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Nacon Gm 180 Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price:~£20Connectivity:wirelessMaximum polling rate:1000 HzMaximum DPI:2200 DPIWeight:?

Nacon Gm 180 Review: Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Mice category and whether it is worth buying.

5.3/10

Overall score

Score
5.3/ 10
✕
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 76% of models
Score components

80%

5.3

Technical score

20%

5.1

User score

â–¼Worse than 76% of mice
6.7

Value for money

Value for money
6.7/ 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 78% of models
Score components

70%

5.3

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–¼Worse than 78%
5.3

Technical score

Technical score
5.3/ 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 61% of models
Score components

36%

5.1

Performance & Sensor

22%

4.4

Controls

16%

7.9

Design

14%

1.9

Features

7%

9.6

Connectivity

5%

5.6

Battery & Charging

â–¼Worse than 61%
5.1

User score

User score
5.1/ 10
✕
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 99% of models
Score components

70%

6.0

User ratings

30%

2.9

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 99%
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Technical Specifications of mouse Nacon Gm 180

Technical score
Technical score
5.3/ 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–¼ Worse than 61% of models
Score components:

36%

5.1

Performance & Sensor

22%

4.4

Controls

16%

7.9

Design

14%

1.9

Features

7%

9.6

Connectivity

5%

5.6

Battery & Charging

5.3
User score
User score
5.1/ 10
✕
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 99% of models
Score components

70%

6.0

User ratings

30%

2.9

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
5.1
Popularity
Popularity
2.9/ 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 79% of models
Popularity:
Nacon Gm 180 has a popularity score of 2.9 points, which is lower than that of 78.1% of products in this category.
2.9
Value for money
Value for money
6.7/ 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 78% of models
Score components:

70%

5.3

Overall score

30%

10

Price

6.7
Brand name
Nacon
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
This mouse supports wireless connectivity, which is more versatile than 35% of mice and equal to 21.7% of mice.
connection modes: 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
30 hours
Market range: <50 hours – >500 hours
This mouse has a battery life of 30 hours, which is less than 96.8% of mice and equal to 0.9% of mice.
Battery capacity
500 mAh
Market range: <300 mAh – >800 mAh
This mouse has a battery capacity of 500 mAh, which is larger than 48.2% of mice and equal to 22.1% of mice.
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
6
Market range: <4 – >9
This mouse has 6 buttons, which is more than 23.2% of mice and equal to 40% of mice.
N. of side buttons
2
Market range: <0 – >3
This mouse has 2 side buttons, which is more than 15% of mice and equal to 68.6% of mice.
N. of programmable buttons
6
Market range: <0 – >9
This mouse has 6 programmable buttons, which is more than 35.6% of mice and equal to 31.2% 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
no
This mouse does not include a profile switching button. 16% of mice include a profile switching button.
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Orientation
ambidextrous
Weight
?
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
0.7 m
Market range: <1.5 m – >2 m
This mouse has a cable length of 0.7 m, which is less than 99.4% of mice.
Cable type
rubber
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Onboard memory profiles
0
Market range: <0 – >5
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
Market range: <0 KB – >128 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
N/A
Firmware upgradable
no
This mouse does not support firmware upgrades. 77.7% of mice support firmware upgrades.
Suitable for gaming
yes
This mouse is suitable for gaming. 23.9% of mice are suitable for gaming.

