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Genius Ergo 8300S Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price:~£20Connectivity:wirelessMaximum polling rate:125 HzMaximum DPI:1600 DPIWeight:83 g

Genius Ergo 8300S Review: Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Mice category and whether it is worth buying.

5.0/10

Overall score

Score
5.0/ 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
▼ Worse than 82% of models
Score components

80%

5.0

Technical score

20%

?

User score

▼Worse than 82% of mice
6.5

Value for money

Value for money
6.5/ 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
▼ Worse than 85% of models
Score components

70%

5.0

Overall score

30%

10

Price

▼Worse than 85%
5.0

Technical score

Technical score
5.0/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 66% of models
Score components

36%

3.9

Performance & Sensor

22%

5.0

Controls

16%

7.5

Design

14%

2.8

Features

7%

9.6

Connectivity

5%

5.4

Battery & Charging

▼Worse than 66%
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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
▼ Worse than 62% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Where to buy
    N/A~ £20
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Technical Specifications of mouse Genius Ergo 8300S

Technical score
Technical score
5.0/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 66% of models
Score components:

36%

3.9

Performance & Sensor

22%

5.0

Controls

16%

7.5

Design

14%

2.8

Features

7%

9.6

Connectivity

5%

5.4

Battery & Charging

5.0
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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 62% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 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
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Genius Ergo 8300S has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than that of 83.8% of products in this category.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
6.5/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 85% of models
Score components:

70%

5.0

Overall score

30%

10

Price

6.5
Brand name
Genius
Maximum polling rate
125 Hz
Market range: <125 Hz – >8k Hz
This mouse has a maximum polling rate of 125 Hz, which is lower than 75.8% of mice and equal to 23.9% of mice.
Wired polling rate
N/A
2.4 GHz polling rate
125 Hz
Market range: <125 Hz – >8k Hz
This mouse has a 2.4 GHz polling rate of 125 Hz, which is lower than 71.1% of mice and equal to 28.8% 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
This mouse supports wireless connectivity, which is more versatile than 35% of mice and equal to 21.7% of mice.
connection modes: 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
N/A
Battery capacity
N/A
Battery form factor
AAA
Rechargeable battery
no
This mouse does not use a rechargeable battery. 46% of mice use a rechargeable battery.
Removable battery
yes
This mouse uses a removable battery. 77.8% of mice use a removable battery.
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N. of buttons
7
Market range: <4 – >9
This mouse has 7 buttons, which is more than 63.3% of mice and equal to 15.1% 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
?
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 g
Market range: <52 g – >125 g
This mouse weighs 83 g, which is heavier than 50.4% of mice and equal to 0.4% 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
1.5 m
Market range: <1.5 m – >2 m
This mouse has a cable length of 1.5 m, which is less than 87.2% of mice and equal to 8.3% 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
SmartGenius
Firmware upgradable
?
Suitable for gaming
no
This mouse is not suitable for gaming. 76.2% of mice are suitable for gaming.

