This video reviews the VXC Dragonfly R1S, a budget-friendly Chinese gaming mouse, highlighting its surprisingly high performance for its low price. The reviewer praises its 3395 SE sensor for flawless tracking, responsive Hanano blue shell pink dot switches, and comfortable lightweight design (48g). While noting minor shell creaking when squeezed, it's deemed unnoticeable during use, and the mouse is lauded for its refined build and improved features compared to similar models. The VXC Dragonfly R1S is highly recommended for budget-conscious gamers seeking exceptional value.
VXC Dragonfly R1S Gaming Mouse Review
0:08 Budget-Friendly Gaming Mouse: The video introduces the VXC Dragonfly R1S as a top-favorite budget Chinese gaming mouse, priced around $18 on AliExpress and $30 on Met Keys.
0:26 High-Performance Sensor: It features a 3395 SE sensor, a slightly cut-down version of the regular 3395, offering great performance with no spin-out, tracking, or liftoff issues.
0:42 Battery Life & Polling Rate: Equipped with a 250 mAh battery, it promises 35 hours of playtime at a 1K Hz polling rate. It supports up to 2K Hz with a separately purchased dongle.
0:55 Responsive Switches: The mouse uses Hanano blue shell pink dot switches, noted for their snappy, responsive feel with no pre-travel and minimal post-travel. Side buttons are also praised for their clicky, snappy feel.
1:18 Quality Scroll Wheel: The scroll wheel features defined steps and a satisfying click.
1:39 Minor Build Quirks: The shell exhibits a slight creaking sound when squeezed hard, but this is not noticeable during gaming. Side buttons do not actuate under pressure.
1:57 Improved Skates: The stock skates were replaced with Obsidian Donut skates for a significantly better glide.
2:06 Ergonomic Shape: The mouse has a comfortable shape, similar to the Razer Viper Mini (with flatter sides) and the Beast X (with a more pronounced back hump), which the reviewer prefers. It's almost an exact copy of the Daroo Shark M3 2K, but the VXC is preferred for its slightly better feel and reliability.
2:41 Refined Design: The VXC Dragonfly R1S is considered a more refined and improved version of the Daroo Shark M3, with better implementation of clicks and side buttons, and tighter tolerances.
2:59 Lightweight Design: The reviewer's copy weighs only 48 grams.
3:08 Company Reputation & Comparison: Made by the same company as the VGN Dragonfly F1 Pro Line, the VXC R1S is considered an even better product, offering more comfort and better build quality.
3:25 Ideal for Claw Grip & Budget Gamers: It is recommended for claw grip users and is highlighted as one of the best options for gamers on an "extreme budget" seeking amazing performance.
3:40 Basic Unboxing Experience: The unboxing experience is minimal, including just the mouse, a cord, and paperwork, which is deemed acceptable given the low price point.
3:53 High Satisfaction: The reviewer expresses thorough impressio, hoping other units match the quality of his "goated" copy.