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In the 90s, when computers were just beginning to gain popularity, a joke appeared about an accountant who looks at an invoice for the purchase of office supplies and exclaims with indignation: “A mouse pad? What is this? They would buy slippers for the cockroach! " Nowadays, the phrase "mouse pad" no longer surprises anyone, but many tend to underestimate the importance of this accessory. And, in general, in vain.

Mouse pads serve several purposes, and perhaps the most important of them is to provide the mouse with a surface that is optimal for its performance. This is especially important for professional gamers and designers who sometimes need pixel-perfect precision. Of course, peripheral manufacturers use various tricks to improve accuracy, but not every mouse has them, and buying a rug can be a more efficient and economical step than finding a new manipulator.

So how do you choose the right mouse pad?

First of all, it is worth considering the main way of using the mouse - games, simple job with documents and on the Internet, office work, etc. Depending on this, the requirements for the rug will be different.

So, specialized gaming products can be made not only of plastic, but, for example, of aluminum or have a coating of special fabric. Specialized materials allow the mouse to glide quickly and easily. We only note that the use of a laser "rodent" on glass is not always possible.

For regular user, which can deal with both documents and relatively uncomplicated games, classic rectangular rugs are best suited. The best option for them is a combination of fabric and rubber backing. Inexpensive plastic products, although inexpensive, do not last long.

But the round rugs with a pillow under the wrist are intended mainly for office use, primarily for working with documents. You can only play solitaire on such a rug - it is inconvenient for dynamic games.

In conclusion, we will touch on some non-standard types of rugs. Firstly, double-sided products with different coating properties on both sides; it can be, for example, gaming models with surfaces for different genres of games. Secondly, unusual materials that give the rug an original look - for example, rich-looking leather or “eco-friendly” cork (the latter, however, is not very practical because of its roughness). Thirdly, the shape and relief of the rugs themselves can be quite non-standard. And the largest items can cover the entire table, turning it into one continuous surface for the mouse.

Tt eSPORTS Draconem RGB gaming mousepad review

It would seem, what else can be implemented in the field of play mouse pads? Besides the fact that the Tt eSPORTS Draconem RGB has a solid surface, it also features customizable RGB lighting! But first things first.

The cost of Tt eSPORTS Draconem RGB in Moscow retail at the time of writing this review is about 2000 rubles.

Draconem RGB comes in a sizeable box with the Tt eSPORTS branded design. Still - the rug cannot be folded / twisted, because its surface is solid and cannot be changed in shape. On the front side, the manufacturer has placed an image of the rug and gaming mouse Tt eSPORTS Level 10 M Advanced and Mentioned key features product - the presence of RGB lighting, a high-quality surface and a special coating on the back side, which completely immobilizes the carpet, regardless of the degree of activity of your hand.

On the back of the box, the manufacturer has placed as much information as possible about the product - its dimensions (355x255 mm), about the surface, the backlight and buttons for its control, the power cable and the back of the carpet.

The package contains two leaflets - warranty information and user manual.

The mat is black, except for a small corporate logo that lights up along with the perimeter. Draconem RGB has a hard surface similar to plastic with a special micro-texture that not only provides the easiest possible movement of your mouse, but also provides improved tracking, which is very much appreciated by professional players.

The carpet has five visualization schemes (static, pulse, jump, spectrum run and wave) and four brightness levels. You can control the backlight with only two physical keys, no software not required.

Although no data is transmitted over the cable, the manufacturer still added ferrite rings and made a gold-plated connector.

Almost the entire back side is covered with a rubber backing.

The backing is made of rubber with a texture, so there will be no slip even on the glass.

If you turn over the rug, you can see the backlight area (the backlight is brighter, the picture was specially taken at a slow shutter speed):

In addition, the corporate logo is highlighted:

In the dark, the work / play area looks like this:

Video:

Conclusion
The Tt eSPORTS Draconem RGB definitely deserves special attention thanks not only to the presence of full and customizable RGB lighting, but also high quality execution - both the working surface and the base. The mouse glides very easily, the cursor is guided as accurately as possible, and the carpet itself does not slip during active actions even on glass.

