NZXT Avatar Gaming Mouse Review

Posted by: Vinh Thai (SirMango) on: 05/23/2009 01:53 AM [ Print | 0 comment(s) ]

Closer Look
Once taken out from its packaging, the mouse was analysed. The mouse is fairly black, though it has a slight grey shade to it. The mouse has an overall rubbery feel, but it is still smooth to the touch, and it can be easily stained by oily fingers. The two buttons posterior to the middle button are pre-configured as the DPI switchers. They are well positioned, and can be easily accessed with the index finger. The DPI indicator on the left side has three light indicators.

Seeing as it is ambidextrous, the Avatar is symmetric and features sharp curved sides. The sides of the Avatar also have a rubbery feel to them, and they feature small pores to enhance grip. Two side buttons, once on each side, are protruding. These buttons preconfigured as forward and back are well positioned for the thumb. Yet, clicking the side button with the ring or little fingers is more difficult, and the button was more or less useless in my experience.

All buttons, including the scroll wheel, have a nice tactile feedback, sufficient resistance to not cause cramps and a discreet sound when clicked. The company’s logo is also etched at the posterior of the mouse.

At the bottom of the Avatar, three Teflon feet ensure that the mouse glides effortlessly across most surfaces. The bottom face is glossy, and it is reminiscent of Razer-made mice. The Avatar uses a 2600dpi Japan-made infrared sensor, which is more than sufficient for most gamers and up-to-par with what is offered on the market.