GLORIOUS Model O Wireless: problems, parts and running costs
Checked: 2026-10-27
Summary
TechPowerUp’s testing found several accuracy and latency quirks on the Model O Wireless: CPI reads consistently high at common steps, motion delay ramps over the first ~100 ms, wireless mode adds ~1-1.5 ms, and the 2 mm lift-off setting appears non-functional. There are no reported consumables or subscriptions, so upkeep is limited to charging and occasional foot replacement. At its documented $79.99 launch price TechPowerUp rated it much better value than $150 rivals; no verified current retail price was found.
Common problems and fixes
- CPI reads high — TechPowerUp measured a consistently positive deviation at 400/800/1600/3200 CPI; correctable in 10-CPI steps (adjusted steps 400/800/1550/3100 used in testing). Prevalence among owners unknown. [2]
- Motion delay ramps up — wired delay runs 0.5-3.5 ms, highest for the first ~100 ms of a motion before reaching its minimum. [2]
- Wireless adds latency — wireless delay ~1-1.5 ms; click latency +2.9-3.4 ms wireless versus +1.9 ms wired. [2]
- 2 mm lift-off setting non-functional — only the 1 mm setting worked; the default 1 mm setting did not track at 1 DVD height. [2]
- Jitter at high CPI — minor jitter at 8,000 CPI and major jitter at 19,000 CPI. [2]
- No dongle storage — there is no compartment in the mouse; the extender doubles as a dongle holder. [2]
- Warranty limits — 2-year limited warranty; damage from opening the mouse is not covered; free 1-year extension if registered within 365 days. [1]
Parts and consumables
No replaceable parts or consumables reported.
Yearly running cost
No filters, pods, or subscriptions are involved. The only recurring cost is electricity to recharge: about 3 hours from empty for roughly 71 hours of use. No kWh rate or measured consumption appears in the sources. Not enough data.
When it is a good buy
At the documented $79.99 launch price (TechPowerUp review, 2021-01-13), TechPowerUp concluded the Model O Wireless was much better value than the $150 Logitech G Pro Wireless and Razer Viper Ultimate and awarded Editor’s Choice and Budget. [2] No verified current US retail price was found in this run, and the original Model O Wireless is superseded by the Model O 2 and Model O 3. [2] Named alternatives: Logitech G Pro Wireless and Razer Viper Ultimate (around $150) for buyers who want a mature wireless ecosystem; the wired Model O for buyers who do not need wireless. [2]