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Razer DeathAdder

 

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  • User Score (863)
    8.8 8.8 from 863 reviewers
  • Expert Score (18)
    8.7 8.7 from 18 reviewers
  • Design (50)
    7.9 7.9 from 50 reviewers
  • Value for money (60)
    7.6 7.6 from 60 reviewers
  • Features (24)
    8.5 8.5 from 24 reviewers
  • Ease of use (56)
    8.4 8.4 from 56 reviewers
  • Performance (2)
    8.0 8.0 from 2 reviewers
  • Durability (13)
    7.4 7.4 from 13 reviewers
  • Reliability (2)
    6.3 6.3 from 2 reviewers
  • Overall quality (20)
    8.8 8.8 from 20 reviewers
  • Looks (6)
    9.1 9.1 from 6 reviewers
  • Accuracy (16)
    8.8 8.8 from 16 reviewers
  • Installation (4)
    9.1 9.1 from 4 reviewers
  • Compatibility (28)
    8.1 8.1 from 28 reviewers
  • Ergonomics (14)
    8.4 8.4 from 14 reviewers
  • Speed performance (2)
    9.1 9.1 from 2 reviewers
  • Usability (6)
    9.1 9.1 from 6 reviewers
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  • Expert Reviews

  1. Bjorn3d.com

    Bjorn3d.com
    9.5/10
    16 June 2010

    Finally there is a gaming mouse, that converts my South Claw into a South Paw. Read more

    • Good Quality, Excellent fit for left handed users, Smooth Non jarring movement of the mouse
    • Other then nitpicking; Nothing

  2. Digitaltrends

    Digitaltrends
    7.0/10
    17 December 2007

    Razer DeathAdder Mouse is intended for serious gamers, but there are better options out there. The Razer DeathAdder is a fairly straight-forward, no-nonsense gaming mouse with just five buttons and a cool blue glowing mouse wheel. It’s a gaming mouse that covers the basics quite well without a lot of fancy extras. It’s not quite as feature-rich as its competition, however, and we had to jump through several hoops to get the software working. Read more

    • Great shape and feel; accurate tracking; extremely comfortable
    • DPI switching is done through software; driver issues

  3. maximum pc

    maximum pc
    9.0/10
    28 August 2008

    We love the shape of this mouse—it’s comfortable for even the longest session—and the DeathAdder just gets better from there. The sensor delivers pixel-perfect accuracy, and we love that the driver lets us adjust everything from X and Y sensitivity to the lights on the mouse. We’re still not sold on the idea of constantly updating firmware for a mere mouse, but Razer’s built a highly compelling rodent with the DeathAdder. Read more

    • Pixel-perfect sensor, uber-comfortable design, and sexy matte finish kick serious ass.
    • No on-the-fly detents in for precision sensitivity adjustments.

  4. Neoseeker

    Neoseeker
    1 December 2009

    Today we look at a gaming mouse, from gamer-friendly company Razer. The DeathAdder recently had an upgrade, and we'll take it through the paces to see what it is all about. Read more

  5. Laptop-Review.eu

    Laptop-Review.eu
    8.0/10
    2 March 2010

    Considering the price, DR is a very reasonable mouse. The optimised sensor gives the aging Deathadder a well-deserved boost and makes it a worthwhile acquaintance. The mouse performs very well when it comes to precision, especially at the price. The exterior is quite satisfactory as well, in spite of the few buttons, low weight and a somewhat cheap choice of materials and wheel. Read more

    • Price, Buttons/response, The updated sensor
    • Few buttons, Wheel and materials have a slightly cheap feel

  6. CPU3D

    CPU3D
    9.5/10
    12 November 2007

    After hearing all these players saying it’s the best mouse to buy ... well, personally I think it is. If you are thinking to buy a new mouse, then the Razer Deathadder could be a good choice. It maybe a bit pricey, but once you see the capability of  this mouse and what it can do for your gaming experience, then money you have spent is well worth it. Read more

  7. techarkade.com

    techarkade.com
    22 January 2009

    About Razer:   Razer collaborates with gamers to develop, manufacture and market cutting-edge gaming peripherals utilizing proprietary technologies that give gamers the competitive edge. Read more

