Cougar Revenger St Review | 78 Data compared

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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£25
  • Avg. price in US: ~$30
  • Connectivity: wired
  • Maximum polling rate: 2000 Hz
  • Maximum DPI: 5000 DPI
  • Weight: 96 g

Cougar Revenger St review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among mice and if it is worth buying.

5.6

Overall score

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 components:

80.0%

5.6

Technical Score

20.0%

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User score

Good
5.6

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the mouse's technical performance, covering key areas such as sensor performance, buttons and features, connectivity, battery life, ergonomics, software, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare mice based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

36.0%

5.9

Performance & Sensor

22.0%

4.9

Controls

16.0%

7.0

Design

14.0%

8.2

Features

7.0%

1.1

Connectivity

5.0%

1.0

Battery & Charging

Good
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User score

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 components:

70.0%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 6.1
    Gaming

    Score components:

    28.0%

    6.9

    Maximum polling rate

    24.0%

    7.8

    N. of programmable buttons

    20.0%

    6.4

    Onboard memory profiles

    16.0%

    2.0

    Maximum tracking speed

    12.0%

    5.9

    Weight

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Verdict

The Cougar Revenger ST is a right-handed ergonomic gaming mouse featuring a PixArt PMW3325 optical sensor with a sensitivity range up to 5,000 DPI and a 2,000Hz hyper-fast polling rate for a 0.5ms response time. Key characteristics include six programmable buttons, 20-million click gaming switches, and three-zone RGB lighting, all weighing in at a balanced 96g with real rubber anti-slip flanks for enhanced grip. Main pros include its comfortable shape suitable for palm and claw grips, highly responsive report rate, and intuitive COUGAR UIX software integration. Available cons include a tracking speed limited to 100 IPS and 20G acceleration, which may fall short for ultra-high-performance competitive play, along with a slightly scratchy glide from its stock feet on certain surfaces.

Technical Specifications of Cougar Revenger St

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the mouse's technical performance, covering key areas such as sensor performance, buttons and features, connectivity, battery life, ergonomics, software, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare mice based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

36.0%

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Performance & Sensor

22.0%

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Controls

16.0%

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Design

14.0%

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Features

7.0%

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Connectivity

5.0%

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Battery & Charging

5.6
Cougar Revenger St has a technical score of 5.6 points, which is lower than that of 51.7% of products in this category.
User score

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 components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
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.
1.0
Cougar Revenger St has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 81.7% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

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 components:

60.0%

5.6

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

6.9
Cougar Revenger St has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.9 points, which is lower than 64.6% of products in this category.
Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

Cougar
Maximum polling rate
What it is: The maximum number of position reports the mouse can send to the computer each second, measured in Hertz (Hz).
When it matters: When you are chasing the lowest possible input delay for competitive play and want the mouse reporting as often as possible.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=1000 Hz

2000 Hz
Cougar Revenger St has a maximum polling rate of 2000 Hz, which is higher than 83% of mice and equal to 1.9% of mice.
Wired polling rate
What it is: The polling rate the mouse reaches when it is connected with a cable.
When it matters: When you mainly use the mouse wired and want maximum responsiveness.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=1000 Hz

2000 Hz
Cougar Revenger St has a wired polling rate of 2000 Hz, which is higher than 90.7% of mice and equal to 1.7% of mice.
2.4 GHz polling rate
What it is: The polling rate available when the mouse is used over a 2.4 GHz wireless connection.
When it matters: When you use the 2.4 GHz receiver and want near-wired performance.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=1000 Hz

N/A
Bluetooth polling rate
What it is: The polling rate available when the mouse is connected through Bluetooth.
When it matters: When you use Bluetooth and want to understand the trade-off in responsiveness.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=125 Hz

0 Hz
Cougar Revenger St has a Bluetooth polling rate of 0 Hz, which is equal to 63% of mice.
no Bluetooth mode.
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Connectivity
What it is: The mouse's high-level connectivity class: wired only, wireless only, or both wired and wireless.
When it matters: When you need to know at a glance whether the mouse is wired, wireless, or flexible enough to support both.

