I received the GM50 mouse as a free gift for purchasing a graphics card.
One of the many reasons I like MSI is because they give out a ton of freebies.
Here’s the packaging box.
It looks pretty similar to the box for the GM30 I reviewed before.
You can open it like this to see the mouse.
There’s a simple description on the side.
By the way, with a name like “Dragon Scale Grip,” I’m expecting some amazing grip.
The security seal is firmly in place.
Here’s the mouse itself.
Unlike the GM30, it’s asymmetrical, and the material seems similar.
It’s shiny, there’s no wobble, and the quality is great, as expected from MSI.
The bottom is covered with a protective film and features the fierce MSI dragon.
Here’s the side view.
Those ridges aren’t separate rubber pads but are actually part of the body itself.
This means there’s no adhesive to wear out over time, which is nice.
Here’s a comparison shot with my current Roccat Kone Pure Owl-Eye.
The size seems similar, and while the Owl-Eye’s grip is unbeatable, the GM50’s asymmetrical design is also pretty good.
If you’re choosing a mouse just because you like MSI, the GM50 will satisfy you with its decent grip.
When I connected it to my computer, the default red LED lit up.
The back part is made of transparent plastic, which gives it a nice look.
Since I didn’t want to stick with just red, I installed the utility software.
Here’s what the utility looks like.
It’s designed to be intuitive, so it’s easy to use.
If you’re only using an MSI mouse, you don’t need to install the Mystic Light utility.
The software allows various LED settings and the effects are quite nice.
After taking all the photos, I played a round of PUBG.
Using it, I found that the asymmetrical design provided a good grip.
The distinct click feel typical of MSI mice was also pleasant.
Of course, it can’t compete with the Owl-Eye, but it’s still a great mouse.
Since I’m already using the Owl-Eye, I won’t be switching to the GM50, but if you’re looking for a mouse in the 50,000 won range and love the MSI aesthetic—or even if you’re not particularly attached to MSI—this is a really good mouse worth trying.