Madlions Mad G Review
Specifications
Packaging
Shape & Size
The Madlions Mad G is a medium-to-large symmetrical mouse measuring 125 x 66 x 40mm. It has a very safe shape with a slight outward flare at the front, slight inward curved sides, and a centered hump. This makes it comfortable for medium and large hands using palm or claw grips, but it might feel too large for fingertip grip users. For users with smaller hands, it mostly suits palm grip due to its size.
Coating & Grip-tape
The coating on the Madlions Mad G feels standard and is similar to other budget gaming mice. It stays consistent through humidity and temperature changes but could be slightly grippier.
Fortunately, the mouse includes grip tape for the main buttons, sides, and back, adding significant grip for those who find the regular coating lacking.
Build Quality
The build quality of the Madlions Mad G is solid. There's a small amount of flex on the back sides, but this only happens when pressing very hard and doesn't affect normal use. The bottom flexes moderately under direct pressure, but this also doesn't affect regular gameplay. The overall shell feels sturdy, and there is no creaking.
Weight & Feet/Skates
The Madlions Mad G weighs just 43 grams, with the Mad G Max version at 48 grams. Considering its solid shell without cutouts, this is impressively light, making the mouse feel excellent for its size and shape.
It comes with a set of PTFE skates pre-installed and includes an extra set in the package. The skates are good quality but need a short break-in period to achieve optimal smoothness.
Buttons & Scroll Wheel
The regular Madlions Mad G uses mechanical Huano Ice Berry Pink Dot switches, while the Max version has Omron Optical switches. I've tested the Max version, and its Omron switches feel good, with a tactile response close to mechanical switches. Being optical, they have no double-click issues and no debounce delay.
The scroll wheel feels similar to other gaming mice, offering moderate scrolling resistance and tactile steps. Clicking the scroll wheel requires a medium amount of force.
Sensor & Performance
Both versions of the Madlions Mad G use the PAW3395 sensor, capable of up to an 8000Hz polling rate. However, only the Max version includes the 8K dongle, while the standard version is limited to 1K. Performance is excellent, and I experienced no issues during use.
Giveaway
MiniXPC is currently doing a giveaway. The Manlions Mad G is one of the prizes, along with a few other items. You can enter the giveaway here.
Conclusion
Priced between $45 and $70, depending on the version and where you buy it, the Madlions Mad G offers great value, particularly the standard version, which is lighter and less expensive. Overall, it's an excellent choice for medium and large-handed users who prefer palm or claw grips. If you want something similar to the G Pro X Superlight in shape but more affordable, lighter, and still high-performing, the Madlions Mad G is a fantastic pick.
