SteelSeries Prime Mini vs Xtrfy M42 RGB
SteelSeries Prime Mini
61 g · TrueMove Pro · Wired · 2021Xtrfy M42 RGB
59 g · PMW3389 · Wireless · 2021SteelSeries Prime Mini and Xtrfy M42 RGB are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 75 and 75.
- Xtrfy M42 RGB is 2 g lighter (59 g vs 61 g).
- Max DPI: SteelSeries Prime Mini leads (18,000 vs 16,000).
- Xtrfy M42 RGB is wireless; SteelSeries Prime Mini is wired.
SteelSeries Prime Mini
If you care most about max DPI.
Xtrfy M42 RGB
If you care most about weight, connection.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| SteelSeries Prime Mini | Xtrfy M42 RGB | |
|---|---|---|
| 75 | Gear score | 75 |
| 61 g | Weight | 59 g |
| TrueMove Pro | Sensor | PMW3389 |
| 18,000 | Max DPI | 16,000 |
| 1000 Hz | Polling rate | 1000 Hz |
| Wired | Connection | Wireless |
| 2021 | Release year | 2021 |
| ≈ $24 | Estimated price | ≈ $90 |
The gear score is computed from specifications only (e.g. for a mouse: weight, sensor, polling rate, connection and release year). It isn’t a lab test and doesn’t measure personal preferences like shape or grip.
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FAQ
Is SteelSeries Prime Mini or Xtrfy M42 RGB better?
SteelSeries Prime Mini and Xtrfy M42 RGB are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 75 and 75. Xtrfy M42 RGB is 2 g lighter (59 g vs 61 g). Max DPI: SteelSeries Prime Mini leads (18,000 vs 16,000). Xtrfy M42 RGB is wireless; SteelSeries Prime Mini is wired.
Which one is lighter?
Xtrfy M42 RGB is 2 g lighter (59 g vs 61 g).
How much do they cost?
Estimated prices: SteelSeries Prime Mini ≈ $24, Xtrfy M42 RGB ≈ $90. Current prices vary by store.