At first, we would like to thank AQIRYS for offering us a sample of their T.G.A. ALPHA Gaming Mouse for testing and reviewing.

 

 

 

About AQIRYS:

 

“AQIRYS is about IT products and hardware dedicated to gaming.

Our solutions are developed and perfected by a passionate team with over 15 years of expertise in the IT & gaming industry, heavily focused on variety, quality, and affordability.

We all are avid gamers, some of us even reaching pro levels. Top that with the excitement for PC modding and overclocking that was well established through our parent company about 13 years ago (the first company in our country to receive the NVIDIA SLI certification).

The whole experience we amassed from gaming and crafting super high-end PC’s is now put to work in developing the AQIRYS products.

Our final goal is to deliver these products in a cool, dynamic way to people who are keen or enthusiastic about PC gaming and modding, making them feel more satisfied than before.

Welcome to AQIRYS! The galaxy of gaming tools that will lead you to victory!

Fun fact

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#SOLID PRECISION

At its core, T.G.A. ALPHA embeds a state-of-the-art optical sensor engineered by the world's leading manufacturer, sporting 19000 dpi of next-gen optical precision and delivering the resolution, speed, and accuracy required for Pro-level gaming performance!

Latest gaming-grade 2.4 GHz wireless technology lets you unleash your skills with no delay at 1000 Hz polling rate, 1ms response time, thanks to stable and reliable data transmission in all gaming environments.

#SMOOTH EXPERIENCE

Built entirely from premium quality elements, like water-splash-proof PCB to protect from mishaps or 80M clicks rated KAILH mechanical switches for long-lasting button performance, T.G.A. ALPHA is ready to withstand a lifetime of using and abusing. Complementary, the modular chassis made of precision injection molding parts preserves the mouse appearance after heavy use. The detachable palm rest allows quick and easy cleaning, so keeping the mouse in top shape is a no-brainer.

Top that with the included extension adapter so you can seamlessly switch between wireless and wired (charging) for non-stop gaming action.

#FAST ERGONOMICS

Ultra-lightweight is smooth; smooth is fast! The unbelievable low weight of T.G.A. ALPHA - only 65 grams, coupled with an all-grip symmetric right-handed design reduces wrist-load, allowing hyper-fast and precise mouse movements. The sweat-proof coated chassis and the perforated modules that shave off some weight deliver superb comfort for intense gaming sessions avoiding sweat buildup and enhancing evaporation. All is doubled down by our ultra-soft detachable USB paracord and the large PTFE skates, both enabling unrestricted glides even on extra-large mousepads when in wired mode.

#ELEMENTAL CUSTOMIZATION

Make it yours! - this is not an overstatement given the remarkable customization possibilities of T.G.A. ALPHA that come as a standard. From the inside to the outside, you are free to adjust the mouse’s click softness, look and comfort to your preferences.

A 16-piece set of spacers with different thicknesses let you fine-tune the L/R click feedback from a crispier, more tactile to a lighter, softer one.

Multiple swappable covers for main buttons and palm rest are included to fuel your imagination to overhaul T.G.A. ALPHA’s appearance. Furthermore, this time the palm rests come with two height profiles to choose from, so the mouse can better adapt to your gaming style (low-profile for claw/finger, high-profile for palm). Comfort-wise, when the stakes get high, the add-on grips for main buttons and sides can enforce a more secure mouse hold.

A full-RGB dynamic illumination system sparks life into T.G.A. ALPHA’s looks, and the AQIRYS intuitive mouse software allows in-depth customization. Lastly, onboard memory is there to assist with rapid and easy storage of personal settings, so you can game freely, wherever you may roam.

