Razer Viper V3 Pro
The most used mouse by Valorant pros in 2026. Massive 35K sensor and native 8000Hz polling for near-zero latency.
- Pro: Insane 54g weight given the tech
- Pro: 8K polling included (no extra dongle)
- Con: Larger shape isn't for small hands
Endgame Gear OP1w 4k V2
The claw-grip king. Engineered in Germany with a focus on click-latency and 4000Hz stability.
- Pro: Most responsive clicks on the market
- Pro: Perfect narrow shape for aim control
- Con: Software is basic (pro-focused)
Lamzu Thorn (4K Wireless)
The ultimate "comfy" gaming mouse. High-back ergonomic shape that weighs only 52g. A Reddit favourite.
- Pro: Amazing palm support for long sessions
- Pro: 4K polling dongle included
- Con: White version is often pricier (£120+)
Logitech G502 X Plus
For those who want extra buttons and RGB. The Lightforce hybrid switches feel mechanical but actuate at light speed.
- Pro: 13 programmable buttons (great for MMOs)
- Pro: Dual-mode infinite scroll wheel
- Con: Much heavier (106g) than FPS mice
ATK VXE MAD R
The "Viper Killer." Features the flagship 3950 sensor and weighs a ridiculous 36g for under £50.
- Pro: Flagship specs for a 1/3 of the price
- Pro: One of the lightest mice ever made
- Con: Build quality is "plastic-heavy"
The 2026 Mouse Guide
Polling Rate: 1K vs 4K vs 8K
Standard mice report to your PC 1,000 times per second (1K). In 2026, 4K and 8K polling report up to 8,000 times. On a 240Hz or 360Hz monitor, this makes mouse movement look significantly smoother and reduces input lag by microseconds.
Optical vs Mechanical Switches
Legacy mechanical switches eventually wear out and "double-click." Optical switches (like Razer's Gen-3 or Logitech's Lightforce) use a beam of light to register clicks. They are faster and, more importantly, effectively impossible to break.