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Infrared Laser Gaming Mouse Final Thoughts
It is really challenging to illustrate how the Light Strike technology affects the long term gaming and desktop application impact when it comes down to raw speed and responsiveness. Think of it this way: remember when you upgraded from a mechanical drive to an SSD or an M.2. hard drive and was blown away by the access speeds and boot up times? This is a similar type of upgrade; however, it takes 2-3 days of learning how to use the mouse to feel the difference. To be honest at this point, this reviewer does not really want to go back to a mechanical switch version.
The only criticism would be to have a slightly heavier mouse wheel (perhaps metal) so one could spin through pages more quickly when necessary. The better solution already provided is the general multi-scroll (middle mouse button by default), but sometimes it would just be more satisfying to spin that wheel on desktop applications. Otherwise the response time is higher than the O.S. can handle concerning web pages and one can accidentally over shoot the target page.
Bloody ML160 Commander Conclusion
The performance of the ML160 is unparalleled due to the innovative Light Strike technology. Coupled with the Metal X Glide Pro mouse boots and the precision surface sensor calibrator, this is a formidable tool for not only gaming but desktop applications that demand it.
Appearance wise the ML160 is not too flashy, with only the bloody hand being able to change color (with the front vents); otherwise the pulsing effects are applied to all lights. The entire body is constructed with no deviations in the textured plastic, all parts fitting tight with zero rattling, (which makes sense since there is no metal switches to rattle). The master finishing touch is the metal plating on the bottom sporting the excellent mouse boots.
The functionality aspect is far and above what one would expect from he streamlined mouse drivers. Only three panels to sort through with the possibility of using any macro on the 17 buttons provided. Saving profiles to the 160K provided memory makes the ML160 portable between computers without reinstalling drivers.
The bloody ML160 Commander is available on line now for $69.99 (Amazon | Newegg). Surprisingly this is a price range aimed at mid-range gaming mice, where as the bloody ML160 offers features and technology that is far above that price-point considering “getting what you pay for.” If you are in the market for a mouse with a keypad, this is almost half price compared to leading competing brands and worth the money.
Pro’s
+ Light Strike technology perfected for micro switches.
+ Extreme mouse pads for almost frictionless use.
+ Once loaded and saved, drivers compliment keypad perfectly.
+ Flexibility between 4 cores lends functionality to any genre of game.
+ No metal parts in switches means no corrosion and is splash-proof.
Con’s
– Mouse wheel would benefit from heavier weight.
Ratings:
- Performance: 9.25
- Appearance: 9.00
- Construction: 9.25
- Functionality: 9.00
- Value: 9.50
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