MSI Clutch GM41 Lightweight Wireless Gaming Mouse

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Product Overview

MSI Clutch GM41 Lightweight Wireless is a premium wireless gaming mouse powered by the latest 2.4G RF wireless technology that allows for minimal, 1ms latency in a chassis that weighs just 74 grams.
The GM41 Wireless features OMRON's mechanical switches rated for 60 million clicks. It also comes with basic Mystic Light RGB lighting. Its wireless receiver also doubles as a charging station.
The GM41 Wireless boasts a battery life up to 80 hours, while its fast charging capability allows the user to top up 9 hours of battery life in 10 minutes. A full charge takes 90 minutes.
Last but not least, the GM41 Wireless also comes with a braided cable that allows the owner to use it as a wired mouse, perhaps when the battery needs to be topped up.
For those who do not require wireless connectivity, MSI also markets a wired version of essentially the same mouse.

Ratings

What we found**

Pros
  • Long battery life
  • 2.4 GHz USB Type-A dongle connection
  • Wireless charging dock and pedestal
  • Strong optical sensor
Cons
  • Doesn't support PTFE feet

What external reviewers found***

External score 66% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • Sleek design
  • Comfortable to use
  • Powerful sensor
  • Lightweight and portable
  • Easy to use
Cons
  • No Bluetooth support
  • No wireless charging dock
  • Scroll wheel can get a bit over-sensitive
  • No macro buttons
  • Not nearly as many side buttons as a dedicated MMO gaming mouse
  • Scroll wheel doesn't have L/R tilt buttons or a free-scrolling mode
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Specifications

Connectivity

Ports
USB 2.0

Construction

Buttons
6 buttons
Cable
MSI FriXionFree Micro USB, 2m Braided with Gold-Plated Connector
Colors
Black
Form Factor
Wireless mouse
Switch Type
OMRON mechanical switches

Dimensions

Weight
74 g

Function

Compatibility
Windows 10 / 8.1 / 8 / 7
Fast Charging
10 minutes for 9 hours of battery life
Resolution
400 / 800 / 1600 / 3200 / 6400 DPI
RGB Lighting
Mystic Light
Sensor
PixArt PAW-3370 Optical Sensor

Performance

Battery Life
Up to 80 hours
Charging Time
90 minutes
Durability
60M clicks
Report Rate
1000 Hz / 1 ms

Production

Debut
2021-02

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3rd-Party Review Videos

External Reviews

rtings[1]

Reviewer score 51%
Reviewers from rtings have found the following***:
The MSI GM41 WIRELESS is good for office and multimedia work. It feels relatively well-built and has a comfortable, low-profile, ambidextrous shape. It connects wirelessly with its USB receiver, or you can use it wired with its braided charging cable. Unfortunately, it lacks Bluetooth support, and the scroll wheel doesn't have L/R tilt buttons or a free-scrolling mode.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Feels relatively well-built
  • Comfortable, low-profile, ambidextrous shape suitable for all but extra-large hands using a palm grip
  • Low click latency
  • High-quality, braided charging cable
Cons
  • No Bluetooth support
  • Scroll wheel doesn't have L/R tilt buttons or a free-scrolling mode
  • Not nearly as many side buttons as a dedicated MMO gaming mouse

techradar[2]

Reviewer score 68%
Reviewers from techradar have found the following***:
MSI Clutch GM41 is a wireless gaming mouse that connects to a 2.4GHz wireless dongle and polls at 1ms. The PixArt PAW-3370 sensor can reach as high as 20,000 DPI. The main body is rock-solid and steady, but the top buttons could perhaps do with a little extra bracing.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Lightweight and portable
  • Easy to use
  • Comfortable to hold
Cons
  • Scroll wheel can get a bit over-sensitive
  • No macro buttons

tomshardware[3]

Reviewer score 80%
Reviewers from tomshardware have found the following***:
The mouse is heavier than its competition, but the abundance of pure PTFE feet and the textured sides combine to make it feel like it's much closer to that lower weight class. The mouse buttons also felt responsive without constantly mis-clicking because I rested my finger on top of them. Being able to play games for hours at a time without the sides chafing, absorbing a bunch of sweat or suffering other issues of comfort is great.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Sleek design
  • Powerful sensor
  • Comfortable to use
Cons
  • No wireless charging dock

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References

  1. ^ MSI CLUTCH GM41 LIGHTWEIGHT WIRELESS Mouse Review. [rtings]. https://www.rtings.com/mouse/reviews/msi/clutch-gm41-lightweight-wireless. 2021-09-28. Retrieved 2021-11-08.
  2. ^ MSI Clutch GM41 Lightweight Wireless review. [techradar]. https://www.techradar.com/reviews/msi-clutch-gm41-lightweight-wireless. 2022-01-17. Retrieved 2022-01-26.
  3. ^ MSI Clutch GM41 Lightweight Wireless Gaming Mouse Review: Straight Fire. [tomshardware]. https://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/msi-clutch-gm41-lightweight-wireless-gaming-mouse-review-straight-fire. 2021-05-20. Retrieved 2021-05-24.

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