10 Best Wireless Gaming Mice in 2022

The wireless gaming mouse seems too good of a thing to be true, right? Well, you probably won’t be surprised if I told you that a lot of people think that way, and if it weren’t for the advancement in technology, they would have been right. Wireless technology has come a long way, from the G502 Lightspeed to Corsair Harpoon wireless and even the SteelSeries Sensei wireless. Mice have advanced so much in recent years that today, not even the greatest wired mouse can hold a candle to the best wireless gaming mouse there is. 

But I realize a lot of people will disagree with that statement, after all, wireless is still a brand new technology, and until a couple of years ago it was not viable for gaming at all. There were connectivity and latency issues, the mice did not perform as well as their wired counterparts and no one in the professional world of esports played with a wireless mouse, however, all that is changing and some people are catching on.

Long gone are the days when you couldn’t get that headshot because your wireless mouse lagged on you, new and innovative connective technology makes traditional mice obsolete, especially those who have subpar cables that produce drag. Long gone are the days when you would have to worry about your battery running out. As charging times are getting shorter, the mouse’s life is getting longer, and with the invention of the rechargeable battery, you won’t have to worry about buying new AA batteries every week!

Of course, there is also arguably the most important invention for the wireless gaming mouse world and that is a technology like Logitech’s PowerPlay. Which will charge the battery while you are playing — as long as the mouse stays on the mouse pad.

So you see, wireless mice are the future. But you don’t have to take my word for it — some esports pros have thrown away their wired mouse entirely, and have opted for a wireless gaming experience, especially in the FPS scene. 

I am not saying that wireless technology will replace the wired mouse entirely, at least not anytime soon. I’m just saying that wireless is not as bad as some people think and that some wireless mice, like the ones on this list, could even rival wired mice such as the Basilisk V2.

Best Wireless Gaming Mouse – At A Glance

1. Best Wireless Mouse for Customization – Razer Basilisk Ultimate
2. Best Wireless Mouse for Ambidextrous Users – Razer Viper Ultimate
3. Best Button Versatility in a Wireless Mouse – Razer Naga Pro
4. Best Battery Life in a Wireless Mouse – HP Omen Vector Wireless
5. Best Wireless Mouse for Large Hands – ASUS ROG Spatha
6. Best Wireless Mouse for Accuracy – SteelSeries Rival 650
7. Best Competitive Wireless Mouse – Logitech G Pro Wireless
8. Best Budget Wireless Mouse – Logitech G305
9. Best Wireless Mouse for MMO and MOBA Gaming – Logitech G604 Lightspeed
10. Best Wireless Mouse Overall – Logitech G502 Lightspeed

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Top 10 Wireless Gaming Mice in 2022

Wireless gaming mice are the future. Whether you believe that or not, no one can deny that they have been getting better and better. So much so that they deserve a review of their own, which brings us to here, the top 10 wireless gaming mice in 2022.

1. Razer Basilisk Ultimate – Best Wireless Mouse for Customization

When you look up ‘customization’ in the dictionary, there should be a picture of this mouse on the side. The Razer Basilisk Ultimate is one of those mice that is good at everything, even for those of us who want a lot of variety in our gaming experience. Actually, if you are someone who loves MMOs and FPS titles equally then this snake is the perfect choice for you. If you can splurge on the price, that is.

This pro wireless gaming mouse has an ergonomic design with a smooth face, textured grips, and the usual thumb rest. There is also RGB lighting on the logo, scroll wheel, and above the thumb buttons.

The layout of the Basilisk Ultimate is not surprising, you have your left and right-click, and a scroll wheel. There are also 2 buttons behind the scroll wheel which adjust the DPI setting, as well as 2 additional thumb buttons. But we are not done yet, so far things have been pretty standard and maybe this entire mouse would have been nothing too special if it wasn’t for the small paddle-looking thing right under the thumb buttons. Appropriately named the “multifunctional paddle,” this is essentially an extra button that does whatever you set it to do. Personally, I prefer to use it as a sniper button, which when held will lower the DPI. If for some reason, however, you don’t like the paddle itself, you can simply remove it and replace it with a rubber grip.

Once you flip the mouse over, you will find 2 more buttons, one for profile switching and the other for adjusting the scroll wheel resistance. Which are always a nice addition to any wireless gaming mouse, but I would have liked it better if the scroll wheel resistance was a little more accessible. Otherwise, I don’t have any complaints here.

Like most other Razer mice, the Basilisk Ultimate comes with the Synapse software. Which you can use to change the RGB lighting, adjust the programmable buttons, create game profiles, and much, much more. Nothing unusual here either.

Where this mouse truly shines is in its wireless functionality and battery life. The Basilisk can reach an estimated 100 hours of battery, that is if you turn off all the RGB lighting. With the lighting turned on, the gaming mouse will last you about 20 to 25 hours, depending on how much you use it, and if you remember to turn it off at night. But you won’t have to worry about forgetting to charge the battery as there is a small RGB light on the bottom of the mouse, which tells you when it’s about to die. 

