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GIGABYTE Aire M93 Ice Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price:~£60Connectivity:wireless+wiredMaximum polling rate:125 HzMaximum DPI:2000 DPIWeight:90 g

GIGABYTE Aire M93 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.

GIGABYTE Aire M93 Ice
5.4/10

Overall score

Score
5.4/ 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
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Score components

80%

5.4

Technical score

20%

5.5

User score

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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.
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Score components

70%

5.4

Overall score

30%

10

Price

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5.4

Technical score

Technical score
5.4/ 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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Score components

36%

3.7

Performance & Sensor

22%

7.6

Controls

16%

6.9

Design

14%

1.0

Features

7%

9.7

Connectivity

5%

8.6

Battery & Charging

â–¼Worse than 59%
5.5

User score

User score
5.5/ 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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Score components

70%

6.3

User ratings

30%

3.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
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Technical Specifications of mouse GIGABYTE Aire M93 Ice

Technical score
Technical score
5.4/ 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
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Score distribution
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Score components:

36%

3.7

Performance & Sensor

22%

7.6

Controls

16%

6.9

Design

14%

1.0

Features

7%

9.7

Connectivity

5%

8.6

Battery & Charging

5.4
User score
User score
5.5/ 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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Score components

70%

6.3

User ratings

30%

3.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
5.5
Popularity
Popularity
3.5/ 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.
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Popularity:
GIGABYTE Aire M93 Ice has a popularity score of 3.5 points, which is lower than that of 75.4% of products in this category.
3.5
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
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Score components:

70%

5.4

Overall score

30%

10

Price

6.8
Brand name
Gigabyte
Maximum polling rate
125 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
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
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
wireless+wired
This mouse supports wireless+wired connectivity, which is more versatile than 56.8% of mice and equal to 43.3% of mice.
connection modes: wired / 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
?
Battery capacity
N/A
Battery form factor
AA
Rechargeable battery
yes
This mouse uses a rechargeable battery. 54.2% 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
This mouse has 7 buttons, which is more than 63.3% of mice and equal to 15.1% of mice.
N. of side buttons
4
This mouse has 4 side buttons, which is more than 92.5% of mice and equal to 4.6% of mice.
N. of programmable buttons
7
This mouse has 7 programmable buttons, which is more than 66.9% of mice and equal to 12.7% 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
right-handed
Weight
90 g
This mouse weighs 90 g, which is heavier than 58.8% of mice and equal to 1.3% of mice.
Extra weights
0 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
?
Cable type
?
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Onboard memory profiles
0
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
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
no
This mouse does not support firmware upgrades. 77.7% of mice support firmware upgrades.
Suitable for gaming
no
This mouse is not suitable for gaming. 76.2% of mice are suitable for gaming.

