ROG is back with its gamer-made, gamer-approved gaming mice in the ROG Harpe II Ace. It’s a follow-up to the ROG Harpe Ace Aim Lab Edition and the ROG Harpe Ace Mini, both outstanding gaming mice. But good does not necessarily mean perfect. ROG updated everything and pushed the standards with the new ROG Harpe II Ace. In this review, we try it out and see if it’s something you should watch out for and buy!
| Connectivity | USB 2.0 (TypeC to TypeA) Bluetooth 5.1 RF 2.4 Ghz |
| Sensor | ROG AimPoint Pro |
| Resolution | 42000 DPI |
| Max Speed | 750 IPS |
| Max Acceleration | 50 G |
| USB Report Rate | 8000 Hz |
| RF 2.4G Report Rate | 8000 Hz |
| L/R Switch Type | ROG 100M Optical Micro Switch |
| Aura Sync | Yes |
| Battery Type | Lithium-Ion Battery |
| Shape | Right-Handed Symmetrical |
| Cable | 2m ROG Paracord |
| OS | Windows 10 Windows 11 |
| Software | Armoury Crate |
| Dimensions | 1.26.1(L) x 63.9(W)x 39.7(H) mm |
| Weight Without Cable | 48g (without dongle) |
| Color | Black/White |
| Contents | 1 x P723 ROG Harpe II Ace gaming mouse,1 x Wireless Receiver,1 x Wireless Receiver Extender,1 x ROG Paracord,1 set x Mouse grip tape (4pcs, one-time stick),1 set x 100% PTFE Mouse Feet (2 semi-circle, 1 for sensor),1 x Thank you card + Hotkey QSG,1 x Warranty Card,1 x Quick Start Guide,1 x ROG logo sticker |
In this review, we were able to try out the White version of the ROG Harpe II Ace.
One of the best improvements that ASUS ROG has ever devised, the ASUS Gear Link, is compatible with the ROG Harpe II Ace. ASUS Gear Link is a browser-based tool that allows the user to tweak and configure the settings of compatible devices. This means that you do not need to install the infamous Armoury Crate to customize how the mouse runs. Just plug it in, visit the ASUS Gear Link website, connect your mouse, and you are good to go. Gear Link has the usual settings that one could tweak such as DPI, RGB, Calibration settings, and Polling Rate. Furthermore, you can also change the settings of mouse’s Zone Mode here.
ROG SpeedNova is a technology that allows the ROG Harpe II Ace to have a massive 8000 Hz polling rate even while wireless. This feature is already built in and you do not need an external dongle to get this benefit. This makes the ROG Harpe II Ace comparable to the poll rates of wired gaming mice. The kicker is that the technology allows your gaming mice to communicate reliably despite being in an environment with too many signals and interferences. Definitely plus for a gaming mouse of this price.
The ROG Harpe II Ace has a feature called “Zone Mode.” This mode disables certain “non-essential” features such as RGB to concentrate its resources and battery life to more essential features such as increasing its polling rate and sensor sensitivity. Think of it as the the gaming mouse’s version of “Super Saiyan”. While commendable and also a quick way to access the settings, it’s incredibly easy to forget how to turn it on.
Zone Mode cannot be turned on via Armoury Crate or via Gear Link as of the writing of this article. As such, it falls down to people like me to teach you something that you would not have read if you flipped through the instructions included.
To turn on the ROG Harpe II Ace’s Zone Mode, you need to push the DPI button underneath the mouse together with the two buttons on its side for three seconds. Press until you see the RGB on the mouse wheel turn to red. Afterwards, no light on the mouse wheel means that Zone Mode is turned on.
To turn Zone Mode off, just do the same button combination and press it at the same time until the mouse wheel lights up again.
While not a highlighted feature, the weight of the ROG Harpe II Ace is somethin to be noted. Weighing only 48g without the dongle, this thing is one of the lightest gaming mice out there. ASUS ROG managed to shave off a couple of grams to make this thing as light as it could be, even changing the material of its outer shell.
Like its siblings, the ROG Harpe II Ace has three ways to connect with devices: USB Cable, Bluetooth, and 2.4 Ghz Wireless. This means that you can connect and pair it to three different devices at the same time. You can select which one to actively connect to using the three-setting switch located underneath the mouse.
What you’ll definitely notice once you rest your palm on the ROG Harpe II Ace is its profile. The back hump is lowered and the lower right side of your palm can sit snugly on the mouse. An average profile of a gaming mouse usually leaves the lower right side of the palm hanging or sloping down and it may feel weird at first but once you get used to it, it’s noticeably more comfortable than the usual.
While not a groundbreaking feature, the ROG Harpe II Ace can glide through most materials without breaking a sweat. I was able to try it on wood, vinyl, and a conventional mousepad and its feet allows it to glide through these materials. If you find yourself transferring a lot and want to not be bothered to bring your own mouse pad, then this mouse is something to consider.
The ROG Harpe II Ace plays perfectly well with modern shooters. Games such as Valorant, Counterstrike 2, and Call of Duty all play well with this gaming mouse. With its impressive wireless 8000Hz polling rate, the ROG Harpe II Ace plays like a wired gaming mouse even without the wires. Although most of the kills and frags come from the player, the mouse is decent partner in making things happen. It’s light and it’s easy to position it to line up your shots perfectly. However, it takes practice and a little bit of tinkering the settings to find out which one you can settle and play with.
Unlike its other siblings, the ROG Harpe II Ace is neither built nor designed for its switches to be replaced. While you can get your own switches and possibly open the mouse, there are not extra switches (even a tool you can use to pull it out) included in the package. Quite sad that no switches are included given the price and possible longevity it can add to the overall product.
The ROG Harpe II Ace is very likely the best gaming mouse that I have laid my hands on. It’s pretty light, incredibly responsive, and the contour of its body feels natural to the hand. When it comes to gaming, it truly shines as it glides through conventional and even average mouse pads and you also have the option to tweak its performance to the last digit. The bells and whistles are all here, all made for the convenience of the user.
You know what else could game? Normal gaming mice. Normal in a sense that while they’re not chock full of high-end gaming components, they still have enough to power through your gaming sessions. Mice like the ROG Impact III and the TUF Gaming M3 Gen II come into mind. These gaming mice, with only a fraction of the cost of an ROG Harpe II Ace, still deliver in gaming sessions both online and offline. Not to blast ROG Harpe II Ace’s party but the price itself is a wall that few may willingly and gladly scale.
The ROG Harpe II Ace is available locally, both in stores and online ones. It has an SRP of PhP 7,990.
Visit the official ROG Harpe II Ace product page for more information.
