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BenQ Zowie S2 vs Glorious Model D: Comparison
What is the difference between BenQ Zowie S2 and Glorious Model D?
Max dpi is where these two genuinely part company, BenQ Zowie S2 3200 DPI against Glorious Model D 19000 DPI, a 83% lead for Glorious Model D. Glorious Model D also leads on weight, 83 g on the BenQ Zowie S2 versus 68 g on the Glorious Model D. Buttons runs the same way, 5 on the BenQ Zowie S2 versus 6 on the Glorious Model D, another win for Glorious Model D. Rgb lighting is not the same on both, No on the BenQ Zowie S2 versus Yes on the Glorious Model D.
BenQ Zowie S2 vs Glorious Model D: which one fits your build
The BenQ Zowie S2 is the one to take for competitive FPS players who want a driverless, no-RGB mouse and low to medium grip height players (fingertip/claw), though it is the wrong buy for players who want RGB or onboard profiles and buyers who want a high DPI ceiling for desktop use. Buy the Glorious Model D for right-handed palm and claw grip players wanting low weight and buyers who want a DeathAdder-style shape but lighter, though it is not the pick for ambidextrous or left-handed users and anyone who wants a wireless connection. Our rating of the BenQ Zowie S2 (8/10): A no-frills esports mouse built for consistency over features, and a legitimate favorite among competitive CS and Valorant players. Our rating of the Glorious Model D (8/10): one of the lightest ergonomic mice around, with a sensor and feet that punch above its price.
Frequently asked questions
Do the BenQ Zowie S2 and Glorious Model D differ on sensor model?
Yes. Sensor Model reads PixArt PMW3360 on the BenQ Zowie S2 versus BAMF on the Glorious Model D.
Is the Connectivity the same on the BenQ Zowie S2 and Glorious Model D?
It is. Both are listed at Wired, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.
Specs and benchmarks
Brand
- BenQ Zowie S2
- BenQ Zowie
- Glorious Model D
- Glorious
Connectivity
- BenQ Zowie S2
- Wired
- Glorious Model D
- Wired
Grip Type
- BenQ Zowie S2
- Ambidextrous
- Glorious Model D
- Right-Handed
Model
- BenQ Zowie S2
- S2
- Glorious Model D
- Model D
Shape
- BenQ Zowie S2
- Symmetrical
- Glorious Model D
- Ergonomic
Sensor Model
- BenQ Zowie S2
- PixArt PMW3360
- Glorious Model D
- BAMF
Sensor Tier
- BenQ Zowie S2
- Mid-Range
- Glorious Model D
- Flagship
Max DPI
- BenQ Zowie S2
- 3200 DPI-83%
- Glorious Model D
- 19000 DPIBest
Buttons
- BenQ Zowie S2
- 5-17%
- Glorious Model D
- 6Best
Polling Rate
- BenQ Zowie S2
- 1000 Hz
- Glorious Model D
- 1000 Hz
RGB Lighting
- BenQ Zowie S2
- No
- Glorious Model D
- Yes
Weight
- BenQ Zowie S2
- 83 g-22%
- Glorious Model D
- 68 gBest
Switch Type
- BenQ Zowie S2
- Mechanical
- Glorious Model D
- Mechanical
Which one should you pick?
Choose BenQ Zowie S2 if you want the higher polling rate (1000 Hz vs 1000 Hz).
Choose Glorious Model D if you want the higher max DPI (19000 DPI vs 3200 DPI), the higher buttons (6 vs 5) and the lower weight (68 g vs 83 g).
Verdict
BenQ Zowie S2
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A no-frills esports mouse built for consistency over features, and a legitimate favorite among competitive CS and Valorant players.
Glorious Model D
8 / 10 Expert Rating
One of the lightest ergonomic mice around, with a sensor and feet that punch above its price.