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G-Wolves Skoll SK vs Xtrfy M42 Wireless: Comparison
What is the difference between G-Wolves Skoll SK and Xtrfy M42 Wireless?
Sensor model is the dividing line, G-Wolves Skoll SK PixArt PAW3370, up to 19,000 DPI against Xtrfy M42 Wireless PAW3395, up to 26,000 DPI. On weight there is little in it, 61 g on the G-Wolves Skoll SK versus 59 g on the Xtrfy M42 Wireless. There is a split on connectivity as well, Wired on the G-Wolves Skoll SK versus Wireless on the Xtrfy M42 Wireless. Shape is not the same on both, Symmetrical, honeycomb on the G-Wolves Skoll SK versus Symmetrical on the Xtrfy M42 Wireless. There is a split on switch type as well, Kailh GM 8.0 Optical on the G-Wolves Skoll SK versus Optical on the Xtrfy M42 Wireless.
Which should you buy, G-Wolves Skoll SK or Xtrfy M42 Wireless?
The G-Wolves Skoll SK suits competitive players who prefer wired over wireless and ambidextrous claw and fingertip grip users, though it is not the pick for buyers who want wireless connectivity and palm grip users wanting a fuller shell. Take the Xtrfy M42 Wireless for Xtrfy fans who want the brand's design aesthetic with a genuine step up to wireless and a higher-tier sensor. This mouse extends Xtrfy's design into the competitive wireless ultralight tier. Avoid it for buyers on the tightest possible budget. The wired Xtrfy M4 RGB, covered elsewhere on this site, offers the brand's styling at a lower price. Our rating of the G-Wolves Skoll SK (8/10): A great budget-friendly ultralight wired mouse for players who don't need wireless.
Where the two are identical
Everything else lines up. Polling rate and grip type read the same on both, so those are not worth weighing.
Specs and benchmarks
Brand
- G-Wolves Skoll SK
- G-Wolves
- Xtrfy M42 Wireless
- Xtrfy
Connectivity
- G-Wolves Skoll SK
- Wired
- Xtrfy M42 Wireless
- Wireless (2.4GHz + Bluetooth)
Grip Type
- G-Wolves Skoll SK
- Ambidextrous
- Xtrfy M42 Wireless
- Ambidextrous
Model
- G-Wolves Skoll SK
- Skoll SK
- Xtrfy M42 Wireless
- M42 Wireless
Shape
- G-Wolves Skoll SK
- Symmetrical, honeycomb
- Xtrfy M42 Wireless
- Symmetrical
Sensor Model
- G-Wolves Skoll SK
- PixArt PAW3370, up to 19,000 DPI
- Xtrfy M42 Wireless
- PAW3395, up to 26,000 DPI
Polling Rate
- G-Wolves Skoll SK
- 1000 Hz
- Xtrfy M42 Wireless
- 1000 Hz
Weight
- G-Wolves Skoll SK
- 61 g-3%
- Xtrfy M42 Wireless
- 59 gBest
Switch Type
- G-Wolves Skoll SK
- Kailh GM 8.0 Optical
- Xtrfy M42 Wireless
- Optical
Which one should you pick?
Choose G-Wolves Skoll SK if you want the higher polling rate (1000 Hz vs 1000 Hz).
Choose Xtrfy M42 Wireless if you want the lower weight (59 g vs 61 g).
Verdict
G-Wolves Skoll SK
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A great budget-friendly ultralight wired mouse for players who don't need wireless.