 

Sensor: Optical, PixArt 3370

Sensitivity: 19000 DPI

Polling rate: 1000 MHz

Max. tracking speed: 400 IPS

Acceleration: 50G

Hardware acceleration: No

Shape: Symmetric, Right-handed

Number of Buttons: 6

Programmable Buttons: Yes

Switch Type: Kailh, rated for 80M clicks

On-board memory: Yes

Illumination: RGB

Connectivity: Dual-mode - Wireless 2.4GHz, Wired

Interface: USB 2.0

Battery: 300mA / max charging time: 1.5h

Battery Life: Up to 44h *(1000 Hz & LED off); ~ 36h *(1000 Hz & LED on)

Operating distance: 10m

Cable type: Ultra-light, braided

Cable Length: 1.8 m

Software: Yes (Windows 7 and up)

Platform: PC & Mac

Size: 125 x 63 x 39.8 mm

Weight: 65 g (Without cable)

Color: White

EAN: 5949161381274

 

T.G.A. family of mice from AQIRYS has received a new member in the form of ALPHA, taking customization to the next level, but also sporting an even lighter chassis. It comes in wireless form, as the previous model we have reviewed, with an optical PixArt 3370 sensor but with a much smaller battery in size which now comes with a 300mA capacity. This move does not impact autonomy much, the rated life being up to 44h with a polling rate of 1000Hz and LEDs turned off.

 

The box size and design is similar to the one we have seen with the other T.G.A. iterations, showing a photo of the main product on the front, together with some of its main highlights, listed as small icons, but also the tracking capabilities of the sensor (19000 DPI):

 

 

 

On the side, we will note some product features in multiple languages, but also one of the unique features, which means it has included both low-profile palm-rests and high-profile palm-rests, with a 2mm height difference between:

 

 

 

There is an impressive assortment of palm rests (back covers) available inside!

 

 

 

On the bottom, we will note the list of components inside the box, the product serial number, its code name but also some links to Internet resources via QR codes:

 

 

 

The inner box does come with some sayings, the same we have seen on the other models as well:

 

“Opponent Skill Level … Whatever!”

“The Great Annihilator is now in effect.”

“No GL is needed past this point. Just HF!”

 

 

 

After lifting the top cover, we will note an introduction to the ALPHA mouse, but also the link to the AQIRYS main page:

 

 

 

The first set of hardware bundle does include two sets of rubberized grips (white and black), a set of stickers, the user manual, but also two USB cables (black and white):

 

 

 

The leaflet presented before does have instructions on how to remove the protective film from the PTFE feet before the first use but also how to perform the mouse install:

 

 

 

The selection of supplied case stickers is quite interesting:

 

 

 

The optional grips can be easily installed thanks to the 3M adhesive underneath; these are for the side panels, but also for the left/right buttons:

 

 

 

Here is a close-up of the pattern these grips do have:

 

 

 

AQIRYS has included not one but two fully braided paracord-type USB cables, to fit best with the chosen color scheme; while the interface which connects to the computer is USB-A, the other end is USB-C:

 

 

 

The user guide does offer all information needed for working with the supplied bundle:

 

 

 

 

 

The rest of the hardware bundle is included inside a separate cardboard enclosure:

 

 

 

AQIRYS really went overboard in case of the ALPHA in terms of interchangeable chassis parts:

 

 

 

We do get 3 extra left/right button replacements, and no less than 15 extra back cover replacements:

 

 

 

ALPHA aims to accommodate both claw and palm grips and for that we do have back covers of different heights; the pattern of the holed designs is different for an easier identification:

 

 

 

 

The bundle continues with a replaceable set of PTFE feet, a small adapter, but also a 16-piece set of spacers to modify the behavior of the left/right click buttons:

 

 

 

The adapter does help with easy switching between wired and wireless operation, but also facilitates moving the dongle farther away from the computer, to avoid interference:

 

 

 

On one of the sides, the adapter comes with an USB-C port:

 

 

 

The other has an USB-A port:

 

 

 

Here is a close look at the extra spacers as well:

 

 

 

The T.G.A. ALPHA comes with a familiar shape and six programmable buttons; its dimensions are 125 x 63 x 39.8 mm and should fit most hand sizes. AQIRYS made the effort of bringing the chassis weight down to 65g, without having a honeycomb shell on the side panels or underneath, so the overall assembly is very solid, and we did not notice any flexing at all:

 

 

 

The left/right buttons are Kailh GM 8.0 (80 million actuations rating), while the DPI selector button in the middle does use a Huano White Dot switch:

