GXT 980 REDEX is the wireless mouse that enters the Trust Gaming assortment: Durability, low latency and rechargeable battery. We tell you everything!
Trust Gaming continues to enrich its range of products for players looking for quality at a friendly price. On this occasion, we were able to review the mouse GXT 980 REDEX, a new mid-range wireless in the assortment, which will soon be available in Argentine stores.
The GXT 980 REDEX promise three things: low latency, long battery life and a sensor of up to 10,000 dpi. It also offers us a durability of up to 80 million clicks. When we are looking for a gaming mouse and we are put before a wireless product, it is exactly these characteristics that we are looking for. Therefore, we will analyze in detail whether the GXT 980 REDEX complies.
Technical specifications
The GXT 980 REDEX it’s a plastic mouse, with just a bit of RGB lighting. Its measurements are 112 mm high, 54 mm wide and 39 mm thick. It has a weight of 86 grams and its casing can be opened to reveal a compartment in which we will store the wireless USB 2.0 sensor when we are not using it.
The battery of this mouse promises up to 50 hours of charge -without the LED on- and also the USB-C cable is included in the box with which you can plug in and charge the battery when you run out. The battery takes a considerably long time to charge -a full afternoon- and will last us -depending on the intensity of our gaming sessions- about 4 days of autonomy. Once plugged in, you will be able to continue using the mouse. The battery level is measured through an LED indicator on the body of the mouse.
It has six buttons: right, left, middle, off, on, DPI controller and two side buttons for navigation. These buttons are programmable and compatible with the use of Macros. Its body is black, smooth, with a slight curve where the palm of the hand goes. Also comfortable for the “claw” and “fingertip” position when grasping it.
The optical sensor model is a PMW3325, usual in trust models. It has a range of DPI from 200 to 10,000. With this mouse you will have 10 meters of range of action.
Use and sensations
If you are one of those people who grabs the mouse with the entire palm, it will be quite comfortable for you. While it accommodates other ways of holding, it may take some getting used to. On the other hand, one of the disadvantages that we find in this model is that, by having the side buttons on the left side, it means that a left-handed person cannot use it in its entirety. You will not find major problems in using the main buttons, but these “extra” that we can configure with Macros will not be easy to access.
The battery takes a long time to charge, but in contrast, it gives a great autonomy. The fact that it is rechargeable is good news for those who suffer from the anxiety of running out of battery at any time.
The LED light of this mouse is quite sober. It is a preference of each player if this is something positive or negative within the mouse. If you are one of those who go full RGB, you may feel a little withdrawn. If, on the other hand, you prefer discreet peripherals, you may like this design a lot.
A very redeeming feature of this mouse is that it can be programmed – lighting, macros and keys – through software that can be downloaded from the Trust Gaming support page. The software is quite intuitive, so you won’t have any problems if it’s your first time. If you prefer not to use any extra…the GXT 980 REDEX it is “plug and play”.
Regarding latency and sensitivity, this mouse has a maximum polling rate of 2.4 GHz. We can say that at an intermediate, semi-professional level, the mouse responds more than correctly. The delays in response are mostly noticeable if you run some software that evaluates performance. If you’re more casual, you won’t notice any difference in response time or it won’t affect your gameplay. Wireless technology has advanced to the point of being very close to cable. And, if you need a little more precision… you can always put the mouse to load while you enter the game.
conclusion
If you’re looking to get rid of cables without losing performance, the GXT 980 REDEX It can be a great solution to your problem. Available wireless technology offers great response with low latency, although if you play professionally you’ll probably be looking for something much more precise. In a casual, intermediate or semi gamer, this mouse perfectly does its job. Materials look sturdy, so they’ll be able to withstand “hard gaming” sessions -please don’t hit your peripherals while playing. We understand that your ADC goes 1/7/4 but your mouse is not to blame.
At the time of writing this note, the GXT 980 REDEX not available at Trust Gaming reseller stores. But, it is expected to enter the Argentine assortment in the coming months. It’s a great option to consider the next time you’re looking for a mouse.