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Mars Gaming MM55 Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price: ~£9
Connectivity: wired
Maximum polling rate: 1000 Hz
Maximum DPI: 12800 DPI
Weight: 55 g

Mars Gaming MM55 review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among mice and if it is worth buying.

6.3

Good

5.6

Good

9.2

Exceptional

4.8
Gaming
Score components:
28.0%
3.7
Maximum polling rate
24.0%
8.9
N. of programmable buttons
20.0%
1.0
Onboard memory profiles
16.0%
1.4
Maximum tracking speed
12.0%
9.6
Weight

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The Mars Gaming MM55 is an ultra-lightweight gaming mouse featuring a distinctive 55-gram aerodynamic Hive design shell and a high-precision A825PRO optical sensor with up to 12,800 DPI and a 1,000Hz polling rate. Key characteristics include seven programmable buttons, high-performance Huano mechanical switches for increased durability, and a flexible Feather Paracord cable that mimics a wireless experience by reducing drag. Its main pros are the extreme lightness for fast movements, extensive 16.8 million color RGB Chroma lighting customizable via software, and compatibility across Windows, Mac, Linux, and major consoles. However, some cons include a relatively low maximum tracking speed of 60 IPS and 20G acceleration compared to premium models, and some users have noted the mouse skates can feel mediocre or less smooth on certain surfaces.

Technical Specifications of Mars Gaming MM55

Overall score

6.3

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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

5.9

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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

Mars

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

N/A

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

1.1

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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

1.0

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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

N/A

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

5.3

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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

9.2

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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

5.4

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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

Mars Gaming Software

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

Mars Gaming MM55 vs the average mouse

Why is Mars Gaming MM55 better than the average mouse?

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33.5% lower mouse weight
Mars Gaming MM55 weighs 55 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
Mars Gaming MM55 weighs 55 g, while the average mouse weighs 82.745 g.55 g vs 82.745 g
1 more programmable buttons
Mars Gaming MM55 has 7 programmable buttons, while the average mouse has 6 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
Mars Gaming MM55 has 7 programmable buttons, while the average mouse has 6 programmable buttons.7 vs 6
3.89x cheaper
Mars Gaming MM55 is cheaper than the average mouse (£9 vs £35).
Mars Gaming MM55 is cheaper than the average mouse (£9 vs £35).£9 vs £35
Adjustable debounce time
Mars Gaming MM55 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
Mars Gaming MM55 supports adjustable debounce time, while the average mouse does not. 29% of mice support adjustable debounce time.
28% higher maximum DPI
Mars Gaming MM55 has a maximum DPI of 12,800 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10,000 DPI.
What it is: The highest sensitivity setting supported by the mouse sensor, measured in dots per inch (DPI).
When it matters: When extremely high sensitivity is part of your setup, even if it matters less than sensor quality for most users.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >=18000 DPI
Mars Gaming MM55 has a maximum DPI of 12,800 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10,000 DPI.12800 DPI vs 10000 DPI
14.5% higher user score
Mars Gaming MM55 has a higher user score than the average mouse (9.16 vs 8.000).
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.
Mars Gaming MM55 has a higher user score than the average mouse (9.16 vs 8.000).9.16 vs 8
28% higher maximum DPI
Mars Gaming MM55 has a maximum DPI of 12,800 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10,000 DPI.
1 more programmable buttons
Mars Gaming MM55 has 7 programmable buttons, while the average mouse has 6 programmable buttons.
Adjustable debounce time
Mars Gaming MM55 supports adjustable debounce time, while the average mouse does not. 29% of mice support adjustable debounce time.
33.5% lower mouse weight
Mars Gaming MM55 weighs 55 g, while the average mouse weighs 82.745 g.

Performance & Sensor

Why is Mars Gaming MM55 worse than the average mouse?

