Mini mice are an acquired taste, if you're not using a small mouse simply because you're traveling with it. The trend of trading ergonomics for a lighter design, to the point where your hand doesn't fully fit on the base, is not worth it for most players. Like Razer's Viper Mini mouse for claw- and fingertip-style users, the DeathAdder V2 Mini ($49.99) is a stripped-down version of Razer's most recent DeathAdder gaming mouse. With a smaller chassis and less powerful sensor, it's a slightly cheaper and, theoretically, more competitive mouse on paper. And while it does a slightly better job of balancing weight and shape than other mini mice, it's a large step down from the $69.99 DeathAdder V2 for all but a small subset of players.Small Isn't Always 'Fun Size' The DeathAdder V2 Mini looks like you hit the original DeathAdder V2 with a shrink ray, just for a second. Its simple but distinctive right-handed six-button shape should look very familiar. Its signature visual cues—a curvy, ...

The DeathAdder V2 Mini makes Razer's most popular mouse smaller and lighter, but that isn't necessarily an improvement.