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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
  • Officially verified for NVIDIA Reflex Latency Analyzer to monitor mouse responsiveness – Find out more
ROG Chakram Core, side view

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.

MEASURE. ANALYZE. WIN.

PC performance for competitive gaming is about responsiveness-how quickly your display updates after mouse click. NVIDIA Reflex Latency Analyzer captures end-to-end system latency and delivers a precise measure of your PC's performance. Step confidently into battle knowing your PC is performing at peak level with Chakram Core, GeForce RTX GPUs and 360Hz PG259QNR monitor.
NVIDIA Reflex Latency Analyzer logo
ROG Chakram Core, an ROG monitor, and a Performance Overlay table

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
A gamer using ROG Chakram Core

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.
ROG Chakram Core with joystick in analog mode, side view
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
ROG Chakram Core with joystick in digital mode, side view
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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ROG Chakram Core with customizable joysticks, side view
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JOYSTICK INSTALLING STEPS

  • 1 Choose your joystick

    Image showing the tall and short joysticks

  • 2 Ensure the hole is vertical before installing

    ROG Chakram Core shown in side view to show the joystick slot

  • 3 Done

    ROG Chakram Core with joystick installed, side view

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.
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Exploded view of ROG Chakram Core

  • 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 hot swap switches to alter mouse button actuation force and feedback in seconds. Snap in your preferred switches, and replace worn or broken ones to extend lifespan.

  • 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 hot swap switches to alter mouse button actuation force and feedback in seconds. Snap in your preferred switches, and replace worn or broken ones to extend lifespan.

  • 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.
Cutaway diagram of ROG Chakram Core to show the pivoted button mechanism

Zero Gap

Key

Switch

Spring

Hinge

Top view of ROG Chakram Core to show the Aura RGB lighting, and underside view of ROG Chakram Core to show the DPI button
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.



Color scale showing the colors that represent different DPI levels

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
Animation demonstrating the four different Aura Sync lighting effects
Animation demonstrating the four different Aura Sync lighting effects Animation demonstrating the four different Aura Sync lighting effects

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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*On-board mouse memory does not support Macros and Windows shortcuts.

COMPARE ROG CHAKRAM SERIES

ROG Chakram Core, top view
ROG Chakram Core
ROG Chakram, top view
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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