The GLORIOUS Gaming Model I packs nine programmable buttons into a 69g honeycomb shell. Low weight and a high button count usually pull against each other, so anyone who wants both has a short list of options.
This article works through the published specs and review record to answer the questions that actually decide a purchase: which hand sizes it fits, what you have to accept, and who should skip it.
Overview
The Model I is a wired mouse with an asymmetric ergonomic shape aimed at medium to large hands. It weighs 69g, achieved through a perforated honeycomb shell, and uses the Glorious BAMF optical sensor rated at up to 19,000 CPI, 400 IPS and 40G acceleration.
Polling runs at 1000Hz and lift-off distance is specified at under 1mm.
In one sentence: it is the middle ground between a heavy MMO mouse and a stripped-down FPS mouse. Four buttons sit at the thumb, two of which are swappable (flat and raised profiles) so you can tune reach to your own thumb travel — or physically remove a button you keep hitting by accident.
As captured in June 2026, Amazon.co.jp shows 569 reviews averaging 4.0 out of 5 (80% positive).
569 is a large enough sample to trust, unlike the handful of reviews behind many no-name lightweight mice. But 4.0 describes a product most people are satisfied with rather than one people rave about, and the complaints behind that gap are covered further down.
Spec Table
| Item | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 69g | Solidly in the lightweight class |
| Programmable buttons | 9 (4 at the thumb) | More than FPS mice, fewer than MMO panels |
| Swappable thumb buttons | 2 | Change profile or remove |
| Cable | Ascended paracord, approx. 2m | Very flexible, but non-detachable |
| Polling rate | 1000Hz | 1ms standard for wired |
| Lift-off distance | <1mm | Less stray tracking on lift |
| Switch lifespan | 80M clicks | Years of heavy use |
| Maximum CPI | 19,000 | Practical range is far lower |
These are ceilings, not everyday settings. Almost nobody plays at 19,000 CPI; competitive players usually sit between 400 and 1600.
Choosing a mouse by peak CPI is close to meaningless. The sub-1mm lift-off distance matters far more, especially for low-sensitivity players who repeatedly lift and reposition.
Compatibility Guide
Connection is wired USB Type-A only. Any PC or laptop with a Type-A port recognises it without drivers on Windows, macOS or Linux, and the main clicks, wheel and basic side buttons work immediately.
There is no wireless mode and no dongle, so there is nothing to pair and no battery to manage.
Three caveats. First, thin laptops and recent Macs with only Type-C ports need an adapter, which is not included.
Hubs work, but cheap unpowered hubs can cause RGB flicker; connect directly to the machine where possible.
Second, remapping buttons and customising RGB requires the Glorious CORE software, which is the real OS constraint here. The practical workaround is to configure the mouse once on a Windows machine and write the profile to onboard memory, after which it carries over to other systems.
If you live on macOS or Linux and want deep customisation, confirm you can borrow a Windows machine once.
Third, the cable is permanently attached. The Ascended paracord is genuinely soft and, paired with a bungee, feels close to wireless — but a broken cable means replacing the whole mouse.
The roughly 2m length reaches comfortably from a monitor's rear ports or a tower under the desk.
There are no real clearance issues, but a honeycomb shell lets pad fuzz and dust into the chassis. That is inherent to the design; plan on periodic compressed-air cleaning.
Product Info
Released in June 2022, the Model I sits in the mid-to-high tier of lightweight multi-button mice. It carries a 2-year manufacturer warranty, and the only accessories are the two thumb-button profiles.
Since the cable is fixed, no spare cable is included.
Pricing moves a lot depending on source and date. Amazon's global listing showed ￥7,687 as captured on 1 June 2026, while Amazon.co.jp showed ￥10,406 as captured on 27 August 2026.
eBay US had a $24.99 listing captured on 15 July 2026.
That is a swing of over ￥2,700 in under three months for the same product — wide for a peripheral in this bracket. If you are not in a hurry, compare sellers before buying.
Note that eBay listings may be used, grey-import or incomplete; buy through official domestic channels if warranty coverage matters.
Reviews stood at 569 with a 4.0 average (80% positive) as of June 2026 — enough volume that the score is not being propped up by a few enthusiastic posts.
