Whether you're gaming on your PC or just trying to get some work done, having a dependable and accurate mouse can make a big difference. Selecting text and clicking into the right spreadsheet cells is one thing, but once you're gaming, it gets even more important to have a great mouse, and there are many gaming mice to choose from. Unfortunately, with all those options, there are plenty of duds and many that just cost more than anyone should have to stomach (we're talking the price of a decent processor).
Fortunately, we've tried out so many mice, so we know which can still muster solid performance while boasting a price tag that's more gentle on the eyes. In fact, some of these gaming mice even borrow the design and features of their more expensive counterparts but stay a bit more affordable by dialing back things like RGB lighting or fancy connectivity options. Most of these options will cost you less than $50 while still delivering solid performance that track accurately enough for you to start working on your muscle memory and train those flick shots.
Below, you'll find wired and wireless mice that may seem simple at first but will work great whether you're a new gamer or a seasoned competitor.
Looking for discounts on these budget gaming mice? Watch out for the upcoming Prime Day October sale and Black Friday deals.
Sensor: TrueMove Air Optical | Sensitivity: 18,000 CPI | Shape: Right-Handed | Buttons: 6 | Connection: Wireless | Weight: 95-106 grams
The SteelSeries Rival 3 is already a top-notch budget gaming mouse, but now it's leveled up with the Rival 3 Wireless. It takes the familiar shape of the Rival series and provides it with speedy wireless connectivity thanks to a low-latency wireless dongle. You also get
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