Can the Rapoo MT760M replace my MX Master 3?

The MX Master 3 has always been the best office mouse for me. Unfortunately, despite cleaning it weekly, the rubberised surface is now yellow and sticky after years of use. It looks grubby and I feel disgusting. That’s why it’s time I look for a replacement. I don’t want to change to the MX Master 3S because it has silent switches.

I’m interested in the Rapoo MT760M because it has a similar shape to the MX Master 3.

First impressions

Visually, I like the sharp edges and clear lines of the mouse. Although it looks similar to the MX Master, it still has its own design elements. It’s only when you take a first glance that it looks like a clone.

The surface magically attracts fingerprints. As soon as you touch it, the marks are visible. At least they’re relatively easy to remove. I’ll have to wait and see how this turns out in the long term and whether the Rapoo mouse has the same dirt problem as the Logitech mouse.

The thumb rest is slightly higher and smaller than on the MX Master 3. But it’s still comfortable for my thumb since there’s enough space. When I first hold the MT760, it feels good in my hand. It could just be a bit bigger, in my opinion. I should’ve chosen the larger size MT760L.

In contrast to the Cherry MW 8C Ergo I tested, the Rapoo mouse glides excellently. Despite its relatively high weight of 89 grammes, I can hardly feel any friction. This is due to the five mouse skates, which are rounded at the edges.

However, disillusionment sets in at the first click. Similar to the MX Master 3S, Rapoo has gone for silent switches. They feel even more muted when pressed than competitor Logitech’s. The key stroke is also significantly longer, which I’m not a fan of. This is a major downside for me, especially as the side keys are also silent.

The overall manufacturing quality is okay, but it doesn’t come close to that of the MX Master 3. The groove at the back of the mouse, where the two casing parts meet, bothers me the most.

Ergonomics in the long term

The mouse is comfortable to operate even over longer periods of time. Although it’s slightly too small for my hand, the buttons are easy to reach.

As with the MX Master 3, the two scroll wheels are made of metal. The upper wheel feels good and the rolling engages well. When I press it, I notice it’s also muted. It’s also a shame that it doesn’t have a free scrolling mode like the Logitech mouse. The side scroll wheel is significantly worse. It’s not smooth and always seems to stick. It’s usable but it’s nothing like a good scroll wheel.

Lasts a long time

The built-in 800 mAh battery promises a runtime of up to 30 days. I didn’t charge the mouse when I received it and was able to work with the mouse via Bluetooth for a week. During that time the battery life reduced by almost ten per cent. A Bluetooth connection should therefore offer significantly more than a wireless transmission, which is probably what the specification refers to. If the battery’s empty, I can continue working while it charges via the USB C cable.

The mouse connects via Bluetooth version 5.0 or via 2.4 GHz transmission. I can store the wireless dongle on the underside of the mouse when not in use. The connection is quick and reliable. As is usual for an office mouse, the MT760M can be connected to multiple devices. Three of these were via Bluetooth and one via wireless transmission.

The sensor on the MT760M provides up to 4000 Counts per inch (CPI) or Dots per Inch (DPI). This means that the cursor moves 4000 pixels with a mouse movement of one inch. I adjust the CPI in seven stages using the button above the scroll wheel. I can also customise them via the software in the «RapooOfficeDev» app.

The sensor is more than adequate for office work. But I wouldn’t like to use the mouse for gaming. In my tests, the sensor’s CPI precision is between eight and twelve per cent off the specified values. I can hit the close button on my browser, but not my opponent’s head in shooter games.