Genesis Carbon 500 Ultra Wave Mousepad Review

When it comes to picking a mousepad I can’t say I’ve ever given much thought to them besides the size and image that is printed on them. Over the years I’ve tried a number of different ones, including those with built in wrist supports and even some of those notoriety anime ones (you know the ones), but always just end up with a simple one for my mouse. So when I opened up the Carbon 500 Ultra Wave mousepad from Genesis I was surprised by both the size and quality of it right out of the box. After spending a few weeks with it I’m happy to say that I’ve now come to appreciate the difference a good mousepad can make.

With a width of 450mm and a length of 1100mm, the Carbon 500 mousepad is massive with plenty of room for both a mouse and a full sized keyboard. As a matter of fact it covered my desk from edge-to-edge which did surprise me, but in a good way. This size isn’t just for show however, as the mousepad is made from high quality materials that are both durable and flexible.

The top surface, for example, is smooth to the touch but also able to take quite a beating with no wear or tear showing over the weeks I’ve been using it. The bottom is then made from a non-slip rubber that ensures the mousepad holds in place even when under a lot of pressure, leading to no mishaps while gaming. On top of all this, the Carbon 500 mousepad has also been made to withstand accidental spillages, making it even more reliable and easier to maintain.

In practical use, you will find your mouse is able to flow across the surface of the mousepad with ease allowing for even more precision. At the same time, you won’t find any drifting when you leave the mouse alone and the same applies to the keyboard as well. No matter how hard you type, the mousepad will hold the keyboard in place allowing for a comfortable user experience. Having only ever used mousepads for just the mouse, now having space for the keyboard to sit as well was definitely a welcome change to my setup.

My experience of using the Carbon 500 Ultra Wave mousepad has been a very positive one. The durability and comfort it provides is second to none and I don’t think I can go back to a smaller, lesser quality mousepad in the future. By far the only real negative there is with this mousepad would be the size which might be a problem for some, depending on your desk. Otherwise, it’s a solid choice that comes at an affordable price point which everyone should consider when looking for a new mousepad.