GIGABYTE Aire M93 Ice vs the average mouse

246810TotalPerformance & SensorConnectivityBattery & ChargingControlsDesignFeatures
  • 1 more programmable buttons
    This mouse has 7 programmable buttons, while the average mouse has 6 programmable buttons.
    7 vs 6
  • Usable while charging
    This mouse can be used while charging, while the average mouse cannot. 47.5% of mice can be used while charging.
  • 2 more side buttons
    This mouse has 4 side buttons, while the average mouse has 2 side buttons.
    4 vs 2
  • Tilting scroll wheel
    This mouse has a tilting scroll wheel, while the average mouse does not. 6.6% of mice have a tilting scroll wheel.
  • Removable battery
    This mouse uses a removable battery, while the average mouse does not. 22.3% of mice use a removable battery.
  • Rechargeable battery
    This mouse uses a rechargeable battery, while the average mouse does not. 45.9% of mice use a rechargeable battery.
  • Versatile connectivity
    This mouse supports wireless+wired connectivity, while the average mouse supports wireless connectivity.
    connection modes: wired / 2.4 GHz.
    wireless+wired vs wireless
  • 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.
  • Versatile connectivity
    This mouse supports wireless+wired connectivity, while the average mouse supports wireless connectivity.
    connection modes: wired / 2.4 GHz.
    wireless+wired vs wireless
  • 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.
  • Usable while charging
    This mouse can be used while charging, while the average mouse cannot. 47.5% of mice can be used while charging.
  • Removable battery
    This mouse uses a removable battery, while the average mouse does not. 22.3% of mice use a removable battery.
  • Rechargeable battery
    This mouse uses a rechargeable battery, while the average mouse does not. 45.9% of mice use a rechargeable battery.
  • 1 more programmable buttons
    This mouse has 7 programmable buttons, while the average mouse has 6 programmable buttons.
    7 vs 6
  • 2 more side buttons
    This mouse has 4 side buttons, while the average mouse has 2 side buttons.
    4 vs 2
  • Tilting scroll wheel
    This mouse has a tilting scroll wheel, while the average mouse does not. 6.6% of mice have a tilting scroll wheel.
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 1,000 DPI higher minimum setting
    This mouse has a minimum DPI of 1,200 DPI, while the average mouse has a minimum DPI of 200 DPI.
    1,200 DPI vs 200 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.
  • 9.8% higher mouse weight
    This mouse weighs 90 g, while the average mouse weighs 82 g.
    90 g vs 82 g
  • 46.8% lower user score
    User score
    5.5/ 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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    GIGABYTE Aire M93 Ice
    the average mouse
    GIGABYTE Aire M93 Ice has a lower user score than the average mouse (5.45 vs 8).
    5.45 vs 8
  • 82.3% less popular
    GIGABYTE Aire M93 Ice is less popular than the average mouse (3.5 vs 6.4).
    3.5 vs 6.38
  • 71.4% more expensive
    GIGABYTE Aire M93 Ice is more expensive than the average mouse (£60 vs £35).
    £60 vs £35
  • 8.1% worse value for money
    GIGABYTE Aire M93 Ice has worse value for money than the average mouse (6.76 vs 7.3).
    6.76 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
  • 1,000 DPI higher minimum setting
    This mouse has a minimum DPI of 1,200 DPI, while the average mouse has a minimum DPI of 200 DPI.
    1,200 DPI vs 200 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
  • 25% lower tracking speed
    This mouse has a maximum tracking speed of 300 IPS, while the average mouse has a maximum tracking speed of 400 IPS.
    300 IPS vs 400 IPS
  • No angle snapping support
    This mouse does not support angle snapping, while the average mouse does. 54.4% of mice support angle snapping.
  • 705 DPI coarser step size
    This mouse has a DPI step size of 800 DPI, while the average mouse has a DPI step size of 95 DPI.
    800 DPI vs 95 DPI
  • 3 fewer stored DPI steps
    This mouse stores 2 DPI steps, while the average mouse stores 5 DPI steps.
    2 vs 5
  • 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
  • 9.8% higher mouse weight
    This mouse weighs 90 g, while the average mouse weighs 82 g.
    90 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.
  • 7 older release date
    This mouse has a release date of 2014, while the average mouse has a release date of 2021.
    September 2014
    2014 vs 2021
  • 2.3 mm taller mouse height
    This mouse has a height of 42 mm, while the average mouse has a height of 39.7 mm.
    42 mm vs 39.7 mm
  • 5 mm wider mouse width
    This mouse has a width of 71 mm, while the average mouse has a width of 66 mm.
    71 mm vs 66 mm
  • 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
  • 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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Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: May 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about GIGABYTE Aire M93 Ice

  • Excellent tracking on almost any surface, including glass and marble, via ICE Technology
  • Comfortable ergonomic design with a dedicated thumb groove for right-handed users
  • Comes with a rechargeable Ni-MH AA battery and supports charging via micro-USB while in use
  • Features a versatile 4-direction tilt scroll wheel and a dedicated 'Free-scrolling' button
  • On-the-fly DPI adjustment button (1200/2000 DPI)
  • Includes a convenient internal storage slot for the USB nano receiver

What customers don't like about GIGABYTE Aire M93 Ice

  • Lack of mouse skates/Teflon pads makes the bottom vulnerable to scratches and affects glide on some surfaces
  • Occasional sensor jitter or stuttering during small, precise movements
  • Limited maximum DPI (2000), which may be insufficient for high-resolution gaming
  • Wireless range can be short and sensitive to line-of-sight obstructions
  • Some users reported a 'cheap' feel to the main click buttons or plastic construction
  • Performance may degrade significantly if the receiver is plugged into a busy USB hub

Verdict

The Gigabyte AIRE M93 ICE is a wireless productivity mouse featuring a high-performance laser sensor with adjustable sensitivity ranging from 1200 to 2000 DPI and a 125Hz polling rate. Its standout 'ICE Technology' allows it to track on nearly any surface, including glass and lacquered desks, while its rechargeable Ni-MH battery system supports continued use even while charging via micro-USB. Primary pros include its ergonomic right-handed design with rubber grips, a versatile 4-way tilt scroll wheel, and five programmable buttons for customized navigation. However, notable cons include its relatively heavy 90g weight for its compact size, the absence of mouse skates which makes the base vulnerable to scratches, and reported occasional tracking stutters during precision tasks.

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