While there certainly is some lag, such a fatalistic view is close-minded. Some gamers intentionally stay away from wireless mice because they have lag time, no matter what manufacturers state or how good the hardware is. The RAT 9’s underbelly has the power switch right by the sensor That is to say if 100 people bought the RAT 9 versus another mouse, more people would be comfortable with the RAT 9. Having options for a mouse is convenient, but also makes the mouse more accessible to more people. Razer, another gaming mouse manufacturer, actually has a list of grip types and which of their mice works best for each. However, it should be noted that I’ve tested tens of mice that are not adjustable or customizable, and many are well shaped and contoured for all hand sizes and certain hand and grip types. The customizable plastic slabs are great and convenient, certainly a benefit for many users. The worst thing is to have your pinkie either clinging to the mouse or dragging off on your mousepad.

Within minutes of use I swapped the default panels for the dimpled palm rest for better grip, and the largest right panel so my pinkie could sit comfortably on the mouse. This selection is great to have, and after using them all, I’m so glad the option is available. Maker Mad Catz includes a tin box with a case of 5 gram weights and two extra palm rests and right wings for the pinkie finger. For only $50 more than the RAT 7, these three inclusions should make the RAT 9 both the most expensive gaming mouse I’ve ever tested, and the most feature-packed and most sensitive too.Ĭustomization options for the RAT 9 include not just adjusting the size, shape and weight of the mouse, but also the actual materials your hand rests on. On top of the already great specs the RAT 7 has (adjustable size, an excellent 5600 Dpi sensor and great build design), the RAT 9 has three major additions: even more customization options, wireless capability, and a brilliant battery design so the mouse never needs to be tethered to your computer to recharge. The RAT 9 is as top-of-the-line and customizable as gaming mice get. But the RAT 7 was so good! What else could be done to make an already excellent gaming mouse even better? The company did so, of course, to make the RAT 9.

It’s a great mouse, but I always knew that Mad Catz was holding back.

When I reviewed the RAT 7, I was impressed.

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