Best gaming mouse for your grip and your games

A good gaming mouse can be the difference between a hit and a miss in a crucial moment. But the ”best gaming mouse” looks different depending on which hand you have, how you grip the mouse, and what games you play. In this guide, we’ll go over everything you need to know to choose the right one—from sensor and DPI to weight and shape.

What makes a mouse a real gaming mouse?

The difference from a regular office mouse lies in precision, response time and build quality. A gaming mouse has a high-resolution sensor, low latency and buttons built for millions of clicks. Many models also have programmable buttons and adjustable weight.

• Sensor and DPI: DPI controls how sensitive the mouse is. More DPI is not always better – most gamers stay between 800 and 1600 DPI and adjust in-game.
• Polling rate: How often the mouse reports its position. 1000 Hz (1 ms) is standard for gaming.
• Weight: Lighter mice (under 70g) benefit fast-paced FPS games, while heavier mice may feel more stable.
• Wired or wireless: Modern wireless technology basically has no noticeable delay anymore.

Choose a mouse according to your grip

How you hold your mouse affects which shape suits you best. This is one of the most important – and most overlooked – factors.

Palm grip

The entire hand rests on the mouse. Fits larger, ergonomically shaped mice and provides comfortable control during long sessions.

Claw gripper

The palm rests at the back while the fingers bend. Requires a mouse with good rear support and fast buttons – good for mixed use.

Fingertip grip

Only your fingertips control the mouse. Benefit from lightweight, small mice for maximum speed and precision.

Choose a mouse by game type

• FPS (Counter-Strike, Valorant): Light mouse, good sensor, preferably wireless. Precision and speed are everything.
• MOBA (League of Legends, Dota 2): A few extra buttons for active abilities would help.
• MMO (World of Warcraft): Many programmable buttons for macros and abilities.
• Mixed/all-round: A versatile mouse with adjustable DPI and a pair of side buttons.

Our recommendation

Start with your grip and your most common games – not with the highest DPI number. A mouse that fits your hand and your way of playing will always beat one with impressive specs that doesn't suit you. With us you will find a wide selection of gaming mice and accessories for every need.

Do you want to build a complete setup? Also check out our input devices and finished gaming computers so that the mouse, keyboard and computer play well together.