Every PC gamer knows that the right gaming mouse can make or break your performance. Whether you’re a competitive gamer looking for ultrafine precision, a gamer on-the-go who needs a mouse light enough to travel, or a marathon gamer who needs excellent battery life and ergonomics, we have put together our Best Gaming Mice 2025 list to help you choose the right peripheral for you.
Every year, we at CGM look at a literal pile of gaming mice from a variety of companies. This year, our favourites came from Turtle Beach, HyperX, Razer and Corsair. These gaming mice cover all the bases, from excellent battery to budget-friendly to ultimate responsiveness. Here are our Best Gaming Mice 2025!
HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless Mouse
Performance is where the HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless truly shines. It is equipped with a HyperX Custom Core Sensor capable of up to 12,000 DPI with a maximum polling rate of 1,000Hz, which is more than enough sensitivity for even the most competitive players. Whether you’re playing fast-paced FPS games like Call of Duty or MMOs that require more precise control, the sensor’s high DPI ensures flawless tracking and pinpoint accuracy.
Another standout feature of the Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless is its impressive battery life. HyperX claims that a single battery can last up to 100 hours. I’ve been using it for work and gaming for about three weeks and haven’t had to change the battery yet. The long battery really surprised me; while it would have been nice to be rechargeable if a battery gives us that kind of longevity, then it’s worth it. Even with the RGB lighting activated, which is customizable in the app as well, the mouse’s battery life remains highly competitive compared to other wireless gaming mice in the same price range.
If you’re looking for a wireless gaming mouse that offers great performance and value, the HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless is an excellent choice. It’s lightweight, responsive, and feature-packed, making it ideal for anyone looking to step up their gaming setup without going over budget.
Featuring customizable profiles, DPI, RGB lighting, and zero latency, the HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless Mouse is an incredible product for its price.
- Up to 100 hours of gaming performance: The Pulsefire Haste 2 Core Wireless will game for up to 100 hours with a single AAA battery in high-speed 2.4GHz mode. Game even longer in Bluetooth mode with a reduced polling rate.
- Lightweight, comfortable frame: Make light work of long gaming sessions. With an operating weight of only 70 grams this mouse enables you to move quicker, react faster, and feel less fatigue than with bulkier mice.
Turtle Beach Burst II Air Mouse
Right out of the box, I was genuinely surprised with how light the Burst II Air mouse is. It weighs in at 47 grams, which is way below my Orochi V2 at 68 grams, the Aerox 5 at 74 grams and even lower than the Cooler Master MM720 at 49 grams. It is even lighter than the new Razer Viper V3 Pro at 54 grams. I remember a time when more weight meant better quality, but times have changed, and more companies are opting for ultra-light models. As a girl who games and has some wrist issues, I am here for it!
The nitty gritty details of the mouse include the Burst II Air’s upgraded Owl-Eye optical sensor with up to 26k DPI and a tracking speed of 650 IPS (inches per second). I will be honest: I can’t seem to control my mouse cursor, so I live comfortably in the 800-1200 DPI range. Anything more than that feels like overkill for my needs, but I know it can come in clutch for gaming and precision movements.
There is also a DPI Calibration in the Swarm II software, but for me, it didn’t do much. It was calibrated in whichever setting you were already on, and then at the end of a point-and-click test, a setting was recommended. For me, it just recommended whatever setting I was already on each time, aside from recommending a 3150 DPI when I tested in 3200.
Though it doesn’t feature the ergonomic design I prefer in a mouse or any flashy RGBs, the Turtle Beach Burst II Air boasts plenty of pro features, an excellent battery and is a breeze to use, all while coming in under $100.
- Ultra-lightweight, ergonomic design at best-in-class 47g
- Dynamic accuracy with 26k DPI/650 IPS (16.5m/s) optical sensor
Razer DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed Mouse
At first glance, the new DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed follows the familiar right-handed ergonomic shape. Only when you compare the mouse to other DeathAdder entries, do the differences become apparent. Razer has reduced the overall size slightly compared to previous models, measuring 4.81 inches long and 2.55 inches wide. This makes it around 5% smaller than its siblings in the V3 family. The smaller form factor, combined with an ultra-lightweight design that tips the scales at just 55 grams, results in a mouse that feels incredibly nimble and easy to manoeuvre.
Razer has not stopped there, however, and has upgraded most of the key features you would expect from a wireless DeathAdder mouse. The DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed now uses the new Focus X 26K optical sensor. While this is technically a step down from the 30K sensor found in the DeathAdder V3 Pro, it still offers excellent performance for competitive gaming and is a solid choice for a lower-cost offering. The sensor offers a maximum DPI of 26,000, along with 40G acceleration and 500 IPS tracking. These specs should satisfy even the most demanding eSports players, even if I did not take full advantage of it in my daily use of the mouse.
