In James Bentley’s playful PC Gamer comparison, the Glorious Model O Eternal takes first place with a 93.5% “James score.” The 8BitDo Retro R8 follows at 92%—and Bentley says it is the mouse on his desk. Those results answer a narrow question about price, weight and PC Gamer review scores, not which mouse is best for every gamer.
Which gaming mouse ranked first?
Bentley’s 2026 comparison puts the Glorious Model O Eternal first, at 93.5%. The 8BitDo Retro R8 is second, at 92%. Bentley wrote: “Second place is the 8BitDo Retro R8, which coincidentally happens to be the mouse I keep on my desk.”
The MCHOSE K7 V2 Ultra+ scored 80.5%, followed by the MCHOSE L7 Pro+ at 80%. PC Gamer’s narrative calls the two MCHOSE models joint third, but the displayed scores differ by half a point; the table below preserves those figures rather than treating them as an exact tie.
How did the “James score” work?
Bentley used each mouse’s reported MSRP and weight to calculate grams per dollar, then mapped the comparison set onto a 0–100 price-to-weight value scale. He averaged that value percentage with the mouse’s PC Gamer review score to produce the final “James score.”
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#1 Best Overall
- The next-generation optical HERO sensor delivers incredible performance and up to 10x the power efficiency over previous generations, with 400 IPS precision and up to 12,000 DPI sensitivity
- Ultra-fast LIGHTSPEED wireless technology gives you a lag-free gaming experience, delivering incredible responsiveness and reliability with 1 ms report rate for competition-level performance
- G305 wireless mouse boasts an incredible 250 hours of continuous gameplay on just 1 AA battery; switch to Endurance mode via Logitech G HUB software and extend battery life up to 9 months
- Wireless does not have to mean heavy, G305 lightweight mouse provides high maneuverability coming in at only 3.4 oz thanks to efficient lightweight mechanical design and ultra-efficient battery usage
- The durable, compact design with built-in nano receiver storage makes G305 not just a great portable desktop mouse, but also a great laptop travel companion, use with a gaming laptop and play anywhere
Because review scores are part of the formula, the comparison includes only mice PC Gamer had reviewed. The MSRP figures are the inputs reported in Bentley’s article, not verified current store prices. All figures below are from James Bentley’s PC Gamer comparison, 2026; they are author-calculated comparison values, not results from an independent study.
Full ranking and figures
| Mouse | MSRP (US$) | Weight (g) | Cost per gram (US$/g) | Price-to-weight value | PC Gamer review score | James score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SteelSeries Rival Pro | 180 | 53 | 3.4 | 16% | 89% | 52.5% |
| AngryMiao AM Infinity. 97 | 189 | 47 | 4.0 | 0% | 88% | 44% |
| Razer Naga V3 Pro | 180 | 112 | 1.61 | 69% | 84% | 76.5% |
| Asus ROG Harpe II Extreme Edition | 260 | 82 | 3.17 | 23% | 72% | 47.5% |
| Pulsar Feinmann F01 Noctua Edition | 180 | 73 | 2.47 | 44% | 73% | 58.5% |
| Mchose K7 V2 Ultra+ | 89 | 59 | 1.51 | 72% | 89% | 80.5% |
| Asus ProArt Mouse MD301 | 100 | 100 | 1 | 87% | 71% | 79% |
| Logitech Mobi Fold | 80 | 79 | 1.01 | 87% | 65% | 76% |
| Logitech G305 X Superlight | 80 | 59 | 1.36 | 76% | 70% | 73% |
| MSI Versa 300 Wireless 8K | 100 | 66 | 1.52 | 72% | 72% | 72% |
| Protoarc EM25 | 50 | 90 | 0.56 | 100% | 40% | 70% |
| Zowie EC2-DW | 150 | 60 | 1.67 | 67% | 82% | 74.5% |
| SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Gen 2 | 100 | 68 | 1.47 | 73% | 84% | 78.5% |
| Razer Viper V4 Pro | 160 | 49 | 3.26 | 21% | 95% | 58% |
| Mchose G3 V2 | 34 | 59 | 1.74 | 65% | 84% | 74.5% |
| Pulsar X3 Crazylight Mini | 156 | 43 | 3.63 | 10% | 89% | 49.5% |
| Corsair Sabre V2 Pro Wireless CF | 200 | 55 | 3.64 | 9% | 68% | 38.5% |
| Mchose L7 Pro+ | 60 | 43 | 1.40 | 75% | 85% | 80% |
| Razer Cobra Hyperspeed | 99 | 62 | 1.6 | 69% | 86% | 77.5% |
| Logitech G Pro X2 Superstrike | 180 | 59 | 3.05 | 27% | 95% | 61% |
| 8BitDo Retro R8 | 50 | 77 | 0.65 | 97% | 87% | 92% |
| Corsair Sabre V2 Pro Ultralight | 100 | 36 | 2.78 | 35% | 92% | 63.5% |
| Razer Deathadder V4 Pro | 170 | 56 | 3.04 | 27% | 90% | 58.5% |
| Glorious Model O Eternal | 40 | 55 | 0.73 | 95% | 92% | 93.5% |
What the ranking says—and what it does not
It rewards a particular kind of value
A low cost per gram means a mouse provides more mass for each dollar in its listed MSRP. That is the comparison’s “price-to-gram” idea, but extra weight is not a measure of gaming performance, comfort or build quality. The final score also incorporates PC Gamer’s review rating, so neither the price-to-weight value nor the final score should be read as a standardized measure of overall quality.
