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Razer Viper Mini vs BenQ ZOWIE ZA12-B
Side-by-Side Comparison
Products
Razer Viper Mini
BenQ ZOWIE ZA12-B
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ConnectivityWired
TypeStandard
Default Weight58.7 g
AmbidextrousShape Only
ConnectivityWired
TypeStandard
Default Weight127 g
AmbidextrousYes
Variants
- Viper Mini (Black)
- ZOWIE ZA12-B (Glossy White)
- ZOWIE ZA12-B (Matte Black)
Our Verdict
Razer Viper Mini
BenQ ZOWIE ZA12-B
The Razer Viper Mini is overall better than the BenQ ZOWIE ZA12-B. It has a wider and adjustable CPI range and a much lower click latency. Unlike the BenQ, the Razer has customization software, letting you set macros and remap all of its buttons. Also, thanks to its smaller size, it weighs less, and it's perfect for a fingertip grip for all hand-sizes. However, if you prefer using a claw or palm grip, the BenQ's larger size is better suited for these grip types.
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Main Differences for
Threshold
Work
6.1
5.9
Number Of Programmable Inputs
14
0
Additional Buttons
7.4
4.2
Mouse Compatibility
8.3
10
Build Quality
8.5
7.5
Full Comparison
Design
Style
Style Picture
Type
Standard
Standard
Coating
Matte
Matte
Lighting Color
RGB
No Lighting
Shape
3D Model
Length
4.6" (117 mm)
5.0" (128 mm)
Width
2.4" (61 mm)
2.5" (65 mm)
Height
1.5" (39 mm)
1.6" (41 mm)
Grip Width
60 mm
62 mm
Ambidextrous
Shape Only
Yes
Left-Handed Friendly
Yes
No
Finger Rest
No
No
Portability
5.8
5.6
Portability picture
Box Volume
16.96 in³ (278 cm³)
20.69 in³ (339 cm³)
Receiver Storing
No
No
Build Quality
8.5
7.5
Build quality picture
Weight
9.1
6.4
Minimum Weight Picture
Lowest Weight
58.7 g
84 g
Default Weight
58.7 g
127 g
Weight Distribution
Centered
Centered
Extra Weights
No
No
Maximum Weight Without Wire
84 g
Hand Size Recommendation
Palm Grip Hand Recommendation
Claw Grip Hand Recommendation
Fingertip Grip Hand Recommendation
Right-handed
No
Left-handed
Yes
No
Ambidextrous
Shape Only
Yes
Coating
Matte
Matte
Finger Rest
No
No
Wireless Versatility
0.0
0.0
Maximum Of Paired Devices
Wired
Bluetooth
No
No
Receiver
No
No
Battery Type
No Batteries
No Batteries
Use When Charging
No
No
On/Off Activation
None
None
Receiver Extender
No
No
Battery Indicator
No
No
Cable
8.0
6.5
Cable Video
Connectivity
Wired
Wired
Cable Length
6.1 ft (1.9 m)
6.9 ft (2.1 m)
Cable Type
Paracord-like
Rubber
Permanent Kink
Yes
Yes
Port Type: Mouse End
No Port
No Port
Port Type: PC End
USB
USB
Mouse Feet
9.0
8.0
Mouse Feet picture
Gliding Experience
Good
Ok
Material
Virgin Grade PTFE
PTFE
Extra Included
No
Yes
In The Box
In the box picture
Palm Grip: Hand Size Recommendation
Palm Grip Picture
Small Hand
Yes
Medium Hand
Yes
Large Hand
Yes
X.Large Hand
Yes
Claw Grip: Hand Size Recommendation
Claw Grip Picture
Small Hand
Yes
Medium Hand
Yes
Large Hand
Yes
X.Large Hand
Yes
Fingertip Grip: Hand Size Recommendation
Fingertip Grip Picture
Small Hand
No
Medium Hand
No
Large Hand
Yes
X.Large Hand
Yes
Control
Main Button
Actuation Graph
Force/Distances Graph
Switch Type
Optical
Switch Model
Razer Optical Mouse Switch Gen 2
Additional Buttons
7.4
4.2
Buttons Picture
Buttons Activation
Mechanical
Total Number Of Buttons
6
7
Number Of Side Buttons
2
2
Number Of Programmable Inputs
14
0
Profile Switching Button
Yes
No
CPI (DPI) Switching Button
Yes
Gesture Support
No
No
Click Latency
9.5
7.6
Latency Testing While Gaming
Latency Data
Expected Connection
2.3 ms
Wired
2.3 ms
17 ms
Receiver
N/A
N/A
Bluetooth
N/A
N/A
CPI
8.3
CPI Video
CPI Graph
SRAV Close-Up
SRAV @ 1600 CPI
-1.27%
SRAV @ 800 CPI
-1.75%
SRAV @ 400 CPI
-1.25%
SRAV @ Fixed CPI
N/A
Precision Error Between Speeds
0.71%
Precision Error Between CPI
2.34%
Worst Tracking Error
4.50%
Minimum CPI
200 CPI
400 CPI
Maximum CPI
8,500 CPI
3,200 CPI
CPI Adjustment Steps
100 CPI
N/A
Sensor Latency
9.0
Sensor Latency Demonstration
Sensor Latency Transition Graph
Sensor Latency CPI Graph
Delay To Start Of Movement
12.5 ms
Delay At Half Movement
3.2 ms
Delay To End Of Movement
4.2 ms
Sensor Specifications
Sensor Technology
Optical (LED)
Optical (LED)
Sensor Model
PixArt PMW3359
PixArt PMW3360
Works On Glass
No
No
Minimum CPI (DPI)
200 CPI
400 CPI
Maximum CPI (DPI)
8,500 CPI
3,200 CPI
CPI (DPI) Adjustment Steps
100 CPI
N/A
CPI (DPI) Variation
-9%
Minimum Lift Off Distance
2.4 mm
2.4 mm
Maximum Polling Rate
1000 Hz
1000 Hz
Mouse Wheel
Mouse wheel picture
Scroll Wheel Type
Notched Wheel
Notched Wheel
Scroll Wheel Steps
24 Steps
16 Steps
Scroll Wheel Tilt
No
No
Thumb Wheel Type
No
No
Thumb Wheel Steps
No Thumb Wheel
No Thumb Wheel
Noise
Noise Video
Click Noise
Quiet
Quiet
Operating System And Software
Configuration Software
Software Tour
Software Name
Razer Synapse 3
No software
Software Windows Compatibility
Yes
No
Software macOS Compatibility
No
No
On-Board Memory
Yes
No
CPI (DPI) Adjustment
Yes
No
Polling Rate Adjustment
Yes
No
Profile Configuration
Yes
No
Profile Auto-Switching
Yes
Software settings screenshot
RGB On/Off
Yes
No
Account Needed
No Software
Mouse Compatibility
8.3
10
Windows Compatibility
Fully
Fully
macOS Compatibility
Partially
Fully
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