Best Gaming Mouse Under $100
Check out these top performing mice that won’t make your bank account hate you.
For PC gamers, the right mouse can mean the difference between a series of flawless head shots or being the reason your team can’t seem to catch a break. Don’t be that guy or girl, clinging to your old, worn-out mouse, desperately trying to make it work. Have a look at these gaming mice that are, not just budget-friendly, but are definitely top performers.
SteelSeries Prime +
Specifications
Sensor: SteelSeries TrueMove Pro+
Sensor Type: Optical
CPI: 18,000
IPS: 450, on SteelSeries QcK surfaces
Acceleration: 50G
Polling Rate: 1000Hz / 1 ms
Connectivity: Wired
The SteelSeries Prime+ is part of the SteelSeries lightweight, minimalist Prime series. The Prime series’ goal is to take the focus off of the bells and whistles of typical gaming peripherals and to bring the focus back to the game. Prime+ provides crisp clicks, lagless reaction time, and ultra-smooth movements.
Razer DeathAdder V2
Specifications
Weight: 82 g
DPI: Up to 20,000
Buttons: 8
Connectivity: Wired
The Razer DeathAdder is the go-to mouse for gamers, especially those who love shooters. There are eight editions of the DeathAdder, with the DeathAdder V2 Pro being a favorite among professional gamers.
Logitech G305
Specifications
Weight: 99 g (3.4 oz)
Battery Life: 250 hours
Sensor: HERO™
Wireless report rate: 1000 Hz (1ms)
Connectivity: LIGHTSPEED Wireless
Microprocessor: 32-bit ARM
The G305 is part of the Logitech G Color Collection. It has 6 programmable buttons and is perfect for FPS games. It uses a AA battery, but the tech allows the mouse to up to 250 hours of battery life! The body of the mouse is kind of flat but was still quite comfortable. The clicks to feel crisp and felt pretty good with flick shots on Widowmaker in Overwatch.
It also comes in multiple colors, including white. So, if you’re looking for the best white gaming mouse to fit your setup without sacrificing functionality, the Logitech G305 is your best bet.
There are plenty of inexpensive, off-brand gaming mice out there. And I’m sure some of them are quite decent. Just know, you have options—options that have the backing of top brands that won’t curse you as soon as you put it in your shopping cart.
Tell us which mouse you use and for how long have you had it.
