Verdict
The Asus ROG Harpe Ace Mini makes for a fantastic wireless gaming mouse for those with smaller hands, thanks to some seriously responsive inputs, excellent battery life and a comfortable, contoured frame. Its software isn’t as responsive and feature-rich as key rivals, though.
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Comfortable frame for those with smaller hands -
Potent performance -
Excellent endurance
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Software feels a tad clunky -
Smaller frame may not be for those with larger hands
Key Features
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49g frame
The Harpe Ace Mini has an ultralight chassis, as well as a smaller frame that makes it suitable for those with smaller hands. -
42,000 DPI sensor
It also comes with the same powerful sensor that’s found in the more expensive Extreme model. -
2.4GHz & Bluetooth connectivity
The Harpe Ace Mini can also connect via two wireless methods for versatile connectivity.
Introduction
The Asus ROG Harpe Ace Mini brings the powers of ultralight gaming mice in a package designed for those with dinkier palms.
As with the likes of the Razer Cobra Pro, Asus’ latest contender packs quite a punch in a smaller chassis, with the same 42,000 DPI sensor as the carbon fibre Harpe Ace Extreme alongside dual wireless connectivity and comfortable shape in a sub-50g chassis.
All of this power is going to run you £129.99/$129.99, making it slightly cheaper than the Logitech G Pro X Superlight 2 Dex and Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro.
On the face of it, then, the Harpe Ace Mini looks to have all the makings of one of the best gaming mice we’ve tested. I’ve been testing it for the last few weeks to find out.
Design
- Smaller, but comfortable frame
- Solid build quality
- Mostly sensible button placement
As its name suggests, the Harpe Ace Mini comes with a smaller chassis that makes it more suitable for those with smaller to medium-sized hands – an area of the market that feels suitably under-delivered to.
It therefore feels a little narrower in hand than the standard and Extreme Harpe Ace models, but remains comfortable with a contoured plastic frame, complete with ribbing on either side for comfort. In addition, the sub-50g weight makes it one of the lightest mice I’ve used, helping it feel suitably nippy in games with my usual palm grip.
Despite that low weight, the plastics used here are nice and sturdy, and the Harpe Ace Mini certainly doesn’t feel cheap. It’s available in black or white, with my sample shipping in the latter, and looking rather fetching.
You get a total of seven buttons in mostly sensible positions, with two main buttons, a rubberised scroll wheel, and two grey side buttons that offset the white chassis nicely. The other two buttons – for DPI and pairing – are kept out of the way on the underside, along with storage for the receiver, and a selector switch for connectivity method.
The front of the Harpe Ace Mini is home to a USB-C port on the front for charging and wired operation, as opposed to the ailing Micro USB port that’s still found on some mice. Its packaging is free of plastic and is comprised mostly of cardboard, with the mouse itself coming in a small pouch, which is pleasant.
Performance
- Snappy, responsive feel
- Fast sensor and inputs
- Excellent battery life
Combined with its 49g weight, the fact that the Harpe Ace Mini is jam-packed with Asus’ latest tech, including its AimPoint Pro sensor with up to 42,000 DPI of sensitivity and its optical switches, easily makes it one of the most potent mice I’ve tested.
In use, it’s fast, with responsive and tactile clicks and ample sensitivity for easy wrist flicks when you need to turn around quickly to deal with an enemy. In my usual testing grounds of Counter Strike 2, the Harpe Ace Mini proved itself as one of the best mice I’ve used in a while.
The 1000Hz polling rate is fine for most people, although we are seeing higher polling rate choices enter the fray up and down the price ladder, such as the G Pro X Superlight 2 Dex and the Lemokey G1.
You can add this functionality to the Harpe Ace Mini, although it comes at an additional cost with its Polling Rate Booster accessory.
The move to optical switches is similar to other high-end choices in their attempt for outright speed – it removes the traditional mechanisms associated with more standard mechanical mouse switches in favour of ones that operate via the speed of light.
In practice, it can lead to even faster clicks when you need to be the one that gets a shot away first.
Wireless connectivity is handled either by the bundled 2.4GHz receiver or over Bluetooth for convenient and versatile operation. I had no troubles using the Harpe Ace Mini with either my main Windows gaming PC over the receiver, and with my MacBook Pro over Bluetooth – pairing was nice and simple.
As this mouse isn’t a high-polling rate monster, it does have the benefit of improving the Harpe Ace Mini’s endurance to no end. Asus rates it to last up to 139 hours with no RGB, and if it’s connected via Bluetooth. Use the receiver, and this’ll go down to 105 hours. Even with RGB on, its 79 hours of runtime is still fantastic against key rivals.
Software and Lighting
- Bright, single RGB zone
- Software has good customisation, but it looks clunky
In a move that’s perhaps a little off-the-wall for a super light gaming mouse, the Harpe Ace Mini has a smattering of RGB present. It’s one zone – the scroll wheel – but is nonetheless bright and offsets its white colourway nicely in the case of my sample.
