25 June 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ROCCAT Taito Control Gaming Surface Released

New mid-size cloth mousepad with exceptional glide and control For serious gamers who thrive with a cloth mouse surface with more control ROCCAT adds a new gaming surface to its Taito Series. The expertly crafted Taito Control takes the award-winning blueprint of the original Taito and re-develops it with an emphasis on more precise control. At a comfortable mid-size of 400 X 320mm and a design focused on extended durability, the Taito Control is a high-spec pad that won’t let you down. Most cloth mousepads try to provide gamers with a balance between glide and control, excelling at neither. For gamers who want a cloth pad with more control, there is no more need to compromise. The Taito Control features […]

23 May 2015AudioBy Hank Tolman

Roccat Kave XTD 5.1 Analog Headset Review

One of the most critical weapons in any gamer’s arsenal is a good gaming headset. A good headset gives you the ability to isolate outside noise while providing detailed, sharp, and clear sound from all sides. A gaming headset also lets you easily and understandably communicate with the other members of your team. In this article, Benchmark Reviews is looking at the Roccat Kave XTD 5.1 Analog Headset and compares it directly with other top Gaming Headsets to see what sets it apart and how well it performs.

7 April 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ROCCAT Kave XTD 5.1 Analog Headset Announced

The original Kave gets its highly anticipated analog successor in 2015 ROCCAT Studios, Germany’s game peripheral powerhouse adds a member to the Kave family with the ROCCAT Kave XTD 5.1 Analog, set to hit online stores and retailers this April. The XTD 5.1 Analog brings true premium 5.1 surround sound headset technology to your gaming experience, with all of the bells, whistles and comfort features gamers have come to know and expect from a ROCCAT offering. The fully immersive, this Kave headset comes equipped with two 40mm driver units, a 30mm vibration unit in each ear cup, a dual-mode remote for highly efficient, time-saving audio control adjustment, and a convenient LED light-tipped mouthpiece that ensures you know when you’re on […]

24 November 2014AccessoriesBy Greg Schepers

ROCCAT Apuri Active USB Hub Review

As if we did not already have enough to appreciate in terms of the number of quality gaming peripherals that ROCCAT has been making available to us recently, we can be thankful that this organization has also been placing focus on providing us with accessories to complement the aforementioned gaming peripherals. One of the more intriguing of these accessories, the ROCCAT Apuri Active USB Hub with Mouse Bungee, is in the Benchmark Reviews spotlight today. ROCCAT calls the Apuri the, “first component of the ROCCAT Smart Desktop Management System (SDMS) offer[ing] you the perfect combination of style of functionality right there on your desktop.” That certainly sounds like a compelling piece of gaming equipment. I invite you to read on in order to get our thoughts on this device.

30 October 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ROCCAT Ryos TKL Pro Mechanical Gaming Keyboard Debuts

The Ryos TKL Pro mechanical gaming keyboard arrives in stores, in style ROCCAT Studios adds yet another keyboard to its roster of Ryos peripherals in the Ryos TKL Pro gaming keyboard, with an eye cast toward design and function suited for the eSports-centric gamer. The most complete tenkeyless mechanical keyboard on the market, the Ryos TKL Pro hits retailers and online shops worldwide today, arriving with tons of hands-on research and testing already on the books via our own gaming living legend HyuN, the number one StarCraft II player in the world, as well as our engineers and other professional gamers. Says René Korte, CEO and founder of ROCCAT Studios. “I’m in it to win it, so you’ll never […]

ROCCAT Kave XTD Premium Stereo Gaming Headset

20 October 201427 November 2015AudioBy Greg Schepers

ROCCAT Kave XTD Stereo Headset Review

ROCCAT is not a newcomer in terms of producing quality gaming headsets. A variety of ROCCAT gaming headset models, which includes the in-ear variety, are currently available. The current addition to the stable, the ROCCAT Kave XTD Stereo Gaming Headset, is regarded by ROCCAT as possessing the, “highest quality sound experience gamers can engage in.” Considering that these Kave XTD Stereo Gaming Headsets are equipped with 50mm neodymium speaker units in each ear cup, that statement is within the realm of possibility.