Genius Ergo 8300S 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.
  • Vertical design
    This mouse uses a vertical design, while the average mouse does not. 2.7% of mice use a vertical design.
  • Removable battery
    This mouse uses a removable battery, while the average mouse does not. 22.3% of mice use a removable battery.
  • 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 newer release date
    This mouse was released in 2024, while the average mouse was released in 2021.
    February 2024
    2024 vs 2021
  • 75% cheaper
    Genius Ergo 8300S is cheaper than the average mouse (£20 vs £35).
    £20 vs £35
  • 75% cheaper
    Genius Ergo 8300S is cheaper than the average mouse (£20 vs £35).
    £20 vs £35
  • 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.
  • Removable battery
    This mouse uses a removable battery, while the average mouse does not. 22.3% of mice use a removable battery.
  • Silent primary switches
    This mouse uses silent primary switches, while the average mouse does not. 14.1% of mice use silent primary switches.
  • Vertical design
    This mouse uses a vertical design, while the average mouse does not. 2.7% of mice use a vertical design.
  • 3 newer release date
    This mouse was released in 2024, while the average mouse was released in 2021.
    February 2024
    2024 vs 2021
  • 87.5% lower maximum polling rate
    This mouse has a maximum polling rate of 125 Hz, while the average mouse has a maximum polling rate of 1,000 Hz.
    125 Hz vs 1,000 Hz
  • 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
  • 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
  • 1 fewer onboard profiles
    This mouse supports 0 onboard memory profiles, while the average mouse supports 1 onboard memory profiles.
    0 vs 1
  • 87.5% lower 2.4 GHz polling rate
    This mouse has a 2.4 GHz polling rate of 125 Hz, while the average mouse has a 2.4 GHz polling rate of 1,000 Hz.
    125 Hz vs 1,000 Hz
  • Not suitable for gaming
    This mouse is not suitable for gaming, while the average mouse is. 76.1% of mice are suitable for gaming.
  • 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
  • 6.38x less popular
    Genius Ergo 8300S is less popular than the average mouse (1 vs 6.4).
    1 vs 6.38
  • 6.38x less popular
    Genius Ergo 8300S is less popular than the average mouse (1 vs 6.4).
    1 vs 6.38
  • 11.9% worse value for money
    Genius Ergo 8300S has worse value for money than the average mouse (6.53 vs 7.3).
    6.53 vs 7.31
  • 87.5% lower maximum polling rate
    This mouse has a maximum polling rate of 125 Hz, while the average mouse has a maximum polling rate of 1,000 Hz.
    125 Hz vs 1,000 Hz
  • 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
  • 87.5% lower 2.4 GHz polling rate
    This mouse has a 2.4 GHz polling rate of 125 Hz, while the average mouse has a 2.4 GHz polling rate of 1,000 Hz.
    125 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
  • 2 fewer stored DPI steps
    This mouse stores 3 DPI steps, while the average mouse stores 5 DPI steps.
    3 vs 5
  • 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
  • No RGB lighting
    This mouse does not have RGB lighting, while the average mouse does. 56.3% of mice have RGB lighting.
  • 13 mm wider mouse width
    This mouse has a width of 79 mm, while the average mouse has a width of 66 mm.
    79 mm vs 66 mm
  • 0.3 m shorter cable
    This mouse has a cable length of 1.5 m, while the average mouse has a cable length of 1.8 m.
    1.5 m vs 1.8 m
  • 1 fewer onboard profiles
    This mouse supports 0 onboard memory profiles, while the average mouse supports 1 onboard memory profiles.
    0 vs 1
  • Not suitable for gaming
    This mouse is not suitable for gaming, while the average mouse is. 76.1% of mice are suitable for gaming.

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What customers like about Genius Ergo 8300S

  • Ergonomic 46° natural posture design that helps reduce muscle strain in the forearm and shoulder
  • Silent switch design providing quiet clicks, ideal for quiet environments
  • Exceptionally long battery life, rated for up to 8760 hours (approx. 1 year)
  • Lightweight build (83g) compared to many other vertical or ergonomic mice
  • Seven buttons including dedicated DPI switching (1000/1200/1600) and side navigation buttons
  • Includes a hidden receiver slot for convenient storage of the USB dongle
  • Smooth gliding on mouse pads and stable wireless connection up to 10 metres

What customers don't like about Genius Ergo 8300S

  • Lacks a rechargeable battery; requires 2x AAA batteries for operation
  • Lower maximum DPI (1600) compared to competitors, which may be insufficient for high-resolution gaming
  • The rounded vertical shape may feel less comfortable or premium to some users compared to other ergonomic models like the Ergo 8250S
  • No Bluetooth support; limited to 2.4GHz wireless connection only
  • Does not support profile switching or advanced on-board memory for custom button configurations
  • Low polling rate (125Hz) makes it less responsive for fast-paced gaming tasks
  • Missing advanced features like a tilting scroll wheel or thumb scroll wheel

Verdict

The Genius Ergo 8300S is a wireless vertical ergonomic mouse designed with a 46° natural palm inclination and a large thumb rest to reduce muscle strain and fatigue. Key specifications include a stable 2.4GHz wireless connection with a 10-meter range, an optical sensor with adjustable DPI settings (1000, 1200, and 1600), and seven buttons including dedicated forward, backward, and DPI switch keys. Main pros include its silent-click switch design for quiet operation, balanced 83g lightweight build, and an impressive battery life of up to 8,760 hours powered by two AAA batteries. Potential cons include its right-hand only orientation, lack of a rechargeable battery, and reports that the side buttons may not be as silent as the primary clicks.

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