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Razer Abyssus

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User ratings:
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41 user ratings
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4 stars
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3 stars
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2 stars
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1 stars
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Consumer ratings:
4.4 / 5
Editorial reviews:
10
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10 editorial reviews
While Razer has diversified its product stack significantly over the last few years, peripherals hasRead more
It may be a simple mouse, but if you can't afford the higher-end gaming mice, the Abyssus is a plucky little contender.Read more
The Razer Abyssus Essential mouse is almost great. It has the normal Razer customization options through Razer Synapse. The mouse moves smoothly and accurately and has a nice, firm click. However, it fails to be a go-to product because of one major flaw that makes it hard to recommend over the competition, which is a […]Read more
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Pros

  • lighting quality is high in terms of brightness and consistency
  • synchronised light show is impressive
  • default scrolling resistance is satisfactory

Cons

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  • braided cord is a little stiff

Key specs

  • 3500 dpi
  • 15G
  • 2
  • yes
  • 1
  • Wired
  • 75 g
  • Optical

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Razer Abyssus - Pros & Cons

Razer Abyssus

Pros

  • lighting quality is high in terms of brightness and consistency
  • synchronised light show is impressive
  • default scrolling resistance is satisfactory
  • DeathAdder V2 performs much better overall
  • The Viper Mini is much lighter and feels better built
  • well-built and has low click latency
  • feels well-built and is suitable for all grip types and most hand sizes
  • sturdy and has a true ambidextrous design
  • well-built and sturdy
  • The mouse moves smoothly and accurately and has a nice
  • two extra buttons are fantastic for rebinding

Cons

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  • an aggregate average of the new rating system
  • braided cord is a little stiff
  • crease on the top left of the mouse
  • machine lag or drag involved
  • lack of switch hitter mice
  • is no DPI switcher and not even any back/forward toggles
  • again without an easy way to switch DPI
  • Android device No word on a launch schedule
  • launches Game Store key resale site Steam
  • uncomfortable

Razer Abyssus - Technical Overview

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IconNumber of buttons
2
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IconOperating resolution
3500 dpi
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Redragon Ranger
Operating resolution: 124000 dpi
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75 g
Best:
Dicota Twister
Weight: 0.07 g

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Razer Abyssus - Full Specifications

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General
Type of motion sensorOptical
Device interfaceUSB
PurposeGaming
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Features
Also for left-handedyes
Compact designyes
Ergonomic designyes
Programmable mouse buttonsyes
Plug and Playyes
Mac compatibility
  • yes
  • yes
  • yes
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Design
Colour of productBlack
Form factorAmbidextrous
Illuminationyes
Surface colorationMonotone
Cable length2.3
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Power
Power sourceCable
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Technical details
Operating resolution3500.0 dpi
Max polling rate1000Hz/1ms
Acceleration15G
Buttons typePressed buttons
Number of buttons2
Scroll wheelyes
Number of wheels1
Scroll typeWheel
Scrolling directionsVertical
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Connectivity
ConnectionWired
Wireless receiver interfaceUSB
USB requiredyes
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Dimensions
Width4.53 in
Height1.5 in
Depth2.48 in
Weight2.65 oz

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Razer Abyssus Razer - Editorial Reviews (10)

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Razer Abyssus Razer Abyssus Essential (2018) Mouse Review
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KitGuru
Published: 03.05.2018
Razer Abyssus Essential (2018) Mouse Review

While Razer has diversified its product stack significantly over the last few years, peripherals has

Razer Abyssus Razer Abyssus
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CNET
Published: 13.10.2011
Razer Abyssus

It may be a simple mouse, but if you can't afford the higher-end gaming mice, the Abyssus is a plucky little contender.

Razer Abyssus The missing feature --- Razer Abyssus Essential review
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GAMING TREND
Published: 21.05.2018
The missing feature --- Razer Abyssus Essential review

The Razer Abyssus Essential mouse is almost great. It has the normal Razer customization options through Razer Synapse. The mouse moves smoothly and accurately and has a nice, firm click. However, it fails to be a go-to product because of one major flaw that makes it hard to recommend over the competition, which is a […]

Razer Abyssus Razer Abyssus Gaming Mouse
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Bjorn3D.com
Published: 28.12.2009
Razer Abyssus Gaming Mouse

Razer has combined a little old school with a lot of high tech in the Abyssus Mouse. While it only h

Razer Abyssus Razer Abyssus Mirrored Edition
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XSReviews
Published: 15.02.2011
Razer Abyssus Mirrored Edition

The computing industry, like many others, goes in trends and this is no different when discussing peripherals. What companies have begun to do is make peripherals that fill different roles. There a…

Razer Abyssus Razer Abyssus Essential Review
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PCMAG
Published: 31.05.2018
Razer Abyssus Essential Review
3.0

The Razer Abyssus Essential fills a very specific niche: It's a gaming mouse with basic features, RGB lighting, and a design that works well for both lefties and righties.

Razer Abyssus Razer Abyssus Essential is a first-rate entry-level gaming mouse
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Windows Central
Published: 26.04.2018
Razer Abyssus Essential is a first-rate entry-level gaming mouse

Razer's new gaming mouse completes the company's range of quality, Chroma-enabled products for entry-level PC gamers.

Razer Abyssus Razer Abyssus Essential Review
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RTINGS.com
Published: 05.04.2022
Razer Abyssus Essential Review
4.0

The Razer Abyssus Essential is a straightforward wired gaming mouse with a solid plastic shell and a symmetrical shape. It has a true ambidextrous design that's ...

Razer Abyssus Razer Abyssus V2 Review - Razer's budget gaming mouse?
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Craving Tech -Technology and Reviews
Published: 28.09.2016
Razer Abyssus V2 Review - Razer's budget gaming mouse?

Facebook Twitter LinkedIn More Razer Abyssus V2 Review – Razer Abyssus V2 is aimed to provide tournament-grade gaming mouse without the bells and whistles. That means you’ll get all the essentials you need to game and save the extra dollars. It’s great if you just need a good gaming mouse to play, even competitively, and […]

Razer Abyssus CGMagazine
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CGMagazine
CGMagazine

The Abyssus Essential is a cheaper option for gamers on a budget, and if you can look past a few minor issues, makes a great addition to a computer setup.

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