Tri-Mode vs 2.4GHz Only: Picking an Attack Shark Keyboard or Mouse
By Attack Shark | Premium Gaming Keyboards, Mice, Headsets ... | Published: 2026-10-15
Category: Comparisons
Tri-mode gives you Bluetooth, 2.4GHz, and wired in one device; 2.4GHz-only keeps the connection simple. Here's how to choose based on latency, devices, and travel.
Quick answer
If you game competitively and want the lowest latency, a 2.4GHz-only mouse like the X3 PRO is the simplest choice. If you need one device for a desktop, laptop, and tablet, a tri-mode keyboard like the AK820 PRO or X68 PRO HE lets you switch between 2.4GHz, Bluetooth, and wired without carrying extra gear.
What tri-mode actually adds
Tri-mode means the device connects three ways: a 2.4GHz USB dongle, Bluetooth, and wired USB. The 2.4GHz dongle is the mode you use for gaming because it is designed for low latency. Bluetooth is convenient for laptops and tablets but is not intended for competitive play due to higher and less consistent latency. Wired mode gives you a fallback when the battery is empty or when you want zero wireless interference.
The 2.4GHz-only trade-off
A 2.4GHz-only mouse like the ATTACK SHARK X3 PRO Three Modes 8K Gaming Mouse focuses on one job: fast, stable wireless for gaming. It skips Bluetooth, so you cannot pair it to a tablet without a dongle, but it also avoids the complexity of mode switching. For players who only use one PC, that simplicity is a feature, not a limitation.
When Bluetooth earns its place
Bluetooth is useful when you want to connect to a work laptop, a tablet, or a phone without occupying a USB port. On a tri-mode keyboard like the AK820 PRO, you can keep the 2.4GHz dongle plugged into your gaming PC and switch to Bluetooth for a work device. The trade-off is that Bluetooth latency is higher, so you should switch back to 2.4GHz before gaming.
Trade-offs at a glance
- Latency: 2.4GHz dongle mode is built for low latency; Bluetooth is convenient but slower and less consistent. Game on 2.4GHz or wired; use Bluetooth for everything else.
- Device switching: Tri-mode lets you pair a desktop, laptop, and tablet; 2.4GHz-only ties you to one dongle. Choose tri-mode if you regularly move between devices.
- Setup complexity: 2.4GHz-only is plug-and-play; tri-mode adds mode switching and pairing steps. Pick 2.4GHz-only if you want the least friction.
Product facts
- ATTACK SHARK x AJAZZ AK820 PRO Tri-mode Gasket Mechanical Keyboard: Multi-Function TFT Smart Display & Knob Design: The built-in smart TFT color display shows keyboard status, custom GIF images, connection mode, WIN/MAC layout, battery level, lighting, and volume. The CNC metal knob adjusts volume, mode switching, and screen control. You can see and change connection mode without software, which makes tri-mode switching faster in practice.
- ATTACK SHARK X3 PRO Three Modes 8K Gaming Mouse: 59G SUPER LIGHT: The X3 PRO's liquid nitrogen cooling injection molding process reduces its weight to 59g, about 30% lighter than the G PRO X. Less weight means faster movements and less fatigue, which matters more in 2.4GHz gaming than in Bluetooth productivity use.
- ATTACK SHARK X68 PRO HE Wireless Rapid Trigger Keyboard With Coiled Cable: Esports-Ready Magnetic Switches: Hall Effect amber magnetic switches with 0.01mm trigger accuracy and adjustable actuation from 0.1mm to 3.4mm. Zero dead zone design supports DKS, MT, and TGL. These features are tuned for competitive play, so you will want to use the 2.4GHz or wired mode rather than Bluetooth.
Which should you choose?
Best for
- Competitive FPS players who want the lowest latency and simplest setup
- Users who need one keyboard for a gaming PC and a work laptop or tablet
- Travelers who want to leave the dongle plugged in and switch to Bluetooth on the go
Not for
- Gamers who only use a single desktop and never need Bluetooth
- Buyers who want the absolute lowest weight and do not need multiple connection modes
