The Makalu Max is the latest product from German brand Mountain and is a follow up to their Makalu 67 mouse. It features magnetic side grip panels, adjustable weight via the ‘Gravity Control System' and other more common features like hybrid wired/wireless connectivity. Do all the bells and whistles help make this a solid gaming mouse?
Timestamps:
00:00 Start
00:31 Details / pricing
01:07 Unboxing
02:18 Design / customisation / weight
06:24 The underside / shell
07:28 Sound test
07:43 Hardware inside / warranty
08:32 Gaming with the mouse
09:17 Connectivity and battery life
10:34 Software
11:17 Closing Thoughts
Specifications:
- Sensor – PixArt PAW3370
- Connectivity – 2.4 GHz RF & USB Type-C
- Max DPI – 19000
- IPS – 400
- Lift Off Distance (LOD) – 1-2mm
- Tracking Speed – 50g
- Buttons – 8
- Color(s) – Black
- Grip – Claw / Palm
- Backlight – RGB
- Polling Rate – 1000Hz / 1ms
- MCU – Cortex M0
- Connector – USB Type-A
- Cable length – 1.8m
- Product Dimensions – 127×70.2×42.2mm (LxWxH)
- Product Weight Approx. – 110g (w/ standard Side Grips and w/o weight discs)
- Onboard memory – Yes, 5 profiles
- Material – ABS
- Micro switches – (L+R) Kailh GM 8.0
- Software Support – Base Camp™ (Windows only)
- Warranty – 2 years
- Included Accessories
- Braided USB Type-C to Type-A Lifeline cable
- RF Receiver
- 2 Sets of Side Grips
- 3 Weight Discs
- Sticker set
You can buy the Mountain Makalu Max Gaming Mouse for 89.99 EUR direct from Mountain HERE.
Pros:
- Good quality switches.
- Flawless sensor performance.
- Minimal branding.
Cons:
- Replacement panels feel flimsy.
- Huge size won’t be to everyone’s tastes.
- Battery life isn't the best.
KitGuru says: It won't be for everyone due to the size and weight, while the replacement side panels do feel flimsy. At its core, though, this is a good mouse for those with larger hands.