INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
The best gaming mouse pad is much more than just a glorified mouse pad with a logo on it
And while just a few years ago, that might have been true, now you can expect a few extra bells and whistles with the best gaming mouse pads
Features such as RGB lighting and wireless charging are perfect additions for the demanding gamer and their wants or needs.When you’ve
already invested so much in getting the best gaming PC and the best gaming mouse just to dig into the best PC games, take that extra step
and get the best gaming mouse pad
You’ll be happy you did.When you start looking for the best gaming mouse pad, like most peripherals these days, it will be obvious how
many options you truly have
And like most peripherals, that means that there’s one that will fit your needs whatever they may be
Maybe you want one to match the RGB lightshow of the rest of your rig, or something with as little friction as possible to help with
Regardless, you’ll find one that’s perfect for you in our top picks for best gaming mouse pads below.Corsair MM600SteelSeries QcKCooler
Master MP510Razer Sphex v2Roccat Hiro+Corsair MM1000 QiRazer Goliathus ChromaCorsair MM800 RGB PolarisAsus ROG ScabbardMSI
ThunderstormCorsair MM600 features a low-friction surface that will boost your response times in-game. (Image Credit: Corsair) 1
Corsair MM600The best gaming mouse pad for most usersSurface: 147.66-inches square | Size: 13.8 x 10.7 x 0.2 inches (352 x 272 x 5 mm; W x D
x H)Huge Surface spaceLow-friction surface No USB pass-through The Corsair MM600 isn’t interested in distracting you with brightly
colored lights like the MM800
Instead, it offers a great deal more versatility than its higher priced sibling
This double sided mouse pad stays secure in place with rubber stoppers on each corner so that your mouse moves – not your mouse pad
The MM600 is also made of aluminum, and features a low-friction surface that will boost your response times in-game. SteelSeries QcK helps
deliver extremely precise mouse control and a smooth glide
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SteelSeries QcKThe best budget gaming mouse padSurface: 133.56-inches square | Size: 12.6 x 10.6 x 0.07 inches (320 X 270 x 2mm; W x D x
H)Relatively thin (2mm)Smooth Frictionless Surface Budget modelExisting solely as a budget mousepad, the SteelSeries QcK does exactly what
you want out of a mousepad and nothing more
The QcK’s surface material has a high thread count for extremely precise mouse control and a smooth glide
At the same time, its rubber base helps prevent it from sliding around your desk while you’re gaming
It comes in a variety of shapes and sizes and there’s even a higher end version with RGB lighting – the SteelSeries QcK Prism. Cooler
Master MP510 is made of a durable Cordura fabric that won’t fray, stain or even absorb liquid
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Cooler Master MP510Surface: 81.37 - 558 inches | Size: 9.8 x 8.3 x 0.11 inches (250 x 210 x 3mm; W x D x H) - 35.4 x 15.7 x 0.11 inches (900
x 400 x 3mm; W x D x H)Glow in the dark logo4 different sizesNo RGBThere are a lot of mouse pads out there that we love in theory, but just
won’t fit our desk – either too big or entirely too small
However, the Cooler Master MP510 looks to get on top of this problem by offering 4 different sizes, from a small pad that’ll fit any desk
to a giant mouse pad that will take up even the largest desk
It’s made of a durable Cordura fabric that won’t fray, stain or even absorb liquid
So, you won't have to panic when you inevitably spill your drink – except for all your other peripherals, we guess. This product is only
available in the UK as of this writing
US and Australian readers: check out a fine alternative in the SteelSeries QcK.Razer Sphex v2 is durable and optimised for laser or optical
Razer Sphex v2 A minimalist’s dream and ultra-thin gaming mouse padSurface: 140-inches square | Size: 14 x 10 x 0.02 inches (355 x 254 x
0.5 mm; W x D x H)Super thinUnobtrusive No lightingSure, everyone loves RGB lighting, but what if you’re looking for an unobtrusive,
seamless desk surface? Well, the ultra thin – less than half a millimeter in height – Razer Sphex v2 is the mouse pad for you
Despite its thin profile, the polycarbonate surface is durable and optimised for laser or optical gaming mouse control
We picked the regular size, but if you have a smaller desk, there’s a Small size variant as well. Roccat Hiro+ helps increase your
