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Why 99% of people should stick with Optical sensors.
The "engine" of your mouse is the sensor. In the past, you had to choose between "Laser" and "Optical." Today, the war is over. Optical is better. Unless you are tracking on a clear glass table without a mousepad, you should always buy an optical mouse.
Optical sensors are 1:1, meaning if you move your hand 1 inch, the cursor moves exactly that distance every time. This creates consistent "muscle memory" for gaming.
The newest high-end sensors (like the PAW3950) can finally track on clear glass tables. This was the one thing laser sensors used to be better at, but now optical sensors can do it too.
Test your current mouse to see if it has any built-in acceleration that might be messing up your aim.
Launch Test →If you are buying a top-tier gaming mouse, you will see two sensor names popping up everywhere. Here is the difference:
| Specification | PAW3395 (Standard) | PAW3950 (Flagship) |
|---|---|---|
| Verdict | Great for 99% of gamers | The best money can buy |
| Max DPI | 26,000 | 30,000 - 45,000 |
| Glass Tracking | Poor | Excellent |
My Advice: Don't obsess over the numbers. The main reason to upgrade to the PAW3950 is for the lower "Lift-Off Distance," which means the mouse stops tracking instantly when you lift it to reposition.