Introduction
While the race to the bottom in terms of weight has dominated the gaming mouse market, some have resorted to material changes to push it further with premium materials. We recently looked at the Corsair Sabre v2 Pro Wireless ULTRALIGHT, coming in at an incredible 36 grams. But Corsair didn’t stop there. Wanting to experiment with exotic chassis designs, they have expanded the lineup to give us two other Sabre v2 Pro siblings: the Carbon Fiber (CF) and the Magnesium Alloy (MG).
Today, we’re looking at the Corsair Sabre v2 Pro Wireless MG (for Magnesium Alloy). To drop weight even less than traditional plastic but retain a larger battery, Corsair adopts a skeleton-style perforated shell to achieve a 56g target. The MG version sits comfortably in the middle of the pack: heavier than the Ultralight but sharing the exact same flagship Marksman S sensor and clickers. The major advantage? Moving away from the Ultralight grants you the addition of Bluetooth and nearly double the battery life.
With a premium metallic build and top-tier internals, does the Sabre v2 Pro MG strike the perfect balance between durability and competitive performance? Let’s find out.
Where to Buy - Corsair Sabre v2 Pro Wireless MG (Magnesium)
Features & Specifications
- Premium Magnesium Alloy perforated shell weighing 56g
- Tri-mode connectivity: 2.4GHz Wireless, Bluetooth, and Wired
- 8,000Hz hyper-polling for ultra-responsive input
- CORSAIR MARKSMAN S sensor with 33K DPI
- Up to 120 hours of wireless battery life (170 hours on Bluetooth)
- Customizable with browser-based CORSAIR Web Hub
Here is how the Magnesium Alloy version stacks up against the rest of the new Sabre v2 Pro trio:
| Feature | Sabre v2 Pro Wireless MG | Sabre v2 Pro Carbon Fiber | Sabre v2 Pro Ultralight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 56 grams | 55 grams | 36 grams |
| Material | Magnesium Alloy (Perforated) | Carbon Fiber (Solid) | Matte Plastic (Solid) |
| Battery Life (2.4GHz) | Up to 120 hours | Up to 120 hours | Up to 70 hours |
| Connectivity | Wireless, Bluetooth, Wired | Wireless, Bluetooth, Wired | Wireless, Wired |
| Sensor | MARKSMAN S (33K DPI) | MARKSMAN S (33K DPI) | MARKSMAN S (33K DPI) |
| Polling Rate | Up to 8,000Hz | Up to 8,000Hz | Up to 8,000Hz |
Closer Look
Corsair ships the Sabre v2 Pro MG in their signature black and yellow packaging. Inside the box, you’ll find the mouse itself, the 2.4Ghz Slipstream dongle, a thick braided USB-C cable, optional grip tape, alternative skates, and documentation.
The one on the brown sheet are the grip tapes for improving traction on main contact points, while the clear ones are replacement skates or feet. Out of the box, Corsair uses a narrow strip for further weight reduction and less contact for faster swipes, good for those who like speed, but for increased glide and control, the larger feet are recommended. That center ring is just a replacement for the one already included.
One of the pain points of Corsair’s latest generation of Sabre mice is their choice of going with this thicker braided cable. They never say it out loud but you’re not supposed to use the Sabre v2 Pro wired, its for charging only. Its a very firm cable and I called it out on the Ultralight but with Magnesium still has it which makes it clear this is a design choice.
Corsair intends users of the Sabre v2 Pros to connect the dongle to the cable rather than tethering the mouse to it.
To make that less of a hassle, Corsair smartly places a clip on the Slipstream dongle and it is perfectly sized to attach to your cloth mouse pad or mat. You can clip it on a glass pad, but I would advise against it.
Now shifting our attention to the mouse, we have the Corsair Sabre v2 Pro Wireless MG gaming mouse in all its glory. The signature top shell appears to be a large hex shape adorned with smaller cutouts. Three giant posts meet at the center, providing structural support to the top shell. The mouse buttons have smaller holes for weight reduction.
The base of the Sabre v2 Pro seems to be made of standard plastic rather than Magnesium alloy. The bottom gives us access to the mouse controls, which is connectivity option (2.4Ghz / Off (Wired) / Bluetooth) and a DPI cycle button.
Depending on what magnesium alloy device you have in your life, the Sabre v2 Pro Wireless MG will either feel different or familiar. Magnesium alloy, by default, is a lighter material than aluminum, and in this instance, close enough or less than injection-molded plastic, thanks to the rigidity of magnesium alloy.
