Between the OP1 8K and Thorn, the OP1 8K comes out ahead in polling rate and weight, while the Thorn wins on max dpi and wireless. Overall, the OP1 8K scores 87.2 and the Thorn scores 79.9 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
The OP1 8K edges ahead on the Mars Score (87.2 vs 79.9), but the 7.3-point gap is small enough that the right pick comes down to which spec advantages matter to you.
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 Thorn if you care most about max dpi and wireless. Its strongest claims are max dpi, wireless, battery.
Both ship with comparable 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 — 100.00% more. 8000 Hz vs 4000 Hz.
- ▲Weight — 2.00 g less. 50 vs 52.
Why Lamzu - Thorn wins
- ▲Max DPI — 15.38% more. 30000 vs 26000.
- ▲Wireless: true (vs false).
- ▲Battery: 80 h vs 0 h.
Spec comparison
Sensor
| Spec | Endgame Gear - OP1 8K | Lamzu - Thorn |
|---|---|---|
| Max DPI | 26000 | 30000lead |
| Max IPS | 650 | 750lead |
| Polling rate | 8000 Hzlead | 4000 Hz |
Design
| Spec | Endgame Gear - OP1 8K | Lamzu - Thorn |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 50 glead | 52 g |
| Buttons | 6 | 6 |
| Shape | Symmetrical | Symmetrical |
Connectivity
| Spec | Endgame Gear - OP1 8K | Lamzu - Thorn |
|---|---|---|
| Wireless | false | truelead |
| Battery | 0 h | 80 hlead |
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