Software duties are handled by ROG Armoury Crate, which has always felt a little clunky against offerings from the likes of Razer and SteelSeries. In spite of its layout and look, there is a decent array of features present, such as four-stage adjustable DPI, RGB lighting configuration, angle snapping, and even configuring the mouse to work on different surfaces.
Should you buy it?
You want a responsive rodent for smaller hands
The ROG Harpe Ace Mini impresses with its fast and responsive feel thanks to a high-sensitivity sensor and optical switches that’s packed into an ideal chassis for those with smaller hands.
You want stronger software
The weak point of this mouse is its ROG Armoury Crate software that feels a little clunky in look and feel – against key rivals, it isn’t as well-executed.
Final Thoughts
The Asus ROG Harpe Ace Mini makes for a fantastic wireless gaming mouse for those with smaller hands, thanks to some seriously responsive inputs, excellent battery life and a comfortable, contoured frame. Its software isn’t as responsive and feature-rich as key rivals, though.
The Logitech G Pro X Superlight 2 Dex, for instance, offers similar power and the benefit of a higher polling rate, plus stronger software support for a similar price, while the Razer Cobra Pro offers more options for RGB lighting and slightly better battery life. Nonetheless, the ROG Harpe Ace Mini impresses for folks with smaller hands and is a compelling choice. For more options, check out our list of the best gaming mice we’ve tested.
How we test
We use every mouse we test for at least a week. During that time, we’ll check it for ease of use and put it through its paces by playing a variety of different genres, including FPS, strategy and MOBAs.
We also check each mouse’s software to see how easy it is to customise and set up.
- Used as a main mouse for over a week
- Tested performance on a variety of games
FAQs
The Asus ROG Harpe Ace Mini weighs just 49g, making it one of the lighter mice of its kind.
Full Specs
| Asus ROG Harpe Ace Mini | |
|---|---|
| UK RRP | £129.99 |
| USA RRP | $126.99 |
| Manufacturer | Asus |
| Size (Dimensions) | 116.7 x 63.3 x 36.6 MM |
| Weight | 46 G |
| Release Date | 2025 |
| First Reviewed Date | 16/04/2025 |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, 2.4GHz |
| Battery Length | 139 hrs |
| DPI range | 100 42000 |
| Number of Buttons | 12 |
Verdict
The Asus ROG Harpe Ace Mini makes for a fantastic wireless gaming mouse for those with smaller hands, thanks to some seriously responsive inputs, excellent battery life and a comfortable, contoured frame. Its software isn’t as responsive and feature-rich as key rivals, though.
-
Comfortable frame for those with smaller hands -
Potent performance -
Excellent endurance
-
Software feels a tad clunky -
Smaller frame may not be for those with larger hands
Key Features
-
49g frame
The Harpe Ace Mini has an ultralight chassis, as well as a smaller frame that makes it suitable for those with smaller hands. -
42,000 DPI sensor
It also comes with the same powerful sensor that’s found in the more expensive Extreme model. -
2.4GHz & Bluetooth connectivity
The Harpe Ace Mini can also connect via two wireless methods for versatile connectivity.
Introduction
The Asus ROG Harpe Ace Mini brings the powers of ultralight gaming mice in a package designed for those with dinkier palms.
As with the likes of the Razer Cobra Pro, Asus’ latest contender packs quite a punch in a smaller chassis, with the same 42,000 DPI sensor as the carbon fibre Harpe Ace Extreme alongside dual wireless connectivity and comfortable shape in a sub-50g chassis.
All of this power is going to run you £129.99/$129.99, making it slightly cheaper than the Logitech G Pro X Superlight 2 Dex and Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro.
On the face of it, then, the Harpe Ace Mini looks to have all the makings of one of the best gaming mice we’ve tested. I’ve been testing it for the last few weeks to find out.
Design
- Smaller, but comfortable frame
- Solid build quality
- Mostly sensible button placement
As its name suggests, the Harpe Ace Mini comes with a smaller chassis that makes it more suitable for those with smaller to medium-sized hands – an area of the market that feels suitably under-delivered to.
It therefore feels a little narrower in hand than the standard and Extreme Harpe Ace models, but remains comfortable with a contoured plastic frame, complete with ribbing on either side for comfort. In addition, the sub-50g weight makes it one of the lightest mice I’ve used, helping it feel suitably nippy in games with my usual palm grip.
Despite that low weight, the plastics used here are nice and sturdy, and the Harpe Ace Mini certainly doesn’t feel cheap. It’s available in black or white, with my sample shipping in the latter, and looking rather fetching.
