Hey everyone! I'm in the market for a gaming mouse with a budget cap of $30. My main priorities are a solid sensor and durable clicks—I'm trying to avoid those annoying phantom double-clicks. A polling rate of 1000 Hz is more than fine for me. Ideally, I'd prefer a wired mouse, but I'm okay with a wireless option too. Here are a few models I have on my radar:
- Redragon M711 with PMW3360 sensor
- Attack Shark G3 with PAW3311 sensor
- Redragon M916 STD with PAW3311 sensor
- Razer DeathAdder Essential with PAW3327 sensor
Do the brand names really matter, or is it more about how the mouse looks to me? Just to give you some background, I normally use a claw grip and play various games, from casual FPS to MMOs. Any personal experiences or suggestions beyond these would be really appreciated! Thanks a bunch!
4 Answers
Why not join the dark side? Check out the Deft Pro; there might be some deals on it that bring it closer to your budget!
Don't overlook the Logitech G305! It's lightweight and performs really well for gaming. Definitely a solid option if you're looking for something dependable.
Looking at the sensors, I'd recommend the Razer DeathAdder as the best choice out of your list. Just make sure to double-check the polling rate; the 3395 sensors are great if you can find one around your budget. Check this Pulsar option [here](https://www.amazon.com/Pulsar-Gaming-Gears-Lightweight-Symmetrical/dp/B0DFW63MWK) for around $30.
If you can go a bit over budget, the G502 Hero wired is available for around $35.99 on Amazon, and I've heard great things about it. I own one, and it's super smooth and customizable, definitely a solid pick!
I totally agree! The G502 is a game changer, really worth the extra cash.
Serious question, though—do people actually use trackball mice for gaming?