The Ultimate Viper V3 Pro Clone Guide

Product reviewed

The video is a “Viper clone guide” covering multiple versions of Viper V3 Pro–inspired mice, with special focus on red metallic variants and then several specific models.

Instead of a single “one mouse” review, the reviewer compares several Viper V3 Pro clones and gives “best” recommendations by use case.

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Key models mentioned (main focus)

• ATK X1 Ultimate (Metallic Red x1 / X1)
• S9 Ultra / S9 Pro Max (including a metallic-gloss variant)
• Razer-branded Viper V3 Pro vs clones (used as a comparison baseline, including notes on Razer switch quality/support)
• Attack Shark X1 / X3 (QC lottery noted; “mini V3” shape)
• ROM MH1 Pro
• Lingbo / Lingba (Leap) M9 Pro
• Mchose K7 (not released for the reviewer at recording time; discussed via specs/expectations)

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Unique points mentioned about the mice (by theme)

1) Coating / feel (big deciding factor)

• Metallic red coatings (3 metallic reds)

  • Reviewer: they feel “pretty much all similarly mediocre”
  • Less grippy / slightly slippery
  • Not as grippy as grippy coatings on models like White Viper V3 Pro

• S9 Pro Max glossy coating

  • Described as very glossy, even “like a layer of epoxy”
  • Can develop a “wet/puddle” feel when hands warm up / in humidity
  • Reviewer likes it, but warns others may hate it for the slippery/wet sensation

• Lingbo M9 Pro (non-metallic described)

  • Coating described as buttery, lightly rubberized
  • Compared to the feel of an LG G1
  • Reviewer prefers this tactile/rubbery grip

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2) Switches / clicks

• ATK X1 Ultimate clicks

  • Reviewer favorite: “transparent” clicks described as “iron opticals”
  • Optical may vary: no guarantee you’re getting optical in some “8K mice” versions anymore
  • Could receive custom-fee switches instead (reviewer says they weren’t great in his unit)

• S9 Ultra switches

  • Uses referenced mechanical-switch “kill white blades”
  • Enjoyed them: slightly hollow feeling
  • Not as good rebound as some other switch types (example mentioned: “blue shell pink”), but still liked

• Razer opticals

  • Reviewer says Razer “does the best job” of opticals
  • Still not his favorite overall

• Lingba M9 Pro clicks

  • Uses TTC optical
  • Reviewer claims they sound sharper and feel tactile
  • Compared to GPX2 clicks: similar vibe but “slightly lighter”
  • Scroll wheel is “fine,” but not a favorite

• Attack Shark X1 / X3 variants

  • QC lottery
    • Black version clicks described as better
    • Red version clicks described as spongy, loose, and crappy
  • Mentions double-press behavior on the side button in his worse copy

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3) Scroll wheel characteristics

• Viper V3 Pro–inspired set comparisons

  • Mentions heaviest click and least notchy scroll on some models (middle range noted)
  • For 8K spammable clicks, feels “very similar” and spammable across models tested, with scroll quality varying by model

• Lingba M9 Pro scroll wheel

  • Has steps with medium steps / heavy actuation
  • Not his favorite, but acceptable

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4) Side buttons / shape ergonomics

• ATK X1 Ultimate side buttons (X1)

  • Reviewer: X1 has the weakest side buttons
    • smaller, still usable, but less crisp
  • Side buttons don’t sink into the shell much compared to other designs

• S9 Ultra / similar designs

  • Side buttons described as virtually the same between those models
  • Better than X1

• Attack Shark “mini” shape (X1)

  • Called a “truly Viper V3 Pro mini” shape
  • More comfortable if the regular V3 is too large/restrictive
  • Fit/size changes called out:
    • shorter
    • more quickly tapered
    • narrower front point
    • shorter height

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5) Skates / gliding speed (common complaint)

• Razer skates

  • Reviewer doesn’t like them: too slow and too thin

• Speed dots / PTV skates

  • “Very good,” compared to Jades
  • Stocked by PTV
  • Reviewer still says they’re worse than Racers even (not perfect)

• ATK skates (X1)

  • Best among the described set: quick, enjoyable on a large pad
  • Reviewer also notes a “Pro version” comparison: Ultimate/Pro has worst skates / worst skate design, despite quality being fine

• Lingba M9 Pro

  • “Skates poop”
  • Reviewer wouldn’t recommend the stock skates

• Attack Shark X1

  • QC and skate quality tied together
    • better copy: faster/better white skates
    • worse copy: thin crappy skates

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6) Build quality / flex / QC lottery

• X1 flex

  • Most flex on X1
  • Most chance to creek on Viper V3

• S9 Ultra

  • Reviewer reported no problems yet at the time of testing

• Metallic red QC

  • QC between metallic and non-metallic reds: reviewer says it’s about the same
  • Coatings “feel the same,” described as “pretty mid”

• Attack Shark QC lottery

  • Strong theme: black version felt better than red
  • Side button issues and missing coating noted on the bad unit

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7) Weight / battery system (notable in M9 Pro Max)

• Lingba M9 Pro Max

  • With battery: 58.5 g
  • Without battery: 45 g
  • Battery details:
    • replaceable
    • can charge via USB-C while using
    • “one battery / two-slot” type note (same battery referenced as LS900)
  • Battery adds ~14 g
  • Reviewer: not worth it weight-wise, but wireless/never running out is an advantage
  • Called it an “almost sub-50g V3 almost clone”

