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GIGABYTE Aire M9 Ice Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price:~£25Connectivity:wirelessMaximum polling rate:125 HzMaximum DPI:2000 DPIWeight:100 g

GIGABYTE Aire M9 Ice Review: Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Mice category and whether it is worth buying.

5.4/10

Overall score

Score
5.4/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
Score components

80%

5.4

Technical score

20%

?

User score

â–¼Worse than 72% of mice
6.8

Value for money

Value for money
6.8/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
Score components

70%

5.4

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–¼Worse than 73%
5.4

Technical score

Technical score
5.4/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
Score components

36%

4.0

Performance & Sensor

22%

7.2

Controls

16%

6.4

Design

14%

2.8

Features

7%

9.6

Connectivity

5%

6.6

Battery & Charging

â–¼Worse than 57%
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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
â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Where to buy
    N/A~ £25
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Technical Specifications of mouse GIGABYTE Aire M9 Ice

Technical score
Technical score
5.4/ 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 57% of models
Score components:

36%

4.0

Performance & Sensor

22%

7.2

Controls

16%

6.4

Design

14%

2.8

Features

7%

9.6

Connectivity

5%

6.6

Battery & Charging

5.4
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–¼ 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
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
GIGABYTE Aire M9 Ice 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
6.8/ 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 73% of models
Score components:

70%

5.4

Overall score

30%

10

Price

6.8
Brand name
Gigabyte
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
AA
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
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
3
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
6
Market range: <0 – >9
This mouse has 6 programmable buttons, which is more than 35.6% of mice and equal to 31.2% 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
right-handed
Weight
100 g
Market range: <52 g – >125 g
This mouse weighs 100 g, which is heavier than 70.5% of mice and equal to 2% 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
N/A
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
?
Firmware upgradable
?
Suitable for gaming
no
This mouse is not suitable for gaming. 76.2% of mice are suitable for gaming.

GIGABYTE Aire M9 Ice vs the average mouse

246810TotalPerformance & SensorConnectivityBattery & ChargingControlsDesignFeatures
  • 1 more side buttons
    This mouse has 3 side buttons, while the average mouse has 2 side buttons.
    3 vs 2
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 1 more side buttons
    This mouse has 3 side buttons, while the average mouse has 2 side buttons.
    3 vs 2
  • 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
  • 22% higher mouse weight
    This mouse weighs 100 g, while the average mouse weighs 82 g.
    100 g vs 82 g
  • 1 fewer onboard profiles
    This mouse supports 0 onboard memory profiles, while the average mouse supports 1 onboard memory profiles.
    0 vs 1
  • 80% lower maximum DPI
    This mouse has a maximum DPI of 2000 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10,000 DPI.
    2,000 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
  • Not suitable for gaming
    This mouse is not suitable for gaming, while the average mouse is. 76.1% of mice are suitable for gaming.
  • 600 DPI higher minimum setting
    This mouse has a minimum DPI of 800 DPI, while the average mouse has a minimum DPI of 200 DPI.
    800 DPI vs 200 DPI
  • 6.38x less popular
    GIGABYTE Aire M9 Ice is less popular than the average mouse (1 vs 6.4).
    1 vs 6.38
  • 6.38x less popular
    GIGABYTE Aire M9 Ice is less popular than the average mouse (1 vs 6.4).
    1 vs 6.38
  • 7.6% worse value for money
    GIGABYTE Aire M9 Ice has worse value for money than the average mouse (6.8 vs 7.3).
    6.8 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
  • 80% lower maximum DPI
    This mouse has a maximum DPI of 2000 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10,000 DPI.
    2,000 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
  • 600 DPI higher minimum setting
    This mouse has a minimum DPI of 800 DPI, while the average mouse has a minimum DPI of 200 DPI.
    800 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.
  • 305 DPI coarser step size
    This mouse has a DPI step size of 400 DPI, while the average mouse has a DPI step size of 95 DPI.
    400 DPI vs 95 DPI
  • 25% lower maximum acceleration
    This mouse has a maximum acceleration of 30 G, while the average mouse has a maximum acceleration of 40 G.
    30 G vs 40 G
  • 1 fewer stored DPI steps
    This mouse stores 4 DPI steps, while the average mouse stores 5 DPI steps.
    4 vs 5
  • 22% higher mouse weight
    This mouse weighs 100 g, while the average mouse weighs 82 g.
    100 g vs 82 g
  • No RGB lighting
    This mouse does not have RGB lighting, while the average mouse does. 56.3% of mice have RGB lighting.
  • 3.3 mm taller mouse height
    This mouse has a height of 43 mm, while the average mouse has a height of 39.7 mm.
    43 mm vs 39.7 mm
  • 9 older release date
    This mouse has a release date of 2012, while the average mouse has a release date of 2021.
    2012 vs 2021
  • 7 mm wider mouse width
    This mouse has a width of 73 mm, while the average mouse has a width of 66 mm.
    73 mm vs 66 mm
  • 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 GIGABYTE Aire M9 Ice

  • Tracks on almost any surface, including glass and ice, thanks to ICE technology
  • Excellent longevity; some users report the mouse still functioning after 8 years
  • Features a physical 4-stage DPI switching button (800/1200/1600/2000 DPI)
  • Includes six programmable buttons that can be customized via software
  • Reliable battery life when using AA batteries, with the option to run on a single battery to save weight
  • Comfortable ergonomic design suitable for mainstream productivity use

What customers don't like about GIGABYTE Aire M9 Ice

  • Poor wireless range; signal can drop if the line of sight to the receiver is blocked
  • Reports of 'jumpy' or stuttering cursor behavior and freezing issues
  • Low polling rate (125Hz) makes it less responsive compared to dedicated gaming mice
  • Larger and heavier build compared to more modern portable or compact wireless mice
  • Software is required for full button customization and simulation of the highest DPI setting
  • Lack of advanced modern features like RGB lighting, rechargeable internal battery, or Bluetooth connectivity

Verdict

The Gigabyte Aire M9 Ice is a right-handed wireless productivity mouse distinguished by GIGABYTE ICE Technology, which uses a laser tracking system to enable operation on virtually any surface, including glass and ice. It features a 4-stage adjustable DPI ranging from 800 to 2000 (native up to 1600), a 125 Hz polling rate, and six programmable buttons including a dedicated DPI switcher and two thumb buttons. Key pros include its exceptional versatility on diverse surfaces, an ergonomic design with rubber grips for comfort, and a long battery life of up to 6,570 hours using removable batteries. Notable cons include its relatively low polling rate compared to gaming models, a lack of rechargeable internal batteries, and reports of limited wireless range if the line of sight to the receiver is obstructed.

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