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Add to SafariWhen comparing Razer Taipan vs EVGA Torq X5 Optical, the Slant community recommends Razer Taipan for most people. In the question“What is the best gaming mouse?” Razer Taipan is ranked 13th while EVGA Torq X5 Optical is ranked 30th. The most important reason people chose Razer Taipan is:
Like all Razer products the cable is braided on the Taipan.
Specs
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Pros
Pro 7ft braided cable
Like all Razer products the cable is braided on the Taipan.
Pro Has both laser and optical sensors
The Razer Taipan has a dual sensor system, being able to utilize an optical and laser sensor at the same time.
Pro Two pairs of programmable side buttons
Being that the mouse is ambidextrous there are two sets of side buttons for either hand.
Pro Nonslip textured finish
Instead of a glossy finish that gets sweaty or a rubberized finish that picks up oil over time, the Taipan has a nice hard textured surface that's perfect.
Pro Ambidextrous
The Razer Taipan is designed to be an ambidextrous mouse.
Pro Comes with good driver software that allows for more tweaking
Like the rest of Razers equipment the Taipan utilizes the Synapse software to customize the mouse even further.
Pro Quick access CPI switch
The Razer Taipan has on the fly CPI switching with two buttons that are behind the scroll wheel.
Pro Somewhat ergonomic
The X5 has a decent resting area for the ring finger to rest as well as the thumb and pinkie finger.
Pro Ambidextrous
Don't fret lefties!
Pro Inexpensive
Good value!
Pro Customisable lighting
The X5 has color options as well as simple breathing affects.
Pro Uses the Pixart 3988 (6400 dpi/cpi)
The Pixart 3988 is one of the best sensors with zero acceleration and exceptional tracking.
Pro Smaller design
The smaller design of this mouse has been appreciated by many.
Pro Lightweight
At under 100 grams, the X5 is very lightweight. Although some prefer heavier mice, the lightweight nature improves handling and overall accuracy.
Cons
Con Side buttons can irritate ring finger
The ambidextrous extra buttons on the side may rub against the ring or pinkie fingers.
Con Scroll wheel
Although it features nice, defined scroll steps, the rubber coating on the X5's scroll wheel is quite unexceptional to say the least.