The appearance of the product is in line with the trend - bright RGB lighting will noticeably distinguish your work or play space from the rest. In a dark room, the rug looks just fine - the user can customize the work of the backlight at his discretion - there are 5 modes available with a full palette of colors.

But back to the main purpose - Draconem RGB is ideal for the most demanding professional gamers who need maximum pointing accuracy, because the result of a gaming session depends on this!

Despite the variety of gaming peripherals, its the lineup constantly updated. Last update assortment of Tt eSPORTS is represented by a gaming mouse Ventus Rwhich takes the budget price segment series of the same name, and a playable plastic carpet Draconem RGB backlit, which is the first representative of such devices under the Tt eSPORTS label.

These two devices will be discussed in this review.

Tt eSPORTS Ventus R Optical Gaming Mouse

The Ventus R is delivered in a black and red cardboard box decorated in the Tt eSPORTS corporate style.

The key features of the manipulator are marked on the front side by the manufacturer:

• RGB backlight,
• Optical sensor with 5000 DPI (PixArt PMW-3310),
• Palm passive ventilation system,
• Symmetrical shape.

The front part of the box is folding, which allows you to estimate the dimensions of the gaming mouse and its appearance.

The manufacturer's actions in reducing the cost of the final cost of the device are already visible when evaluating the configuration. Usually the documentation is packed in a black cardboard envelope, and the package includes a synthetic cover for storing and transporting the manipulator - in this case, there is no cover, and all materials are packed in a plastic bag.

The delivery set consists of:

• Two stickers with the company logo (60 × 60 mm).
• Warranty brochures.
• Instructions for connecting a gaming mouse (with description technical characteristics device).

Specifications

• Number of Keys: 5
• Sensor: optical PixArt PMW-3310
• Sensor resolution: 100 to 5000 DPI (step by step 100 DPI)
• Interface: USB
• USB bus polling rate: 125, 250, 500, 1000 Hz
• Cable: no braid, gold-plated connector, wire length 184 cm
• Dimensions: length 113.5mm, width 60.5mm, height 37.4mm
• Mouse weight without wire: 70 g
• Mouse weight with wire: 100g
• Country of origin: China
• Product Code: MO-VER-WDOOBK-01

Appearance

Ventus R is the youngest representative of the Ventus series, the main feature of which is passive cooling of the player's palm due to perforation on the back of the manipulators.

The body of the device is symmetrical, but a couple of additional buttons are located only on the left side of the device under the thumb of the right hand, for this reason the mouse cannot be called a universal model.

Textured plastic inserts for grip are located across the entire area of \u200b\u200bthe sides, on the right side the textured surface is larger due to the lack of additional buttons.

The main keys have an elongated shape, the scroll wheel is located in the center, also in the center of the manipulator there are two decorative inserts made of glossy plastic.

The back "palm" part of the mouse is shortened and has 24 honeycomb-shaped holes on the back for passive cooling of the player's palm.

There are two large Teflon feet on the front and back of the base, and the sensor is centered on the unit. The sticker shows the current-voltage characteristics (5 V, 100 mA), the product code of the model (MO-VER-WDOOBK-01), the barcode and the country of origin (China).

The ability to adjust the weight of the manipulator is absent - this is the first and so far the only mouse in the Ventus series without the ability to adjust the weight. The mouse is lightweight, its weight is 70 g without a wire, and 100 g with a connection wire.

Buttons and scroll wheel

The main keys are a single design, although they are separate from the back of the mouse. The keys have slightly noticeable indentations for the fingers. Presses are clear, with good tactile feedback, a slight backlash of the left button is noted.

