Compare ASUS ROG Keris II Ace vs Glorious Model D3

Reviewers consistently find the tri-mode setup useful, with 2.4GHz wireless treated as the main gaming connection and Bluetooth/USB adding flexibility.

Reviewers consistently identify the 2.4GHz dongle as the main gaming connection, pairing it with the dock and high polling-rate operation.

The sensor's 50g acceleration rating is repeatedly cited as part of its top-tier performance spec, with no practical complaints about acceleration handling.

Tracking is one of the strongest consensus wins: reviewers describe precise, smooth, accurate movement across games and surfaces, though one noted very high DPI becomes impractical.

Tracking accuracy is a clear strength: reviewers describe precise, accurate control with smooth gaming performance and no major aiming complaints.

Most reviewers praise the balance as centered and easy to control, but one detailed teardown-style review found a slight forward bias.

Balance is mixed: one review says the battery is barely noticeable, while another feels slight rear weight from the removable pack.

Battery life is generally considered strong at normal wireless settings, though several reviewers note high polling rates and RGB reduce runtime.

Battery life is useful because of hot swapping, but real-world endurance is mixed, especially when RGB and high polling rates are enabled.

Bluetooth is a well-liked convenience feature, especially for multi-device and non-gaming use, while reviewers still favor 2.4GHz for competitive play.

Bluetooth is supported and useful for multi-device or work use, though reviewers generally prefer 2.4GHz for gaming.

Build quality is mostly praised as rigid and solid for a 54g mouse, with only a few unit-level notes about creaking, rattle, or average feel.

Build quality is generally viewed as solid and premium, with one reviewer noting side flex under force testing.

Button remapping and control customization are well supported through Armoury Crate or onboard controls, including DPI, polling, and command assignment.

Button customization is strong across the mouse and dock, with reviewers praising remapping options in Glorious Core.

Button responsiveness is broadly positive, with reviewers calling clicks snappy, low-latency, precise, or consistent, even when switch feel is debated.

Button responsiveness is generally positive, with direct input response and no meaningful in-game button issues reported.

The included cable is usually described as flexible, light, or low-drag, though one reviewer found it somewhat stiff and another called it only medium.

Charging convenience is positive overall thanks to USB-C, an included cable, and a universally sized port, though charging was not a major focus of most reviews.

Charging convenience is a standout feature because the swappable batteries and dock reduce or eliminate cable charging interruptions.

Claw comfort is generally good for relaxed claw users and smaller-to-medium hands, but not every reviewer found the shape ideal for aggressive or large-hand claw use.

Notebookcheck directly supports claw grip use, saying the D3 works with palm, claw, and fingertip styles.

Measured and reported click latency is very low, with reviewers citing roughly 1ms or sub-millisecond behavior depending on mode.

Click/input latency is treated positively through direct button response and consistent input behavior in testing.

Click noise is divisive: some reviewers found it quiet and pleasant, while others said the optical switches are louder, hollow, or not suited to silent-click preferences.

Click noise is mixed: one reviewer calls the D3 very quiet, while another says the optical switches are not particularly quiet.

Connection stability is a major strength, with reviewers repeatedly reporting no dropouts, no stutters, no hiccups, and stable high-polling wireless use.

Connection stability is mostly strong during battery swaps and gaming, though one review reports occasional Guardian-battery switching issues.

Multi-device support is a meaningful advantage because Bluetooth can pair with several devices and the mouse is described as useful across PC, laptop, console, or travel setups.

Cross-platform use is mixed: the mouse can work across Mac and Windows, but Glorious Core is described as Windows-only.

Debounce customization is weak because the available evidence says there is no debounce setting or that debounce is not adjustable.

Debounce customization is clearly supported in software, with reviewers highlighting adjustable debounce time.

The dock is central to the product experience, acting as a receiver base, spare-battery charger, indicator panel, and customizable control.

The 42,000 DPI ceiling is repeatedly highlighted as class-leading, though reviewers often note most players will never use the upper range.

The D3 gets very high DPI headroom through its 30,000 DPI sensor and software-configurable sensitivity levels.

Durability evidence centers on optical switches, double-click resistance, consistent performance over time, and serviceability such as hot-swappable switches.