You can charge the mouse via a micro USB cable that connects to the PC and essentially turns the Basilisk into a wired gaming mouse. If that’s not your thing, then you can use the charging dock and restore your mouse’s HP, wirelessly. 

Other than that, the connectivity is pretty decent. You can use the mouse from your living room and the performance will still be topnotch. I did not experience any lag or latency issues, however, the mouse does lack Bluetooth connectivity.

The optical sensor is a Focus+ model, has a maximum DPI of 20,000, along with a lift-off distance of 1.2 mm, and a polling rate of 1000Hz. I tested this wireless gaming mouse in Overwatch and World of Warcraft. The paddle was a great addition for both the games, in Overwatch it provided a much-needed sniper button, especially when playing as Widowmaker, and in WoW it was an additional thumb button for that extra spell. All in all, I would recommend this mouse to anyone seeking a great all-rounder.

2. Razer Viper Ultimate – Best Wireless Mouse for Ambidextrous Users

Left-handed people have it the hardest, at least in the gaming world. It’s difficult to find a mouse suited for lefties and even more so a good one. That is why I love the Razer Viper Ultimate, it combines high-end wireless technology with an ambidextrous design and it does it so well, that I am surprised more mice have not followed in its footsteps.

This wireless gaming mouse has a certain simplistic charm to it. The Viper Ultimate is covered in hard plastic with rubber grips on both sides. As you might have guessed the ambidextrous design is completely symmetrical with 2 thumb buttons on either side. The back of the mouse is wide and extended, with the Razer logo sitting neatly on top. This PC gaming mouse is perfect for palm grip and fingertip grip users. In fact, in my opinion, the extended back makes this the best palm grip mouse out there. But the mouse might not be as comfortable for people with larger hands.

As for the mouse feet? They are made from 100% PTFE and glide smoothly on most surfaces, and even more so on a mouse pad. Now, this may be a wireless mouse but it also has a wired mode. The cable is flexible and produces minimum drag, and while it’s not entirely needed it’s nice to have the option to choose between a wired or wireless mouse for gaming whenever you want to.

Now onto, arguably the most important part of any wireless mouse, the performance and battery life, which are the biggest reasons that make the Razer Viper Ultimate one of the best wireless gaming mice out there. 

The connectivity is simply amazing, when I was tasting the mouse every single one of my actions was neatly reproduced on the screen. I experienced no lag or latency issues and the connection is wide enough that you can play in your living room. As for the battery? It lasted for around 5 days with constant usage and RGB lighting turned on. When your battery runs out, there are two ways you can charge it. With the USB cable or with the charging dock which also has an RGB lighting strip on the bottom. You can sync up the charging dock with your gaming keyboard and/or mouse so the RGB lighting in all the devices can flow neatly into a single pattern.

Like most other Razer mice, the Viper Ultimate comes with the Synapse software. Which you can use to adjust the 8 programmable buttons, as well as the RGB lighting and DPI settings. You can also program a dedicated HyperShift button which will allow you to access a whole second set of commands, essentially doubling the number of buttons at your disposal.

This wireless mouse has an optical sensor with 99.6% resolution accuracy and a minimum DPI rating of 100 and a maximum of 20,000. I tested this Razer optical mouse on a number of games including Overwatch, World of Warcraft, and Assassin’s Creed: Valhalla. The mouse worked perfectly on all the titles. It was lightweight, I was able to get in and out of the battle with Tracer like it was nothing. The connectivity was so good that I did not have any problem pledging and conquering in Assassin’s Creed: Valhalla. And the HyperShift button was a big help for button versatility in WoW. All in all, I would recommend this mouse to anyone who wants a good, wireless all-rounder.

3. Razer Naga Pro – Best Button Versatility in a Wireless Mouse

The Razer Naga Pro is widely considered to be the wireless version of one of my all-time favorite mice — The Razer Naga Trinity. The Naga Pro features the same customizability as the Trinity, only to a lesser degree in my opinion. But that doesn’t mean it’s bad in any way, when you are not comparing it to one of the best gaming mice of all time, this RGB wireless mouse could be considered top tier.

If you have seen the Naga Trinity before or any other Naga mice, then you would know what the Razer Naga Pro looks like. It has a large, wide-body with a tall profile and a ton of buttons, which means it’s not fit for small hands. The surface of the wireless gaming mouse is covered in dark matte plastic and there are textured grips on both sides.

The Naga Pro has 3 side panels in total: one with the standard 12 thumb buttons MMO style, one with the standard 2 thumb buttons FPS style, and one with 6 thumb buttons arranged in 2 rows. Other than that, you have your typical left and right-click as well as the scroll wheel, beneath which are 2 DPI buttons.

