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• Rated 5 out of 5 stars

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  I have never experienced something so perfect. It’s crazy to seem that drumsticks can change the game. It’s a must have. You don’t have to be a pro to own one.

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  Posted 3 weeks ago by Agic

• Rated 5 out of 5 stars

  The Only Controller Fast Enough to Replace MyMouse

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  PROS: - Incredible 2000 Hz Polling Rate (on PC when plugged in). Soooo responsive. - TMR Thumbsticks are the smoothest I’ve ever used. Ultra accurate. I destroy the competition. - Mouse-click buttons feel instant, like I’m plugged directly into the game. - Physical switches for on-the-fly customization. - Razer Synapse 4 is actually good now. - Razer’s proprietary algorithm for low latency and accuracy. Where they prioritize that above everything else (raw input data vs smoothing). Which does translate in game. - Max 1,000 Hz Polling for wireless (PC). Would have preferred to see 2,000 Hz. But understand controller tech is complex and we have yet to overcome some of those bandwidth limitations. CONS: - PS5 is locked to 250 Hz (Sony's fault, but still hurts). - Lightweight feel might seem "cheap" to some. - No adaptive triggers (Sony’s fault) or rumble (performance focus). - Cost. It is expensive. - Switching out the back paddles requires a screw driver (included) and is not super simple. But doable. - Wish it had more options for thumbsticks. As only comes with two short concave and one short convex and one long concave. - Doesn’t have controls for voice chat/volume if plugging directly into the controller. But does have a 3.5 mm port. THE REVIEW: I grew up playing on console and considered myself an "elite" controller player. Level 50 in Halo multiple times, beat games on the hardest difficulties for decades, was always up there with the try-hard sweaty players. But as I got older, I moved to PC gaming and swapped my controller for a mouse and keyboard. Why? Because a mouse is just faster and more accurate. When I tried to go back to a standard controller, it felt like I was moving through mud. The lag (latency) was physically painful. I felt like I had lost my edge. Then I saw the Razer Raiju V3 Pro and its 2,000 Hz polling rate. I jumped on it immediately. This isn’t a luxury controller that feels nice in your hand. This is an F1 racecar that allows you to squeak out every bit of performance you have. Which may turn a lot of people off. WHY DOES 2,000 HZ MATTER? Mathematically, 250 Hz = 4 milliseconds (ms). 2,000 Hz = 0.5 milliseconds. That’s 3.5 ms faster. In the entire chain of latency. This is a cumulative thing too. That adds up over time. Which is why you can feel the difference. Imagine a teacher looking at a classroom to see if anyone has their hand raised: - Standard Controller (250 Hz): The teacher looks up 250 times a second. Fast, but you might wait a split second for them to notice you. - Raiju V3 Pro (2,000 Hz): The teacher looks up 2,000 times a second. They see your hand the instant it moves. On PC, this algorithm works. My aim felt "sticky" and responsive again. It felt like my elite skills came back instantly. This controller is built like a Formula 1 race car. They took out the air conditioning and the heated seats to make it go faster. No Rumble/Force Feedback. They removed this out to save weight. Lightweight Body. It feels a little "hollow" or cheap in the hand compared to heavy controllers, but it’s designed to be light for comfort. If you want a cozy, immersive ride, this isn't it. If you want to win, this is it. TMR STICKS VS. THE REST: You might have heard of "Hall Effect" sticks (which use magnets so they don't get stick drift). This controller uses something brand new, TMR (Tunnel Magnetoresistance). Big word, simple concept. Think of it like drawing a picture. Other Sticks (Hall Effect): act like a thick marker. They are good, but they can't always draw the tiny details. TMR Sticks: act like a super-sharp pencil. They catch the tiniest movements. Because TMR sensors are more sensitive to magnets, they pick up micro-adjustments in your aim that other controllers miss. These are the smoothest, most accurate sticks I have ever felt. If you’ve got the skill, you’ll absolutely feel the difference. Additionally, this uses the new “gen 2” TMR sticks which are even more responsive than Gen 1. ERGONOMICS & BUTTONS: I have large hands, and this shape is fantastic. The buttons are "clicky" like a computer mouse, which I love. The D-Pad uses micro-switches that make every press feel tactile—perfect if you need to hit complex combos. You get four back buttons and two extra buttons on top (near the triggers). This is huge for me as a PC player who wants more inputs. Be warned: the back buttons are very sensitive. If you "deathgrip" your controller when you panic, you will accidentally press them. THE PS5 PROBLEM: Here is the bad news. If you play on PlayStation 5, Sony locks the controller to 250 Hz. You lose that super-fast speed advantage. Which knocks out the majority of what makes this controller special and worth buying. Yes, you still get the TMR thumbsticks, firmware, and buttons. But most of that is lost due to slow polling rate. For PS5 specifically, I still slightly prefer my Scuf Reflex Pro because if I’m going to have slow latency anyway, I’d rather have the nice force-feedback triggers. But on PC? The Raiju V3 Pro destroys the competition. I reach for it every time. Except maybe a racing game where it isn’t as important and that rumble can help with performance. CONCLUSION: I finally found a controller that feels responsive enough to leave my mouse and keyboard behind when I feel like just kicking back and relaxing. Buy this if: You want top-tier performance, play mostly on PC (or competitive PS5), and want the newest, fastest technology. Skip this if: You want a heavy, premium-feeling controller with rumble and vibration for a cinematic experience.

