Razer imperator gaming mouse - black

I owned the mouse for about a week. No problems. Then it started to act like it got disconnected from the USB. The cursor would stop and no amount of fiddling with buttons on the mouse would make it move. I had to unplug and replug the USB for it to work again. Then a couple days later I noticed that the cursor was starting to move in the opposite direction of my movement. This only happened at slow speeds, but it was very annoying trying to get a sniper shot, only to have the cursor move in the exact opposite direction I wanted it to!

This problem worsened a bit, but I didn't give it long to see how bad it would become. Eventually I couldn't do simple tasks such as closing a window or using a drop down menu. Every time I tried to slowly move in a certain direction, it would mess up. Overall Review: I tried to reinstall the drivers and even the firmware on the mouse several times. I cleared all drivers from my computer, double checked to make sure they were gone.

Then I started from scratch. I tried this at least three times, but the problem just wasn't going away. That's what makes me think it was a hardware problem. I love the grip on this mouse, I love the aesthetic, I love the rubber texture, I love the lights But that's all meaningless if it doesn't do its job.

I'm giving it a second chance, I hope the second mouse works or I'm done with Razer. I hope Razer isn't all show and no go, I want to like it.

I'll be posting a follow up review, hopefully with 5 eggs. Newegg pwns, keep up the good work guys. Pros: Extremely comfortable, ergonomics helped by sliding side buttons. Looks good, feels good in hand. Cons: I too had an issue with the tracking on this mouse early on; as another reviewer pointed out, it turned out that the Imperator really hates Razer's old eXactmat. Swapped for a Steelseries Qck fiber mat, never had an issue from that point forward.

Better gaming mice have since hit the market, making even the updated version of the Imperator obsolete. Pros: Very comfortable due to its ergonomic features.

Light weight, but not too light. Pretty colors. Pros: Looks hella sweet, got the perfect amount of buttons for my games shooters , and it has a very nice configuration tool that I can use to map the buttons, set the DPI, etc. Very fast as well. I you can't find the perfect sensitivity and responsiveness for you with this mouse, then what you need hasn't been invented yet.

Cons: The one big downside this mouse has is that I can't map every button that I want in some games. The middle two behind the scroll wheel are examples of this. Then again, this isn't the mouse's fault, it is the games. I can figure out a workaround. Pros: -shape -size -style -adjustable side thumb buttons -smooth clicking of all buttons -on the fly dpi changing -the software that helps you set up your mouse is simple and works -i bought this as a referb and saved some cash.

Cons: it might be a little to light for some, even for me. Overall Review: the shape and feel of this mouse in my hand blows my mind Sold by: Newegg Shipped by Newegg. This item is currently out of stock and it may or may not be restocked. Out of Stock. Add To Wish List. Are you an E-Blast Insider? Get Educated.

More Resources. Razer Mouse Guide. When every aspect of your game matters, customize your game play with the unique adjustable side buttons, giving you optimum reach for easier access to mission critical keys and macros.

Ergonomic Design The RAZER Imperator gaming mouse features a right-handed comfort design with a contoured thumb grip for improved comfort for long hours of gaming. Razer Synapse Onboard Memory With upgraded Razer Imperator onboard memory, store more profiles and longer macro strings on the Razer Imperator without the need for software. Razer Precision 3. On-The-Fly Sensitivity Adjustment The Razer Imperator features On-The-Fly sensitivity adjustment that provides instant access to switching sensitivity setting without requiring driver installation.

Shift from pixel-precise targeting to fast-twitch maneuvers without pauses of the action. Verified Owner. Pros: - Tracking is excellent - Looks great - Feels almost perfect Cons: - The glossy sides don't feel great, not too bad though - My pinkie is left hanging off the edge depending on how I position my hand Overall Review: Worth the buy. Underneath the scroll wheel are two buttons that can be programmed to perform any macro function or any other usual function.

The right side of the mouse is where the business end lies. Ergonomics is one end where Razer has put in extra effort and it shows. The groove below the thumb buttons is perfectly sized and lined to make positioning of the thumb a breeze. Above it are the thumb buttons. What differentiates these buttons from other mice is that they can change position; back, middle or front.

The control for this is located beneath the mouse. I found the middle position the most comfortable, but if you prefer further ahead or back, Razer has you covered. If I was nitpicking I would have preferred the thumb groove to be made of a slightly grippier material like rubber instead of glossy plastic which tends to become slippery.

Underneath the mouse is the slider control for the thumb buttons and a button to switch profiles. Because the Imperator comes with on-board memory you can switch profiles on the fly without having to install any software.

Perfect for LAN partying. The DPI 3. I am also happy to report that the cable is very tightly braided and it's of pretty high quality. Non braided cables are easy to snap. The disadvantage of a tight braid however is that once tangled up it's difficult to straighten it up. The software control for the Imperator is clear and neatly laid out. It allows for a high degree of customisability. It's divided into different tabs. The first one allows you to change the function for any button on the mouse including the scroll wheel.

The second tab allows adjusting the performance. You can alter the DPI, the independent sensitivity for the x and y axis and the gap between different sensitivity steps. The last one is of particular importance because in my old Diamondback 3G I could only chose between and DPI which was far too big a step between two sensitivities.

An interesting feature is the polling rate adjustment which you wont find in a lot of mice software by default. The third tab allows for different profiles. The Imperator comes with on-board memory and a hardware switch to change the profiles so you are no longer dependent on your software to save the settings, the on board memory takes care of that. You can set it to automatically change the profile according to whatever program you have running or you can use the hardware button to change the profile manually.

An on screen display will notify you of which profile is active. The fourth tab allows creating new macros.

You can then assign the macros to any button you want. This is extremely useful because too many times buttons such as the ones found beneath the scroll wheel on the Imperator go to waste because there is no way to alter their function. The fifth tab allows you to turn on or off the light effects on the palm rest and the scroll wheel individually. To check how good the mouse is I tried it for a few days playing Team Fortress 2 and Crysis 2.

I've been playing Team Fortress 2 for almost 4 years with a Razer Diamondback 3G so this would have been a good test to see how competitive the Imperator is. Just like it would with anyone else, I had to adapt to the mouse which took a few hours. But after that I found it ridiculously comfortable to use. I found my sniping to be very accurate and quite responsive.

The mouse had a wonderful feeling to it thanks to a bulgier palm rest. The right and left button have just the right amount of groove to it and they fit perfectly in your fingers. The matte texture and the thumb groove really add to the comfort level.

The ability to change DPI on the fly is also extremely handy during game. With just one click you can quickly switch between high and low DPI.

So if you're a sniper and a rocketeer, you will find this option very handy. The 3. With a firmware upgrade, it is one of the best sensors currently in any gaming mouse. The lift off distance was almost unnoticeable. High sensitivity gamers will definitely love what Razer has done with their latest sensor. Nothing changes in desktop mode. The mouse is equally comfortable to use when browsing or when working through long hours on an excel sheet.

If you look around the forums many users are complaining about a faulty Z-Axis sensor in the Imperator. Basically what the problem is that if you lift the mouse up vertically, and place it at exactly the same position, the cursor on the screen will move slightly on the z-axis.