  8. Pimprig

    9.5/10
    11 April 2007

    Like a car, a cell phone, or a computer case, the mouse we choose is a reflection of our own needs and desires. The DeathAdder just so happens to fit my desires to a tee. The first optical mouse I purchased for gaming was the original Intellimouse Explorer. It was poorly built and lasted less than a year, but its 5-button design and ergonomic shape put it head and shoulders above its contemporaries at the time. Read more

  9. Phoronix

    Phoronix
    9.0/10
    10 February 2007

    While testing the Razer DeathAdder, the thought had occurred what we like better whether it would be the prestigious Copperhead or the new DeathAdder. The DeathAdder's design is larger and different in many respects from the Copperhead while it continues to improve upon Razer's mouse technology. We had actually liked the slight increase in the size and its overall ergonomics. Read more

  10. Digit-Life

    Digit-Life
    14 March 2008

    It's a very good mouse. It might have been even better, but let's hope that such improvements will appear in future products. You should consider buying this mouse, if you liked your Explorer product and are now looking for a replacement. But don't rush things, we'll soon review another interesting product from the same family. Read more

  • User Reviews

  1. Great mouse for lefties

    Bestbuy
    10/10
    Reviewer: chpenn, Bestbuy
    23 September 2011

    This is my first actual expensive mouse. I normally buy cheaper ones which you can use for either hand, but after my last one broke after only a year or so of use, I decided to try looking for left-handed ones. This was one of the few models that was available, so I decided to look at it in store. It's a bit bigger than I usually use, but after a month or so, it works well, and fits my hand. Read more

    • Works well, no compatability problems.
    • A bit big for travel use.

  2. It's perfect for FPS and RTS

    Amazon
    10/10
    Reviewer: melly, Amazon
    4 days ago See Product at Amazon ($46.74)

    3500 DPI is overkill IMO but whatever The thumb isn't as comfy as the MX518, but the buttons are much more accessible. The ML, MR and MMB along with the mid curvature of the mouse is perfect and form fitting. Even though the mouse had 2 LEDs in it that makes the MMS and the body logo glow/pulse the mouse dose not get hot like Logitech most newer mice. (the lights can also be turned off) A great thing about the mouse is that it's made for medium to large handed people. Read more or see product

  3. Good at first

    Newegg
    6.0/10
    Reviewer: Cory, Newegg
    2 weeks ago

    This mouse was great when the scroll wheel completely worked. When I try to scroll, it will scroll randomly (3 up, 2 down or 1 down 5 up). I looked this up and it seems to be a common problem with this mouse. Read more

    • Excellent at first
    • After a couple months, the scroll wheel starts to act weird and eventually completely stops cooperating with you.

  4. "Razer's way of saying "don't fix what isn't broken"."

    CNET
    10/10
    Reviewer: RipperLord, CNET
    23 December 2011

    Flawless design that has been around for quite awhile. Easily one of the greatest gaming mice you can get on the market. Read more

    • - Right-handed ergonomic design - Sleek black gloss with black rubber matte grip shell - Powerful and accurate laser - Soft blue glowing Razer logo - Excellent Teflon ...
    • - Scratches easily - Builds up dust and dirt easily

  5. An excellent gaming mouse

    J&R
    10/10
    Reviewer: ender, J&R
    16 July 2009

    I had an old mouseman which was slowly breaking, didn't track properly, and was generally a poor fit. A friend recommended this to me, so I picked one up. It's great for every day use (noticeably better than my old mouse, which is still used on another machine) but it really shines in gaming. My aim has improved immensely using this mouse (and changing some settings) I have no real complaints about it. Read more

    • Accurate Tracking, Comfortable Design, Fast Response

  6. gdgt

    gdgt
    9.0/10
    Reviewer: Sabayon, gdgt
    4 October 2011

    Everyone knows that Razer is known for their ultimate gaming products. They provide that edge for that hardcore gamer to be better then the best. With the release of the Razer DeathAdder they definitely accomplished that "edge". The DeathAdder in simplest terms is that its Razer's Masterpiece when it comes to its gaming mouse line. Since the Release of the DeathAdder there have been 2 other mice released under the Razer brand. They can't even be compared either. Read more

  7. The perfect Economic Mouse for the Average Gamer

    10/10
    Reviewer: oyw123, Ciao
    4 days ago

    From my point of view, the razer deathadder mouse is the perfect mouse. It does not matter whether you are a serious hardcore gamer or a casual web surfer, the razer deathadder simply fills all the possible roles and is THE BEST mouse that anyone can have. Speaking as a Starcraft 2 gamer, the razer deathadder drastically increased my gameplay. Read more

    • There is a very natural feel, the overall appearance is well done, and theres a gold platted usb
    • Not much. Perhaps one thing is that it's slightly on the light side for me.

