The LAMZU MAYA X is a lightweight, wireless gaming mouse that continues the MAYA linup. It has an identical symmetrical shape with relatively straight sides and a low, centered hump to the LAMZU MAYA, but it's larger overall. Like the rest of the lineup, it has a solid plastic body and a weight-saving, open plastic frame on the underside instead of a more conventional solid baseplate. It uses PixArt's PAW3950 sensor and supports a maximum wireless polling rate of 8000Hz right out of the box. Instead of a downloadable configuration software, it uses a web-based software that you can access from your browser.
Our Verdict
The LAMZU MAYA X is adequate for work. It has excellent build quality, an accommodating symmetrical shape, and wireless connectivity with its USB receiver. That said, it doesn't support Bluetooth or multi-device pairing, and its scroll wheel lacks L/R tilt inputs. Also, some of the inputs don't work properly on macOS. See the Compatibility section for more details.
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Excellent build quality.
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Accommodating symmetrical shape.
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No Bluetooth connectivity or multi-device pairing.
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Scroll wheel lacks free scrolling and L/R tilt inputs.
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Framework baseplate design leaves the inside more open to collecting detritus.
The LAMZU MAYA X is an outstanding FPS gaming mouse. It's extremely lightweight, so it's easy to move accurately and quickly. It also delivers fantastic raw performance with remarkable click latency and sensor performance. Its symmetrical shape is accommodating to all grip types and most hand sizes, and it has excellent overall build quality.
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Excellent build quality.
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Accommodating symmetrical shape.
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Superb raw performance.
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Extremely lightweight.
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Framework baseplate design leaves the inside more open to collecting detritus.
The LAMZU MAYA X is very good for MMO gaming, though it doesn't have nearly as many side buttons as a dedicated MMO mouse. That said, it has excellent build quality, its symmetrical shape comfortably accommodates all grip types, and it provides remarkable raw gaming performance across the board.
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Excellent build quality.
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Accommodating symmetrical shape.
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Superb raw performance.
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Framework baseplate design leaves the inside more open to collecting detritus.
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Significantly fewer side buttons compared to dedicated MMO gaming mice.
The LAMZU MAYA X has superb raw performance. Its click latency is remarkably low, and its sensor has low latency and is very accurate and consistent. It also has a maximum polling rate of 8000Hz.
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Fantastic click latency.
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Remarkable sensor latency.
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8000Hz maximum polling rate.
- 6.6 Work
- 9.3 Video Games (FPS)
- 7.8 Video Games (MMO)
- 9.4 Raw Performance
- Updated Dec 06, 2024: Review published.
- Updated Nov 29, 2024: Early access published.
- Updated Nov 26, 2024: Our testers have started testing this product.
- Updated Nov 13, 2024: The product has arrived in our lab, and our testers will start evaluating it soon.
- Updated Nov 04, 2024: We've purchased the product and are waiting for it to arrive in our lab.
- Updated Nov 03, 2024: The product has won our suggestion poll, so we'll buy and test it soon.
Differences Between Sizes And Variants
The LAMZU MAYA X is part of a wider lineup of gaming mice with the same shape. Some variants, like the MAYA X we tested, have the newer PixArt 3950 sensor and optical switches. Older variants, including the LAMZU MAYA (4K Compatible), which we tested in a separate review, use the older PixArt 3395 sensor and mechanical switches.
The performance differences between the models that use the 3950 and 3395 sensors are marginal and not noticeable. Models that use Omron Optical switches won't suffer from double-clicking issues as they age, which is a possibility for mice using mechanical switches.
| Name | Color Options | Size | High Polling Dongle | Max Polling Rate | Sensor | Switches |
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| LAMZU MAYA DOODLE | White w/ Graphics | Small-Medium | Not Included | 8000Hz | PixArt PAW3950 | Omron Optical |
| Fnatic x LAMZU MAYA 8K | Orange | Small-Medium | Included | 8000Hz | PixArt PAW3950 | Omron Optical |
| LAMZU MAYA X | Purple Shadow, Cloud Gray, White, Charcoal Black | Medium-Large | Included | 8000Hz | PixArt PAW3950 | Omron Optical |
| Fnatic x LAMZU MAYA X 8K | Orange | Medium-Large | Included | 8000Hz | PixArt PAW3950 | Omron Optical |
| LAMZU MAYA (4K Compatible) | Cloud Gray, Imperial Red, White, Charcoal Black | Small-Medium | Not included | 8000Hz | PixArt PAW3395 | Huano Blue Shell Pink Dot |
| LAMZU MAYA 4K | Cloud Gray, Charcoal Black | Small-Medium | Included (4000Hz) | 8000Hz | PixArt PAW3395 | Huano Blue Shell Pink Dot |
See our unit's label here. We bought and tested the Charcoal Black version.
Compared To Other Mice
The LAMZU MAYA X continues the MAYA lineup of lightweight wireless gaming mice. It has the same shape as the LAMZU MAYA, but it's bigger all around, making it more suitable for larger hands. Still, it's accommodating for most hand sizes and grip types, thanks to its centered hump and relatively flat sides.
Despite it having a newer sensor and supporting an 8000Hz polling rate out of the box, it performs nearly identically to the LAMZU MAYA. This makes it a compelling option if you're looking for an FPS gaming mouse with top-tier performance, a lightweight body, and a shape that accommodates most grip types and hand sizes.
For more recommendations, see our picks for the best mouse, the best lightweight mouse, and the best FPS mouse.
