Name: Zowie EC1-A
Brand: BenQ
SKU: 88355
Rating: 4.1 (39 reviews)

4.0

based on all reviews

Consumer ratings:

4.5 / 5

right-handed ergonomic shape is pretty safe
best ergonomic shape of all time
are accurate

have anywhere near as many buttons as most dedicated MMO mice
never accidentally scroll too far) it makes it pretty terrible for web browsing
no software or drivers are required

Operating resolution: 3200 dpi
Number of buttons: 5
Scroll wheel: yes
Number of wheels: 1
Connection: Wired
Weight: 97 g
Type of motion sensor: Optical

BenQ Zowie EC1-A - Pros & Cons

right-handed ergonomic shape is pretty safe
best ergonomic shape of all time
are accurate
responsive
and easy to use
-priced mice with more features are a better value
both shapes are fantastic and will serve any large hands well
The EC series feels very solid in hand
EC1-C is significantly lighter and feels better built
feels well-constructed
has good click latency
feels well-built
has good click latency
The GLORIOUS was a honeycomb body and is much lighter
mice are well-suited for larger hands using any grip type

have anywhere near as many buttons as most dedicated MMO mice
never accidentally scroll too far) it makes it pretty terrible for web browsing
no software or drivers are required
Lack of configuration software can be a pro or a con
its sensor is not state-of-the-art
weird jankiness and be unable to configure any settings
not playing video games or checking out new gear
No software for customization and only four CPI presets
BenQ ZOWIE EC1 is mediocre for office use
too different from the FK1 mouse
there are only two side buttons
feel of the scroll wheel is not as good as other mice in competition
missing inputs with the low lift-off distance
The detail on the back of the mouse could be a bit confusing
the sound of the scroll wheel to be disturbing
there is no way to change the weight
rough plastic the mouse is made from makes for good grip
G Pro Wireless shape
no additional cost to you
they could only improve on the buttons and scroll wheel
It is not transferable to anyone who subsequently purchases
The EC1 buttons are a little stiff

BenQ Zowie EC1-A - Technical Overview

	Poor	Average	Good	Excellent
Number of buttons	5 Best: 3DConnexion SpaceMouse Enterprise Number of buttons: 31
Operating resolution	3200 dpi Best: Redragon Ranger Operating resolution: 124000 dpi
Weight	97 g Best: Dicota Twister Weight: 0.07 g

BenQ - Video Reviews (2)

BenQ Zowie EC1-A - Full Specifications

Type of motion sensor	Optical
Device interface	USB
Purpose	Gaming

Compact design	yes
Ergonomic design	yes
Plug and Play	yes
Mac compatibility	yes

Colour of product	Black
Form factor	Right-hand
Surface coloration	Monotone
Cable length	2

Power source	Cable

Operating resolution	3200.0 dpi
Max polling rate	1000Hz/1ms
Buttons type	Pressed buttons
Number of buttons	5
Scroll wheel	yes
Number of wheels	1
Scroll type	Wheel

Connection	Wired

Width	2.72 in
Height	1.69 in
Depth	5.04 in
Weight	3.42 oz

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BenQ Zowie EC1-A BenQ - Editorial Reviews (4)

3.3

Based on 4 reviews

BenQ Zowie EC1-A Zowie EC1 & EC2 Review - The best medium sized ergonomic mouse

TheGamingSetup

Published: 07.03.2019

Zowie EC1 & EC2 Review - The best medium sized ergonomic mouse

The Zowie EC series might just be the best mouse for people with medium hands that prefer an ergonomic shape.

BenQ Zowie EC1-A BenQ Zowie EC2-A Review

PCMAG

Published: 29.03.2019

BenQ Zowie EC2-A Review

3.0

Despite a strong reputation among pro gamers, BenQ's right-handed Zowie EC2-A gaming mouse doesn't provide quite the elite experience to compensate for its price and stripped-down ethos.

RTINGS.com

Published: 06.05.2021

BenQ ZOWIE EC1 Review

3.6

The BenQ ZOWIE EC1 is a decent wired gaming mouse. It feels well-built, has good click latency, and a right-handed ergonomic shape. Unfortunately, its cable isn'...