Zalman
Zalman ZM-GM5 gaming mouse 4000 DPI 1000 Hz 9 buttons
Wired optical gaming mouse with a 4000 DPI Pixart A3050 sensor, 1000 Hz polling, nine programmable buttons and 16.8 million colour RGB lighting
- TypeWired
- Tracking MethodOptical
- Resolution (DPI)4000 dpi
- Hand OrientationBoth Hands
- Buttons9
- ColorBlack
- Precise tracking at speed with 60 IPS and 20G acceleration
- 8 million colour RGB on scroll wheel and logo
- Ergonomic shape fits both hands for comfortable extended play
- Adjustable polling rate from 125 Hz to 1000 Hz
- Nine programmable buttons give quick access to commands
What this mouse does
The Zalman ZM-GM5 is a wired optical gaming mouse built around the Pixart A3050 sensor. It delivers up to 4000 DPI and a selectable polling rate of 125, 250, 500 or 1000 Hz. Nine programmable buttons and 20G acceleration suit fast-paced play on any PC with a USB port.
RGB lighting and ergonomics
RGB illumination covers the scroll wheel and logo with 16.8 million colour options. The ambidextrous shell measures 126 by 67 by 39 mm and weighs 156 g including the 1.8 m cable, shaped for a comfortable grip during long sessions.
The sensor that defines performance
The Pixart A3050 optical sensor provides 60 IPS tracking speed and 20G acceleration at 4000 DPI. Buyers who need higher resolution or wireless freedom should look elsewhere.
Highlights
- Precise tracking at speed with 60 IPS and 20G acceleration
- 8 million colour RGB on scroll wheel and logo
- Ergonomic shape fits both hands for comfortable extended play
- Adjustable polling rate from 125 Hz to 1000 Hz
- Nine programmable buttons give quick access to commands
Specifications
| Brand | Zalman |
|---|---|
| Model | GM5 |
| Type | Wired |
| Tracking Method | Optical |
| Resolution (DPI) | 4000 dpi |
| Hand Orientation | Both Hands |
| Buttons | 9 |
| Color | Black |
Questions about this item
How long before the Pixart A3050 sensor or the 9 programmable buttons need replacement?
Optical sensors and mechanical switches are rated for millions of clicks; typical gaming use lasts several years before any degradation appears.
What limits continuous high-speed movement at 4000 DPI and 1000 Hz polling?
The sensor caps at 60 IPS tracking speed and 20G acceleration; exceeding either causes loss of precision.
Does the 1.8 m cable or RGB lighting add noticeable heat or power draw during all-day sessions?
USB power stays within the standard 5 V 500 mA limit; the mouse runs cool and the cable adds no measurable heat.
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