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ATK X1 V2 Extreme: In-depth review of the high-performance gaming mouse
The ATK X1 V2 Extreme is an update to ATK's popular Viper V3 mouse, incorporating a new Nordic 54 MCU, improved switches, and higher quality skates. Despite its high price, it offers superior performance, especially in the Extreme version, although the actual weight does not match the advertised weight. The Ultimate version is considered the best option in terms of value for money.
1. 🖱️ Introduction to the ATK X1 V2: A Viper V3 clone with notable improvements
- ✅ The ATK X1 V2 is the second generation of the mouse similar to ATK's Viper V3.
- ✅ It incorporates a new Nordic 54 MCU and other significant changes.
- ⚠️ The top-of-the-line version is a bit more expensive than desired.
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1. 🖱️ Introduction to the ATK X1 V2: A Viper V3 clone with notable improvements
- ✅ The ATK X1 V2 is the second generation of the mouse similar to ATK's Viper V3.
- ✅ It incorporates a new Nordic 54 MCU and other significant changes.
- ⚠️ The top-of-the-line version is a bit more expensive than desired.
00:36 - 01:25
2. 💰 ATK X1 V2 Variants: Extreme, Ultimate, and Ultramax
- ✅ The analysis focuses on the Extreme Edition, but all three versions are discussed.
- ✅ The main difference is the sensor position and prices.
- ✅ The Extreme Edition has a retail price of $135, the Ultimate $90, and the Ultramax $70.
- ✅ The main difference from the V1 is the new Nordic 54 MCU.
- ✅ There are also different switches available and higher quality skates.
01:26 - 02:20
3. 🤔 Purchase Recommendation: Which version of the ATK X1 V2 to choose?
- ✅ The Ultimate version is recommended for its better value for money.
- ✅ It offers color options and a long-lasting battery (3950 L).
- ✅ Battery life decreases significantly in the Extreme version.
- ✅ The sensor is positioned further back, which can affect the gaming feel.
02:21 - 02:55
4. 🖱️ Click Analysis: Kale Optical Switches and Mechanical Sensations
- ✅ Kale optical switches feel similar to FEs, with a mechanical feel.
- ✅ They are reminiscent of TTC V2 optics, but with a lighter implementation.
- ⚠️ They are not the reviewer's favorite, as they lean too much towards the FEs.
- ✅ The rebound is fast, but not the fastest.
02:56 - 03:21
5. ⚙️ Scroll Wheel and Side Buttons: Design and Functionality
- ✅ The scroll wheel is standard ATK, with knurled rubber and a medium-light click.
- ✅ The side buttons are not coded, with a bit of pre-travel and post-travel.
- ✅ The positioning of the side buttons is further forward on the mouse.
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6. ⛸️ Skates and Sensor: Bottom Design and Positioning
- ✅ The skates are the new ones from ATK, considered good by the reviewer.
- ✅ The sensor is positioned further back, which will be compared to other mice.
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7. 🎨 Coating and Build Quality: Grip and Durability
- ✅ The coating is standard ATK metallic, with a good grip.
- ✅ The build integrity is good, with a slight flex on the side.
04:12 - 04:33
8. 👍 Overall Implementation and Personal Preferences
- ✅ The overall implementation is good, although the side buttons could be larger and more centered.
- ✅ The clicks are solid, but not the reviewer's favorite.
04:34 - 05:21
9. 😡 Complaints about Weight and Battery: Misleading Advertising and Unnecessarily Large Battery
- ⚠️ The actual weight of the mouse (59g) does not match the advertised weight (54g +/- 2g).
- 😡 This bothers the reviewer, as he considers it to be misleading advertising.
- 😡 Nobody needs an 800 mAh battery, as it is too big.
- ✅ A 300-500 mAh battery would be enough to reduce the weight.
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10. 📐 Shape and Sensor Position: Similarities to the Viper V3 and Ergonomic Considerations
- ✅ The shape is similar to the Viper V3.
- ⚠️ The only notable difference is the sensor position.
- ✅ The reviewer can get used to the sensor position, but it can affect the gaming feel.
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11. 🚀 Gaming Performance: Results and Tests with Mouse Tester
- ✅ The gaming performance is good.
- ✅ Tests with Mouse Tester show that the Extreme version performs better than the 54L.
- ✅ It is the best implemented ATK mouse the reviewer has seen.
- ✅ If he were a professional, he would choose the Extreme version.
06:32 - 07:07
12. 💲 Value and Purchase Recommendations: Is the ATK X1 V2 Worth It?
- ❌ He does not consider it a good option for $135.
- ✅ He recommends waiting for a sale or using a discount code.
- ✅ The Ultimate version is the best option in terms of value for money.
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13. ⚙️ Software: Customization and Competitive Firmware
- ✅ The software allows you to change the DPI and XY settings.
- ✅ It is recommended to use the competitive firmware for better performance.
- ❌ The basic mode has terrible performance.
- ✅ It allows you to adjust the sensor debounce and rotation.
07:37 - 08:12
14. 🤔 Final Thoughts: Is it Worth Upgrading from the X1 V1?
- ❌ He does not recommend upgrading directly from a superior version of the X1 V1.
- ✅ If you can sell your current mouse at a good price and buy this one at a good price, it might be worth it.
- ✅ The new MCU offers some improvements.