30 September 201430 September 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ROCCAT Tyon Gaming Mouse Released

Revolutionary gaming mouse with a dorsal fin, 16 assignable buttons and 31 distinct functions now available at Best Buy ROCCAT™ announces the global availability of the highly touted and much anticipated Tyon All Action Gaming mouse. The next step in gaming mice evolution and a true game changer, the Tyon sets the bar for gaming control and precision by putting every major action in the palm of the players’ hand. ROCCAT Tyon features the X-Celerator, a two-way analog stick that allows gamers to throttle, sprint, rotate tank turrets, and more directly from their mice. Extensively tested and perfected by professional gamers to guarantee responsiveness and ease of use, the X-Celerator is a major shift in mouse design for FPS gaming […]

25 September 201429 September 2014Computer Hardware SpotlightBy Greg Schepers

ROCCAT TALK FX Overview

From what they have shown us recently, the people at ROCCAT have a clear vision; to develop well-built, innovative, and high-quality gaming peripherals. What is truly impressive is that ROCCAT has been able to produce several devices in a relatively short amount of time without sacrificing anything from a quality standpoint. In addition, ROCCAT developed a new feature, called ROCCAT TALK, to accompany these devices, which provides gamers with an unmatched level of functional customization. Having had the opportunity to review ROCCAT devices and test the ROCCAT TALK feature, Benchmark Reviews is able to provide you with a first-hand account of this revolutionary feature.

24 September 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ROCCAT Kave XTD Stereo Gaming Headset Launched

ROCCAT’s latest gaming headset brings premium quality to the masses ROCCAT Studios adds another peripheral to its gaming stable, with the Kave XTD Stereo Gaming Headset arriving in stores today. “When ROCCAT designs a headset, we make big claims, and we back them up. Our renowned Kave XTD Series has a brand new family member, providing high-class stereo sound with supreme design quality.” These are the words of René Korte, founder and CEO of ROCCAT Studios, speaking on the brand new Kave XTD Stereo Gaming Headset. On the crystal clear clarity of the XTD Stereo, René continues, “You want to hear everything from the rustle of boots through tall grass, your opponent whispering to one another, the casual conversation of […]

19 August 2014PeripheralsBy Greg Schepers

ROCCAT Kone XTD Gaming Mouse Review

One of the real movers and shakers right now in the world of gaming peripherals is ROCCAT. This organization continues to give us something to talk about on a consistent basis. Just look at the recent history; we have three very new products to check out including the Tyon gaming mouse, the Nyth MMO mouse, and the Skeltr gaming keyboard. In this review, Benchmark Reviews has the opportunity to look at the ROCCAT Kone XTD, which is a souped-up version of the Kone[+]. The ROCCAT Kone XTD is armed with a 8200 DPI Pro Aim R3 laser sensor, an obvious upgrade from the 6000 DPI Pro Aim laser sensor of the Kone[+]. There are some other treats as well onboard the Kone XTD, like the 32-bit Turbo Core V2 72MHz ARM MCU processor and what ROCCAT claims is “the most advanced Tracking & Distance Control Unit around.”

12 August 201412 August 2014AudioBy Jason Vaught

ROCCAT Kave XTD 5.1 Digital Headset Review

The Roccat Kave XTD 5.1 Digital Surround Sound gaming headset is the latest headset offering from the innovative people at Roccat. The Kave XTD 5.1 promises to make huge advancements over its predecessor, the Roccat Kave 5.1 analog. The Kave XTD 5.1 Digital brings a USB interface, a speaker pass-through function, cellular Bluetooth connectivity, and a revamped in-line remote. In this article, Benchmark Reviews investigates.

12 August 201413 September 2014PeripheralsBy Greg Schepers

ROCCAT Ryos MK Pro Mechanical Keyboard Review

ROCCAT is certainly not a newcomer to providing peripherals to gamers; they’ve produced many models of gaming mice, keyboards, headsets, and even gaming laptops. It is the innovators, like the people at ROCCAT, that continue to keep PC gaming more than merely relevant, and Benchmark reviews is proud to bring you this review of ROCCAT’s first mechanical keyboard; the ROCCAT Ryos MK Pro Mechanical Gaming Keyboard. Considering the quality of the entire line of peripherals that ROCCAT has to offer, there is no reason to think that the Ryos MK Pro will be anything but impressive.

7 August 2014PeripheralsBy David Shields

Roccat ISKU FX Gaming Keyboard Review

ROCCAT is a German company that produces gaming peripherals including gaming mice and keyboards, mouse pads, and sound systems. The ISKU FX is ROCCAT’s mid-range gaming keyboard, clocking in at $79.99. The ISKU FX features multicolor illumination, 8 configurable media and hotkeys, ROCCAT TALK, macro recording, dedicated profile switches, 36 macro keys, and an extra large wrist rest for comfort during long gaming sessions. The features and illumination options make the ISKU FX an attractive option, but can it compete with the many other gaming keyboards in the market? In this Benchmark Reviews article I will discuss the many features of the ROCCAT ISKU FX, the accompanying driver software, and how this keyboard compares to others options on the market.