The scroll wheel is 6.5 mm thick; it is worth noting that the entire scroll is framed by a rubber ring, which has holes for light transmission - this is a rather interesting solution, since usually such inserts are made solid and less thick than the wheel itself.

The design of the wheel itself is not the best, the budget affects - there is a backlash, when scrolling in both directions, there is a crunching and slight rattling, turns are quite light with non-rigid, but controlled, positional cutoffs. The scroll button travel is short, but a little blurry - pressing is not enough information.

The side buttons are well sized and located in the right place... The separation between them is palpable, the presses are distinct and a little harder than the main keys.

Connection wire

The length of the wire is 184 cm, which corresponds to the declared parameter (180 cm), its thickness is 3 mm. Unshielded cable with memory effect. The connector is not gilded; the company logo is placed on its base.

At the point of connection with the mouse, the connection cable is reinforced for bending with a rubber insert 7 mm long.

Software

The Tt eSPORTS Command Center software must be downloaded from the manufacturer's website. The program interface is translated into 14 languages, including Russian. The screenshots are shown with the English translation, as it is visually better.

Profiles

In the upper part of the program window, there are five active profiles for customization, the number of which can be reduced to the desired number. Created profiles can be edited, copied, deleted, exported and imported.

If necessary, a profile can be linked to a specific program or game.

Key customization

All five buttons are available for reassigning functions and scrolling in both directions. The following events are available for assignment:

• Default function;
• Macro;
• Single press of a mouse or keyboard key;
• Change in sensitivity (in various ways);
• Launching the program;
• Switching to the next profile;
• Switching to the previous profile;
• Disable key.

Performance Tab

The Performance tab provides the ability to change the number of active sensitivity levels, DPI settings for each level (from 100 to 5000 DPI in 100 DPI increments) with the ability to assign values \u200b\u200bseparately for the X and Y axes.Four parameters of the USB bus polling rate are also available (from 125 to 1000 Hz), it is possible to set the response time of the buttons and disable the mouse sensor.

Macros

The Macro Editor allows you to create, copy, delete, export and import macros. Both keyboard keystrokes and gaming mouse button presses are recorded.

The delays can be set manually or you can fix those that are obtained when entering combinations.

Backlight

The mouse has two lighting zones - a scroll wheel and a dragon logo on the back of the manipulator (under the perforation).

RGB backlighting, zones can be adjusted independently of each other.

There are three effects to choose from:

• Static color;
• Pulsation (breathing), with the possibility of adding additional colors to the cycle;
• Spectrum - smooth color change without fading.

These settings are made for the normal operation of the mouse (Normal). In Battle mode, the backlight changes from cool to warm colors based on the frequency of keystrokes. The backlight settings made earlier have no effect on this mode (including turning off the illumination).

Tt eSPORTS Draconem RGB Gaming Carpet

The Draconem RGB gaming surface box is designed in the Tt eSPORTS corporate style.

Since the gaming carpet under consideration is a technological device, taking into account its relatively overall dimensions with a small thickness, it is quite appropriate to consider the reliability of the packaging.

The box is made of thick cardboard 2 mm thick, inside which the playing surface is placed in an opaque black blister and covered with a polyethylene foam seal.

The gaming carpet is additionally wrapped in a bag; for documentation and connection wires, special compartments are provided in the blister, the bottom of which is completely covered with stiffening ribs.

In general, there are no questions about the reliability and performance of the packaging.

The package contains the Draconem RGB gaming mat, a quick start guide and a warranty brochure.

Specifications

• Work surface: plastic
• Base: textured rubber
• Interface: USB
• Cable: no braid, gold-plated connector, wire length 176 cm
• Backlight: RGB (16.8M colors)
• Playing mat dimensions: length 354 mm, width 254 mm, height 4.3 mm (declared 4 mm)
• Working surface dimensions: length 347 mm, width 247 mm
• Country of origin: China
• Product Code: MP-DCM-RGBHMS-01

Appearance and design

Draconem RGB is an RGB backlit plastic gaming mat. In the upper part in the center there is a two-button control unit, to which the connection wire is connected. In the lower left corner there is an illuminated manufacturer's logo.

