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When comparing Roccat Tyon vs Steelseries Ikari, the Slant community recommends Roccat Tyon for most people. In the question“What is the best gaming mouse?” Roccat Tyon is ranked 27th while Steelseries Ikari is ranked 94th.
Specs
Buttons16 Programmable
CPI8200
CableBraided
L/W/H135mm x 78mm x 40mm
Lift-off Distance1-5mm
MSRP$99.99
Max Speed3.8 m/s
Scroll WheelNotched
SensorAvago ADNS-A9800 (Laser)
ShapeErgonomic (Right-Handed)
Switches Right/LeftOmron
USB Mouse Polling1000Hz
Weight126g
Buttons6
CPI1 - 3200
CableBraided
L/W/H125mm x 68mm x 39mm
Lift-off Distance1.8mm
MSRPN/A
Max SpeedN/A
Scroll WheelNotched
SensorCypress Ovation ONS 1 (Laser)
ShapeErgonomic (Right-Handed)
Switches Right/LeftN/A
USB Mouse Polling1000Hz
Weight98g
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Pros
Pro Many keys, 1D analog stick, illumination, good sensor
Pro Full Linux support
Roccat has good Linux drivers.
Pro Internal memory for macros
The user can program their macros into the device so that wherever they take it their settings will still be remembered.
Cons
Con No MAC OS drivers available
This is a common con for many gaming mouses. But since the mouse buttons can be bound to direct input events, lack of drivers can be overcome.
Con Functions cut down if not using Roccat keyboard
There are extra features with the Easy-Shift[+] thumb button but a Roccat keyboard has to paired with the mouse to utilize them.
Con Lift off distance not great on some surfaces
Depending on the surface the mouse is used on the lift off distance may bee too high.