Glorious re-releases the Model O Classic wireless mouse

Glorious has launched the Model O Classic, resurrecting the design that put the brand on the map back years ago. The Model O Classic retains the iconic perforated ‘honeycomb' shell and RGB lighting strips that defined the early days of the lightweight mouse trend.

For specs, the Model O Classic (via TechPowerUp) maintains its identity without chasing the flagship specs of 2026. The mouse uses the Glorious 19K Optical Gaming Sensor (essentially a rebadged Pixart PAW 3370), offering 19,000 DPI, 400 IPS tracking, and a 1000Hz polling rate. While these specs are perfectly adequate for most players, they are a step behind the 4000Hz to 8000Hz wireless polling rates and 30K+ sensors found in current flagship mice from competitors like Razer or Logitech.

The mouse's weight also reflects its “Classic” status. Coming in at 69g, it sits in the middle ground for lightweight mice. In 2019, 69g was considered revolutionary, but by today's standards, many solid-shell mice now comfortably reach the 45g to 55g range. The honeycomb design, once a necessary trade-off to shed mass, is now purely an aesthetic choice rather than a performance requirement. Also, the Model O Classic continues to rely on the Glorious Core software for managing lighting, macros, and sensor settings.

The wireless version is priced at $89.99, positioning it as a mid-range option. At this price point, it faces stiff competition from newer, lighter, and more technologically advanced units. Still, it offers a specific ergonomic “homecoming” for those who developed their muscle memory on the original Model O.

KitGuru says: In an era where every mouse is trying to be a 40g carbon fibre shell, there is something to be said for a reliable, familiar shape that doesn't fix what isn't broken.

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