Rank #2
- Next-gen 12,000 DPI HERO optical sensor delivers unrivaled gaming performance, accuracy and power efficiency
- Advanced LIGHTSPEED wireless gaming mouse for super-fast 1 ms response time and faster than wired performance
- Ultra-long battery life gives you up to 250 hours of continuous gaming on a single AA battery
- Lightweight mechanical design and classic shape for maximum maneuverability, durability and comfort
- Compact, portable design with convenient built-in storage for included USB wireless receiver
Ultralight mice can lose points
Bentley acknowledges that the formula tends to favor cheaper, heavier mice and can penalize ultralight models. A buyer who prizes low weight may therefore prefer a mouse that ranks lower here; the score reflects the formula’s priorities, not that buyer’s.
The field is limited
This is a comparison of the mice PC Gamer had reviewed for the article, not every gaming mouse available. Its result is most useful as an entertaining way to compare those listed models using the chosen inputs—not as a universal buying guide or a guarantee that the quoted MSRP is still available.
Quick Recap
Best Value
- 【3-Mode Connection】Type-C Wired, Bluetooth and 2.4GHz 3 connectivity modes can easily and seamlessly connect with devices within 10 meters and easily switch between the 3 modes for efficient multitasking.
- 【Up to 8000 DPI Sensor】M725 gaming mouse comes with 5 redefinable DPI levels (default: 400/800/1600/2400/4000 DPI), making it easy to switch between different gaming needs.
- 【5 Programmable Buttons】Customize button bindings for gaming and work with multi-key macros for faster hotkey access, and switch between 5 configuration modes with a single click.
- 【Software Supported】All buttons with hotkeys, media, and DPI settings can be customized using Redragon's dedicated software to overwhelm and win the way you want to.
- 【Lightweight and Honeycomb Shell】The honeycomb hollow design significantly reduces the mouse's weight, enhances palm air circulation, keeps hands dry, and alleviates arm and wrist fatigue, making it ideal for prolonged use.
Rank #4
- 82G LIGHTWEIGHT DESIGN — Featuring a mass centralized design, the Razer Viper V3 HyperSpeed ensures seamless, consistent swipes crucial to competitive play so never have to settle for unbalanced battery-powered mice
- FOCUS PRO 30K OPTICAL SENSOR — With a forward sensor placement and intelligent functions, our flagship sensor ensures a finer degree of accuracy, while maintaining flawless tracking on a wider variety of surfaces including glass
- UP TO 280 HOURS OF BATTERY LIFE — Power through most intense scrimming and tournament schedule with up to 280 hours of high-performance gaming on just a single AA battery
- HYPERSPEED WIRELESS — Experience a flawless, low-latency connection that remains smooth and stable even in noisy wireless environments for outfitted with multi-device support for a streamlined esports setup
- MECHANICAL MOUSE SWITCHES GEN-2 — Rated with a 60-million click lifespan, the switches feature gold-plated contact points for greater resistance against wear and tear to enjoy crisp execution that always comes in clutch
Rank #3
- Designed With Pros, Engineered to Win: Designed alongside the world’s best esports athletes, the Logitech G PRO X2 SUPERSTRIKE wireless gaming mouse delivers the fastest, fully customizable click
- Dominate with industry-leading speed: 30 ms faster clicks for peak performance in every esports match and deep customization with 10-level actuation points and 5-level rapid trigger reset
- Haptic Feedback: This breakthrough haptic gaming mouse with Haptic Inductive Trigger System (HITS) gives real-time feedback for an unmatched immersive experience for any game scenario or play style
- Precision from Within: The HERO 2 sensor in this PC gaming mouse delivers tracking at over 888 IPS, 88 g-force, and up to 44,000 DPI — ensuring the pinpoint accuracy that champions rely on for every play
- Play Longer : With 60-90 hours battery life and LIGHTSPEED Wireless, this rechargeable gaming mouse(with included USB-A to USB-C cable) delivers lag-free 8 kHz polling for uninterrupted focus
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