VAXEE XE V2 Wireless Review

Introduction

VAXEE is a brand that is fully focused on delivering top-tier competitive performances for gamers. It’s also a brand that works hard towards continual improvement. That becomes evident in lots of things, ranging from the small updates that they make via firmware to constantly evaluating what can be done better and being in tune with remarks that are made by customers. This mouse is the result of these things. With improved clicks, a 4000Hz sensor, better skates, and a much lighter weight, this is a big leap forward from its predecessor. Read our full VAXEE XE V2 Wireless review to find out everything you need to know.

At A Glance

VAXEE XE V2 Wireless

Used by 13 players (Jul, 2025)

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Staff’s Choice

If you’re after a top-tier competitive mouse with one of the best ambidextrous shapes out there, the XE V2 Wireless absolutely delivers. VAXEE have taken an already great design and refined it into something truly excellent.

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5 of 5

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Pros

• Great build quality
• Great gaming performances
• Nice shape
• Web-based driver is clean, easy to use, and much better than software
• New mouse feet feel great

Cons

• Very expensive in some parts of the world (like the EU)
• Battery life isn’t great
• Replacement feet should be included in the box at this price

Specs

Sensor	PAW3950
Polling Rate	250 / 500 / 1000 / 2000 / 4000 Hz
Button Switches	Huano
Button Force	76.5g
Connection	Wireless
Shape	Ambidextrous
Length	12.2cm
Height	3.8cm
Weight	59g
Width	6.1cm

First Impressions

Packaging

Just like with the NP-01S V2, the VAXEE XE V2 Wireless comes in the brand’s newly designed box. This has a more premium look and feel to it, and is more in line with the high price of the product. I didn’t have any issues with the packaging beforehand, but it’s quite clear that this new box is a step up. Inside this box, you will find:

• A 4K receiver
• The mouse itself
• A QR code leading to a manual
• A USB-C to USB-A charging cable

With an MSRP of €159.99 in Europe (the MSRP is $139.99 in the USA), I would expect there to be an extra set of mouse feet in the box though. This is a top-priced product aimed at competitive players, so an extra set of feet to replace worn down ones would not go amiss. A real, printed quickstart guide would also look a lot better if you ask me.

The Mouse

The XE V2 Wireless is a trimmed down, more focused product compared to its predecessor. The most noteworthy change is the disappearance of the button on top of the shell. That was there since the XE originally started out as a more casual mouse that was also focused on productivity and browsing, but I always found that a bit of an odd combination. So for me, it’s good that this is gone.

Other changes can be found on the bottom. The on-board controls have been simplified, and the skates have also been changed. Both are good changes if you ask me, and I’ll speak more about them further down in the review.

And then, last but not least, there’s the weight. This has been drastically reduced, and the XE V2 now comes in at 59 grams. That’s not going to win it any world records, but I do think that it’s a weight that makes a lot more sense in this day and age.

Shape, Coating, and Mouse Feet

For reference: I use a claw grip and have 18×10.5 cm hands.

Shape

The XE Wireless V2 features a well-executed ambidextrous shape with a slight middle curvature that makes it feel secure without locking you into one grip style. A centrally placed gradual hump further accentuates this safe shape, while the rather pronounced flare at the back helps with locking in. Button height is rather low, which I personally love, as it gives me more accuracy when doing smaller aiming tasks.

Another way to describe this design is by saying that it’s almost like an evolution of super neutral mice like the Logitech G Pro X. That’s not to bash the GPX or anything, but if you’ve used that sort of shape and just wished you could squeeze it a bit to get a little more curvature in there, this is your pick.

For me, this really is an amazing shape. The low button height compared with the middle curve and back flare makes it so that I can easily get a very comfy grip that feels amazing to aim with. This is one of the better ambidextrous designs on the market right now in my opinion.

With that said: it is not a small mouse. If you like mice with a super thin grip width or you just like smaller mice in general, this is not the one to go for.

Coating

VAXEE’s coating these days is top notch. It performs extremely well under all circumstances, and I never had any grip issues during my testing.

One thing I will say is that smudges and finger oils tend to show up pretty easily. Therefore, if you like to have a pristine-looking mouse, you’re not going to be happy with how often you have to clean it.

Luckily, the mouse never feels dirty. Early VAXEE mice had these coatings that just started to feel nasty after extended usage (which was solved by cleaning the mouse) but that’s no longer the case. The feel and performance of this coating is absolutely spot-on.

