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ROG Chakram Core

ROG Chakram Core gaming mouse featuring programmable joystick, advanced 16000 dpi sensor, push-fit switch sockets design, adjustable weight, stealth, instant screenshot and Aura Sync lighting

  • High-performance gaming mouse with 16,000 dpi optical sensor, 40 g acceleration, 400 ips, 1000 Hz polling rate and adjustable lift-off distance
  • Programmable, detachable joystick with 256-level Analog or 4-way directional Digital mode for superior in-game control
  • Screw-less design with magnetic buttons and cover provide easy access to ROG-exclusive push-fit switch sockets and adjustable weight
  • Pivoted button mechanism offers responsive mouse clicks with a tactile feel
  • Simply add or remove the adjustable 13.6 g weight for an overall weight of just 97 g or 111 g
  • DPI On-The-Scroll fine-tunes sensitivity levels without software, and a dedicated button switches between four preset levels instantly
  • Map the Stealth button to hide all apps and mute audio for instant privacy, or the Screenshot button to capture your moment of glory
  • Armoury Crate enables intuitive adjustment of joystick, buttons, mouse settings, and synchronized lighting
  • NVIDIA Reflex Latency Analyzer allows monitoring of mouse responsiveness in real-time

Awards

Digit Zero1 Second Runner-up

The Chakram Core and the Pulsefire Raid were extremely close in terms of performance, with the Raid winning out by a hair. The ROG Chakram Core is essentially the same as the Chakram, but wired. The wired iteration of the Chakram is lighter, and uses the original Chakram's PixArt PAW3335 sensor. The PixArt PAW3335 has a maximum tracking speed of 400 IPS, with a max DPI of 16,000 along with angle snapping and surface calibration via ROG’s software.

Editor's Choice

It really is a pretty tremendous mouse to use in the office all day to slay some spreadsheets, and then fire up your favourite game and slay your enemies all night.

Recommendation

We very much liked the implementation when assembling the Chakram Core, everything is easy to disassemble and just as quick to reassemble. The joystick is another feature that is definitely a selling point.

Innovation

All in all, I thoroughly enjoyed using the ROG Chakram Core

Video Reviews

This mouse offers some exclusive features that might have not seen on any other mouse. It offers precise movement on the charater movement and faced no dead zones. Its a one of a kind gaming mouse with an exclusive joystick on board

There are certain features on this mouse that you will not get on any other mouse. They are important and very unique.

It's a way of being able to test the responsiveness of the monitor

'll show you how frames really do win games - I'll give you a breakdown of just how having higher frame rates gives you a reaction advantage compared to the competition! The ASUS PG259QNR 360hz paired with the ROG STRIX RTX 3080!

A very high-end and versatile gaming setup for Mohammed who is both a gamer and a architecture student.

ROG isn't really known for being cheap, however if it were, then it wouldn't be ROG. While not the cheapest mouse on the market, however, the wired Chakram Core delivers one of the best bang for your buck mice out there!

Test Nvidia Reflex Low Latency with Gaming Mouse ROG Chakram Core and Gaming Monitor ROG PG259QNR

Review Gaming Mouse with joystick design for Ergonomic-Right

Together with the switch structure developed by ASUS, the switch can stand in a very solid way and offer us a more powerful feel compared to normal mechanics. Overall, I really like this four-zone grip on this keyboard structure of the product.

You can see the latency of the mouse, the monitor and the system as a whole

For the test, I used a ROG Chakram mouse compatible with Nvidia Reflex

Video review from the channel FunFace TV

By far the best mouse in its class.

Media Reviews

電腦DIY

整體來說，這款滑鼠除了可以讓大家精準快樂的掌握遊戲操控之外，也非常適合在一般瀏覽網頁、文書處理，影像編修時使用。大小剛好的尺寸能非常舒適的掌握操控，精準且多段的 DPI 讓你譨隨著進行遊戲、照片編輯、瀏覽網頁的不同操控需求時來切換。好用的可自訂搖桿設計考驗著你的智慧，它讓你操控更加快速得心應手！

Futureloka

Seorang pecinta gaming sejati tentunya selain doyan meng-upgrade PC-nya dengan spek terbaru, pastinya juga hobi memasang pernak – pernik atau aksesoris lain yang mampu mendongkrak pengalaman bermain game. ROG salah satu merek terdepan di pasar industri gaming mempunyai segudang produk yang ditawarkan, terutama untuk gaming peripheral seperti mouse, mouse pad, dan juga keyboard.

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Selama mencoba mouse ROG Chakram, saya menggunakan mousepad spesial. Mousepad ini adalah ASUS ROG Sheath BLK LTD. Dibuat dengan dengan bahan anti slip, mousepad ini cocok untuk mouse sensitif seperti ROG Chakram. Tidak hanya itu, bahan mousepad yang terbuat dari karet juga tidak gampang sobek.

