For those of you who love to tinker, Razer's Synapse 3 software suite is on hand to let you tweak to your heart's content. Multiple profiles can be set up, macros loaded, button reassignment is a cinch, and switching between these configurations can be quickly achieved via a discreet and recessed under-side button. Four profiles can be stored, and Razer has gone the extra mile by offering onboard and cloud memory. This essentially means globe-trotting esports folk can plug the unit into a new rig and not have to frig around with downloading software. You can be ready to own in seconds.
Synapse is also the place to set up your own personal handheld disco party, thanks to the included chroma lights that run down the flanks of the Lancehead (and in the mouse wheel well too). If you're a showman you can dazzle your fans and enemies alike with preset effects like “breathing”, “static” or “wave”. OCD types can get right into the nitty-gritty and screw around with the eight-colour gradient, speed, width and direction of their technicolor pulses. Why you'd bother, I couldn't say. But hey, whatever flicks your switch (and clearly the lights are on and burning brightly for the masses).
All told, everything clicks with the Razer Lancehead. While it's not the best gaming mouse I've ever used, it's easily in the top tier in terms of comfort, reliability and delivering results under heavy fire. That said, should you already own a Deathadder Elite or similar unit, the improvements offered here don't really justify the upgrade. However, if you're a generation or so behind in mice, the Lancehead represents a solid leg-up investment, especially if you have to share your gear with a leftoid.