The LAMZU MAYA X and the LAMZU MAYA are lightweight wireless gaming mice with the same symmetrical shape. The MAYA X is bigger, has optical switches instead of mechanical ones, uses a newer sensor, and supports an 8000Hz polling rate out of the box. That said, they both have a top-tier performance that's nearly identical.
The Razer Viper V3 Pro and the LAMZU MAYA X are lightweight wireless gaming mice. They have similar symmetrical shapes, but the Razer has a slightly longer front end and marginally higher button height. The Razer has slightly better raw performance, but both mice are remarkable.
The LAMZU MAYA X and the Logitech G PRO X SUPERLIGHT 2 are lightweight wireless gaming mice with symmetrical shapes. They have similar shapes overall, but the Logitech has a more gentle curvature and a higher button height. The LAMZU is significantly lighter, making it easier to move quickly and accurately. While they both have outstanding performance, the Logitech slightly outperforms the LAMZU.
The Ninjutso Sora V2 and the LAMZU MAYA X are lightweight wireless gaming mice with symmetrical shapes. The Ninjutso is slightly smaller and has a hump that's further towards the rear, making it better suited for claw grip. The LAMZU has a more accommodating shape that's suitable for all grip types and most hand sizes. The two have similar performance, but the LAMZU supports an 8000Hz polling rate out of the box.
Test Results
Like its smaller sibling the LAMZU MAYA, the LAMZU MAYA X has a relatively minimal aesthetic. It has a matte plastic body, side buttons, and a rubberized scroll wheel with a raised filigree pattern. There's a gold LAMZU logo on the bottom left side, and while there's no RGB lighting, there's a status LED just below the logo that can indicate your battery life and selected CPI.
Its bottom plate has a framework-like design that leaves the interior of the mouse open.
Because of the properties of the plastic finish on this mouse, we applied an aerosol spray that adds small white particles that are visible in the scan but are not present on the mouse out of the box.
This is only cosmetic and helps ensure we can capture a readable scan, but it doesn't affect the accuracy of the measurements.
The LAMZU MAYA X has excellent build quality. It has a high-quality plastic shell with a matte dry grip coating. It's well-assembled with no significant flex, creaks, or rattles when applying pressure or shaking the mouse. The left and right click buttons don't wobble, but there's a very minimal amount of side-to-side play that's within the expected range and doesn't present any issues with normal use.
This mouse has a symmetrical shape that's bigger but otherwise identical to the LAMZU MAYA. It has a fairly low, centered hump and relatively straight sides. It's comfortable and well-suited for most hand sizes using palm or claw grips, but it's slightly oversized for small-handed fingertip grippers.
You can connect to this mouse wirelessly using its included 2.4GHz USB receiver.
LAMZU doesn't advertise battery life figures, but users have been reporting around 80 hours of battery life at 1000Hz, and 20 hours at 8000Hz with competition mode enabled.
This mouse has a lightweight and flexible paracord-like cable. It glides smoothly across desks and mousepads. However, it does retain some minor kinking from its packaging.
This mouse's feet glide easily across mousepads but are slightly scratchy-sounding when used on desks or harder mousepads. However, this is typical and doesn't affect gliding performance. There's a set of replacement feet included in the box, and LAMZU sells replacement PTFE feet and alternate glass feet on their website.
- USB-C to USB-A cable
- 8k dongle
- Additional mouse feet
- Adhesive skin for underside
- Adhesive grip tape
- Carrying pouch
- User documentation
You can reprogram most buttons on the mouse using the configuration software. However, left-click must always be assigned, and you can't reprogram the scroll up or down inputs. The CPI button on the underside of the mouse has limited functionality and can only be reprogrammed to change the CPI, lift-off distance, and polling rate and to toggle competitive mode.
The LAMZU MAYA X delivers superb click latency performance, providing a highly responsive-feeling experience for casual or competitive gaming.
We conducted this test at its maximum wireless polling rate of 8000Hz with competitive mode enabled and at its lowest debounce setting of 0 ms.
We conducted additional wireless testing at different polling rates and found the following results:
4000Hz
- 1.4 ms
1000Hz
- 1.5 ms
This mouse's sensor reliably tracks your movements extremely accurately with minimal variation.
This mouse has remarkable sensor latency performance. It reacts incredibly quickly to your inputs, and you won't notice any lag or delay.
We tested it at its maximum polling rate of 8000Hz with motion sync disabled and competitive mode enabled. We also conducted supplementary testing at 4000Hz and 1000Hz and found the following results:
4000Hz:
- Delay to start of movement: 15.3 ms
- Delay at half movement: 2.4 ms
- Delay to end of movement: 1.0 ms
1000Hz:
- Delay to start of movement: 14.4 ms
- Delay at half movement: 2.8 ms
- Delay to end of movement: 1.8 ms
This mouse's wireless polling rate options are 1000Hz, 2000Hz, 4000Hz, and 8000Hz. Its maximum wired polling rate is 1000Hz.
This mouse features a 'Competitive Mode,' which LAMZU indicates increases performance at the cost of battery life.
This mouse's scroll wheel has a very grippy rubber coating with a raised filigree pattern. Scrolling is relatively quiet and feels precise with well-pronounced steps.
This mouse uses LAMZU's Aurora web-based software. It's simple, has an intuitive user interface, and allows you to adjust a range of expected settings like CPI, polling rate, lift-off distance, and button mappings.
The software is only compatible with Google Chrome and other chromium-based web browsers. On macOS, the software doesn't detect the mouse, even in Google Chrome.
On macOS, all buttons work as intended in some programs, like Google Chrome, but both side buttons act as a middle click in Safari. Since the web software doesn't work on macOS, there's no workaround for this issue.