Long-term durability evidence is limited, but one reviewer reports consistent clicks after about a month while another says battery-mechanism longevity remains to be seen.

Ecosystem integration is positive through Aura Sync, Windows Dynamic Lighting mentions, and the ROG Omni Receiver's ability to pair with other ROG peripherals.

The right-handed ergonomic design is a core strength, frequently described as comfortable, esports-focused, and well-shaped for palm or relaxed claw use.

Ergonomic comfort is mostly praised, especially for D3 users, although one reviewer disliked the RGB gap under a palm grip.

Fingertip comfort is mixed: a few reviewers could use it or liked the control, but several said the ergonomic shell is awkward or not recommended for fingertip.

Notebookcheck directly supports fingertip grip use, saying the D3 fits palm, claw, and fingertip styles.

Firmware reliability is a minor concern because at least one review described updates as inconvenient and limiting software reconfiguration until completed.

Firmware reliability is mixed because updates are available, but reviewers mention a cumbersome update process and fixes underway for battery behavior.

FPS suitability is excellent, with reviewers repeatedly tying the mouse to esports, Valorant, Counter-Strike, and high-speed competitive aim.

Gaming suitability is high, with reviewers describing strong competitive performance, accurate control, and uninterrupted wireless play.

Glide is consistently praised thanks to smooth PTFE feet, spare feet, and strong performance on cloth, glass, and other surfaces.

Glide is consistently praised thanks to PTFE feet and low-friction movement across desks and mouse pads.

Grip texture is the most disputed physical trait: some like the ridges or roughened surface, while others call the coating slippery and dependent on grip tape.

Grip texture is only moderately positive: the plastic coating is usable, but one reviewer notes the lack of included grip tape.

Handedness is a clear limitation because the shape is right-handed, with left-handed and ambidextrous users directed elsewhere.

Handedness is a limitation for the D3 because it is positioned as the ergonomic right-handed model, with O3 serving ambidextrous users.

Left/right click quality is generally strong, with PBT or optical construction and consistent feel praised, though a few reviewers criticized travel or hollow feel.

Left and right click quality is generally solid, with consistent main clicks and robust button feel.

Lift-off distance is adjustable but not universally loved; reviewers liked having the control, while some found the low/high choices too limited.

Lift-off distance customization is well supported in software and appears alongside other competitive tuning settings.

Long-session comfort is mostly strong due to low weight and ergonomic support, though some hand sizes reported cramps or fit issues.

Long-session comfort is one of the D3’s stronger points, especially for longer gaming sessions and reduced fatigue.

Macro support exists through Armoury Crate, but it is not a headline strength and onboard macro behavior is more limited.

Macro and extra command support is present through dock and button customization, including app launching and media-style commands.

Materials quality is mixed-positive: the nylon/PBT construction supports low weight and rigidity, but coating feel and premium texture divide reviewers.

Materials are mostly viewed as high-quality matte plastic, though one reviewer describes the coating as basic rather than soft-touch.

Evidence for MMO use is limited but mildly positive where reviewers mention Final Fantasy XIV, Diablo IV, or mapping side buttons for raids; it is not an MMO-first mouse.

Motion consistency is strong in practice through smooth high-polling movement and stable tracking, but MotionSync and ripple controls are not fully configurable.

Motion consistency is mostly good, but one review notes slight wireless tracking consistency fluctuation under some conditions.

Onboard memory and onboard controls are meaningful positives, with reviewers citing hardware profiles, on-device controls, and software-free settings changes.

Onboard memory is supported by evidence that settings can be saved directly to the mouse.

Palm grip comfort is a major strength for small-to-medium or relaxed palm users, though very large hands may prefer bigger ergonomic mice.

Palm grip comfort is mixed: some evidence supports palm-style use, while one reviewer strongly disliked the D3’s gap under palm contact.

Polling rate support is one of the main selling points: 4,000Hz wireless and 8,000Hz wired are repeatedly highlighted, but 8,000Hz is not wireless.

Polling-rate support is a major spec strength, with up to 8,000Hz wireless polling repeatedly cited, though it can reduce battery life.

