--- title: Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse Review date: 2025-12-22 09:00:29 permalink: https://lesterchan.net/blog/2025/12/22/asus-rog-keris-ii-origin-gaming-mouse-review/ author: Lester Chan categories: - Endorsement - "Mouse, Touchpad & Keyboard" - Review tags: - Asus - Asus ROG - Asus ROG Keris II - gaming mouse - mouse - wireless mouse --- [Asus ROG Keris II Ace Gaming Mouse](https://lesterchan.net/blog/2024/05/02/asus-rog-keris-ii-ace-gaming-mouse-review/) was released back in April 2024. In July 2025, Asus released the [Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse](https://rog.asus.com/mice-mouse-pads/mice/ergonomic-right-handed/rog-keris-ii-origin/). At the Recommended Retail Price (RRP), the Origin is priced S$10 more expensive than Ace. S$199 vs S$189. One would expect Origin to be an upgraded model. However, Origin is not the successor of the Ace. Both are different mice, each with its pros and cons. **Unboxing** [![Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse - Box Front](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54941708895_061ba188bc_c.jpg)](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54941708895_4bdd2bba3d_o.jpg "Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse - Box Front") [![Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse - Box Back](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54941708835_97cd137c13_c.jpg)](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54941708835_2b7709801c_o.jpg "Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse - Box Back") [![Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse - Box](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54940524747_415eceb74f_c.jpg)](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54940524747_63d8473c71_o.jpg "Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse - Box") Asus also included two spare ROG Micro Switches II, a micro-switch clip to remove the micro switches, and a dongle extender. [![Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse - Box Contents](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54947622351_f033bac11b_c.jpg)](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54947622351_09ee284571_o.jpg "Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse - Box Contents") Unboxing the black envelope reveals the ROG stickers, mouse grip tape, and replaceable mouse feet. [![Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse - Inside Black Envelope](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54947925385_9bd357d228_c.jpg)](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54947925385_7b35203016_o.jpg "Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse - Inside Black Envelope") ## Design & Build Both mouse comes in Black and White and share the same right-handed ergonomic shape. [![Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse - Left](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54941657414_b054d35e94_c.jpg)](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54941657414_5fb3eb64e5_o.jpg "Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse - Left") The hump, grip angle, and button placement are also similar. [![Asus ROG Keris II Ace Gaming Mouse vs Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse - Top](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54941708770_d3731bd10d_c.jpg)](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54941708770_3a7ff42f9f_o.jpg "Asus ROG Keris II Ace Gaming Mouse vs Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse - Top") There is a difference in the weight. The Ace weighs 54g while the Origin weighs 65g. [![Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse - Bottom](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54941601113_27bb815343_c.jpg)](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54941601113_7d192c7942_o.jpg "Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse - Bottom") Although 11g doesn’t sound like much on paper, it is noticeable. The Ace feels light and agile. The Origin feels more planted, slightly more stable during slower tracking, and less “floaty.” [![Asus ROG Keris II Ace Gaming Mouse vs Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse - Bottom](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54941708715_b4ca7d0da1_c.jpg)](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54941708715_9bf1fd31e0_o.jpg "Asus ROG Keris II Ace Gaming Mouse vs Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse - Bottom") The coating is also different. The Origin has a smoother matte finish, while Ace has a more textured shell. [![Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse - Top](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54941397081_1582fa6d18_c.jpg)](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54941397081_35d29dece7_o.jpg "Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse - Top") Dirt tends to get stuck on the Ace’s textured shell easily compared to the Origin. While on the Origin, fingerprint smudges become more visible on a matte finish, especially on Black. [![Asus ROG Keris II Ace Gaming Mouse vs Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse - Side](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54940524642_ffb579c9f6_c.jpg)](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54940524642_ee959b6c46_o.jpg "Asus ROG Keris II Ace Gaming Mouse vs Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse - Side") Both mice have no rattles, and the build quality is solid. I prefer the Origin here because it is more planted. ## Switches Ace uses non-hot-swappable ROG Optical Micro Switches, while Origin uses ROG Micro Switch II with Push-Fit Switch Socket II, allowing for easy switch swapping. [![Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse - ROG Micro Switch II](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54947622636_43d8c5314e_c.jpg)](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54947622636_9b2c56eb75_o.jpg "Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse - ROG Micro Switch II") To swap the switches in the Origin, remove the two rubber stoppers at the bottom to expose the two screws. [![Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse - Rubber Stoppers](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54941708700_0f97fc275d_c.jpg)](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54941708700_34f287307f_o.jpg "Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse - Rubber Stoppers") Unscrew those and you can pop the casing right off. [![Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse - Open](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54941600998_3ec1ac3589_c.jpg)](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54941600998_babbe679bd_o.jpg "Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse - Open") Technically, with the Origin, the mouse can last longer, as the switches can be replaced when they wear out. It is less expensive than replacing the entire mouse. [![Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse - Hot-Swappable Switches](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54941657274_ba5ecdbb74_c.jpg)](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54941657274_b86f8b8d38_o.jpg "Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse - Hot-Swappable Switches") Asus included two extra ROG Micro Switches II inside the box. The Origin is more clicky, and the clicks are lighter on the Origin. I prefer the clicks on the Origin instead of the Ace. This might be subjective and boils down to personal preference. ## RGB Lighting If you are into RGB lighting, Origin wins the Ace, as it features three areas of RGB: the Scroll Wheel, the Left Side, and the ROG Logo. [![Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse - 3 Lighting Zones](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54947886379_e9094eec16_c.jpg)](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54947886379_93ac3fe8e1_o.jpg "Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse - 3 Lighting Zones") Ace only has one area, which is the scroll wheel. As a semi-RGB lighting enthusiast, Origin wins in this section as well. ## Polling Rate The Origin has a default polling rate of 1000 Hz, as this is the maximum limit of a USB 2.0 port. [![Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse - Receiver](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54941397061_bf5886336a_c.jpg)](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54941397061_e364b23aed_o.jpg "Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse - Receiver") Though it supports up to 8000 Hz via [ROG Polling Rate Booster](https://rog.asus.com/sg/keyboards/accessories/rog-polling-rate-booster/), it is not included in the box content. Therefore, you must purchase it separately. If you have the ROG Polling Rate Booster, it supports 8000 Hz polling wirelessly, whereas the Ace only supports 4000 Hz wirelessly and only supports 8000 Hz via a wired connection. [![Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse - Front](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54941601038_88fd25fa27_c.jpg)](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54941601038_4e9f4448b4_o.jpg "Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse - Front") So, Origin supports 8,000 Hz polling, but doesn’t include the ROG Polling Rate Booster. In contrast, Ace supports 4,000 Hz polling while including the ROG Polling Rate Booster. I say Ace wins in this section. ## Battery Life When compared with RGB lighting off, Origin has better battery life than Ace, with 127 hours vs. 107 hours. If you are getting the Origin, you’re likely into RGB lighting as well, so there’s no point in keeping the RGB lighting off to conserve battery life. I would say both Origin and Ace are tied in this section. ## Software [Gear Link](https://gearlink.asus.com/) is Asus ROG’s browser-based configuration tool for their ROG peripherals. [![Asus Gear Link - Connected Devices](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54941769724_4ba02b1699_c.jpg)](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54941769724_96a3ff0621_o.png "Asus Gear Link - Connected Devices") You no longer need to install [Armoury Crate](https://rog.asus.com/content/armoury-crate/) just to configure your ROG peripherals. You just have to visit [gearlink.asus.com](https://gearlink.asus.com/) and you can setup your ROG peripherals. [![Asus Gear Link - ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54941509356_56c629f414_c.jpg)](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54941509356_2e733e821e_o.png "Asus Gear Link - ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse") Origin supports Gear Link, but Ace doesn’t support it yet. There is no word on whether Asus will bring Gear Link support to older peripherals. Again, I would say that both Origin and Ace are tied in this section, as there is a chance that Asus may bring Gear Link support to the Ace. ## Conclusion Both the Asus ROG Keris II Origin and Keris II Ace are excellent mice, but they serve slightly different purposes, and it ultimately boils down to personal preference. I prefer the Origin because of its more planted (heavier) and clicky feel. The texture of the Origin is also better for me as it doesn’t trap dirt easily. [![Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54941657319_d16eeaf1e2_c.jpg)](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54941657319_3166a64e61_o.jpg "Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse") Features such as hot-swappable switches, an 8,000 Hz wireless polling rate, RGB lighting, Gear Link browser-based configuration tool, and improved battery life are all added benefits. The only downside is that Asus did not include the Polling Rate Booster inside the box and requires you to purchase it separately.