Once you flip the mouse over, on the bottom you will find the on/off switch, a button that circles between your profiles, and a power toggle button which changes from a wireless connection to a Bluetooth one. It’s always nice to see a Bluetooth gaming mouse, as they are getting rarer and rarer.

This wireless RGB mouse, of course, comes with the Synapse software, which you can use to change the RGB lighting and program the buttons as well as create profiles and adjust the power options, among other things. 

Much more importantly, the Naga Pro’s battery life can last you up to 100 hours on wireless, that is, if you turn off the RGB lighting. With the lighting the mouse will most likely last you a couple of days. There is one small problem though, unlike most modern wireless mice, the Naga Pro does not come with a charging dock, so the only way to revive it is with the USB cable. Which admittedly is not a big issue, but still deserves a mention.

Bigger problems arrive with wireless connectivity. I have found that while the connection is really strong, at times the mouse will simply stop transmitting for a second or two, which can get a bit annoying, especially if you are in a match. But that is only with the wireless connection, I have had no problems with the Bluetooth one, so I would recommend you stick with that, so the mouse doesn’t give out when you need it most.

On the other hand, the optical sensor of this bad boy is pretty good. It has a maximum DPI of 20,000 with 99.6% resolution accuracy. The sensor is also equipped with an intelligent function that allows it to become more accurate over time. 

I tested this mouse out in Fortnite, World of Warcraft, and Overwatch. The 6 button panel was perfect for a battle royal game, such as Fortnite, and I also managed to sneak in a little Outward in my free time and the mouse worked perfectly with the RPG as well. The 12 button panel was a great help in the raid I did in WoW, which is not surprising considering this is an MMO mouse with some extra features, at least in my opinion. The mouse, however, stumbled when it came to Overwatch and other FPS games, the bulky design, and heavyweight is not ideal for the fast-paced world of first-person shooters. In the end, I would recommend the Naga Pro to anyone who is looking for a versatile wireless gaming mouse and doesn’t strictly play FPS games.

4. HP Omen Vector Wireless – Best Battery Life in a Wireless Mouse

If you are tired of constantly having to charge your mouse over and over again, then the HP Omen Vector Wireless is for you. This gaming mouse has the longest battery life out of all the entries on this list, and one of the longest in the whole market. But that is not all that it has going for it.

This pro wireless gaming mouse feels solid without being too heavy. Actually, the mouse is pretty light, although it does not look like it. Are there lighter mice out there? Sure, but do they look as solid as the Omen Vector? No sir. This wireless gaming mouse is comfortable to hold and you will have an easy time moving it around the mouse pad. 

The Omen Vector has a curved thumb rest and textured grips on both sides. The body of the mouse is covered in a plastic chassis and it is perfect for a palm grip style. The mouse also works perfectly well with a claw grip, but users with smaller hands might have a slightly more difficult time.

The PC gaming mouse has a total of 6 programmable buttons. Of course, you have your main ones, the left-click, right-click, and scroll wheel with an additional DPI button behind it, and 2 thumb buttons. Although the mouse is lacking in the button department it does have a damn good wireless connection.

I have never experienced any lag or latency issues with this wireless mouse. The battery life will last you 180 hours with the RGB lighting turned off and 80 hours with it on. This is pretty amazing for a wireless mouse, but if you want some extra battery life, there is a little trick I discovered that you can use to save battery while the RGB lighting is on. Using the dedicated software, you can make the lighting on the logo turn off whenever the mouse is moving, this way you will save battery and you won’t notice that the LED is off, because the logo sits under your palm.

If your battery does, however, run out, you won’t have to worry about waiting for long, as HP claims that this is the world’s fastest charging mouse. Basically, 30 seconds of charging will get you an hour’s worth of gaming time, with the RGB lighting turned off. This amazingly fast charging time is due to the special USB-C cable which charges way faster than the typical MicroUSB that most wireless gaming mice use. What’s more, to conserve battery life the Omen Vector automatically powers down after 5 minutes of inactivity. And now I am left scratching my head and wondering why don’t more mice do this? It seems like something so obvious and simple, yet the Omen is the only wireless gaming mouse I have seen that shuts down after a period of inactivity.

Like every other gaming mouse, the Vector also has a dedicated gaming software, called the HP Omen Command Center. While the software might take too long to load at times, it does have a personality and a certain gamer charm. Using it you can do all the typical stuff, like reprogram the buttons, change the RGB lighting, and turn on the power-saving mode. But there is a slight problem, the gaming mouse has no onboard memory, which makes it a little difficult if you are traveling. 

Other than that, the Omen Vector uses the PixArt PAW3335 optical sensor. Which has a DPI range of 100 to 16,000 as well as a max velocity of 450 IPS. My biggest problem with this sensor is that the DPI increments are set to 100 and you cannot change that. This means that when you cycle through the DPI the number will jump by 100 instead of the typical 50, which leads to less customization in my opinion.

