Sensor
The model of the sensor installed in the mouse. This information is indicated mainly for models equipped with high-end sensors, which are significantly superior in their capabilities to simpler solutions. Such characteristics are important primarily for gaming mice, so most of the devices for which the sensor model is specified belong to this category.
Knowing the name, you can find detailed data on the sensor and evaluate its capabilities. Note that one of the most popular brands nowadays, under which advanced sensors are produced, is
PixArt ; on the market are often found, in particular, sensors
PixArt 3212,
PixArt 3325,
PixArt 3327,
PixArt 3335,
PixArt 3360,
PixArt 3389,
PixArt 3395. The second common brand is
Avago (recently owned by the same PixArt); the most popular model of this brand is
Avago 3050, the simplest and most affordable representative of gaming sensors.
Feet material
- Teflon (PTFE). Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) glides - also known as Teflon - are characterized by an extremely low coefficient of friction. As a result, mice with Teflon feet boast excellent glide and high cursor speed on any type of surface. The minimum level of friction allows you to easily control the movements of the mouse. Manipulators with Teflon gliders perform well in dynamic games and reduce wrist strain during prolonged work at the computer.
— Metal. When properly sanded, the metal feet provide excellent glide for the mouse, and they also have a long service life before abrasion. Note that manipulators with metal gliders are best used on plastic or other hard-wearing playing surfaces. Using a mouse without a mouse pad runs the risk of scratching the surface.
Wireless charger
Wireless charging technology supported by a mouse with a built-in battery (see "Power").
By itself, wireless charging, in accordance with the name, allows you to replenish the supply of energy without connecting a cable — just install the mouse on the platform / stand of a special charger (charger). At the same time, we note that even
a special rug can play the role of such a charger — in this case, the manipulator can, in fact, be constantly kept on charge. And even if you use a classic charger, the wireless format turns out to be much more convenient and practical than the wired one, since it does not require fiddling with cables and prevents wear and tear of the connectors from the constant connection and disconnection of plugs. However the speed of such charging is usually somewhat lower than that of a wired one — however, in this case it does not really matter (given the small capacity of batteries in modern mice). But the unequivocal disadvantage of models with this function can be called an increased cost. In addition, wireless chargers are usually not included in the kit, they must be purchased separately (although the reverse situation is also found with mats).
As for specific technologies, the Qi wireless standard is the most popular nowadays. This is a common format used by many brands. However, in addition to this, other technologies can be found in mice. A typical example is P
...owerplay from Logitech: this charging format was developed specifically for branded gaming mice, the charger itself is usually made in the form of a rug, and a special removable module may be required for the mouse. In addition, Powerplay pads incorporate several technical solutions designed to increase the reliability of wireless communications and to minimize delays, interruptions and other problems with such a connection. Weight
The total weight of the mouse. For models with a wired connection, usually, it is indicated without cable, and for devices with weight adjustment (see above) — without weights.
This parameter is important primarily for professional gaming applications, although it is often relevant for ordinary users. Theoretically, less weight promotes speed and reduces fatigue. At the same time, in fact, much depends on the personal habits and preferences of the user: a mouse that is too light may “not be felt in the hands” and not give familiar feedback. Therefore, although most mice have a lower weight limit of
60 – 80 g, however, even among professional gaming models there are much more massive devices —
120 – 140 g or
more. The lightest variety of "rodents" is laptop (see "In the direction"), among them devices come across and
less than 60 g.
Also note that the weight to some extent depends on the size and “tricked out” of the device, but there is no unambiguous dependence here: models similar in size and functionality can differ markedly in weight.