You get a total of seven buttons in mostly sensible positions, with two main buttons, a rubberised scroll wheel, and two grey side buttons that offset the white chassis nicely. The other two buttons – for DPI and pairing – are kept out of the way on the underside, along with storage for the receiver, and a selector switch for connectivity method.
The front of the Harpe Ace Mini is home to a USB-C port on the front for charging and wired operation, as opposed to the ailing Micro USB port that’s still found on some mice. Its packaging is free of plastic and is comprised mostly of cardboard, with the mouse itself coming in a small pouch, which is pleasant.
Performance
- Snappy, responsive feel
- Fast sensor and inputs
- Excellent battery life
Combined with its 49g weight, the fact that the Harpe Ace Mini is jam-packed with Asus’ latest tech, including its AimPoint Pro sensor with up to 42,000 DPI of sensitivity and its optical switches, easily makes it one of the most potent mice I’ve tested.
In use, it’s fast, with responsive and tactile clicks and ample sensitivity for easy wrist flicks when you need to turn around quickly to deal with an enemy. In my usual testing grounds of Counter Strike 2, the Harpe Ace Mini proved itself as one of the best mice I’ve used in a while.
The 1000Hz polling rate is fine for most people, although we are seeing higher polling rate choices enter the fray up and down the price ladder, such as the G Pro X Superlight 2 Dex and the Lemokey G1.
You can add this functionality to the Harpe Ace Mini, although it comes at an additional cost with its Polling Rate Booster accessory.
The move to optical switches is similar to other high-end choices in their attempt for outright speed – it removes the traditional mechanisms associated with more standard mechanical mouse switches in favour of ones that operate via the speed of light.
In practice, it can lead to even faster clicks when you need to be the one that gets a shot away first.
Wireless connectivity is handled either by the bundled 2.4GHz receiver or over Bluetooth for convenient and versatile operation. I had no troubles using the Harpe Ace Mini with either my main Windows gaming PC over the receiver, and with my MacBook Pro over Bluetooth – pairing was nice and simple.
As this mouse isn’t a high-polling rate monster, it does have the benefit of improving the Harpe Ace Mini’s endurance to no end. Asus rates it to last up to 139 hours with no RGB, and if it’s connected via Bluetooth. Use the receiver, and this’ll go down to 105 hours. Even with RGB on, its 79 hours of runtime is still fantastic against key rivals.
Software and Lighting
- Bright, single RGB zone
- Software has good customisation, but it looks clunky
In a move that’s perhaps a little off-the-wall for a super light gaming mouse, the Harpe Ace Mini has a smattering of RGB present. It’s one zone – the scroll wheel – but is nonetheless bright and offsets its white colourway nicely in the case of my sample.
Software duties are handled by ROG Armoury Crate, which has always felt a little clunky against offerings from the likes of Razer and SteelSeries. In spite of its layout and look, there is a decent array of features present, such as four-stage adjustable DPI, RGB lighting configuration, angle snapping, and even configuring the mouse to work on different surfaces.
Should you buy it?
You want a responsive rodent for smaller hands
The ROG Harpe Ace Mini impresses with its fast and responsive feel thanks to a high-sensitivity sensor and optical switches that’s packed into an ideal chassis for those with smaller hands.
You want stronger software
The weak point of this mouse is its ROG Armoury Crate software that feels a little clunky in look and feel – against key rivals, it isn’t as well-executed.
Final Thoughts
The Asus ROG Harpe Ace Mini makes for a fantastic wireless gaming mouse for those with smaller hands, thanks to some seriously responsive inputs, excellent battery life and a comfortable, contoured frame. Its software isn’t as responsive and feature-rich as key rivals, though.
The Logitech G Pro X Superlight 2 Dex, for instance, offers similar power and the benefit of a higher polling rate, plus stronger software support for a similar price, while the Razer Cobra Pro offers more options for RGB lighting and slightly better battery life. Nonetheless, the ROG Harpe Ace Mini impresses for folks with smaller hands and is a compelling choice. For more options, check out our list of the best gaming mice we’ve tested.
How we test
We use every mouse we test for at least a week. During that time, we’ll check it for ease of use and put it through its paces by playing a variety of different genres, including FPS, strategy and MOBAs.
We also check each mouse’s software to see how easy it is to customise and set up.
- Used as a main mouse for over a week
- Tested performance on a variety of games
FAQs
The Asus ROG Harpe Ace Mini weighs just 49g, making it one of the lighter mice of its kind.
Full Specs
| Asus ROG Harpe Ace Mini | |
|---|---|
| UK RRP | £129.99 |
| USA RRP | $126.99 |
| Manufacturer | Asus |
| Size (Dimensions) | 116.7 x 63.3 x 36.6 MM |
| Weight | 46 G |
| Release Date | 2025 |
| First Reviewed Date | 16/04/2025 |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, 2.4GHz |
| Battery Length | 139 hrs |
| DPI range | 100 42000 |
| Number of Buttons | 12 |
