Most good mouse makers, whether their wares are wired or wireless, offer some kind of configuration software that allows you to customize how their products work. Depending on the model, this may be more of a hassle than moving your mouse to the live spot on a charging pad, but it’s often painless so long as you have room on your desk for the cradle. Some older models (and a few new ones) offer cradle-based contactless charging, where you holster your mouse to charge it, but don’t need to plug it in. (All of them, of course, would be happy to sell you a charging pad or mousepad with a built-in charging spot.) At least one company, Logitech, still relies on a proprietary charging technology, which adds unique benefits but makes the feature an expensive add-on, which isn’t ideal. In the last year, though, most manufacturers, including Corsair and HyperX, have adopted the Qi wireless charging standard, so they can be charged on the same charging pads used for phones and other devices. There are a few different kinds of wireless charging, which vary by brand, so it’s important to identify how the feature works. (USB-C is easier to plug in and can supply more power.) Most wireless mice feature built-in lithium-ion batteries, which can be recharged using a micro-USB or, less commonly, a USB Type-C cable. What kind of battery a mouse uses, how long it lasts, and even how it's charged can all vary, especially in high-end gaming gear. The power source is the second major consideration specific to picking a wireless mouse. This way, if you forget to charge your mouse or leave it on overnight too many times in a row (and we've all done it), a dead battery won't prevent you from using your mouse and, potentially, your PC while it juices back up. In addition to its wireless-connection options, a good wireless mouse will also work as a wired mouse using the charging cable. But having the option for both is best, especially for productivity-focused models. In the end, choosing 2.4GHz versus Bluetooth comes down to the computer to which you'll connect your mouse. Also, in some newer wireless mice, Bluetooth winds up draining less power than 2.4GHz, leading to longer battery life. If you want to connect to a device without an open USB port for a 2.4GHz dongle, such as a phone or tablet, you’ll need Bluetooth.

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