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Glorious Model D Minus Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price: ~£20
Connectivity: wireless+wired
Maximum polling rate: 1000 Hz
Maximum DPI: 12000 DPI
Weight: 61 g

Glorious Model D Minus review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among mice and if it is worth buying.

7.1

Very good

6.6

Good

9.2

Exceptional

6.3
Gaming
Score components:
28.0%
3.7
Maximum polling rate
24.0%
7.8
N. of programmable buttons
20.0%
6.4
Onboard memory profiles
16.0%
6.4
Maximum tracking speed
12.0%
9.0
Weight

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The Glorious Model D Minus is a lightweight, right-handed ergonomic gaming mouse tailored for small to medium hands, weighing just 61 grams with its signature honeycomb shell design. It is equipped with the Pixart PMW-3360 optical sensor, offering a maximum sensitivity of 12,000 DPI, 250 IPS tracking speed, and 50G acceleration, alongside a 1,000 Hz polling rate. Core features include an ultra-flexible 2-meter 'Ascended' paracord cable, 0.81mm thick 100% pure PTFE G-Skates for smooth gliding, and Omron mechanical switches rated for 20 million clicks. Main pros include its comfortable ergonomic shape for palm and claw grips, highly flexible cable that mimics a wireless experience, and excellent glide performance. However, some users report cons such as a slightly flexible body under pressure, mushy side buttons, and a dated sensor compared to newer flagship models.

Technical Specifications of Glorious Model D Minus

Overall score

7.1

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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.

Performance & Sensor

5.6

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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

Glorious

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

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

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

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

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Connectivity

9.6

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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

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

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

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

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Battery & Charging

5.3

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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

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

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

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Controls

4.9

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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

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

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

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

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

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Design

9.0

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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

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

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

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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Features

8.1

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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

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

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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

Glorious

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

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

Glorious Model D Minus vs the average mouse

Why is Glorious Model D Minus better than the average mouse?

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26.3% lower mouse weight
Glorious Model D Minus weighs 61 g, while the average mouse weighs 82.745 g.
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
Glorious Model D Minus weighs 61 g, while the average mouse weighs 82.745 g.61 g vs 82.745 g
Adjustable lift-off distance
Glorious Model D Minus supports adjustable lift-off distance, while the average mouse does not. 46.5% of mice support adjustable lift-off distance.
What it is: Shows whether you can tune how high the mouse can be lifted before the sensor stops tracking movement.
When it matters: When you lift and reposition the mouse often and want tighter cursor control.
Importance: MEDIUM
Glorious Model D Minus supports adjustable lift-off distance, while the average mouse does not. 46.5% of mice support adjustable lift-off distance.
2 more onboard profiles
Glorious Model D Minus 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
Glorious Model D Minus stores 3 onboard profiles, while the average mouse stores 1 onboard profiles.3 vs 1
Usable while charging
Glorious Model D Minus can be used while charging, while the average mouse cannot. 47.5% of mice can be used while charging.
What it is: Shows whether the mouse keeps working normally while a charging cable is connected.
When it matters: When you do not want downtime while the mouse battery is charging.
Importance: MEDIUM
Glorious Model D Minus can be used while charging, while the average mouse cannot. 47.5% of mice can be used while charging.
Adjustable debounce time
Glorious Model D Minus supports adjustable debounce time, while the average mouse does not. 29% of mice support adjustable debounce time.
What it is: Shows whether the click debounce delay can be tuned to change how aggressively the mouse filters accidental double clicks.
When it matters: When you tune click response for faster repeated presses or fewer accidental double clicks.
Importance: LOW
Glorious Model D Minus supports adjustable debounce time, while the average mouse does not. 29% of mice support adjustable debounce time.
Rechargeable battery
Glorious Model D Minus uses a rechargeable battery, while the average mouse does not. 46% of mice use 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
Glorious Model D Minus uses a rechargeable battery, while the average mouse does not. 46% of mice use a rechargeable battery.
25% higher maximum acceleration
Glorious Model D Minus has a maximum acceleration of 50 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
Glorious Model D Minus has a maximum acceleration of 50 G, while the average mouse has a maximum acceleration of 40 G.50 G vs 40 G
0.2 m longer cable
Glorious Model D Minus comes with a 2 m cable, while the average mouse comes with a 1.8 m cable.
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
Glorious Model D Minus comes with a 2 m cable, while the average mouse comes with a 1.8 m cable.2 m vs 1.8 m
Adjustable lift-off distance
Glorious Model D Minus supports adjustable lift-off distance, while the average mouse does not. 46.5% of mice support adjustable lift-off distance.
25% higher maximum acceleration
Glorious Model D Minus has a maximum acceleration of 50 G, while the average mouse has a maximum acceleration of 40 G.
Versatile connectivity
Glorious Model D Minus supports wireless+wired connectivity, while the average mouse supports wireless connectivity.
Usable while charging
Glorious Model D Minus can be used while charging, while the average mouse cannot. 47.5% of mice can be used while charging.
Rechargeable battery
Glorious Model D Minus uses a rechargeable battery, while the average mouse does not. 46% of mice use a rechargeable battery.
Adjustable debounce time
Glorious Model D Minus supports adjustable debounce time, while the average mouse does not. 29% of mice support adjustable debounce time.
26.3% lower mouse weight
Glorious Model D Minus weighs 61 g, while the average mouse weighs 82.745 g.
0.2 m longer cable
Glorious Model D Minus comes with a 2 m cable, while the average mouse comes with a 1.8 m cable.
2 more onboard profiles
Glorious Model D Minus stores 3 onboard profiles, while the average mouse stores 1 onboard profiles.