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  Posted 1 month ago by SirGalahad

• Rated 5 out of 5 stars

  Smooth. Responsive. Next Level

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  Razer Raiju V3 Pro Controller As an avid gamer, I have found that the tools that you have in hand can make a world of difference. In this case, that tool is the controller. Over the years, I have discarded a few near-perfect controllers because they fell victim to the inevitable stick drift. Stick drift is the bane of any gamer. I used to think that I could “push through it” and it wouldn’t affect the way I play. But we all know it eventually does. Then came the Hall Effect controllers that use sensors instead of physical contact when it comes to the sticks. Hall Effect sticks are an improvement, but they come with their maintenance issues. Then came TMR (Tunneling Magnetoresistance) controllers. Everything I read about them sounded perfect because they offer better accuracy. They offer other improved features, but I won’t get into the weeds of all that. You are here wanting to know about the Razer Raiju V3 Controller. Well, my dear gamers, I am thrilled to report that this is not only my favorite controller, but quite possibly my favorite Razer product to date! Out of the Box: Razer packaged a wonderful hardshell carrying case with the Raiju. And deservedly so. This controller deserves the respect of being protected because it will serve you for a very long time. The controller is ready to go right out of the box. You can plug it into your PS5 via the USB cord, or take a couple of moments to set up the wireless dongle and download the Razer app, which allows you to customize your gaming device. And trust me, you’re going to want to customize this controller. You can easily create profiles when exploring the customization. I have profiles for Battlefield 6 where I can drop shot using the lower right back panel. Switching between game profiles is easy and done with the press of the center circle icon and one of the face buttons. There’s no need to plug the controller into a PC and revert any changes. Razer really made this controller accessible. Perhaps you don't want all four back panel buttons accessible; you can easily remove them, as if they were never there. Beyond the Pro Games: Sure, the Raiju is designed with the pro gamer in mind. The controller accommodates your holding style, whether you’re a normie or play claw style. But the Raiju also is made for the everyday gamer who is looking for a RESPONSIVE controller. Whereas other controllers have the soft press when you interact with the face buttons or triggers, the Raiju lets you feel the confirmation of the button presses or the pulling of the triggers with its mechanical clicks. Playing Expedition 33 and you’re trying to dodge or parry? Using the Raiju lets you know that you pressed the input. Now, if you’re looking for the full PS5 DualSense immersion that games like AstroBot or God of War offer using the gyro tech, then you’ll have to stick with your original controller because the Raiju has removed the vibrations and gyro distractions, allowing you to focus on playing and winning. Unlike past Razer controllers I have had, the Raiju doesn’t have an RGB display. Sure, RGB lights make anything look cool, but less is more in the case of the Raiju controller. The battery life on the Raiju seems to last me about 30 hours, give or take, before I need to charge it. The controller is comfortable and doesn’t slip during those long gaming sessions where you tell yourself, ‘Just one more match…’ Pull the Trigger: The Raiju is easily my favorite controller and is definitely the best that Razer has made to date. Battlefield 6, Borderlands 4, Lords of the Fallen, Expedition 33, etc., all benefit from the responsive inputs. If you’re not winning, don’t blame the controller . . . Blame the user.

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  Posted 3 weeks ago by Acadius