XTRFY M4 vs. XTRFY M42

The M42 is a new RGB ultra-light gaming mouse from XTRFY. So, how does this model compare to the similar M4?

You can find out in this comparison guide for the two XTRFY computer mouses.

Quick Summary

When compared to the XTRFY M4 RGB Ultra-Light Gaming Mouse, the XTRFY M42 RGB Ultra-Light Gaming Mouse is smaller in size in most cases. The only exception is that the M42 has a slightly wider fingertip grip width than the M4.

The newer XTRFY M42 also has interchangeable palm rest parts, giving you more grip options when compared to the XTRFY M4.

The only other difference is that the M42 weighs 10 grams less than the M4.

Aside from the aforementioned differences, the two gaming mouses are identical when it comes to performance. Both have the same processor, sensor, switch type, CPI, polling rate, IPS, acceleration and RGB lighting.

If you are interested, you can purchase either of the computer mouses on Amazon with the following links:

• XTRFY M4 RGB Ultra-Light Gaming Mouse
• XTRFY M42 RGB Ultra-Light Gaming Mouse

M4 vs. M42 Comparison Chart

You can take a look at Seeking Tech’s comparison table for the two XTRFY mice below.

Editions

The M4 model is currently available in six editions while the newer M42 models is currently available in five editions.

The only difference is that the M4 has a street edition while the M42 doesn’t.

You can find a full breakdown of the available editions below:

XTRFY M4:

• Black
• Miami Blue
• Pink
• Retro
• Street
• White

XTRFY M42:

• Black
• Miami Blue
• Pink
• Retro
• White

Weight without Cable

The newer M42 model is 10 grams lighter when compared to the older M4.

You can take a look at the weight specifications below:

• XTRFY M4: 69 grams
• XTRFY M42: 59 grams

Connection

The M4 and M42 are both wired mouse that use USB to connect to your computer, laptop and other compatible devices.

Cable

Furthermore, both of the gaming mouse in this versus guide come with a 1.8-meter long XTRFY EZcord cable.

Glides

The M4 and M42 also use 100% PTFE to ensure smooth gliding for a vast majority of surfaces.

Dimensions

The M4 is bigger than the M42 when it comes to length, bottom palm rest width, middle grip width, maximum height and height up to the scroll wheel.

With that said, the M42 has a wider fingertip grip when compared to the M4.

You can take a look at full measurements for both XTRFY mice below:

XTRFY M4 RGB Ultra-Light Gaming Mouse:

• Length: 120 mm
• Bottom Palm Rest Width: 68 mm
• Middle Grip Width: 60 mm
• Fingertip Grip Width: 56 mm
• Maximum Height: 39 mm
• Height up to Scroll Wheel: 23 mm

XTRFY M42 RGB Ultra-Light Gaming Mouse:

• Length: 118 mm
• Bottom Palm Rest Width: 63 mm
• Middle Grip Width: 56 mm
• Fingertip Grip Width: 57 mm
• Maximum Height: 38 mm
• Height up to Scroll Wheel: 22 mm

Interchangeable Bottom Palm Rest Parts

The XTRFY M42 comes with two interchangeable bottom palm rest parts, which allows you to more comfortably use the claw, fingertip and palm grips.

Processor

The M4 and M42 are both equipped with the ARM 32-bit microcontroller for the processor.

Sensor

Furthermore, the two PC mouses use the Pixart 3389 optical gaming sensor.

Main Switches

Both devices also come with Omron 20M(OF) switches, which have been rated to provide optimal performance for up to 20 million clicks.

CPI Settings

Counts Per Inch (or CPI), also known as Dots Per Inch (or DPI), measures how far the mouse pointer will move across the screen in relations to every inch you physically move your mouse.

The XTRFY M4 and XTRFY M42 offer the following CPI settings:

• 400 CPI
• 800 CPI
• 1200 CPI
• 1600 CPI
• 3200 CPI
• 4000 CPI
• 7200 CPI
• 16000 CPI

Polling Rate Settings

Polling Rate measures how many times a XTRFY mouse will report its position to your computer, laptop and other devices.

The M4 and M42 models offer the following polling rate settings:

• 125 Hz
• 500 Hz
• 1000 Hz

IPS

Inches Per Second, or IPS, measure how capable your XTRFY gaming mouse is at keeping up with your fast physical movements.

The M4 and M42 both have a 400 IPS.

Maximum Acceleration

Acceleration is a measurement of how much distance the mouse pointer will move across the screen based on how fast you physically move your XTRFY mouse.

The M4 and M42 mouses have a maximum acceleration of 50 G.

Illumination

The two mice feature illumination as both are equipped with adjustable RGB LED lighting.

Operating System Requirements

The M4 and M42 also have the same operating system requirements, which you can find below:

• Win XP or later
• Mac OSX 10.1 or later

Warranty

The XTRFY M4 RGB Ultra-Light Gaming Mouse and XTRFY M42 RGB Ultra-Light Gaming Mouse have the same warranty cover period depending on the region, which you can find a list of below:

• 1-year warranty in Asia
• 2-year warranty in EU
• 1-year warranty in U.S

Resources:

• https://xtrfy.com/mice/m4/
• https://xtrfy.com/mice/m42/