Performance & Sensor

Battery & Charging

Why is Glorious Model D Minus worse than the average mouse?

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No angle snapping support
Glorious Model D Minus does not support angle snapping, while the average mouse does. 53.9% of mice support angle snapping.
200 DPI higher minimum setting
Glorious Model D Minus has a minimum DPI of 400 DPI, while the average mouse has a minimum DPI of 200 DPI.
1 fewer stored DPI steps
Glorious Model D Minus stores 4 DPI steps, while the average mouse stores 5 DPI steps.
1 hours longer full charge time
Glorious Model D Minus reaches a full charge in 3 hours, while the average mouse reaches a full charge in 2 hours.
No battery level indicator
Glorious Model D Minus does not include a battery level indicator, while the average mouse does. 59.2% of mice include a battery level indicator.
14 hours shorter battery life
Glorious Model D Minus has a battery life of 71 hours, while the average mouse has a battery life of 85 hours.
10 million clicks shorter switch lifespan
Glorious Model D Minus has a switch durability of 20 million clicks, while the average mouse has a switch durability of 30 million clicks.
10 million clicks shorter switch lifespan
Glorious Model D Minus 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
Glorious Model D Minus 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
1 hours longer full charge time
Glorious Model D Minus reaches a full charge in 3 hours, while the average mouse reaches a full charge in 2 hours.
What it is: The time required to recharge the mouse battery from empty to full.
When it matters: When short charging windows matter and you do not want the mouse tied to a cable for too long.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: <=2 hours
Glorious Model D Minus reaches a full charge in 3 hours, while the average mouse reaches a full charge in 2 hours.3 hours vs 2 hours
No angle snapping support
Glorious Model D Minus does not support angle snapping, while the average mouse does. 53.9% of mice support angle snapping.
What it is: Shows whether the sensor smooths cursor movement into straighter lines instead of reporting raw hand motion.
When it matters: When precision matters and you want to know whether the cursor follows raw hand movement instead of corrected straight lines.
Importance: LOW
Glorious Model D Minus does not support angle snapping, while the average mouse does. 53.9% of mice support angle snapping.
No battery level indicator
Glorious Model D Minus does not include a battery level indicator, while the average mouse does. 59.2% of mice include a battery level indicator.
What it is: Shows whether the mouse gives a visible or app-based battery readout instead of leaving charge level to guesswork.
When it matters: When you do not want the mouse to die unexpectedly in the middle of work or a match.
Importance: LOW
Glorious Model D Minus does not include a battery level indicator, while the average mouse does. 59.2% of mice include a battery level indicator.
14 hours shorter battery life
Glorious Model D Minus has a battery life of 71 hours, while the average mouse has a battery life of 85 hours.
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
Glorious Model D Minus has a battery life of 71 hours, while the average mouse has a battery life of 85 hours.71 hours vs 85 hours
200 DPI higher minimum setting
Glorious Model D Minus has a minimum DPI of 400 DPI, while the average mouse has a minimum DPI of 200 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
Glorious Model D Minus has a minimum DPI of 400 DPI, while the average mouse has a minimum DPI of 200 DPI.400 DPI vs 200 DPI
1 fewer stored DPI steps
Glorious Model D Minus stores 4 DPI steps, while the average mouse stores 5 DPI steps.
What it is: The number of different DPI levels that can be saved and recalled on the mouse.
When it matters: When you switch sensitivity often and want several presets ready without opening software every time.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: >=5
Glorious Model D Minus stores 4 DPI steps, while the average mouse stores 5 DPI steps.4 vs 5

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What customers like about Glorious Model D Minus?

Ultra-lightweight honeycomb design (approx. 61g) allows for fast, effortless movements.
Comfortable ergonomic shape specifically tailored for small to medium hand sizes.
Highly flexible 'Ascended' cable provides a near-wireless feel with minimal drag.
Premium 100% pure PTFE G-Skates offer an exceptionally smooth glide out of the box.
Low click latency and reliable PixArt PMW-3360 sensor performance for competitive gaming.
Vibrant and customisable RGB lighting that shines through the honeycomb shell.

What customers dislike about Glorious Model D Minus?

Consistent reports of 'mushy' or soft-feeling side buttons compared to competitors.
Quality control issues, including shell creaking or flexing when pressure is applied.
The scroll wheel may develop a rattling noise or lose its tactile 'step' definition over time.
Software for customisation is only natively available for Windows users.
Honeycomb holes can collect dust and debris, requiring more frequent cleaning.
Some users reported the main mouse buttons developing side-to-side wobble after heavy use.

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