I tested the mouse in Overwatch, Fortnite, and World of Warcraft. The mouse worked perfectly well with Overwatch as its solid and light design made it easy to flick headshots with Widowmaker. I would have liked there to be more buttons, especially for a game like Fortnite, but it still performed well enough. The mouse stumbled with World of Warcraft though. There are not enough buttons for all the spells that you will need to use in this or any other MMORPG game. But if you are looking for a solid gaming mouse with long battery life, I would definitely recommend this one.

5. ASUS ROG Spatha – Best Wireless Mouse for Large Hands

If you are tired of small mice — which I don’t know how you could be, then the Asus Rog Spatha is the perfect companion for you. The mouse is weird-looking and bulky, it’s not meant for smaller hands, as I am sure you have guessed, but it does fit every grip style. 

This is a wireless mouse, that does not look like a mouse at all but a spaceship instead. The Asus Rog Spatha is one of those alternative mice that choose to forgo the typical design in favor of something more out there. It has a matte black design, with three RGB lighting zones: one on the scroll wheel, one on the logo, and one on the side buttons as well. Oh, and yeah, the mouse is also covered in sharp angler shapes.

Despite all this, its ergonomic design is quite comfortable to hold. The textured grips on both sides provide a nice smooth feeling surface and the thumb rest is one of the nicest I have ever seen. 

The wireless gaming mouse feels very solid to the touch. The base frame is made out of metal and nothing feels loose or wobbly. I heard somewhere that this mouse can withstand a few bumps and drops so, I decided to get my JerryRigEverything on and test the durability, of course, after I had finished testing everything else. In fact, this part you are reading right now is the part that I wrote last. 

I have got to say, the Asus Rog Spatha is really durable, if you accidentally drop it from your desk you won’t notice any scratches or damages on the mouse, same if you slam it on the desk. But let’s say you get really angry and throw the mouse into the wall as hard as you can. Well, then you might need a new mouse, but you might not, depending on how hard you throw it.

Moving on, the feet are also pretty decent and can glide smoothly on any mouse pad. The wired mode of this mouse, however, is pretty average. The braided cable feels stiff and inflexible, not to mention it’s really long and can get in the way. But that’s not a big issue, seeing as how this is mainly a wireless mouse. 

Speaking of which, the wireless connectivity of the Rog Spatha is pretty good and I did not experience any lag or latency issues while gaming or surfing the web. However, the mouse does lack a Bluetooth connection.

As for the battery? It will last you up to 3 days with RGB lighting on and double that with the lighting off. This pro wireless gaming mouse has a large receiver that doubles as the charging dock. It takes around 2 hours for it to fully charge up, that is if you are not using it. 

Other than that the mouse has a total of 12 programmable buttons. Apart from the right and left-click and the scroll wheel, beneath which is a single DPI button. There are also 2 more studs at the edge of the left-click and 6 thumb buttons in total, arranged in an interesting pattern. It’s worth mentioning that the thumb button layout is unlike any other I have ever seen, and it does take some getting used to.

Using the dedicated gaming software called the Rog Armory 2, you can reprogram the buttons, change the RGB lighting and enable something called a standby mode, which conserves battery. Nothing unusual here.

The wireless gaming mouse is equipped with a laser sensor, however, it does not work on glass. The sensor has a minimum DPI of 50 and a maximum of 8,500 with a polling rate of 2000 Hz, which seems like a lot, but the difference between 2000 and 1000 Hz is barely noticeable to the human eye.

I tested this mouse in Overwatch, World of Warcraft, and Starcraft Remastered. The mouse worked perfectly well in WoW and in Starcraft, the array of buttons were a big help, but it took me a while to get used to the layout. However, the wireless gaming mouse stumbled when it came to Overwatch — as you might have imagined. Its bulky build is not suited for the fast-paced world of FPS games. So if you are searching for a cool first-person shooter mouse, I would recommend looking elsewhere. Otherwise, this is the perfect addition to your gaming experience.

6. SteelSeries Rival 650 – Best Wireless Mouse for Accuracy

If you are searching for a mouse that can deliver you the headshots you deserve, then the SteelSeries Rival 650 is the one for you. This mouse may not be as lightweight as some other FPS mice, but it has an amazing accuracy that makes up for that.

This pro wireless gaming mouse has a familiar design and if you have seen pictures of — or perhaps owned — the SteelSeries Rival 600, you would know exactly what I am talking about. The Rival 650 has a gamer-friendly design, its body is entirely black with some gray undertones and RGB lighting on the logo, scroll wheel, and two strips on the body. It’s mainly black with some gray accents throughout, and there are grips on both sides as well as an extremely comfy thumb rest. 

The wireless gaming mouse has an all-plastic body and feels solid to the touch. Nothing feels loose or wobbly and all the buttons are satisfying to click. The Rival 650 is extremely comfortable to hold and the body feels soft. Sadly, however, this RGB wireless mouse is not suited for small hands. But it is suited for palm grip and fingertip grip users.

