Key Takeaways
1. Keychron has launched two new wireless 8K gaming mice, the M2 8K and M3 Mini 8K, focusing on conventional designs.
2. Both mice feature PixArt 3950 sensors, support 8K polling rates, and have customizable settings via the Keychron Launcher web app.
3. The M2 8K is designed for right-handed users with an ergonomic shape and includes four buttons, while the M3 Mini 8K has a symmetrical design and two additional programmable buttons.
4. They support Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz wireless, and wired USB-C connections, with a battery life of approximately 140 hours in Bluetooth mode.
5. Both mice utilize Huano blue shell pink dot switches for a satisfying click, but the M2 8K is lighter and designed for palm or fingertip grips compared to the M3 Mini 8K.
Keychron is well-known for its wide range of durable mechanical and Hall-effect gaming keyboards, but they have recently focused on creating gaming mice. They previously launched the Keychron M5 and M7 ergonomic gaming mice. Now, Keychron has introduced two new wireless 8K gaming mice — the Keychron M2 8K and M3 Mini 8K, returning to a more conventional gaming mouse design.
Features and Pricing
Both gaming mice are equipped with PixArt 3950 sensors that support 8K polling rates. They come in black and white and are available for purchase at Keychron’s online store for just $69.99. However, that’s about where their features align. Despite the similarities, both mice can be fully customized through the Keychron Launcher web app, allowing users to adjust settings like LOD, Motion Sync, and angle snapping. They offer impressive specs, including sensitivity up to 30,000 DPI, tracking speeds of 750 IPS, and acceleration of 50 G.
Design of the M2 8K
The Keychron M2 8K is designed for right-handed users and has an ergonomic shape that is slightly asymmetrical. It’s a straightforward design, featuring only four buttons — left click, right click, and two side buttons — along with a clickable scroll wheel, all encased in an ABS shell. There are no extravagant features like TPU overmolding or intricate engravings, but the mouse does have a lightly textured surface to enhance grip.
The M2 8K uses well-known Huano 80M Micro Switches, often referred to as “blue shell pink dot transparent” switches, which offer a satisfying click and quick response, although they can be a bit noisy. The mouse feet are made of standard PTFE material, but it’s worth noting that Keychron does not provide spare feet in the package. Included with the M2 8K are a USB Type-A dongle, a Type-A-to-C adapter, a paracord USB-C-to-C cable, and a Type-C-to-A adapter to position the receiver closer to the mouse.
Connectivity and Performance
The Keychron M2 8K supports Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz wireless, and wired USB-C connections. It has a polling rate of 125 Hz over Bluetooth and up to 8 kHz when using wired or 2.4 GHz connections. The wireless functionality is powered by a 600 mAh battery, which Keychron claims provides approximately 140 hours of use in Bluetooth mode. However, higher polling rates may considerably reduce battery life. Additionally, there are hardware buttons for adjusting DPI and polling rates, plus a three-way switch for changing connectivity modes located on the bottom of the mouse. With dimensions of 122 × 67 × 41 mm and a weight of 53 g, the M2 is quite similar to the Asus ROG Keris Wireless (currently priced at $99.99 on Amazon) but is lighter and is designed for palm or fingertip grips.
Overview of the M3 Mini 8K
The Keychron M3 Mini 8K is a bit more advanced than the M2. While it also has an all-ABS shell, it sports a symmetrical design and a rougher surface texture, with a raised texture along the side panels. It still has just two additional programmable buttons on its left side.
The M3 Mini 8K shares the same wireless connectivity features and battery performance as the M2 8K. Despite being smaller, the M3 Mini 8K weighs 55 g. It also uses the same Huano blue shell pink dot transparent switches as the M2 8K, which means the feel and sound will be quite alike.
The design of the M3 Mini 8K is comparable in shape and size to the $129.99 Razer Cobra Pro Wireless, but it features a much cleaner aesthetic that may attract users looking for a mouse that can also serve as a general-use or productivity tool.
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