About a year after the convincing Glorious Model O Pro Wireless (our review), Glorious launches the successor of the gaming mouse. In addition to a new sensor, the gaming mouse improves in all aspects on a technical level and is thus supposed to appeal to even competitive professionals. Our Glorious Model O2 Pro review clarifies whether this succeeds.
Technical data
| Ergonomics | Symmetrical (for left- and right-handed users) |
| Sensor | Glorious BAMF 2.0 |
| Sensor type | Optical |
| DPI | 100 – 26,000 |
| IPS | 650 |
| Acceleration | 50G |
| Sampling rate | 8,000 Hz (wired); 4,000 Hz (wireless) |
| Hardware acceleration | None |
| Number of keys | 6 (6 programmable) |
| Material | ABS plastic |
| Switches | Glorious Speed Switches |
| Weight | 62 grams |
| Dimension (L x W) | 120.00 mm x 67.00 mm |
| Length / material of the cable | 2.0 meters / fabric jacket |
| Connection | USB Type-A to USB Type-C |
| Connectivity | Wireless (2.4 GHz receiver); wired |
| Battery life | Up to 80 hours |
| Price | € 139.99 * |
Glorious Model O2 Pro review: design and workmanship
- Sleek, black plastic design
- Convincing build quality
- susceptible to fingerprints
The Glorious Model O2 Pro relies on a glossy black plastic case that features a textured finish. As with its predecessor, version two relies on a closed mouse back that comes without a honeycomb look.
Although the Model O2 Pro is a wireless mouse, the weight of the symmetrical rodent is very low at 62 grams. With dimensions of around 120 mm x 67 mm (length x width), the gaming mouse is also quite compact.
The button layout is reminiscent of the predecessor: The two primary buttons, the grained scroll wheel with a pleasant grid and the DPI button are found on the top. On the left, two additional buttons are easily accessible for the thumb.
Furthermore, the 4K/8K edition is indicated here in a slightly shiny contrast, while the model name is visible in white letters on the right. On the bottom, we find the power button, sensor and an LED that indicates the different DPI settings in different colors.
Four generous PTFE glide feet expertly round out the design on the bottom. The build quality of the Glorious Model O2 Pro is impeccable. Despite the light plastic construction, the mouse looks very high-quality, but the case is quite susceptible to fingerprints.
In the scope of delivery, we find, in addition to the mouse and paperwork, a two-meter long and fabric-covered USB-A to USB-C cable, as well as the 4K wireless receiver including USB-C input, which apparently wants to be used on the cable – unusual.
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Sensor and hands-on test
- Excellent, accurate sensor
- very good gliding properties
- precise and durable switches
As already mentioned, the Glorious Model O2 Pro makes noticeable gains, especially from a technical perspective. This already starts with the optical BAMF 2.0 sensor, which now resolves with up to 26,000 DPI instead of 19,000 DPI, and that at a tracking speed of 650 IPS (instead of 400 IPS in the predecessor).
We already know the sensor from the Model O2 Wireless (our review), where it could convince all along the line. Of course, this also applies to the O2 Pro, which delivers an absolutely convincing performance here and allows pinpoint movements in practice.
Another new feature is the impressive polling rate of 8,000 Hertz in wired mode and 4,000 Hertz in wireless mode – these are all values that should also appeal to professional gamers and that the average gamer will of course be happy to accept without feeling too much.
The gliding properties are also excellent thanks to the supple PTFE feet. Furthermore, the two primary keys have been reworked, which now rely on optical Glorious Speed Switches.
They are said to trigger in just 0.2 milliseconds due to infrared contacts, which is once again significantly faster than mechanical switches, which come in at one millisecond. Again, the difference is of course barely noticeable for most. At the same time, the durability of the switches increases to a whopping 100 million clicks. Professionals also have more options in the software to precisely adjust the gaming mouse, but more on that later.
Otherwise, the Glorious Model O2 Pro is very comfortable in the hand and is particularly suitable for the palm grip, but with medium-sized paws, the fingertip grip is also possible without any problems.
Battery life of the Glorious Model O2 Pro
- Up to 80 hours of runtime
- at 4,000 Hz, however, only 35 hours
Despite the low weight, the battery life of the Glorious Model O2 Pro can really be seen. If you use the gaming mouse wirelessly in conjunction with the 2.4 GHz wireless receiver, up to 80 hours of use are possible.
That is of course a bit less than the normal Model O2, which is mainly due to the faster sensor and the higher sampling rate, but it is still a very good value. However, the runtime drops considerably as the polling rate increases – at 4,000 Hz (the maximum in wireless mode), only 35 hours are possible.
Here, some competitors such as the Razer Viper 8k (our review) or the Corsair Sabre RGB Pro Wireless (our review) come up with significantly longer runtimes.
Software connectivity: Glorious Core
- intuitive, clear software
- many setting options
As always with the manufacturer, the clearly arranged Glorious Core application is used as the accompanying software. This first welcomes us after the initial installation with a firmware update, which happens quickly.
There are actually only three tabs for the gaming mouse within the software. The main page informs us about the firmware version, battery status and lets us choose between three different profiles – corresponding profiles can also be imported or exported if desired.
All six programmable keys can be freely changed under the menu item “Key Binding”. The possibilities are almost endless. In addition to individual keys, combinations can be used, keyboard and mouse functions can be used, shortcuts (for programs or website calls, for example) and even complex macros can be used.
In the “Performance” tab, on the other hand, the Glorious Model O2 Pro can be fine-tuned down to the smallest detail. On the one hand, the four color-defined DPI settings can be freely adjusted here (in 200 DPI steps).
On the other hand, professionals make additional settings here. These include, for example, adjusting the debounce time between mouse clicks (between 0 ms and 16 ms) or the lift-off distance (between 1 mm and 2 mm).
All in all, this is a compact software, but it doesn’t miss any options and scores with a pleasantly tidy interface.
Glorious Model O2 Pro review: conclusion
The Glorious Model O2 Pro doesn’t reinvent the wheel of gaming mice, but it marks a clear improvement in comparison to its direct predecessor and the O2 Wireless, and in all respects.
The build quality and durability have improved, the sensor and tracking properties are excellent, and the settings are outstanding. In terms of key performance data, the new mouse is way ahead.
However, the battery life is a bit lacking. This is absolutely okay at 1000 hertz, but is reduced to about a third at the maximum setting. However, there is not much more to criticize about the Model O2 Pro.
This puts the nager largely on par with the Corsair M75 AIR (our review), for example, which is ahead in terms of battery life and connectivity, but has fewer programmable buttons and a lower sampling rate.
In summary, with the Glorious Model O2 Pro you get a gaming mouse that is reduced to the essentials, relies on convincing inner values and delivers impeccable performance at an absolutely fair price.
Glorious Model O2 Pro
Workmanship
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Ergonomics
Software
Value for money
92/100
With the Glorious Model O2 Pro, the manufacturer delivers an excellent and lightweight gaming mouse that should also impress professionals with its strong technology.
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