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BenQ Zowie S2 vs Vaxee Outset AX: Comparison
What is the difference between BenQ Zowie S2 and Vaxee Outset AX?
On weight the spread is 51%, BenQ Zowie S2 83 g against Vaxee Outset AX 55 g, so Vaxee Outset AX takes it. Sensor model is not the same on both, PixArt PMW3360 on the BenQ Zowie S2 versus PixArt PAW3370, up to 19,000 DPI on the Vaxee Outset AX. Sensor tier is not the same on both, Mid-Range on the BenQ Zowie S2 versus High on the Vaxee Outset AX. Add buttons to that, 5 on the BenQ Zowie S2 versus 6 on the Vaxee Outset AX, and the pattern holds. Shape is not the same on both, Symmetrical on the BenQ Zowie S2 versus Symmetrical, mid-size on the Vaxee Outset AX. They differ on switch type too, Mechanical on the BenQ Zowie S2 versus Optical on the Vaxee Outset AX.
BenQ Zowie S2 vs Vaxee Outset AX: which one fits your build
The BenQ Zowie S2 suits competitive FPS players who want a driverless, no-RGB mouse and low to medium grip height players (fingertip/claw), though it is not built for players who want RGB or onboard profiles and buyers who want a high DPI ceiling for desktop use. Buy the Vaxee Outset AX for ambidextrous claw and fingertip grip users with medium hands and fans of lightweight wired esports mice, though it is not the pick for players who want wireless connectivity and palm grip users wanting a fuller 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 Vaxee Outset AX (8/10): A well-tuned boutique wired mouse for players who want ZYGEN-level quality with a bit more shell length.
Where the two are identical
Everything else lines up. Connectivity, polling rate and grip type read the same on both, so those are not worth weighing.
Specs and benchmarks
Brand
- BenQ Zowie S2
- BenQ Zowie
- Vaxee Outset AX
- Vaxee
Connectivity
- BenQ Zowie S2
- Wired
- Vaxee Outset AX
- Wired
Grip Type
- BenQ Zowie S2
- Ambidextrous
- Vaxee Outset AX
- Ambidextrous
Model
- BenQ Zowie S2
- S2
- Vaxee Outset AX
- Outset AX
Shape
- BenQ Zowie S2
- Symmetrical
- Vaxee Outset AX
- Symmetrical, mid-size
Sensor Model
- BenQ Zowie S2
- PixArt PMW3360
- Vaxee Outset AX
- PixArt PAW3370, up to 19,000 DPI
Sensor Tier
- BenQ Zowie S2
- Mid-Range
- Vaxee Outset AX
- High
Buttons
- BenQ Zowie S2
- 5-17%
- Vaxee Outset AX
- 6Best
Polling Rate
- BenQ Zowie S2
- 1000 Hz
- Vaxee Outset AX
- 1000 Hz
Weight
- BenQ Zowie S2
- 83 g-51%
- Vaxee Outset AX
- 55 gBest
Switch Type
- BenQ Zowie S2
- Mechanical
- Vaxee Outset AX
- Optical
Which one should you pick?
Choose BenQ Zowie S2 if you want the higher polling rate (1000 Hz vs 1000 Hz).
Choose Vaxee Outset AX if you want the higher buttons (6 vs 5) and the lower weight (55 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.
Vaxee Outset AX
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A well-tuned boutique wired mouse for players who want ZYGEN-level quality with a bit more shell length.