As for the mouse feet and cable. The mouse glides perfectly well on any mouse pad and when in wired mode, the cable feels a bit stiff.

Other than that the gaming mouse has a total of 7 fully programmable buttons. Of course, you have the typical left and right-click, as well as the scroll wheel, behind which is the DPI button. There are also 3 thumb buttons on the side and a low click latency. The wireless mouse’s buttons are equipped with mechanical switches but are still quiet when pressed.

The connectivity of this PC gaming mouse is pretty good, I experienced no lag or latency issues when playing online or browsing Reddit. The battery is rechargeable and it will last you about 24 hours. It also charges really fast, as 15 minutes of being plugged in equals around 10 hours of battery life. The problem lies with the fact that you can only connect the wireless USB receiver to the mouse, there is no charging dock. Oh, and there is also no Bluetooth connection, which is an immediate minus in my green book.

The Rival 650 comes with the SteelSeries Engine 3, which has to be my favorite proprietary software out there. It has a ton of customization, like battery-saving options, a sleep timer, angle snapping, and much more. You can of course also create profiles, change the keymapping and store everything on the on-board memory.

Now here is where things get interesting. The mouse actually had 2 sensors, the standard optical one and a special depth sensor which is aimed at reducing the lift-off distance. The optical sensor is called TrueMove 3 and it has a maximum DPI of 12,000 as well as a polling rate of 1000 Hz and a lift-off distance of 1.2 mm — the lift-off distance drops to 0.5 mm with the depth sensor. The optical sensor also has distortion-free precision, it is engineered with true 1 to 1 tracking.

I tested this mouse out in all the typical titles: Overwatch, World of Warcraft, Outward, and Starcraft Remastered. Although it’s a bit bulky, the gaming wireless mouse was light enough for the fast-paced world of Overwatch and most other FPS games. The extra thumb buttons came in really handy in Outward and Starcraft, but I found that they were not enough for World of Warcraft. I would recommend this mouse to anyone who is looking for a general gaming mouse, but one that is not strictly for MMOs.

7. Logitech G Pro Wireless – Best Competitive Wireless Mouse

The Logitech G Pro Wireless is the mouse that every aspiring esports athlete should have. It’s lightweight and compact, it has no over-the-top features and it is perfectly balanced for FPS games. Personally, this is one of my all-time favorite Logitech mice and I cannot recommend it enough if you don’t mind the steep price.

The ergonomic design is simple with nothing too extravagant. The mouse is made from matte plastic and there is a Logitech logo on the back. Personally, I am a big fan of the minimalistic look and if done right I prefer it more than those over-the-top mice. Not to mention that the wireless mouse is portable. This is perfect for those of us who find ourselves constantly traveling and gaming on the go. 

You also don’t have to worry about the Logitech wireless gaming mouse feeling uncomfortable, as the device is perfect for all hand sizes and every grip style. You also don’t have to worry about being left-handed as the G Pro Wireless — like the Viper Ultimate before it — is truly ambidextrous. 

As for the build quality of the gaming mouse? Well, it’s top-notch. The mouse feels solid and sturdy with no loose or wobbly parts. The mouse feet are amazing and slide perfectly well on any surface as if they were on a mouse pad. The wire of this pro wireless mouse is a bit stiff, but seeing as how this is a wireless device first, it’s not such a big problem, but I still thought it deserved a mention. 

The gaming mouse has a total of 8 buttons, 7 of which are programmable. You have the usual left, right-click, and scroll wheel. You also have 4 thumb buttons in total, 2 on the left side and 2 on the right all of which are removable.

The buttons themselves are equipped with a mechanical switch for a click latency of 10 ms in wireless and 9 ms in wired mode, which is excellent. However, the mouse is a bit loud and there is the risk of waking up your roommate if you are playing in the middle of the night.

Once you flip the mouse over, you will find an on/off switch as well as a DPI button. The Logitech wireless gaming mouse has chosen to have a cleaner design instead of a more functional one. I personally like to have my DPI button available within a finger’s reach, but it’s not such a big issue for me.

The G Pro of course comes with the dedicated Logitech gaming software — G Hub — which you can use to program a G-Shift button, essentially doubling the number of inputs at your disposal. You can also use the G Hub to change the color of the logo on the back and create profiles for different games.

At this point, I should probably mention wireless technology. During my testing, I experienced no lag or latency issues in the wireless or wired mode. The battery life is decent and it will last you between 40 to 50 hours, depending on whether you are making full use of the RGB lighting or not. The G Pro Wireless also supports Powerplay, which is always a plus in my book. The one downside, however, is the lack of a Bluetooth connection. I realize that most people think that wireless is better, but it’s nice to have another option. 

As for the mouse’s optical sensor? It’s the Hero 25K, which offers a DPI range of 100 minimum and 25,600 maximum, with increments of 50.

