Although in the past two years, the peripheral market showed a blowout-type explosion, the Big Three headed by Sairui, Razer, and Logitech still firmly grasp the market of high-end peripheral products. Each of the three brands has its own huge fan base, and hot products at the same level often trigger a big fight among the three fans. After the recent launch of the New Year’s Update in various product lines, how will the new generation of midrange mice perform? Let us take a good look at this.
The three mouse models that participated in this review were upgraded from the classic models of Sairui, Razer and Logitech. Are Sairui Rival300, Ray Snake Eternal Symphony Edition and Logitech G303, because the appearance of the three mouse mold is basically no change with the previous generation or its predecessor products, often concerned about the readers of the peripheral lords must be on these three The shape of the mouse is also more familiar, so the author of this Hengping will weaken the basic parameters introduced. The core content of this Hengping review will focus on details, adaptability, driving, backlighting and user experience. Let's start with a quick review and review of the packaging, shape, and basic parameters of the middle mouse three Musketeers.
Sairui Rival300 Gray Edition
Sairui Rival300 is currently priced at 349 yuan in YiXun.com, compared with the previous generation of Rival, it has mainly improved the shell and details, and the driver has also seen an impressive improvement.
Sairui RIVAL300 optical gaming mouse Yi Xun network price of 349 yuan
SERIAL RIVAL 300 Optical Gaming Mouse
The general gray version of Rival300 packaging continues the overall style of Sairui has always been a simple style, but the diagonal packaging of Sairui Orange is a clever packaging for a hint of agile, visual effects, more calm atmosphere. The interior of the packaging does not use the flip-type packaging of the Symphony version. The second is the packaging method of the paper outer box and the foam inner box, which can play a very strong role in protecting the mouse.
Razer Purgatory Viper Snake Edition
Ray Snake Phenomena Symphony version of the current Yi Xun price is 369 yuan, compared to the previous generation of Purgatory Viper 2013, the biggest difference is to increase the RGB backlight system, performance increased from 6400DPI to 10000DPI, but later I found performance The matter does not seem so simple, so the author will have a detailed disassembly analysis later.
Razer Purgatory Viper snake optical version of the game mouse Yi Xun network price of 369 yuan
Razer DeathAdder Chroma Purgatory Python Color Gaming Mouse
The packaging of the Inferno Python Symphony version inherits the gorgeous tradition of Razer, and the CHROMA logo in the illusion version also makes it easy to see that it is a snake. However, the packaging structure adopts a relatively simple structure of a paper box and a plastic inner package. The page-type packaging is not available, and the protection of the mouse is relatively poor.
Logitech G303
Logitech G303 is currently easy to sell for 349 yuan, compared to the previous G302 mold does not change but the internal upgrade is greater, the first is to decentralize the G502 S3988 engine so that G303 has made considerable progress in performance, followed by adding a dazzling RGB backlight system, But at the same time, the price is more than 150 yuan higher than the G302, which is almost a G300S's money.
Logitech G303 optical gaming mouse Yi Xun network price of 349 yuan
Logitech G303 High Performance Gaming Mouse
The Logitech G303's outer packaging lost Logitech’s sense of science and technology, which is the simplest of the three mouse packages. In fact, everyone is not difficult to find, G303's outer packaging thickness is relatively small, paper shell with plastic inner packaging is obviously protective for G303 is a bit stretched, the author opened this new G303 found that the internal packaging has emerged damaged.
Packaging evaluation summary: Packaging, the current packaging of the Rival300 mouse protection has been called a model of the same level of the mouse, Innocent Python Symphony version of the packaging is relatively simple, thanks to the greater thickness can be a certain degree of immunity to pressure loss during transit As a result, the outer package of G303 is relatively thin. Although the outer package has no obvious traces of damage, the inner box does not know why it has been damaged.
Three 300 yuan mid-range mouse Hengping: appearance one
Rival300 gray version of the mouse model is still inherited from the first generation of Rival, measurements size of 133 × 70 × 40mm, weighing about 130g. Overall, it is a medium-sized mouse, but the classic right-handed ergonomic design makes it possible for small players to have a good grip. The shell is sprayed with exquisite matt paint, and the exquisite craftsmanship is well-touched. The anti-oiling is one of the outstanding performances of the mouse products currently on the market.
The shape of the Inferno Python Symphony also inherited the mold of the Inferno Python 2013 perfectly, measuring 127x70x44mm and weighing approximately 105g. Smaller than Rival 300, its right-handed ergonomic design is also market tested. Black matte surface, delicate touch, we are also clear about the fight against oil, better than skin-like materials but oil is sooner or later.
