Battle of Super Budget Super Lightweight Mice. (Mad R, R6, L7)
The Battle of Super-Budget, Super-Lightweight Mice: Mad R, R6, and L7 Pro
As someone who loves budget-friendly gaming peripherals, I’ve dived deep into the world of super-lightweight mice. My journey has been long and winding—starting with the HTX Ace at 36g, which had a great shape but left me heartbroken with its short lifespan. That experience pushed me into a rabbit hole, searching for the perfect replacement.
Recently, I picked up three incredibly affordable options during the 11/11 sales on AliExpress, each costing less than $35:
- VXE Mad R
- Attack Shark R6
- MCHOSE L7 Pro
Even at their regular price of $50, these mice offer fantastic value for their specs. Among these contenders, the MCHOSE L7 Pro stands out as the king of budget mice and, in my opinion, even surpasses the Razer Viper V3. Here’s how they stack up:
Shape and Grip
Each mouse has a distinct feel, even though they share a general design philosophy: larger rear humps, slimmer waists, and lower front clicks.
- Mad R:
- Clone of the X2V2 with flat sides and a pronounced rear hump.
- Versatile for various grip styles, though fingertip grip might feel a bit awkward for larger hands.
- Deep comfort grooves on the clicks help keep your fingers locked in.
- Best for palm or claw grips but less optimal for fingertip.
- R6:
- Strongly curved sides and a larger rear hump, locking your hand into a claw grip.
- Extremely focused on claw grip, making fingertip or palm grips impractical.
- Similar in feel to the Lamzu Atlantis Mini but at a fraction of the cost.
- L7 Pro:
- A hybrid shape, balancing flat and curved sides, making it suitable for claw and fingertip grips.
- Deep finger grooves offer exceptional control without forcing your hand into a specific position.
- Unique and versatile, this is the most comfortable mouse for my 19×10 hands.
Winner: The L7 Pro takes the crown for its flexibility across grip styles and unmatched fingertip comfort.
Deeper Breakdown
VXE Mad R: It’s a very solid shape, easy to grab onto and use in any way. Of the mouse on this list this is the most universal mouse. It has fairly flat sides with a larger rear hump and only slight curvature to the mouse itself along the sides but not a ton. It’s easy to grab this mouse and use it in pretty much any grip type. If you wanna go fingertip you will likely feel the rear of hump of the mouse in your hand, however it still works well. It’s also the largest of these mouse, not by a ton but it is more a full sized mouse, which somewhat hurts the fingerip viability of it. The clicks have deep comfort grooves to allow you to really keep your fingers locked in on the clicks and the side buttons are fairly easy to hit as well. This is actually a clone of the X2V2. It’s literally the same as their VXE R1 mouse except much more lightweight. Dropping from 51g to 36g (40g on my scale) and the VXE R1 is a fairly famous clone of the X2V2. Comparing it to my X2V2 Mini it’s very obvious where the inspiration for it comes from. Overall it’s a very good and very safe shape.
Attack Shark R6: This is a much more focused shape. It has a larger rear hump that closes in towards the front with deeply angled slopes for the sides, with large curves to bring the fingers together. This mouse is designed for mainly Claw grip. It’s designed to really lock in your grip heavily to pull the mouse in heavily to really give you a very solid “locked in” feeling. It’s VERY heavily curved to force the mouse in, to the point that unlike something like the Lethal LA-1 or OP1 you cannot really fingertip this mouse, it will force your fingers in such a way to make that not really work. It has some comfort grooves on the clicks but they are not very extreme and are more flattened compared to the other two mice. This mouse feels, in hand to me, extremely similar to the Lamzu Atlantis Mini but with a slightly larger rear hump. Which means this mouse is identical to the Scyrox V8, and Sora V2, with comparable weight and shape for less than half of either. It’s a very solid shape if you really enjoy that locked in claw feeling but not much others.
