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Cooler Master SGM-4001 Recon Gaming Mouse Ambidextrous

★★★★★3.9 (172 reviews)

Gain an Edge with Precision and ControlThe CM Storm Recon Gaming Mouse is designed for gamers who demand accuracy and versatility. Its ambidextrous design and rubberized coating provide comfortable grip for both left and right-handed users. With a high-precision optical sensor, customizable DPI s...

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Overview

Gain an Edge with Precision and Control

The CM Storm Recon Gaming Mouse is designed for gamers who demand accuracy and versatility. Its ambidextrous design and rubberized coating provide comfortable grip for both left and right-handed users. With a high-precision optical sensor, customizable DPI settings, and programmable buttons, the Recon delivers the performance you need to dominate the competition.

Specifications:

  • Design: Ambidextrous
  • Sensor: 800-4,000 DPI Optical Sensor (Avago 3090)
  • LED Zones: 3 Multicolor LED Zones (Scroll Wheel, DPI Buttons, CM Storm Logo)
  • Programmable Buttons: 9
  • Profiles: 5
  • Macros: 36
  • Coating: Rubberized Body

Key Features

Ambidextrous design, comfortable for both right and left handed users

800-4,000 DPI optical sensor with on-the-fly buttons to quickly cycle through DPI levels

3 multicolor LED zones: scroll wheel, DPI buttons, and CM Storm logo. Brightness and color of each zone can be changed or disabled

9 programmable buttons with support for up to 5 profiles and 36 macros

Rubberized body for improved grip and durability

Adjustable lift-off distance

System Requirements: PC or Mac with USB port. Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP, and Mac OS X (Plug-n-Play Support Only)

Specifications

Model
Cooler Master SGM-4001 Recon Gaming Mouse
Design
Ambidextrous
Sensor Type
Optical
DPI Range
800-4,000 DPI
DPI Adjustment
On-the-fly buttons
LED Zones
3 (scroll wheel, DPI buttons, CM Storm logo)
LED Colors
Multicolor (changeable/disableable)
Programmable Buttons
9
Profiles Support
Up to 5
Macro Support
Up to 36
Body Material
Rubberized
Grip
Improved
Durability
Enhanced
Additional Feature
Adjustable lift-off distance
Connectivity
USB port
OS Compatibility (PC)
Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP
OS Compatibility (Mac)
Mac OS X (Plug-n-Play Support Only)

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Features an ambidextrous design, making it comfortable and suitable for both right and left-handed users.
  • Equipped with an 800-4,000 DPI optical sensor, offering a wide range of sensitivity with on-the-fly adjustment buttons.
  • Boasts 3 multicolor LED zones (scroll wheel, DPI buttons, CM Storm logo), allowing for customizable aesthetics.
  • Includes 9 programmable buttons with support for up to 5 profiles and 36 macros, enhancing user control and efficiency.
  • The rubberized body provides an improved grip and contributes to the mouse's overall durability.

👎 Cons

  • The 4,000 DPI optical sensor, while adequate for many, might be considered a lower maximum sensitivity compared to some newer high-end gaming mice.
  • The 3 multicolor LED zones offer customization but may not be as extensive as RGB lighting systems with more granular control or effects.
  • While 9 programmable buttons are useful, certain highly specialized gaming mice offer an even greater number of buttons for complex game commands.
  • The ambidextrous design, while versatile, might not offer the same level of ergonomic contouring as mice specifically shaped for left or right hands.
  • The system requirements specify Mac OS X with "Plug-n-Play Support Only," which indicates limited or no software customization options for Mac users.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, it features an ambidextrous design, ensuring comfort for both right and left-handed users.
The mouse is equipped with an 800-4,000 DPI optical sensor, with convenient on-the-fly buttons for quick adjustments.
Yes, it has 3 multicolor LED zones on the scroll wheel, DPI buttons, and CM Storm logo, where brightness and color can be changed or disabled.
It features 9 programmable buttons, supporting up to 5 profiles and 36 macros for enhanced control.
The mouse has a rubberized body, which provides an improved grip and contributes to its durability.
Yes, it supports Mac OS X, but with plug-n-play support only, meaning advanced software features might not be available.

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