Now, I tested this mouse in my favorite games: Overwatch, World of Warcraft, and Civilization VI. The lightweight design was perfect for Overwatch and would be for any other FPS game, so much so that it made me believe that this is probably the lightest wireless gaming mouse out there — don’t quote me on that. The mouse was precise enough for Civilization where I built up my Anglo-Saxon army and dominated the world. Although not as good as a dedicated MMO mouse, the extra buttons and G-Shift technology did wonders in WoW. If for some reason you don’t want to buy a dedicated MMO mouse, I would definitely recommend this as an alternative.

8. Logitech G305  – Best Budget Wireless Mouse

If you want a simple wireless mouse without having to take out all your life savings, the Logitech G305 is the perfect mouse for you. It has no over-the-top features and no extravagant design. While it’s true that to make a cheap wireless gaming mouse you need to forego some more high-end features, but a good budget mouse will strike a perfect balance between the two. In my opinion, the G305 is the best budget wireless gaming mouse out there.

This mouse has a smooth, comfortable design with a ridged scroll wheel, slim thumb buttons, and no wasted space. It is perfect for both palm and claw grip users and is lighter than most other wireless mice on this list. One minor downside, however, is that the mouse has no RGB lighting, for me that’s not a really big deal, but if you are a hardcore gamer who likes to display 

their team’s color, I can see this being a problem for you. 

The wireless gaming mouse has a total of 6 programmable buttons, the left-click, right-click, and of course, the scroll wheel beneath which is the adjustable DPI button. Two slick thumb buttons decorate the left side and while the mouse has no additional buttons on the right, it is technically symmetrical.

Once you flip the mouse over there is the on/off switch and a small compartment that stores the wireless USB dongle. As for the connectivity itself, well it can reach over 10 feet in case you wanted to play in your living room. Personally, I experienced no issues with latency or lag, whether I was in my gaming chair or on the couch. There is one problem, however, and that is the fact that you can only connect via a USB dongle. So this is another wireless mouse that lacks a Bluetooth connection.

Another major problem for me is that the mouse battery is not rechargeable. The G305 runs on AA batteries, which technically you can recharge if you buy additional equipment from a third party, but I don’t think that’s really worth it. Now Logitech claims that the battery life will last you up to 250 hours, which admittedly is a pretty long time.

As for the optical sensor? Well, it might not be the best out there, but it’s still pretty good. The G305 runs on the Hero sensor and it has a DPI range from 200 to 12,000 with zero smoothing, filtering, or acceleration.

You can adjust the DPI with the dedicated button or simply by going to the G Hub. Which you can also use to program the different buttons and create up to 5 profiles that are stored in the on-board memory.

I tested the mouse out in Rogue Company, World of Warcraft, and Overwatch. The G305 is lightweight enough to be a dream mouse for any FPS fan — I had a blast running around and taking pot shots as Lancer and as Tracer. The mouse also worked well enough with World of Warcraft, however, due to the lack of buttons I can not recommend this mouse for any hardcore MMO player, if you are more of a casual fan though, then all is well.

9. Logitech G604 Lightspeed – Best Wireless Mouse for MMO and MOBA Gaming

So far on this gaming mouse review, we have covered some mice that are decent for MMO games, and some I would never recommend to any MMO fan, but none were dedicated to that specific genre — until now. It’s time for something different. The Logitech G604 Lightspeed is the perfect gaming mouse for any MMO fan, especially a hardcore MMO fan.

This Logitech wireless gaming mouse has an ergonomic design, with textured grips on both sides, a textured palm, and thumb rest. The mouse is very comfortable to hold and perfect for those who prefer claw grip or to a lesser extent palm grip style. The mouse is big, really big, so I would not recommend it to anyone with smaller hands. 

The G604 Lightspeed gaming mouse has a total of 15 programmable buttons. You have the left and right-click and the scroll wheel, which also tilts from side to side. Beneath it are 2 more buttons, one to adjust the scroll wheel resistance, and one to switch between wireless and Bluetooth connectivity — finally a mouse that has Bluetooth. At the edge of the left-click are 2 studs marked that act as a DPI button. Other than that there are 6 thumb buttons on the left side, although their layout takes some getting used to, the buttons themselves are quite satisfying to press.

Problems arise, however, with the battery. As the Logitech gaming mouse only works with AA batteries, which I really don’t like. The battery life will last you up to 240 hours with the dongle and up to 5 months with Bluetooth. Its connectivity is decent, although it was a bit slower with Bluetooth than it was with the dongle, but not enough for the average consumer to notice.

Other than that, like every other Logitech gaming mouse, the G604 comes with the G Hub software, which you can use to program buttons, including the activation of a certain G-Shift function, essentially doubling the number of commands at your disposal. Normally you would also use the G Hub to adjust the RGB lighting, but since this wireless gaming mouse has none, there is nothing to adjust.

The Logitech gaming mouse runs on the Hero 25K optical sensor which gives it a maximum DPI of 25,600 with zero smoothing, filtering, or acceleration and 1:1 tracking. The sensor is precise and flawless no matter which game you are playing.

