Razer Nostromo
Expert Gaming Keypad
Overview
Razer are well known manufacturer of gaming peripherals, Belkin, not really, they're more into routers and such. However, it seems the two firms have now cooperate together to sell a remake and fancier looking version of the original Nostromo N52.
In this edition of Gang Gamer Grean: Razer Review, Thailand, we are going to be reviewing the Razer Nostromo, a gaming keypad, for the people who don't need the rest of the keyboard.
Pros
Razer are well known manufacturer of gaming peripherals, Belkin, not really, they're more into routers and such. However, it seems the two firms have now cooperate together to sell a remake and fancier looking version of the original Nostromo N52.
In this edition of Gang Gamer Grean: Razer Review, Thailand, we are going to be reviewing the Razer Nostromo, a gaming keypad, for the people who don't need the rest of the keyboard.
Pros
- Sleek design
- Quick response
- Handling is comfortable
Cons
- Not ambidextrous
- May take some time getting used to
Nostromo Review
The Razer Nostromo is a gaming keypad, an excellent alternative to the essential keyboard. Commands at your fingertip delivered in a classy 16 keys chassis frame that fits perfectly, fit all too well actually. This is the ultimate tool for experience gamers looking to try something different.
The Nostromo is not designed to completely replace the standard keyboard for regular use, rather to complement it.
Packing a total of 15 keys, a button, a scroll wheel and a thumbstick, all fully programmable, the Nostromo is geared up and gamed on for pretty much everything you can throw at it.
Out of the box, plugging the Nostromo via a USB cable is all it takes to play, this keypad comes auto-configured to imitate the left section of a standard keyboard, particularly useful for first person shooter games. For MMO gamers, spending a few minutes to customize the macros will be rewarding, with up to 9 key-maps for over 20 different game-profiles, the Nostromo will definitely help you slay any dragon, horseback riding and raid into civilians’ houses with ease and comfort. The Nostromo is not designed to completely replace the standard keyboard for regular use, rather to complement it.
Packing a total of 15 keys, a button, a scroll wheel and a thumbstick, all fully programmable, the Nostromo is geared up and gamed on for pretty much everything you can throw at it.
The 8-directional thumbstick is also customizable, whether you need it for movement, switching weapons or placing buildings on, it’s all up to you. The button that is above the thumbstick, by default is used for the key-map switching during gameplay. Users don’t have to worry about manually changing the game profile when they want to play another game, as the .exe file can be added into the game-profiles in the configurator. The Nostromo also have an on-board memory so any games can be played anytime, anywhere, without the hustle of re-configuring again.
The pad and the scroll wheel are black lit with blue LEDs, brightness can be adjusted through the Nostromo’s software.
The Nostromo may not work well with people with large hands, also the bottom row of keys are tough to access, but maybe Razer intend to have that configured for infrequent commands . The scroll wheel is somewhat located in an awkward position.
In summary, the Razer Nostromo is a welcoming addition to anyone’s gaming rig. There is barely, if any room for improvement, but personal issues may arise depending on hand size and gripping style.
First Hour Hand-on Review
14th minute: Grubbing my hand over the left-handed tech piece
21st minute: Playing FPS such as Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare 2, the Nostromo is pretty much useless for FPS
36th minute: Although it is useful for FPS such as Team Fortress 2, the D-pad comes in handy
44th minute: Playing WOW with the Nostromo configured for PVPs and PVEs is a breeze
56th minute: May need sometime getting used to the Nostromo, still executing the wrong spell
Technical Specifications
- Ergonomic form factor and tournament-grade layout
- 16 fully programmable Hyperesponse keys
- Programmable 8-way directional thumb pad and scroll wheel
- Instantaneous switching between 8 key maps
- Unlimited macro lengths
- Stores up to 20 different game profiles
- Adjustable soft-touch wrist pad for exceptional comfort
- Backlit keypad and scroll wheel for total control even in dark conditions
- Enhanced Razer configurator software
- Approximate dimensions in mm: 184(L) x 160(W) x 59(H)
- Approximate weight: 250g
Unboxing Video
Gallery
Ratings (out of 10)
Build Quality - Flawless, just what was expected
10.0
Ease of Use - Since the hands are used to keyboard, wielding one of these futuristic tech piece will definitely take some time to play it right
7.0
Features - Fully customizable keys, and with many profiles and ability to switch key-maps
10.0
Performance - The keys are a bit stiff
9.0
Value - Not too high, not too low, just right
9.5
Overall - Supreme
9.1
