Literally every user of a personal computer knows about A4Tech peripheral gadgets. The brand has earned enviable popularity due to its sensible approach to the development and release of its devices. One of the main components of the success of the company's gadgets is the use of innovative technologies, coupled with a high ergonomic component. In addition, a good half of the brand’s devices are affordable.
The company's lineup includes a variety of peripheral devices: mice, keyboards, webcams and other gadgets designed for the mass consumer. But among a bunch of other devices (very sensible), the X7 series of manipulators (A4Tech XL-750BH mouse and G700 / 800 keyboard) should be separately noted. It (series) includes high-performance developments, that is, gaming gadgets, where the main emphasis is placed on functionality and ergonomics.
So, the heroine of today's review is the A4Tech XL-750BH, a gaming mouse with an attractive set of features and good ergonomics. Consider the main characteristics of the model, denote the advantages and disadvantages of the gadget, taking into account the opinion of specialists in this field and the reviews of ordinary owners of the device.
Contents of delivery
The PC gaming mouse comes in an attractive trapezoid box made of medium-density cardboard. The design is limited by dark styling, then a few contrasting and well-poured notes add to it beauty and originality. On the front you can see the most remarkable characteristics of the A4Tech XL-750BH, and the face of the famous spy Sam Fisher from the game Splinter Cell is also shown there. In addition, there is a frontal cutout on the box, where you can more or less thoroughly examine the mouse itself behind the blister.
The back side and the ends contain a detailed specification for the device with a list of the main features, together with the corresponding icons. Among them are support for proprietary software, where the user is provided with exclusive customization of the gadget "for themselves", a built-in memory block of 64 Kb for current profiles, work with a laser sensor, etc.
Box Content:
- mouse wired A4Tech XL-750BH;
- spare soles (5 sets);
- driver disk and proprietary software;
- user's manual;
- warranty card.
The equipment is standard, but, unlike similar gadgets, this model is additionally equipped with spare soles from wear-resistant Teflon, which, judging by the feedback from users, has pleased many mouse owners. This greatly adds “desktop life” to the device and versatility to virtually any surface.
Appearance
Gaming mice for the X7 Series PCs have not only an ergonomic design of rapid shape, but also have an attractive appearance. The gold plating on the back is made in the form of a fantasy creature, either similar to the predator race from the popular series of movies and games, or to the protoss from the Starcraft universe.
The case itself consists of high-quality and durable plastic with a black color. The coating is made using soft-touch technology - soft and pleasant. On the left side you can see the rubberized textured insert for a more comfortable grip. Some users in their reviews complain about the ribbing of this place, as well as ergonomic specificity, but most consider this point to be quite appropriate.
Ergonomics
Like the other best laser mice of the brand, the XL-750BH received an excellent ergonomic component. All the functionality of the gadget is correctly located, including the "Triple Press" key. In addition, the latter acquired a pleasant to the touch relief surface, which makes it easy to find it blindly.
The symmetry of the design allows you to use the A4Tech XL-750BH with both right-handed and left-handed users, but judging by the reviews of the owners, the gadget is noticeably more comfortable in the right hand.
Controls
The upper part of the manipulator has a single plate, combined with two basic keys. On both sides of it, we will see narrow inserts that visually separate the side of the gadget from the top. Between the two basic keys there is a wheel with a ribbed texture, which is also a button. There are two function buttons in the same place - laser sensor setup and “Triple click”.
In the left part, in addition to the rubberized insert, there is a pair of keys with a predefined marker “Forward” and “Back”. The right side is devoid of any structural elements, and the front, as it should be, has the usual "mouse tail", which is crowned by a gold-plated USB interface.
A4Tech XL-750BH is equipped with a high-sensitivity laser sensor located in the central part of the bottom. There are also four oval-shaped Teflon inserts around the perimeter. More than once in their reviews, users thanked the designers for thoughtful soles that have excellent wear resistance and do not interfere with the control of the mouse on the table (a smooth and understandable gadget move). Also next to one of the Teflon inserts you can see a small interface that looks like a small button. It consists of a spring mechanism and fixes the cursor while raising the mouse by disabling the laser sensor.
Tests
To determine the capabilities of the gadget, several basic tests were carried out, which made it possible to accurately show the quality of the optical element. For these purposes, we used: a wooden table, a varnished surface, glass, a mirror, an ordinary sheet of paper and two mouse pads (cork and standard).
