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GIGABYTE Aivia Krypton Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price:~£55Connectivity:wiredMaximum polling rate:1000 HzMaximum DPI:8200 DPIWeight:110 g

GIGABYTE Aivia Krypton 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 Aivia Krypton
5.7/10

Overall score

Score
5.7/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
Score components

80%

5.4

Technical score

20%

6.7

User score

â–¼Worse than 63% of mice
7.0

Value for money

Value for money
7.0/ 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 64% of models
Score components

70%

5.7

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–¼Worse than 64%
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
Score components

36%

5.6

Performance & Sensor

22%

5.2

Controls

16%

4.9

Design

14%

9.7

Features

7%

1.1

Connectivity

5%

1.0

Battery & Charging

â–¼Worse than 56%
6.7

User score

User score
6.7/ 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 94% of models
Score components

70%

7.2

User ratings

30%

5.4

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 94%
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Technical Specifications of mouse GIGABYTE Aivia Krypton

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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
Score components:

36%

5.6

Performance & Sensor

22%

5.2

Controls

16%

4.9

Design

14%

9.7

Features

7%

1.1

Connectivity

5%

1.0

Battery & Charging

5.4
User score
User score
6.7/ 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 94% of models
Score components

70%

7.2

User ratings

30%

5.4

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
6.7
Popularity
Popularity
5.4/ 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 60% of models
Popularity:
GIGABYTE Aivia Krypton has a popularity score of 5.4 points, which is lower than that of 59.6% of products in this category.
5.4
Value for money
Value for money
7.0/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Score components:

70%

5.7

Overall score

30%

10

Price

7.0
Brand name
Gigabyte
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
10
Market range: <4 – >9
This mouse has 10 buttons, which is more than 91.9% of mice and equal to 2.1% of mice.
N. of side buttons
4
Market range: <0 – >3
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
10
Market range: <0 – >9
This mouse has 10 programmable buttons, which is more than 92% of mice and equal to 1.8% 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
yes
This mouse includes a profile switching button. 84.1% of mice include a profile switching button.
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Orientation
ambidextrous
Weight
110 g
Market range: <52 g – >125 g
This mouse weighs 110 g, which is heavier than 80.4% of mice and equal to 2% of mice.
Extra weights
39 g
Market range: <0 g – >25 g
This mouse comes with 39 g of extra weights, which is more than 100% 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
braided
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Onboard memory profiles
5
Market range: <0 – >5
This mouse stores 5 onboard profiles, which is more than 81.4% of mice and equal to 18.2% of mice.
Onboard memory size
?
Software name
Aivia GHOST Engine
Firmware upgradable
yes
This mouse supports firmware updates. 22.5% of mice support firmware updates.
Suitable for gaming
yes
This mouse is suitable for gaming. 23.9% of mice are suitable for gaming.

