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ROCCAT Lua Tri-Button Gaming Mouse (ROC-11-310)

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ROCCAT Lua Tri-Button Gaming Mouse (ROC-11-310)

Description:
The Lua's advanced R2 Pro Optic sensor delivers your choice of seven DPI settings 250, 500, 1000, 1250, 1500, 1750 and 2000 so you can game with accuracy at the speed that matches your style. SWITCH SPEEDS WITH EASE - A single button press lets you quickly choose between tracking tempos for the easiest way to customized acceleration. You can even program the button to switch only between the DPI settings you use most. PLAY IN MAX COMFORT -Thanks to its perfectly-balanced, ambidextrous V-shaped design, the Lua delivers comfort to both left- and right-handers. Its sleek form also ensures a top fit for any hand size. Plus, the Lua features No- Sweat side grips that ensure a steady hold even when the action gets hot as well as a soft touch surface that lets you play comfortably during extended sessions. NEVER MISS A WHEEL COMMAND - The Lua's ultra-precise 2D scroll wheel lets you give every wheel command with absolute precision. Every incremental step locks securely into place, so you won't have to worry above over-scrolling. When you want weapon 2, you won't accidentally scroll too far and end up with weapon 3 or 4 which can mean the difference between life and death in your favorite lightning-paced FPS. Plus, the Lua's advanced scroll wheel delivers solid tactile feedback, so you can actually feel your way to more accurate gaming. SOAK UP THE ATMOSPHERE - Mood matters and the Lua delivers. It features a large ROCCAT logo lit up in arctic blue which looks awesome on your desktop while perfectly complementing your other ROCCAT gear. The illuminated logo even has a "breathing" effect, so you'll know your Lua is alive and well and awaiting your next command. GAME AWESOME / GAME HARD - We built the Lua mega-tough and state-of-the-art using only the highest-quality materials and most advanced technology.

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DetailValue
BindingPersonal Computers
BrandROCCAT
EAN4250288113107
FeaturePRO OPTIC (R2) SENSOR? from 250 to 2000 dpi, 7-steps
AMBIDEXTROUS V-SHAPE for left- and righthanders
ARCTIC BLUE LED LIGHTING for atmospheric gaming
ROCCAT DRIVER for customized gaming
DPI CHANGE for easily switching sensor speed
2000 dpi optical Sensor - 60 ips maximum speed - 20 Gs of acceleration - 1000Hz polling rate - 1.8 m USB cable
NO-SWEAT SIDE GRIPS for extended slip-free play
ULTRA-PRECISE 2D WHEEL with lock-in incremental steps . HIGHEST-QUALITY COMPONENTS for a solid build and longest life
LabelROCCAT
ManufacturerROCCAT
ModelROC-11-310
MPN4250288113107
PlatformNot Machine Specific
PublisherROCCAT
SKUf-q4817-6AY
StudioROCCAT
TitleROCCAT Lua Tri-Button Gaming Mouse (ROC-11-310)
CatalogNumberList - CatalogNumberListElementROC-11-310
Item Height1.8 inches
Item Length2.6 inches
Item Width4.7 inches
NumberOfItems1
Package Height2.68 inches
Package Length8.66 inches
Package Weight0.62 pounds
Package Width6.3 inches
PackageQuantity1
PartNumber4250288113107
ProductGroupPersonal Computer
ProductTypeNameCOMPUTER_INPUT_DEVICE
Item Weight0.2 pounds
HardwarePlatformPc
 

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#2 ·
Roccat Goes Big with Small Gaming Mouse

review by mrvirtualboy

Before I purchased the Roccat Lua, I had never had any experience with Roccat products. The Lua caught my eye in Best Buy for the sole reason that it was cheap and the choice of sensor interested me immensely. Browsing OCN revealed that the A3050 used in the Lua is generally regarded as a slightly glorified office sensor, and one that is not optimal for gaming. But that said, most people also consider the STMicroelectronics MLT04 one of, if not the best sensor ever made, and that was designed for an office product as well. Wanting to try it for myself and compare the two, I decided to pick up the Lua and give it a shot. And after a few months of heavy use, I am pleased to say that I am more than content with what Roccat has brought to the table with their tri-button gaming mouse.

Allow me to provide a bit of background before getting too far into the review: I have been searching for a Wheel Mouse Optical replacement for about a year now. While I love the shape and sensor performance of my WMO, there is negative acceleration that kicks in when you exceed its malfunction speed. As someone who plays at a low sensitivity and constantly hits this negative acceleration while in-game, I found the need to get a suitable replacement. My first try was with the Steelseries Sensei, which had appalling built-in acceleration. I tried again with the Logitech G602, and while the shape was near-perfect for my grip, it proved to be uncomfortable over long periods of time, was just barely too short for my liking, and the malfunction speed of the sensor was even worse than the Wheel Mouse Optical's. Enter the Roccat Lua:



At 29.99, the Lua doesn't provide you with many extra features, instead focusing on quality over quantity. The left and right mouse clicks feature Omron switches, which are durable, tactile, and responsive. The scroll wheel uses a "cutting-edge encoder," according to Roccat, which enhances its tactility and durability. I found no reason to say they're lying about this, as the scroll wheel has an excellent, rigid feel. I never scrolled further than I wanted to like I would on my Wheel Mouse Optical. In addition, a button for changing your DPI on-the-fly can be found just beneath the scroll wheel. I never used it, and doubt most people would, but if it's something that appeals to you, the option is there. The driver software allows switching between 250 and 2000 DPI in increments of 250.

