SteelSeries Prime Gaming Mouse

The Prime is firmly aimed at competitive and esports-oriented players, built around SteelSeries' Prestige OM mechanical switches rated for 100 million clicks and a high-precision TrueMove Pro optical sensor. It has a minimal, no-frills button layout which may frustrate players who want extra programmable side buttons for MMO or casual gaming. If you play fast-paced shooters or similar titles, it's an excellent fit.

Both mice target competitive FPS players with high-grade optical sensors and lightweight builds, but the Prime uses mechanical switches for a more tactile, consistent click feel compared to the DeathAdder V2's optical switches. The DeathAdder V2 offers more programmable buttons and broader palm-grip comfort for larger hands, whereas the Prime's shape suits a wider range of grip styles. If click feedback and switch longevity matter most to you, the Prime has the edge.

At £41.99, this matches the lowest recorded price in our tracking data, so you are not paying above the historical floor. However, with only 2 data points available the price history is limited, which is why our verdict is WATCH rather than a confident buy signal. If you need the mouse now, this is at least as cheap as it has ever been tracked.

The listed was price is £59.99, representing a £18 saving at the current £41.99 price. Our tracked average also sits at £41.99, which suggests the mouse may have spent little time at the higher price within our tracking window, so treat the £59.99 figure with some caution. The 30% headline discount is real in the sense that £41.99 is the lowest we have on record, but it is worth checking a price tracker with a longer history for fuller context.