Importance: HIGH

wired
Cougar Revenger St supports wired connectivity, which is less versatile than 65.1% of mice and equal to 34.9% of mice.
connection modes: wired.
Bluetooth support
What it is: Shows whether the mouse can connect over Bluetooth instead of relying only on a wired link or proprietary USB receiver.
When it matters: When you want a dongle-free connection option for laptops, tablets, or devices with limited USB ports.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Cougar Revenger St does not support Bluetooth. 35.6% of mice support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
What it is: The Bluetooth standard version supported by the mouse for wireless connectivity and compatibility.
When it matters: When you care about Bluetooth compatibility, efficiency, and connection quality.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=5.1

N/A
Proprietary 2.4 GHz support
What it is: Shows whether the mouse supports the brand's dedicated 2.4 GHz wireless system rather than relying only on Bluetooth.
When it matters: When you want the brand's fast low-latency wireless mode instead of depending only on Bluetooth performance.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Cougar Revenger St does not support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless. 61.6% of mice support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless.
Receiver included
What it is: Shows whether a compatible wireless receiver is included in the box instead of needing to be bought separately.
When it matters: When you expect full wireless use immediately and do not want to buy extra accessories just to get started.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Cougar Revenger St does not include a receiver. 62.5% of mice include a receiver.
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Battery life
What it is: The operating time the mouse can deliver on a full charge or a fresh set of batteries under normal use.
When it matters: When the mouse needs to last through workdays, travel, or repeated gaming sessions without constant charging.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >400 hours

N/A
Battery capacity
What it is: The amount of energy the built-in battery can store, measured in milliampere-hours (mAh).
When it matters: When you want rough battery context behind the runtime claim instead of judging endurance from marketing hours alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=500 mAh

N/A
Battery form factor
What it is: The battery format used by the mouse, such as AA, AAA, integrated rechargeable cell, or another form.
When it matters: When you care whether the mouse uses easy-to-replace AA or AAA cells or a sealed rechargeable pack.

Importance: LOW

N/A
Rechargeable battery
What it is: Shows whether the mouse uses a rechargeable battery instead of relying only on disposable cells.
When it matters: When you prefer topping the mouse up over USB or a dock instead of buying disposable batteries repeatedly.

Importance: HIGH

no
Cougar Revenger St does not use a rechargeable battery. 46% of mice use a rechargeable battery.
Removable battery
What it is: Shows whether the battery can be removed and replaced by the user instead of being sealed inside the mouse.
When it matters: When long-term serviceability matters and you would rather replace the battery than replace the whole mouse later.

Importance: LOW

no
Cougar Revenger St does not use a removable battery. 22.3% of mice use a removable battery.
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N. of buttons
What it is: The total number of physical buttons available on the mouse body.
When it matters: When you need enough physical controls for shortcuts, MMO binds, browser actions, or productivity commands.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=7

6
Cougar Revenger St has 6 buttons, which is more than 23.2% of mice and equal to 40.1% of mice.
N. of side buttons
What it is: The number of buttons placed on the side of the mouse, typically for thumb access.
When it matters: When thumb-access buttons matter for browser navigation, MMOs, or productivity shortcuts.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=2

2
Cougar Revenger St has 2 side buttons, which is more than 15.1% of mice and equal to 68.4% of mice.
N. of programmable buttons
What it is: The number of mouse buttons that can be customized or reassigned through software or onboard settings.
When it matters: When remapping flexibility matters and you want more actions moved off the keyboard.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=7

6
Cougar Revenger St has 6 programmable buttons, which is more than 36.4% of mice and equal to 31.3% of mice.
DPI switching button
What it is: Shows whether the mouse includes a dedicated control for changing DPI levels on the fly.
When it matters: When you want to swap sensitivity instantly for sniping, browsing, editing, or different game genres.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Cougar Revenger St includes a DPI switching button. 14.7% of mice include a DPI switching button.
Profile switching button
What it is: Shows whether the mouse includes a dedicated control for changing onboard or saved profiles during use.
When it matters: When you switch between saved profiles for different games or work routines.

Importance: LOW

no
Cougar Revenger St does not include a profile switching button. 16.8% of mice include a profile switching button.
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Orientation
What it is: The hand orientation the mouse is designed for, such as right-handed, left-handed, or ambidextrous use.
When it matters: When hand comfort matters and you need a shape that fits your grip and dominant hand.

