XBAB Tech will open pre-orders for its XA25 gaming mouse on September 22, introducing a wired full-size design that weighs just 25 grams. The enthusiast-developed peripheral targets competitive gamers with an 8 kHz polling rate, a high-end PixArt sensor, and a limited first production run of 500 units.
Key takeaways
- Pre-orders begin September 22 at a starting price of $169.
- The wired XA25 weighs 25g and uses an ultra-flex cable instead of a battery.
- Hardware includes a PAW 3950 sensor, 8 kHz polling, and Kailh Sword GM X switches.
- Only 500 units are planned for the initial production run.
XBAB Tech’s launch is notable because the company claims the XA25 will be the lightest full-size gaming mouse available. The shape is closely modeled after the Logitech G100s and G305, two designs with a long-standing enthusiast following, while the wired connection removes the weight associated with a wireless battery.
Performance-focused hardware
The XA25 pairs a PixArt PAW 3950 sensor with a Nuvoton M483 microcontroller and supports an 8 kHz polling rate. Its primary switches are Kailh Sword GM X units, while a TTC Dustproof Gold encoder handles scrolling and Omron D2LS-21 components serve as the side buttons.
XBAB Tech says it reverse engineered and disabled processing features such as DPI downshift and smoothing. According to the company’s in-house testing, those changes help reduce latency, with firmware overhead claimed to be as low as 3 microseconds. Actual system latency will also depend on the computer, game, display, and other components in the input chain.
Lightweight construction and shape testing
The mouse measures 117 × 63 × 36 mm and will be manufactured and assembled in-house. XBAB Tech plans to use Multi Jet Fusion additive manufacturing for the shell, which will have an uncoated Stone Gray finish described as smooth and soft to the touch.
For enthusiasts who want to evaluate the ergonomics before ordering, the company has made a 3D model available through its website. Users can print the model and test the G100s- and G305-inspired shape with their own grip style.
Pricing and availability
The XA25 starts at $169, positioning it well above mainstream wired gaming mice but alongside premium enthusiast peripherals. The first production run is limited to 500 units, making availability a key consideration for buyers interested in the unusual combination of a full-size shell and 25g weight.
Pre-orders are scheduled to begin September 22. XBAB Tech has not indicated how quickly the initial allocation will sell through, but the limited run and specialized manufacturing approach make the XA25 one of the more distinctive upcoming mouse releases for PC hardware enthusiasts.