The first thing you notice when picking up the Sabre v2 Pro Wireless MG is that you really don’t notice the ridges of the holes of the top shell. Typically, these types of mice with a skeleton from or even honeycomb ones tend to dig on to the skin but those rounded edges really rests on your skin well. Its mostly on the the palm and contact there is primarily controlled, most of your contact points are mainly on the mouse buttons and thumb rest so those remain traditional.
Ultimately, the Corsair Sabre v2 Pro Wireless MG feels… normal. If you’re spending this much on a gaming mouse, chances are you tried some at a store or are already using one and FPS mice of the last decade tend to swing on the lighter side.
For anyone who’s still using a conventional or older gaming mouse, the weight drop is noticeable, but the cool touch of the magnesium alloy gives it a distinctly premium feel with a low key “built-to-last” aura.
Just like the Ultralight, extras had to go to keep the weight strictly competitive. There is no flashy RGB lighting aside from a small indicator LED hidden inside the vents to denote DPI steps. The layout is strictly business: Left Click, Right Click, Scroll Wheel, and two side buttons.
There is no competing with the ULTRALIGHT in terms of weight. The damn things weigh as much as a sugar packet. Still, 20 grams is only a 3 or 4 packets of additional weight, its still a light affair despite its more robust frame. Visually, you’d notice the ULTRALIGHT also being a touch smaller but its literally a barebones V2 Pro stripped down to the competition length battery, components, and materials.
To put the Sabre v2 Pro MG through its paces, we paired it with the Corsair MM PRO mouse pad (Large) along with my trusty K70 PRO TKL.
Check out the stand-alone review for this esports-tuned pad above , but its control-focused surface proved to be the perfect companion for the slightly heavier 56g magnesium frame.
Software & Configuration
The Sabre v2 Pro MG relies on the Corsair Web Hub for configuration. It’s a breath of fresh air not having to download a massive software suite just to tweak a few polling settings. It quickly recognized the mouse via the 2.4GHz dongle and allowed us to dial in lift-off distances, polling rates, and DPI stages.
The DPI bottom switcher is the default dedicated key for DPI cycling but you program. The internal LED blinks to confirm the cycle. Alternatively, you can easily map a button to act as a Snipe Key within the Web Hub for those low-DPI precision moments.
Device settings lists more advanced features of the Sabre V2 Pro Wireless including polling rate up to 8000Hz (which sucks more power so take note), and some more advanced user settings like LOD i.e. the height needed to suspend tracking, snapping to prevent the mouse from predicting straight lines, ripple control to effectively stabilize the cursor, and even a surface selection where you can choose which surface you have.
User Experience & Conclusion
Its typical for a tech reviewer to feel desensitized to the value of weight when it comes to gaming, and while it’s mostly trend-hopping for the most part, Magnesium alloy itself still has its advantages, notably its material strength and weight.
The Corsair Sabre v2 Pro Wireless MG’s main selling point is its exotic material intended for the enthusiast who wants an ultra-responsive mouse but refuses to compromise on build quality. The MARKSMAN S sensor is predictably flawless. Tracking is perfect at 1,000Hz, and if you have the CPU to keep up, bumping it up to 8,000Hz provides incredibly smooth responsiveness to micro-finesse those that crosshair.
The biggest upgrade over the Ultralight is the battery. Thanks to the slightly higher weight allowance, Corsair packed in a much larger cell. You get up to 120 hours over 2.4GHz (compared to the Ultralight’s 70 hours), meaning you can easily go weeks without having to reach for the stiff USB-C charging cable. Just note that cranking the polling rate to 8K will drain that battery closer to the 24-hour mark.
Ultimately, the Corsair Sabre v2 Pro Wireless MG represents a different approach to competitive gaming mice. And while its largely pedestrian in its overall offering, it’s still a capable mouse, especially after Corsair ironed out the kinks of the original ULTRALIGHT. Its a more versatile mouse than the ULTRALIGHT, and its largely the better mainstream choice despite its eccentric design but rich connection options, a larger battery, and a more durable shell. Unless you’re dipping it in water, this thing will is a pack-safe option (with a pouch).
The Corsair Sabre v2 Pro Wireless MG is a decent refinement of a working design and while its not earth-shattering in many ways, it’s still a generally good pick for most gamers.
Corsair backs the Sabre v2 Pro Wireless MG with a 2-year warranty. I gladly give it my B2G Recommended Seal.
Where to Buy - Corsair Sabre v2 Pro Wireless MG (Magnesium)
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