Others

Faktanya, tidak sedikit mouse gaming yang terjangkit penyakit paling menyebalkan buat para gamer meski baru beberapa bulan digunakan: doble klik. ASUS ROG pun nampaknya menyadari masalah ini dan menawarkan solusi yang ideal. Seingat saya, semua mouse dari ASUS ROG menawarkan fitur yang ajaib tersebut yaitu hotswappable switches — termasuk ROG Chakram Core yang akan saya ulas kali ini.

GAME-CHANGING VERSATILITY AND CONTROL

ROG Chakram Core is a 16,000 dpi, 1000 Hz wired gaming mouse with a programmable, removable joystick to put superior control right under your thumb. Featuring exclusive push-fit switch sockets, adjustable weight, and the unique DPI On-The-Scroll feature for sensitivity adjustment, Chakram Core puts everything you need right in your hand.

ULTRA PERFORMANCE

ROG Chakram Core is equipped with a high-end optical sensor to give you the speed and accuracy you need. Its 100 to 16,000 dpi sensor tracks movements up to an astounding 400 inches per second (IPS) at up to 40 g acceleration. Its 1,000 Hz polling rate ensures lag-free responsiveness so the onscreen action reacts instantly.

  • 16,000 DPI

    RESOLUTION

  • 40 g

    MAX ACCELERATION

  • 400 IPS

    MAX SPEED

PROGRAMMABLE JOYSTICK

Take advantage of the built-in joystick for unmatched levels of control with ROG Chakram Core and your gaming keyboard. The joystick can be set to Digital or Analog modes to fit your play style. Choose between the long or the short joystick, or do away with it completely.
The 256-level Analog mode gives you a level of control you’d expect from a real analog joystick or gamepad joystick for much more precise control. Run-and-gun with your in-game character, drive a vehicle and fly a plane, all with Chakram Core.

Note: The guide supports ROG Chakram series


Joystick Mapping Guide
In Digital mode, the joystick works in four directions, and can be programmed for additional controls for first-person-shooter (FPS) or battle royale games. Simply push to reload, switch weapons, tilt, or open up in-game maps and more.
The two bundled joysticks cater to different hand sizes and play styles. They can be removed when not in use, and you can fit the socket cover for a flush panel.

Note: To avoid damage, please ensure joystick is in the correct orientation prior to installation.


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JOYSTICK INSTALLING STEPS

  • 1 Choose your joystick

  • 2 Ensure the hole is vertical before installing

  • 3 Done

Note: For smooth installation and to avoid damage, please ensure correct orientation when inserting the joystick into the socket.

SCREW-LESS, MODULAR DESIGN

ROG Chakram Core has a screw-less modular design, with a magnetic cover and buttons, and exclusive push-fit switch sockets and adjustable weight providing loads of customization options to make Chakram Core your own.

  • Detachable Magnetic Buttons

    The mouse buttons also detach magnetically, enabling fast access to the swappable switches without a screwdriver.

  • Exclusive Push-Fit Switch-Socket Design

    Push-fit switch sockets let you swap switches to alter mouse button actuation force and feedback in seconds. Snap in your preferred switches, or replace worn and broken ones to extend the lifespan of ROG Chakram Core.

  • Detachable Magnetic Cover

    The detachable magnetic top cover can be easily removed, no tools required.

  • Adjustable weight

    Find your ideal mouse feel by simply adding or removing the 13.6 g weight to switch between 97 g or 111 g.

  • Detachable Magnetic Buttons

    The mouse buttons also detach magnetically, enabling fast access to the swappable switches without a screwdriver.

  • Exclusive Push-Fit Switch-Socket Design

    Push-fit switch sockets let you swap switches to alter mouse button actuation force and feedback in seconds. Snap in your preferred switches, or replace worn and broken ones to extend the lifespan of ROG Chakram Core.

  • Detachable Magnetic Cover

    The detachable magnetic top cover can be easily removed, no tools required.

  • Adjustable weight

    Find your ideal mouse feel by simply adding or removing the 13.6 g weight to switch between 97 g or 111 g.

FOR THE ULTIMATE EXPERIENCE

ROG Chakram Core is engineered for an exceptional gaming experience, with features that elevate it beyond the competition.
Shorter travel means quicker clicks, which is why ROG engineers equipped ROG Chakram Core with pivoted buttons. The mechanism utilizes springs and metal hinges to balance the keys and minimize the distance between the buttons and switches. The upshot is minimal travel and rapid return, ensuring superb speed, responsiveness and consistency with every click.

Zero Gap

Key

Switch

Spring

Hinge

Tapping the DPI button lets you cycle between 4 levels of sensitivity instantly.