GIGABYTE Aivia Krypton vs the average mouse

246810TotalPerformance & SensorConnectivityBattery & ChargingControlsDesignFeatures
  • 4 more programmable buttons
    This mouse has 10 programmable buttons, while the average mouse has 6 programmable buttons.
    10 vs 6
  • 4 more onboard profiles
    This mouse stores 5 onboard profiles, while the average mouse stores 1 onboard profiles.
    5 vs 1
  • Adjustable lift-off distance
    This mouse supports adjustable lift-off distance, while the average mouse does not. 46.5% of mice support adjustable lift-off distance.
  • 2 more side buttons
    This mouse has 4 side buttons, while the average mouse has 2 side buttons.
    4 vs 2
  • 39 g more tuning weights
    This mouse comes with 39 g of extra weights, while the average mouse comes with 0 g of extra weights.
    39 g vs 0 g
  • Profile switch button
    This mouse includes a profile switching button, while the average mouse does not. 16% of mice include a profile switching button.
  • 4 more buttons
    This mouse has 10 buttons, while the average mouse has 6 buttons.
    10 vs 6
  • Adjustable lift-off distance
    This mouse supports adjustable lift-off distance, while the average mouse does not. 46.5% of mice support adjustable lift-off distance.
  • 4 more programmable buttons
    This mouse has 10 programmable buttons, while the average mouse has 6 programmable buttons.
    10 vs 6
  • 2 more side buttons
    This mouse has 4 side buttons, while the average mouse has 2 side buttons.
    4 vs 2
  • Profile switch button
    This mouse includes a profile switching button, while the average mouse does not. 16% of mice include a profile switching button.
  • 4 more buttons
    This mouse has 10 buttons, while the average mouse has 6 buttons.
    10 vs 6
  • 39 g more tuning weights
    This mouse comes with 39 g of extra weights, while the average mouse comes with 0 g of extra weights.
    39 g vs 0 g
  • 4 more onboard profiles
    This mouse stores 5 onboard profiles, while the average mouse stores 1 onboard profiles.
    5 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.
  • 34.1% higher mouse weight
    This mouse weighs 110 g, while the average mouse weighs 82 g.
    110 g vs 82 g
  • 20 million clicks shorter switch lifespan
    This mouse has a switch durability of 10 million clicks, while the average mouse has a switch durability of 30 million clicks.
    10 million clicks vs 30 million clicks
  • 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.
  • 62.5% lower tracking speed
    This mouse has a maximum tracking speed of 150 IPS, while the average mouse has a maximum tracking speed of 400 IPS.
    150 IPS vs 400 IPS
  • No RGB lighting
    This mouse does not have RGB lighting, while the average mouse does. 56.3% of mice have RGB lighting.
  • 20.1% lower user score
    User score
    6.7/ 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 Aivia Krypton
    the average mouse
    GIGABYTE Aivia Krypton has a lower user score than the average mouse (6.66 vs 8).
    6.66 vs 8
  • 20.1% lower user score
    User score
    6.7/ 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
    GIGABYTE Aivia Krypton
    the average mouse
    GIGABYTE Aivia Krypton has a lower user score than the average mouse (6.66 vs 8).
    6.66 vs 8
  • 57.1% more expensive
    GIGABYTE Aivia Krypton is more expensive than the average mouse (£55 vs £35).
    £55 vs £35
  • 62.5% lower tracking speed
    This mouse has a maximum tracking speed of 150 IPS, while the average mouse has a maximum tracking speed of 400 IPS.
    150 IPS vs 400 IPS
  • 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
  • 18% lower maximum DPI
    This mouse has a maximum DPI of 8,200 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10,000 DPI.
    8,200 DPI vs 10,000 DPI
  • 1 fewer stored DPI steps
    This mouse stores 4 DPI steps, while the average mouse stores 5 DPI steps.
    4 vs 5
  • 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.
  • 20 million clicks shorter switch lifespan
    This mouse has a switch durability of 10 million clicks, while the average mouse has a switch durability of 30 million clicks.
    10 million clicks vs 30 million clicks
  • 34.1% higher mouse weight
    This mouse weighs 110 g, while the average mouse weighs 82 g.
    110 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.
  • 9 older release date
    This mouse has a release date of 2012, while the average mouse has a release date of 2021.
    October 2012
    2012 vs 2021
  • 1.8 mm taller mouse height
    This mouse has a height of 41.5 mm, while the average mouse has a height of 39.7 mm.
    41.5 mm vs 39.7 mm

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

What customers like about GIGABYTE Aivia Krypton

  • High-performance Avago ADNS-9800 laser sensor with up to 8200 DPI
  • Innovative dual-chassis system allowing users to switch between ceramic and Teflon feet
  • True ambidextrous design suitable for both left and right-handed users
  • Highly customisable weight distribution system with multiple included weights
  • Robust 'GHOST' macro engine with onboard memory for storing up to 5 profiles
  • Excellent build quality with grippy rubber side panels
  • Clear at-a-glance indicators for DPI levels and active profiles

What customers don't like about GIGABYTE Aivia Krypton

  • Ambidextrous symmetry can lead to accidental button presses on the opposite side
  • Not ideal for users with very large hands or those who prefer a palm grip
  • Software suite lacks some advanced tweaking options found in top-tier competitors
  • Stiff braided cable can occasionally impede smooth movement
  • DPI toggle switch can be fiddly to access quickly during intense gameplay
  • Relatively high price point compared to some other wired gaming mice
  • Side buttons can feel too springy or difficult to distinguish by touch alone

Verdict

The Gigabyte Aivia Krypton is a high-performance wired gaming mouse featuring an advanced 8200 DPI laser sensor (Avago ADNS-9800), a 1000Hz polling rate, and 150 IPS tracking speed. Its standout characteristic is a revolutionary dual-chassis system that includes a ceramic 'speed' base and a Teflon 'control' base, allowing users to physically swap the mouse's movement dynamics. Main pros include a highly customisable weight system (110g to 149g) for adjusting the centre of gravity, an ambidextrous design suitable for both left and right-handed users, and 32KB of onboard memory via the GHOST engine to store up to 70 macros across five profiles. Notable cons include its relatively heavy weight compared to modern standards, side buttons that some users find slightly too soft or awkwardly positioned for larger hands, and software that can feel less intuitive than newer competitor suites.

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