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MAD Catz R A T Air Wireless Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price:~£150Connectivity:wireless+wiredMaximum polling rate:1000 HzMaximum DPI:12000 DPIWeight:96 g

MAD Catz R A T Air Wireless Review: Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Mice category and whether it is worth buying.

MAD Catz R A T Air Wireless
7.1/10

Overall score

Score
7.1/ 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–² Better than 72% of models
Score components

80%

6.7

Technical score

20%

8.8

User score

â–²Better than 72% of mice
7.9

Value for money

Value for money
7.9/ 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–² Better than 67% of models
Score components

70%

7.1

Overall score

30%

9.7

Price

â–²Better than 67%
6.7

Technical score

Technical score
6.7/ 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–² Better than 68% of models
Score components

36%

5.6

Performance & Sensor

22%

7.3

Controls

16%

6.1

Design

14%

8.8

Features

7%

9.6

Connectivity

5%

4.4

Battery & Charging

â–²Better than 68%
8.8

User score

User score
8.8/ 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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â–² Better than 81% of models
Score components

70%

9.0

User ratings

30%

8.4

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 81%
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Technical Specifications of mouse MAD Catz R A T Air Wireless

Technical score
Technical score
6.7/ 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–² Better than 68% of models
Score components:

36%

5.6

Performance & Sensor

22%

7.3

Controls

16%

6.1

Design

14%

8.8

Features

7%

9.6

Connectivity

5%

4.4

Battery & Charging

6.7
User score
User score
8.8/ 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–² Better than 81% of models
Score components

70%

9.0

User ratings

30%

8.4

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.8
Popularity
Popularity
8.4/ 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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â–² Better than 76% of models
Popularity:
MAD Catz R A T Air Wireless has a popularity score of 8.4 points, which is higher than that of 76% of products in this category.
8.4
Value for money
Value for money
7.9/ 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–² Better than 67% of models
Score components:

70%

7.1

Overall score

30%

9.7

Price

7.9
Brand name
MAD
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
1,000 Hz
Market range: <125 Hz – >8k Hz
This mouse has a 2.4 GHz polling rate of 1,000 Hz, which is higher than 33.4% of mice and equal to 46.9% 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+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
N/A
Battery capacity
N/A
Battery form factor
integrated
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
11
Market range: <4 – >9
This mouse has 11 buttons, which is more than 94.1% of mice and equal to 2.1% 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
11
Market range: <0 – >9
This mouse has 11 programmable buttons, which is more than 93.9% of mice and equal to 2.2% 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
yes
This mouse includes a profile switching button. 84.1% of mice include a profile switching button.
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Orientation
right-handed
Weight
96 g
Market range: <52 g – >125 g
This mouse weighs 96 g, which is heavier than 65.3% of mice and equal to 1.2% 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
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
4
Market range: <0 – >5
This mouse stores 4 onboard profiles, which is more than 78.1% of mice and equal to 3.2% of mice.
Onboard memory size
?
Software name
Mad Catz R.A.T. AIR Software
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.

