The Cyborg R.A.T. 7 gaming mouse is a sleek, sexy and definitely cool piece of gaming equipment. After picking up the mouse to enhance my League of Legends matches (“Captain Teemo on Duty!”), I quickly realized that I had to share my thoughts with everyone here on BSR.
First off, I have been using the R.A.T. 7 for the past week, and this is definitely the most comfortable mouse I’ve ever used. I’m using it not only as a gaming mouse but also on my work PC (which I usually use for about 9 hours a day). You know you’ve grown attached to a mouse when you bring it to and from work every day!
For gaming so far, I’ve used the R.A.T. 7 to play League of Legends and Diablo III, but I’ve also been using it with Adobe Photoshop. The precise control and sensitivity (adjustable, of course) are perfect for meticulous edits and alterations in both Photoshop and Illustrator. I’m also guessing it would be excellent to use with a wide variety of other editing programs (especially since you can assign some of your favorite hot keys to all the available buttons!).
The R.A.T. 7 also has a crazy number of adjustable bits to make the mouse comfortable for each user and to give the desired mobility that makes for a competitive edge in gaming. As someone with really tiny hands I have a hard time finding a true gaming mouse that’s not too unwieldy or a pain to use. At its factory shipped settings, this R.A.T. 7 is great, but after adjusting the flexible left thumb panel, I found the mouse was even better than when I un-boxed it.
Honestly, there’s a lot that’s awesome about this mouse! The cord is strong and durable, the mouse itself is surprisingly lighter than I thought it would be, it’s built like a tank, and, overall, the R.A.T. 7 looks really bad-ass! A few people have tossed around the notion that it looks like a Transformer, which really speaks to how effective the high-tech design of this device is.
Check out the specs and then head over to Cyborg’s website to learn more. I am absolutely thrilled with it, and it’s also gotten pretty amazing reviews over at IGN (Best of 2010) and PC Gamer (98 / Editor’s Choice / 5 Stars).
R.A.T. 7 Specs (per their website):
• Interchangeable Pinkie grips and Palm rests3 palm rests
– One featuring the same soft-touch finish as found on the body of the R.A.T.
– One with a rubber inlay for enhanced grip.
– One that is 4mm thicker to increase the height of the R.A.T.
3 pinkie grips
– One featuring the same soft-touch finish as found on the body of the R.A.T.
– One with a rubber inlay for enhanced grip.
– One that offers a ‘wing shaped’ design, allowing you to rest your pinkie finger during play for increased grip.
• Perfect your grip – How do you hunt? Whether you ‘palm’ the mouse or ‘claw’ it, the R.A.T. can quickly and easily adapt by adjusting in length to suit your hand size and grip style. In addition, the Thumb Panel of the R.A.T. 7 moves forwards, backwards, and pivots outwards, giving you perfect positioning for effortless gaming.
• Custom Weight System – Like it light or heavy? Maybe you change the weight to suit your game? No matter, the R.A.T. has you covered. Five 6-gram weights can be added or subtracted in an instant, giving you the perfect weight for a perfect feel. When not in use, the weights can be safely stored in the supplied Weight Storage Container.
• Precision Aim Mode – Hit your target the first time every time. Use the ST Programming Software to set your desired Precision Aim speed (mouse sensitivity), then hold down the Precision Aim button to slow down mouse movement to a level that works for you. A deadly weapon that will hit your enemy where it hurts.
• 6400 DPI – Featuring a new generation ‘twin eye’ laser sensor that reads each axis separately for pinpoint accuracy, the R.A.T. 7 tracks up to a stunning 6 meters per second. Pro gamers who favor low sensitivity with high movement speed preferences will always experience correct tracking and precision.
• 4 Custom DPI Settings – Use the Rocker Switch to toggle between your custom DPI settings.
• 6 Programmable Buttons – Combine your Programmable Buttons with 2 regular left and right mouse buttons and give yourself a total of 8 buttons available to punish your competition. Assign your choice of key gaming actions to Programmable Buttons to create your own custom profiles.
• 3 Cyborg Modes – Toggle between three individual R.A.T. modes at the touch of a button. Change sensitivity or Programmable Button actions in an instant and gain immediate access to a mind-boggling 18 commands!
• Powerful ST Programming Software – Change your DPI, set Precision Aim cursor sensitivity, create custom profiles for each game, and assign commands to your Programmable Buttons and Modes. Easy, quick and the power you need right on your desktop.
• Lightweight Metal Chassis – Strong yet nimble, the solid metal frame forms the core of the R.A.T. 7 for enhanced rigidity.