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Razer Unveils Viper Mini Signature Edition Magnesium Alloy Gaming Mouse

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Razer, the leading global lifestyle brand for gamers, today announced the Razer Viper Mini Signature Edition, the epitome of gaming mouse technology. Built as a result of years of meticulous craftsmanship and engineering, the Viper Mini Signature Edition is an ultra-high-end, hyper-lightweight wireless performance gaming mouse that is turbocharged with Razer’s best-in-class technologies.

Engineered for the gamers that dare to want it all, the Viper Mini Signature Edition is the pinnacle of gaming mouse performance. Weighing an astonishing 49 grams, gamers can experience true perfection with a master-grade gaming peripheral packed with our best-in-class technologies, all in one perfect form.

Hyper-Lightweight at just 49 g
“We set out to create the best lightweight performance gaming mouse,” said Barrie Ooi, Head of Razer’s PC Gaming Division. “We went beyond our usual design process to look at material selection and alternate industrial designs to create an ultra-durable magnesium alloy exoskeleton chassis in the fan-favorite Viper Mini shape. As a result, the Viper Mini Signature Edition is just 49 grams light with no compromises, making it our lightest mouse ever.”

The use of magnesium alloy and injection-molding techniques enabled significant weight reduction in the mouse without compromising on durability, while still allowing for a comfortable grip in the popular Viper Mini design. These choices enabled the Viper Mini Signature Edition to remain hyper-lightweight at just 49 grams while still delivering world-class performance.

Magnesium Alloy Exoskeleton
Crafted from high-grade magnesium alloy, the Viper Mini Signature Edition features an exceptional weight-to-strength ratio, owing to a new intricate, ultra-durable design created using an injection molding technique.

“The Viper Mini Signature Edition represents the most ambitious design and engineering project we’ve ever undertaken,” said Charlie Bolton, Head of Industrial Design at Razer. “We wanted to push beyond the traditional honeycomb design and this required a material with an outstanding strength-to-weight ratio. After evaluating plastics, carbon fiber, and even titanium, we ultimately chose magnesium alloy for its exceptional properties.”
Each unit of the Viper Mini Signature Edition is created with an injection-molded exoskeleton that is then CNC machined, and polished. The exoskeleton shell then undergoes passivation to reduce any susceptibility to corrosion, after which it is painted and assembled. At each step, each unit is meticulously inspected to uphold only the highest quality.

Industry-Leading Performance
Armed with the latest innovations, the Viper Mini Signature Edition is a high-end mouse that holds nothing back.
Boasting the Razer Focus Pro 30K Optical Sensor, Razer Optical Mouse Switches Gen-3, and HyperPolling Wireless with true 4000 Hz wireless polling rates, the Viper Mini Signature Edition features the fastest wireless gaming technology from Razer for higher speeds and stable performance. In addition, the Viper Mini Signature Edition can fully charge in under 90 minutes thanks to a 2C charging rate, which is four times the peak charging capacity of most other wireless mice.

The Viper Mini Signature Edition comes with a pre-paired Razer HyperPolling Wireless Dongle, a set of Corning Gorilla Glass 3 Mouse Feet, micro-fiber cleaning cloth, 2 Razer Mouse Grip Tape sets, and 2 alcohol prep pads. As an added benefit, the Viper Mini Signature Edition also includes a 3 year extended warranty.

The Viper Mini Signature Edition is the ultimate choice for gamers who demand a hyper-lightweight high-performance gaming mouse that does not compromise on performance or features, making it Razer’s best gaming mouse ever.

ABOUT THE RAZER VIPER MINI SIGNATURE EDITION

  • Razer HyperSpeed Wireless and Wired modes
  • Razer Focus Pro 30K Optical Sensor
  • Up to 750 inches per second (IPS) / 70 G acceleration
  • 99.8% resolution accuracy
  • Razer Optical Mouse Switches Gen-3 rated for 90M clicks
  • Battery Life: Up to 60 hours with HyperSpeed wireless
  • True wireless 4000 Hz polling rate with Razer HyperPolling Wireless Dongle
  • 1.8 m / 6 ft Speedflex Type C cable for charging and wired use
  • Approximate size: 119 mm / 4.68 in (Length) x 62 mm / 2.44 in (Width) x 39 mm / 1.53 in (Height)
  • Approximate weight: 49g / 1.72oz (Excluding cable)

For more information on the Razer Viper Mini Signature Edition, please visit here.

Press Release: When an article is marked as such, it is posted verbatim from a Manufacturer’s text, and does not reflect the views or opinions of SFF.Network.   
Razer, the leading global lifestyle brand for gamers, today announced the Razer Viper Mini Signature Edition, the epitome of gaming mouse technology. Built as a result of years of meticulous craftsmanship and engineering, the Viper Mini Signature Edition is an ultra-high-end, hyper-lightweight wireless performance gaming mouse that is turbocharged with Razer’s best-in-class technologies.
Engineered for the gamers that dare to want it all, the Viper Mini Signature Edition is the pinnacle of gaming mouse performance. Weighing an astonishing 49 grams, gamers can experience true perfection with a master-grade gaming peripheral packed with our best-in-class technologies, all in one perfect form.
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Skripka

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Less mouse for more $$! XD
Same way with high end dining and women’s fashion.

Although it does have more features that the other notable mouse in the Uber lightweight Uber expensive mouse class, the zaukonig
 

HWI

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My understanding is that the non signature edition will be more in line with the Viper V2 Pro and Deathadder V3 Pro pricing. I would assume that the magnesium alloy body is what drives that price up and the normal edition will have a polymer body, but that's just speculation on my part.
 

Skripka

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My understanding is that the non signature edition will be more in line with the Viper V2 Pro and Deathadder V3 Pro pricing. I would assume that the magnesium alloy body is what drives that price up and the normal edition will have a polymer body, but that's just speculation on my part.

The other notable magnesium body mouse, the FinalMouse series has much more intricate machining and finishing--and is 33% cheaper in the USA.
 
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Damn this thing looks good.

But at $279 I know it's not for me.
 

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If they went with a manufacturing process like thixomolded magnesium, they could conceivably create a cost efficient design that works well with larger volume manufacturing. A nice topologically optimized polymer inner structure to transfer sheer loads between the shell and the base plate would also help minimize mass while maintaining good levels of rigidity and keep the bill of materials low.

The convenience of the Logitech PowerPlay mat, where I don't need to worry about battery life with a wireless mouse (except for the times I use the mouse off of the mouse pad, of course), is also a very nice to have. I would love to see Razer pick the Hyperflux wireless power mouse pad back up to compete.
 

XNine

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Razer be like: $279 PLUS our uber-intrusive, always need to be logged in, horrific drivers and the fact it will completely stop working within 3 months! What a deal!
 
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Skripka

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Razer be like: $279 PLUS our uber-intrusive, always need to be logged in, horrific drivers and the fact it will completely stop working within 3 months! What a deal!
Small kudos where due, at least the mouse comes with optical switches that won’t develop double clicking in short order.
 
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HWI

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The other notable magnesium body mouse, the FinalMouse series has much more intricate machining and finishing--and is 33% cheaper in the USA.
It is true that the Starlight 12 has more intricate machining, and I know this is subjective, but the paint on them just makes them look kind of cheesy. I am not really trying to justify the price of this Signature Edition, was more just tossing out an idea of why maybe Razer thought they could price it that high. I actually am a fan of Razer mice, even have a couple of the more expensive models like the Viper V2 Pro, but the price on this thing is just silly and I would absolutely never consider buying it. I just want a reasonably priced version with a plastic shell.