6 August 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ROCCAT Nyth Gaming Mouse and Skeltr Gaming Keyboard Debut

Two gaming peripherals like none other set to debut at the Rocc-City booth for Cologne’s Gamescom 2014 ROCCAT Studios rolls full-speed into late summer with a fresh and exciting design philosophy, and two groundbreaking new products to represent ROCCAT’s trailblazing peripheral creation. Making their first appearances at Gamescom 2014 in Cologne, Germany this August, the Nyth gaming mouse, and Skeltr gaming keyboard are set to take the gaming world by storm. René Korte, CEO and founder of ROCCAT discusses the amazingly versatile Nyth, an MMO mouse that is so much more. Says René, “We’ve wanted to develop our own MMO mouse for a long time, but like always, we end up seeing a bigger picture once we begin brainstorming. MMO […]

22 July 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ROCCAT Future Ready Gaming Peripherals Debut at Gamescom 2014

Complete repertoire of next generation gaming peripherals showcased in Cologne, Germany from August 13th to 17th ROCC-City booth features interactive exhibits, new games and tons of prizes Gamescom, one of the most highly anticipated gaming trade fairs in the world, and the largest held in Europe, once again hosts ROCCAT Studios August 13 17. This year, ROCCAT goes all out, bringing an entire gaming city to Hall 8, Booth A10 in what we’’re proudly calling, ROCC-City, where one of the most exciting announcements in ROCCAT’s history will be shared with the public. World’’s First New mouse and keyboard at Gamescom The biggest news coming out of ROCCAT during Gamescom is the reveal of two revolutionary products set to pave the […]

21 June 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ROCCAT Kone Pure Military Mouse Introduced

ROCCAT hits the ground running with new entries into their peripheral catalogue with a military edge ROCCAT Studios, German manufacturer of high-quality gaming peripherals, proudly introduces the latest in our Kone series, the Kone Pure Military gaming mouse. The Kone Pure Military presents a series of themed visual styles for players to select, from Camo Charge and Naval Storm, to the Desert Strike variant, with all of the excellent features gamers would expect in a Kone mouse. It comes standard with our patented Easy-Shift[+] technology, highly customizable illumination via LED lights with brilliant 16.8 million discrete colors, in a sleek, compact package that’s smaller than the instant classic Kone XTD, but with all of the durability and ergonomic function you’d […]

11 June 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ROCCAT Sova Modular Wireless Keyboard and Mousepad Debuts

Modular, latency-free wireless keyboard and mousepad combo takes living room gaming to the next level, Prototype of ROCCAT’s Sova on display during E3 at South Hall, Alienware Booth 1047 ROCCAT unveils the Sova, the first fully realized modular wireless keyboard and mousepad combo that shatters couch gaming limitations and delivers the outstanding desktop gaming experience in the comfort of your living room. The Sova eliminates uncomfortable couch gaming by consolidating peripherals into a centralized battle station, allowing gamers to fully immerse in the game. “Sova is the option for gamers wishing to expand their arena without sacrificing gaming experience,” says René Korte, ROCCAT founder and CEO. “Platforms like Steam are fantastic, but the experience can be devalued by the lack […]

3 June 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ROCCAT Tyon Gaming Mouse Announced

A new level of control for today’s many dimensions of gaming is here ROCCAT™, industry leader and high-water mark for computer game accessory development and design, has once again raised the bar for control and precision in gaming. With the most extensive set of streamlined, tested, expertly designed features available, the ROCCAT Tyon gaming mouse answers the needs of an increasingly nonlinear gaming experience with more dimensions of play than ever before. With 16 assignable buttons, 31 distinct possible functions, and a near limitless level of customization thanks to ROCCAT’s dedicated Easy-Shift[+] Button, the Tyon is a game-changer, literally. Today’s gaming experience demands players adapt to many dimensions of gameplay. Land, sea, air, space — gamers must master each layer […]

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17 March 2014PeripheralsBy Steven Iglesias-Hearst

ROCCAT Ryos MK Pro Gaming Keyboard Review

PC Gaming is not dead, it’s just that there isn’t as much innovation happening to steal the headlines. Tablets, Laptops and Consoles are taking the limelight. Sure they’re great for intermittent gaming but can’t really compete with the ultimate solution – The humble PC. ROCCAT is making its debut into the thriving mechanical keyboard market with three variants of its Ryos MK Mechanical Gaming Keyboard. In this review, Benchmark Reviews will be testing the top of the line ROCCAT Ryos MK Pro Mechanical Gaming Keyboard (model# ROC-12-851-BN – US Layout) with Cherry MX Brown switches and individual backlit keys.

