Introduction

Founded in 2018, MCHOSE is a gaming peripherals company based in China. With the AX5 Pro Max, MCHOSE joins the ranks of Finalmouse (Starlight), Razer (Viper Mini SE), or Pwnage (StormBreaker), in releasing a mouse whose top shell is made of magnesium alloy. The main benefit of a magnesium shell over traditional ABS plastic is potentially better structural rigidity, while keeping the weight in check at 55 g. In terms of internals, the AX5 Pro Max comes with PixArt's PAW3395 sensor capable of 26,000 CPI, and polling rates of up to 8000 Hz are supported for both wired and wireless (2.4 GHz) operation. MCHOSE cites up to 100 hours of battery life using 2.4 GHz wireless—presumably at 1000 Hz—and up to 130 hours using Bluetooth. Optical switches from TTC see use for the main buttons, and the feet are made of pure PTFE. Configuration is possible within software, which does not require installation. Three variants are available within the AX5 series: the AX5, AX5 Pro, and AX5 Pro Max, the latter of which is offered in black, white, and pink color variants.

Many thanks go to Mechkeys.com, who kindly provided the review sample.

Specifications

Packaging

Aside from the mouse, one finds a USB Type-A to Type-C charging cable, wireless extender, wireless dongle, set of grip tape, and quick start guide in the box.

Weight

My scale shows around 55 g (+/- 1 g), which is almost exactly in line with the weight cited by MCHOSE. For comparison, the smaller Finalmouse Starlight (Small/Achilles) weighs 46 g, while the similarly sized LAMZU Maya weighs 47 g, though both of these come with a smaller battery. An excellent weight.