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BenQ Zowie S2 vs Ninjutso Sora V2: Comparison
BenQ Zowie S2 vs Ninjutso Sora V2: the weight difference
Start with weight, because it is the widest measured gap between them: BenQ Zowie S2 83 g against Ninjutso Sora V2 42 g, 98% in favour of Ninjutso Sora V2. Add buttons to that, 5 on the BenQ Zowie S2 versus 6 on the Ninjutso Sora V2, and the pattern holds. They differ on shape too, Symmetrical on the BenQ Zowie S2 versus Symmetrical, honeycomb on the Ninjutso Sora V2. Switch type is not the same on both, Mechanical on the BenQ Zowie S2 versus Optical on the Ninjutso Sora V2.
Who each one is for
Buy the BenQ Zowie S2 for competitive FPS players who want a driverless, no-RGB mouse and low to medium grip height players (fingertip/claw), though it is not the pick for players who want RGB or onboard profiles and buyers who want a high DPI ceiling for desktop use. The Ninjutso Sora V2 suits weight-obsessed competitive FPS players and fingertip grip users wanting the lightest possible shell, though it is not built for players who want a mainstream brand's warranty support and palm grip users wanting a filled-out shell. 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 Ninjutso Sora V2 (8/10): an excellent choice for gram-counters, provided you're comfortable with a boutique brand's smaller support network.
Frequently asked questions
Do the BenQ Zowie S2 and Ninjutso Sora V2 differ on sensor model?
Yes. Sensor Model reads PixArt PMW3360 on the BenQ Zowie S2 versus PAW3395, up to 26,000 DPI on the Ninjutso Sora V2.
Is the Grip Type the same on the BenQ Zowie S2 and Ninjutso Sora V2?
It is. Both are listed at Ambidextrous, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.
Specs and benchmarks
Brand
- BenQ Zowie S2
- BenQ Zowie
- Ninjutso Sora V2
- Ninjutso
Connectivity
- BenQ Zowie S2
- Wired
- Ninjutso Sora V2
- Wireless (2.4GHz)
Grip Type
- BenQ Zowie S2
- Ambidextrous
- Ninjutso Sora V2
- Ambidextrous
Model
- BenQ Zowie S2
- S2
- Ninjutso Sora V2
- Sora V2
Shape
- BenQ Zowie S2
- Symmetrical
- Ninjutso Sora V2
- Symmetrical, honeycomb
Sensor Model
- BenQ Zowie S2
- PixArt PMW3360
- Ninjutso Sora V2
- PAW3395, up to 26,000 DPI
Sensor Tier
- BenQ Zowie S2
- Mid-Range
- Ninjutso Sora V2
- High
Buttons
- BenQ Zowie S2
- 5-17%
- Ninjutso Sora V2
- 6Best
Polling Rate
- BenQ Zowie S2
- 1000 Hz
- Ninjutso Sora V2
- 1000Hz (4000Hz dongle available)
Weight
- BenQ Zowie S2
- 83 g-98%
- Ninjutso Sora V2
- 42 gBest
Switch Type
- BenQ Zowie S2
- Mechanical
- Ninjutso Sora V2
- Optical
Which one should you pick?
Choose BenQ Zowie S2 if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
Choose Ninjutso Sora V2 if you want the higher buttons (6 vs 5) and the lower weight (42 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.
Ninjutso Sora V2
8 / 10 Expert Rating
An excellent choice for gram-counters, provided you're comfortable with a boutique brand's smaller support network.