Corsair Glaive RGB: Gaming Mouse Reviewed

The Corsair Glaive RGB Gaming Mouse is designed to score with its ergonomic features. At the same time, Corsair strives not to neglect the design of the input device. Previous attempts to combine ergonomics and design have already shown that this is a real feat – devices that are easy to look at are not always easy to operate. On the other hand, ergonomically perfect products are usually less attractive to look at. So we are all the more excited to test the Glaive RGB in practice.

Like the average prospective customer, we also informed ourselves extensively before testing the mouse and came across truly impressive advertising statements that aroused high expectations for the device. According to Corsair, this is the “ultimate gaming mouse”. Due to its “contoured shape” it should also be suitable for long game sessions.

Whether the unusual mouse can keep all these promises, we want to find out in our test.

Design and Workmanship: Convertible and Pretty to Look at

The relatively curved shape of the comparatively large mouse, which definitely makes it an eye-catcher, is probably due to the ergonomic features discussed in the next section.

For example, the Glaive RGB offers interchangeable thumb pieces that are attached to the left edge – there is an omission accordingly. This choice makes the mouse adaptable both in terms of design and ergonomics. The thumb pieces can be attached with the help of a magnet – the workmanship is flawless here.

Also of interest is the RGB lighting divided into three zones, which is definitely a highlight of the gaming mouse design. In addition to the manufacturer’s logo, a strip above the thumb button and an area on the front of the mouse are illuminated. In addition, there is also an illuminated display of the selected DPI level.

Optically, the Glaive RGB is in any case absolutely high-quality. It stands out pleasantly from other gaming mice and convinces with its overall solid design in black as well as the RGB lighting.

Also with regard to the workmanship, real points of criticism can hardly be found. As already mentioned, the magnetic mechanism of the thumb pieces is very well processed. The other central parts of the mouse also work flawlessly and look high-quality – everything sits firmly, nothing rattles or gives the impression of being cheaply manufactured in any other way.

The thumb keys offer a relatively large resistance, but are perfectly crafted. The mouse wheel can be used in two directions and unfortunately doesn’t offer any adjustment possibilities – but otherwise also no attack surface.

The mouse has four mouse feet on its underside – one is added when the large thumb piece is attached – and can therefore be moved easily over the mouse pad.

All in all, the device is very well manufactured and also convinces with regard to its design.

Ergonomics: The Striking Argument

The body of the mouse, which was already superficially examined in the previous section, is not only characterised by its wonderful appearance, but also – and above all – by the pleasant feeling it conveys. So it lies very well in the hand and can be moved easily in our test. The body is also comparatively large – at the same time all keys are easily accessible. Only people with relatively small hands should test whether they are able to operate the mouse before buying it. However, average users should not face problems, but rather benefit from the design of the mouse.

In addition, the thumb pieces already mentioned at the beginning are of central importance for the ergonomics of the gaming mouse. One of the thumb pieces is flat and does not need any rubber coating. Another is rubberized and slightly curved. The largest thumb piece is also rubberized and has an additional storage area for the thumb – due to this area it is quite wide. By selecting a thumb piece, the mouse can be adapted to personal wishes, which is a clear advantage from an ergonomic point of view.

Even without the cable and thumb piece, the mouse weighs 122 grams and is comparatively heavy. If a thumb piece is added, it weighs even more – but it doesn’t look clunky in the test.

Overall, the ergonomic properties are very positive. By selecting a thumb piece, the user can influence the structure and weight of the mouse. In addition, Corsair also seemed to attach great importance to the mouse being easy to hold and move when designing the mouse. Ergonomics is therefore actually a good sales argument for the Glaive RGB.

Sensor and Operation: Absolute Precision

The PMW-3367 sensor from Pixart is used in the Glaive RGB. In terms of technical features, it is similar to the PMW-3366 sensor used in Logitech’s G900, among others. In comparison to this, however, the sensor used here has a higher resolution of up to 16,000 DPI.

The transfer rate of the mouse is 1,000 Hz. However, the user can also select 125 Hz, 250 Hz or 500 Hz as settings – however, the reduction does not really make sense, even with mobile use this hardly saves the battery life of a laptop. The DPI number can also be adjusted – a maximum of 16,000 DPI is possible, a minimum of 100. In order to make these settings, the driver software is required, which will be examined in more detail in the next section. Five profiles can be set here, from which can then be selected.

There is also the option of activating these five DPI profiles, which are defined in the software, with the help of a button below the mouse wheel, but this hardly works in practice: The key works only in one direction, so that a quick change of the DPI number is hardly possible. If you have time to click your way through all possible settings to reach your goal, you will find a possibility in the button – but if you want to change quickly, which is likely to be the case more often in practice, you will have to use the software.

Incidentally, the sensor is completely convincing in the test. With enormous precision, the mouse becomes an important aid – even in hectic game situations.

The highest DPI setting of 16,000 DPI sounds nice, but is simply not needed in practice. In practice, lower settings are more likely to be chosen – in our test we also opted for a much lower DPI number.

Software: Many Possibilities

Individual settings are made in the software. Here, for example, it is possible to adjust the lighting of the three RGB zones. Corsair offers five lighting profiles to choose from. The user can decide at will on the colouring and changing speed. Overall, the possibilities to adjust the lighting are ample. In addition, the mouse buttons can be configured individually. It is also possible to adapt the DPI profiles in the software.

Probably the most important setting is the surface calibration, with which the mouse is adapted to the mouse pad. To start the calibration, click on a small symbol, which is then rotated by moving the mouse. The software then calibrates the mouse using the data obtained during setting. In fact, the precision after adjustment is subjectively assessed much higher than before.

The software is quite clear. All in all, it is a clear advantage and offers many possibilities to influence the mouse.

Corsair Glaive RGB Review Conclusion

In conclusion, we can say that Corsair can actually deliver on the promise of combining design and ergonomics. Even the performance of the tested gaming mouse doesn’t suffer from the ergonomic features. Rather, it is very easy to operate and impresses with its high precision.

In the whole test only a small point of criticism is noticeable: Switching the DPI profiles directly at the mouse is cumbersome. This point, however, does not obscure the positive overall impression left by the Glaive RGB.

Especially the simple operation, the excellent sensor and many possibilities of individualization – here once again the three completely different thumb pieces are emphasized – could convince us in the test.

Finally the Glaive RGB gets a very good rating. We can recommend them.