Importance: HIGH

right-handed
Weight
What it is: The overall weight of the mouse itself, which influences portability, comfort, and movement feel.
When it matters: When you care about how light or substantial the mouse feels during long sessions.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <100 g

96 g
Cougar Revenger St weighs 96 g, which is heavier than 65% of mice and equal to 1.2% of mice.
Without cable.
Extra weights
What it is: The total weight of removable extra weights included for tuning the balance or feel of the mouse.
When it matters: When you care about tuning balance and overall heft instead of being locked into the stock feel.

Importance: LOW

0 g
Cougar Revenger St comes with 0 g of extra weights, which is equal to 95.4% of mice.
Cable length
What it is: The length of the supplied cable used for wired operation or charging, usually measured in meters.
When it matters: When you need enough cable reach across your desk or charging setup.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=1.8 m

1.8 m
Cougar Revenger St comes with a 1.8 m cable, which is longer than 18.9% of mice and equal to 64.5% of mice.
Cable type
What it is: The construction style of the cable, such as braided, rubber, or paracord, which affects flexibility and durability.
When it matters: When cable drag, flexibility, and durability affect how the mouse feels in use.

Importance: LOW

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Onboard memory profiles
What it is: The number of user profiles that can be stored directly in the mouse memory for use without reconfiguring software each time.
When it matters: When you use different games, apps, or devices and want settings saved directly on the mouse.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=3

3
Cougar Revenger St stores 3 onboard profiles, which is more than 69.5% of mice and equal to 8.3% of mice.
Onboard memory size
What it is: The amount of onboard memory available inside the mouse for storing settings, macros, or profiles.
When it matters: When you store complex macros, settings, or several onboard profiles.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=512 KB

512 KB
Cougar Revenger St has 512 KB of onboard memory, which is larger than 94% of mice and equal to 5.5% of mice.
Software name
What it is: The name of the official software used to configure the mouse, update firmware, or customize features.
When it matters: When software ecosystem and customization tools influence your buying decision.

Importance: LOW

COUGAR UIX System
Firmware upgradable
What it is: Shows whether the mouse can receive firmware updates for fixes, compatibility improvements, or feature changes.
When it matters: When you want the option for later fixes, stability improvements, or performance tweaks after purchase.

Importance: LOW

yes
Cougar Revenger St supports firmware updates. 27.3% of mice support firmware updates.
Suitable for gaming
What it is: Shows whether the mouse is positioned or tuned around gaming-focused speed, latency, and control features.
When it matters: When fast clicks, low latency, and gaming-oriented features are priorities.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Cougar Revenger St is suitable for gaming. 24.3% of mice are suitable for gaming.

Cougar Revenger St vs the average mouse

  • 2x higher maximum polling rate
    Cougar Revenger St has a maximum polling rate of 2,000 Hz, while the average mouse has a maximum polling rate of 1,000 Hz.
    What it is: The maximum number of position reports the mouse can send to the computer each second, measured in Hertz (Hz).
    When it matters: When you are chasing the lowest possible input delay for competitive play and want the mouse reporting as often as possible.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=1000 Hz

    Cougar Revenger St has a maximum polling rate of 2,000 Hz, while the average mouse has a maximum polling rate of 1,000 Hz.2000 Hz vs 1000 Hz
  • 2x higher wired polling rate
    Cougar Revenger St has a wired polling rate of 2,000 Hz, while the average mouse has a wired polling rate of 1,000 Hz.
    What it is: The polling rate the mouse reaches when it is connected with a cable.
    When it matters: When you mainly use the mouse wired and want maximum responsiveness.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=1000 Hz

    Cougar Revenger St has a wired polling rate of 2,000 Hz, while the average mouse has a wired polling rate of 1,000 Hz.2000 Hz vs 1000 Hz
  • 2 more onboard profiles
    Cougar Revenger St stores 3 onboard profiles, while the average mouse stores 1 onboard profiles.
    What it is: The number of user profiles that can be stored directly in the mouse memory for use without reconfiguring software each time.
    When it matters: When you use different games, apps, or devices and want settings saved directly on the mouse.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=3

