Sandberg Sniper

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Introduction

So you like to game for a couple of hours in the evening, or you even devote all your time during the weekends to it - but you don't want to waste your time and energy picking out cool devices?To start with, think about how serious of a player you are. How much can you last without your favorite game - an hour or two, or a few weeks?Do you feel that something is missing when a single headshot hasn't been hit, or maybe there comes a void when you've failed to steel a creep or get a rampage?If you lose your appetite and stop communicating with people and enjoying life without such things, then the selection of equipment should be as scrupulous as the selection of shoes (at least), and ideally, as much as the selection of a car.But it's not always possible to allocate considerable amounts of money for devices, even when the need arises. Maybe your favorite mouse has simply broken down. Or, maybe, you got the idea that something is missing - it needs higher sensitivity, a couple of buttons, to slide better than a ball mouse (that you have from way back) does, etc.Also - as usual - we will choose the best of those that are present, pay attention, and express public reprimand to those that aren't worth the money they require.To begin with, what is a budget gaming mouse, and how do you choose one? The concept is composite and relative. First, I have to make a complaint: Usually, the term "budget" is considered as cheap, squalid, unsuitable.No! Budget is not the best you can buy, but the most optimal and not expensive in quality-price ratio. If you are a student or a pupil, then can already be a large sum, but if you're Bill Gates, then? Bill, stop saving money and buy a normal mouse, instead of learning my reviews! And if you are Gabe, give back Half-Life 3, have a heart. (I couldn't hold myself in.)It's quite difficult to choose the budget mouse at a glance. One of the most correct ways is to choose a less popular manufacturer and look at their whole product line. Then purchase the selected model and live happily after. But it is worth remembering that if the mouse breaks down, the only option is to go and throw it away. When Razer or SteelSeries mice break down (though this is a rare occasion) then you call the service center and talk to someone. Most often, technical support is on the client's side, as the reputation is more important. It is important and you have to take it into account.Enter the Wireless Sniper Mouse from Sandberg.This mouse is decent quality and cheap enough to fit in this category.The thing is wireless can be just as good as wired these days if you give it a chance. But should you? Let us take a look at the reasons why you would want a wireless gaming mouse and if there are any issues that would steer you away.



Specifications.




Packaging & Contents

The exterior packaging is made up with a card sleeve.From The front, we're shown the mouse and its surrounded by a lighting bolt.



The back of the box is absolutely crammed with text, a description of the mouse is listed in no less than 24 languages, there is also specification listed at the bottom.



Held down by one little magnet, there is a flip presentation lid.At right side there is a plastic window allowing you to see the mouse inside and at the left side one soldiers figure is present.



Apart from the mouse Sandberg bundle an manual and a micro usb cable.




A Closer Look

Looking straight at the Sniper Mouse, we can see that it has an aggressive look.I usually hate mice that don't stick to a standard shape since too many angles and strange contours tend to make mice look too tacky, but feel it has been done in a way that looks excellent!



The matte finish feels good in your hand, and doesn't attract fingerprints.This mouse has a 8-button layout.The buttons can be also be switched into media mode. For non MMO gaming (you may want even more buttons for mmo gaming) and general use this layout is my favorite.



The rear shows that the mouse is quite sleek, but there is plenty of width for a palm grip.



A Sandberg logo is present here.



The Sandberg Wireless Sniper Mouse can be used with and without the cable, according to your desire. The mouse is charged via the accompanying USB cable, and can be connected to the PC with the same cable - or completely wirelessly for optimum freedom.



In the center, you'll find the scroll wheel.Double click button is near it.



Just behind the scroll wheel are two other buttons.These change the DPI at default and clear screen but can be reprogrammed to do anything you like.



Battery indicator.



The left-hand side's contour is nice and allows you to use the two thumb buttons well while gripping the mouse comfortably.If you use it for browsing the internet I especially like side buttons for the "back" and "forward" functions in a web browser.



The sensor is placed dead center, which gives the mouse a neutral handling.



Underneath the mouse are the on/off for lighting.There is also an media mode switch.



There are five slipmats on the base. These give the Sniper exceptional glide, although that's helped in no small part by the ultra-lightweight design.



You can plug the small USB dongle into your PC to then just use your wire to charge your mouse.You don't really need the adapter, but using it does free up a USB port and also makes the cable readily available.




Performance

The wireless dongle fits right into your PC.While the mouse can be used wirelessly, you can use it in USB mode.This is handy for the times you need to charge, but don't want to stop using the mouse.We'd recommend most users simply keep the receiver on the back of the mouse the rest of the time, rather than plug it into the back of your PC, which could lead to some wireless interference. During our limited testing with the mouse two to three feet from the receiver, however, it worked perfectly.If you want to configured its buttons there isnt any software.It can register speeds of up to 2400DPI.



The Sniper feels great in your hand, it's the right kind of forgettable.You don't even notice it's there when you're playing competitive games. It gets itself out of the way, and that's definitely a good thing.Despite the ultra-lightweight design, the whole thing still feels rigid and even frantic clicking doesn't pose any issues to the performance. Nothing wobbles or squeaks, everything is locked firmly in place and it's clear that Sandberg has put a lot of effort into the build and design.



The lighting on the logo at the back, as well as the three smaller RGB lights can all be customised to any colour to suit your taste.We tested the Sniper over the course of several weeks, using it for word processing, Photoshop, browing the web, and of course gaming. No matter what we challenged it with, it never failed to impress. We never felt it skip, lag, or drop out, and every click registered instantly. We should note that during most of our testing, we used the included USB-to-micro-USB adapter.



The Sniper's impressive performance comes at a cost: battery life. To make the Sniper as light as it is, a relatively-small battery was required.Battery life is exceptional, with 2-3 weeks of use for 8-12 hours a day per charge (5 days a week).




Conclusion

Overall we are very impressed with what the Sandberg Wireless Sniper Mouse has to offer. While it may not be as aesthetically flamboyant as other gaming mice on the market, it has a subtle flare which is sure to appeal to wide range of gamers.We are also very impressed with the build quality of the Sniper which reflects the 5 years warranty we have come to expect from Sandberg.This should ensure that the mouse lasts a good number of years, even under heavy use.In terms of gaming performance, the Sniper doesn’t disappoint. Some users may be put off by the relatively low resolution 2400 DPI sensor, however we found it to be more than sufficient throughout our tests.Additionally, we didn’t experience any lagging issues with the wireless connectivity of the mouse.The Sniper feels as responsive as a wired mouse in practice.Another cool function of a wireless mouse would be using it with a home theater PC so you can access the machine from sitting on your couch.



When it comes to competitive gaming, working in the office, or just using your own computer at home, the Sniper ticks all the right boxes. It doesn’t matter if you’re left or right-handed, want to use it wired or wirelessly, it’s got what you need.The price is super affordable($44.99) so you can’t complain there.