  8. Razer DeathAdder

    Overclock
    10/10
    Reviewer: Chapstick, Overclock
    30 September 2007

    The mouse itself looks sleek and very stylish, the glowing Razer logo and blue wheel looks amazing. The ergonomic design is really simple and nice, the concave buttons will prevent your fingers from slipping away. The surface has that professional high quality rubber feeling, quite nice. The 3G laser is amazing, I don't know if you'll notice it in-game but it's more precise and accurate which is a good plus if your a FPS freak like me. Read more

    • Nice texture, affordable, 3G laser, blue leds, ergonomics
    • Teflon feet not that smooth

  9. Love the mouse but it's just not durable

    epinions.com
    8.0/10
    Reviewer: sahovaman, epinions.com
    30 September 2007

    I purchased my razer mouse September 11th, 2009 and within one year I have had 3 of these mice (My t Read more

    • Comfortable, looks good
    • durability issues, dpi adjustment in an awkward place

  10. Razer, cutting edge technology when it comes to mice

    Dooyoo
    9.3/10
    Reviewer: direwolf, Dooyoo
    1 March 2008

    Fantastic Gaming mouse, a must have for those UT and counter strike fans Read more

    • Everything about it
    • The material used on the surface of the mouse, although decent does make sweat show up

  • WikiFreak Description

Razer DeathAdder

The DeathAdder is the first gaming mouse in the market equipped with Razer’s 1800 dpi Precision 3G infrared sensor. It offers ultrapolling at 1000 Hz allowing for a response time of 1 millisecond. Apart from this, the Razer DeathAdder operates at 6400 frames per second (5.8 megapixels per second). It has a tracking speed of 60 to 120 inches per second (IPS), acceleration of 15G and a 16-bit data path.

The Razer Death Adder, which measures 2.8 x 1.7 x 5 inches (W x H x D), featur…

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Razer DeathAdder

The DeathAdder is the first gaming mouse in the market equipped with Razer’s 1800 dpi Precision 3G infrared sensor. It offers ultrapolling at 1000 Hz allowing for a response time of 1 millisecond. Apart from this, the Razer DeathAdder operates at 6400 frames per second (5.8 megapixels per second). It has a tracking speed of 60 to 120 inches per second (IPS), acceleration of 15G and a 16-bit data path.

The Razer Death Adder, which measures 2.8 x 1.7 x 5 inches (W x H x D), features an ergonomic right-handed design. It possesses a smooth rubber coated matte black enclosure with illuminated blue accents.

The mouse offers five buttons equipped with Razer’s Hyperesponse technology. These ultra-large non-slip buttons are independently programmable. When used with its default settings, the DeathAdder has the standard left and right mouse buttons, the vertical scroll wheel, and the forward and back thumb buttons. This wired mouse has a seven-foot, lightweight non-tangle cord that ends in a gold-plated USB connector.

Apart from these, the DeathAdder comes with Razer’s trademark zero-acoustic Ultraslick Teflon feet. This allows it to glide smoothly over gaming surfaces. Among the other Razer trademarks that the DeathAdder is equipped with include On-The-Fly Sensitivity adjustment and the Always-On mode.

Razer’s included software driver allows users to change the DeathAdder’s overall sensitivity settings. It also customizes other settings such as X and Y axis amendment, acceleration, and Windows mouse speed. It also allows users to turn Razer’s Glow-Logo on or off.

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  • Manufacturer's Description

  • Ergonomic right-handed design
  • Ultra-large non-slip buttons
  • 16-bit ultra-wide data path
  • 60–120 inches per second and 15g of acceleration
  • Gold-plated USB connector
  • Seven-Foot, lightweight, braided fiber cable
  • Approximate size: 128mm (length) x 70mm (width) x 42.5mm (height)
  • PC / Mac with USB port
  • Windows® 7 / Windows Vista® / Windows® XP or Mac OS X (v10.4 and above)
  • Internet connection (for driver installation)
  • At least 35MB of hard disk space

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