Compare Cherry M64 Pro vs Glorious Model D3

Reviewers who discussed the radio link described the 2.4GHz connection as fast, reliable, and tied to the larger high-polling dongle experience.

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

Tracking precision was a consistent strength: reviewers reported smooth aiming, accurate snapping, and precise response on normal gaming surfaces.

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

Weight balance was praised when mentioned, with reviewers calling the mouse solid, well-balanced, and free of obvious balance issues despite the low mass.

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

Battery life is mostly good in standard or mixed polling use, but IGN found peak 8K and Pro Gaming settings could drain it far faster than the rated 90 hours.

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

Build quality is generally solid for an ultralight shell, though one reviewer found M64 side-wall flex and IGN noted only minor flexing and a slightly cheap feel.

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

Button customization is limited: reviewers found basic mapping or CPI presets, but no software-driven fine control or deeper customization.

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

Main-button responsiveness is strong overall, with reviewers describing snappy travel, good bounce-back, and reliable actuation during gameplay.

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

The included cable was usually described as flexible or pliant, helping offset the awkward side-port layout when charging or using wired mode.

Charging is fast enough and possible while playing, but several reviewers criticized the side USB-C port because the cable can feel awkward or drag against the hand.

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

Claw comfort depends on hand size: some reviewers liked the low front and relaxed-claw support, while IGN found the small right-handed shell cramped for large hands.

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

Click latency is supported by adjustable debounce settings, giving users several response-time presets directly on the mouse.

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

Click sound is moderate rather than silent: reviewers described the main clicks as mellow or balanced, though one found them fairly loud.

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

Connection stability was consistently positive, with reviewers reporting no lag, stutter, hiccups, or wireless dropouts in normal use.

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

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

Debounce customization is broad on paper, but one reviewer had ghost clicks at the lowest setting while others praised the selectable 2/4/8/12 ms options.

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 DPI/CPI range is wide, reaching 26,000, but preset-only adjustment limits fine-grained sensitivity tuning.

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

Durability evidence is limited but positive around the finish, with Tom's Hardware noting the coating is designed for and withstood visible wear.

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.

The M64's right-handed ergonomic shape was a major draw for several reviewers, especially those who liked its low front and thumb groove, though large hands may struggle.

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

Fingertip grip drew weak support because reviewers found the M64's curvature awkward for fingertip users compared with palm or claw.

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

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

FPS suitability is strong when tracking and responsiveness matter, though the shape may favor controlled play more than universal fast-flick comfort.

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

Glide quality was praised, with reviewers citing smooth movement, strong PTFE feet, and good glide across multiple ordinary surfaces.

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

Grip texture is mixed: the white coating was seen as grippier and durable, while the black coating was criticized as a fingerprint magnet.

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

Handedness is limited because the M64 Pro is explicitly a right-handed ergonomic mouse, not an ambidextrous option.

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

Left and right click quality was mostly praised for feel and reliability, with several reviewers calling the clicks snappy, satisfying, or trouble-free in gameplay.

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

Lift-off distance can be adjusted, typically between 1 mm and 2 mm, and one reviewer specifically needed the 2 mm option on hard surfaces.

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

Long-session comfort is mostly positive from Tom's Hardware, but the side charging cable and large-hand fit concerns limit universal comfort.

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

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

Materials feel mixed: the shell and UV coating are solid, but IGN felt the ultralight construction made the mouse feel somewhat cheap.

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

MMO suitability received only indirect support through a standard gaming sensor mode described for lower-precision MMO-style play.

Motion consistency was a strong theme, with reviewers describing smooth, consistent movement and no obvious tracking irregularities.

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

On-device settings are a strength for plug-and-play users because key controls can be adjusted directly on the mouse without software.

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

Palm grip comfort is decent for smaller to medium hands, but several reviewers warned the shape or size can be awkward for fingertip users or large hands.

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

The Pro model's 8K polling rate is widely documented and usually praised, though some reviewers said they could not always feel a meaningful difference.

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

Premium feel is mixed: some praised the non-hollow feel, while others felt the quality and finish were not quite top-tier for the price.

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

Profile or sensor-mode switching is available directly on the mouse, with Pro Gaming, Standard, and Low Power modes mentioned.

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

Programmable-button support is basic, mostly limited to standard game or Windows button mapping rather than rich software macros.

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

RGB is essentially absent, with reviewers repeatedly noting no flashy lighting or special lighting beyond an indicator LED.

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

Scroll wheel quality is generally solid, with tactile notches, consistent scrolling, and easy movement, though one reviewer described the wheel feel as merely okay.

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

Sensor performance is consistently strong thanks to the Pixart/Pixart 3395-class sensor, accurate tracking, and stable performance on common surfaces.

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

Shape comfort is the most divisive area: some reviewers loved the locked-in ergonomic shape, while IGN found it cramped for large hands.

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 split: some reviewers praised their size and crispness, while others found the M64's side buttons mushy.

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

Software usability is polarizing because there is no software; plug-and-play users may like it, but many reviewers found on-device controls tedious or limiting.

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

Surface compatibility is acceptable on normal plastic and wood surfaces, but glass was reported unusable.

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

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

Switch feel is generally good, with reviewers praising snappy, balanced main clicks, though one early impression found the implementation merely okay.

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

Value is mixed to weak: the $139 Pro version performs well, but reviewers questioned the 8K surcharge and compared it against strong software-supported competitors.

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 reviewers repeatedly measuring or citing roughly 54-55 grams for the Pro model.

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

Wireless latency was mostly praised as lag-free, though IGN questioned whether 8K gains are noticeable to average users.

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

Wireless performance was a strength, with reviewers reporting reliable 2.4GHz operation and no obvious wireless tracking issues.

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