MSI Clutch GM31 Lightweight Review: Lightweight Gaming Mouse with Accurate Sensor

If you're looking for a really lightweight mouse, the MSI Clutch GM41 Lightweight is worth checking out. Her weight is

only 58 g and this was achieved even withoutperforation of the body, which many manufacturers have recently done. Instead, the mouse has a classic body, excellent build quality and a comfortable asymmetrical shape for right-handed use. The MSI Clutch GM41 Lightweight is powered by an excellent 12,000 DPI PixArt PMW3360 optical sensor, and the main buttons use durable OMRON switches that can withstand 60 million clicks. Additionally, it is worth noting the very light and comfortable FriXionFree branded cable, which is almost not felt during use. Of the minor shortcomings - only a little damp and not the most convenient proprietary software, the mouse has no more significant problems. Price - 1600 UAH.

Minimum weight

Lightweight 58g gaming mouse with 1200 DPI PixArt PMW3360 optical sensor and 60M+ OMRON switches. It has a polling rate of 1000 Hz.

Power socket
Telemart

4 reasons to buy MSI Clutch GM31 Lightweight:

excellent PixArt PMW3360 sensor;
Omron switches for 60 million clicks;
comfortable, lightweight and reliable design;
lightweight FriXionFree cable.

1 reason not to buy MSI Clutch GM31 Lightweight:

not very user friendly software.

What is in the box?
What does the MSI Clutch GM31 Lightweight look like?
How convenient is it to use?
What can MSI Clutch GM31 Lightweight do?
In the dry residue

What is in the box?

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The MSI Clutch GM31 Lightweight kit is absolutely standard, with no surprises. A small box with an image and basic characteristics. Inside - the mouse itself and documentation.

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What does the MSI Clutch GM31 Lightweight look like?

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We recently reviewed the MSI Clutch GM31Lightweight Wireless. As the name implies, today we are talking about an almost similar model, the differences are really minimal. Namely: lack of wireless connection, weight and another sensor. The shape has remained unchanged, so the mouse is asymmetrical and adapted for use with the right hand. A similar matte black plastic with a rough surface is used. On the “back” is the illuminated MSI gaming line logo. The main buttons are separated from the case.

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The sidewalls have a rubber-like coating withtexture pattern, which helps to more securely hold the mouse during use. Additional buttons are glossy, have a standard shape, but the separation between them is almost not felt.

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Non-illuminated scroll wheel with a pleasant texture and rubber-like coating.

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The cable has a fairly massive and reliable protection against bending at the point of attachment to the mouse. Which, in turn, is placed high enough, so that the cable does not cling to the surface.

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The bottom is slightly differentWireless versions. There is no switch on the contacts for charging, which is quite logical. There are four Teflon slides along the perimeter, the sensor hole also has a Teflon frame. On the side is a button for switching DPI.

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The MSI Clutch GM31 Lightweight usesbranded FriXionFree cable 2 meters long. It has a very soft and lightweight woven outer covering. The cable easily takes any necessary shape and is almost not felt during use.

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The mouse is very well made, not a single detaildoes not wobble or make any sound. The dimensions remained unchanged: 120x64x37 mm, while the weight decreased to 58 g due to the lack of need for a battery. Therefore, the MSI Clutch GM31 Lightweight will appeal to connoisseurs of ultralight models.

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How convenient is it to use?

MSI Clutch GM31 Lightweight in its shapeidentical to the wireless model, so it's also very comfortable and great for the palm or finger grip that the vast majority of gamers use. The difference in feel during use is due to the reduced weight. This is a rather subjective thing, but connoisseurs of light mice should definitely try it. The model is very easy to control and holds securely in the hand. The weight distribution, as in the case of the Wireless, is correct. Therefore, the mouse will not fall over and cling to the surface when you pick it up.

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Switches in buttons are similar to MSI ClutchGM31 Lightweight Wireless. The main ones use the familiar OMRON with a resource of 60+ million operations. They have a very clear and pleasant click with a fairly short stroke, which allows you to develop sufficient speed. Unfortunately, there is no official information about additional buttons. There is a suspicion that there is Kailh or something like that. As for the scroll wheel, the situation is less pleasant, precisely due to the identity of the wireless model. The wheel is absolutely quiet, but with not very clear cutoffs.

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The mouse is perfectly controlled on almost any surface and glides well.

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What can MSI Clutch GM31 Lightweight do?

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The main difference between MSI Clutch GM31 Lightweight andWireless is a sensor. Instead of the energy-efficient PixArt PAW3311, it is installed, if not the newest, but very high-quality optical PixArt PMW3360, which we have already seen many times in top models. It has a resolution of 12,000 DPI and is capable of tracking movements at over 250 inches per second and acceleration up to 50g. The maximum polling rate is 1000 Hz. This sensor is known to many gamers and always works perfectly. In the case of the MSI Clutch GM31 Lightweight, there were no surprises: no crashes, cursor jitter, or any other problems.

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The basic settings are exactly the same aswireless version. The DPI indicator is switched using the corresponding button on the bottom of the mouse. Standard presets: 400/800/1600/3200/6400. Setting the backlight without software:

DPI + right button: brightness level
DPI+left button: select backlight effect
DPI+First Secondary Button: Backlight Effect Speed
DPI + second additional button: color selection

MSI Center Proprietary Softwareresponsible for configuring all MSI peripherals. We have already considered it in the previous review. In general, almost everything you need is there, but so far the software looks a bit damp, and some elements are not quite logically placed. Basic settings are made in button definitions, profiles, DPI levels, frequency, anti-aliasing and lift-off height. The backlight setting has been moved to a separate Mystic Light section.

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in dry residue. Three things to know about MSI Clutch GM31 Lightweight:

MSI Clutch GM31 Lightweight is a comfortable asymmetrical gaming mouse with a very light design;
It is equipped with a fast 12,000 dpi PixArt PMW3360 optical sensor;
The main buttons use durable OMRON switches with a resource of 60 million operations.

MSI Clutch GM31 Lightweight

Number of buttons
6

Sensor resolution
12000 dpi

Sensor type
optical, PixArt PMW3360

Maximum acceleration
50G

Top speed
>250 in/s

Polling frequency
1000 Hz

Reaction time
up to 1 ms

Connection
wired

Cable
2 m

Dimensions
120x64x37 mm

Weight
58 g