Pwange Trinity CF Review
Specifications
Packaging
Shape & Size
The Pwnage Trinity CF is a small, symmetrical mouse measuring 118×60×39mm. Its hump is positioned slightly towards the back, providing extra palm support, which is especially beneficial for claw grip users. The front flares outward moderately, while the sides have an inward curvature from top to bottom. The shape closely resembles the Razer Viper Mini, a well-liked shape by many enthusiasts.
With my hand size (20.5×10.5cm), fingertip grip felt the most natural. I could also claw grip the mouse, though it required a slightly aggressive grip due to its shorter length. Palm grip wasn’t an option for me, but might be viable for users with smaller hands. Overall, this shape and size cater best to fingertip and claw grip users across most hand sizes. If you're looking for a mouse suited for palm grip, I’d recommend one with a more centered hump instead.
Coating & Grip-tape
The Pwnage Trinity CF features a carbon fiber composite shell, giving it a slightly more unique feel compared to standard plastic mice. The surface remains decently grippy and has a dry texture, sitting in line with many plastic-coated mice. However, it doesn’t match the level of grip offered by rubberized coatings found on brands like Zowie, Vaxee, and Endgame Gear. The coating remains consistent even with changes in humidity and temperature, making it reliable for extended gaming sessions.
Included with the mouse is a set of grip tape for the main buttons and sides, along with extra patches in various shapes and sizes. These add significant grip for those who need more than the default coating provides. Personally, I didn’t find much use for them, as the stock coating was already sufficient for my needs.
Build Quality
The carbon fiber composite build is generally solid but has some minor issues. The sides exhibit slight flex under heavy pressure, accompanied by a slight creak every now and then, though this wasn’t noticeable in regular use. The top shell remains firm with no signs of flexing or creaking, while the bottom is more flexible but doesn’t impact usability. There’s no rattle when shaking the mouse.
Weight & Feet/Skates
Weighing just 37–39 grams (depending on whether you opt for solid or cutout sides), the Pwnage Trinity CF is extremely lightweight. The top and bottom always feature cutouts, while the sides can be configured as solid or with cutouts. My unit has solid sides.
The weight reduction is primarily achieved through the carbon fiber composite material and the shell cutouts. The balance is slightly front-weighted but still well-distributed overall. This lightweight design makes the mouse easy to move around quickly, something I highly value when using a fingertip grip in fast-paced FPS games.
The skates glide smoothly but require a brief break-in period to reach optimal performance. The mouse comes pre-installed with four medium-sized skates and includes an extra set, along with 40 dot skates.
Buttons & Scroll Wheel
The Trinity CF uses Omron Optical switches for the main buttons. These switches feel similar to other mice using Omron Opticals but have slightly more tactility, though still not to the level of mechanical switches. There’s no noticeable pre-travel, post-travel, or side wobble. While I would have preferred a bit more tactility, the benefits of optical switches (such as no debounce and a longer lifespan) make it a worthwhile trade-off in my opinion.
The side buttons have a slight amount of pre-travel but no noticeable post-travel. They also have a small amount of wobble, but I never noticed it during regular use.
The scroll wheel uses a TTC Gold encoder, offering a very tactile feel while remaining easy to scroll. Clicking the scroll wheel requires moderate force.
Sensor & Performance
The Pwnage Trinity CF features a custom XERO sensor, developed in collaboration with PixArt and based on the PAW3950. It supports up to 36,000 DPI and an 8,000Hz polling rate. Performance-wise, it feels flawless in use, matching the accuracy and responsiveness of other high-end sensors in modern gaming mice.
Conclusion
At $139, the Pwnage Trinity CF sits at a premium price. I very much enjoyed using it. The shape, size, and lightweight build made it excellent for my fingertip grip style. The buttons, scroll wheel, and sensor add to its value, but the price is high, especially with many competitors offering similar specs at lower costs.
What mainly sets this mouse apart is its adjustable sensor position, a rare and well-implemented feature that adds flexibility for fine-tuning your aim. If the shape looks interesting and that level of customization appeals to you, the Pwnage Trinity CF is worth considering.