I tested out the wireless gaming mouse in League of Legends, World of Warcraft, and Overwatch. The mouse was perfect in almost all the titles. In League of Legends, I carried the game with my favorite character Master Yi, this is in large part due to the extra buttons which I used for my abilities. The mouse was perfect with WoW, and if you think the 15 buttons are not enough, the G-Shift will quickly fix that problem. However, the wireless mouse stumbled when it came to Overwatch and other FPS titles. Due to its heavy weight and bulky build, the G604 is not fit for the fast-paced world of first-person shooters. 

10. Logitech G502 Lightspeed – Best Wireless Mouse Overall

And thus we have reached the summit of this gaming mouse review. The Logitech G502 Lightspeed is a wondrous blend of wireless technology, customizability, and the amazing Hero 25K sensor. My best friend actually owns this mouse and she is in love with it, so much so that it took a lot of convincing and bribery to borrow it from her for this gaming mouse review.

The wireless mouse has a large, ergonomic design with textured grips on either side as well as a curved thumb rest. The significant build of this mouse means that I cannot in good conscience recommend it to people with smaller hands, as they will find it difficult to hold. Otherwise, the look of the gaming mouse is angular and it kinda looks like a spaceship.

The G502 has a total of 10 programmable buttons; you have the right and left-clicks as well as the scroll wheel, right below which is a small button that adjusts its resistance. Yet again I have found myself wondering why don’t more mice incorporate this feature as it is really useful in my gaming experience.

Beneath that special resistance button is another button that checks the battery level, not as necessary but just as useful. At the edge of the left click are a pair of DPI buttons and below them sit 2 large thumb buttons, and a “sniper” button, which lowers the DPI when held. 

Once you flip the G502 Lightspeed over, you will find the usual on/off switch as well as a small, circular compartment that simply pops off the mouse. This is where the wireless dongle is kept, but you can also use it for the PowerPlay battery. If you don’t have that particular rechargeable battery, then you can also store up to two additional 4-gram weights, which is a feature I always like to see. The small, trapezoidal weights are pretty easy to remove and put back in, especially when compared to older Logitech models. Admittedly, you can not use the tunable weights and the PowerPlay battery at the same time, which sucks but it’s not the end of the world.

The wireless gaming mouse also has the G Hub, which will allow you to reprogram all the buttons to your liking, as well as store them on the on-board memory. You can also program a second set of commands using the G-Shift function. This wireless RGB mouse actually does not have a tone of lighting. In fact, the only RGB lighting is the logo on the palm rest. Still, you can use the G Hub to make that puppy shiny.

Now to arguably the most important feature of any wireless mouse….the wirelessness. The connectivity was flawless, whether I was in the middle of my daily Overwatch match or simply surfing the web, I did not experience any lag or latency issues whatsoever. The battery life can last up to 48 hours on a single charge, that is if you disable the RGB lighting and remember to switch off the mouse at night — an activity I sometimes forget to do. With the PowerPlay battery, however, you can go as long as you like. It allows you to play while the mouse is constantly being charged by the PowerPlay mouse pad.

Now, this is where I mention the Hero 25K sensor. It is capable of 400+ IPS tracking speed and up to 25,600 DPI. In my experience, it is extremely responsive and precise, but you already knew that. 

I tested this mouse in Overwatch, World of Warcraft, and Civilization VI. The tunable weights were a welcomed addition as you can remove them entirely for more fast-paced games like Overwatch or put them in for slower games like Civilization VI. The wireless gaming mouse also worked surprisingly well with World of Warcraft, the addition of the G-Shift function provided some much-needed button versatility. I would definitely recommend the G502 Lightspeed to anyone who is seeking a general gaming mouse, that is if they don’t mind the price.

Honorable Mentions

More and more wireless mice are being released into the market, as technology improves so does the number of products. That’s why I couldn’t cover all the extraordinary devices that I wanted to. That is also why I created this section of the article so that I can tell you about some more amazing wireless mice, that are just as good as the ones on the list but for one reason or another, simply didn’t manage to make it.

Corsair Dark Core RGB Pro SE

The Corsair Dark Core RGB Pro SE is overall impressive. The wireless gaming mouse has an optical sensor with a maximum of 18,000 DPI and adjustment increments of 1. It also has a low click latency and a really high polling rate, however, the sensor itself isn’t consistent at all.

Corsair Harpoon RGB Wireless

The Corsair Harpoon Wireless mouse is one of the best gaming mice for FPS games. It has a low click latency with both wired wireless modes, and the optical sensor is extremely consistent. In general, this gaming mouse is extremely durable, but the mouse feet are on the average side and the cable can be a bit stiff in wired mode.

Alienware 610M

The Alienware AW610M has a symmetrical, ergonomic design. It feels quite comfortable to hold and is perfect for a palm grip. This mouse looks amazing, it has a flashy design that is quite durable. It also has a great sensor and customization, but it is a bit on the heavy side and I would not recommend it for FPS games.

