Corsair Dark Core RGB Pro SE Review

Corsair's newest wireless mouse has it all. From a superb sensor to insanely precise tracking, the Dark Core RGB Pro SE is an excellent gaming mouse for the money. Industry-standard Omron switches ensure it's super-responsive and reliable too. The Dark Core RGB Pro SE also comes with some brilliant software, making this mouse the complete package.

Speedy sensor works a dream; 50-hour battery life is great; Dual-connectivity switching is seamless;

Not ambidextrous; No additional weights;

Corsair Dark Core RGB Pro SE Review

Every device needs a fresh coat of paint every once in a while, even gaming mice. Corsair grabbed our attention with the Dark Core RGB SE in 2018, offering an elite wireless gaming mouse at a mid-level price. It's been two years, though, so Corsair is making a few tweaks to the Dark Core formula. Like Corsair's recent refresh of its iconic MMO mouse, the Scimitar RGB Elite, the $89.99 Dark Core RGB Pro SE updates the original with a series of minor changes and improvements. While not all of these changes are ideal, the Pro redesign is a net gain over the original Dark Core RGB, which is high praise considering it's already one of our favorite gaming mice.New Core, (Almost) the Same as the Old Core You have to look pretty closely at the Dark Core RGB Pro SE to notice that it’s any different than the original. Measuring 1.72 by 5 by 3.25 inches, it’s almost exactly the same size, though it’s a considerably heftier 4.94 ounces. It has the same high and wide right-handed shape, which ...

With an upgraded sensor and remodeled side buttons, Corsair's Dark Core RGB Pro SE updates a great mouse to keep it in the front rank.

Remodeled side macro buttons; Very good price; Qi wireless charging; Highly customizable lighting; Built-in dongle storage

Textured grip is a bit slippery; Fewer buttons than the first Dark Core; No really big changes