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Glorious Model D vs SteelSeries Sensei Ten: Comparison
What is the difference between Glorious Model D and SteelSeries Sensei Ten?
On weight the spread is 35%, Glorious Model D 68 g against SteelSeries Sensei Ten 92 g, so Glorious Model D takes it. Add buttons to that, 6 on the Glorious Model D versus 8 on the SteelSeries Sensei Ten, and the pattern holds. Click rating is not the same on both, 50 million clicks on the Glorious Model D versus 60 million clicks on the SteelSeries Sensei Ten.
Glorious Model D vs SteelSeries Sensei Ten: which one fits your build
Buy the Glorious Model D for right-handed palm and claw grip players wanting low weight and buyers who want a DeathAdder-style shape but lighter, though it is not the pick for ambidextrous or left-handed users and anyone who wants a wireless connection. The SteelSeries Sensei Ten is the one to take for ambidextrous and left-handed players wanting a flagship sensor and buyers who prefer wired reliability over wireless convenience, though it is the wrong buy for anyone who specifically wants wireless connectivity and ergonomic-shape loyalists. It is equally the pick for palm and claw grip users who like a medium-size symmetrical shell. Our rating of the Glorious Model D (8/10): one of the lightest ergonomic mice around, with a sensor and feet that punch above its price. Our rating of the SteelSeries Sensei Ten (8/10): A dependable, well-built ambidextrous mouse that suits players who don't want to commit to an ergonomic-only shape.
Where the two are identical
Everything else lines up. Sensor tier, connectivity, polling rate, rgb lighting and switch type read the same on both, so those are not worth weighing.
Frequently asked questions
Do the Glorious Model D and SteelSeries Sensei Ten differ on sensor model?
Yes. Sensor Model reads BAMF on the Glorious Model D versus TrueMove Pro Optical on the SteelSeries Sensei Ten.
Specs and benchmarks
Brand
- Glorious Model D
- Glorious
- SteelSeries Sensei Ten
- SteelSeries
Connectivity
- Glorious Model D
- Wired
- SteelSeries Sensei Ten
- Wired
Grip Type
- Glorious Model D
- Right-Handed
- SteelSeries Sensei Ten
- Ambidextrous
Model
- Glorious Model D
- Model D
- SteelSeries Sensei Ten
- Sensei Ten
Shape
- Glorious Model D
- Ergonomic
- SteelSeries Sensei Ten
- Symmetrical
Sensor Model
- Glorious Model D
- BAMF
- SteelSeries Sensei Ten
- TrueMove Pro Optical
Sensor Tier
- Glorious Model D
- Flagship
- SteelSeries Sensei Ten
- Flagship
Max DPI
- Glorious Model D
- 19000 DPIBest
- SteelSeries Sensei Ten
- 18000 DPI-5%
Buttons
- Glorious Model D
- 6-25%
- SteelSeries Sensei Ten
- 8Best
Polling Rate
- Glorious Model D
- 1000 Hz
- SteelSeries Sensei Ten
- 1000 Hz
RGB Lighting
- Glorious Model D
- Yes
- SteelSeries Sensei Ten
- Yes
Weight
- Glorious Model D
- 68 gBest
- SteelSeries Sensei Ten
- 92 g-35%
Switch Type
- Glorious Model D
- Mechanical
- SteelSeries Sensei Ten
- Mechanical
Click Rating
- Glorious Model D
- 50 million clicks
- SteelSeries Sensei Ten
- 60 million clicks
Which one should you pick?
Choose Glorious Model D if you want the higher max DPI (19000 DPI vs 18000 DPI), the higher polling rate (1000 Hz vs 1000 Hz) and the lower weight (68 g vs 92 g).
Choose SteelSeries Sensei Ten if you want the higher buttons (8 vs 6).
Verdict
Glorious Model D
8 / 10 Expert Rating
One of the lightest ergonomic mice around, with a sensor and feet that punch above its price.
SteelSeries Sensei Ten
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A dependable, well-built ambidextrous mouse that suits players who don't want to commit to an ergonomic-only shape.