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85% lower tracking speed
Mars Gaming MM55 has a maximum tracking speed of 60 IPS, while the average mouse has a maximum tracking speed of 400 IPS.
50% lower maximum acceleration
Mars Gaming MM55 has a maximum acceleration of 20 G, while the average mouse has a maximum acceleration of 40 G.
No proprietary 2.4 GHz support
Mars Gaming MM55 does not support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless, while the average mouse does. 61.5% of mice support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless.
No receiver included
Mars Gaming MM55 does not include a receiver, while the average mouse does. 62.4% of mice include a receiver.
Limited connectivity
Mars Gaming MM55 supports wired connectivity, while the average mouse supports wireless connectivity.
connection modes: wired.
No automatic sleep mode
Mars Gaming MM55 does not support auto-sleep, while the average mouse does. 63.2% of mice support auto-sleep.
No battery level indicator
Mars Gaming MM55 does not include a battery level indicator, while the average mouse does. 59.2% of mice include a battery level indicator.
10 million clicks shorter switch lifespan
Mars Gaming MM55 has a switch durability of 20 million clicks, while the average mouse has a switch durability of 30 million clicks.
1 fewer onboard profiles
Mars Gaming MM55 supports 0 onboard memory profiles, while the average mouse supports 1 onboard memory profiles.
No proprietary 2.4 GHz support
Mars Gaming MM55 does not support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless, while the average mouse does. 61.5% of mice support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless.
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
Mars Gaming MM55 does not support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless, while the average mouse does. 61.5% of mice support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless.
85% lower tracking speed
Mars Gaming MM55 has a maximum tracking speed of 60 IPS, while the average mouse has a maximum tracking speed of 400 IPS.
What it is: The highest movement speed the sensor can track accurately before it starts losing precision, usually expressed in inches per second (IPS).
When it matters: When you make very fast swipes and do not want the sensor to lose tracking.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >=400 IPS
Mars Gaming MM55 has a maximum tracking speed of 60 IPS, while the average mouse has a maximum tracking speed of 400 IPS.60 IPS vs 400 IPS
1 fewer onboard profiles
Mars Gaming MM55 supports 0 onboard memory profiles, while the average mouse supports 1 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
Mars Gaming MM55 supports 0 onboard memory profiles, while the average mouse supports 1 onboard memory profiles.0 vs 1
No automatic sleep mode
Mars Gaming MM55 does not support auto-sleep, while the average mouse does. 63.2% of mice support auto-sleep.
What it is: Shows whether the mouse automatically enters a low-power state after inactivity to reduce battery drain.
When it matters: When battery life matters but you do not want to remember to power the mouse down every time you step away.
Importance: LOW
Mars Gaming MM55 does not support auto-sleep, while the average mouse does. 63.2% of mice support auto-sleep.
No receiver included
Mars Gaming MM55 does not include a receiver, while the average mouse does. 62.4% of mice include a receiver.
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
Mars Gaming MM55 does not include a receiver, while the average mouse does. 62.4% of mice include a receiver.
10 million clicks shorter switch lifespan
Mars Gaming MM55 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
Mars Gaming MM55 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
50% lower maximum acceleration
Mars Gaming MM55 has a maximum acceleration of 20 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
Mars Gaming MM55 has a maximum acceleration of 20 G, while the average mouse has a maximum acceleration of 40 G.20 G vs 40 G
No battery level indicator
Mars Gaming MM55 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
Mars Gaming MM55 does not include a battery level indicator, while the average mouse does. 59.2% of mice include a battery level indicator.

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What customers like about Mars Gaming MM55?

Extremely lightweight at only 55g, ideal for fast movements
Affordable price point for budget-conscious gamers
High-quality Huano mechanical switches known for durability
Flexible 'Feather' paracord cable that reduces drag and feels close to wireless
Extensive RGB Chroma lighting with 16.8 million color options
User-friendly downloadable software for macro and DPI customization

What customers dislike about Mars Gaming MM55?

The A825PRO optical sensor is considered lower-tier and may lose tracking during intense gaming
Honeycomb 'Hive' design can collect dust and debris over time
Stock mouse feet (skates) are reported to feel scratchy on some surfaces
Wired-only connection limits portability compared to wireless alternatives
Software has been reported by some users to be buggy or prone to crashing

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