The dimensions of the gaming carpet are 354 x 254 mm, if the control unit is taken into account in the calculations, then 13 mm (367 mm) will need to be added to the width, and taking into account the hard rubber insert at the base of the wire, the figure will increase by another 14 mm (381 mm).

The working area is slightly smaller than the above dimensions due to the 3.5 mm wide beveled plastic frame around the perimeter. Thus, the space for the mouse movement corresponds to 347 x 247 mm.

The edging is made flush with the manipulator movement surface, but the connection of the two parts is made with a slightly noticeable shallow gap, which, most likely, will clog with fine dust over time.

An information sticker is placed in the center of the lower part of the back side, which indicates: manufacturer (Tt eSPORTS), device name (Draconem RGB), model code (MP-DCM-RGBHMS-01), current-voltage characteristics (5 V, 150 mA) ...

The base is completely covered with a rubber anti-slip layer with a texture in the form of circles with a diameter of 2 mm. A half-centimeter light-conducting plastic strip is located along the perimeter.

The thickness of the playing mat, according to the manufacturer, is 4 mm. The measurements carried out did not confirm this value. The result is 4.5 mm: the top plastic layer is 2.5 mm, the light-conducting layer is 1 mm, and the rubber base is 1 mm.

Since the rubber base is not rigid, additional measurements were taken when placing the carpet on the surface. The result (taking into account the pressure of the carpet mass on the rubber layer) was 4.3 mm, which is 0.2 mm less than the initial measurement.

In both cases, the parameter declared by the manufacturer could not be obtained.

Control block

The control unit protrudes 9.3 mm above the working surface of the carpet, and given the fact that it is located in the central part and does not have sloping sides, in certain situations it will interfere with the gaming mouse connection wire.

In terms of looks, the control box definitely lacks grace and sleek shape. For button functions, see the section on backlighting below.

Connection wire

The design of the connection cable is completely analogous to the wire of the Ventus R manipulator discussed above - without braid, with a memory effect, diameter 3 mm.

At the base of the playing mat, the wire is reinforced with a 14 mm rubber insert. The cable is 176 cm long, the connector is gold-plated, and a ferrite cylindrical filter is located 7.5 cm from its base.

Backlight

The backlight is controlled by two buttons on the control unit without the need to install any software.

On / Off - Brightness buttonis responsible for turning on (off) the backlight and adjusting the brightness level. The backlight is turned on by simply pressing a button; to turn it off, you need to hold down the button for 5 seconds. Changing the brightness, just like turning it on, is carried out with single clicks. The user has five brightness levels - 60, 70, 80, 90 and 100%.

RGB mode buttonswitches backlight modes. To switch the main modes, you need to hold down the button for 3 seconds, additional ones are activated by single presses.

Backlight modes:

• "Wave" is a rainbow wave around the perimeter of the playing surface. Pressing the button changes the direction of the wave (clockwise or counterclockwise).
• “Spectrum” - the illumination smoothly changes from one color to another. A single press of the button activates (deactivates) the static backlight (the current color is fixed).
• "Ripple with color change" - with each fading, the backlight color changes, pressing the button activates the ripple mode in one selected color.

As noted above, no software is provided to control the backlight. This approach has both advantages and disadvantages.

On the positive side, the backlight is activated on any configuration without the need to download and install software. Simple, convenient.

The disadvantages are that it takes time to change the desired effect or color.

First, it is necessary to remember the purpose of the keys - despite the fact that there are only two of them, you cannot quickly find your way, since you cannot remember their functions.

Secondly, hold down the button for three seconds, wait for the desired color and fix it - it takes time, if you missed the desired color, then you "catch" it on the next cycle.

