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BenQ Zowie ZA13-C vs Vaxee Outset AX: Comparison
BenQ Zowie ZA13-C vs Vaxee Outset AX: the weight difference
On weight the spread is 64%, BenQ Zowie ZA13-C 90 g against Vaxee Outset AX 55 g, so Vaxee Outset AX takes it. Vaxee Outset AX also leads on buttons, 5 on the BenQ Zowie ZA13-C versus 6 on the Vaxee Outset AX. There is a split on shape as well, Symmetrical on the BenQ Zowie ZA13-C versus Symmetrical, mid-size on the Vaxee Outset AX. Switch type is not the same on both, Mechanical on the BenQ Zowie ZA13-C versus Optical on the Vaxee Outset AX.
BenQ Zowie ZA13-C vs Vaxee Outset AX: which one fits your build
Buy the BenQ Zowie ZA13-C for palm grip players with medium to large hands and competitive FPS players who prefer a driverless mouse, though it is not the pick for fingertip or claw grip players wanting a smaller shell and buyers who want RGB or onboard memory. The Vaxee Outset AX is the one to take for ambidextrous claw and fingertip grip users with medium hands and fans of lightweight wired esports mice, though it is the wrong buy for players who want wireless connectivity and palm grip users wanting a fuller shell. Our rating of the BenQ Zowie ZA13-C (8/10): A tall, grippy esports mouse for palm grip players who want the Zowie no-frills philosophy in a larger shell. 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.
Frequently asked questions
Do the BenQ Zowie ZA13-C and Vaxee Outset AX differ on sensor model?
Yes. Sensor Model reads PixArt PMW3360 on the BenQ Zowie ZA13-C versus PixArt PAW3370, up to 19,000 DPI on the Vaxee Outset AX.
Is the Polling Rate the same on the BenQ Zowie ZA13-C and Vaxee Outset AX?
It is. Both are listed at 1000 Hz, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.
Specs and benchmarks
Brand
- BenQ Zowie ZA13-C
- BenQ Zowie
- Vaxee Outset AX
- Vaxee
Connectivity
- BenQ Zowie ZA13-C
- Wired
- Vaxee Outset AX
- Wired
Grip Type
- BenQ Zowie ZA13-C
- Ambidextrous
- Vaxee Outset AX
- Ambidextrous
Model
- BenQ Zowie ZA13-C
- ZA13-C
- Vaxee Outset AX
- Outset AX
Shape
- BenQ Zowie ZA13-C
- Symmetrical
- Vaxee Outset AX
- Symmetrical, mid-size
Sensor Model
- BenQ Zowie ZA13-C
- PixArt PMW3360
- Vaxee Outset AX
- PixArt PAW3370, up to 19,000 DPI
Sensor Tier
- BenQ Zowie ZA13-C
- Mid-Range
- Vaxee Outset AX
- High
Buttons
- BenQ Zowie ZA13-C
- 5-17%
- Vaxee Outset AX
- 6Best
Polling Rate
- BenQ Zowie ZA13-C
- 1000 Hz
- Vaxee Outset AX
- 1000 Hz
Weight
- BenQ Zowie ZA13-C
- 90 g-64%
- Vaxee Outset AX
- 55 gBest
Switch Type
- BenQ Zowie ZA13-C
- Mechanical
- Vaxee Outset AX
- Optical
Which one should you pick?
Choose BenQ Zowie ZA13-C 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 90 g).
Verdict
BenQ Zowie ZA13-C
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A tall, grippy esports mouse for palm grip players who want the Zowie no-frills philosophy in a larger shell.
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.