The Logitech G303 has the same shape as the G302, 115 x 65.5 x 39mm and weighs only 90g. Left-right symmetrical design, because the volume is more petite, although most players can shake their hands full, but the actual long-term operation is less comfortable than its two opponents. Because G303 adopts the split-type button design, the key part and the surface of the mouse's rear surface are not the same. The surface of the button is covered with a layer of oleophobic coating, and the latter part is a matte-feeling UV material. In terms of anti-oiling effect, I have used G302 for a long time.
In the layout of the buttons, the layout of the buttons of the three contestants is almost the same. Rival300 and G303 are the configurations of the left and right buttons, scroll wheel, DPI switch button, and two custom buttons on the right side. Compared to just missing a DPI switch button.
In terms of the left and right keys, the Rival300 and the Purgatory Viper have all adopted the one-button general processing method. The G303 is a split-type key. Details on the Inferno Python Symphony Edition and G303 in the left and right keys are designed to have different levels of subsidence, will bring a slight improvement in feel.
Rival300 uses Sairui's own customized micro-motion and has a lifespan of 30 million times. The Inferno Symphony version uses the Omron D2FC-F-7N (10M), and the G303 micro-motion is D2FC-F-. 7N (20M), three kinds of micro-motion are basically all signs, feels the key driver and feedback of the Sairui drive to be longer and more powerful, and the same use of Omron's white point of the purgatory Viper and G303 is used on the touch The split button G303 is crisper.
In terms of model proportions, it can be seen that the ergonomic designers of the three mouse models once again showed differences. The transition between Rival300 is relatively balanced, so the adaptability to various hand types is good; the shape of the Inferno Viper is before Short half length and long half length transition is gentle, most suitable for players with wide palms; the final G303 ratio is basically the opposite of Invigorating Python, with plenty of finger space, leaving space for the palm of the hand, suitable for small players and players who like to grab the posture. use.
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The next thing to say is the side keys. The side keys of the three contestants can show the careful thought of the designers. The side buttons of the Rival300 adopt a three-dimensional ergonomic structure design, with the largest area and long key path; the side keys of the Invigorating Viper continue the shape of the overall streamline, and the way to increase the trigger pressure is used in preventing accidental contact; and G303 The side keys, through the natural division of the mold plane, to achieve the anti-match effect. On the touch, the Rival300 side keys are soft, the side keys of the Purgatory Viper are very crisp, and the side keys of the G303 are unexpectedly soft despite the short process.
Outline of the form: In this link we compared the appearance and basic button configuration of the three contestants. In the button configuration, the designers of SERRA Razer and Logitech were relatively meticulous, and in the actual experience of the three mice, the side key was wrong. Touch problems have been effectively solved, hand-type adaptability Rival300 is more comprehensive, Invigorating Python and G303 requires players to make targeted choices based on their own hands.
300 mid-range mouse Hengping: appearance and basic performance
Looking at the basic comparison of the front, let us take a look at the fundamentals of the three contestants.
With regard to the selection of foot material, all three mouse models are made of Teflon. Teflon material is an excellent choice for mouse stickers because of its extremely low friction coefficient and high wear resistance. The area, number, and distribution of the three mouse's foot stickers are relatively mature and reasonable. There is no high score on this point.
However, in terms of details, the author's Rival300 and G303's foot sticks are equipped with grooves, this small detail allows the player to remove the foot as much as possible to protect the foot stickers do not deform, is very intimate and user-friendly design. In an era where player demands are becoming more differentiated, the ability to give players a choice will undoubtedly be welcomed by the market.
Rival300 Optical Engine Infernal Viper Light Edition Optical Engine G303 Optical Engine
The core of the mouse, the optical engine, has always been the highlight of the Hengping, so after some dismantling, the author succeeded in letting the three mouse cores be exposed in front of everyone (click on the image to view the HD zoom). Among them, Rival300 uses the original phase PMW 3310. The Inferno Scorpion Symphony version uses Avago S3989. The G303 engine is the original phase PMW3366 on the G502.
Here, we must specifically point out that the position of the optical engine was blackened in the early-stage Purgatory Viper's Symphony version of the engineering sample. The model of the engine identified by other media peers is still S3988. If this is true, it will bring a problem. We all know that the S3988's native support has a maximum DPI of 6,400. If the optical engine is not upgraded, the DPI has also been upgraded from 6400 to 10,000. It is either that Razer uses black technology we have not known before or it is the difference. However, after the author's actual dismantling, it was found that the official retail version of the version of the Inferno Python snake color version of the engine used for the new custom Anwar high S3989, said that the Purgatory Python did not replace the engine by interpolation to enhance the performance of this rumors is clearly not in line with Now the actual situation.
