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Redragon M812 Plank Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price:~£20Connectivity:wiredMaximum polling rate:1000 HzMaximum DPI:16000 DPIWeight:143 g

Redragon M812 Plank Review: Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Mice category and whether it is worth buying.

5.0/10

Overall score

Score
5.0/ 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 84% of models
Score components

80%

5.0

Technical score

20%

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User score

â–¼Worse than 84% of mice
6.5

Value for money

Value for money
6.5/ 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 85% of models
Score components

70%

5.0

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–¼Worse than 85%
5.0

Technical score

Technical score
5.0/ 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 68% of models
Score components

36%

6.1

Performance & Sensor

22%

5.3

Controls

16%

2.3

Design

14%

8.2

Features

7%

1.1

Connectivity

5%

1.0

Battery & Charging

â–¼Worse than 68%
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User score

User score
8.0/ 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 62% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Where to buy
    N/A~ £20
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Technical Specifications of mouse Redragon M812 Plank

Technical score
Technical score
5.0/ 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 68% of models
Score components:

36%

6.1

Performance & Sensor

22%

5.3

Controls

16%

2.3

Design

14%

8.2

Features

7%

1.1

Connectivity

5%

1.0

Battery & Charging

5.0
User score
User score
8.0/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 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 99% of models
Popularity:
Redragon M812 Plank has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than that of 83.8% of products in this category.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
6.5/ 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 85% of models
Score components:

70%

5.0

Overall score

30%

10

Price

6.5
Brand name
Redragon
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
9
Market range: <4 – >9
This mouse has 9 buttons, which is more than 88.3% of mice and equal to 3.5% 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
7
Market range: <0 – >9
This mouse has 7 programmable buttons, which is more than 66.9% of mice and equal to 12.7% 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
143 g
Market range: <52 g – >125 g
This mouse weighs 143 g, which is heavier than 95.3% 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
?
Onboard memory size
?
Software name
Redragon Gaming Mouse Software
Firmware upgradable
?
Suitable for gaming
yes
This mouse is suitable for gaming. 23.9% of mice are suitable for gaming.

Redragon M812 Plank vs the average mouse

246810TotalPerformance & SensorConnectivityBattery & ChargingControlsDesignFeatures
  • 1 more programmable buttons
    This mouse has 7 programmable buttons, while the average mouse has 6 programmable buttons.
    7 vs 6
  • 60% higher maximum DPI
    This mouse has a maximum DPI of 16,000 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10,000 DPI.
    16,000 DPI vs 10,000 DPI
  • Profile switch button
    This mouse includes a profile switching button, while the average mouse does not. 16% of mice include a profile switching button.
  • 3 more buttons
    This mouse has 9 buttons, while the average mouse has 6 buttons.
    9 vs 6
  • 75% cheaper
    Redragon M812 Plank is cheaper than the average mouse (£20 vs £35).
    £20 vs £35
  • 75% cheaper
    Redragon M812 Plank is cheaper than the average mouse (£20 vs £35).
    £20 vs £35
  • 60% higher maximum DPI
    This mouse has a maximum DPI of 16,000 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10,000 DPI.
    16,000 DPI vs 10,000 DPI
  • 1 more programmable buttons
    This mouse has 7 programmable buttons, while the average mouse has 6 programmable buttons.
    7 vs 6
  • Profile switch button
    This mouse includes a profile switching button, while the average mouse does not. 16% of mice include a profile switching button.
  • 3 more buttons
    This mouse has 9 buttons, while the average mouse has 6 buttons.
    9 vs 6
  • 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.
  • 74.4% higher mouse weight
    This mouse weighs 143 g, while the average mouse weighs 82 g.
    143 g vs 82 g
  • 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.
  • 800 DPI higher minimum setting
    This mouse has a minimum DPI of 1,000 DPI, while the average mouse has a minimum DPI of 200 DPI.
    1,000 DPI vs 200 DPI
  • 10 million clicks shorter switch lifespan
    This mouse 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
  • 6.38x less popular
    Redragon M812 Plank is less popular than the average mouse (1 vs 6.4).
    1 vs 6.38
  • 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.
  • 6.38x less popular
    Redragon M812 Plank is less popular than the average mouse (1 vs 6.4).
    1 vs 6.38
  • 12.7% worse value for money
    Redragon M812 Plank has worse value for money than the average mouse (6.49 vs 7.3).
    6.49 vs 7.31
  • 800 DPI higher minimum setting
    This mouse has a minimum DPI of 1,000 DPI, while the average mouse has a minimum DPI of 200 DPI.
    1,000 DPI vs 200 DPI
  • 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.
  • 10 million clicks shorter switch lifespan
    This mouse 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
  • 74.4% higher mouse weight
    This mouse weighs 143 g, while the average mouse weighs 82 g.
    143 g vs 82 g

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Redragon M812 Plank

  • High-performance PixArt PAW3335 sensor with accurate tracking and up to 16,000 DPI
  • Ergonomic right-handed design with textured side grips for stability
  • Excellent value for money, offering high-end specs at a budget price point
  • Highly customizable with 7 to 9 programmable buttons and 5 onboard memory profiles
  • Vibrant RGB lighting with multiple preset patterns
  • Fast 1000Hz polling rate ensuring responsive gameplay

What customers don't like about Redragon M812 Plank

  • The 1.8m braided cable can feel stiff and may drag without a mouse bungee
  • Some users report the scroll wheel can feel heavy, tilted, or produce loud noise
  • The rapid-fire side button is positioned too far forward for some hand sizes
  • Click sounds are described as quite loud
  • Macro software can occasionally be finicky or require a wired connection for updates

Verdict

The Redragon M812-RGB Plank is an ergonomic wired gaming mouse featuring the PixArt PAW3335 optical sensor with a maximum sensitivity of 16,000 DPI and a 1,000 Hz polling rate. It boasts nine programmable buttons, including a rapid-fire key, and supports five onboard memory profiles for custom macro and lighting configurations. Its design includes textured side grips and an integrated thumb rest for stability, complemented by customizable RGB lighting with up to 16.8 million colours and nine distinct modes. Major pros include its high tracking speed of 400 IPS, 40G maximum acceleration, and durable Huano switches rated for 20 million clicks. Potential cons include its relatively heavy weight of approximately 143g compared to ultra-light competitors and a lack of wireless connectivity or weight adjustment options.

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