• S9 Pro Max

  • Alleged to be 6 g lighter than Ultra, but reviewer says his unit is 62 g
  • Only about 3–3.5 g lighter than his S9 Ultra (red)

• Other units

  • Mchose K7 described as 3–4 g heavier than other options

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8) 8K / performance / wireless expectations

• 8K versions

  • Reviewer references spammable clicks and similar click feel across some models
  • Cautions that switch type may not match “optical” expectations on some 8K mice

• Range

  • Mentions scroll wheel behavior and a “mid-ground range” (felt/steps), not specific battery stats

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Comparisons made (explicit)

• Metallic reds vs grippier coatings

  • Metallic reds are less grippy/slippery than coatings like White Viper V3 Pro

• Optical switch quality comparisons

  • Reviewer prefers ATK X1 Ultimate “iron opticals”
  • Razer is called best at optical implementation, but reviewer still doesn’t fully like them

• Shape comparisons

  • Attack Shark X1 praised as the best “Viper mini” shape among companies doing it poorly
  • Lingba M9 Pro Max is described as Viper V3 Pro–inspired, but not a true clone (narrower/shorter and taper differs)

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Pros / Cons (as stated across the video)

ATK X1 Ultimate (best overall recommendation if optical is guaranteed)

Pros

• Favorite “iron optical” clicks (best in the set)
• Good skates: “best skates on their X1,” enjoyable/quick
• Positioned as the “cheapest, most complete 3950, best performance all-around option”
• Side buttons are weak but still usable

Cons

• Side buttons described as weakest / less crisp
• Notes about skate dislike applies in some bundles/versions; potential skate mismatch by version
• Optical not guaranteed in some 8K variants (risk of different switch types)

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S9 Ultra / S9 Pro Max (pick for known switch quality + top-end specs)

Pros

• Recommended if you know what switches you’re getting
• Quality described as “very good”
• S9 Ultra described as top-of-the-line
• S9 Pro Max has a distinctive glossy coating (if you like that feel)

Cons

• Metallic/gloss coating may feel wet/slippery when warmed/humid (S9 Pro Max)
• Some versions associated with worst skate design

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Attack Shark X1 (mini shape; value but QC lottery)

Pros

• Comfort and shape: praised as a “goated” V3 mini design
• Cheap (around $45 on Amazon/Prime mentioned)
• Better QC copy exists (black version felt better)
• Skates on the good copy were faster/better

Cons

• QC lottery
  • Red version had spongy, loose, crappy clicks
  • Coating issues and side button double-press behavior
• “Thin crappy skates” on bad copy
• Reviewer can’t tolerate the feel of his bad unit

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Lingba M9 Pro / M9 Pro Max (tactile clicks + battery option)

Pros

• Coating: buttery, lightly rubberized and more grippy
• TTC optical clicks: sharper and tactile; compared to GPX2 feel
• Side buttons large like Viper; good rebound; good play level
• Battery system gives near-wireless comfort; sub-60g with battery

Cons

• Stock skates: “poop,” not recommended
• Scroll wheel steps/actuation not ideal (but acceptable)
• Reviewer personally considers battery weight increase not worth it (even if total weight is still decent)

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ROM MH1 Pro (mentioned briefly)

Pros

• Described as “almost perfect”
• Only minor drawback cited

Cons

• Too heavy (not a top recommendation)

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Mchose K7 (future/coming up; specs and expectations)

Pros

• “Guaranteed” armor on opticals (important due to HK changing)
• Magnetic charging dock (if you like it)
• Spec says top-of-line; reviewer expects good scroll wheel feel
• Shape is described as a direct Viper V3 Pro copy

Cons

• Reviewer is salty he hasn’t received a unit yet
• Skate design “isn’t quite perfect” (but front pad seems good)

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Ratings / numbers mentioned

• S9 Pro Max weight: 62 g (claim of 6 g lighter was not true for his unit)
• M9 Pro Max weight: 58.5 g with battery, 45 g without
• Battery weight: ~14 g
• Mchose K7: expected ~3–4 g heavier than others
• Attack Shark X1: about $45 on Amazon; also found on AliExpress
• Attack Shark X1 version specs: includes 3395 (in the cited version)
• M9 Pro Max battery charging: USB-C charging while using

(No explicit star ratings or out-of-10 scores were given.)

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Overall verdict / recommendation (based on the video)

• Best “safe overall” pick (if you can ensure the right switch type): ATK X1 Ultimate

  • Especially if you can guarantee optical
  • Reviewer calls it cheapest, most complete, best all-around performance
  • Praises its clicks/skates

• Best “known-switch” pick if optical isn’t guaranteed: S9 Ultra

  • Reviewer feels confident about what you’re getting

• Best shape/value if you can tolerate QC risk: Attack Shark X1

  • But only recommended if you get a good unit

• Best for tactile clicks + weight flexibility: Lingba M9 Pro Max

  • Consider slower “stock skates poop” and the battery tradeoff

• Coating preference matters a lot:

  • Metallic reds: mid/slippery
  • S9 Pro Max: distinctive glossy “wet” feel some people may hate

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Speakers / perspectives

Only the main reviewer is present in the subtitles (“Dash Zack”). The views are consistent throughout; other people are referenced indirectly (e.g., comments, Discord/Fangi, other reviewers, and general “people who…” preferences). No separate speaking voices are attributed in the transcript.