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Mars Gaming MMICX Review | 76 Data compared

Avg. price:~£25Connection type:USBTransducer type:condenserMax SPL:120 dB SPLSupported sample rates:96 kHzOutput connector type:USB

Mars Gaming MMICX Review: Compare 76 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Microphones category and whether it is worth buying.

7.1

Overall score

Score
7.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the microphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best microphones on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 52% of models
Score components

75%

7.1

Technical score

25%

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User score

â–²Better than 52% of microphones
7.1

Technical score

Technical score
7.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Microphones category across these key areas: Audio Performance, Connectivity, Recording, Pickup Patterns, Controls & Features, Power, Design, Accessories, Compatibility.
When it matters
When you want to compare microphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 64% of models
Score components

20%

7.7

Audio Performance

20%

6.6

Recording

16%

6.0

Pickup Patterns

16%

6.4

Controls & Features

10%

10

Power

7%

7.2

Compatibility

5%

6.5

Connectivity

3%

7.1

Design

3%

6.1

Accessories

â–²Better than 64% of microphones
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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 microphone.
When it matters
When you want to know how a microphone performs in real use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Best prices

    N/A~ £25

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Technical Specifications of microphone Mars Gaming MMICX

Technical score
Technical score
7.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Microphones category across these key areas: Audio Performance, Connectivity, Recording, Pickup Patterns, Controls & Features, Power, Design, Accessories, Compatibility.
When it matters
When you want to compare microphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 64% of models
Score components:

20%

7.7

Audio Performance

20%

6.6

Recording

16%

6.0

Pickup Patterns

16%

6.4

Controls & Features

10%

10

Power

7%

7.2

Compatibility

5%

6.5

Connectivity

3%

7.1

Design

3%

6.1

Accessories

7.1
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 microphone.
When it matters
When you want to know how a microphone performs in real use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the microphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to buy a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Mars Gaming MMICX has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than 68.3% of microphones.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the microphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a microphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 52% of models
Score components:

