Razer’s gaming mouse lineup just got more interesting with the launch of the Cobra HyperSpeed, a wireless gaming mouse that promises to deliver serious performance without the weight penalty. At just 62 grams, this latest addition to the Cobra family targets gamers who want lightweight precision without sacrificing features.
The Cobra HyperSpeed represents Razer’s approach to balancing performance with practicality. According to Barrie Ooi, Head of Razer’s PC Gaming Division, this mouse embodies their vision of a “feature-packed, lightweight wireless mouse” that combines optical technology throughout its design with customisable RGB lighting for an immersive gaming experience.
Sure, it’s not the most lightweight gaming mouse from Razer (the one I’m still using as my primary mouse is the Razer Viper V3 Pro and it weighs 55 grams). You don’t just want the most lightweight mouse, it’s all about balance – sometimes being too light doesn’t translate a good experience and performance. It’s about preference as well.
The mouse is powered by Focus X 26K Optical Sensor with up to 26,000 DPI and 99.6% tracking accuracy. It’s designed to handle everything from precise headshots to sweeping RTS movements. The sensor technology has proven reliable in previous Razer mice, so seeing it implemented here makes sense for maintaining consistent performance across different gaming scenarios.
The mouse offers nine programmable controls, which should give players plenty of flexibility for creating game-specific macros and shortcuts. With onboard memory supporting up to five profiles, switching between different games and playstyles becomes straightforward without needing to reconfigure settings constantly.
Razer has equipped the Cobra HyperSpeed with their Optical Scroll Wheel, which they claim offers triple the durability of traditional mechanical designs. For gamers who rely heavily on scroll wheel functionality, this could translate to more reliable performance during extended gaming sessions.
The upgraded Optical Mouse Switches Gen-4 deserve mention here as well. Rated for 100 million clicks with what Razer describes as enhanced click feel, these switches should provide consistent response throughout the mouse’s lifespan. Given how crucial reliable clicking is for competitive gaming, this focus on switch durability makes practical sense.
Like any modern wireless gaming mice, the mouse supports Razer HyperSpeed Wireless at 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth, and wired USB Type-C connections. Battery life varies significantly between modes, with up to 110 hours on HyperSpeed wireless and 170 hours on Bluetooth.
For users wanting to enhance their setup further, the mouse is compatible with several Razer charging accessories sold separately. These include the HyperFlux V2 Wireless Charging System for continuous charging, the Mouse Dock Pro for true 8000 Hz polling rate, and the Wireless Charging Puck for standard wireless charging compatibility.
The 4-zone Razer Chroma RGB lighting supports 16.8 million colours and can sync with over 300 games for dynamic lighting effects.
Australia Pricing and Availability
The Razer Cobra HyperSpeed is available now at Razer’s website and selected retailers worldwide, with RRP of A$189.95