11 March 2014PeripheralsBy Joe Gulczinski

Roccat Kone Pure Mouse Review

Roccat has recently introduced their sixth mouse in the Kone line up: the Kone Pure. Benchmark Review’s has had the opportunity to take the new Roccat Kone Pure for a spin and see what is so different from the previous iterations. This gaming mouse sports an all new laser sensor for the ultimate in sensitivity, perfect for ultra high monitor resolutions.

3 February 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ROCCAT Kave XTD 5.1 Digital Gaming Headset Released

ROCCAT™ Studios, German manufacturer of high-quality gaming peripherals, today announces the availability of the Kave XTD 5.1 Digital gaming headset in Europe and North America. The true 5.1 gaming headset is the flagship version of the new Kave XTD series. The Kave XTD 5.1 Digital builds upon the foundations laid by the original Kave headset, rebuilding it from the ground up and adding impressive innovations of its own, all the while refining the tried and tested feature set that made the original such a success. Smart improvements for smart gamers The Kave XTD 5.1 Digital includes a fully-equipped desktop remote with a built-in premium 5.1 sound card. Also included in the feature-packed remote is ROCCAT Smart Link, a patented technology […]

16 January 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ROCCAT Siru Ultra-thin Gaming Mousepad Released

Blade-thin gaming surface measures less than one millimeter, anchors to your desktop with non-slip backing ROCCAT today announces the availability of its cutting-edge gaming mousepad: the Siru. The unique, blade-thin gaming surface is less than a millimeter thick, making it one of the thinnest mousepads ever created. The ultra-thin, single-layer Siru is comprised of a battle-ready, easy-to-clean top that provides high glide and outstanding control; and a reusable, non-slip backing that anchors to your desktop. The innovative design of the mousepad provides direct desktop feedback, allowing for exceptionally precise tracking and lightning-fast aim corrections. Available in two stylish colors – Cryptic Blue and Pitch Black – the Siru is the perfect gaming companion of both laser and optical mice. BLADE-THIN […]

3 December 2013Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ROCCAT Kone Pure Color Phantom White Gaming Mouse Launched

Limited edition Kone Pure Color Phantom White celebrating five-year anniversary of multi-award-winning Kone series available in stores now ROCCAT today announces the availability of the Phantom White variation of the limited edition Kone Pure Color. Like the original Kone Pure, the Color edition features a high-end 8,200 DPI Pro-Aim R3 laser sensor and high quality Omron® switches. With features like Easy-Shift[+]™, Easy-Aim and ROCCAT Talk®, the Kone Pure Color is a powerful weapon in the hands of gamers fighting for point-streaks, lanes and bases. It is one of a series of limited edition products released over the course of 2013, which marks the “Year of the Kone” – celebrating the five-year anniversary of the Kone series. The Phantom White variation […]

17 October 201316 April 2018Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ROCCAT Ryos Series Gaming Keyboard Released

German manufacturer’s first mechanical gaming keyboard in stores now US gamers will be the first to get their hands on ROCCAT’s highly acclaimed mechanical gaming keyboard series. In terms of build quality, design and innovation, the German leading manufacturer of professional gaming peripherals sets a new standard with the release of the Ryos series. Three varying models offer popular features like Easy-Shift[+], ROCCAT Talk™, innovative per-key illumination and high quality Cherry MX© key switches, therefore providing the perfect fit for any kind of gamer. “PC gamers all over the world have been wishing for ROCCAT to come up with a mechanical keyboard – and finally here it is” says René Korte, ROCCAT founder and CEO. “Congratulations to everyone who has […]

22 August 201316 April 2018Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ROCCAT Kave XTD 5.1 Digital Gaming Headset Debuts

“Best Hardware” award: new headset nominated to be put before gamescom jury ROCCAT Studios, German manufacturer of high-quality gaming peripherals, today reveals the ROCCAT Kave XTD 5.1 Digital at gamescom in Cologne (hall 8.1, booth A010). The new device is the successor to the best selling true 5.1 gaming headset in the world: the original ROCCAT Kave 5.1. Based on community and customer feedback, the Kave XTD 5.1 Digital builds on the foundations laid by the original headset by improving existing features and introducing completely new and innovative ones of its own. The Kave XTD 5.1 Digital includes a fully-equipped desktop remote with a built-in premium 5.1 sound card. Also included in the feature-packed remote is ROCCAT Smart Link, a […]