60%

7.1

Overall score

40%

10

Price

8.0
Microphone type
studio
Transducer type
condenser
Diaphragm size
?
Capsule type
dual
Sensitivity
-32 dBV/Pa
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Connection type
USB
Output connector type
USB
Headphone output
yes
Headphone output
yes
â–² Better than 38% of models
This microphone includes a headphone output. 62.3% of microphones include this output.
3.5 mm audio jack
yes
3.5 mm audio jack
yes
â–² Better than 37% of models
This microphone includes a 3.5 mm jack. 62.8% of microphones include this connector.
6.35 mm audio jack connector
no
6.35 mm audio jack connector
no
â–¼ Worse than 2% of models
This microphone does not include a 6.35 mm jack. 2% of microphones include this connector.
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Supported sample rates
96 kHz
Supported bit depths
16 bit
Audio interface sample rate
96 kHz
Audio interface sample rate
96 kHz
â–² Better than 58% of models
Market range: <48 kHz – >192 kHz
This microphone supports an interface sample rate of 96 kHz which is higher than that of 58.5% of microphones and equal to that of 24% of microphones.
Audio interface bit depth
24 bit
Audio interface bit depth
24 bit
â–² Better than 42% of models
Market range: <16 bit – >24 bit
This microphone supports an interface bit depth of 24 bit which is higher than that of 42.1% of microphones and equal to that of 56.7% of microphones.
Signal-to-noise ratio (DAC)
?
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N. of polar patterns
2
N. of polar patterns
2
â–² Better than 76% of models
Market range: <1 – >4
The number of selectable polar patterns offered by this microphone is 2, which is higher than that of 75.9% of microphones and equal to that of 6.5% of microphones.
Cardioid pattern
yes
Cardioid pattern
yes
â–² Better than 9% of models
This microphone supports a cardioid pickup pattern. 91% of microphones support this pattern.
Omnidirectional pattern
yes
Omnidirectional pattern
yes
â–² Better than 74% of models
This microphone supports an omnidirectional pickup pattern. 25.6% of microphones support this pattern.
Hypercardioid pattern
no
Hypercardioid pattern
no
â–¼ Worse than 2% of models
This microphone does not support a hypercardioid pickup pattern. 1.5% of microphones support this pattern.
Bidirectional pattern
no
Bidirectional pattern
no
â–¼ Worse than 17% of models
This microphone does not support a bidirectional pickup pattern. 17.1% of microphones support this pattern.
Mute function
yes
Mute function
yes
â–² Better than 32% of models
This microphone includes a mute function. 67.8% of microphones include this control.
Onboard gain control
no
Onboard gain control
no
â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
This microphone does not include onboard gain control. 51.3% of microphones include this control.
Volume control levels
1
Volume control levels
1
â–² Better than 35% of models
Market range: <0 – >2
This microphone offers volume output of 1 which is higher than that of 34.9% of microphones and equal to that of 49.5% of microphones.
Flat DSP mode
no
Flat DSP mode
no
â–¼ Worse than 26% of models
This microphone does not support a flat DSP mode. 25.6% of microphones offer this processing option.
DSP presets
0
DSP presets
0
â–¼ Worse than 17% of models
Market range: <0 – >3
This microphone offers 0 DSP presets, which is fewer than 16.6% of microphones and equal to 83.4% of microphones.
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Phantom power required
no
Phantom power required
no
â–² Better than 10% of models
This microphone does not require phantom power. 90.5% of microphones also operate without phantom power.
Phantom power voltage
N/A
USB bus-powered
yes
USB bus-powered
yes
â–² Better than 14% of models
This microphone supports USB bus power. 85.9% of microphones support USB-powered operation.
Battery life
N/A
Height
163 mm
Height
163 mm
â–² Better than 70% of models
Market range: <130 mm – >252.8 mm
This microphone is 163 mm tall, which is shorter than 69.7% of microphones and equal in height to 0.5% of microphones.
Width
48 mm
Width
48 mm
â–² Better than 87% of models
Market range: <48 mm – >109 mm
This microphone is 48 mm wide, which is narrower than 86.7% of microphones and equal in width to 3.6% of microphones.
Thickness
52 mm
Thickness
52 mm
â–² Better than 62% of models
Market range: <45 mm – >114 mm
This microphone is 52 mm thick, which is thinner than 62.1% of microphones and equal in thickness to 6.8% of microphones.
Weight
730 g
Weight
730 g
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Market range: <226.8 g – >1k g
This microphone weighs 730 g, which is heavier than 70.4% of microphones and equal in weight to 0.8% of microphones.
With included stand.
Body material
metal
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Included accessories
stand; shock mount; pop filter; cable
Shock mount included
yes
Shock mount included
yes
â–² Better than 51% of models
This microphone includes a shock mount. 49.3% of microphones include this accessory.
Pop filter included
no
Pop filter included
no
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
This microphone does not include a pop filter. 60.8% of microphones include this accessory.
Windscreen included
no
Windscreen included
no
â–¼ Worse than 32% of models
This microphone does not include a windscreen. 31.8% of microphones include this accessory.
Cable length
2 m
Cable length
2 m
â–¼ Worse than 39% of models
Market range: <1.4 m – >3 m
This microphone has a cable length of 2 m which is longer than that of 36.3% of microphones and equal to that of 25% of microphones.
Android compatibility
no
Android compatibility
no
â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
This microphone is not compatible with Android. 66.3% of microphones are compatible with Android.
iOS compatibility
no
iOS compatibility
no
â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
This microphone is not compatible with iOS. 61.8% of microphones are compatible with iOS.
Windows compatibility
yes
Windows compatibility
yes
Category Benchmark
This microphone is compatible with Windows. 100% of microphones are compatible with Windows.
macOS compatibility
yes
macOS compatibility
yes
â–² Better than 1% of models
This microphone is compatible with macOS. 99.5% of microphones are compatible with macOS.
Xbox compatibility
no
Xbox compatibility
no
â–¼ Worse than 2% of models
This microphone is not compatible with Xbox. 1.5% of microphones are compatible with Xbox.
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Mars Gaming MMICX vs the average microphone