MAD Catz R A T Air Wireless vs the average mouse

246810TotalPerformance & SensorConnectivityBattery & ChargingControlsDesignFeatures
  • 5 more programmable buttons
    This mouse has 11 programmable buttons, while the average mouse has 6 programmable buttons.
    11 vs 6
  • 3 more onboard profiles
    This mouse stores 4 onboard profiles, while the average mouse stores 1 onboard profiles.
    4 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.
  • Usable while charging
    This mouse can be used while charging, while the average mouse cannot. 47.5% of mice can be used while charging.
  • 20 million clicks longer switch lifespan
    This mouse offers switch durability of 50 million clicks, while the average mouse offers switch durability of 30 million clicks.
    50 million clicks vs 30 million clicks
  • 1 more side buttons
    This mouse has 3 side buttons, while the average mouse has 2 side buttons.
    3 vs 2
  • Charging dock included
    This mouse includes a charging dock, while the average mouse does not. 5.4% of mice include a charging dock.
  • Thumb scroll wheel
    This mouse includes a thumb scroll wheel, while the average mouse does not. 2% of mice include a thumb scroll wheel.
  • 10% higher user score
    User score
    8.8/ 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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    the average mouse
    MAD Catz R A T Air Wireless has a higher user score than the average mouse (8.8 vs 8).
    8.8 vs 8
  • 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.
  • 25% higher maximum acceleration
    This mouse has a maximum acceleration of 50 G, while the average mouse has a maximum acceleration of 40 G.
    50 G vs 40 G
  • 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
  • Usable while charging
    This mouse can be used while charging, while the average mouse cannot. 47.5% of mice can be used while charging.
  • Charging dock included
    This mouse includes a charging dock, while the average mouse does not. 5.4% of mice include a charging dock.
  • Wireless charging
    This mouse supports wireless charging, while the average mouse does not. 10.6% of mice support wireless charging.
  • 5 more programmable buttons
    This mouse has 11 programmable buttons, while the average mouse has 6 programmable buttons.
    11 vs 6
  • 20 million clicks longer switch lifespan
    This mouse offers switch durability of 50 million clicks, while the average mouse offers switch durability of 30 million clicks.
    50 million clicks vs 30 million clicks
  • 1 more side buttons
    This mouse has 3 side buttons, while the average mouse has 2 side buttons.
    3 vs 2
  • Thumb scroll wheel
    This mouse includes a thumb scroll wheel, while the average mouse does not. 2% of mice include a thumb scroll wheel.
  • Profile switch button
    This mouse includes a profile switching button, while the average mouse does not. 16% of mice include a profile switching button.
  • 5 more buttons
    This mouse has 11 buttons, while the average mouse has 6 buttons.
    11 vs 6
  • Detachable cable
    This mouse comes with a detachable cable, while the average mouse does not. 43% of mice come with a detachable cable.
  • 3 more onboard profiles
    This mouse stores 4 onboard profiles, while the average mouse stores 1 onboard profiles.
    4 vs 1
  • No automatic sleep mode
    This mouse does not support auto-sleep, while the average mouse does. 60.5% of mice support auto-sleep.
  • 17.1% higher mouse weight
    This mouse weighs 96 g, while the average mouse weighs 82 g.
    96 g vs 82 g
  • 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
  • 37.5% lower tracking speed
    This mouse has a maximum tracking speed of 250 IPS, while the average mouse has a maximum tracking speed of 400 IPS.
    250 IPS vs 400 IPS
  • 4.29x more expensive
    MAD Catz R A T Air Wireless is more expensive than the average mouse (£150 vs £35).
    £150 vs £35
  • 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.
  • 22 mm wider mouse width
    This mouse has a width of 88 mm, while the average mouse has a width of 66 mm.
    88 mm vs 66 mm
  • 1 fewer stored DPI steps
    This mouse stores 4 DPI steps, while the average mouse stores 5 DPI steps.
    4 vs 5
  • 4.29x more expensive
    MAD Catz R A T Air Wireless is more expensive than the average mouse (£150 vs £35).
    £150 vs £35
  • 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
  • 37.5% lower tracking speed
    This mouse has a maximum tracking speed of 250 IPS, while the average mouse has a maximum tracking speed of 400 IPS.
    250 IPS vs 400 IPS
  • 1 fewer stored DPI steps
    This mouse stores 4 DPI steps, while the average mouse stores 5 DPI steps.
    4 vs 5
  • 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.
  • 17.1% higher mouse weight
    This mouse weighs 96 g, while the average mouse weighs 82 g.
    96 g vs 82 g
  • 22 mm wider mouse width
    This mouse has a width of 88 mm, while the average mouse has a width of 66 mm.
    88 mm vs 66 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 MAD Catz R A T Air Wireless

  • Battery-free wireless operation via the included induction power mat
  • Highly customizable ergonomics with an adjustable palm rest to fit different hand sizes
  • Extensive physical and software-based button mapping (11 programmable buttons)
  • Includes a unique side-scrolling 'thumb barrel' for horizontal navigation
  • Low latency 2.4 GHz wireless connection (1ms response rate)
  • Very lightweight design (approx. 96g) for a mouse of its size

What customers don't like about MAD Catz R A T Air Wireless

  • Extremely high price point compared to competitors with similar or better specs
  • Maximum DPI is capped at 12,000, which is lower than many modern gaming mice
  • Proprietary power mat is small, limiting vertical movement during intense gaming
  • Known reliability issues, including sporadic button failure and software crashes
  • Configuration software is often reported as unintuitive and prone to bugs
  • Unusual angular design may feel uncomfortable or fatiguing for users with certain grip styles

Verdict

The Mad Catz R.A.T. Air is a high-performance wireless gaming mouse uniquely powered by an included electromagnetic resonant power pad, eliminating the need for traditional batteries. It features a PixArt PWM3360 optical sensor with 12,000 DPI, 250 IPS tracking speed, 50G acceleration, and a 1ms polling rate for ultra-low latency. Main characteristics include its signature modular design with an adjustable palm rest, 11 programmable buttons, and a lightweight 96g chassis. Pros include its continuous power system that allows for 15 seconds of use even when lifted off the mat, dual 2.4GHz wireless and wired connection modes, and highly customizable physical ergonomics. Cons include the requirement of the specific power pad for wireless operation, an underwhelming maximum DPI compared to modern competitors at its price point, and software that users often find unintuitive or limited.

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