The Razer DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed is a worthy addition to the legendary DeathAdder line-up. It offers a compelling mix of features, performance and value that should appeal to a wide range of gamers. Whether you’re a competitive eSports player or just someone who wants a reliable, high-quality mouse for everyday use, the V3 HyperSpeed is definitely worth considering. It is my new mouse of choice for both gaming and desk use. There is a reason why the DeathAdder range has such a long lifespan, and the V3 HyperSpeed delivers.
With its lightweight design and responsive sensor, the DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed is a joy to use in both gaming and everyday tasks.
- 55G ULTRA LIGHTWEIGHT — Get the perfect mix of speed and control with one of our lightest esports mouse tested and validated by pros, pull off swipes with precision thanks to a mass-centralized design optimized for balance
- ERGONOMIC DESIGN WITH SMOOTH TOUCH TEXTURE — The mouse’s shape has been optimized with the aid of top esports pros to provide the most natural grip, coated with a smooth-touch finish for greater feel—a detail well-loved by the community
Corsair M75 Wireless Gaming Mouse
The Corsair M75 was designed to be an ambidextrous mouse, as the button assignments can be swapped using the iCUE software, and the forward and back buttons on the side can be removed and swapped to the other side. The forward and back buttons themselves are flush with the side not being used and have raised indicators to tell you which is which on the side that is being used.
Corsair has included their Quickstrike left and right mouse-click buttons on the M75 to allow for zero delay between your mouse click and the switch registering the click, so your actions are completed instantly. While on the topic of the switches, the optical switches eliminate debounce (extra clicks or slower clicks due to too much input in quick succession) and are rated for 100 million clicks.
Since the Corsair M75 has a couple of ways to wirelessly connect to your computer, there are logically a couple of different implications for battery life. If you choose to connect the mouse using the 2.4 GHz dongle and want to keep RGB on, you can expect around 65 hours of battery life and around 120 hours of battery life if you connect via Bluetooth.
A mouse is just a mouse if it doesn’t have a companion software to customize your RGB settings, adjust your DPI (which goes all the way up to 26k), etc., and the iCUE software provided works quite well in tandem with the Corsair M75. I managed to change the power settings, so the mouse now turns off after 10 minutes of inactivity (although you can change it to anything your heart desires up to 999 minutes). iCUE also offers you different profiles so you can save different settings configurations depending on your task, whether it’s some office busywork or playing a few ranked matches in Warzone.
A perfectly capable wireless mouse, the Corsair M75 ticks all of the boxes for everyday use but falls a little short as a gaming mouse due to the lack of buttons.
- 0.13lb – Ultra Lightweight for Quick, Precise FPS Play: Not just light. Ultra-light. Free of unneeded frills to achieve the lightest weight possible at 0.13lbs, M75 AIR provides only what you need to win
- Ultra-Precise 26k DPI Optical Sensor: With a native 26,000 DPI, 650 IPS tracking, and up to 50G acceleration, the CORSAIR MARKSMAN optical sensor accurately captures fast-twitch mouse movements, speedy sweeps, and rapid recenters
Turtle Beach Kone II Air Wireless Gaming Mouse
What I wasn’t ready for was how lightweight the Kone II Air is. Weighing in at just 110g, it’s a bit heavier than what I’m used to with the Corsair M75, but the weight is spread over a larger surface area, so the difference is negligible at worst. Without the need for AA or AAA batteries, Turtle Beach is able to keep the weight to a minimum while maintaining the reliability you’d expect from the battery.
When testing the Bluetooth battery capability, I was blown away. Over 300 hours of battery life and the ability to keep one of my USB-A ports free? Sign me up. I experienced no issues with connection or input delay, which speaks to the quality of the Kone II Air. At the end of the day, I still prefer to use the dongle, even if it means sacrificing a USB-A port and charging the mouse a bit more frequently.
During my time with the Turtle Beach Kone II Air, I have had exactly zero issues and nothing but good experiences. Even when it comes to price, for what the mouse provides, there’s no better option for a daily driver in the office and then on the battlefield later that night. Speaking of price, the Kone II Air is priced reasonably at $159.99 CAD. I cannot recommend the Kone II Air enough to anyone looking for a reliable, lightweight gaming mouse with a battery that can last for weeks at a time.
- Ergonomic shape for medium & larger hands and all grips
- Lag-free 2.4GHz wireless & Bluetooth dual connectivity
