CM Storm Mizar Review

[section_title title=”Conclusion”]Conclusion

So now it is time for my final thoughts on the CM Storm Mizar but does that mean good things for CM Storms latest release into the already hugely populated gaming mouse market?

Well in terms if performance, the Mizar shapes up pretty well and certainly left a mark on me; I am a huge fan of CM Storm products so it was a pleasure to be able to test the Mizar along with the Alcor.  The levels of DPI and accuracy made for a pleasurable experience and with the added versatility with the software, it would be hard to have any other kind of experience but good.  The Mizar in my opinion is more suited to FPS games but it could obviously be just as useful for MMO/MMORPG/RTS etc.  The reason I say that, not everyone who plays League of Legend uses 10 different buttons and if you are like me, I use a CM Storm Havoc and I don’t have any issues.  Another plus point is the comfort which also makes the performance what it is.  With the added rubber grips to aid in….well grip, I actually prefer the feel of the Mizar as opposed to the Alcor.

The CM Storm Mizar features the Avago 9800 laser which is used in mice such as the Logitech G600, Roccat Kone Pure, SteelSeries Sensei and even the Tt eSPORTS Level 10 mouse which are some of the most popular and highest spec mice currently on the market.  When you take that into consideration, the Mizar offers the performance of mice that are double the price; this is an achievement in itself.

While being comfortable, the thumb buttons in my opinion are is the only real problem I have with the Mizar (I had the same problem with the Alcor).  Maybe I just have an oddly shaped thumb and it is only causing me problems but I can only give it from my perspective and not speak for anyone else.  The buttons themselves do work but when I would go to use them, it would make me drift the mouse to the right; a problem I don’t have with my CM Storm Havoc. In my estimation if CM were to make the thumb buttons a bit less recessed or easier to actuate the mouse would be nearly perfect.

Touching more on the design and the aesthetics of the Mizar, CM Storm have done a great job.  There are plenty of options in terms of LED colour which will appeal to many people and the actual look of the mouse is good; it is very aesthetically pleasing to the eye and doesn’t need bells and whistles to make it stand out.  The Mizar almost reminds me of the Razer Deathadder without the flair.  The all black design looks smashing but a white version to match the limited edition CM Storm Quick-fire mechanical keyboards wouldn’t go a miss!

The surprising thing about the CM Storm Mizar is the price, coming in at an RRP of £39.99, it has features and components of mice in the high £60-70 price range which is simply phenomenal.  It really does represent good value for money and in my opinion; the Mizar is worth every penny and then some.  It isn’t a budget mouse by any stretch of the imagination and aided to glory with the Avago 9800 8200DPI capable laser sensor, CM Storm have a clear and concise winner here!

Overall when you take into consideration the identical shape to the Alcor, both mice are fantastic but the real stand out from the both of them is the Mizar, with its fantastic performance, top quality laser sensor and a comprehensive software package which gives gamers and uses alike the level of customisation they deserve in a gaming mouse.

I would like to thank CM Storm for sending the Mizar in for review and I really look forward to seeing more in the future.