The micro-texture cloth surface here is optimized for all sensitivity settings and sensors. And, it did feel great to game on during our testing, offering smooth and speedy gliding. Meanwhile, its non-slip rubber base keeps it in place. Though that should also have something to do with the fact that it's massive and that other peripherals like a gaming keyboard should act as weights.

We’ve put a wide variety of mouse mats through their paces to find the ones that are best for all kinds of users. Of course, the feel and glide of a mat will be subjective, and the ideal mouse pad for you depends largely on your needs. So, our list of the best mouse pads below include top choices for different types of users.

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With productivity mice, however, we found that it works beautifully. The smooth gliding combined with its good amount of friction allows you a more seamless workflow – instead of having to constantly miss a button you're trying to press onscreen. Its anti-skid natural rubber base also does a great job of keeping it in place. Plus, its edges are stitched to ensure it lasts longer and minimizes fraying. If you’re an RGB kind of guy/girl, then for sure, you will want to get a mouse pad with RGB capabilities. RGB-capable mouse pads will come with accompanying software that you can use to change the colors of the lights or simply include a button you can press.

If speed is your top priority, a soft, cloth mouse pad is not for you — and even a hybrid mouse pad will slow you down. You need a hard, smooth, low-friction surface made of plastic, ceramic, aluminum, or glass, like our favorite hard surface mouse pad, the Razer Atlas.It also includes an anti-slip rubber base, so it’s guaranteed never to move once you set it down on your table. A hard pad will allow you to slide your mouse faster, but you will have less control over your mouse movements.

But, they are called classics for good reason: they work and work well. And, this mouse pad from BenQ's peripherals line is cut from the same excellent cloth. By cloth, we're referring to its cloth surface that feels smooth but also offers the tiniest bit of resistance since you do need a bit more control and precision when competing. Meanwhile, the rubber base, we found, is really effective and keeps it in place, no matter how intense your sessions are.

RGB: RGB mouse pads are pretty, but they're powered via USB. This doesn't necessarily need to plug into your PC, unless you want to customize the pad's RGB with software (or have it coordinate with your other peripherals). Also, not all RGB is created equal. The number of RGB zones (not the same as the number of LEDs) will determine how complex the light show can get. The soft yet finely textured finish also ensures that your skin is feeling luxe but any mouse - whether for gaming or productivity - glides effortlessly while still providing a great level of control. That's key to having an even more comfortable experience. And because the underside has an extra grippy finish, it stays beautifully in place. We tested five different mice – some for productivity, others for gaming – on it, and we found that its cloth surface offers that nice smooth gliding feel but also just a tiny bit of resistance. This slightest friction gives you a little bit more control and precision, which should help when you're gaming and when you're doing productivity tasks. Mousepads also provide a smooth and consistent surface for you when you’re moving your mouse around. Are White Mouse Pads A Bad Idea?