--- product_id: 4727550 title: "Microsoft Intellimouse Explorer 3.0 Gaming Mouse Retail Package" brand: "microsoft" price: "€ 3.72" currency: EUR in_stock: false reviews_count: 3 url: https://www.desertcart.pt/products/4727550-microsoft-intellimouse-explorer-3-0-gaming-mouse-retail-package store_origin: PT region: Portugal --- # PC & Mac compatible Optical technology 5 programmable buttons Microsoft Intellimouse Explorer 3.0 Gaming Mouse Retail Package **Brand:** microsoft **Price:** € 3.72 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > 🎮 Elevate Your Game with Precision and Comfort! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Microsoft Intellimouse Explorer 3.0 Gaming Mouse Retail Package by microsoft - **How much does it cost?** € 3.72 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.pt](https://www.desertcart.pt/products/4727550-microsoft-intellimouse-explorer-3-0-gaming-mouse-retail-package) ## Best For - microsoft enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted microsoft brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Scroll in Style:** Enjoy seamless wheel scrolling for effortless navigation. - • **Ergonomic Comfort:** Designed for long hours of use without fatigue. - • **Optical Excellence:** Harness the speed and accuracy of Microsoft Optical Technology. - • **Unleash Your Precision:** Experience the power of five programmable buttons for ultimate control. - • **Universal Compatibility:** Works flawlessly with both PC and Mac systems. ## Overview The Microsoft Intellimouse Explorer 3.0 Gaming Mouse combines cutting-edge optical technology with an ergonomic design, featuring five programmable buttons and seamless compatibility with both PC and Mac, making it the perfect choice for gamers and professionals alike. ## Description From the Manufacturer Experience legendary responsiveness, tracking, and comfort in the optical mouse preferred by professional gamers. Improved mouse feet for ultra-slick gliding. Key FeaturesCustomizable buttons Microsoft Optical Technology Wheel scrolling USB connector Mac-compatible PS/2 connector Additional FeaturesOptical Tracking Performance: Legendary accuracy delivered from an optical engine that produces 9000 Frames per Second, Maximum Speed of 54+ Inches per Second, and Maximum Acceleration of 25g’s combined with Microsoft’s Intelligent Tracking System with a centered optical port. Comfortable ergonomic design: Button placement for improved sensitivity and soft touch materials for a sure grip. Five programmable buttons: Reassign any button to fit your needs. Optical Tracking Performance: Legendary accuracy delivered from an optical engine that produces 9000 Frames per Second, Maximum Speed of 54+ Inches per Second, and Maximum Acceleration of 25g’s combined with Microsoft’s Intelligent Tracking System with a centered optical port. Scroll Wheel with Detents: A specially designed scroll wheel with detents enables more accurate scrolling through documents, spreadsheets, or video games. Improved Slick Feet: For smooth movements across a variety of surfaces. Centered Optical Port: For enhanced targeting and accuracy. Flexible Cord: The thin, flexible cord was designed to provide the sensation of wireless with all the performance of a wire. Gaming Toggle: With the push of a button you can switch between your favorite weapons or actions—it's easy to quickly change settings while playing.. Precision Booster: Switch between default speed and precision mode for enhanced control. Intelligent Tracking System: Enjoy smoother tracking over a greater variety of surfaces with the Microsoft Intelligent Tracking System. ## Features - Five programmable buttons - Microsoft Optical Technology - Wheel scrolling - Comfortable ergonomic design - PC and Mac compatible ## Product Details - **Brand:** Microsoft - **Color:** White, Silver - **Connectivity Technology:** Wireless, PS/2, Wired, USB - **Special Feature:** Wireless - **Movement Detection Technology:** Optical ## Images ![Microsoft Intellimouse Explorer 3.0 Gaming Mouse Retail Package - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/21n5qVYbxLL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Can the side buttons of this mouse be programmed to use as your "click" and "right-click?"** A: You could use the free program AutoHotkey to setup anything of that nature with any mouse or keyboard. **Q: Is this mouse USB 3.0 or 2.0?** A: I think the mice are technically USB 1.0 (which is one of the reasons they need to be manually overclocked to be > 125 hz), but they plug in just fine to USB 3.0 or 2.0 ports. **Q: Does this mouse have the holographic Microsoft logo on the bottom? Is it genuine Microsoft or a knock off?** A: It has MicroSoft all over the box and mouse, but no holographic logo, e.g. like on the Windows install CDs. But it is identical to the one I bought few years ago at Fry's in Austin - also no holographic stickers. It is 'made in China', and has more Chinese characters all over the box, than any other language. **Q: Are these mouses genuine? These went out of production some time ago so not sure how they're selling new?** A: They're genuine, and the seller is Microsoft... so...Not sure about the production though. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Still nothing better out there. *by S***T on June 17, 2011* This mouse is still one of the best mice out there, not only for the work environment, but for gaming as well. Amazing to me, since it's been out for so long, and so many mice have come out since that time - but each and every one seems to have a major flaw that makes it fall short. I would know, as I've literally tried every mouse marketed to gamers... yes, every Razer mouse, including ones they don't make anymore, the logitech gaming mice, and the Ikari Optical, Ikari Laser, Xai,the Puretrak Valor, and the QPAD 5K. Each one seems to fall short in one aspect or another.The pros of this mouse:- The shape. The IME 3.0 manages to not only be a superb palm grip mouse, it also lends itself pretty well to claw gripping if you prefer that. While many mice have tried to duplicate the shape, none feel quite right - the Zowie mice come close, but isn't quite right, and the Deathadder has a higher hump, making it very comfortable for palm use, but hard to claw grip.- The weight. This is a very lightweight, well centered mouse. Having a good balanced weight is essential to make sure you can have consistent control. The mouse glides well, and does not have the weight to cause extra unneeded inertia, like the G500 does, for example.- The sensor. The IME 3.0 is one of three optical mice on the market (other than the IMO 1.1 and WMO, which use the same sensor as the IME 3.0) without angle snapping/prediction enabled. This means that the mouse actually draws the movements you register with no corrections, which is important for gaming. The other two, the Deathadder and Valor, have issues with buttons and weighting, as well as being about twice the cost of the IME 3.0.- The buttons. The buttons on the IME 3.0 are big enough that you can't miss them, and provide a nice tactile feel when you use them, while not being overly sensitive. This is what sets the mouse apart from the Deathadder in my opinion, as the DA has buttons that have almost no feel to them, and are very easy to depress on accident. I've also had my DA's buttons start to malfunction and register two clicks instead of one - this has never happened to me on my IME 3.0.Cons of this mouse:- The cable can be a little stiff when the mouse is first used. It does get much better over time, though.- The stock mousefeet are ok, but they could be way better. Keep in mind you can buy better mouseskates for as little as $3.99 from a lot of manufacturers, and the mouse itself is only $30, so you are still well under what most gaming mice cost.- The scrollwheel will sometimes bug out under stressful situations. This is true even on my Legends edition IME 3.0, while it doesn't happen as often as the original, the problem still exists. If you use the scrollwheel to jump in games, this could be a major issue for you. I changed back to the typical spacebar for jumping, and have had no issues since.Overall, though, the mouse has far less problems than the vast majority of gaming mice on the market. Not to mention that Microsoft just released a "successor" to this mouse, which in reality has far more problems as well, so this might become quite rare. I would recommend buying one, and if you like it, perhaps buying a backup in case MS stops making them. They are really that good. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best Mouse I've Ever Used *by P***E on September 9, 2008* My keyboards/mice matter a lot to me since I spend 80% of my day at a computer (whether at home or at work). I've used almost all of Microsoft's Mice that come with their popular keyboards as well as the Microsoft Habu for the last few years. One reason I stopped using the Habu is that after 2-3 months of use the scroll wheel is useless.The Microsoft IntelliMouse Explorer 3.0 is very big, if not bigger than the Habu (which is big). I have larger than average hands (6ft male) so this mouse may not be comfortable to those with smaller hands. However, this mouse is perfect for me and feels a lot better than the Habu did. Although the DPI isn't as great as the Habu, just up the mouse motion and it works great. The scroll wheel is a definite improvement over previous Microsoft Mice. The mouse buttons are a bit stiffer than the Habu but not uncomfortably so.Either way, this mouse has to be the best one I've used so far. It isn't packed with 500 buttons I'll never use. It feels well built (not like some plastic toy mice) and glides on the mouse pad without problem.Mice are pretty simple so one of the big things that I like about this mouse is how well it fits in my hand and how comfortable it feels after 4-5 hours of use. Definitely recommend! ### ⭐⭐⭐ Not as good as the original *by T***V on November 22, 2011* Pros+ 5 buttons.+ USB or PS/2+ Scroll wheel with detents.+ Comfortable Intellimouse shape.+ Aesthetics.Cons- Button quality is poor. They're all a bit loose, and clicks rather loud compared to Microsoft's comparable mice. The Left and right buttons sometimes make an annoying springy sound that I've heard once too often when speed clicking. MS Wheel Mouse Optical actually has better button quality and costs less.- Does not glide as smoothly as MS Wheel Mouse Optical (probably because of weight).- Size is a bit big for my hand. Depending on your hands, this may work for you.- It's a cheap knock-off of the original. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.pt/products/4727550-microsoft-intellimouse-explorer-3-0-gaming-mouse-retail-package](https://www.desertcart.pt/products/4727550-microsoft-intellimouse-explorer-3-0-gaming-mouse-retail-package) --- *Product available on Desertcart Portugal* *Store origin: PT* *Last updated: 2026-04-22*