Summary of appearance and basic performance parameters: In terms of foot stickers, the three are quite satisfactory with Rival300 and G303. However, in the following basic parameter comparisons and optical engine issues, whether the PMW3310 or PMW3366 or the new S3989 are top optical engines, the subtle differences between the commonly used 800 - 3200 DPI in daily work games. It is hardly noticeable. Everyone often says that CPU performance is excessive, but what we often overlook is that the performance of the gaming mouse has long been surplus for many years, so here, my personal suggestion is that there is no need to blindly pursue ultra high performance, because of the excess performance you may simply use Not to.
300 yuan mid-range mouse Hengping: driving experience
Due to the different sizes of the driver UI of the three major manufacturers, the author can only separate the three independent reviews. The author considers whether a driver is excellent mainly measured in terms of interactivity, functionality, and scalability.
SteelSeries Engine 3
Regardless of the strict standards to consider the SteelSeries Engine 3 is a simple and easy to use driver, after the connection of new hardware driver load speed is very fast, the drive interface settings logical clarity is clear and intuitive, can make people get very good Interactive experience.
From a functional point of view, the SteelSeries Engine 3 does not have so many fancy adjustment options, but the basic performance parameters of the mouse can be finely adjusted, the key customization function is also very comprehensive, and the adjustment of the RGB backlight system is not difficult. The novice is particularly friendly.
In terms of scalability, Sairui's GAMESENSE-backlight linkage system has a considerable degree of practical significance. In the three games "CS:GO" and "DOTA2" "Minecraft", it has been initially implemented to allow backlighting to be more than simple lighting. It is involved in the interaction between games, hardware and people. In a sense, Sairui's GAMESENSE function is a revolutionary update to peripherals. However, there is no doubt that there are defects, GAMESENSE's localization and liberalization function still needs to be further improved. With the increase in the number of support games and possible future interface opening, we have reason to believe that GAMESENSE will bring us into a gaming peripheral interactive New realm.
Razer Synapse Thundercloud 2.0
Thundercloud-driven servers are overseas, so the author has always been very slow in the use of Thundercloud, and occasionally the device is not recognized. If you put aside these, in terms of the quality of the driver itself, the Thundercloud driver is already a mature driver. It is clear and easy to use, and the interaction is very strong.
The functional thundercloud driver has also been doing very well, the basic properties of the adjustment are more detailed and intuitive, key and custom function adjustments are also very perfect, combined with Razer's own variety of mouse pad LOD adjustment function is also very intimate.
In terms of scalability, the cloud-driven statistics function is relatively early and mature. The new CHROMA Symphony application guesses that it should be similar to Sairui's GAMESENSE function, but the associated Symphony Studio website will last for as long as half. After hours of loading, nothing is displayed, so we will leave this pot to the server for the time being.
Logitech Gaming Software 8.76
The experience of using Logitech game software has always been good. Regardless of whether it was deliberately created or not, this driver really has a strong sense of technology. In terms of interactivity, the main page has only graphics and no text. Although it brings good visual effects, it seems that when the icons have not been simplified to three-year-old children can read it, it is a safer choice to add text labels.
The performance of Logitech's game software is also first-rate, the operation logic is clearly organized, and the RGB backlight adjustment is also very convenient. In addition to the slight misidentification of individual translations, the overall impression is still relatively easy to use. The surface calibration default selection is not much, but after the author's actual test, the calibration function is relatively easy to use, and after the replacement of the mouse pad material, we recommend that you experience it.
In terms of scalability, Logitech game software does not currently have the game and backlight linkage functions of his two rivals. In the lower right corner of the backlight setting interface, there is a small synchronous device button that supports the synchronization of Logitech mice, keyboards, and headphones. . The key statistics function is currently limited to the statistical average KPM and does not have advanced data analysis functions.
Driver's summary: In general, the three mouse drivers have different advantages. The Rival300 driver wins in the ease of use and backlight linkage; the driver of the Infernal Python Symphony version is clear and powerful; and the G303 driver is in function integration and distribution. Do a good job. In accordance with the author's personal choice of use is certainly the simplest Sairui, followed by Logitech, as Razer driver, hey! Do not run the server! This will not let you back the pot!
Three 300 yuan mid-range mouse Hengping: backlight
The evaluation of the backlight part has always been very subjective. In the entire media circle, what seems to be good for the backlight? There is no conclusion on this issue. Here, the author's test plan is to divide the RGB backlight into four parts of pure red, pure green, pure blue and pure white, respectively, to evaluate from the brightness, color reproduction and light sensory effects.
