| SteelSeries Kinzu Optical Gaming Mouse |  |
| Reviews - Featured Reviews: Input Devices | |
| Written by Joey Peng - Edited by Olin Coles | |
| Sunday, 18 April 2010 | |
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SteelSeries Kinzu Optical Gaming Mouse ReviewIn the past year numerous manufacturers have hopped onto the gaming peripheral bandwagon in an attempt to expand their businesses. Gaming mice have become incredibly fancy, with 6000DPI, 1200Hz polling rate, and anywhere from five to twenty buttons. As companies attempt to product differentiate, the design of gaming mice are becoming more exaggerated. SteelSeries take a different approach this time for the minimalistic Kinzu optical mouse. Benchmark Reviews peaks under the covers of this ordinary looking mouse to see where it lies amidst the hundreds of gaming mice out on the market.
At first glance this mouse may seem nothing more than an ordinary OEM mouse. It is fairly light-weight, with three buttons and a scroll wheel. Its $34.99 price tag however is an instant attraction for any gamer looking for a basic gaming mouse. This price is below any offering from Microsoft or Razer. One instant concern for some potential buyers is that SteelSeries Kinzu is an optical mouse, not lazer. Some would wonder how Kinzu would compare to a "6000 DPI" mouse. Benchmark Reviews will take the discussion further as we dive into the details of the SteelSeries Kinzu. About SteelSeries, DenmarkSteelSeries may be new to some people since it's a Europe-based company. Their size and product line is comparable to Razer. SteelSeries prides in high quality products. What originally began as a small two-person operation in Copenhagen back in 2001 has become a global leader in professional gaming products. SteelSeries recognized the need for superior, high-quality professional gaming gear that would give players a competitive edge. Fast-forward to today, and they've come a long way since their first glass mousepad. They have global offices in North America, Europe, and Asia, providing an integrated portfolio of products designed specifically for gaming. SteelSeries does not claim to invent or reinvent the gaming industry. Nor do they focus on one specific product, copy other companies or follow the crowd. SteelSeries lets the community decide whether or not they are worthy. Their goal is to make the best products possible and give gamers that competitive edge. SteelSeries does their best to support the growth of the professional gaming industry and give back to the gaming communities.
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Comments
From the time I bought the mouse on NewEgg I had issues, if I ever barely lifted the mouse I would have to remove and reconnect the USB to the keyboard. Everything else about the mouse was great, yes it looks plain but I prefer function over aesthetics. Now only if I could get the SS Kinzu to function properly.
I recommend the G5. can never go wrong with it.
I suspect faults with them are of your own or of your system, they are perfect in my eyes.
My left click is right and right is left i have tried to change it in sttings it fixed it for internet but not in games... i cant fix it in the game. I tried with another mouse its the same problem. Ihad this problem befor on my laptop but is disapered after 2 months and its verry anoying... PLEASE help me whit this!!