The shape of the Lua came as something of a surprise to me. It is an incredibly small mouse, and a light one to boot, measuring in at just 70g. As a palm-gripper, I was skeptical of how well the Lua would fit in my hand, and at first, I didn't like it at all. But after changing my grip a bit, I've found it to be extremely comfortable, thanks to the way the left and right mouse buttons are sloped down. This allows me to place the back-end of the mouse in my palm, my index finger on the left button, and my middle and ring fingers on the right button comfortably, as the tips of my fingers hang over the edge and rest comfortably on the slopes. Despite this, I prefer the WMO's shape over the Lua's.

In addition, the surface materials are very comfortable. The top of the mouse features a 3.5G Deathadder-esque matte coating, while the sides use a smooth, textured finish. I found these materials to be less grippy than a glossy surface, but are far more comfortable than the rough finish found on the G602. In a four hour-long session of competitive Counter-Strike, my hand never felt tired, cramped, or rubbed raw in any way.

So the shape and feel of the mouse is good, and as I said, that came as a surprise to me. But what surprised me even more than the comfort was the performance of the sensor. It is well-known to many mouse enthusiasts that the Wheel Mouse Optical's MLT04 is one of the greatest sensors ever made, and perhaps the most "raw-feeling" sensor you can use. Yet, when comparing it between my MLT04 and S2020-equipped mice, I found the A3050 to feel just as good on the desktop. The only difference in cursor feel I observed was that the A3050 did not move as much or as smoothly as the MLT04 when making extremely minute micro-corrections, but that's about it. In-game, the differences were just as slight. The only time I noticed a difference was when I was micro-correcting, which was not as easy to do as with the MLT04. Other than that, I adapted very easily. This is the best compliment I can give a mouse. If the feeling of the mouse doesn't distract you from your game and becomes transparent, that's all that matters, and the A3050 did the job very well. Unfortunately, the one problem I have is the malfunction speed. Despite being rated at over 6m/s by Enotus, massive negative acceleration kicks in when you flick the mouse quickly. This is exactly what happens with my WMO, and the reason I've been trying to find a replacement. There is also quite a bit of jitter at resolutions above 1000, but at 1000 DPI or lower, the jitter is practically non-existent. So despite these flaws, the sensor still manages to feels very nice and comes highly recommend from me. If it was just a bit smoother and was easier to micro-correct with, I'd rank it as identical to the MLT04 in feel.




(Paint tests done at 1000hz)

In conclusion, I'm very fond of the Roccat Lua. Even though it lacks side buttons, which I use for push-to-talk in-game, the pros outweigh the cons for me. If you are someone who requires a higher DPI, side buttons, or a larger shape, the Lua is not for you. But for me, it will serve as an excellent backup mouse, boasting excellent sensor responsiveness and an extremely comfortable shape. I'd recommend it to any low-DPI gamers looking for a cheap, high-performance gaming mouse.

ProsCons
Surprisingly Comfortable Shape, Excellent Sensor, Build Quality, PTFE Feet, High Malfunction Speed, PriceLacks Side Buttons

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Overall4
 
#3 ·
First "Gaming" mouse I've ever owned

review by elektro

My mouse broke a few days ago, so I thought I would pick up one of those "gaming" mice everyone seems to have. Compared to my old stock Dell mouse (Which also had a DPI switch), this mouse performs a bit better and feels much better in the hand. It has a nice click when pressed, and the mouse overall feels sturdy. I have a relatively small mouse pad, so I mostly use high DPI settings, such as one this mouse I have it set to the highest setting (7th). Overall this is a pretty nice mouse for the money, and probably the only one I'll use for the next few years (If it holds up).

ProsCons
Contours my hand well, nice blue light, responsive, nice click soundRough plastic on sides

Ratings
Overall4
 
#4 ·
First "Gaming" mouse I've ever owned

review by elektro
It's a good mouse and it has a nice feel but there are two downfalls I noticed that changed my feelings on this mouse.

1. The left and right clicks require little to no effort. I have small hands and even just resting my small index or middle finger on the left or right button will cause it to click. This leads to very excessive unwanted clicks and I find it very uncomfortable to have to rest my fingers off the mouse or raise them off the mouse to keep it from clicking.

2. The shape of the left and right mouse button also creates unwanted clicks if you bump the mouse against something. For me, I always bump the mouse against the keyboard and that causes an unwanted left click because the buttons overhang to the sides of the mouse, which when bumped, produce a click.

It's a good mouse and it's cheap but it does have it's negatives.
 
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