For reference, my experience with this mouse has been on an Alienware QD-OLED monitor running at 144Hz G-Sync Ultimate. It is important to note this because the performance of the display will factor into how any mouse input performance is perceived both in and outside of gaming. Construction and feel We've corrected an error in the In the Box section of this review. Previously, this section indicated this mouse had a USB-C wireless receiver. It now correctly lists that it has a USB-A wireless receiver.

The cable, then. This is one of those rubber cables that just under a year ago would be considered one of the best in the business, but as it stands we’ve seen some great breakthroughs in the cable department over the past months and the reality is that this one isn’t up to par with what competitors are offering. That doesn’t mean that it’s a badcable though. If you put it in a decent bungee it’s unlikely to offend you in any real way, but for a product that’s this focused on competitive performance I would’ve loved to see a lighter paracord style cable. This cable is passable, even if only just. Sensor and Everyday Performance The User must protect any copies of the Software from being accessed by unauthorized third parties. This is a really promising first attempt from Endgame Gear. As expected from a first release there are some kinks that need to be ironed out before it can really roll with the big boys but the potential is certainly there. This Agreement regulates the provision and usage of PGW’s ENDGAME GEAR Configuration Software (hereinafter "Software") on a cost-free-basis.This Agreement and all disputes arising from or in connection with this Agreement are governed by the law of the Federal Republic of Germany. The provisions of the UN Sales Convention and the conflict-of-law rules are excluded. Inside the Endgame Gear XM1 you’ll encounter the 3389 sensor. That one is, as should reasonably be expected from any decent and recent gaming mouse, flawless in its performance. You’ll experience no angle snappingor accelerationhere and that’s just the way it should be.

A contributory negligence on the part of the User will be of consideration when assessing PGW’s liability. Contributory negligence on the part of the User according to this Agreement shall be assumed in the case of non-compliance with the User’s rights and obligations. It’s pretty obvious that this mouse was meant as a mostly plug and play peripheral since you can change the polling rateand DPI (it comes with the usual 400, 800, 1600, and 3200 DPI steps by default) on the device itself and that’s fine with me. Any further liability and a liability beyond the legally required liability are excluded in all cases.

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The 2.4GHz USB wireless receiver is similar in size to Logitech's first generation of Unifying receivers. The photo above shows the XM2we's dongle (right), next to Logitech's latest Unifying receiver (left) for size comparison. Performance This Software may be subject to import and export control regulations of different countries. The User will comply with the applicable import and export control regulations of the Federal Republic of Germany, the European Union and the United States of America as well as all other relevant regulations. The lightweight and pliable braided cable comes with a raised angle plug. This is great as it means the strain relief will not snag against your desk or mouse surface, another nice touch not seen on most other mice in this price range. This End User License Agreement (hereinafter “Agreement”) is an agreement between you (hereinafter “User”) and the Pro Gamersware GmbH (hereinafter „PGW“), a German limited liability company with its main offices located at Gaußstraße 1, 10589 Berlin, Germany. Unless explicitly otherwise agreed, these terms and conditions apply exclusively.

The XM2we is ambidextrous, and because of that has a low profile in the palm. I found myself clawing the mouse more than MX Master 3 which is taller with my palm resting on top of it, but the added weight means movement takes more effort, especially in fast action areas of gaming. The User is permitted to save and use the Software on an end device (e.g. PC, laptop, mobile phone or tablet). The User is responsible for ensuring that the device meets the minimum requirements of the Software. The User ensures that the Software is only used in accordance with the requirements of this Agreement. The bottom also has the power switch, and DPI toggle button, and unlike some other gaming mice out there, the DPI for each of the modes (up to 4), can be customised from 50 to 19,000 via the Endgame software. My personal preference lies at 1000 for everything, but it's nice having the option to toggle through at any point. If you’re a palm gripper you might want to be careful; there is a bit of a hump to the design here but it probably won’t be enough to fill your palm completely, unless your hands are on the smaller side.I try to stay away from saying ‘ mouse X is good for grip Y and size Z‘ since everyone is different and preferences regarding size and shape vary wildly, but I can see this be an ideal mouse for a lot of claw grippers due to the support that the hump offers, and for fingertip grippers with larger hands. That said: I do encourage everyone to make their own conclusionson this front; use this part as a guideline but don’t take it as anything definitive. Buttons and Scroll Wheel In accordance with the statutory provisions, PGW is solely liable for compensation of injuries to life, limb or health, for damages according to applicable product liability regulations and for damages caused by wilful intent or gross negligence on the part of PGW, whereby PGW shall not be liable for lost profits, indirect damages, consequential damages and claims third-party-claims. Some said that the Endgame software battery level had not been accurate for them and felt half baked. Whilst it is true it offers just basic tweaking of the mouse,I found the software to do exactly what it needs to, without being overwhelming. It's neatly laid out and in my experience, bug free. Due to the rather safe ambidextrous shape along with the middle of the road size of this mouse it can suit a wide variety of different grip styles.