Thirdly, it is impossible to accurately set the desired color, for example, through hex code in #RRGGBB format, and somehow synchronize the highlighting with other peripherals Tt eSPORTS.

Impressions from work

Ventus R Gaming Mousehas a shortened back, so a palmar grip is possible with a small palm, if its size is medium or large, then most likely it will turn out to be palmar-claw.

It is convenient to hold the mouse with a claw grip, we definitely worked on this, the only remark in this case is the location of the little finger. It was not possible to comfortably place it on the mouse body the first time; the task of an additional fulcrum for better positioning was not fulfilled. When you try to press the body against your palm with your little finger, the finger slides off at a certain moment.

With the finger grip, everything is much more familiar, the positioning is positively affected by the small weight of the manipulator (70 g without a wire).

The PMW3310 sensor is one of the best optical sensors at the moment, which is free from almost all ailments. Variable Frem rate allows you to work accurately with both slow and fast movements. The only drawback can be considered the presence of anti-aliasing, which is used to neutralize cursor twitching (jitter) at high DPI. How objectively this parameter is critical is definitely difficult to say.

As for the lift-off height (LOD), its regulation is not provided, the lack of this possibility is quite predictable for budget option... Measurement of the sensor tear-off height was 1.3 mm, which is a comfortable indicator.

Draconem RGB gaming carpetadheres perfectly to the placement surface and, moreover, masks any minor irregularities. Medium-grade working area - fingerprints remain.

The surface was tested with manipulators with both a laser sensor and an optical one. No nuances or problems in their work were noted, but, according to general recommendations, plastic carpets are more suitable for laser sensors.

The surface of the playing carpet is flat throughout the entire area, how comfortable it is to work depends largely on the user's personal preferences. Sliding on a plastic carpet is easier in comparison with fabric mats, with fast movements on heavy mice, inertia will be observed, the use of light manipulators will be the most universal, but much depends on the player's play style and his preferred game genres.

No discomfort associated with the height of the surface was noted, to a greater extent, the main issues are related to the control unit, which protrudes noticeably above the working area and has an angular shape, which is why in some cases the mouse wire clings to it. If the block were at the edge of the playing mat, there would be fewer such cases. Possible solution is to use a special holder for the mouse cable.

Conclusion

Ventus R Gaming Mouseis a vivid example of correctly set priorities while reducing the cost of products. The manufacturer has largely simplified the design and capabilities of the manipulator in order to reduce its final cost, but at the same time installed a good optical sensor, which is practically devoid of the main problems of gaming "lenses" - as a result, a competitive product that occupies the budget segment in the Ventus gaming mouse series is obtained.

Play carpetDraconemRGB has a number of ergonomic features, which in some cases may affect the ease of use - these nuances include the thickness of the surface itself, the height of the control unit and its location. This accessory will be interesting, first of all, as a harmonious addition to the well-thought-out exterior of the gamer's workplace.

Ventus R Gaming Mouse

Advantages

• Good optical sensor PMW3310 with 5000 DPI.
• Informative clicks of the main and side keys.
• Non-marking matte case.
• Passive cooling of the player's palm.
• Dual-zone RGB lighting.
• Reassignment of buttons and scroll wheel.
• Ability to create macros.
• Up to five active game profiles.
• Built-in memory that allows you to store settings in the device itself.

disadvantages

• The inability to adjust the lift-off height.
• The symmetrical shape is not suitable for left-handed use due to the lack of side keys on the right side.
• Left key backlash and scroll wheel rattling.
• The scroll button lacks the information content of pressing.
• Access to the perforated base of the unit is difficult, which will cause dust to accumulate there.

Features:

• Lightweight (70g without cord).
• The inability to adjust the weight of the manipulator.

