I dare say it actually delivers on both counts, too. A firm fabric lines the top of the Razer Strider's surface, and this is able to deliver a swift and effortless glide with any half-decent gaming mouse. It's not as soft a finish as others on this list, but it's still comfortable to rest your palms on for the better part of a day.
Beneath that lies anti-slip rubber to effectively stick this mouse pad to your desk with zero chance of lateral movement. This extra layer also firms up the entire mouse pad, and to keep it from fraying there's some smart black stitching around the mat's edge. This stitching is really tight to the edge of the mat, so you can actually push your mouse over the edge of the pad without issue.
The MM is Corsair's premium line of cloth mousepads featuring a non-slip rubber base, stitched edges to prevent fraying, and a sturdy thickness of 0. The extended version is the largest available and designed to fit even the biggest gaming keyboards with plenty of room to spare.
When combined with a compact, ten-keyless keyboard, the surface area for the mouse feels almost infinite. Like most cloth mousepads, the MM Extended features a smooth, textile-weave design that ensures gliding a mouse across its surface feels like cutting through butter. We found it easy to pinpoint attacks in our FPS testing with a hefty amount of overhead for DPI adjustments, thanks to the massive surface area. Whether you like to move your mouse across the desk or just a couple of inches to make a turn, Corsair's oversized mouse pad has you—and your desk—covered.
Novelkeys is well-known for its custom group buys, covering everything a PC enthusiast could desire from key switches to mousepads. It specializes in colossal desk-sized pads in a range of limited edition styles. You'll want to check out its website every so often to see the latest flavor, as it usually only runs each one for a limited time as a group buys. The Camping mouse pad featuring a sprawling mountain range is currently gracing Jacob's PC setup and comes with a tiny tent and campfire decal in the bottom left.
That exact design is no longer available, but there are always much more accessible for you to pick up throughout the year. Most mousepads come in at an accommodating x x 4mm size with a rubber bottom, cloth top, and outer edge stitching to match. Just make sure to plan if you're hoping to pick up a Novelkeys design. You will have to wait until the conclusion of the group buy before the production of your chosen mouse pad begins, after which it can be a few more months before you receive it.
Due to the nature of a group buy, there can be delays along the way, too. Still, with mouse pads as well-made and gorgeous to look at as these, you can be sure they're worth the wait. Nothing compares to a solid, hard surface mousepad when it comes to pure speed and low tactile resistance, except maybe Razer's hybrid. PC gamers requiring subtle but rapid mouse movements prefer these slick, low friction surfaces that allow them to glide their mouse with ease.
While it does ultimately come down to personal preference, we prefer using hard mousepads while playing RTS and MOBA type games where swift map navigation and tight mobility are crucial. Unlike their cloth counterparts that all use very similar textiles, hard mousepads are made from a wide variety of components and blends, including aluminum, plastic, and rubber.
They vary dramatically in friction, weight, and design, so there is sure to be a hard mouse pad out there that is perfect for you. For us, the simplicity and ultra-smooth surface of the Logitech G make it our top choice when considering speed. At a glance, the surface of the G might appear to be completely smooth, but it is a polyethylene surface featuring microtextures that offer the perfect amount of resistance. Here our top picks, alongside our price comparison tool so you can get the best price available.
Instead, it offers a great deal more versatility than its higher priced sibling. This double sided mouse pad stays secure in place with rubber stoppers on each corner so that your mouse moves — not your mouse pad. The MM is also made of aluminum, and features a low-friction surface that will boost your response times in-game. Existing solely as a budget mousepad, the SteelSeries QcK does exactly what you want out of a mousepad and nothing more.
So, you won't have to panic when you inevitably spill your drink — except for all your other peripherals, we guess. Well, the ultra thin — less than half a millimeter in height — Razer Sphex v2 is the mouse pad for you.
Despite its thin profile, the polycarbonate surface is durable and optimised for laser or optical gaming mouse control. The Roccat Taito Control is a perfect example of how a no-frills accessory can be a great addition to a gaming rig. Most people think that the best gaming mouse pads are just glorified tablecloths that you move your mouse on top of. Well, until the Corsair MM Qi hit the market, that was almost right. Not only is this thing one of the best gaming mouse pads, but it also features Qi charging.
All the hottest gaming peripherals right now boast about how they can light your desk up like a Christmas tree, and the Corsair MM RGB Polaris is no different. It can hold your laptop or keyboard and mouse, along with any other accessories you have lying around. It has a non-slip ROG red rubber base and low-friction Sheath woven surface for maximum mouse control.
Sometimes, bigger is just better. Simple and effective, it can turn the top of your desk into a mat, great for those wider FPS aiming arcs. She is fat, queer and extremely online. This is convenient, but these mouse pads tend to be premium options due to their added complexity. The best gaming mouse pads have carefully calibrated surfaces, allowing you to choose between slicker options optimised for speed or rougher surfaces that provide better control.
Using a good gaming mouse pad also ensures your mouse feet won't wear down quickly or unevenly, lengthening your mouse's useful lifespan.
Gaming mouse pads are also offered in large sizes, providing more mousing space - ideal for mice used at low DPI settings. Other features, like perfectly flat edges, RGB lighting and even wireless charging are also available.
Start with materials. Plastic or metal hard pads are great for use on uneven surfaces, like badly worn desks, while cloth pads are more comfortable and machine-washable.
From here, consider whether your play style emphasises speed fast games with constant mouse movement like Fortnite or control tactical games like CSGO. Size comes next - generally, you'll want as big as possible, although high DPI mice allow for smaller pads. Finally, consider the features like wireless charging for a Logitech Lightspeed mouse and RGB for that gamer look. Esports pros in games like Counter-Strike, Fortnite and League of Legends tend to use relatively large mouse pads, thanks to their preference for lower DPI settings than the average gamer.
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