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Add to SafariWhen comparing Razer Taipan vs Razer Naga Chroma, the Slant community recommends Razer Taipan for most people. In the question“What is the best gaming mouse?” Razer Taipan is ranked 13th while Razer Naga Chroma is ranked 26th. 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 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 Two pairs of programmable side buttons
Being that the mouse is ambidextrous there are two sets of side buttons for either hand.
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 Tons of easy to program buttons
Great for MOBAs, MMOs, and even FPSs.
Pro Side buttons are mechanical and angled
The 12 side buttons on the Razer Naga Chroma have mechanical switches inside. Mechanical switches have a great tactile and audible feedback while also having great longevity. The buttons themselves are also angled which makes it easier to find the correct button to use.
Pro Tilt-click scroll wheel
The scroll wheel can be pressed left, right, or down.
Pro Braided cord
Pro Super comfortable to use
Perfectly conforms to any grip type in your hand. Can use this mouse for hours on end.
Pro Right or left handed models available
The Razer Naga Chroma comes in either a right or left handed model.
Cons
Con Side buttons can irritate ring finger
The ambidextrous extra buttons on the side may rub against the ring or pinkie fingers.
Con The shape will not feel comfortable for everyone
The shape does not work with palm grips that well.
Con Heavy
Unsuitable for most hardcore FPS games. This mouse will easily make your hand tired due to its weight of 135g.
Con Side buttons are not for everyone
Takes your thumb some getting used to, hitting the correct button.
Con Proprietary software needed to take advantage of all of the mouses features
Users will need to install Razers Synapse software to take advantage of most of this mouses features such as the programmable keys.