Rival300 backlight display
Rival300 Because of the large area of ​​the LOGO, the brightness of the LED is high, which makes it difficult to expose the image correctly and uniformly. The actual visual effect is very accurate, especially in the purest white state in which the color homogeneity and light design are most tested. .
Purgatory Viper snake version of the backlit display
The backlit system of the Innolux Viper's Symphony Edition showed us a new height of RGB backlighting. The low-key, restrained lighting texture was very good and the color was accurately reproduced, but it appeared slightly reddish in the pure white state.
G303 backlight display
In the past, Logitech G303, which did not pay much attention to the backlight, finally earned a breath on the backlight. The G303's visual effects under the RGB backlight blessing were very beautiful, and the LOGO part also caused no normal exposure due to the large area brightness. The color reproduction is also very accurate, but it appears slightly blue in the pure white state.
Three 300 yuan midrange mouse Hengping: experience and summary
Evaluation of the mouse invited to the Ministry of Editors Ye Mengye play appearance show seems to have become a rule of thumb in the past days by the grandfather lucky mouse has more than a dozen models, let us listen to the hero of Rival300, purgatory What is the evaluation of the grip of Python Symphony and G303?
For G303's feel Royal said that the general feel, the biggest advantage is the relatively small, symmetrical structure requires the thumb and little finger in a more tense state. The palm of the hand was not dragged so high that it felt like everything was under control.
Then the Grandpa turned over the Rival300's sign. Grandpa said that at least C-CUP is a size that is full and strong. Although one hand can't hold it, he still wants to grab a few more. Eun (makes a serious appearance) In addition to this mouse, I feel like I feel better.
Finally was fortunately the Inferno Python snake-colored version, just to get started, Grandpa said that the feeling of feeling good and comfortable, this delicate feeling seems to touch ... ... the inadequacies are raised higher It's a bit hard to hold, and the other mouse seems to be very long.
Grandfather shows his hand outside
Grandpa drunk driving the benefit of mankind's great cause, a girl's home is not familiar with the peripherals is also reasonable, so this paragraph extra power when entertainment you watch the master does not have to be careful.
The author: Grandpa, what do you think of the mouse?
Grandpa: Silver this, Razer This LOGO I know, many students around me are using. However, the silver mouse Sairui's LOGO I also know (do a look of complacent), people with this mouse feels like a high cold look yo .....
I: Silver LOGO is a wool, I say it again called RIVAL300 ah! ! !
I: Why don't you say the last one? Don't know Logitech... I'm X! Logitech! Logitech! Logitech!
Grandpa: Oh...
Mid-range mouse three swordsman Hengping evaluation summary
When we look at all the performances of the three swordsmen, how to choose everyone actually has its own answer. The author also summarizes his views here for your reference.
Sairui RIVAL300 Optical Gaming Mouse
Sairui Rival300 this time the appearance of the details of the optimization is very conscience, key settings and basic performance to meet all the needs of ordinary players, the adaptability of various hand types are also good. The RGB backlight system performs well, the driver is easy to understand and performs best, and the GAMESENSE lighting linkage function is the biggest highlight. The fly in the ointment is that the PMW3310 is not as good as the other two players in terms of parameters, but for the average player, the parameters above 6000DPI are basically meaningless, combined with the price of 349 yuan, making it the author's first choice.
Razer Purgatory Viper Color Edition Optical Game Mouse
Ray Snake Phenomena Symphony version, although there was rumors that the engine did not interpolate and improve performance before the evaluation, but after the author's dismantling, the rumor was not broken, the performance was strong, the lighting effect was outstanding, and the driver lost more points. Although the price of 369 yuan felt a certain amount of moisture, the temptation of that lamp was indeed difficult to resist.
Logitech G303 Optical Gaming Mouse
Logitech G303, the light performance is very surprising to the author, G502 engine decentralization is very conscience, but the problem lies mainly in the mold and drive, can not deny that the G302 mold quality outstanding, but it is almost twice as expensive as the appearance of the mold No change made it somewhat difficult for me to accept. So even though the price/performance ratio is the best of the three, it is still a little different from my psychological expectations.
Written at the end: As a mid-range mouse with a 300-yuan gear, no matter which product's performance has met the vast majority of players' needs in terms of practicality, we must be able Or because of the increasing demand for differentiated players, cost-effectiveness is not the primary consideration for gamers when choosing a mouse. What we need is not just a product that can be used but what we need is a product that suits our needs.