The gaming mouse sector is evolving, and fashion is for ultra-light models. With its new Cooler Master MM720, the manufacturer updates its old Spawn and Xornet flagship models and gives them a serious facelift.
In line with the MM710, this new model is aimed at competitive players with a featherweight of only 49g. With its atypical ergonomics, it will probably not be in everyone’s hands, but players who love Claw Grip should feel perfectly at ease.
The MM720 is intended to be relatively affordable without making the slightest sacrifice in terms of its technical datasheet. Between its PMW3389 sensor, its switches with 70 million activations, the presence of customizable RGB lighting, or its various accessories, it displays serious arguments to seduce players fans of esports.
After the success of the Glorious Model O and its direct competitors, its Cooler Master’s turn to unveil its new MM710 and its weight of only 53 g, all at the aggressive price of $49.90!
A fanfare arrival for the brand, which signs here a record of lightness thanks to a compact design and a perforated honeycomb shell. Enough to make a place for FPS enthusiasts and make people forget the 69 g Razer Viper.
Pros and Cons
| Cooler Master MM720 | Cooler Master MM710 |
| Feels great to use | Honeycomb design keeps hand cool |
| Pixart PMW3389 Sensor | Pixart PMW3389 Sensor |
| Very lightweight, flexible cord | Top-notch optical sensor |
| RGB is pretty limited | Can’t be used wirelessly |
Specification
| Cooler Master MM720 | Cooler Master MM710 | |
| $ | CHECK PRICE | CHECK PRICE |
| Release Date | Sept 24, 2020 | Sept 9, 2020 |
| Brand | Cooler Master | Cooler Master |
| Type | Wired Mouse | Wired Mouse |
| Button | 6 | 6 |
| Weight | 85 g | 89 g |
| Material | Virgin Grade PTFE | Virgin Grade PTFE |
| Dimension | 105 x 76 x 37 mm | 116x 62 x 38 mm |
| Ambidextrous | No | No |
| Colour | Black | Black |
| Sensor | Optical (LED) | Optical (LED) |
| Sensor Model | PixArt PMW3389 | PixArt PMW3389 |
| Connectivity | Wired | Wired |
| DPI | 16000 | 16000 |
| Polling Rate | 1000 Hz | 1000 Hz |
| RGB | Yes | No |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| Battery Type | No Batteries | No Batteries |
| Software | MasterPlus+ | MasterPlus |
| Compatibility | Windows | Windows |
Design
Cooler Master MM720- The mouse uses a template similar to the old Spawn and Xornet models, as explained in the introduction. The MM720 retains this somewhat atypical look, with a compact and reasonably comprehensive format, in particular thanks to the support for the ring finger.
Ergonomics are pretty rare in the sector, but which have already shown in the past that many players appreciate this format, mainly favoring a Claw Grip grip. If with dimensions of approximately 105 x 76 x 37 mm, the general ergonomics does not evolve; the weight drops below the 50 g bar and adapts much better to the expectations of current players.
Thanks to its new perforated shells, the mouse is one of the lightest in the sector, especially alongside its cousin the MM710, the Razer Viper Mini, or the recent Logitech G Pro X Superlight on the wireless model side.
On the look side, the mouse is available in 4 versions with a choice of a matte or glossy coating and black or white colors. All this is accompanied by customizable RGB lighting, visible at the level of the palm rest and the wheel. Visually it is somewhat successful, and the finishes also seem to be there.
Despite its lightweight, the mouse cash without flinching significant pressure without cracking in all directions. The game also seems limited by shaking it frantically, and the general assembly exudes quality.
The model is also IP58 certified, protecting it against dust and splashes. The manufacturer even announces that it is possible to pass the mouse under water to clean it, but we admit that we have not tempted fate.
Once your hand is on the mouse, you quickly feel confident alongside this MM720. Its reasonably short format and its lateral support allow you to benefit from good support in Claw Grip. Still, it is also possible to opt for slightly more relaxed ergonomics, particularly in Palm Grip.
The mouse comes with an additional grip set if you want to enjoy better support. They can be placed on the fronts of the MM720, but also its two main clicks.
As for the buttons, this new MM720 relies on simplicity. The two additional buttons formerly positioned behind the wheel disappear while the two main clicks benefit from new optical switches.
This limits the rebound effect of conventional mechanical switches and benefits from optimal responsiveness. Durability is also improved, with up to 70 million activations. No pre-travel or post-travel are to report, and the clicks respond perfectly to the slightest movements.
On the side of the wheel, we also benefit from a frank and well-marked click. The notches are pretty flexible.
The mouse is only designed for right-handers; we then find the last two buttons on the left front of the MM720. They are placed on the upper part of the facade and are perfectly accessible.
The back of the mouse has two large PTFE pads and a third surrounding its optical sensor. They provide excellent glide, and the brand offers a second set if the first were to wear out over the months. There is also a button to navigate between its different DPI levels.
We finally finish with the mouse cable, here with an exceptionally soft and flexible cord, like what we had already discovered in its little sister, the MM710. It does not interfere with the movement of the mouse and does not necessarily require the use of a bungee to play in optimal conditions. A good point compared to a model such as the Xtrfy M42 that we presented to you recently.
