PickGuideVXE Dragonfly X3 Review: 51g Wireless Mouse with PAW3315 at $29.98
The 50-gram class has been dominated by mice that either sacrifice battery life or cost significantly more. The VXE Dragonfly X3 undercuts both constraints at $29.98: 51g on the scale, a removable 300mAh battery rated for 50 hours, and tri-mode connectivity covering 2.4GHz, Bluetooth, and wired — all built on a PAW3315 sensor with 16,000 DPI ceiling. We checked the full spec sheet.
The VXE Dragonfly X3 is a symmetrical gaming mouse weighing 51±3g — built specifically for the ultra-lightweight segment. The sensor is a PAW3315, covering 200–16,000 DPI with a 1000Hz polling rate. Switches are Omron mechanical; the scroll wheel is a TTC Silver. Connectivity spans three modes: wired, 2.4GHz wireless, and Bluetooth — no adapter-only limitation. The 300mAh battery is removable and user-replaceable, rated at 50 hours. Grip compatibility is broad: symmetrical shape at 127mm × 64mm × 40mm, suited to medium and large hands in claw, palm, and fingertip grips. The Forged Texture+ nano coating provides grip texture without a sticky surface. The X3 comes in Black and White; the X3 Pro adds Metallic Silver, Metallic Black, and Metallic Red at a higher price point. ATK backs purchases with their standard warranty policy.
Pros
- 51g weight puts it in the genuine ultra-lightweight tier — not just marketing, it's measurable on the scale
- 300mAh removable battery: 50-hour rated runtime and field-replaceable when capacity degrades, unlike sealed designs
- Tri-mode connectivity (2.4GHz / Bluetooth / Wired) — one mouse covers desk, couch, and travel without adapters
- PAW3315 sensor with Omron switches at $29.98 — both are named components, not generic alternatives
- Broad grip compatibility: symmetrical shape at 127×64×40mm works for claw, palm, and fingertip across medium-to-large hands
Cons
- PAW3315 tops at 16,000 DPI with 1000Hz polling — competitive for the price tier, but the X3 Pro uses a higher-end sensor if that matters
- Symmetrical shape only — ambidextrous but not ergonomic; left-leaning grip styles won't benefit
- ATK.store ships internationally but primarily serves the Vietnamese/Asian market — confirm shipping to your region before ordering
- Removable battery adds slight complexity vs. fixed designs — a small tradeoff for the replacement upside
Who It's For
Good For
- FPS and MOBA players who want sub-55g wireless performance without spending $60–80 on premium alternatives
- Laptop users who need Bluetooth as a fallback — tri-mode means one mouse works without a USB dongle
- Claw and fingertip grip players with medium to large hands who want a light symmetrical mouse at a practical price
Verdict
At $29.98, the VXE Dragonfly X3 delivers 51g weight, a reliable PAW3315 sensor, and 50-hour battery life — a strong budget pick for lightweight wireless gaming mice.