Razer Chroma RGB Peripherals

[Hans Power]

So it's two decent products and one really, really shitty one. Honestly that's pretty much the average I expect from Razer products. I think they still have quite some work to do in the quality department. Oh, and I don't care about RGB lighting at all - that just would heavily distract from the gaming experience.

[Hans Power]

Just bought my DeathAdder Chroma... it's pretty awesome, I'm just praying it won't fail within a year

Are their mice also known for a high failure rate? I thought those at least would be a somewhat save bet.

[n0x1ous]

Aside from the fact that the switches feel nothing like a Cherry MX switch... But I guess you're waiting for Logitechs "100% original siwtches", right?

 

I don't mind those Razer switches to be honest, I could see them being good for gaming, but like any switch, I'd have to test it long-term to see how I felt about it.

 

However. I'm not at all liking this trend of jam-packing these boards with frankly useless features that take up unnecessary space (Macro keys, dedicated media keys as opposed to them being function modifiers). I'm buying a tenkeyless shortly into the new year, and it will be a Leopold FC750R, in white. That to me represents more than enough keyboard

 

Personally I'm just sick of reading the shitstorm of "Only buy Corsair products because they have original Cherry switches". What's wrong with there being more options on the market?

No not waiting for the Logitech.  I have the K65RGB and its fantastic.  I've got no problem with other options being available (I have an original Blackwidow Ultimate w/ Cherry Blues too) but why Razer thinks they can charge the same or more for the knockoff's are beyond me.  Linus and others have commented that the Kalih switches are not as consistent.  I'll stick with the German precision.

 

However if Razer shaved $25 or so off compared to Corsair, I think it would be an easier recommendation.

[n0x1ous]

Are their mice also known for a high failure rate? I thought those at least would be a somewhat save bet.

Ive been using deathadders since 2007.  I have an original, a black edition, and a 2013 edition.  All still working perfectly

[ChrisxIxCross]

RGB is pointless when it comes to messing around with it, doing effects, modes etc. its a distraction imo. I want to be paying attention to my monitor not my keyboard. Only benefit i see with rgb is if you really want certain switch + color combo that matches your build. Or if you change up your color scheme of your build you won't have to worry about your keyboard/mouse not matching anymore. 

[Hans Power]

Ive been using deathadders since 2007.  I have an original, a black edition, and a 2013 edition.  All still working perfectly

Well, that's something I guess. The only Razer product I'm interested in, anyway would be the Razer Sabertooth and I hope that one holds up longevity wise - if price was a measurement for that it would last 20years min but that's not how it usually works, unfortunately.

[BaSkA]

Finally got home so I can watch the video....

 

I LITERALLY ROFL'D AT 2:54 "So next time you're gaming at the local IMAX, you can crank that shit up". Thank you Linus/writer(s), I'm even happier with my DeathAdder Chroma now.

 

 

Are their mice also known for a high failure rate? I thought those at least would be a somewhat save bet.

 

Many products yeah, but I don't think the DeathAdder is known for its high failure rates. Rather, I have seen many complaints of buttons getting "squeashy" and wheels feeling weird/breaking. With that said, I'm gonna treat my mouse like egyptian porcelain (gently).

[Deserter15]

My keyboard was only $20 and it works just fine for gaming.  The only mechanical keyboard I've every used was so annoying because it just constantly was *click click click*.

[TheProfosist]

Ill probably be picking one of the DA chroma' next week to compare to my 2013.

[n0x1ous]

Ill probably be picking one of the DA chroma' next week to compare to my 2013.

it IS a 2013 just with RGB lighting.

[TheProfosist]

it IS a 2013 just with RGB lighting.

And a new 10,000 dpi infrared sensor.

[n0x1ous]

And a new 10,000 dpi infrared sensor.

is that really even worth mentioning?  no optical sensor goes that high chalk it up to marketing.  pretty much since 1800 dpi came and went any more has been useless

[TheProfosist]

is that really even worth mentioning? no optical sensor goes that high chalk it up to marketing. pretty much since 1800 dpi came and went any more has been useless

I just said it was a infrared sensor, technically infrared optical. Also ill just point you over to the G502 if you dont think ones that high exist.

I disagree there though I've been using 1600 dpi for gaming since it was possible. I have found uses for higher dpi outside of gaming though. Also it's a new sensor and I'd like to try it.

[R0ADK1LL]

I have a Logitech G510S & it's pretty great. Having a small LCD screen & using Aida 64 to monitor FPS, CPU & CPU temps & speeds, RAM usage etc. makes all the difference.

 

The new G10 Orion Spark looks good too, being able to utilise a cell phone screen could be even better if the right apps are out there. I've never really used a mechanical keyboard but the Romer-G switches look OK. I like the way that it allows the keys to be properly backlit. Personally I don't like the look of the Corsair lighting that tries to blind you with lights around the keys.

[Qub3d]

NCIX: http://bit.ly/1pb42jw

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The new Chroma line-up from Razer is pretty darn cool, but can it compete with the current kings of the new RGB peripheral market?

 

Do I care about RGB lighting? No. It's a huge gimmick that people buy only because it can be difficult to find something with accent lighting to match your scheme. If you don't care about backlights or color coordination, its a waste of money.

[TheProfosist]

Do I care about RGB lighting? No. It's a huge gimmick that people buy only because it can be difficult to find something with accent lighting to match your scheme. If you don't care about backlights or color coordination, its a waste of money.

Except the DA as its the same price and is better.

[pk-man]

RGB on a headset is so pointless......You cant even see it when wearing it.

 

Yes, I do wish Corsair would release a M45 RGB (without tramp stamp of course)

[TheProfosist]

RGB on a headset is so pointless......You can even see it when wearing it.

Yes, I do wish Corsair would release a M45 RGB (without tramp stamp of course)

I agree

Also could care less about that and actually think a yellow accented M45 could look good.

[DeViLzzz]

In regards to headsets I just can't stand to wear them while sitting at a pc & I'm glad I'm not playing mmorpgs anymore so I don't need one.  RGB or not no headset for me is preferred.  As for Razer mice my only experience with them ended with my mouse dropping dead in a year's time.  Now in regards to the Razer Lachesis we had my son said he liked the feel of the mouse compared to the SteelSeries Kana I got him next & I agree with his opinion too on the Razer Lachesis vs the SteelSeries Kana.  Now even though we had our Razer mouse break I will consider Razer again in the future for sure because no matter what mouse I try I still haven't found the perfect gaming mouse.  In our home we also have used the Logitech 300 & while it is comfortable to use for basic things the extra buttons are not big enough to make it easier to hit the extra buttons you want.  Also with the mouse near the logo the paint/coloring is coming off. So yeah Razer I may try another mouse you make in the future because the competition can't make perfect mice either yet.  As for the RGB keyboard it looks awesome & probably would be something I'd buy if I had the money to blow right now.  Still though I hope to see many color options in the future for the actual casing of these RGB keyboards as I would like to get my daughter one someday & she sure as heck isn't going to want black casing for her RGB keyboard.

[SassyPants]

zero fucks are given about RGB lighting... 

[EChondo]

I want RGB, but that's only because I want to be able to set different colors to match my build and room. Otherwise I would just get either a white LED or purple LED backlit keyboard.

 

Also, thank you Linus for calling Corsair's logo a tramp stamp and calling them out for using that piss yellow on their products. 

[shananigans89]

I want RGB lighting on my Logitech G710+ and then i'll never need another keyboard again

[lostonetr]

I think of the RGB as more of a gimmick, but curious to see how the DA Chroma performs. Many didn't like the 2013 edition for smoothing.