The DPI On-The-Scroll feature on ROG Chakram Core lets you adjust mouse sensitivity easily, with no software required. Just press and hold the DPI button and scroll the wheel to select sensitivity levels for more accurate sniping or raise it for faster scrolling across the screen. The lights on Chakram Core even change to indicate current DPI levels. Press the DPI button again to lock the sensitivity.



STEALTH, INSTANT SCREENSHOT AND TARGET FOCUS

Use Armoury Crate to map Stealth, Instant Screenshot, or Target Focus commands onto any button or the joystick in digital mode. Stealth hides all apps and mutes audio for instant privacy, Instant Screenshot lets you capture your moment of glory. Target Focus instantly lowers sensitivity level for more precise sniping.

  • STEALTH

  • INSTANT SCREENSHOT

  • TARGET FOCUS

AURA LIGHTING

Take style to the next level with ASUS Aura Sync RGB lighting. Fully customize ROG Chakram Core with an endless spectrum of colors and a range of dynamic lighting effects. All illuminations can be synced with an ever-growing portfolio of Aura Sync- capable hardware to create a truly personalized gaming den.
  • Static
  • Breathing
  • Reactive
  • Color cycle
GLADIUS II ORIGIN

ARMOURY CRATE

Armoury Crate is an enhanced driver-based configuration utility that offers extensive controls. An intuitive UI lets you easily tune ROG Chakram Core to suit your gameplay – adjust performance and surface calibration settings, program and map buttons, customize lighting effects and more. You can even track hardware stats during gameplay for data analysis.

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COMPARE ROG CHAKRAM SERIES

ROG Chakram Core
ROG Chakram
Connectivity Wired USB Wireless RF 2.4 GHz
Bluetooth LE
Wired USB
Sensor Optical Optical
Max DPI 16,000 DPI 16,000 DPI
Programmable Joystick Yes
256-level Analog mode
4 directional Digital mode 		Yes
256-level Analog mode
4 directional Digital mode
Programmable Buttons Up to 9 buttons
(5 + 4 digital buttons on joystick) 		Up to 9 buttons
(5 + 4 digital buttons on joystick)
Dedicated DPI Button 4 preset levels 4 preset levels
DPI On-The-Scroll Yes Yes
Exclusive Push-Fit Switch Socket Design Yes Yes
Adjustable Weight Yes No
Pivoted Button Mechanism Yes Yes
Customizable Logo Badge No Yes
RGB Lighting 2-Zone RGB
Logo/Scroll wheel 		3-Zone RGB
Logo/Scroll wheel/Front
Onboard Memory Profile 3 3
Cable Type 1.8 meter braided USB cable Detachable 1.8m USB cable
Dimensions 132.7 x 76.6 x 42.8 mm 132.7 x 76.6 x 42.8 mm
Weight 97g/111g (with adjustable weight) 122g (excluding cable)
Connectivity Wired USB
Sensor Optical
Max DPI 16,000 DPI
Programmable Joystick Yes
256-level Analog mode
4 directional Digital mode
Programmable Buttons Up to 9 buttons
(5 + 4 digital buttons on joystick)
Dedicated DPI Button 4 preset levels
DPI On-The-Scroll Yes
Exclusive Push-Fit Switch Socket Design Yes
Adjustable Weight Yes
Pivoted Button Mechanism Yes
Customizable Logo Badge No
RGB Lighting 2-Zone RGB
Logo/Scroll wheel
Onboard Memory Profile 3
Cable Type 1.8 meter braided USB cable
Dimensions 132.7 x 76.6 x 42.8 mm
Weight 97g/111g (with adjustable weight)
Connectivity Wireless RF 2.4 GHz
Bluetooth LE
Wired USB
Sensor Optical
Max DPI 16,000 DPI
Programmable Joystick Yes
256-level Analog mode
4 directional Digital mode
Programmable Buttons Up to 9 buttons
(5 + 4 digital buttons on joystick)
Dedicated DPI Button 4 preset levels
DPI On-The-Scroll Yes
Exclusive Push-Fit Switch Socket Design Yes
Adjustable Weight No
Pivoted Button Mechanism Yes
Customizable Logo Badge Yes
RGB Lighting 3-Zone RGB
Logo/Scroll wheel/Front
Onboard Memory Profile 3
Cable Type Detachable 1.8m USB cable
Dimensions 132.7 x 76.6 x 42.8 mm
Weight 122g (excluding cable)
  • Requires a compatible 360Hz G-SYNC display (such as the ROG Swift PG259QNR) and the use of the monitor’s USB pass-through port.
  • Only for mice officially verified by NVIDIA
  • The ROG Chakram Core adds support for NVIDIA Reflex Latency Analyzer from firmware V1.00.08.
  • NVIDIA Reflex will deliver latency improvements in GPU-intensive gaming scenarios on GeForce GTX 900 and higher NVIDIA graphics cards in top competitive games

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