Draconem RGB gaming carpet

Advantages

• Medium-sized, even playing surface.
• The rubberized base holds the carpet well.
• The carpet masks irregularities and defects in the surface on which it is placed.
• Five modes of illumination (three main and two additional).
• Five levels of illumination brightness.
• Hardware support, no software installation required for control.
• Affordable price in comparison with similar solutions from other manufacturers.

disadvantages

• The thickness of the carpet is higher than the declared parameter (4.3 mm instead of 4 mm).
• Lack of software. There is no way to quickly switch to the mode of interest and precisely specify the desired color.
• Lack of backlight synchronization with other Tt eSPORTS peripherals.
• The control unit is not streamlined and protrudes noticeably above the working area, which can interfere with the mouse connection wire.
• The work surface collects fingerprints.

For those who responsibly and scrupulously approach the choice of a mouse, especially if a manipulator is chosen for network games, MOBAs and shooters, it is no secret that you can unleash its full potential only when paired with a high-quality rug that provides controlled sliding and the absence of possible interference with the sensor. And it's trite, the presence of a rug allows you to increase the resource of the sliding legs. With the craze for RGB lighting, rugs with the same multi-color lighting have become relevant. The Tt eSports Draconem RGB being tested today is designed, in addition to solving its main function, to decorate the desktop of the player and the enthusiast.

Tt eSports Draconem RGB review

Equipment

The mat is supplied on a rigid backing for transport, hidden inside the box in the Tt eSports brand colors. The main features and detailed characteristics are given.

The kit includes a set of documentation and a warranty card.

Appearance

Tt eSports Draconem RGB is a plastic coated mat. The rigidity of the case is average, there is a maneuver for deformation with a margin of safety against fracture.

The width and height of the rug are 355 x 255 mm. Thickness 4mm. Weight with connection cable 420 grams.

Tt eSports Draconem RGB appearance

It consists of three layers. Rubber base, clear backing and plastic top. The layers are tightly connected to each other without gaps.

In the corner is the familiar dragon logo. Protruding piping along the perimeter.

In the center there is a control unit with a pair of mechanical buttons, from which the connection cable goes. Management is as simple and intuitive as possible.

The left button turns off the backlight, the right button changes its operating modes. The block itself protrudes slightly above the main work plane.

The upper surface of the Tt eSports Draconem RGB is firm, sliding with minimal resistance. Such a coating is suitable for different types sensors.

The lighting wraps around the perimeter of the mat. The effect of a fill light, its brightness is enough to illuminate a small area around.

There are four different glow effects in the settings: spectrum, pulsating, wave and static color. The brightness is also adjustable.

The bottom surface is rubberized, the coating is tenacious, the mat on a flat surface lies like a glove, does not move.

The cable is long enough to connect the Tt eSports Draconem RGB to the back of the case. At the end there is a curly gold-plated connector.

Tests

No software installation is required for Tt eSports Draconem RGB to operate, and it is also controlled independently from the computer using built-in buttons. The configuration scenarios are described in detail in the complete instructions.

Tt eSports Draconem RGB Tests

The presence of backlighting on the mat really allows you to dilute the appearance of the workplace, it comes in handy here. Here, let's not forget about a large number of effects and colors, during operation it will be possible to switch between them when the current one is boring. Looks especially good when paired with an RGB mouse.

It took about 4-5 weeks from the start of the study of the rug until the publication of the review. During this time, we were able to test several different manipulators on it, including wired and wireless models. Gliding with everyone was easy and controlled. There were no problems with the sensor.

The dimensions of the mat are optimal for free hand movements. During active battles and sharp moments in games, the rug does not move, keeping the selected position. Ideally, a mouse cable holder will be a good addition to this mat.

Results for Tt eSports Draconem RGB

Taking into account the cost of similar solutions from competitors, Tt eSports Draconem RGB will be successful and the right choice when looking for a backlit rug. The correct working surface, the ability to customize the backlight without software, rubberized bottom cover, nice and neat design, optimal dimensions. You may not be satisfied with the absence of a clip for the mouse cable on the control unit and resetting the backlight settings when reconnecting.
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