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Corsair Katar Pro XT vs Fantech Aria XD7: Comparison

Corsair Katar Pro XT vs Fantech Aria XD7 weight compared

The gap that matters here is weight: Corsair Katar Pro XT 96 g against Fantech Aria XD7 54 g, which puts Fantech Aria XD7 78% ahead. Fantech Aria XD7 also leads on polling rate, 1000 Hz on the Corsair Katar Pro XT versus 4000 Hz on the Fantech Aria XD7. Corsair Katar Pro XT also leads on buttons, 6 on the Corsair Katar Pro XT versus 5 on the Fantech Aria XD7. Switch type is not the same on both, Omron, rated 50 million clicks on the Corsair Katar Pro XT versus Magnetic on the Fantech Aria XD7.

Who each one is for

The Corsair Katar Pro XT is the one to take for budget-conscious esports players and ambidextrous claw or fingertip grip users, though it is the wrong buy for buyers who want wireless freedom and palm grip users wanting an ergonomic shape. The Fantech Aria XD7 suits budget buyers who want flagship-tier sensor specs and ambidextrous grip users wanting a light symmetrical shell, though it is not built for buyers who prioritize build quality and brand support over specs and anyone who wants RGB lighting. Our rating of the Corsair Katar Pro XT (7/10): solid value wired mouse that covers the fundamentals without any standout feature. Our rating of the Fantech Aria XD7 (7/10): impressive specs-per-dollar for a lightweight wireless mouse, with build quality being the main tradeoff against pricier brands.

Frequently asked questions

Do the Corsair Katar Pro XT and Fantech Aria XD7 differ on sensor model?

Yes. Sensor Model reads PixArt PMW3391 Optical, up to 18,000 DPI on the Corsair Katar Pro XT versus PixArt PAW3395 on the Fantech Aria XD7.

Is the Grip Type the same on the Corsair Katar Pro XT and Fantech Aria XD7?

It is. Both are listed at Ambidextrous, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.

Specs and benchmarks

  • Brand

    Corsair Katar Pro XT
    Corsair
    Fantech Aria XD7
    Fantech
  • Connectivity

    Corsair Katar Pro XT
    Wired
    Fantech Aria XD7
    Wireless 2.4G
  • Grip Type

    Corsair Katar Pro XT
    Ambidextrous
    Fantech Aria XD7
    Ambidextrous
  • Model

    Corsair Katar Pro XT
    Katar Pro XT
    Fantech Aria XD7
    Aria XD7
  • Shape

    Corsair Katar Pro XT
    Symmetrical
    Fantech Aria XD7
    Symmetrical
  • Sensor Model

    Corsair Katar Pro XT
    PixArt PMW3391 Optical, up to 18,000 DPI
    Fantech Aria XD7
    PixArt PAW3395
  • Sensor Tier

    Corsair Katar Pro XT
    Entry-Mid
    Fantech Aria XD7
    Flagship
  • Buttons

    Corsair Katar Pro XT
    6Best
    Fantech Aria XD7
    5-17%
  • Polling Rate

    Corsair Katar Pro XT
    1000 Hz-75%
    Fantech Aria XD7
    4000 HzBest
  • Weight

    Corsair Katar Pro XT
    96 g-78%
    Fantech Aria XD7
    54 gBest
  • Switch Type

    Corsair Katar Pro XT
    Omron, rated 50 million clicks
    Fantech Aria XD7
    Magnetic

    Which one should you pick?

    Choose Corsair Katar Pro XT if you want the higher buttons (6 vs 5).

    Choose Fantech Aria XD7 if you want the higher polling rate (4000 Hz vs 1000 Hz) and the lower weight (54 g vs 96 g).

    Price comparison

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    Verdict

    Corsair Katar Pro XT

    7 / 10 Expert Rating

    Solid value wired mouse that covers the fundamentals without any standout feature.

    Fantech Aria XD7

    7 / 10 Expert Rating

    Impressive specs-per-dollar for a lightweight wireless mouse, with build quality being the main tradeoff against pricier brands.

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