When comparing Razer Taipan vs Thermaltake Ventus X 2015, the Slant community recommends Razer Taipan for most people. In the question“What is the best gaming mouse?” Razer Taipan is ranked 13th while Thermaltake Ventus X 2015 is ranked 88th. 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 Fast response, fast tracking
With a 5700 DPI and a polling rate that ranges from 125-1000 the Thermaltake Ventus X 2015 allows for accurate tracking and response time. Making for a good mouse to use in first person shooters as well as daily activities.
Pro Ergonomic
The ergonomic right handed design allows for a comfortable palm grip to be used with the device.
Pro Adjustable weight
There are extra weights that users can place into the device to customize the weight of the device.
Cons
Con Side buttons can irritate ring finger
The ambidextrous extra buttons on the side may rub against the ring or pinkie fingers.
Con Stiff scroll wheel
The scroll wheel tends to be a bit stiff which may cause inaccurate scrolls.