The A4Tech XL-750BH laser sensor has shown its best side. The maximum sensitivity (up to 3600 dpi) of the mouse provides ideal positioning indicators on almost every surface selected for the test, whether it's a matte finish or glossy. The only thing the A4Tech XL-750BH did not cope with is the mirror and glass, but it does not seem that someone will work with the manipulator on such coatings, especially if you take into account the orientation of the device.
Software environment
Working with the gadget is very pleasant, there is no discomfort, even if you are migrating from specific competitors (a couple of hours and the mouse is like a native). To a large extent, this was facilitated by the ergonomic body and flexible configuration of the device responses, and for any needs and applications, whether it be a “heavy” computer game or office environments.
As for the game component, here it is worth focusing on such a useful key as a “triple-click”, which allows you to hit with a sword / club three times or to make the same number of shots from automatic weapons. Judging by user reviews, for many gamers, the function of reprogramming keys and writing various macro commands to the built-in memory turned out to be extremely useful, that is, without attracting computer resources.
Software
The proprietary Anti-Vibrate Oscar Editor application (located on the driver disk) provides the user with the ability to configure a ton of gadget parameters to fit their needs. Here you can reassign any basic and auxiliary button, as well as assign it some kind of macro command or gesture action.
The additional functionality of the program allows you to enable or disable the startup of the utility, lock the shutter of the system panel on the desktop for quick access to the settings, activate / deactivate the 4D Wheel mode for the wheel, adjust the horizontal scroll step and calibrate the polling frequency of the USB interface.
Software Features
If there is no desire to understand the many settings, then for lazy users a list of ready-made profiles is provided: office, design and several game ones. You can also quickly change basic parameters (such as sensitivity) using convenient sliders.
Users speak well about the features of proprietary software. To some, it seemed complicated due to specificity, while others mastered it without any problems. The menu branches and sub-items are correctly located, so there should not be any serious problems with usability.
Competitors
The A4Tech brand has always been breathed in the back by Logitech (sometimes vice versa). The closest competitors of our respondent are Logitech M500 and M150 models. These computer mice (prices within 1,500 rubles) also have laser optics and a similar functional set.
Logitech models received a more modest indicator of the number of dots per inch (M500 - 1000 dpi / M150 - 1100 dpi) with almost the same output. In addition, they weigh significantly less and synchronize with a PC without installing additional software.
Who should I prefer?
In general, comparing these two brands is very difficult. It's like evaluating the strengths or weaknesses of, for example, Ferrari and Lamborghini. Here we are dealing with personal preferences. Like Swiss gadgets - take Logitech, trust devices from the Middle Kingdom - there are always a lot of sensible peripheral devices on the shelves of the A4Tech brand, especially since the prices for computer mice of these manufacturers (analogues) are very small. So here, as they say, a matter of taste, and the individual technical characteristics of each analogue do not have critical differences.
Summarizing
The brand has released the A4Tech XL-750BH, a high-quality model in many respects. She received an attractive and original appearance, as well as a good laser sensor with a maximum sensitivity of 3600 dpi. The latter implies ideal positioning on all surfaces familiar to such manipulators.
In addition, the gadget received a symmetrical and extremely ergonomic body, which makes it equally convenient to use it for both left-handed and right-handed people. You can also note the presence of such original features as “Triple Press”, anti-vibration technology for fixing the cursor and the 4D Wheel function (additional features for the wheel). Gamers will surely appreciate the proprietary software bundled with the device - Anti-Vibrate Oscar Editor. It allows you to fully conjure with the mouse settings and adjust everything for yourself. Here you can, of course, add a completely affordable price tag (about 1300 rubles) and we will get a very attractive device that is in no way inferior to other analogues.
Users respond about the mouse mostly positively. There were no critical flaws in specialized forums, and if some minor flaws were indicated, they were lost against a modest price. For those who are looking for the perfect peripherals for their computer, then welcome to the premium segment, everything is smooth and without complaints, but, of course, expensive.
Advantages of the model:
- attractive appearance;
- 3600 dpi laser sensor
- comfortable body for both hands;
- the presence of the Triple Click functionality;
- technology of fixing the cursor (Anti-Vibrate);
- the ability to change the sensitivity of the sensor;
- own built-in memory;
- reprogramming buttons for any action;
- work with macro commands;
- affordable price tag.
Disadvantages:
- a rubberized insert with a ribbed texture did not appeal to everyone;
- a bit confusing software bundled.
The estimated cost of the mouse XL-750BH from A4Tech is about 1300 rubles.