The Cooler Master MM710 is the first mouse with a perforated shell to land on GamerTech, and the manufacturer is betting here on sobriety to appeal to fans of the genre. Unlike the competition, the MM710 is simple and efficient, with no frills or RGB at all costs.
The model presented today has a matte black shell, but other references should soon land, including a white version and the possibility of opting for a glossy surface.
Regarding the very construction of the mouse, two points are immediately felt during the first grip: its particularly compact dimensions and its lightweight. 116x 62 x 38 mm for a total weight of 53 g, the MM710 is a tiny mouse. We will come back to this a little later, but players with big hands may have a little trouble mastering it.
The other point that is obviously obvious is the perforations present all around the mouse. The upper part of the mouse, the back of the main buttons, the fronts or even the base of the mouse thus have a honeycomb structure, designed to limit the weight of the field mouse as much as possible while ensuring a certain rigidity and durability.
At first glance, the finishes seem correct, and the plastics used do not seem to flinch under significant pressure or twisting. The internal components are, for their part, protected by a coating supposed to protect them from dust and possible splashes. We will not necessarily pass it underwater, but the mouse seems perfectly clean after ten days at its side. If you are reading this presentation several months after the Cooler Master MM710, we still recommend that you take a look at the feedback from other users to check the durability of the mouse.
On the control side, the MM710 goes to the essentials. Cut for the most nervous FPS enthusiasts, the mouse limits its number of buttons and has two main clicks on its upper side and a control to adjust its sensitivity.
The mouse relies on Omron switches with a lifespan of 20 million clicks and exemplary responsiveness. The two buttons are well separated and fall naturally under the fingers, but we will note the presence of a slight play at the level of the pallets. Nothing to worry about, in our opinion, but it will still be necessary to check the behaviour of the mouse after a few months of use.
Between the two buttons, a rather fine wheel has a textured coating and light but sufficiently marked notches to be precise. Its use is comfortable, and it can be used for secondary actions without any problem.
Behind, the button dedicated to DPS is intended to be discreet and does not interfere in any way when using the mouse. Here, logically there is no risk of activating it by default and ending up with enormous sensitivity in the middle of face to face with an opponent.
The mouse is designed for right-handed people; it does not have a single button on its correct facade, nor a grip zone for that matter. Necessarily mandatory concessions when you want to limit the weight of your field mouse as much as possible.
There are two additional buttons easily accessible from the thumb on the left side. We appreciate their very reactive activation, with a distinct click as we would like to find on all current models.
The place to take charge. As the mouse has particularly compact dimensions, it is naturally intended for players who are fans of Claw Grip and Fingertips Grip if you want to take advantage of its full potential.
Depending on your old mouse, it will still take some time to adapt to its size and players with large hands will probably find it difficult to find their account.
The perforated construction of the hull will also limit perspiration during the most extended gaming sessions. Still, it will have to be done with a touch that is not necessarily as pleasant as usual models. Coming from a Logitech G502 Lightspeed, we have to admit that we missed its soft-touch palm rest.
There are three PTFE pads at the back of the mouse, ensuring excellent glide to the whole. They are by default protected by small plastic films that you must remove before using the mouse. Also, note that Cooler Master offers a second set of pads in the box so that you can replace them if the first wear out.
Finally, the last point concerning this Cooler Master MM710’s very design is its cable. The manufacturer opts for an exceptionally light and flexible 1.8m woven model, almost giving the impression of using a wireless mouse. This successful point reinforces the feeling of lightness provided by the mouse a little more.
Cooler Master Software
Both mouse is compatible with Cooler Master Plus software, the brand’s latest tool. From this, we will be able to create different configuration profiles and load them automatically according to our games or applications. For each profile, we find the usual settings with the adjustment of the button controls, the DPI parameters, or the backlight’s customisation.
Performance
The Cooler Master MM720 is equipped with a PixArt PMW3389 optical sensor. It is a model that can be found on many current mice and has established itself for a few months as one of the very best in the sector.
It can climb up to 16,000 DPI, cash accelerations of 50G and speeds of up to 400 IPS. In use, no problem to report, and the tracking responds perfectly to the slightest movements.
The Cooler Master MM710 embeds a PixArt PMW3389 optical sensor, which no longer necessarily needs to be presented. Most high-end mice opt for this model or one of its derivatives, and the precision is as often at the rendezvous. The lift-off distance is measured at around 2 mm, allowing you to quickly replace your mouse without losing the position of your cursor. Again, nothing to complain about on that side, as often with most current mice.
Conclusion
By bringing a real facelift to an ergonomics that has already proven itself several years ago, the Cooler Master MM720 should be able to find its audience. The mouse is ideally suited to competitive players with a design and a technical sheet that now meets current criteria. More particularly, FPS requires a good compromise between comfort, manoeuvrability, and performance.
With its MM710, Cooler Master is positioning itself as the first “historical” manufacturer to offer an ultra-light and perforated mouse. Even lighter than its competitors, it is particularly suitable for players with small hands looking for a perfectly manageable and efficient mouse. Be careful though to the software, a little less complete and intuitive than the competition in our opinion.
