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Review: EVGA Torq X3L

by Ryan Martin on 18 February 2015, 11:01

Tags: EVGA

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Performance and summary

The ambidextrous design, while fairly unique, leaves me pondering the expression 'jack of all trades, master of none,' since the Torq X3L is specifically tailored for neither left- nor right-handed gamers. With just two programmable buttons on each side of the mouse, only the two thumb-side buttons are convenient to use for left- and right-handed gamers. The other two are awkwardly located and, in practice, rarely get used as doing so requires too much concentration, potentially problematic for fast-paced games where reaction times are critical.

All the buttons, left- and right-click included, require a slightly higher-than-average amount of force to activate and are springy before actuation. By that we mean you can press them down with quite a lot of force without activating the buttons. This makes the mouse feel a little sluggish despite the lightness of the product.

Sensor performance is typical of the Avago 9500 laser; tracking performance is strong and accurate. The experience with the often-discussed laser acceleration parameters will vary depending on a wide variety of factors. These include the game title being played, the surface the mouse is being used on and the DPI level. In practice the acceleration that is user-perceivable is virtually nonexistent from our testing. If you are sensitive to laser acceleration EVGA does offer the optical sensor Torq X3 - a wise move to cater for a larger audience.

At $40 in the US, the EVGA Torq X3 dives into a highly competitive price bracket populated by gaming peripheral veterans like Corsair, Logitech, Mad Catz and Razer. The EVGA Torq X3L doesn't stand out as being either noticeably better, or worse, than the competition. There are specific scenarios where the Torq X3L finds strengths; gamers who prefer a small and lightweight design may be impressed by the quality of the sensor and companion software on offer. Furthermore, the ambidextrous design makes it a competent offering for left-handed gamers who are very often neglected in a market dominated by ergonomically right-handed designs.

The Good
 
The Bad

Ambidextrous form factor
Advanced sensor
LED tweaking options
Well-rounded software package

 
Lacking ergonomic comfort
Button presses need more fluidity



EVGA Torq X3L

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Meh, there are already SO MANY MICE for tiny-handed gamers.
I went with a deathadder, which is a lovely mouse, but like pretty much every bloody mouse out there is still tiny.
No-one makes a mouse that's big enough, or adjustable enough to be comfortable for someone like me with normal sized hands :/ (Or at least, no-one makes a good mouse with a top quality sensor matching that description)

EDIT I should say the old Razer Boomslang back in the day was approaching big enough - had decent width if nothing else.
Roobubba
No-one makes a mouse that's big enough, or adjustable enough to be comfortable for someone like me with normal sized hands :/ (Or at least, no-one makes a good mouse with a top quality sensor matching that description)

I'm a glove size 10 and feel pretty happy with the Logitech G700 (S). I also got on well with the CM Storm Inferno and liked the feel of both the Roccat Kone and the Kova, the latter of which I'm using right now here at work.

I have been considering checking out Roccat's new Tyon - great reviews and often cited as a pretty large mouse.

I guess it depends on whether you palm or claw - I mostly do the latter, but still like to have a long, wide mouse to rest the hand on.