Portability is helped by Bluetooth, dongle storage, multi-device use, and travel-friendly wireless operation, even if the booster setup can be bulky.

Portability is mixed: Bluetooth and swappable batteries can help travel use, but the hub adds desk clutter and another PC connection.

Premium feel is mixed: many call the mouse solid or feature-rich, but coating, price, and button feel stop some reviewers from calling it universally premium.

Premium feel is generally strong due to high-end positioning, quality impressions, and the distinctive dock-and-battery system.

Profile switching is supported through profiles and button combinations, but the underside DPI/profile button placement is sometimes criticized.

Profile switching is supported through Glorious Core profiles and dock/software controls.

Programmable button coverage is solid for an FPS mouse, typically five or six physical buttons plus scroll directions through software.

Programmable buttons are a strength, with six assignable buttons and broad remapping options reported.

RGB is limited to the scroll wheel but appreciated because many ultralight esports mice omit lighting entirely; some reviewers dislike the execution.

RGB is mixed: software control is broad, but reviewers criticize blotchy or inaccurate colors and some prefer disabling it.

Scroll wheel quality is mixed: several reviewers praise tactile, quiet, or smooth behavior, while others report average tactility, light resistance, or overscrolling.

Scroll wheel quality is mixed: some reviewers like its quiet smoothness, while others want stronger tactility or lower resistance.

Sensor performance is a standout strength, with the AimPoint Pro repeatedly described as accurate, high-spec, smooth, and reliable.

Sensor performance is rated highly, with repeated praise for the BAMF 3.0 optical sensor and precise tracking.

Shape comfort is broadly positive, especially for small-to-medium ergonomic users, but fit varies by hand size and grip preference.

Shape comfort is mostly strong for the ergonomic D3 shape, but reviewer fit varies because one palm gripper disliked the shell gap.

Side button quality is one of the more mixed areas, with praise for crispness and placement offset by repeated complaints about small size, stiffness, or high placement.

Side button quality is generally good for access and placement, though one reviewer wanted larger, more distinct D3 side buttons.

Skate durability evidence is limited but positive, with one reviewer reporting the stock skates held up well and no dust or grinding on glass.

Software stability is acceptable in the lighter Armoury Crate Gear experience, but broader Armoury Crate concerns remain around bloat and background processes.

Software usability is mixed-to-negative: it exposes deep settings, but many reviewers call Armoury Crate bloated, slow, heavy, or inconvenient.

Software usability is generally strong after Glorious Core updates, but missing battery percentage reporting is a notable complaint.

Surface compatibility is excellent, with reviewers citing glass tracking, surface calibration, and reliable behavior across mouse pads, tables, and other surfaces.

Surface compatibility is positive, with smooth tracking and glide reported across mouse pads, desk surfaces, and desk mats.

Switch durability is excellent on paper and in reviewer discussion thanks to ROG optical switches rated for 100 million clicks and reduced double-click risk.

Switch durability is strongly supported by the optical switches’ 130-million-click rating.

Switch feel is mixed-positive: many like the crisp optical clicks, but some find them mushy, hollow, heavier, or less satisfying than mechanical alternatives.

Switch feel is generally good, with robust or quality-feeling optical switches, though noise and tactile preferences vary.

Value is context-dependent: reviewers agree it is expensive, but several justify the price for competitive FPS users while others recommend cheaper alternatives.

Value is mixed because reviewers like the innovation but repeatedly flag the high price and question whether every user needs the battery system.

Weight is a clear strength, with nearly every review emphasizing the 54g or 1.9-ounce design as exceptionally light for an ergonomic wireless mouse.

Weight is widely praised as light for a wireless ergonomic mouse, though one reviewer does not consider it ultra-light.

Wireless latency is treated as excellent over 2.4GHz with high polling, while Bluetooth is repeatedly framed as a convenience mode rather than a competitive mode.

Wireless latency is viewed positively, with reviewers reporting low latency, no lag, and no perceptible wired-versus-wireless response gap.

Wireless performance is excellent overall, with stable 4,000Hz operation, no dropouts, and strong sensor performance frequently reported.

Wireless performance is a major strength, with stable gaming, smooth operation, and uninterrupted battery-swap behavior in most tests.