The mouse has evolved since the beginning of its conception. Manufacturers have tried to cram all kinds of things inside the mouse, trying constantly to innovate. Today, I will be reviewing the Razer Copperhead Gaming Mouse. Razer has a great reputation for making pure gaming products that are outstanding.

On Paper

Here's the spec lowdown on the Copperhead:

2000 DPI Laser Engine Powered by Razer Precision

1000 Hz Ultrapolling with 1 ms response time as compared with 125Hz/8 ms response time used by other conventional gaming mice

32KB Onboard Memory Powered by Razer Synapse

7 independently programmable buttons optimized with Razer's Hyperesponse technology for ultra tactile button feedback and maximum actions-per-minute (APM) gameplay

Zero-Acoustic Ultraslick Teflon feet

16 bit data path, as compared to 8 bit and 12 bit data paths used by other conventional mice

High speed motion detection, up to 45ips and 20g / Over 7080 frames per second

Always-On mode pioneered by Razer - the laser engine sensor never powers down to provide instantaneous response at all times during gameplay

Award winning Razer drivers featuring On-the-Fly Sensitivity DPI adjustment pioneered by Razer

Size: 5.04" length x 2.5" width x 1.54" height

GlowPipe non-slip side rails

Ergonomic ambidextrous design

Ultra large non-slip rubber coated mouse buttons

Gold-plated USB connector for maximum conductivity

7 foot, lightweight, non-tangle cord

Design

The Copperhead is one good looking mouse. With 4 LED's on at all times, it has an eerie glow to it, befitting of a pure gaming mouse. It differs slightly from the default Microsoft mouse shape, but is slightly more rounded for an extremely comfortable grip. Razer has placed seven buttons on the mouse. Included are the default left and right mouse buttons accompanied by a mouse wheel. The four that remain are spaced on the sides of the mouse, two on the right side and two on the left. These buttons can be configured via the Razer's driver software. One of the coolest uses for these buttons is the On-the-Fly-Sensitivity adjustment, which offers gamers the ability to switch between different mouse sensitivities by just a click of a button, and turn of a mouse wheel. This especially comes into play in games like Counter-Strike for people who need to switch sensitivities between weapons. Another unique feature is the GlowPipe non-slip side rails on the sides of the mouse. In my opinion they really help in guiding the mouse so there are no slips and errors when aiming. This may sound a bit over the top but keep in mind this is a high end gaming mouse, designed with gamers in mind. In professional gaming the smallest slip could result in a loss, and Razer seems to understand this very well seeing as they have equipped the Copperhead with all the tools required to dominate your opponent and then some.