EVGA Torq X10 Gaming Mouse Review
by E. Fylladitakis on August 18, 2014 10:14 AM EST- Posted in
- Peripherals
- EVGA
- Mouse
Introduction
It is natural for any growing company to look for diversification. For EVGA, a company known for their high quality GPU cards and gaming motherboards, growth has led them to seek further attention from gamers. The company already released several high performance PSUs and a few cases when their first gaming peripheral, the Torq X10 gaming mouse, arrived at our labs. We will be taking a quick look at it and see what it can offer to gamers and advanced users in today's capsule review.
Key features and specifications
- Max DPI: 8200
- Sensor Type: Laser (Avago 9800)
- Main Switch Type: Omron - 20 Million Click Lifecycle
- Programmable Buttons: 9
- Min/Max Weight: 121G/134G (without cable)
- Max Polling/Report Rate: 1000Hz
- LED Color: Red, Green, Blue, Yellow, Orange, Pink, Purple
- Feet Type: Low Friction PTFE
- Max Number of Profiles: 5 (512K Onboard)
- Height: 1.25in - 31.75mm (min) 1.5in - 38.1mm (max)
- Length: 4.5in - 114.3mm
- Width: 2.25in - 57.15mm
The specifications are good, though naturally there's more to a mouse than paper specifications. The Torq X10 includes programmable buttons, adjustable weight, profile and macro support, and adjustable DPI sensor.
- Onboard storage can support up to 5 separate profiles
- Ambidextrous design supports right or left handed gamers
- Adjustable height system supports all gamers
- Adjustable DPI up to 8200 DPI with On-the-Fly Sensitivity adjustment
- Adjustable weight system
- Highest quality materials including silver coated wire and Omron switches (20 million click life cycle)
- Robust software allows full control over mouse including Macro setup, profiles and OSD
- Super low friction PTFE mouse feet
Packaging and bundle
We received the EVGA Torq X10 in a well-designed, wedge-shaped package. The mouse can be clearly seen beneath the clear top of the package, which envelops the mouse and allows for a rough hands-on experience when browsing at a local shop.
Inside the box, we found six cylindrical weights, Teflon feet, an adjustment tool, and a very basic quick-start guide. There is no media with the drivers/software of the mouse; the user will have to download it from EVGA's website. Furthermore, do not fear if you accidentally lose the tool; it is a simple Torx T10 screwdriver that can be easily found at most tool shops or online. Ostensibly, the Torx T10 screw is what gave this mouse its name.
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mindbomb - Tuesday, August 19, 2014 - link
there would be no polling rate for usb 3.0 peripherals, they are interrupt based iirc.MadMan007 - Tuesday, August 19, 2014 - link
Avago laser sensors are inherently flawed - they have built-in acceleration which may not be noticed by some but should not be recommended in a world with 'perfect' optical sensors. There are more mice with the ADNS 3310 coming out now. Don't buy into the OMG LAZER MOAR DPI!!11 hype.nissefar - Tuesday, August 19, 2014 - link
This. You guys should do some research on sensors when you review mice.Kalessian - Tuesday, August 19, 2014 - link
If you want a good fps (quake, cs, ut, etc) mouse, try the Zowie FK1 or the SteelSeries Rival. Both use the 3310 sensor I believe.I may get an FK1 to see if it is worthy of replacing my WMO.
You may also want to mention switch type for buttons. Omron, Huano, ...
jibberegg - Tuesday, August 19, 2014 - link
"It's also hard to justify the >30% price increase just for a layer of carbon fiber on the sides of the mouse"As opposed to, say, the amount of money I've spent on virtual hats in TF2?
Deelron - Tuesday, August 19, 2014 - link
Pretty much. Given how much a mouse is used and how long it's expected to last $30 seems trivial for a much better experience (if indeed it actually does improve the feel dramatically).edzieba - Tuesday, August 19, 2014 - link
You'd have to pry my MX revolution out of my cold, dead hand.crabdog - Tuesday, August 19, 2014 - link
I love my Razer Deathadder mouse. It has a really nice build quality and a fantastic sensor. Just wish it was a bit bigger as I have kinda large hands and long fingers.austinsguitar - Tuesday, August 19, 2014 - link
oh ya.... that mouse is a virgin magnet.... just review the logitech g502 if you havent. i love it, and it doesnt look or feel like a toy...Coup27 - Thursday, August 21, 2014 - link
I am another one who has used countless Logitech products and never had one fail yet.After using G9's and G9X's for more years than I can remember, I have switched over to a G502. I generally like it, but it's proving difficult to really get used to and it become natural.
I am a bit stuck with Logitech whether I like it or not. They seem to be the only one, or one of the only ones who offer left and right button clicks integrated into the scroll wheel. I use these for back/forward in Windows and Chrome and previous sheet / next sheet in AutoCAD and I simply couldn't live without those buttons.