than software-driven mice
  • Potential for faulty scroll wheel after short-term use
  • Relatively heavy at 94g compared to more modern ultra-lightweight budget mice

Verdict

The Cougar Minos X2 is a budget-oriented, plug-and-play optical gaming mouse featuring the ADNS-3050 sensor with five on-the-fly DPI presets ranging from 500 to 3,000 and an adjustable polling rate of up to 1,000 Hz. Built for durability, it is equipped with OMRON micro switches rated for 20 million clicks and a three-zone LED backlight for enhanced aesthetics. Its main pros include an ergonomic ambidextrous shape suitable for various grip styles, anti-slip hexagonal side flanks for better control, and a driver-free setup that ensures immediate compatibility with PC platforms. However, notable cons include its relatively modest maximum resolution of 3,000 DPI compared to modern competitors and a fixed 94g weight that lacks customisation options for users who prefer lighter or adjustable mice.

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