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Razer DeathAdder

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    9.3 9.3 from 23 reviewers
  • Expert Score (13)
    8.8 8.8 from 13 reviewers
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  • accurate tracking, great shape and feel, excellent customisation software, five user programmable buttons, very responsive during gaming
  • driver issues, improved ergonomics, including macros, impressive 1800 dpi resolution, fully programmable

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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), 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 Specs

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    1800dpi Razer Precision™ 3G infrared sensor
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    Ergonomic right-handed design
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    1000Hz Ultrapolling™ / 1ms response
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    Five independently programmable Hyperesponse™ buttons
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    On-The-Fly Sensitivity™ adjustment
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    Always-On™ mode
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    Ultra-large non-slip buttons
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    16-bit ultra-wide data path
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    6400 frames per second (5.8 megapixels per second)
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    60–120 inches per second and 15g of acceleration

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The Razer DeathAdder™ gaming mouse is the world’s first 3G infrared sensor gaming mouse. This ultimate gaming mouse with ergonomic right-handed design provides maximum comfort during intensive game…

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  1. Razer DeathAdder Gaming Mouse

    27 August 2007

    Razor has made significant improvements over their earlier line of gaming mice, with the DeathAdder . It’s definitely the best-looking mouse in Razer’s line-up with its rubberized surface, blue-illuminated click-wheel and pulsating Razer logo. Killer looks may impress at LAN parties or make your desk look like a million bucks—but they don’t win games or make them more comfortable or enjoyable to play. Fortunately, the DeathAdder can back up its looks with its... Read more

  2. Razer DeathAdder

    Reviewer: Digitaltrends
    03 August 2007
    Overall 7
    7.0
     

    If you’re a gamer and want a comfortable mouse, the DeathAdder will serve you well but our advice is to just plug in the DeathAdder and don’t even bother with the software. It’s a hassle to get it to work, and then it’s a hassle to have to open a software utility to change the mouse’s sensitivity. We’ve been living with this feature (DPI switching) on our Logitech mouse for the past few years, and having to use software to do the same thing just feels old... Read more

  3. Razer DeathAdder Laser Mouse

    Reviewer: CPU3D
    30 July 2007
    Overall 10
    10
     

    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. Razer DeathAdder with its ergonomic right-handed design and its 3G infrared sensor, shows that it is a good choice... Read more

  4. Razer DeathAdder

    Reviewer: Modders-Inc
    01 July 2007

    The Razer DeathAdder mouse does give up a few dpi compared to the Copperhead series, but with the 3rd gen infrared tracking you do not notice it and well quite frankly it is much better. I found that the control of the DeathAdder was much better than my trusted G5 mouse; man that was hard to say as I really like that mouse. After a few practice games in COD2 while trying to dial in the settings I was ready to take on the younger and faster players than me. I felt that I... Read more

  5. Razer DeathAdder

    Reviewer: maximum pc
    15 June 2007

    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

  1. Razer DeathAdder

    Reviewer: oXi, Overclock
    3 weeks ago
    Overall 9
    9.0
     

    Very responsive. Teflon feet are very smooth, not perfect, but nice glide over my steelseries pad. Mouse wheel has some resistance so no accidental scroll's when clicking the wheel as a button. The two thumb located buttons are a good size and nicely positioned, easy to click. The pulsing razer logo is kinda trippy lol. Read more

  2. Razer does it again!

    Reviewer: Devo85x, maximum pc
    26 September 2008

    I have the Razer Copperhead mouse and i have been very satisfied with it.  I am a little disapointed to learn that this version doesnt have on-the-fly since that is a HUGLY helpful part of the mouse... Read more

  3. Razer DeathAdder Gaming Mouse

    Reviewer: Apple Store
    21 June 2008

    The world's first 3G infrared sensor gaming mouse, Razer's DeathAdder with Lunar White accents gives you a true competitive edge. Read more

  4. Great mouse

    Reviewer: Cadoo, Digitaltrends
    19 December 2007
    Overall 9
    9.0
     

    I have this mouse for 2 weeks. It's great for the money I've paid. Also, I don't have any issues with mouse software on my motherboard which is nForce 550. Mouse is especially good for FPS games like Call of Duty 4. You won't regret if you buy this little gem. Read more

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