MCHOSE L7: This is somewhere inbetween. It’s the same base shape, larger rear hump, lower front clicks, smaller overall buy interestingly enough it’s not as curved on the sides as the R6, but not as flat as the Mad R. This makes it a solid option for claw or fingertip and easily the best fingertip of all three mice. It’s not actually comparable to many mice I can think of and is honestly a fairly unique shape overall for what i’ve tried. It has some deeper finger grooves that feel very solid and help you get a solid grip on the mouse which is nice. It doesn’t force you into any specific grip allowing you to really find and figure out any way you want to hold it and everything can work though a palm is not the most comfortable for me with slightly larger than average hands.
Conclusion: The Mad R is solid for all grip styles but fingertip will likely struggle a bit with it, the R6 is a very locked in Claw grip only kind of mouse, and the L7 works for all grip styles but palm won’t work well with larger hands.
SPECS:
| Mouse | Mad R | R6 | L7 Pro |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sensor | 3395 (can be 3950) | 3950 | 3395 (can be 3950) |
| Clicks | Omron Optical | Omron Optical | Omron Optical |
| Weight (My Scale) | 36+3g (40) | 39+3g (42) | 39+2g (39) |
| 8k Polling | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Software | Web-based | Web-based | Web-based |
| Dimensions | 1206338 | 1186038 | 1166136 |
| Bluetooth | No | Yes | Yes |
| Skates | PTFE | PTFE | PTFE |
All three mice perform exceptionally well, with smooth sensors and reliable polling rates. The differences are minor, but the L7 Pro edges ahead with its 3395 sensor and a weight of just 39g.
Clicks, Scroll Wheels, and Coating
- Clicks: All three use Omron optical switches, but the L7 Pro stands out with snappier, more satisfying clicks. The higher-pitched sound adds to the tactile feedback.
- Scroll Wheels:
- The L7 Pro has a distinct, tactile scroll similar to the Razer Viper V3 Pro—smooth, precise, and satisfying to use.
- The Mad R has a stiffer, less pronounced scroll, while the R6 offers a light, bump-free experience akin to the Logitech Superlight.
- Coating:
- The L7 Pro has a smooth, premium coating that grips well once warmed by your hands—a hallmark of quality reminiscent of Razer mice.
- The Mad R and R6 also feature great coatings, but the L7 Pro feels the most polished.
Build Quality and Skates
Despite their budget pricing, all three mice are surprisingly well-built with no noticeable flex or weak points.
The Mad R and R6 skates are fast and glide effortlessly, but I still recommend aftermarket skates for optimal performance.
Skates:
The L7 Pro features black PTFE skates that feel slower out of the box but smooth out beautifully after breaking in.
WHATS IN THE BOX: Each box comes with a solid amount of items.
Mad R: Mouse, 8k Polling Dongle, Braided cable, Card, Warranty certification/manual, grip tape (identical in feel to in box Razer Grip Tape) and extra/smaller skates.
R6: Mouse, 8k Polling Dongle, Braided cable, Warranty certification/manual, grip tape (identical in feel to in box Lamzu Grip Tape) and extra skates.
L7: Mouse, 8k Polling Dongle, Braided cable, Card, Warranty certification/manual, grip tape (feels fairly cheap grip tape wise reminds me of cheaper Attack Shark grip tape like the X3 or R1)
The L7 Pro: A Budget King
The MCHOSE L7 Pro has blown me away with its performance, versatility, and value. It balances everything you’d want in a gaming mouse:
- A unique, comfortable shape that works for claw and fingertip grips.
- Lightweight design without sacrificing build quality.
- Snappy clicks, precise scroll, and reliable sensor performance.
It’s hard to believe this mouse costs under $50. For budget-conscious gamers who demand high performance, the L7 Pro is an absolute no-brainer.
TL;DR
- Mad R: A safe, versatile option for palm and claw grips but less ideal for fingertip users.
- R6: A claw-grip specialist with a locked-in design that isn’t suited for other grip styles.
- L7 Pro: The most well-rounded option, excelling in versatility, build quality, and performance.
If you’re looking for a lightweight, budget-friendly gaming mouse that punches well above its price point, the MCHOSE L7 Pro is the one to beat. It’s the best budget mouse I’ve ever used—and better than even some premium options like the Razer Viper V3.
Questions or thoughts? Let me know—I’m happy to dive deeper! 🎮