Where It Sits Against Rivals
The lightweight market is full of roughly 60g mice, but most are 5- or 6-button FPS designs. The Model I's differentiator is keeping four buttons at the thumb while staying at 69g.
Against similar-weight rivals it is competitive on weight, ahead on button count, and mid-pack on price.
If you only play FPS and only care about weight, a simpler lightweight mouse means fewer misclicks and usually costs less. If you need a 12-button MMO panel, four thumb buttons will not cut it.
The Model I lands squarely in between: MMO/MOBA first with FPS on the side, or gaming plus productivity shortcuts.
What Actually Matters In Use
Grip style matters. The asymmetric ergonomic shape and thumb rest suit palm grip best, claw grip second.
Fingertip players get much less from the contours. The target is medium to large hands — roughly 18cm hand length and up; smaller hands leave the rear hump unsupported.
The 80-million-click switch rating works out to decades even for a heavy user clicking 5,000 times a day. In practice, double-clicking failures depend more on unit variance and environment than on that number, so read it as "don't worry about click count" rather than a guarantee.
Things To Check Before Buying
The honeycomb shell is not for everyone. The perforations save weight and help sweaty hands stay cool, but they are also an entry path for dust, crumbs and hair.
If you would rather not open a mouse to clean it, look at solid-shell lightweight models instead. The texture under the palm is also divisive; try one in a shop if you can.
Small hands should skip it. Under roughly 17cm of hand length, the rear will float and the thumb buttons become a stretch.
Poor fit outweighs the benefit of low weight.
The fixed cable is a long-term risk. Paracord is soft, but the strain point at the mouse body wears over years.
On a mouse with a detachable cable that is a cheap replacement part; here it means replacing the whole device. Factor in whether the 2-year warranty still applies.
You are dependent on the software. Without Glorious CORE, most of the nine buttons stay on default assignments and much of the reason to buy this mouse evaporates.
If you plan to use it on a locked-down work PC, configure onboard settings beforehand.
Read the 4.0 average correctly. 80% positive across 569 reviews means roughly one in five buyers had a real complaint.
Lightweight honeycomb mice as a category attract reports of unit variance — wheel feel, shell creak. Buy from a seller with a clear returns process in case you draw a bad unit.
Verify the listing yourself. As shown above, prices differ by thousands of yen depending on capture date, and everything here is a snapshot.
Listing metadata (manufacturer, model number, included items) occasionally carries data from a different product. Confirm from the product images and title that you are ordering the Model I itself.
FAQ
Q. Is there a wireless version? A.
This article covers the wired model. Check the manufacturer's product page for the current wireless lineup and its specs.
Q. Does it work on a Mac? A.
Yes, for basic operation, given a Type-A port or adapter — no drivers needed. Confirm Glorious CORE support before relying on remapping; writing the profile on a Windows machine first is the safe route.
Q. Do I need 19,000 CPI? A.
Almost certainly not. Most people land between 800 and 1600 CPI, and competitive players go lower.
Treat the maximum as headroom, not a feature.
Q. Can I leave a thumb button off? A.
The swappable thumb buttons are designed so you can change profile and reduce accidental presses. Follow the included instructions for fitting and removal.
Q. Is 69g noticeably lighter in the hand? A.
Coming from a 90–100g mouse, clearly so. Cable drag matters just as much, and this paracord is on the soft end; a bungee makes the difference more obvious.
Q. Worth it for FPS only? A.
Usable, but not optimal. A simpler lightweight mouse means fewer misclicks and often a lower price.
The Model I earns its place by combining buttons with low weight.
Best Use Cases
- MMO and MOBA players: nine programmable buttons, four at the thumb, consolidate skills and items onto one device while staying at 69g.
- Medium to large hands, palm grip: this is where the ergonomic shape and thumb rest pay off most.
- Anyone who doesn't want to manage charging: wired with a soft paracord means agility without battery anxiety.
- Users who also want productivity shortcuts: video editing and CAD shortcuts map well to the thumb cluster.
Skip it if you have small hands, dislike honeycomb shells, or consider a detachable cable non-negotiable.
Product Disclosure (Amazon)
- Manufacturer: GLORIOUS
- Seller: Amazon US
- Fulfilled by: Amazon US
- ASIN: B0B63YG8XC
- Note: This article covers a manufacturer-made product based on Amazon listing details.
