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ROG Gladius II Origin
Ergonomic wired optical gaming mouse optimized for FPS, featuring Aura Sync
- Advanced 12000 DPI optical sensor for fast and precise tracking
- ROG exclusive push-fit switch socket design to vary click resistance and extend the lifespan of the mouse
- Customizable Aura RGB lighting with Aura Sync support
- DPI switch for on-the-fly sensitivity adjustment
- Omron switches with 50-million-click durability, plus two extra Japanese-made Omron switches with a different click resistance
- Detachable cable design and ROG pouch for portability and storage
- Intuitive ROG Armoury interface for easy customization of buttons, performance and lighting settings
Video Reviews
Review Gaming Gear ROG Gladius II Origin - Call of Duty Edition
The mouse works smoothly, reads every pixel and I have no complaints
Overall, I am completely satisfied with this mouse - it has a convenient form factor, a good quality RGB backlight and most importantly, a well-assembled body.
Media Reviews
CHOOSE YOUR SWITCHES
ROG Gladius II Origin uses Omron switches rated to 50 million clicks. To provide extra options, it's bundled with an additional pair of high-quality Japanese-made Omron switches for a different click feel, right out of the box!
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Omron D2FC-F-K (50M)
Operating force 60 +/- 15gf
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Omron D2F-01F (Japan)
Operating force 75gf
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ROG Gladius II Origin is compatible with Omron D2F and D2FC series switches. Click for full list.
Note: Cushions attached to the bottom of the default switches can be reused for shorter switches.
Change the switches in just three steps
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Remove the four rubber screw covers and bottom screws.
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Lift up the mouse cover and pull backwards to reveal the switches.
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Pull out the switches.
Get ready to lock your target and embrace victory with the ROG Gladius II Origin optical gaming mouse, the third in the Gladius family. The Gladius II Origin has an advanced 12000 DPI optical sensor for fast response and precise control, ergonomic right-handed design to ensure you stay comfortable during extended gaming sessions and Aura Sync lighting technology to outshine the competition.

Gaming-grade optical sensor
Every strike is critical. At the heart of ROG Gladius II Origin is an optical sensor that provides you with the accuracy and precision needed to take down the opposition.
12000 DPI
50g
250 IPS

Exclusive Push-Fit Switch Socket Design
ROG Gladius II Origin features the ROG-exclusive push-fit switch socket design that allows to you to hot swap switches to vary click resistance. The option of replacing worn or broken switches also extends the lifespan of your mouse..




AURA SYNC LIGHTING
ROG Gladius II Origin is designed to dominate – and it looks the part with aggressive aesthetics and ASUS Aura RGB lighting technology. With six customizable pre-set light effects and incredible performance, the Gladius II Origin is primed for battle!
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Static
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Breathing
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Color cycle
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Wave
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Comet
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Reactive



Perfect Synchronization
Achieve perfect RGB lighting synchronization across your Aura Sync-enabled products to complete the look of your battle station. You can sync lighting effects to in-game action, music, and more!
Learn more about Aura Sync.
Note: Lighting synchronization between ROG mice and keyboards is enabled and controlled via ROG Armoury software. Synchronization with ASUS motherboards, graphics cards, peripherals and other components is enabled and controlled via proprietary ASUS Aura software.


Detachable Cable
ROG Gladius II Origin has a detachable cable design and comes with two types of cables and a ROG pouch, so you don't have to pack your cable whenever you want to move – just leave one on your desk and the other in the ROG pouch, detach your mouse, and get going!


ROG Armoury
The intuitive ROG Armoury software lets you easily adjust settings to suit your gaming style. Customize lighting effects, adjust performance and surface calibration settings, program and map buttons, create profiles and more.

*On-board mouse memory does not support Macros and Windows shortcuts.


50-million-click switches
Quality Omron mouse switches that are built to last

Separate button design
Separate button design requires less actuation force, delivering faster responses

Rubber grips
Rubber side panels with Mayan-inspired design ensure a secure and comfortable grip

DPI switch
Dedicated button for on-the-fly sensitivity adjustment

Detachable cable
Detachable micro-USB cable with a quick-release switch

SCROLL WHEEL WITH ENCODER
Get immediate and crisp responsiveness via the scroll wheel that includes an integrated encoder
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ROG Gladius II Origin is extremely comfortable and offers the ideal grip for precise control. It feels like part of my hand and lets me focus on what really matters: victory.
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- Yi “Ziv” Chen
ahq e-Sports Club – Top

COMPARE MODELS
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Sensor OPTICAL 12000 DPI |
Sensor OPTICAL 12000 DPI |
Sensor OPTICAL 6400 DPI |
Switch Socket ROG EXCLUSIVE PUSH-FIT |
Switch Socket ROG EXCLUSIVE PUSH-FIT |
Switch Socket ROG EXCLUSIVE PUSH-FIT |
Switch OMRON (50 MILLION) |
Switch OMRON (50 MILLION) |
Switch OMRON (20 MILLION) |
Lighting AURA SYNC |
Lighting AURA SYNC |
Lighting RED |
DPI Switch Yes |
DPI Switch Yes |
DPI Switch Yes |
DPI target button NO |
DPI target button Yes |
DPI target button NO |
LEFT & RIGHT BUTTONS SEPARATE BUTTON DESIGN |
LEFT & RIGHT BUTTONS SEPARATE BUTTON DESIGN |
LEFT & RIGHT BUTTONS SEPARATE BUTTON DESIGN |
Cable DETACHABLE - BRAIDED |
Cable DETACHABLE - BRAIDED |
Cable DETACHABLE - BRAIDED |
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Sensor OPTICAL 12000 DPI |
Switch Socket ROG EXCLUSIVE PUSH-FIT |
Switch OMRON (50 MILLION) |
Lighting AURA SYNC |
DPI Switch Yes |
DPI target button NO |
LEFT & RIGHT BUTTONS SEPARATE BUTTON DESIGN |
Cable DETACHABLE - BRAIDED |
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Sensor OPTICAL 12000 DPI |
Switch Socket ROG EXCLUSIVE PUSH-FIT |
Switch OMRON (50 MILLION) |
Lighting AURA SYNC |
DPI Switch Yes |
DPI target button Yes |
LEFT & RIGHT BUTTONS SEPARATE BUTTON DESIGN |
Cable DETACHABLE - BRAIDED |
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Sensor OPTICAL 6400 DPI |
Switch Socket ROG EXCLUSIVE PUSH-FIT |
Switch OMRON (20 MILLION) |
Lighting RED |
DPI Switch Yes |
DPI target button NO |
LEFT & RIGHT BUTTONS SEPARATE BUTTON DESIGN |
Cable DETACHABLE - BRAIDED |