 

 

 

On the side, we will note two programmable buttons, which also use mechanical switches, the Huano Green Dot; these are optimally placed and feature enough resting space for the thumb as well:

 

 

 

In the back, we will note the lip with RGB effects, but is also the area where we can place our nail for removing the back cover:

 

 

 

The right side is similar, minus the programmable buttons:

 

 

 

In the front, we will notice the USB-C port right away:

 

 

 

The bottom area comes with two large pure PTFE feet, while the central zone includes the PixArt 3370 sensor, with a maximum DPI of 19000, includes low-power operating modes, a maximum tracking speed of 400 IPS and an acceleration of 400 IPS:

 

 

 

Near the power rating list, we will also note a switch which allows turning the mouse off, or we can enable/disable the RGB ligting:

 

 

 

After removing the back cover, we will note that the battery is not immediately visible as with the regular T.G.A., but the placing of the wireless dongle has remained the same. The AQIRYS logo is placed in the vicinity and to its sides we will observe the two mounting magnets:

 

 

 

The dongle is now offered in a white color, while the plastic chassis has smooth edges:

 

 

 

 

 

The mounting mechanism for the left/right button covers has been changed, and now comes with two lateral clips instead of a single, central one; these need a bit of a break-in period, and till this happens, removal will be a bit difficult:

 

 

 

Here is how the chassis does look with the button cover removed:

 

 

 

The scroll wheel design has been modified and is based on Huano Green Dot as the two programmable buttons on the side:

 

 

 

Flipping covers can be done with ease and we can obtain high levels of customization given the spare parts:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The RGB segments are available only in the back, with the AQIRYS having two selectable modes (DPI indicator):

 

 

 

The RGB light from the chassis will also bleed on the sides, achieving a nice effect:

 

 

 

The GUI for the T.G.A. ALPHA is identical to the one we have seen with the regular T.G.A.. We will receive an easy-to-understand interface, with most menus present on the left side; a battery indicator does show the current charge status in the top right corner as well. The first configuration tab does allow for reconfiguring the programmable buttons:

 

 

 

Here are the functions we can associate the buttons with:

 

 

 

DPI

Multimedia

DPI Lock

 

We can switch between multiple profiles as well:

 

 

 

The second tab takes care of the performance aspect of the mouse and for each DPI stage we will be able to select a different color (shown by the AQIRYS logo in the back); we can also configure the DPI light effects of the logo, the USB Polling Rate, the LOD but also some Windows-specific parameters:

 

 

 

We can choose up to 6 DPI stages for configuration:

 

 

 

For the logo we can go with either Steady or Breathing effects:

 

 

 

Macros can be defined as well via the dedicated menu; we will be able to record delays as well, together with number of cycles and events:

 

 

 

Finally, we do have the Lighting area, from where we can configure the effects of the back lip:

 

 

Here is the list of effects we can apply:

 

 

Steady

Breathing

Streaming

Neon

Single Color Flow

Color Breathing

Off

 

 

The AQIRYS T.G.A. ALPHA improves on the former T.G.A. by providing customization to the max and offering an even lighter chassis. After customizing the mouse on our liking, we ran some Guild Wars 2 sessions, where the lightweight design did really help while doing vistas and Hero points, while the tracking was impeccable. The mouse did also perform great in Escape Academy, but also while playing Guardians of the Galaxy.

 

Again, while the software is not offered in a unified manner, it is easy to work with for performing fine-tuning of the sensor, for customizing the button functions or for adjusting the LED lighting (which also possesses power management settings).

 

The T.G.A. ALPHA chassis was designed in order to accommodate all grip types thanks to the replaceable back covers, while the left/right button behavior can be altered as well thanks to the provided spacers. The scroll wheel was refined as well, while the backlight is not intrusive.

 

The T.G.A. ALPHA mouse can be purchased online for about 89.99 Euros via AQIRYS’s Online Shop.

AQIRYS T.G.A. ALPHA Gaming Mouse is Recommended for:

 

 

We would like to thank again to AQIRYS for making this review possible!