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BenQ Zowie ZA13-C

Expert rating8 / 10

Weight:: 90g
Connectivity:: Wired
Shape:: Symmetrical
Max DPI:: 3

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Manufacturer: BenQ Last updated: 2026-09-12

BenQ Zowie ZA13-C Review

The BenQ Zowie ZA13-C is a common search for players who like the ZA shape but want the grippier textured 'C' coating instead of the smoother standard finish.

It's taller and larger than the S-Series, built for palm grip and bigger hands, and keeps the same driverless, RGB-free philosophy that makes Zowie mice popular in competitive Counter-Strike and Valorant.

Built for Bigger Hands

The ZA-Series is one of the tallest shapes in Zowie's lineup, giving palm grip players with larger hands a fuller shell than the flatter S-Series or FK-Series.

The 'C' Coating Difference

The C variant swaps the standard smooth coating for a textured matte finish that's grippier when hands get sweaty during long sessions, without adding any weight.

Comparison to Alternatives

Against the BenQ Zowie S2, the ZA13-C is taller and better suited to palm grip rather than fingertip or claw. Compared to the Logitech G502 Hero, the ZA13-C is lighter and simpler with no adjustable weight or extra buttons. Palm grip players comparing esports shapes often also look at the SteelSeries Sensei Ten for a similar ambidextrous size.

Specifications

Identity

Brand	BenQ Zowie
Model	ZA13-C

Design

Connectivity	Wired
Grip Type	Ambidextrous
Shape	Symmetrical

Performance

Sensor Tier	Mid-Range
Buttons	5
Polling Rate	1000 Hz
RGB Lighting	No

Sensor

Max DPI	3200 DPI

Weight and size

Weight	90 g

Buttons and switches

Switch Type	Mechanical

Sensor	PixArt PMW3360
Surface Coating	Textured matte 'C' coating

Expert Review

Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.

Expert rating8 / 10

A tall, grippy esports mouse for palm grip players who want the Zowie no-frills philosophy in a larger shell.

Best for

Palm grip players with medium to large hands
Competitive FPS players who prefer a driverless mouse
Anyone who wants a grippier textured coating for sweaty hands

Not for

Fingertip or claw grip players wanting a smaller shell
Buyers who want RGB or onboard memory
Anyone who wants a high desktop DPI ceiling

FAQs

What are the key specifications of the BenQ Zowie ZA13-C?

The BenQ Zowie ZA13-C is a gaming mouse from BenQ. Key specs: Connectivity Wired, Grip Type Ambidextrous, Shape Symmetrical, Weight 90, Sensor PixArt PMW3360.

Will the BenQ Zowie ZA13-C work with my current setup?

The BenQ Zowie ZA13-C lists Sensor is PixArt PMW3360. Check that against the hardware you already own before buying, since this is the field that most often decides whether a part fits.

Who is the BenQ Zowie ZA13-C best suited to?

It suits palm grip players with medium to large hands, competitive fps players who prefer a driverless mouse, anyone who wants a grippier textured coating for sweaty hands.

What are the drawbacks of the BenQ Zowie ZA13-C?

It is a poor fit for fingertip or claw grip players wanting a smaller shell, buyers who want rgb or onboard memory, anyone who wants a high desktop dpi ceiling.