Nacon Gm 180 vs the average mouse

246810TotalPerformance & SensorConnectivityBattery & ChargingControlsDesignFeatures
  • 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.
  • 4.7 mm lower mouse height
    This mouse is 35 mm tall, while the average mouse is 39.7 mm tall.
    35 mm vs 39.7 mm
  • 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.
  • 75% cheaper
    Nacon Gm 180 is cheaper than the average mouse (£20 vs £35).
    £20 vs £35
  • 75% cheaper
    Nacon Gm 180 is cheaper than the average mouse (£20 vs £35).
    £20 vs £35
  • 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.
  • 4.7 mm lower mouse height
    This mouse is 35 mm tall, while the average mouse is 39.7 mm tall.
    35 mm vs 39.7 mm
  • 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 firmware upgrades
    This mouse does not support firmware upgrades, while the average mouse does. 77.6% of mice support firmware upgrades.
  • 85% lower tracking speed
    This mouse 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
    This mouse supports 0 onboard memory profiles, while the average mouse supports 1 onboard memory profiles.
    0 vs 1
  • 78% lower maximum DPI
    This mouse has a maximum DPI of 2,200 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10,000 DPI.
    2,200 DPI vs 10,000 DPI
  • 55 hours shorter battery life
    This mouse has a battery life of 30 hours, while the average mouse has a battery life of 85 hours.
    30 hours vs 85 hours
  • 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
  • 57.6% lower user score
    User score
    5.1/ 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
    Nacon Gm 180
    the average mouse
    Nacon Gm 180 has a lower user score than the average mouse (5.08 vs 8).
    5.08 vs 8
  • 57.6% lower user score
    User score
    5.1/ 10
    ✕
    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–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Nacon Gm 180
    the average mouse
    Nacon Gm 180 has a lower user score than the average mouse (5.08 vs 8).
    5.08 vs 8
  • 2.19x less popular
    Nacon Gm 180 is less popular than the average mouse (2.92 vs 6.4).
    2.92 vs 6.38
  • 9.5% worse value for money
    Nacon Gm 180 has worse value for money than the average mouse (6.68 vs 7.3).
    6.68 vs 7.31
  • 85% lower tracking speed
    This mouse 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
  • 78% lower maximum DPI
    This mouse has a maximum DPI of 2,200 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10,000 DPI.
    2,200 DPI vs 10,000 DPI
  • 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
  • No angle snapping support
    This mouse does not support angle snapping, while the average mouse does. 54.4% of mice support angle snapping.
  • 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
  • Poor default DPI tuning
    This mouse uses a default DPI of 800 DPI, while the average mouse uses a default DPI of 1,000 DPI.
    800 DPI vs 1,000 DPI
  • 1 fewer stored DPI steps
    This mouse stores 4 DPI steps, while the average mouse stores 5 DPI steps.
    4 vs 5
  • 55 hours shorter battery life
    This mouse has a battery life of 30 hours, while the average mouse has a battery life of 85 hours.
    30 hours vs 85 hours
  • 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
  • 1.1 m shorter cable
    This mouse has a cable length of 0.7 m, while the average mouse has a cable length of 1.8 m.
    0.7 m vs 1.8 m
  • 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

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

What customers like about Nacon Gm 180

  • Affordable entry-level price point for a wireless mouse
  • Decent 30-hour battery life and rechargeable via micro-USB
  • Can be used while charging
  • Includes a dedicated DPI switching button (800-2200 range)
  • Textured side grips provide a comfortable hold
  • Lightweight and portable design with hidden dongle storage
  • Stylish modern design with RGB backlighting

What customers don't like about Nacon Gm 180

  • Reported 'ghosting' issues where keys may not register simultaneously
  • Optical sensor may struggle with precision or tracking at low sensitivities
  • Build quality concerns with some units failing after a few months
  • Heavy for its size at roughly 100g, affecting glide smoothness
  • Lack of customisation software for RGB or advanced button mapping
  • Sensitive to surface quality; requires a uniform mousepad for best results
  • Buttons may occasionally block each other physically during rapid use

Verdict

The Nacon GM-180 is a wireless optical gaming mouse designed primarily for right-handed FPS and TPS players, featuring a 2.4GHz connection with a storable mini-dongle and a 1000Hz polling rate. Its core specifications include an adjustable optical sensor with four DPI presets (800, 1200, 1600, and 2200), a 6-button configuration, and an internal rechargeable battery that provides up to 30 hours of gameplay via a 70cm micro-USB cable. Main pros include its textured side grips for a secure hold, stylish RGB backlighting, and the ability to continue playing while the device is charging. However, notable cons include a lack of dedicated software for customising RGB or DPI settings, a relatively heavy weight of approximately 100g to 170g depending on measurement, and fixed DPI presets that cannot be fine-tuned.

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