Razer Mamba review

What you need to know

Reviewed by: Peter Brown

Reviewed on: 23 July 2009

Tags: Razer, Razer Mamba, accessories, laptops, connectivity

We like:

Wired and wireless usage modes; high polling rate ensures seamless wireless connection, even at high sensor resolutions; on-board memory lets you take your profiles and macros on the road

We don't like:

Very expensive; no on-the-fly macro recording; clunky USB cable is a hassle to plug into the mouse

CNET UK judgement:

The Razer Mamba provides unmatched precision, whether it's connected directly to your PC or set free in wireless mode, but, due to its cost, it's likely to appeal only to the most dedicated of gamers. If Razer fixed a few design and features issues, we'd feel better about the price

Full review:

If you're a PC gamer who's balked in the past at a wireless mouse because of reliability concerns, Razer's £115 Mamba may be the solution. Thanks to a high polling rate, the Mamba is the first mouse we've tested with lossless wireless connectivity. It also joins Microsoft's SideWinder X8 Mouse in offering a relatively seamless switch between wireless and wired modes. Continue Reading...