Which Mousepad is Right for You?

There are many gaming mousepads, but which one should you get?

Don't tell me you're using a magazine as your mouse surface! Well, even if you're not, it might be time to upgrade. And there's no better website to buy mousepads from, since we have sold more than 15 million successful units. Pros and casual Joe's love our QcK line. The table below gives a good overview of our main mousepad lines; we'll delve deeper and explain some things to help you make your choice.

Feature / Mousepad	QcK Colors	QcK Performance	QcK Heavy
Sizes	Medium or Large, XXL up to 5XL	Large or XL	Medium, Large, or XXL
Colors	New: Lavender, Aqua, White, plus Pine Green, Pink, and Limited Edition	Black, but with three different Performance surfaces	Black, Limited Edition
Surfaces	Micro-woven cloth for maximum control and great smoothness	Speed: Ultra-smooth Balance: Versatile Control: More precision	Micro-woven cloth for maximum control and great smoothness
Reliability	100% optimized for casual and competitive gamers, no matter their mouse settings	Aimed at competitive gamers who desire a particular fit for their playstyle	100% optimized with added thickness for more security
Durability	Ultra-durable and easy to wash	Ultra-durable and easy to wash	Ultra-durable and easy to wash, enhanced thickness

SteelSeries Mousepad Size Guide

Note that not every color option is available in every size. The standard thickness is 2 mm, while for the QcK Heavy it's 4 mm. QcK Performance mousepads have a thickness of 3.5 mm.

Small: 250 x 210 mm (9.8 x 8.2 x in.)
Medium: 320 x 270 mm (12.6 x 10.6 in.)
Large: 450 x 400 mm (17.7 x 15.7 in.)
XXL: 900 x 400 mm (35.4 x 15.7 in.)
3XL: 1220 x 590 mm (48 x 24 in.)
4XL: 1220 x 762 mm (48 x 30 in.)
5XL: 1600 x 800 mm (63 x 31.5 in.)

Start with Sizing and Color

The first question is, how much coverage do you want? Do you want your gaming keyboard and mouse to both be under the mousepad, or do you want an isolated surface just for your mouse? Medium and Large QcK mousepads are just for the mouse. You'll have to go for an XXL at least if you also want it to be under your keyboard.

There's a good variety of Limited Edition mousepads available, if you're going for that special visual showcase. But as their title suggests, they often sell out quickly, but by all means: make sure to keep an eye on whenever we announce new ones! Some older selections are still in stock.

However, it may be easier to try to color-theme your setup instead. There's a fantastic opportunity for that with our QcK Lavender, Aqua, White, and Black, especially since we released other items with the same colorways.

Glow Up Your Entire Setup: Limited Time Bundle!

Go all-out with a color-themed setup! Get the Glow Up bundle. With Black and White, and new Lavender and Aqua (the last two are especially great!) it's so easy to theme the setup.

Here is what's included:

I want a high-performance mousepad for gaming

Here's the good news. No matter which option you take, all of the SteelSeries QcK mousepads have been game-changers for top esports players worldwide. So there isn't really a wrong option here. Every QcK is made from proprietary micro-woven cloth for maximum control and confidence while moving your mouse. It's optimized for whatever kind of DPI you're using, so you will know that your surface is ideal for your mouse.

With a never-slip base, your mousepad won't surprise you with any movement even during those intense FPS sessions. Stay confident and reassured that this is a dependable surface. You can always opt for the QcK Heavy if you want that extra plush or slightly added height to your surface.

Though every QcK will grant you stellar accuracy, sometimes you want more. That's why we created the QcK Performance line, specifically geared toward those who want to excel in a highly competitive environment.

Available in L and XL sizes, there are three types of QcK Performance mousepads, designed to cater to highly specific playstyles. We have a handy quiz to help you determine which one you might want; here are the options:

QcK Performance Speed: ultra-smooth surface is engineered for rapid, effortless movement
QcK Performance Balance: the swift glide of a speed pad, paired with the precision stopping power of a control pad - best of both worlds
QcK Performance Control: micro-textured surface that is expertly engineered with just the right amount of drag, allowing you to lock onto your target with razor-sharp aim and unwavering control

I Want Durability and Reliability Over Time

Good news here once again: all of the mousepads by SteelSeries are crafted with longevity and reliability in mind.

No more fraying edges. The micro-woven cloth on QcKs is naturally durable and highly resistant over time. And if you want even more reassurance, the QcK Performance line features high-grade premium precision stitching on the edges.

They're all also incredible easy to clean.

So which gaming mousepad is best for you? In summary, start with a vision for your setup: that will begin with size and color. Go from there and browse our selection of gaming mousepads to make your choice. Whether you take the Limited Edition path, or the QcK Performance line, you'll be happy with your choice.