    Cougar Revenger St stores 3 onboard profiles, while the average mouse stores 1 onboard profiles.3 vs 1
  • 2 more RGB zones
    Cougar Revenger St has 3 RGB zones, while the average mouse has 1 RGB zones.
    What it is: The number of separately controllable RGB lighting areas on the mouse.
    When it matters: When you care how much lighting control you actually get instead of treating RGB as a simple yes-or-no feature.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=2

    Cougar Revenger St has 3 RGB zones, while the average mouse has 1 RGB zones.3 vs 1
  • 100 DPI lower minimum setting
    Cougar Revenger St goes as low as 100 DPI DPI, while the average mouse goes as low as 200 DPI DPI.
    What it is: The lowest sensitivity setting supported by the mouse sensor, measured in dots per inch (DPI).
    When it matters: When you prefer very low sensitivity for precision aiming or detailed work.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <=800 DPI

    Cougar Revenger St goes as low as 100 DPI DPI, while the average mouse goes as low as 200 DPI DPI.100 DPI vs 200 DPI
  • 2x higher maximum polling rate
    Cougar Revenger St has a maximum polling rate of 2,000 Hz, while the average mouse has a maximum polling rate of 1,000 Hz.
  • 2x higher wired polling rate
    Cougar Revenger St has a wired polling rate of 2,000 Hz, while the average mouse has a wired polling rate of 1,000 Hz.
  • 100 DPI lower minimum setting
    Cougar Revenger St goes as low as 100 DPI DPI, while the average mouse goes as low as 200 DPI DPI.
  • 2 more RGB zones
    Cougar Revenger St has 3 RGB zones, while the average mouse has 1 RGB zones.
  • 2 more onboard profiles
    Cougar Revenger St stores 3 onboard profiles, while the average mouse stores 1 onboard profiles.
  • 75% lower tracking speed
    Cougar Revenger St has a maximum tracking speed of 100 IPS, while the average mouse has a maximum tracking speed of 400 IPS.
  • 50% lower maximum DPI
    Cougar Revenger St has a maximum DPI of 5,000 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10,000 DPI.
  • 50% lower maximum acceleration
    Cougar Revenger St has a maximum acceleration of 20 G, while the average mouse has a maximum acceleration of 40 G.
  • Poor default DPI tuning
    Cougar Revenger St uses a default DPI of 800 DPI, while the average mouse uses a default DPI of 1,000 DPI.
  • 1 fewer stored DPI steps
    Cougar Revenger St stores 4 DPI steps, while the average mouse stores 5 DPI steps.
  • No proprietary 2.4 GHz support
    Cougar Revenger St does not support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless, while the average mouse does. 61.5% of mice support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless.
  • No receiver included
    Cougar Revenger St does not include a receiver, while the average mouse does. 62.4% of mice include a receiver.
  • Limited connectivity
    Cougar Revenger St supports wired connectivity, while the average mouse supports wireless connectivity.
    connection modes: wired.
  • No automatic sleep mode
    Cougar Revenger St does not support auto-sleep, while the average mouse does. 63.2% of mice support auto-sleep.
  • No battery level indicator
    Cougar Revenger St does not include a battery level indicator, while the average mouse does. 59.2% of mice include a battery level indicator.
  • 10 million clicks shorter switch lifespan
    Cougar Revenger St has a switch durability of 20 million clicks, while the average mouse has a switch durability of 30 million clicks.
  • 16% higher mouse weight
    Cougar Revenger St weighs 96 g, while the average mouse weighs 82.745 g.
    Without cable.
  • 3.3 mm taller mouse height
    Cougar Revenger St has a height of 43 mm, while the average mouse has a height of 39.7 mm.
  • No proprietary 2.4 GHz support
    Cougar Revenger St does not support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless, while the average mouse does. 61.5% of mice support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless.
    What it is: Shows whether the mouse supports the brand's dedicated 2.4 GHz wireless system rather than relying only on Bluetooth.
    When it matters: When you want the brand's fast low-latency wireless mode instead of depending only on Bluetooth performance.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Cougar Revenger St does not support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless, while the average mouse does. 61.5% of mice support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless.
  • 75% lower tracking speed
    Cougar Revenger St has a maximum tracking speed of 100 IPS, while the average mouse has a maximum tracking speed of 400 IPS.
    What it is: The highest movement speed the sensor can track accurately before it starts losing precision, usually expressed in inches per second (IPS).
    When it matters: When you make very fast swipes and do not want the sensor to lose tracking.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=400 IPS

