The 5K by QPAD uses a Laser sensor from Avago, specifically the ADNS-9500, providing a DPI/CPI range of 90 - 5040 CPI. This results in a tracking speed of 150 inches/sec, 3.8m/sec, and a maximum acceleration of 30G. It uses a USB, gold plated connection with a 2m braided cable. It weighs in at 155 g grams with the cable and is approximately 125 x 90 x 42 (LxWxH).

QPAD 5K features a powerful navigation engine, adapted for high performance laser navigation. It has been specifically designed for high-end professional gamers, and enables extremely high-speed motion detection and high resolution to provide precise tracking capabilities which are required for many of today's most popular gaming applications. QPAD 5K's new laser sensor is ideal for gamers who require precise high-speed tracking on a variety of different surfaces.