246810TotalAudio PerformanceConnectivityRecordingPickup PatternsControls & FeaturesPowerDesignAccessoriesCompatibility
  • Supports omnidirectional pickup
    Omnidirectional pattern
    yes
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    This microphone supports omnidirectional pickup, the average microphone does not.
  • 1 more polar patterns
    N. of polar patterns
    2
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <1 – >4
    This microphone has more polar patterns than the average microphone (2 vs 1). The average microphone offers 1 polar patterns.
    2 vs 1
  • 48 kHz higher interface sample rate
    Audio interface sample rate
    96 kHz
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    Market range: <48 kHz – >192 kHz
    This microphone supports a higher audio interface sample rate than the average microphone (96 kHz vs 48 kHz). The average microphone audio interface supports 48 kHz.
    96 kHz vs 48 kHz
  • Includes shock mount
    Shock mount included
    yes
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This microphone includes a shock mount, the average microphone does not.
  • 2.8x cheaper
    Mars Gaming MMICX is cheaper than the average microphone (£25 vs £70).
    £25 vs £70
  • 2.8x cheaper
    Mars Gaming MMICX is cheaper than the average microphone (£25 vs £70).
    £25 vs £70
  • 48 kHz higher interface sample rate
    Audio interface sample rate
    96 kHz
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    Market range: <48 kHz – >192 kHz
    This microphone supports a higher audio interface sample rate than the average microphone (96 kHz vs 48 kHz). The average microphone audio interface supports 48 kHz.
    96 kHz vs 48 kHz
  • Supports omnidirectional pickup
    Omnidirectional pattern
    yes
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    This microphone supports omnidirectional pickup, the average microphone does not.
  • 1 more polar patterns
    N. of polar patterns
    2
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <1 – >4
    This microphone has more polar patterns than the average microphone (2 vs 1). The average microphone offers 1 polar patterns.
    2 vs 1
  • Includes shock mount
    Shock mount included
    yes
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This microphone includes a shock mount, the average microphone does not.
  • No gain control
    Onboard gain control
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This microphone does not include onboard gain control, the average microphone does.
  • Not compatible with iOS
    iOS compatibility
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
    This microphone is not compatible with iOS, the average microphone is.
  • Not compatible with Android
    Android compatibility
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    This microphone is not compatible with Android, the average microphone is.
  • No pop filter
    Pop filter included
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This microphone does not include a pop filter, the average microphone does.
  • 1 dB SPL lower limit
    Max SPL
    120 dB SPL
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    Market range: <110 dB SPL – >140 dB SPL
    This microphone has a lower max SPL than the average microphone (120 dB SPL vs 121 dB SPL). The average microphone handles a max SPL of 121 dB SPL.
    120 dB SPL vs 121 dB SPL
  • 32% heavier
    Weight
    730 g
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <226.8 g – >1k g
    This microphone is heavier than the average microphone (730 g vs 553 g). The average microphone weighs 553 g.
    With included stand.
    730 g vs 553 g
  • 6.22x less popular
    Mars Gaming MMICX has a lower popularity than the average microphone (1 vs 6.2).
    1 vs 6.22
  • 0.3% lower 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 microphone.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a microphone performs in real use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Mars Gaming MMICX
    the average microphone
    Mars Gaming MMICX has a lower user score than the average microphone (8.00 vs 8.027).
    8 vs 8.03
  • 6.22x less popular
    Mars Gaming MMICX has a lower popularity than the average microphone (1 vs 6.2).
    1 vs 6.22
  • 0.3% lower 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 microphone.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a microphone performs in real use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Mars Gaming MMICX
    the average microphone
    Mars Gaming MMICX has a lower user score than the average microphone (8.00 vs 8.027).
    8 vs 8.03
  • 1 dB SPL lower limit
    Max SPL
    120 dB SPL
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    Market range: <110 dB SPL – >140 dB SPL
    This microphone has a lower max SPL than the average microphone (120 dB SPL vs 121 dB SPL). The average microphone handles a max SPL of 121 dB SPL.
    120 dB SPL vs 121 dB SPL
  • No gain control
    Onboard gain control
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This microphone does not include onboard gain control, the average microphone does.
  • 32% heavier
    Weight
    730 g
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <226.8 g – >1k g
    This microphone is heavier than the average microphone (730 g vs 553 g). The average microphone weighs 553 g.
    With included stand.
    730 g vs 553 g
  • No pop filter
    Pop filter included
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This microphone does not include a pop filter, the average microphone does.
  • Not compatible with Android
    Android compatibility
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    This microphone is not compatible with Android, the average microphone is.
  • Not compatible with iOS
    iOS compatibility
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
    This microphone is not compatible with iOS, the average microphone is.

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What we like about Mars Gaming MMICX

  • Dual-pattern versatility with both cardioid and omnidirectional modes
  • High-definition 96kHz ADC chipset provides clear, professional-grade audio
  • Durable, fully metallic construction and stand
  • Built-in anti-vibration shock mount effectively reduces handling noise
  • Easy Plug-and-Play setup via USB with no drivers required
  • Convenient Smart-LED dial for switching modes and quick muting
  • Zero-latency 3.5mm headphone jack for real-time monitoring

What we don't like about Mars Gaming MMICX

  • Highly sensitive to background noise like mechanical keyboards when gain is high
  • Requires close proximity for optimal vocal clarity
  • Lacks dedicated software for advanced EQ or audio fine-tuning
  • Can occasionally peak or distort if the user speaks too loudly or yells
  • The physical size and stand may take up significant desk space

Verdict

The Mars Gaming MMICX is a professional-grade studio microphone featuring a high-definition 96kHz ADC chipset and a dual-capsule system that allows users to toggle between cardioid and omnidirectional polar patterns via a smart LED-knob. Its technical specifications include a wide frequency response of 20Hz–20kHz, a maximum sound pressure level (SPL) of 120dB, and an impedance of less than 16Ω, supported by an all-metal construction and an integrated anti-vibration shock mount. Main pros include a latency-free 3.5mm headphone jack for real-time monitoring, a quick-access mute mode, and a durable plug-and-play USB design compatible with Windows and Mac. Potential cons include a lack of dedicated software for advanced audio tuning and reports that the user must stay very close to the device for optimal sound capture.

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