Between the OP1 8K and XM2we, the OP1 8K comes out ahead in polling rate and weight, while the XM2we wins on wireless and battery. Overall, the OP1 8K scores 87.2 and the XM2we scores 69.6 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
The OP1 8K is the clear pick on raw spec strength, leading by 17.6 points on the Mars Score. The margin is wide enough that the underdog only makes sense if its individual strengths line up with what you specifically need.
Pick the OP1 8K if you carry the device everywhere and weight or thickness has been the deciding factor before. The biggest gaps in its favor are polling rate, weight.
Pick the XM2we if you care most about wireless and battery. Its strongest claims are wireless, battery.
Both ship with comparable max dpi, buttons, so those specs don't separate the two — focus on the differences below.
Bottom line: the OP1 8K is the safer default. The other model is the right choice only when its specific advantages line up with your priorities.
Why Endgame Gear - OP1 8K wins
- ▲Polling rate — 700.00% more. 8000 Hz vs 1000 Hz.
- ▲Weight — 13.00 g less. 50 vs 63.
Why Endgame Gear - XM2we wins
- ▲Wireless: true (vs false).
- ▲Battery: 90 h vs 0 h.
Spec comparison
Sensor
| Spec | Endgame Gear - OP1 8K | Endgame Gear - XM2we |
|---|---|---|
| Max DPI | 26000 | 26000 |
| Max IPS | 650 | 650 |
| Polling rate | 8000 Hzlead | 1000 Hz |
Design
| Spec | Endgame Gear - OP1 8K | Endgame Gear - XM2we |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 50 glead | 63 g |
| Buttons | 6 | 6 |
| Shape | Symmetrical | Symmetrical |
Connectivity
| Spec | Endgame Gear - OP1 8K | Endgame Gear - XM2we |
|---|---|---|
| Wireless | false | truelead |
| Battery | 0 h | 90 hlead |
Spec-level deep dives
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