Methodology

We all know that a major drawback of wireless mice is their steep price. Although the average cost has been decreasing as a whole, it’s still a long way before it reaches the current wired mouse market cap.

This can be especially problematic if you need to review and test, let’s say ten or so wireless mice, and then never use them again. My wallet would be crying right now if I didn’t have some wonderful friends and colleagues who helped me find the mice without needing to move back into my parent’s basement.

I would like to thank those people who either let me borrow the mice they owned or knew somebody who did. Of course, not every mouse on this list is borrowed, some are rented. I am lucky enough to have a small electronic store near my apartment that lets you rent all kinds of devices. Those I could not find in that small shop I simply rented online, some took longer to get to me than others, but in the end, everything arrived safe and sound and I began to work.

I tested every wireless mouse on different surfaces and in different scenarios. I tried bringing them to work with me (one by one of course), I tried playing with and without a mouse pad, I tested the connectivity in different rooms and if it registers with an obstacle in front. I tested the mice in numerous humorous ways and wrote everything down in my little green notebook. 

Finally, I took all of my notes and compiled them into one review which I posted on the internet for all to see.

Buyers Guide

Like any piece of technology, picking the best wireless mouse can be difficult. There are a lot of factors that make a good wireless gaming mouse the best. I have written this section so that I can go over some of those factors and try to help you make the right choice for yourself. That being said, there are too many factors to cover in just one section, that’s why I have written another article just for that topic — Best Gaming Mouse 2022 – Buyer’s Guide.

Batteries

Of course, when you are trying to find a good wireless mouse for gaming, you are naturally going to look at the battery life and that’s important, but also not the only thing you should be on the lookout for. It’s important to check what type of battery the mouse uses, for example, while most mice, especially some older models, choose to go with AA batteries, more and more are going for, in my opinion, the better option Lithium batteries. Those are the types that are rechargeable and also the types that are compatible with PowerPlay and other wireless charging docks. While on the other hand, AA batteries become useless when they run out of power and you have to throw them away.

Connectivity

This is arguably the most important factor when buying a new wireless gaming mouse. Whether the device has Bluetooth and wireless or only wireless. Most mice opt out of the whole Bluetooth connectivity thing and while I can understand where they are coming from, as it is not as good as wireless connectivity, Bluetooth still has its advantages. Imagine you have a small laptop with a limited number of ports, well if your mouse does not have Bluetooth then one of those ports is going to have to go to the USB dongle which is necessary to connect via wireless. Let’s say then that you are going to travel, well with Bluetooth you don’t need to bring the dongle with you and you can use your mouse while the USB ports are occupied elsewhere. So in my opinion having a Bluetooth connection available is still a plus.

Conclusion

I am barely scratching the surface here, a lot more goes into picking the best wireless gaming mouse than meets the eye. I wish I could cover more of that here, but sadly I will have to cut this section short. If you are still interested in finding out what makes a good wireless mouse for gaming, then my Buyer’s Guide article is always available —  Best Gaming Mouse 2022 – Buyer’s Guide. 

Final Verdict

My personal favorite from this list has to be the SteelSeries Rival 650. This mouse first caught my eye with its design, then kept me with its accuracy, lag-free performance, and advanced dual sensor system.

Personally, I love lightweight and faced-paced mice, the Rival 650 with its personalized weight configuration and TrueMove3+ technology — which provides much more freedom of movement than any other mice — simply blew me away.

Then when you combine that with its 32-bit ARM processor and guaranteed 60 million clicks, the mouse has a durability of a rock and will last you a long time. It’s actually the best of both worlds, fast and durable. What more can a gamer want?

However, this is just my opinion and you might prioritize different things, as it so happens if everyone was the same the world wouldn’t be as fun as it is. 

Still, with my guide and pick for the best wireless gaming mouse, I hope I managed to help you in finding a device for yourself and maybe entertained you a little on the way.

FAQ

Q: Is a cheap wireless gaming mouse worse than an expensive one?

A: Not necessarily. A budget wireless gaming mouse can be as good as any other, the only difference is that the manufacturer has chosen a lower price in place of the newest and most hi-tech sensor, for example.

Q: If my wireless mouse uses AA batteries, can I still recharge them?

A: Technically you can buy rechargeable AA batteries, but you will also need to buy a separate device that can charge them. This is significantly more expensive than simply buying a rechargeable mouse.

Q: Can I charge my AA batteries on a PowerPlay mouse pad?

A: No. PowerPlay is only compatible with a specific type of battery. You should only consider buying PowerPlay if, on the website of your mouse or the packaging it says that it is compatible.

Q: Are wireless mice good for kids or people who are just getting into gaming?

A: Yes, a wireless mouse is just as good for beginners as a wired mouse, maybe even more so.

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Last update on 2023-12-08 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API