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Roccat Hiro+Surface: 111.2-inches square | Size: 13.78 x 8.07 x 0.09 inches (350 x 205 x 2.5 mm; W x D x H)Smooth mouse controlLow-friction
surface Costly for no lightingThe top of the Hiro+ is covered in a vulcanized silicone surface with a 3D structure to help increase your
gaming accuracy and speed
The base has a non-slip surface for steady mouse control, and the edges have been rounded for a smoother profile
Its surface is also coated to protect from water and grime, and makes for easy cleaning.Corsair MM1000 Qi features Qi charging
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Corsair MM1000 QiCharge your phone while you playSurface: Micro-textured hard surface | Size: 350mm x 260mm x 5mm (W x D x H)Great surfaceQi
wireless chargingQi charging only in specific zoneMost people think that the best gaming mouse pads are just glorified tablecloths that you
move your mouse on top of
Well, until the Corsair MM1000 Qi hit the market, that was almost right
Not only is this thing one of the best gaming mouse pads, but it also features Qi charging
Launching alongside the Corsair Dark Core RGB SE, which itself features Qi compatibility, the MM1000 Qi isn’t just Corsair’s answer to
the Logitech PowerPlay, it takes mouse pads to the next level.Razer Goliathus Chroma boasts Razer's RGB implementation
Razer Goliathus ChromaSurface: 140.6-inches square | Size: 13.99 x 10.05 x 0.12 inches (355 x 255 x 3 mm; W x D x H) Razer
Chroma-enabled Gaming optimized No USB pass-throughLet’s say you have a ton of RGB-bedecked peripherals, a keyboard, a mouse and maybe
You can’t just leave your mouse pad out of the RGB party, so you should keep an eye out for the Razer Goliathus Chroma
This illuminated mouse pad takes Razer’s expert RGB implementation and throws it into a soft gaming mouse pad that’ll let you score
those headshots, and do it in style.Corsair MM800 RGB Polaris boasts Corsair’s RGB implementation and uses a low-friction finish
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Corsair MM800 RGB PolarisThe ultimate mouse pad for RGB lighting enthusaistsSurface: 139.7-inches square | Size: 13.7 x 10.2 x 0.2 inches
(350 x 260 x 5mm; W x D x H)Customizable lightingLow-friction surface Wired connectionYou simply can’t go out looking for the best mouse
mat for gaming in 2019 without considering RGB
All the hottest gaming peripherals right now boast about how they can light your desk up like a Christmas tree, and the Corsair MM800 RGB
On top of Corsair’s always-fantastic RGB implementation, the MM800 uses a low-friction finish that’ll allow for quick and precise
tracking across its surface
And if the lighting wasn’t enough, the MM800 uses Corsair’s special CUE2 interface to sync its lighting with your other peripherals and
even your PC through RGB share
It’s even available in two materials: cloth and a micro-texture surface
Asus ROG Scabbard has a non-slip ROG red rubber base and low-friction Sheath woven surface
Asus ROG Scabbard A rugged giant of a mouse padSurface: 613.65-inches square | Size: 35.43 x 17.32 x 0.11 inches (900 x 440 x 3 mm; W x D x
H)GiganticWell-testedMight be too large for its own goodMore of a ‘desk pad’ than a gaming mouse pad, the Asus ROG Scabbard is
It can hold your laptop or keyboard and mouse, along with any other accessories you have lying around
It has a non-slip ROG red rubber base and low-friction Sheath woven surface for maximum mouse control
Asus has even temperature tested the ROG scabbard down to -30°C – but we wouldn’t recommend gaming in sub-zero conditions, even if
you’re really into overclocking.Image Credit: MSI 10
MSI ThunderstormThe heavy metal gaming mouse padSurface: 110.88-inches square | Size: 12.6 x 8.8 x 0.07 inches (320 x 225 x 2 mm; W x D x
H)ThinDurable Aluminum make Cold to the touchAre other mouse pads just too soft for your gaming setup? Well, if so, you’re in luck –
the MSI Thunderstorm gaming mouse pad is all metal
To be precise, this gaming mouse pad is made of an anodized, hairline-surfaced aluminum material with rubber stoppers
This textured surface is optimized for mouse control and speed, while its L shape allows it to be situated close to the keyboard
And, if that metal surface is just too real for you, you can flip it over for a micro-textured surface and the comfort of
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