The Fantech Yari Pro (WG14P) is Fantech’s latest right-handed wireless gaming mouse, priced at S$78 on the Fantech World store. It’s a notable release because it ships with the flagship PixArt PAW3950 Strike sensor and wireless 8K polling – specs you’d typically find on mice costing considerably more. It is another Fantecg gaming mice that puts pro-grade internals without charging too much premium. Use discount code ‘TECHJIO‘ to enjoy 10% off!
Unboxing
In the box, you’ll find the following:
- Yari Pro Wireless Gaming Mouse
- StrikeSpeed Pro 8000Hz Polling Rate Charging Dock
- USB-C Data Cable
- 1 Set Grip Tape
- Quick Start Guide
- Warranty Card
Tech specs
| Dimensions | Length: 125mm Height: 43mm Width: 68mm |
| Weight | 58 grams |
| Sensor | PixArt PAW3950 Strike Polling rate up to 8000Hz |
| Buttons | 1. Left click 2. Right click 3. Back button 4. Forward button 5. Scroll click 6. DPI button |
| Switches | Huano Transparent Green Shell White Dot |
| Feet/Skates | PTFE |
| Battery life | Up to 75 hours |
| Charging port | USB-C |
Build quality and weight
Fantech Yari Pro comes in two colours (black and white), and the design is clean and understated. I like the red accents that peek through the scroll wheel and logo. The charging dock glows with a full RGB strip along the base. There’s a small LED indicator between the scroll wheel and the main buttons for battery/DPI status. It’s a clean look that won’t feel out of place on a desk setup for specifically designed for gaming, so it can also double as a work mice.
At 58 grams, it sits comfortably in the lightweight category. The shell feels solid as I encountered almost no flexing, creaking, or rattling when handling it. The surface has a decent coating that holds up just ok when your hands are slightly sweaty. Fantech also includes grip tape in the box, which is a nice touch and gives you an extra layer of grip security if you need it. The weight balance is also well done, nicely distributed in the middle.
Main buttons and scroll wheel
The main buttons uses Huano Transparent Green Shell White Dot switches, which are rated for 100 million clicks. They’re quite clicky and tactile, and feel a little heavier than the Aria II mouse that I’m currently using. Having said that they are still goof to spam in fast-paced games. The scroll wheel has a red-accented ribbed rubber texture that gives good grip and defined scroll notches. The two side buttons sit at a comfortable height and have a generous size, making them easy to reach with a thumb roll without having to shift your grip mid-game.
8KHz Ultrapolling Dock
Being the ‘Pro’ version, the Fantech Yari Pro comes with the StrikeSpeed Pro 8KHz wireless dongle that also charges the mice. Yari Pro is rated at up to 75 hours of playtime on a single charge. That’s among the best figures in Fantech’s current lineup though I’m think these numbers aren’t when using it at 8K polling.
It’s a pretty neat implementation: since the dock is both the charging station and the wireless receiver, you don’t have to worry about losing a USB dongle. Having the charging dock nearby makes charging very convenient as I simply set the mouse down on it when I’m done gaming. The pins latch on pretty well when trying to dock the mouse too. The magnets on the dock is super strong so you can remove the mouse with one hand, but this also means you have to make a conscious thought to align the mouse with charging pins when charging.
Shape and fit
Fantech Yari Pro is an ergonomic right-handed mouse. The overall size of the mice is slightly larger than what I’m used to for my 18 cm sized hand, where I usually deploy a relaxed claw grip felt. The shape has a prominent hump due to the ergonomic shape as it slopes quite steeply towards the rear. The left side of the mice also offers a sculpted thumb groove for your thumb to rest against.
I feel this mice might be more suited towards palm grip users or claw grip users who want a little more support. If you tried the Logitech G Pro Superlight 2 DEX mouse before, then you’ll find that the shape of the Fantech Yari Pro is very similar. In fact, I think the Yari Pro is modelled after the Superlight 2 DEX to provide an affordable option for those who like this shape.
The PTFE skates provide smooth, consistent glide across the cloth mouse pads which I usually use. Nothing exotic, but they do the job well and lean in more of the control category. Some might find the skates a tad thin, especially if you tend to press down hard on your mouse pad. If you want smooth skates for speed, you would likely need to get aftermarket skates.
Performance
Fantech Yari Pro is built around the PixArt PAW3950 Strike sensor, which Fantech markets as their top-tier sensor choice for this mouse. DPI adjusts up to 42,000, with five default steps of 400, 800, 1200, 1600, and 3200. In practice, the sensor tracks precisely and consistently. I didn’t encounter any jitter, drift, or spin-out during testing in FPS titles like Valorant.
As aforementioned, the 8K polling rate is delivered via the RGB wireless dongle. That said, like with other Fantech mice I’ve tested at 8K, the real-world feel between 2K and 8K is subtle for most players. I’d run it at 2K or 4K as a good middle ground between responsiveness and battery life.
As for software, Fantech has finally ditched their “one-app-for-one-mice” approach and went ahead to develop a web-based software. Simply type “qmk.top” in your Chrome browser, and the website should ask for permission to connect to the Yari Pro. The web app does look a little unpolished here and there, but the UI is simple and clean enough. In the web-app, you can customise buttons, DPI or macros, report rate, and more. I’m not sure if this will be single software that works across all Fantech mice, and only time will tell but I’m glad this is something that has been developed.
Conclusion
If you already like the shape of the Logitech Superlight 2 DEX, then Fantech Yari Pro could potentially an affordable option to consider. My experience has generally been positive and the PAW3950 Strike sensor, 8K wireless polling, 75-hour battery, and RGB charging dock in one package makes it a strong proposition.
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