MSI
Clutch GM41
AUTHOR:Onie T.
TESTED BY:James L., and Arthur B.
Published:

The MSI Clutch GM41 Lightweight Wireless gaming mouse offers great performance at an affordable price. With an MSRP of $94.99 USD but often available for as little as $69.99 USD, it delivers smooth tracking and low latency for gaming or productivity.

MSI's Dragon Center software enables users to adjust RGB settings, DPI, and macros. Simple, functional, and budget-friendly, the GM41 is an excellent choice for gamers seeking reliable wireless performance.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

THE GOOD

  • Price-to-Performance

    The mouse can be found for less than MSRP, making it an affordable yet high-performing gaming mouse.

THE BAD

  • Connectivity

    The included cable connectivity is a Micro USB to USB Type-A, making it less convenient for quick charging.

  • Cable

    While this is a wireless mouse, the included braided cable is not as flexible as most braided cables, though this cable is likely designed to be primarily used for the included charging dock.

THE REST

  • Overall

    With a simple design and low latency, the GM41 is a reliable choice despite being less well-known than some gaming mice. This is a hidden gem.

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Hardware
HardwareNotes

In the Box, the GM41 comes with a USB Type-A to Micro-USB cable, a charging dock, a 2.4 GHz receiver, and user documentation.

The dock charges both the mouse and receiver, and according to MSI, 10 minutes of charging yields up to 9 hours of use, although we cannot verify this claim through testing. The 200 cm cable is suitable for charging but may feel less flexible, potentially causing drag.

In the Box

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Front of the box.

Connectivity

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Bottom of the mouse.

Cable Type
Computer Side Connector
Detachable Cable
Mouse Side Connector
Cable Length
Bluetooth
Receiver
Bluetooth Multi-Device Pairing
Construction

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Birds eye view of the mouse.

Battery Type
Chassis Material
Chassis Coating
Feet Materials
Extra Feet Included
Features & Software
Features & SoftwareNotes

Using MSI's Dragon Center, users can customize DPI, polling rate, macros, and RGB settings. Onboard memory allows profile configurations, and it is compatible with both Windows and macOS. NVIDIA Reflex compatibility also adds system latency insights when paired with G-SYNC displays.

Software & Firmware
Software Name
Mandatory Registration
Number of Profiles
Onboard Memory
Cloud Sync
Macro Programming
Windows Version
MacOS Version
Performance
PerformanceNotes

The Clutch GM41 uses the PixArt PAW3370 sensor, reaching up to 20,000 DPI with preset DPI levels of 400 / 800 / 1600 / 3200 / 6400 that can be further adjusted via software. Featuring six programmable buttons with tactile OMRON switches, the mouse provides quick responses essential for gaming.

Click Tactility
Switch Brand
Switch Type
Hot Swappable
Latency
Sensor
Sound
Productivity & Efficiency
Productivity & EfficiencyNotes

The ambidextrous shape with left-side navigation buttons is optimized for medium to large hands, particularly those favoring a palm grip. The GM41's lightweight design and smooth gliding feet add to its ergonomic appeal.

Ergonomics

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Left side of the mouse with navigation buttons.

Length
Width
Height
Grip Width
Min Weight
Max Weight
Ambidextrous
Left Hand Variant
Thumb Rest
Pinky Rest
Total Number of Buttons
Number of Side Buttons
Dedicated DPI Buttons
Macro Programmable Buttons
Scroll Wheel Type
Scroll Wheel Tilt
Test Configuration
Tested Settings

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