Control mousepad for CS and FPS? - G-SR, GPZ1, GP4, QcK

alexitx · March 8

For the owners of these pads I'd like to hear your personal experience as well their pros and cons.

I'm looking for a control pad for CS2 as I've gotten used to the worn-in surface with good stopping power, but I can't exclude Battlefield, Doom and other fast-paced shooters as well. Around 450mm x 400mm size. Currently in the process of switching to a lightweight mouse (DAV3 / Viper V2 Pro) with stock PTFE feet.

I can't test any of those in person and can only judge from reviews.

G-SR II

Currently not available here and have to wait months for potential stock, but probably the best one for me judging from reviews. Smooth, control pad that should be more resistant to humidity than G-SR I which is big for the summers here and is used by a lot of pro players. Unfortunately my current pad is in bad condition and I need something sooner.

GP4 Black

Seems on the faster side from reviews like a middle ground between control and speed. Not sure if it's suitable for micro adjustments and flicking in CS for people like me who are used to greater control? How does it compare to G-SR II and the rest of the Xtrfy GP lineup?

GPZ1

Smooth, slow, control pad by Rocket Jump Ninja that is supposed to be dynamic for both short flicks in CS and long swipes for fast-paced FPSs according to reviews. Seems to get hate for being extremely slow and muddy (slower than G-SR II?), and affected by humidity and moisture. Apparently requires more force to break friction from a standstill which affects micro adjustments?

QcK /QcK Edge

Classic amidst the esports scene but I don't see it recommended as much anymore. Not sure about its durability in the long term compared to the rest and humidity resistance, of course. Does the QcK Edge feel exactly the same as the QcK or QcK Heavy, just with stitched edges, and how does it compare to the G-SR II?

The problem is a lot of hardware and peripherals are always out of stock in my country, and Amazon or other online retailers are out of the question because of expensive shipping, VAT and import fees all resulting in double the price. The same applies to the new kids on the block like LGG Saturn Pro, Artisan Zero, Aqua Control Zero, etc.

These are the only ones currently available with decent amount of reviews:

- GPZ1

- G-SR I (>€35-40)

TL;DR - Need smooth control pad for tactical FPS like CS2 as well as faster-paced games. I think G-SR II will suit me, but need an alternative since it's out of stock. Most "exotic" (newer) brands have too expensive logistics or can't be shipped at all and the list above is what's currently available here. Something not sticky with humidity resistance is preferable. I'm looking for advice as well as personal experience from owners of the pads.

191x7 · March 8

EndGame Gear Cordura MPC450 or MPC890 should be what you're looking for.

Check Boardzy, Fresh Reviews, Haus Gaming and Rocket Jump Ninja.

alexitx · March 8

3 hours ago, 191x7 said:

EndGame Gear Cordura MPC450 or MPC890 should be what you're looking for.

Check Boardzy, Fresh Reviews, Haus Gaming and Rocket Jump Ninja.

I checked them and that's not what I'm looking for. One is speed + low stopping power, while the other is unavailable on their website and the company doesn't ship to more than half of Europe. The second one doesn't even have the size I'm looking for.

191x7 · March 8

28 minutes ago, alexitx said:

I checked them and that's not what I'm looking for. One is speed + low stopping power, while the other is unavailable on their website and the company doesn't ship to more than half of Europe. The second one doesn't even have the size I'm looking for.

Speed + low stopping power? Are you sure you looked at the right pad(s)?

I have it, it's a rough surface, rougher than some control pads I've used. Not as a Cooler Master MP510 or MP515, but still...

alexitx · March 8

1 hour ago, 191x7 said:

Speed + low stopping power? Are you sure you looked at the right pad(s)?

I have it, it's a rough surface, rougher than some control pads I've used. Not as a Cooler Master MP510 or MP515, but still...

Yes, it's this one, right? As far as I saw it's regarded as a speed pad with low static friction and this is stated both on the web page and reviews on Amazon and YouTube. I can't order from that company anyway either from the official website or Amazon.com because of shipping. The 890 I think is the same with the addition that it's not my preferred size.