    Cougar Revenger St has a maximum tracking speed of 100 IPS, while the average mouse has a maximum tracking speed of 400 IPS.100 IPS vs 400 IPS
  • No automatic sleep mode
    Cougar Revenger St does not support auto-sleep, while the average mouse does. 63.2% of mice support auto-sleep.
    What it is: Shows whether the mouse automatically enters a low-power state after inactivity to reduce battery drain.
    When it matters: When battery life matters but you do not want to remember to power the mouse down every time you step away.

    Importance: LOW

    Cougar Revenger St does not support auto-sleep, while the average mouse does. 63.2% of mice support auto-sleep.
  • No receiver included
    Cougar Revenger St does not include a receiver, while the average mouse does. 62.4% of mice include a receiver.
    What it is: Shows whether a compatible wireless receiver is included in the box instead of needing to be bought separately.
    When it matters: When you expect full wireless use immediately and do not want to buy extra accessories just to get started.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Cougar Revenger St does not include a receiver, while the average mouse does. 62.4% of mice include a receiver.
  • 16% higher mouse weight
    Cougar Revenger St weighs 96 g, while the average mouse weighs 82.745 g.
    Without cable.
    What it is: The overall weight of the mouse itself, which influences portability, comfort, and movement feel.
    When it matters: When you care about how light or substantial the mouse feels during long sessions.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: <100 g

    Cougar Revenger St weighs 96 g, while the average mouse weighs 82.745 g.96 g vs 82.745 g
  • 10 million clicks shorter switch lifespan
    Cougar Revenger St has a switch durability of 20 million clicks, while the average mouse has a switch durability of 30 million clicks.
    What it is: The rated click lifespan of the primary switches, usually expressed in millions of clicks.
    When it matters: When heavy clicking, long-term reliability, and avoiding early switch failure are part of the buying decision.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=70 million clicks

    Cougar Revenger St 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
  • 50% lower maximum DPI
    Cougar Revenger St has a maximum DPI of 5,000 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10,000 DPI.
    What it is: The highest sensitivity setting supported by the mouse sensor, measured in dots per inch (DPI).
    When it matters: When extremely high sensitivity is part of your setup, even if it matters less than sensor quality for most users.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=18000 DPI

    Cougar Revenger St has a maximum DPI of 5,000 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10,000 DPI.5000 DPI vs 10000 DPI
  • 50% lower maximum acceleration
    Cougar Revenger St has a maximum acceleration of 20 G, while the average mouse has a maximum acceleration of 40 G.
    What it is: The highest acceleration the mouse sensor can handle without tracking errors, typically measured in G.
    When it matters: When you flick the mouse aggressively and need the sensor to stay accurate.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=50 G

    Cougar Revenger St has a maximum acceleration of 20 G, while the average mouse has a maximum acceleration of 40 G.20 G vs 40 G

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What customers like about Cougar Revenger St?

  • Excellent value for the price as a budget gaming mouse
  • Ergonomic right-handed shape that is comfortable for palm and claw grips
  • Onboard memory (512KB) allows saving settings directly to the mouse
  • High 2000Hz polling rate for increased responsiveness
  • Rubberized side grips provide a secure and comfortable hold
  • Customizable 3-zone RGB lighting with bright, vivid colors
  • Intuitive Cougar UIX software for DPI and button mapping

What customers dislike about Cougar Revenger St?

  • Mouse feet can produce a slight scratchy sound or drag on certain pads
  • Uses the entry-level PixArt PMW3325 sensor rather than high-end variants
  • The 1.8m rubber cable is durable but lacks flexibility
  • Bulky design makes it less suitable for travel or small hands
  • Weight (96g) is higher than many modern ultra-light gaming mice
  • Right-handed only design is not suitable for left-handed users
  • Scroll wheel notches are not as pronounced as some prefer for gaming

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