Glorious Model O Eternal Review: Top Performance at a Sweet Price!

The Glorious Model O Eternal gaming mouse is an entry-level model primarily targeting FPS and MOBA players. It retains the iconic perforated design of the original Model O and simplifies its specifications while significantly reducing weight.

This simplification includes the use of a more modest optical sensor capable of reaching “only” 12,000 DPI, as well as a simpler, non-braided cable. RGB lighting is still included, and the mouse remains exceptionally light, weighing just 55 grams.

These more modest features are designed to drastically reduce the price. Indeed, the Glorious Model O Eternal is offered for under 40 euros, competing with serious contenders like the Logitech G203, while boasting a feature rarely seen at this price point: a true ultralight mouse weighing 55 grams.

Technical Specifications

The True Model O with Some Adjustments

The Model O popularized Glorious’ concept of a honeycomb perforated shell in 2019. It’s only natural to see this distinctive feature on the Eternal version we are testing. Besides being a unique and recognizable element, this design choice significantly reduces the mouse’s weight to just 55 grams without compromising the shell’s rigidity, which impressively shows no flex during use.

The surface is made of standard non-glossy plastic. The texture is pleasant and not too slippery, as the perforations logically help keep the mouse stable in the palm. The symmetrical shape also provides enough versatility to accommodate all grip styles, including claw grip and fingertip.

Compared to a Logitech G Pro X2, the Model O Eternal is thinner and more indented on the sides, which may be surprising during the first few hours of use. However, it proves to be quite comfortable and pleasant, whether in gaming or office use. The perforations, though noticeable under the skin, help limit sweating during intense gaming sessions.

Despite its aggressive pricing, the Model O Eternal includes RGB lighting featuring two light strips on its edges. The left strip elegantly extends the shape of the two side buttons intended for the thumb, offering a firm and responsive click. These buttons are compact, and while they posed no issue during my testing, they might not suit all hand grips.

The two main clicks are also very responsive and enjoyable to use, featuring a slightly curved front and a just-right audible click. The central wheel click is equally convincing and compares well to much more expensive mice. Its scroll steps are well-defined, and its coating makes it easy to activate. It is further enhanced by a dedicated sensitivity switch button, located slightly further back.

The non-removable cable could have benefitted from being braided, although it’s understandable that some costs had to be cut. Nevertheless, it generally stays out of the way due to its lightness, provided it’s properly positioned—ideally on a bungee—as its sheath is a bit stiffer than the paracord cables found on some competitors today.

A Reasonably Packed Spec Sheet

It’s rare to find top optical sensors on such affordable mice. The Model O Eternal is no exception, sticking to a basic 12,000 DPI sensor (likely the PixArt PAW3311), with a speed of 300 IPS and support for accelerations up to 35 g. While these figures might seem modest compared to the most advanced models, in practice, it’s hard to fault it.

Whether it’s an intense session on ARC Raiders, a massive build on Satisfactory, or editing photos for this test, the Model O Eternal showed no signs of strain. Its sensor performed reliably in all scenarios, as did its various buttons, whose responsiveness remained flawless.

Yes, it sticks to a 1,000 Hz polling rate and doesn’t feature the most responsive sensor on the market. No, it won’t be the first choice for professional gamers or those obsessed with raw performance, who will prefer much more expensive and capable models. But for everyone else, the Glorious Model O Eternal will be an excellent choice for all situations.

A Driver That Goes Back to Basics

Glorious hasn’t forgotten about customization and offers a dedicated driver compatible with its entire range of peripherals. Named Glorious Core, it is straightforward to use while offering essential features and settings for a good gaming mouse.

Three separate profiles can be saved in the mouse’s internal memory, although it remains impossible to link them to specific games or applications. Switching between these will need to be done manually from Glorious Core, or by dedicating one of the mouse buttons to this task. These profiles simultaneously regulate lighting effects, sensor sensitivity, and button assignments.

While all essential functions are present, they remain rather basic. For example, sensitivity is the only customizable element at the tracking level. Regarding button assignments, the software is more generous, offering a fairly extensive list of actions while allowing users to record their own macros.

Price and Availability of the Glorious Model O Eternal

The Glorious Model O Eternal is available at a recommended price of 35 euros.