Mouse Feet

The XE V2 Wireless is the first VAXEE mouse to debut their new feet. I absolutely love these. They feel extremely consistent and smooth, and a little bit quicker than their previous feet. With that said: I definitely wouldn’t call them speed feet or anything like that. They’re still rather balanced between control and speed.

What I particularly like is how ‘responsive’ they feel. On cloth control pads (which I main) they seem to be just a bit better at translating exactly how the pad is supposed to feel than most stock skates from other manufacturers. These are absolutely an upgrade over their previous skates, and I would not have any reason whatsoever to replace these if I were to main the XE V2 Wireless.

Recommended Grip Types

In my opinion, the VAXEE XE is a mouse that’s perfect for claw grip. However, if you have smaller hands you can definitely also palm grip it, and fingertip gripping is also possible. It’s a versatile shape that lends itself to many different use cases.

Buttons and Scroll Wheel

Buttons

VAXEE clicks have been a mixed bag for me in the past. On some models, I experienced annoying switch grinding. On others, the clicks were almost unbearably light. However, the designers at VAXEE seem to have solved their consistency problems with regards to the clicks. On their latest models, they changed the internal structure, which results in a far more consistent experience. That’s also the case here.

The main clicks feel excellent. The actuation is crisp, with minimal pre-travel and post-travel distances. As a result of the updated structure, there’s absolutely no sideways movement whatsoever. The overall click tensioning also feels spot-on for me. They’re quite easily spammable, but they’re not so light that they result in accidental clicks when gaming.

The only point of criticism I could bring forth is the fact that these are mechanical switches and not optical ones. Whether that’s a problem for you or not obviously depends on your preferences, but I wouldn’t mind seeing the brand experiment with some quality opticals.

Scroll Wheel

The rubberized scroll wheel is on the more tactile end of the spectrum. Individual steps are clearly defined, which is good for gaming. They’re not so tight that they feel cumbersome to use for browsing though. One thing I will say is that, when you’re scrolling quickly, the wheel can get a bit loud.

Aside from that, everything is rock solid here. Clicking the wheel feels natural due to the perfect tensioning on that front, and I did not experience any accidental clicks or scrolls during my testing.

Side Buttons

The side buttons can be summed up in one word: fantastic. They both actuate with a crispy click, and there’s pretty much no post-travel present, not even near the edges. There’s also a pretty big gap between both buttons, which means that they’re easy to tell apart in the heat of battle.

Build Quality

When brands cut a lot of weight from their mice, there’s always some fear that the shell integrity suffers. The VAXEE XE V2 Wireless feels extremely well-built though. It is absolutely dead silent when I tap or shake the mouse, and there are no obvious weak spots on the top shell. The bottom plate has a bit of flex to it when you apply pressure, but that’s no problem as that won’t be exposed to any localized pressure when using it normally.

To be complete, I should say that it is technically possible to actuate mouse 4 by applying a ton of pressure to the left side panel of the mouse. However, you need to be gripping the mouse like a gorilla for this to even remotely have a chance of happening. I have a very firm grip (something I’m working on, as it’s not ideal for consistency when aiming) and never had any issues with this in-game, so I absolutely wouldn’t worry about this if you were considering the mouse.

Sensor and Everyday Performance

Sensor

At the core of the XE V2 is the PMW 3950 sensor. That’s today’s top dog and, as expected, its performance is flawless. VAXEE go through a lot of trouble to ensure that their ingame performance is as good as it can be. And in terms of raw performance, they’re absolutely at the top of the game. Some might lament the fact that the XE V2 Wireless doesn’t go to 8000Hz, but I honestly don’t mind that. The benefits of higher polling rates are small to begin with, and on top of that, there are diminishing returns to these things as well. Even on 8KHz mice, I usually stick to 4000Hz or 2000Hz since it saves battery. I know I’m not the only one who does this.

With that said: there is an argument to be made that a mouse at this price should be up-to-date with all of today’s top specs. In that sense, I can understand why some people are disappointed with the lack of 8000Hz support.

As far as the actual performance goes, my XE V2 Wireless performed perfectly as expected at all polling rates.

Configuring the Mouse

You can configure the mouse by using the configuration button on the bottom. This is quite easy to do and, thanks to the indicator LEDs on the bottom, you’re always sure what exactly it is that you’re changing.

Excitingly, VAXEE now also offer a web-based driver tool. This is quite rudimentary in terms of functionality, but it is exactly what I’ve been wanting to brand to implement for quite a long time now. In the web tool, you can finely tweak the DPI, rebind buttons, and do the usual stuff like adjust the click latency and polling rate. There’s no macro support as of right now, which is good to know in case you’re someone who uses macros often.

I have to give kudos to VAXEE for this web driver, by the way. It looks very clean, works without any problems, and is laid out in a straightforward and easy-to-understand manner. I’ve said this time and time again, but ever since web-based drivers hit the scene with Wooting keyboards, I’ve been of the opinion that all brands should follow suit. It’s just so much easier to load up a webpage if you want to make some quick changes rather than having to download and open a driver program. Good on them for going with the times.

Battery Life

VAXEE place so much emphasis on the performance of their mice that their battery life seems to be of secondary importance, as they devote a ton of energy to squeezing every last ounce of performance out of their mice. As such, the battery life definitely isn’t anything to write home about. At 4000Hz, you’re looking at around 30 ingame hours. And even at 1000Hz, you’re only getting 38 hours.

Luckily, VAXEE also has a ‘Standard Mode’ on their mice. This mode dedicates less attention to being all-out performance-focused and as such is more in line with modern battery life expectations. Expect around 110 hours of battery life in Standard Mode. With the new web driver, switching between the two modes is an absolute breeze, so you can quite easily change to Standard when you’re doing some work and then back to Competitive Mode for when you’re about to ruin the day of your opponents online.

Alternatives

The VAXEE XE V2 Wireless is quite a unique shape, so there are no real 1:1 alternatives (except for VAXEE’s own previous versions of course). With that said, some modern mice can be considered as having a similar user experience, so I’ll list some of those here.

VAXEE XE V2 Wireless vs Razer Viper V3 Pro

In terms of shape, both mice are very similar. And indeed, when holding them, you get a very familiar sensation. The Viper V3 Pro feels like it has a slightly more aggressive inward curve, even though it’s very subtle. Another subtle difference is that the Viper V3 Pro is ever so slightly bigger. It’s only a fraction longer and higher, but that does result in a mouse that feels more substantial in your hand. For me, it makes the XE V2 feel a lot more nimble and maneuverable than the Viper V3 Pro.

In terms of raw performance, it would be incredibly difficult to notice any real-world differences between these two mice. The Viper V3 Pro does go to 8000Hz, whereas the XE V2 only goes to 4000Hz. But as I said earlier on in the review, it will be incredibly difficult to notice any in-game differences between 4000 and 8000Hz.

Read our Razer Viper V3 Pro review

VAXEE XE V2 Wireless vs Lamzu Maya X

The Lamzu Maya X can kind of be compared in terms of its overall design idea, but the Maya X feels more neutral than the XE V2 to me. Still, if you want an ultralight alternative to the VAXEE XE V2 Wireless and you don’t mind a slightly less ‘locked in’ design, the Maya X could be considered as an alternative.

Read our Lamzu Maya X review

Conclusion

The VAXEE XE V2 Wireless feels like the culmination of everything VAXEE has been refining over the past few years. It takes a proven shape, tightens up every detail, and delivers a polished competitive gaming mouse that easily holds its own against the best on the market. From the excellent buttons and upgraded skates to the web-based configuration tool, it’s clear that VAXEE listened to feedback and made meaningful improvements.

It’s not trying to win the spec race with ultra-high polling rates or extravagant features. Instead, it focuses on what actually matters for competitive gamers players: consistency, comfort, and control.

If you’re after a top-tier competitive mouse with one of the best ambidextrous shapes out there, the XE V2 Wireless absolutely delivers. VAXEE have taken an already great design and refined it into something truly excellent.

One thing that I would like to note in closing is that prices for VAXEE mice are way up there. I know this doesn’t have anything to do with the mouse itself, but if you want to get one in the EU, you’re paying 159.99 euros, which is the equivalent of 182 dollars at the time of writing. And that’s without shipping fees. I know that VAXEE is a smaller player in the scene and that they don’t have the distribution networks of larger brands, but with these prices they’re no doubt alienating a bunch of potential customers. Whether or not this mouse is worth the price of admission is of course up to you to decide. But I would personally love to see these price raises of top tier mice come to a stop.

5 of 5

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